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Whether you’re going to attend a formal event, want to beat the summer heat or just simply having a bad hair day, there’s a perfect updo that’s right for you! Craving for an elegant, glamorous and stylish updo to match your ensemble? Why not try a classic chignon! Looking for an updo with a blasé effect? Go for a messy bun! Check out our list for more!

Mar 14 2014

Kendall Jenner Simple Ponytail

Kendall Jenner's Long Straight Black Hair In Simple Ponytail

Kendall Jenner looks lovely as she keeps it simple with a casual ponytail. Kenda..

Kendall Jenner looks lovely as she keeps it simple with a casual ponytail. Kendall’s long, sleek, black hair is styled in a high ponytail and slung over one shoulder. To achieve this easy updo, apply leave-in conditioner or smoothing serum to hair and blow dry it straight. Use a flat iron to make her as sleek and straight as possible. Brush hair into a high ponytail and secure with an elastic. This look is great for a night out or just for everyday wear.

Image courtesy: Taaz.com

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Mar 13 2014

Katherine Heigl Formal Side Chignon

Katherine Heigl's Blonde Hair In Formal Side Chignon Hairdo

Katherine Heigl looks beautiful and glamorous in this elegant side chignon formal..

Katherine Heigl looks beautiful and glamorous in this elegant side chignon formal hairdo. A glitzy rhinestone barrette makes this hairdo even more special. This hairdo accentuates a swan-like neck and is very graceful. The hairdo reminds me of a Hollywood starlet of the past.

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Mar 12 2014

Nichole Scherzinger Top Knot

Nicole Scherzinger's Long Black Hair In Top Knot Hairdo

Nicole Scherzinger’s long, silky, black hair is styled in an elegant top knot haird..

Nicole Scherzinger’s long, silky, black hair is styled in an elegant top knot hairdo. A section of her hair was left out to create a braid that wraps around the bun. This is a modern twist for a classic hairdo. Girls going to prom might want to try out this look. It reminds me of Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s.

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Mar 11 2014

Kristen Stewart Sideswept Formal Hairdo

Kristen Stewart's Long Auburn Hair In Braided Formal Updo

For Bella Swan and Edward Cullen’s romantic, fairytale wedding in Twilight Sa..

For Bella Swan and Edward Cullen’s romantic, fairytale wedding in Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1, Kristen Stewart’s long, auburn hair was styled in an intricately braided formal updo just as author Stephanie Meyer described in her Breaking Dawn novel. This updo is very feminine and romantic. Loose pieces are pulled of the braids throughout to create a soft, sexy look.

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Mar 10 2014

Kristen Bell Blonde Updo

Kristen Bell's Blonde Hair In Elegant Formal French Twist Updo

Kristen Bell chose a classic French twist hairdo for a formal event in Hollywood..

Kristen Bell chose a classic French twist hairdo for a formal event in Hollywood. To create this updo, her hair was curled in  soft waves and twisted in a French twist. Bobby pins were used to secure the hair in the back to hold the style in place. Loose hairs from her shorter layers were left loose to frame her face. This made the hairdo very romantic and feminine. French twists are a great prom hairdo!

Image courtesy: Morefashionable.com

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Mar 10 2014

Meryl Streep’s Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Meryl Streep’s Classy Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Oh, Meryl! How we adore thee! The updo is age-appropriate, simple yet striking…

Oh, Meryl! How we adore thee! The updo is age-appropriate, simple yet striking. It was clearly the best hairstyle for her elegant Lanvin ensemble. Her blond hair is pulled back neatly, keeping the top slightly lifted. Notice the small patch of greys on one side? It’s saying: “Look, I’m aging but I’m fab so deal with it.”

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Mar 10 2014

Olivia Wilde’s Unkempt Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Olivia Wilde’s Unkempt Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Unkempt done right is what this is! Olivia Wilde’s hair is loosely gathered at the..

Unkempt done right is what this is! Olivia Wilde’s hair is loosely gathered at the back while her bangs are slightly curled as well as some pulled-out tendrils at the sides. Minimal texture is given, keeping her messy style elegant. A pouf is created at the crown to slenderize her strong jaw line.

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Mar 10 2014

Lady Gaga’s Sleek Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Lady Gaga’s Simple and Sleek Updo at the 2014 Oscars

You have to admit, Lady Gaga looks extra pretty when she is at her simplest. Su..

You have to admit, Lady Gaga looks extra pretty when she is at her simplest. Such was the case when she arrived at the 2014 Oscars with her hair slicked back into a low updo paired with a bouffant top.

How-to:

  1. Prep your hair with a heat-resistant, smoothening balm while it’s still damp
  2. Blow dry hair flat using the right kind of tool (large paddle boar bristle brush) from the roots until the tip while constantly moving so as not to make your strands crispy
  3. Rub a small amount of anti-frizz serum in between your palms before you glide it over your locks to smoothen it further
  4. Create a 4-inch section in the middle until the crown and tease. Smoothen the top then push it forward to create a pouf. Mist with hairspray
  5. Separate a thin section near the nape before you pull back the rest of your hair neatly into a low ponytail
  6. Cover the elastic with the thin section and pin the end under
  7. Brush the end of your ‘tail then slightly roll it inward (towards your nape) and secure with pins

Image courtesy: glamour.co.uk

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Mar 10 2014

Jenna Dewan’s Disheveled Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Jenna Dewan’s Sexy Disheveled Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Highly stiff and insanely neat hairstyles for formal events are great; but if you w..

Highly stiff and insanely neat hairstyles for formal events are great; but if you want to soften your look and appear elegantly slackened, try Jenna Dewan’s disheveled updo!

DIY:

  1. Douse a small amount of texturizing powder on dry hair (roots only)
  2. Lightly shake your hair before gathering it into a chignon
  3. Pull out face-framing sections in front and the sides using the end of a rat tail comb

Image courtesy: Makeupforlife.net

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Mar 10 2014

Olga Kurylenko’s Wavy High Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Olga Kurylenko’s Beautiful Wavy High Updo at the 2014 Oscars

A high texturized updo juxtaposed with an elegant gown is a look that is contrasti..

A high texturized updo juxtaposed with an elegant gown is a look that is contrastingly good! Gorgeous French model Olga Kurylenko’s coffee-colored mane is tightly curled before being pulled into a high bun. Use a texturizing mousse before curling your hair to keep the style intact.

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Mar 10 2014

Julia Robert’s Loose Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Julia Robert’s Loose Updo at the 2014 Oscars

The Pretty Woman kept her coif relaxed and loose at the 2014 Oscars. Her ombre..

The Pretty Woman kept her coif relaxed and loose at the 2014 Oscars. Her ombre hair is styled in a soft, low chignon. The bangs are swooped to one side and ever so lightly given texture. To give your hairstyle the I-didn’t-even-try-to-look-this-beautiful effect, scrunch your mane a little before you create a chignon.

Image courtesy: glamourmagazine.co.uk

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Mar 09 2014

Kristen Wiig Faux Bob

Kristen Wiig's Blonde Hair In Wavy FAux Bob Formal Hairdo

For the 19th Annual Gotham Independent Film Awards in 2009, Kristen Wiig wore..

For the 19th Annual Gotham Independent Film Awards in 2009, Kristen Wiig wore a faux bob hairdo. This hairdo is a fun option for women with long hair to play around with a shorter bob hairstyle without actually cutting it all off at the salon! The length of Kristen’s blonde hair was tucked under in the back and secured with pins. The shorter layers in the front were left loose and curled in spiral ringlets to frame the face. This is a very pretty, formal hairdo.

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Mar 07 2014

AnnaSophia Robb Braided Updo

AnnaSophia Robb's Long Blonde Hair In Braided Updo For Prom

AnnaSophia Robb looks adorable in this braided, formal updo. Her blonde hair is p..

AnnaSophia Robb looks adorable in this braided, formal updo. Her blonde hair is parted in a deep side part and braided in French braids around the hairline. This romantic hairdo is perfect for prom or any other formal event. It will make your eyes the focal point of your look and can be paired with any dress. AnnaSophia wore this hairdo to the Los Angeles Film Festival in 2013.

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Mar 05 2014

Carrie Underwood French Twist

Carrie Underwood's Long Blonde Hair In French Twist Formal Hairdo

Carrie Underwood channeled Grace Kelly elegance in a sleek French twist updo. C..

Carrie Underwood channeled Grace Kelly elegance in a sleek French twist updo. Carrie’s long, blonde hair was teased at the crown for height and lots of volume and styled into a French twist. The updo was secured with large bobby pins to hold her heavy hair throughout the night. Her side bangs were swept behind one ear and strands of hair from her shorter layers were left loose to frame the face and soften the romantic look. This hairdo is perfect for prom.

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Mar 04 2014

Amy Adams’ Sleek Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Amy Adams’ Simple Sleek Updo at the 2014 Oscars

Amy Adams arrived at the 86th Academy Awards held at the Dolby Theater in Los..

Amy Adams arrived at the 86th Academy Awards held at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles in a duke blue Gucci gown and a sleek updo. The top of her coif was elevated while the sides were kept flat.  Use a glossing cream to rid your mane of frizz and keep the style still.

Image courtesy: Thebright.com

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Mar 04 2014

Ballerina Bun With Large Hairbow

Blonde Hair In Ballerina Bun With Large Hair Bow Accent

This model’s long, blonde hair is styled in a high ballerina bun. A sock or foam..

This model’s long, blonde hair is styled in a high ballerina bun. A sock or foam doughnut was added to make the bun more voluminous. A large pink and gold hairbow was attached to hair just below the bun to add a whimsical, girly touch. This look reminds me of Cindy Lauper or Madonna in the 80’s. This hairdo is perfect for teens who want to get noticed at prom.

Image courtesy: Tipjunkie.com

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Feb 27 2014

Long Blonde Formal Updo

Long Blonde Hair In Elegant Formal Spiral Curled Updo

This model’s long, blonde hair is styled in a beautiful, formal updo. Her hair wa..

This model’s long, blonde hair is styled in a beautiful, formal updo. Her hair was teased at the crown. To achieve greater volume, apply hair powder to the roots after teasing. Her hair was twisted and secured with bobby pins at the back of the head. A curling product was sprayed on hair, and then hair was curled with a medium-barreled curling iron. The front section was curled only half-way down the length of hair in one spiral curl to the side. The look is held in place with hairspray. This is an elegant hairdo perfect for any formal occasion.

Image courtesy: Morefashionable.com

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Feb 25 2014

Victoria Beckham Stylish Chignon

Victoria Beckham's Short Fine Hair In Chic Chignon Hairdo

Victoria Beckham is the epitome of the style no matter where she goes. Her fine,..

Victoria Beckham is the epitome of the style no matter where she goes. Her fine, brown, straight hair is teased at the crown and styled in an elegant chignon hairdo at the nape of her neck. A few short, loose strands frame her lovely face. This formal hairdo can be worn by women of all ages whether it’s to a romantic evening out on the town or for prom.

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Feb 24 2014

Crimped Brunette Beehive Hairdo

Crimped Brunette Hair In Beehive Formal Updo For Prom

This teen’s brown hair is styled in a vintage beehive hairdo. To give the look a m..

This teen’s brown hair is styled in a vintage beehive hairdo. To give the look a modern edge, her long, straight hair was crimped with a crimping iron and brushed out to create an interesting texture. The look was finished with a hot pink head band. This hairdo would look great with any type of formal dress with either a high or low neckline. A beehive is a great way to stand out at prom.

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Feb 23 2014

Red French Twist For Prom

Straight Red Hair In Elegant French Twist Updo For Prom

This model’s straight, fine, red hair is styled in an elegant French twist hairdo…

This model’s straight, fine, red hair is styled in an elegant French twist hairdo. Her hair was teased at the crown for height and volume and twisted into a classic French twist. The hairdo is secured with large bobby pins. This hairdo is perfect for girls with hair all the same length. The French twist hairdo is a favorite among celebrities such as Julianne Moore, Jennifer Lopez, and Carrie Underwood.

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