10 Celebrity Hairstyle Ideas Perfect for Prom

Let the stars elevate your look on your big day.

Zendaya - Still not sure how to wear your hair for prom? We have you covered. Check out these celeb hairstyles that will elevate your look on your big day.   Looking for simplicity? Long and sleek will highlight a fabulous dress and killer makeup. Be sure to use a heat protectant spray before you reach for the flatiron so you won't fry your strands.  (Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Go Red)

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Zendaya - Still not sure how to wear your hair for prom? We have you covered. Check out these celeb hairstyles that will elevate your look on your big day.  Looking for simplicity? Long and sleek will highlight a fabulous dress and killer makeup. Be sure to use a heat protectant spray before you reach for the flatiron so you won't fry your strands.  (Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Go Red)

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Keke Palmer - Go regal and ethereal with a halo braid. It works on natural or straight hair and can be braided or twisted into place. Use snap clips to hold it in place — they will withstand a night of dancing better than a bunch of bobby pins.   (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for NAACP Image Awards)

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Keke Palmer - Go regal and ethereal with a halo braid. It works on natural or straight hair and can be braided or twisted into place. Use snap clips to hold it in place — they will withstand a night of dancing better than a bunch of bobby pins.  (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for NAACP Image Awards)

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Gabrielle Union - Opt for chic sophistication with the Being Mary Jane star’s brand new, long razor-cut bob. It looks good from every angle, so you’ll kill every usie you appear in.  (Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

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Gabrielle Union - Opt for chic sophistication with the Being Mary Jane star’s brand new, long razor-cut bob. It looks good from every angle, so you’ll kill every usie you appear in.  (Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images)

Solange - Rev up your natural with a wavy Bantu knot out. Just divide hair into large sections, add moisturizer and wrap around itself until it stays put, then let dry overnight. Coat your hands with argan oil before you unravel your strands to boost the shine and prevent tangling.  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Solange - Rev up your natural with a wavy Bantu knot out. Just divide hair into large sections, add moisturizer and wrap around itself until it stays put, then let dry overnight. Coat your hands with argan oil before you unravel your strands to boost the shine and prevent tangling.  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Lupita Nyong’o - This elegant bun turns your natural into a crown. Use a sponge roll if you need more volume and accent it with a jeweled headband that will shimmer and shine all night.  (Photo: Clemens Bilan/Getty Images)

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Lupita Nyong’o - This elegant bun turns your natural into a crown. Use a sponge roll if you need more volume and accent it with a jeweled headband that will shimmer and shine all night.  (Photo: Clemens Bilan/Getty Images)

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Beyoncé - Evoke Bey’s look from the 2015 Met Gala — and the “Queen-to-be” in Coming to America — with this sexy high ponytail.  (Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

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Beyoncé - Evoke Bey’s look from the 2015 Met Gala — and the “Queen-to-be” in Coming to America — with this sexy high ponytail.  (Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

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Nicki Minaj - The cascading waves she rocked in the “Feeling Myself” video are the perfect complement to a long, Grecian-style dress. Achieve this look with a wavy weave or a braid out on your own long hair.  (Photo: Johnny Nunez/BET/Getty Images for BET)

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Nicki Minaj - The cascading waves she rocked in the “Feeling Myself” video are the perfect complement to a long, Grecian-style dress. Achieve this look with a wavy weave or a braid out on your own long hair.  (Photo: Johnny Nunez/BET/Getty Images for BET)

Tyra Banks - You will be the talk of the prom if you walk in with this take-no-prisoners pixie. It’s the perfect complement to a fashion-forward asymmetrical frock and fabulous cheekbones. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images for NATAS)

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Tyra Banks - You will be the talk of the prom if you walk in with this take-no-prisoners pixie. It’s the perfect complement to a fashion-forward asymmetrical frock and fabulous cheekbones. (Photo: Michael Buckner/Getty Images for NATAS)

Zoe Kravitz - Get ready for summer with this short, beachy bob. Highlights will help you stand out from the crowd.  (Photo: Zoe Kravitz via Instagram)

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Zoe Kravitz - Get ready for summer with this short, beachy bob. Highlights will help you stand out from the crowd. (Photo: Zoe Kravitz via Instagram)

Willow Smith - Rock your natural texture with a teeny weeny Afro. Use a shine-enhancing pomade or even a little temporary color for maximum impact.  (Photo: Roger Kisby/Getty Images)

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Willow Smith - Rock your natural texture with a teeny weeny Afro. Use a shine-enhancing pomade or even a little temporary color for maximum impact.  (Photo: Roger Kisby/Getty Images)