Updos have evolved over the years, but we still can't get enough of a hairstyle that looks elegant and feels comfortable. With celebrity inspo, we have everything you need to know about crafting the perfect updo hairstyle for any occasion.
The next time you need to dress up (or just want some extra flair), try one of these perfect hairstyles to make a major impact. Plus, try one of these easy ideas for thinner hair!
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Susan Kelechi Watson turned heads in her yellow gown at the 2019 Screen Actors Guild Awards, but we couldn't keep our eyes off of her unique braided updo.
For a simple and sophisticated look that works everywhere from the beach to the red carpet, try this loose low bun. We're also loving how Lea Michele kept one strand of hair loose to frame her face.
Go for a tight and neat high bun, just like Kate Bosworth did at the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscars party. Don't forget to bring extra bobby pins for this one.
This glamorous updo is perfect for women who want to make a statement. Keep your makeup simple, like Issa Rae's, because a hairstyle like this should be the main (mane?!) event.
The coolest thing about Allison Janney's hairstyle isn't the actual updo, it's the color. If you want to play up your highlights, try a style with movement that's pinned at the nape of your neck.
The '90s trend of tendrils — leaving some locks loose in the front — is back in a big way. Just be sure to style them like Cardi B's, so they look windswept but elegant.
The twists and turns of Hailee Steinfeld's double knot are truly a work of art — one that needs to be held in place with pins, spray wax and lots of hairspray.
Instead of wearing a headband the traditional way, Mary J. Blige opted to wear a sparkly one around the base of her big, teased bun, creating a super-glam look.
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