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26 Valentine's Day Hairstyles to Wear from Desk to Date Night

Get your hair ready in less time than it takes to say, "Valentine's Day is just an excuse to buy candy."

Headshot of Harper's Bazaar StaffBy Harper's Bazaar Staff

Valentine's Day may look a little different this year, but that doesn't mean your commitment to a sultry beauty look should change. Make a night out of it, whether you're staying at home or going for a socially-distanced dinner. For a hairstyle that is easy to do at home, check out these 26 celeb-inspired hairstyles that you can wear from Zoom meeting to Zoom meeting, date night, and beyond.

1

Knotted Top Knot

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JEAN-BAPTISTE LACROIX

For a more intricate topknot, loop hair in and out of each other before securing it at the crown of your head.

Try: Pattern Jojoba Oil Hair Serum, $25, ulta.com. SHOP

2

California Dreamin

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Beachy waves hit that sweet spot between effortless and glam.

Try: L'Oréal Paris Elnett Satin Strong Hold Hairspray, $15, lorealparisusa.com. SHOP

3

Cornrows & Styled Edges

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ABC

Rock this protective style like Ciara and curl those baby hairs along the hairline for some added flair.

Try: Mielle Honey & Ginger Edge Gel, $13, mielleorganics.com. SHOP

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4

Top Knotch

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A top knot works for every occasion and is the perfect style to go from the boardroom to a fancy soirée.

Try: Redken Quick Dry 18 Instant Finishing Hairspray, $20, ulta.com. SHOP

5

Slick S-Waves

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Michael Kovac

If you're looking for some retro inspo, try an S-wave curl. Style it like Jodie Turner-Smith and use gel for something sleek and slicked-back.

Try: TPH by TARAJI Tough Cookie Style Defining Gel, $13, target.com. SHOP

6

Old Hollywood Glam

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Barcroft Media

We're loving Megan Thee Stallion's Old Hollywood glam vibes. Wear your hair in long luscious curls with a side part for a romantic Valentine's Day look.

Try: Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Moisture and Shine Hair Sheen, $12, target.com. SHOP

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7

Low Pony Pigtails

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Stephane Cardinale - Corbis

Super easy to style and still very chic, go for low pigtails. Yara Shahidi wears hers with her natural curls and with styled baby hairs. It's the perfect look for whatever V-day activity you have planned.

Try: Cantu Extra Hold Edge Stay Gel, $4, amazon.com. SHOP

8

'90s Baby

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Wear a high an sleek ponytail to the office, then pop on a scrunchie to make the look a little less serious after-hours.

Try: Slip Large Slipsilk Scrunchies, $39, sephora.com. SHOP

9

Braided High Pony

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Andrew Toth

Gather braids into a high ponytail like Gabrielle Union. Wrap them at the crown and have them cascade down for a really regal hair look.

Try: Flawless Curls by Gabrielle Union Flawless Restoring Exotic Oil Treatment, $10, flawlesscurls.com. SHOP

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10

Romantic Braid

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Boost volume by working in dry shampoo throughout the hair. Loosely braid, leaving out several long pieces to frame your face.

Try: Batiste Volumizing Dry Shampoo, $7, target.com SHOP

11

Pick A Side

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Sweep and part hair on your good side, securing with bobby pins. Add some flat iron waves to give it an edgy, rocker vibe.

Try: Kristin Ess Ultra Fine Workable Hairspray, $14, target.com. SHOP

12

Braided Top Bun

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Twist braids into a high top bun at the crown of your head—then add a pair of statement earrings.

Try: The Mane Choice Laid Back Effortlessly Growth Stimulating Edge Control, $10, themanechoice.com. SHOP

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13

High Pony

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If you have long, lush hair, a high pony is the perfect style to frame your face while also showing off your killer hair.

Try: Bread Beauty Supply Hair Wash Gentle Milky Hair Cleanser, $20, sephora.com. SHOP

14

Wispy Pixie

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Style your pixie with a some bends and texture spray for a rumpled (but still polished!) look.

Try: Bumble & Bumble Semisumo, $29, sephora.com. SHOP

15

Modern Rapunzel

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Gemma Chan looks like a fairytale princess with this long and low braid. Finish the look with a silk bow to for extra romance.

Try: Philip Kingsley Preen Cream, $34, philipkingsley.com. SHOP

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16

Half and Half

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A half updo is universally flattering, no matter the length. We like it with soft, face-framing waves.

Try: Oribe Priming Lotion Leave-in Conditioner, $38, nordstrom.com. SHOP

17

Long and Layered

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Speaking of universally flattering, you can't go wrong with layers. Add some loose waves for definition and volume.

Try: Ouai Memory Mist, $28, sephora.com. SHOP

18

Cascading Braids

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Wear braids like Kerry Washington and leave them down, center-parted, and long enough to touch your ribcage.

Try: Oyin Handmade The Sugar Pomades, $14, oyinhandmade.com. SHOP

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19

Braid Remix

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This intricate mix of box braids and cornrows is just stunning. If you really want to kill it with your natural hair, this is for you.

Try: Vernon Francois Scalp Nourish~ment Braids and Locs Spray, $24, vernonfrancois.com. SHOP

20

Pump Up The Volume

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Loose, big curls are easy to maintain all day well into your Valentine's Day plans if you prep with the right mousse.

Try: Tresemmé Thermal Creations Volumising Mousse, $8, amazon.com. SHOP

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