120 TRENDY UPDO HAIRSTYLES FOR FORMAL OCCASIONS, WEDDINGS AND PROMS
by TheHairStyler.comUpdated on January 07, 2010
Updo hairstyles are perfect for formal occasions, like a wedding or a prom, which require a hairstyle that is elegant, works with your dress and accessories, and suits your personal attributes perfectly. Updos can also be worn for less formal events, such as a day at the office, to give you a polished and professional look. Get inspired by these Updo hairstyles from salons around the world and see which updo looks great on you.
Our updo hairstyles include straight and wavy/curly.
Straight Updos
A straight updo that is long and straight can be described as smooth, sleek, not over the top and simple. They range from smooth, flat gelled-down styles, to piecey face-framing looks. This type of hairstyle can be worn everyday at work, home, to the shops and to important events and interviews. These types of updos are generally pinned, tied, teased, gelled, brushed smooth, and lacquered into place. Styling time varies depending on how much work is done to the hair, meaning it can be as little as 10 minutes or up to 45 minutes long. These looks are also great for keeping the hair out of the eyes and off the face and, due to their simplicity; they allow clothing, jewellery and other elements to enjoy some attention.Wavy/Curly Updos
A wavy or curly updo is soft, loose, carefree, and not overdone looking. They range from tied back and pulled up twists, to soft looks with face-framing pieces falling down. They can be worn everyday at home, work, socializing, or at formal functions too. Styling time varies depending on how much work is done to the hair and if your hair needs to be curled using rollers or heat appliances.So check out our hairstyles below to view yourself with 160 updos!
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This is a fantastic hairstyle for those with round face shapes as the height through the top balances the shape and over-all look.
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Body and fullness is the main aim of this hairstyle. The mid-lengths to ends are curled and pinned up with most of the length sitting to one side for an asymmetric finish.
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Teasing at the roots creates maximum height to this fabulous up-style, which makes it perfect for those with round face shapes. This dazzling hairstyle will suit any occasion whether it be formal or casual.
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This is an asymmetric look with the back divided into two sections and pinned up in two different places to create a head-turning shape. Long bangs are added to frame the face and soften the over-all look.
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Tight curls added to the mid-lengths to ends of this hairstyle creates a full and fancy look which makes this look best suited for those with long face shapes.
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This is classic look similar to that of the famous "Audrey Hepburn" look. The back is teased at the roots for maximum height and body and pinned to form a graceful shape. Jagged cut bangs sit beautifully to frame the face and finished this look superbly.
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A smooth sleek tied back Up Style where the hair has been pulled into a Top Knot to one side and then dressed up with eye catching curls tumbling forward. This look creates width and will suit long face shapes and natural curly hair types best.
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This unique looking Up Style consists of several Barrel Curls that have been twisted and molded high creating lots of height to suit round and wide face shapes best. The front, sides, and back are slick tight meaning no hair will fall onto the face and get in the way.
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A casual Up style that stops long straight hair types from collapsing out due to the way that the hair is twisted and then pinned into place. The two Barrel Curls on top create extra height that suits small round face shapes best of all. Smart and definitely not over done.
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This is a neat and full-bodied hairstyle. The back is pinned up in a classic french roll and the top is teased to create maximum height and fullness, which also makes it perfect for those with rounder face shapes. The side-swept bangs were another great feature and they worked to soften the look of the style.
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This is a creative hairstyle best suited to those wanting to add a bit of edge to their look. The back is twisted up in sections, starting from the edges, and pinned in towards the middle to create texture. The front section at the top was teased and pinned back to achieve height, which also makes it a suitable style for those with rounder face shapes.
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"Wicked" and "wild" sum up this hairdo. The back was teased to create light and wispy ends and small sections were twisted up and pinned randomly to give it height and attitude. The front was smoothed-down to show contrast and versatility.
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This is an elegant hairdo that suits any special occasion. Its curves, body and smooth lines make it gracious and best suited to those with naturally fine to medium textured hair. Allow ample time though to style this look.
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