Sue Choi

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From a pinned-back 'do for your low-key office party to a decked-out bun that resembles the New Year's ball itself, these four festive styles are modern, sleek, and (best of all) easy to do. All you need are hairstylist Marc Mena's easy steps ahead and a few Fekkai must-haves. You'll never look at party hair the same again.

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