Our Favorite Updo Hairstyles

Attending a formal event? - Then Updo Hairstyles could be your answer for a variety of great, elegant and sophisticated looks!

Proms, weddings, big dates, corporate events, or a pick-me-up trip to somewhere lavish or exotic - these are just some of the events which call for a more formal (and cooler) design. Instead of wearing your hair loose, having it styled or styling it yourself in an updo fashion is a great way to give you that sophisticated feel that is flexible.

However, there are also deliberately messy updo hairstyles which can go with a casual sundress on a hot summer or spring day - so it doesn't have to be al formal and staid. The point is that when you're trying out different燾uts and designs爐o achieve the look that you want to have, having fun and looking your best should be your number one priority.

How to Carry the Updo - In Style!

Before enumerating which option you can wear, let us first dish-out a few tips on how you can select just-the-right updo that will complement your looks, your makeup and the style of the dress that you are wearing for any occasion.

If you are attending a red carpet event, it is best to leave styling to a professional.燤ake sure to give your stylist an idea about the type of updo that you would like to achieve. On the other hand, for a big date or燼 prom night, it's quite easy to experiment with styling days before the event.

One more thing, make sure to match your accessories and your makeup with the way that your hair is styled - and you'll be all set!

So what are the varieties of updo hairstyles that you can wear to have suitably stylish locks when you're wearing your business suit, a hot red evening dress or an ultra-formal gown? Take a look at the following list that you can choose from that give the maximum variety, flexibility and "runway" appearance:

Elegant

When going for any type of style, consider your hair's爈ength and texture. This elegant updo is suitable for women with medium to long hair, whose texture is fine.

Basically, the hair will be styled first in a tight ponytail. Then, the loose ends will be secured from the crown to the back of the head.?Bangs can be hanging down (similar to Sara Palin), or if long enough, pulled back.

Ringlets

This style works great for women with medium to long hair which is naturally curly or wavy.燦othing looks more elegant and romantic than an updo hairstyle with ringlets.?Pull small sections away from the temple and curl providing a frame for the face.?It is also common to carry the ringlet theme behind the ears and around the back and base of the scalp.?This can provide flexibility of a formal or casual look.

Half-Updo Hairstyles

As the name implies, only the upper half portion of the hair will be done in an updo style, while the rest of the hair hangs loose typically in the back.?This is a more casual option yet can be accessorized to look well with evening gowns or wedding dresses.

The Classic Chignon

No list will ever be complete without the classic chignon - a style where your hair will be secured in a loose bun. Despite the bun, it would still give you that soft, feminine look because of the accompanying cascading curls or loose hair which will frame the side of your face.

The Non-Updo Hairstyle

Finally, an optionçˆ"hich is perfect for proms is the "non-updo". You can do this yourself, just pull your hair back with a clip or a pin. Then, you can either curl the ends or leave them hanging every which way for a quite messy look. This casual yet still stylish updo is perfect for occasions other than proms as well - especially for younger women and girls.