Katie Holmes has become my go-to hair inspiration for the rest of this year, especially with her effortless, messy bun as my laptop-closed, casual Christmas look. I am grateful to someone who, perhaps unknowingly, has reassured me throughout the year that embracing my natural hair texture and opting for low-fuss styles is acceptable and adorable.

I’m specifically referring to Katie Holmes, whom I’d love to thank by sending a gift card to her favorite coffee spot for being a consistent source of inspiration.

From those “I-woke-up-like-this” waves to her perfectly imperfect bangs—whether peeking out from under a beanie or styled with a casual messy bun—she’s been a constant reminder that embracing ease and imperfections is a style in itself, especially as she rocks that tousled top knot just in time for the new year.

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Holmes exuded happiness and comfort in one of her recent strolls through New York City. She effortlessly laughed with a friend, sporting black Adidas sneakers and gray sweats under an oversized camel coat—exactly the attire I wish to adopt until January 2. Her hair, in particular, was a focal point.

With her long, brunette locks effortlessly piled atop her head, loosely twisted and held together with an elastic, Holmes epitomized carefree style, caring little about a smooth base or perfect centering for the bun. And why should it matter? It’s time to close the laptop and relax, yet her hair maintains its cute allure amid the chaos.

While I might spend over a minute perfecting my hair for Christmas Day with my future in-laws, the rest of the time will undoubtedly be dedicated to what I affectionately call the “Katie Holmes Special.”