Even the most “ponytailed and lip gloss” girl can’t help but want to get a little glam for the holidays – something about the twinkly lights and sugar rush just does that to a person. Here at PEOPLE StyleWatch we’re dedicated to providing the perfect celebrity inspiration and top tips from the pros for trying it out at home. Whether you’re ready to do it the Sheryl Lee Ralph way, or just want to bring back the most basic shine like Tessa Thompson did, we’ve got an option for you.
Accessorize your hair like… Sheryl Lee Ralph!
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Ralph admitted to PEOPLE that this jeweled updo pushed her “out of [her] comfort zone,” but it also garnered tons of praise (before it won an Emmy later that night!). Hairstylist Moira “Fingaz” Frazier says all this look requires is a little patience and creativity.
“Put your hair into the ponytail you want using my Lace Lock Melting Spray and a rat tail comb for a smooth, shiny finish,” advises Frazier. “Then add hair extensions for length and volume. Create a braid and secure the end with an elastic the same color as your hair.” Then comes the fun part. Frazier created self-adhesive rhinestones (which will be available in time for the holidays) that he can easily place wherever he wants. Apply a few, or many, to personalize your look. To remove, simply spray hair with a little water.
buy it! Ariom Collection Lace Lock Melting Spray, $30
Create voluminous waves like… Mariska Hargitay!
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For stylist Sami Knight, this festive season is all about “choosing a look that can easily take you from the office…to the office party.” )
These effortless waves the pro created for Mariska Hargitay “are a perfect nod to glamor and glitz, but with a laid-back feel that won’t seem like you’re trying too hard. ”
To get this luxurious blowout, Knight says, “apply Hours Full Time Plumping Mousse to damp hair, making sure the ends are smooth, then blow-dry hair with a large round brush. Once dry, wrap 2-inch sections of hair (away from face) around a 1.5-inch curling iron. (Pro tip: Before applying heat, protect each section with Hour Mostly Modest Hairspray, which contains vitamin E and antioxidants to keep hair healthy.) Once cool, use a paddle brush to lightly comb through the hair at the crown of the head, then brush it out. Apply a generous amount of Hours A Little Controlling Hairspray to set the style.”
buy it! Hours Mostly Modest Flexible Hairspray, $30, and Hours Full Time Plumping Mousse, $27
Add a gorgeous chignon like… Julianne Moore!
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When it comes to holiday hair, there’s one equation that never fails, says hairstylist Halley Brisker: “Ultimate shine + a winter accessory!”
A surefire addition: a “classic velvet bow” like the one Brisker chose to adorn Moore’s low ponytail. “It’s a great addition to any high or mid-high hairstyle, and Jennifer Behr is a prime example.”
The barrette, which comes in four colors, can be placed just above the elastic to hide it. If you’re also looking for zhuzh at the front of your style, simply skip a few face-framing pieces before securing your ponytail.
buy it! Jennifer Behr Velvet Bow Barrette, $128
Wear a chic lip color like… Amal Clooney!
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Beauty guru Charlotte Tilbury, who did Clooney’s makeup, calls this timeless matte red from her namesake label “the perfect kiss-proof shade for the holidays.”
For a flawless look, Tilbury recommends always wearing a lip liner: “Glide just outside your natural lip line to reshape and resize, creating the illusion of fuller, wider lips!”
Then, apply your lipstick straight from the tube for long-lasting color. “The angled tip of this long-wear lipstick mimics a lip brush for a precise application every time,” she says. And voila: instant glamour.
buy it! Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in Red Carpet Red, $34
Opt for a soft cat eye like… Camila Mendes!
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If you want a touch of drama, winged liner is the way to go, says makeup artist Carolina González. To create Camila’s subtle version, try this: “First, prep your eye area with concealer. Next, she smudges a creamy brown eyeshadow onto her lids with her finger. Next, apply a black pencil eyeliner along the base of the lids, then draw it out to the desired cat-eye length. (Pro tip: Gonzalez then used Q-tips and the Armani beauty Blending Eye Brush slightly smudged the line.)
Finally, she says, “Use the same liner to lightly define your upper and lower waterlines. To add luminosity and dimension to the liner, blend a shimmery liquid brown shadow on top.” A few coats of mascara complete the revealing look.
buy it! Armani beauty Eye Tint at 39, $30, Armani beauty Smooth Silk Eye Pencil at 4, $30, and Armani beauty Eyes to Kill Classico Mascara, $29
Give yourself a bronze French manicure like… Tessa Thompson!
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Manicurist Sabrina Gayle says this simple yet striking metallic design “compliments all your holiday ensembles” thanks to its subtle “glare.”
Preparation is key to longevity. Invest in top-notch tools for immaculate cuticles. Then focus on the shape, creating a soft 70s oval nail.
Opt for a natural base color that mimics the nail bed. (If you want to brighten the base of your nails, there are a variety of base coats on the market that will help, like Nails.Inc Back to Life.)
Select a warm metallic bronze as the French tip (Thompson wears Chanel Le Vernis in Opulence, a limited-edition shade) and pick up a Fulinjoy Fine Line Nail Brush to perfect it. Finish your manicure with a glossy top coat and remember to seal the edge of each nail tip for a longer lasting manicure.
buy it! Chanel Le Vernis in Clair de Lune, $30, and Nails.Inc Back to Life, $15
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