Looking for a fresh method to style your hair? It’s time to dig out those bobby pins! We’re excited to share some stunning updos that are surprisingly simple to achieve. Discover a new way to enhance your style with these stylish updos.
#1: Effortless Airy-Textured Bun
A disheveled yet refined bun creates a flattering appearance for any event, whether it’s a formal evening or a casual day out. Enhance your hair’s texture by applying sea salt spray or lightly tousling it before styling this beautiful low bun.
#2: Stylish Two-Toned Twists
A beautifully simple yet elegant updo is this twisted bun that looks fantastic with highlights or an ombre in your hair. The twists add dimension and visual interest to your colored hair effortlessly. Elevate simple updo hairstyles by allowing a few face-framing strands to fall freely.
#3: Chic & Timeless
I adore this style because it is so effortless and straightforward to create! Anyone can pull it off, I promise! This chic and timeless appearance makes it suitable for any event. I’ve applied it on clients who desire something easy, playful, and sophisticated, and I’ve also utilized it on brides with a lovely jewel clip or even a floral crown.
#4: Elegant Knotted Bun
This elegant knotted bun is perfect for any event, whether it’s formal or just a casual day. I appreciate how simple it is to create, yet it maintains a polished appearance. This hairstyle suits medium to long hair and is versatile for anyone. I used Redken Control Addict 28 to set this look. It is a strong-hold hairspray that effectively combats humidity without leaving residue or flakes. It also offers flexibility, enabling you to adjust the style with ease.
#5: Relaxed Soft Updo Featuring Bangs
For a simple hair updo at home, try this relaxed soft updo featuring bangs. We all know bangs enhance an updo’s appeal. However, combine them with a high bun, chignon style, and the result is even more striking.
#6: Retro-Inspired Curls
This look is enchanting and ideal for clients wanting to infuse a touch of Hollywood elegance into their style while maintaining a fresh and modern appeal. I adore the way the subtle gaps in the upper layer of hair showcase the curls beneath. Rather than a single smooth wave across the surface, it brings depth and intrigue to the appearance. The flowers I’ve added are versatile, and I also considered how charming this could have appeared with a punk-inspired ornate metal hairpiece – envision a steampunk vibe!
#7: Chic Woven Bun for Longer Hair
A chic woven bun updo for longer hair is a fantastic way to add cute hairstyles to your formal ensemble. Secure your hair into a sleek ponytail, braid it, and twist it into a stylish bun. Secure with bobby pins and spray with a shine spray and firm hold hairspray.
#8: Sleek and Straight Wrapped Low Bun
A sleek, straight, wrapped low bun is ideal for the minimalist bride. Effortless updos like this can be a classic way to showcase your veil or hairpiece. Locating a bridal hairstylist can also be part of the quest. I recommend a straightforward approach of using platforms like Instagram to connect with the right person for you.
#9: Elegant Updo Featuring Pearl Accents
For a chic yet uncomplicated updo, a low bun is a top choice. You may like to leave a few loose strands around the face to frame and soften. A loose curl for these strands is charming and feminine. Use a subtle hair accessory to elevate your look.
#10: Sleek Blonde Low-Updo Bun
A low-updo bun is a stunning way to highlight your colors while creating quick hairstyles. I love a classic bun. You can always elevate the style more by adding small decorative hair pins or accessories. If you have fine or thin hair, consider using hair extensions to enhance the volume in the bun. This style is perfect if you’re pressed for time. You can achieve this look swiftly, efficiently, and with ease.
#11: Effortless Modern Chignon
This style is gentle, straightforward, and enchanting. My favorite aspect of this style was that it was achieved without using heat tools. My go-to products for recreating a style like this are from Unite. I adore 7 Seconds Glossing to smooth out the sections and enhance shine, Texturiza for pancaking the twists and adding texture to the look, and Expanda Dust for abundant volume.
#12: Elegant French Braid
Loose and messy updos are always stunning, but when paired with a halo braid, you have achieved perfection!
#13: Effortless Loose Bun for Brunette Locks
Consider an effortless loose bun if you have brunette locks and seek a laid-back updo. This style is an excellent choice for updo hairstyles for long hair as it boasts texture while maintaining a casual appearance. Your stylist should use a product like wax to infuse texture into your hair for long-lasting hold. The Aquage Spray Wax is an excellent choice for these uncomplicated hair updos.
#14: Sock Bun Hairstyle
Arrive in style with braids swept up in a large bun. The trick? A sock to create the foundation of your hair’s centerpiece.
#15: Effortless Faux Braid
This style is an effortless faux braid with a sophisticated vibe that doesn’t require much effort to pull off. What I truly love about this style is its simplicity in creation, while still appearing very polished.
#16: Elegant Top Knot
Chic and refined – it’s a modern take on the traditional high bun. I appreciate how it maintains a slightly casual and laid-back vibe. It’s an ideal style to pair with a high neckline and highlight the intricate details at the back. This look is perfect for clients seeking to embody a contemporary royal with a vibrant spirit. Additionally, it’s a fantastic option for those who require their hairstyle to endure throughout the day or prefer to keep their hair neatly away from their face in warmer weather.
#17: Elegant Twist
The Textured French Roll is crafted to be a contemporary variation of the traditional French Roll. This look is richly textured to exude modernity and sophistication while maintaining the elegance of the classic style. I always leave a few tendrils out around the face for a soft touch. My favorite aspect of this style is that it is versatile and can enhance almost any outfit!
This is my top favorite style for a client who desires a formal appearance without seeming overly extravagant. You may elevate this style or keep it casual, depending on your outfit and the event you are attending. It’s perfect for someone with shorter hair who may find it challenging to style into an updo. I always utilize a crescent hair-padding piece to finer hair to create the illusion of volume. I recommend this style to wedding attendees so they can have their hair styled up without resembling a bridesmaid.
#18: Elegant High Bun
This curly hair updo is truly stunning! An effortlessly chic look for any red-carpet occasion!
#19: Elegant Donut Bun
This hairstyle exudes elegance and has a classic, princess-like vibe. It’s undeniably feminine and offers remarkable versatility. Hairstyles can be a reflection of our personalities and lifestyles, making this look ideal for those who resonate with these characteristics. Notably, this style suits any hair type and length. It’s a straightforward updo; all you need are sturdy bobby pins, the appropriate size of hair donut, and some hair spray to manage flyaways.
#20: Twisted Braided Bun
This style is a chic braided updo hairstyle. The most enchanting aspect of this look is how much intricacy can be appreciated in the style due to the volume and color of the hair, offering a polished yet effortless appearance.
Loosely wave your hair using a soft tong first, which will facilitate shaping your hair much easier. The crucial products for achieving this look are texturizing powder for teasing to create a chunky braid with hold and a natural hold hairspray to finish. This style is ideally suited for medium to thick hair; the details are much more pronounced on lighter shades. These updo styles are perfect for a wedding or any special event.
#21: Casual Bun
This style presents a textured bun. The most charming aspect of it is the effortless appearance. It’s soft in texture, and I adore that it can be complemented with a delicate hairpiece for any event. The beauty of a bun is its versatility; my suggestion would be to encourage your stylist to experiment, creating a relaxed style or a sleeker polished finish, with minimal or no hair framing the front, or keeping strands out around the face. Additionally, hair pieces can be added to elevate the look. A bun is straightforward, but enjoy the process and personalize it.
#22: Elegant Wrapped Bun Low Updo
An elegant wrapped bun low updo is perfect for any wedding party. Most hair lengths fit well with this hairstyle. You can have medium to long hair, and you’ll be able to achieve the desired results. Most hair types work well with this, too! If you have thicker hair, I recommend leaving more hair out around your face. This will ensure the bun doesn’t get too big or heavy.
#23: Chic French Roll Updo for Groom’s Mother
A French roll updo is an excellent option for the mother of the groom, particularly when it’s your son who is tying the knot. The sophisticated feel of this classy updo will not only leave you looking fabulous and picture-perfect!
#24: Elegant Ballerina Bun with Face-Softening Strands
Opt for an elegant ballerina bun complemented by softening face strands. This style enables quick updos, perfect for any event. Crafting a polished bun might seem daunting. Nevertheless, with the right tools for this look, it can become a leisurely experience. My preferred tool for achieving a structured bun is bungee elastics for optimal tension. Additionally, I enjoy securing buns with Frenchie’s Velvet Hairpins. These small yet effective hairpins have a velvet coating for exceptional hold.
#25: Twisted Bun for Your Dimensional Bridesmaid Look
Try a stylish twisted bun for a quick and simple updo. These types of updos are perfect for wedding party members or bridesmaids. They’re super easy and comfortable to achieve and can be completed in a fairly short amount of time. You first want to secure most of the hair back into a ponytail to achieve this look. It’s important to remember that the ponytail needs to be completely sleek. Softly twist the pony to create a spiral effect, then secure it in a bun with bobby pins. The key is to piece out the bun once it’s secure and use a volume powder for extra body. I love the Powder Play Volumizing & Texturizing Powder for the best results.
#26: Elegant French Twist
Transform into a graceful maiden with hair so radiant by donning this charming formal hairstyle. It’s best to sweep your hair away from your face as you secure it in a low updo adorned with floral accents.
#27: Elegant Twisted Updo for Mother of the Bride
A chic, uncomplicated updo is simply a low chignon, forming a knot at the back of your neck. This MOB style manages to be polished and fashionable without being overly showy. For a fuller look, add some natural volume around the top of your head. Create the chignon through knotting, twisting, braiding, or tucking. If needed, you can use extensions. This chignon style looks fantastic when paired with a side accessory.
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#28: Casual Unrefined Chignon
This is a casual, unrefined chignon. I love that she appears to have a lot of hair, but it is a long bob that just grazes her shoulders. This style was ideal for my client, who was heading to a family wedding and wished to appear polished without overshadowing the bridesmaids!
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#29: Chic Braided Updo
This showcases a delightful and romantic simple updo. Super easy to create – form a thick loose braid starting from the side of your head down to the other side, let down some front strands, and curl them for a playful look, and you’re ready to shine!
#30: Fishtail Braid Updo
I call this effortless up ‘do the fishtail braid updo. It’s a simple hair bump adorned with a fishtail braid that is also complemented by the front/bang piece. It creates one of the charming and uncomplicated formal hairstyles you can wear. My favorite aspect of it would be the twist around the fishtail braid. While crafting this updo, I anticipated it might look unusual, but it ended up looking adorable and distinctive!
#31: Bohemian Elegant Updo
This style embodies bohemian elegance. I adore that it requires minimal to no heat, making it a perfect last-minute option! My tip for recreating this style would be to secure the braids by making an “X” with your bobby pins. This will ensure the hair stays in place while you pull out the strands you want to give it texture! I lightly teased my hair at the crown and applied a little texture spray to add some volume, but you can tailor it to your preference and hair texture! These updos last all day long and provide a playful alternative to keep your hair off your face. You could incorporate fun hair accessories to enhance its festive and chic vibe!
#32: Timeless Full Updo Style
An elegant full updo will have you feeling timeless for your next formal event. Celebrities have seen and worn this super polished wrapped bun over the years. I always prep the hair with a workable hairspray. Then I apply a dime size amount of the tame wild between my palms, grab a brush, and gather it into a ponytail. I then split the pony into two sections, wrapping, smoothing, and pinning it into place.
#33: Contemporary Chignon Bun
This hairstyle showcases a fresh interpretation of the traditional chignon bun. What I appreciate most about this updo is the dynamic movement it conveys. I admire how the hair cascades, flows, and coils around itself to achieve a seemingly effortless effect.
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