Homecoming Prep: 11 Styles For The Ultimate Homecoming Queens

Have the hottest hairstyles for homecoming with these cute looks.

Another year, another homecoming season approaching! Homecoming is one of the best times of the year for both students and alumni alike to get together and bond over school pride. And who could forget about homecoming dance, a.k.a. the only dance every grade can enjoy (lucky seniors get prom too!). It’s the one time in the school year where everyone gets to dress their best and rock the hottest outfits and styles. And, of course, one of the most important things every girl thinks about for homecoming season is their hair. Having one of the coolest homecoming hairstyles will make you a legend at school, so make sure you try out one of our favorite looks!

11 Homecoming Hairstyles To Try Out

homecoming hairstyles sideswept updo
A sleek and fabulous sideswept updo is always a great hairstyle for homecoming.

1. Side Swept Updo

Create an elegant and sophisticated side swept updo for your homecoming hair styles. Make sure you tame frizz while keeping your style locked in place by using Dove Style+Care Flexible Hold Hairspray.

homecoming hairstyles afro
Your cute afro will be the star of the night!

2. Afro

Don’t hide your natural curls, play them up instead! This cute afro style is perfect for a fun and flirty homecoming dance style.

homecoming hairstyles straight
Sleek and straight is always the way to go with your homecoming hairstyles.

3. Straight

Straightened locks always give a sultry look to your hair, so grab your straightener and make your locks straighter than a pin. Don’t forget to protect your strands from any heat damage by using Nexxus Promend Heat Protecting Mist before styling.

homecoming hairstyles glamorous curls
Give your homecoming hair some volume with these curls.

4. Curls

Get a voluminous, playful look with these fun and flirty curls. Add some vibrant highlights like the style above to create the chicest style on the dance floor.

homecoming hairstyles loose waves
Keepin’ it wavy in this simple yet elegant style.

5. Loose Waves

Some loose waves gives your hair extra body and fullness. Create a textured wave appearance by using the Bed Head by TIGI Stick when styling.

homecoming hairstyles side part
Get a sultry and sexy look with this side part.

6. Side Part

A side part adds extra volume and body to your hair, while giving off a groomed and styled look. Pair it with some curls to play with your hair’s fullness, or straighten your strands for a polished and shiny style.

homecoming hairstyles sleek ponytail
Create a sleek ponytail for the ultimate homecoming hairstyles.

7. Sleek Ponytail

The sleeker, the better with this glossy ponytail! Give your homecoming hairstyles extra sheen by using a but of Nexxus Humectress Encapsulate Serum after styling your hair.

homecoming hairstyles teased updo
Tease your updo for a fabulously volumized look.

8. Teased Updo

Want homecoming hairstyles that are edgy and fun? Then try teasing your updos for an effortlessly cool look.

homecoming hairstyles medium length
Be bold and chop your locks to a medium length!

9. Medium Length

Make a statement this homecoming dance and chop your locks to a medium cut. This versatile cut is short enough to look bold and brave, yet can still be styled into perfect ponytails, braids and updos.

homecoming hairstyles retro updo
Get the ultimate hairstyles for homecoming by creating retro updos with modern twists.

10. Retro Updo

These timeless looks will never grow old! Just give them a bit of your own modern upgrades, and you have the perfect look for your homecoming night.

homecoming hairstyles middle part
Go for a simpler style by creating a middle part.

11. Middle Part

Into the simple things in life? Then this middle part is the perfect switch up to your average style. It’s a subtle change that helps make a major impact on your locks.

If you’re in need of some prom hairstyles, then you’ve come to the right place. Check out some of our favorite looks for prom season!

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