Game day in Auburn is a full-day commitment: tailgating on the Plains, rolling Toomer’s Corner, and yelling War Eagle until the final whistle. By kickoff, September heat and Alabama humidity have usually undone whatever you did to your hair at eight that morning. These are the Auburn game day hairstyles our stylists actually recommend, the ones that photograph well at the tailgate and still hold up in the fourth quarter.
1. The Sleek High Ponytail
A high pony keeps hair off your neck and stays polished all day. Start with a blowout for smoothness, secure with an elastic, and wrap a piece of hair around the base to hide it. An orange or navy ribbon takes care of the team spirit.
2. Bubble Braids
Bubble braids are playful and nearly impossible to ruin. Section your ponytail with clear elastics every few inches, then gently pull each section outward for volume. Alternating orange and blue elastics gives it an Auburn twist.
3. Double Dutch Braids
Tight Dutch braids hold up beautifully in humidity and tend to look better the longer you wear them. The bonus comes the next morning: take them out for effortless heatless waves.
4. The Claw Clip Twist
The easiest style here. Twist your hair up, secure it with an oversized clip in team colors, and pull out a few face-framing pieces.
5. Half-Up With a Bow
Bows are a Southern game day staple. Pull the top half back, secure it, and add a big bow. For extra hold, start with textured second-day hair or a fresh blowout.
6. The Low Braided Bun
Elegant enough for a nice tailgate and secure enough for stadium bleachers. Braid a low ponytail, wrap it into a bun, and pin it.
7. Game Day Blowout Waves
If you want your hair down, start with a professional blowout and soft waves. Finish with a strong-hold, humidity-resistant hairspray, and keep a mini dry shampoo and an elastic in your clear stadium bag for halftime.
Pro Tips for Humidity-Proof Game Day Hair
Start with second-day hair or a fresh blowout, since freshly washed hair slips out of styles. Use an anti-humidity spray or a light serum to fight frizz. Protect your part with SPF scalp product or a visor if it is exposed. Pack a small kit with elastics, bobby pins, and dry shampoo. And if frizz is a constant battle rather than a game day one, a smoothing treatment makes autumn Saturdays far easier.
Show Off Fresh Color
Game day photos are a good reason to time your color appointment well. If you are thinking about a seasonal change, our rundown of fall hair color trends covers what is working this year. For the styling itself, here is what to expect from a professional blowout.
Book Your Game Day Blowout in Midtown Auburn
Home game Saturdays fill up fast. Reserve your game day blowout or style at Halo Salon and Blowout Bar ahead of time and walk into Jordan-Hare looking your best. War Eagle! Book now.