Alright, so I had this masquerade thing coming up, and panic stations, right? My hair skills are, let’s be honest, pretty basic. We’re talking ponytail or ‘down and hope for the best’ kinda level. So the idea of some fancy, intricate masquerade hairstyle? Yeah, no. Not happening. I needed easy masquerade hairstyles, like, super easy.
My Hunt for Actually Easy Styles
So, I jumped online, like everyone does. Typed in “easy masquerade hairstyles.” And boy, did I get a load of so-called “easy” styles. Some of them looked like they’d take a structural engineer and a whole afternoon. I saw one that involved like, twenty braids and a kilo of hairspray. Easy for who? A professional octopus hairstylist?
I almost gave up, thought I’d just wear a hat over my mask. Kidding! (Mostly). But seriously, I was getting frustrated. My definition of easy is something I can do with minimal swearing and without my arms going numb.
Attempt Number One: The “Simple” Twist That Wasn’t
I found this one video, “Super Simple Twisted Updo.” Looked okay on the mannequin head they used. So I grabbed a bunch of bobby pins – those things that disappear into another dimension, you know? – and started twisting. My hair decided it wanted to twist in about five different directions. I had pins sticking out, bits falling down. After about 15 minutes of wrestling with my own head, I looked like I’d been caught in a wind tunnel. Not quite the elegant masquerade vibe I was going for. That one was a definite nope.
Okay, Back to Basics: What Actually Worked
Right, I thought, let’s strip this right back. What’s the absolute minimum I can do and still look like I made an effort? Turns out, a few things actually worked and didn’t make me want to tear my hair out (literally).
- The Glam Low Bun: This was a winner. Seriously. I just gathered my hair into a low ponytail at the nape of my neck. Then I twisted it into a bun – not too neat, a bit messy is fine, makes it look “effortless chic” or whatever. Secured it with another hair tie and a few pins where it felt loose. The key? Pulled out a few face-framing strands. Then, I found this sparkly hair comb thing I’d forgotten I owned, stuck it just above the bun. Boom. Done. Took maybe five minutes.
- The Sleek Ponytail with a Twist (the good kind): Another super simple one. A nice, sleek ponytail. Could be high, could be mid, whatever feels good with your mask. To make it a bit more “masquerade,” I took a small strand of hair from the underside of the ponytail and wrapped it around the hair tie, then pinned it underneath. If you’re feeling extra lazy, those metallic ponytail cuffs work wonders too. Instant glam.
- Strategic Sparkle: This wasn’t a hairstyle so much as a hack. For shorter hair, or if you just want to wear it down, just make sure it’s neat – maybe run a straightener through it or define your curls. Then, the magic is in the accessories. A beautiful, ornate mask can be the star, obviously. But then add a delicate sparkly headband, or a few strategically placed glittery pins on one side. Even a touch of hair glitter spray can work, if you’re into that.
The Mask is Key, People!
One thing I realized pretty quick: the hairstyle has to work with the mask. No point doing some elaborate thing if the mask is just going to crush it or get tangled. Generally, keeping hair away from where the mask sits is a good idea. That’s why buns and ponytails are pretty solid choices. And make sure you can actually get the mask on and off without destroying your handiwork!
My Masquerade Night Hair Success
So, for the actual event, I went with the glam low bun. Added that sparkly comb. It was comfortable, stayed put all night, and honestly, it looked pretty decent with my mask. Best part? It was genuinely easy. No stress, no arm ache. I actually spent more time figuring out my shoes than my hair, which is how it should be, in my opinion.
So yeah, if you’re looking for easy masquerade hairstyles, don’t overthink it. Simple can be elegant. A bit of sparkle, a bit of thought about your mask, and you’re golden. Trust me, if I can do it, anyone can.