10 New Year's Eve Hairstyles to Wear While Ringing in 2021

New year, new you... right?! As we all know, a new year marks the season of change, self-reinvention and new beginnings. And like most of us who has grown tired of 2020 (a tough and difficult year), you're probably looking forward to the first day of 2021 more than ever before. You might also want to low-key celebrate with a NYE hairstyle, glam and a sparkling outfit. After all, getting ready is always the best part of the night, anyway. Need some NYE hair inspo? Keep scrolling for 10 gorgeous hairstyles to get you inspired for the most glamorous and fun night of the year.

1. Sparkly Strand

For NYE you must pull out all the stops and all things sparkly. Use a rhinestone barrette, or pin a studded choker necklace to your hair to create your own custom hairpiece. One better... if wearing a low ponytail hairstyle, take a strand of rhinestones and use it to highlight your hair part. Tip: Use a thin line of hair glue to make it stay in place and ultimately stick. 

2. 90s Bun With Face-Framing Hair Pieces

Year 2020 was nothing without face-framing hair pieces, so what better way to ring in the new year than with one of the hottest hair trends of 2020. 

3. 70's Waves 

If New Year's Eve makes you feel nostalgic about the past, throw it all the way back and choose a vintage-inspired hairstyle like this soft, brushed-out-curls 70's glam look with matching barrettes/hair clips.

4. Bantu Knots

Bantu knots hairstyle is also another statement-making 2020 hair trend you can rock to any party. More importantly, it's a great protective hairstyle.

5. Slicked and Pinned Back

Create a vibe by slicking your hair back and tucking hair clips behind your ears for a modern take.

6. Wet Look

A slicked back wet hairstyle is another option for those who want to skip out hair accessories but still stand out.

7. Braided Ponytail

Looking for an easy hairstyle you could pull off yourself but still look like you paid someone to do it? Try this braided ponytail hairstyle. It checks all the boxes. All you need is a moisturizing cream for that sleek, shiny, professional finish. 

8. Braided Braids 

If you're already wearing long braids and want to style them for a special occasion like NYE, gather all of the smaller braids into one larger one. Who knew a simple three-strand jumbo braid could be a show stopper!

9. Long Braids

Braided hairstyles are always a good idea. These knotless box braids go perfectly with a bright red or nude glossy lip.

10. Braided Low Ponytail

A regular ponytail is great, sure, but if you've got the length for it, try this long hairstyle that features a cool knotted braid wrapped around the base.