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Homecoming is a special event. The excitement to meet your colleagues and ex-students brings about nostalgic
days of induction, academics, sports and the prom dance. A student's life is also about looking and feeling good.
In order to respect the occasion and partaking in the many events one needs to also sport the best hairstyle.
A slight makeover is also suggested by using a different style of eye make up or a different color of eye shadow.
Subtle hints are more than sufficient as the glow should be natural.
Homecoming is also about a dance and games. One should be comfortable in the pin up or updo hairstyles.
Elaborate ones require practice so that one does not feel awkward while tilting the head or doing the dance. If you
had long hair last year, get into the wavy hairstyle with a medium hair cut. Bobs are classy and much can be done
with stick-ons and little wisps that frame your face.
Most importantly hairstyles for homecoming should have a certain charm and an impish feeling. The best virtue is
that of youth and hence being yourself is important. There are several haircuts with zigzag hair partings that can
be left loose or again done in an updo pattern. Go for sprinkles in your hair of fluorescent hues that match with
your dress. Use scrunching gels for the natural look. Use bobby pins on a loose bun for natural wavy hair.
Glossies also have step-by-step instructions on certain hairstyles if you do not have the time or inclination to go to
hairdresser. Bangs are great and there are many styles in bangs that remind you of the earlier era. Out turns are
classy, though it is better to minimalise the coloring of hair for homecoming events. Look great in a high pony tail
that is highlighted with a bright scrunchie. Back comb hair for volume, leave it blonde or gently streak the hair color
as per your skin tone.
Texturizing spray, blow dry effect and also serums do much to turn a flat dull hair type into a bouncy image. Learn
the right way to blow dry. Conditioners are to be religiously done to tackle hair damage. Leave-in conditioner is the
best for the hair that is thin and blow dry your hair at the roots. Lift the crown hair by back combing to suit the face
type. Many looks can be cultivated with make up ideas to shape the arch of the eyebrow, get the eyes bigger and
also create a symmetry. Confidence adds charm to the personality and make sure to enjoy the homecoming event.
Written by Rajni Seth
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