Formal Half Up Long Curly Hairstyles

A long curly formal half updo can be best described as soft, full, elegant, neat and tidy, structured, sexy and glamorous. These looks are perfect for dressing up long curls left on the shoulders and usually involve hair pulled back off the face from the top or the sides, and with or without bangs. These types of updos are best performed by a qualified stylist. Styling time can vary from 30 minutes to 2 hours or more (when hair needs to be set in rollers and dried or when heat appliances are used). Curls are soft in design and have an elegant, glamorous look that suits formal occasions best.

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Jordin Sparks Hairstyle

Bounce and movement was the main idea for this gorgeous 'do on Jordin. Her mane was styled in waves and pinned half-up showing off her stunning color work which gave over all look a magnificent finish.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Miley Cyrus Hairstyle

Miley Cyrus turned heads with this gorgeous wavy hairstyle. Her highlighted locks were pinned roughly to fall over one shoulder for a sexy asymmetric look, and random pieces were left out to soften her face. This hairstyle will need hairspray for hold and is best suited for those with long face shapes.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Carrie Underwood Hairstyle

This one-sided 'do was a sexy hairstyle for Carrie Underwood. This blonde bombshell had her locks set in rollers to create eye-catching waves throughout her mid-lengths to ends for a soft finish. This style needs time to re-create and is best suited for those long face shapes.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Christine Lakin Hairstyle

Christine Lakin looked gorgeous at the "Race to Witch Mountain" world premiere with this sassy look. Her mane was pulled half back, which allowed her length to drape over her shoulders, and her trade mark copper locks were spiced up with golden tones to bring out the color of her eyes.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Salma Hayek Hairstyle

Salma Hayek's long and luscious hairstyle had all eyes on her at the 2008 National Board of Review Awards Gala. Her front and top sections were teased and pinned up at her crown to create height, while her ends were left out to show off her defined curls. This elegant hairstyle needs time to re-create and is perfect for any special occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Paris Hilton Hairstyle

Paris Hilton stunned guests with her elegant hairstyle at the promotion of her new fragrance Fairy Dust. The top layers were teased and pinned back to create height through the crown, and medium to long layers (cut around the back and sides) enhanced her sassy waves and gave her look body and movement. This style is perfect for any special occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Salon Hairstyle

The gorgeous asymmetrical shape of this hairstyle makes it a winner. The groovy waves add spice, and the sexy side-swept bangs frame the top of the face. The look is best suited to those with longer face shapes.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Salon Hairstyle

This hairdo definitely has flair and attitude thanks to the body and bounce created by plenty of layers cut through the back and sides. The crown area is teased and tousled for height and control, and the ravishing color finishes this look off perfectly.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Salon Hairstyle

This is an elegant look with long layers cut through the edges to enhance its waves. The crown has been backcombed to create height and body, and the bangs were cut to frame the sides of the face. They also complete this look perfectly.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, Diamond, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Christina Aguilera Hairstyle

Christina made quite an impression at Rock the Vote with her classy hairstyle. Her hair was styled into large defined curls which sat beautifully on her shoulders while the top of her style was pulled half back to create height and volume. This is an elegant style that is perfect for any occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes