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#41: No Nonsense Nautical

Gather your locks into a half up half down hairstyle when transforming your normally straight hair for a special occasion. Be the prettiest among the rank of bridesmaids or simply doll up your hair with some adorable sea-inspired hair pins to feel beautiful all day long.

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#42: Long Accessories

Get creative with a gorgeous accessory that’s as long as your hair. This style is accentuated with a beaded wrapped hair scarf. Keep it in place by draping a loose, romantic French braid on top.

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#43: Short Options

You don’t have to have long, flowy locks to take advantage of the pretty half up hairstyles. In fact, many women step into a hair rut because they believe they need to make way for those fortunate enough to have perfect hair. The truth of the matter is, almost anyone can pull off a half up style, no matter how short your hair is.

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#44: Renaissance Beauty

Romantic and timeless, this style for long hair is one of a few half updos that can truly be pulled off in any era. Perhaps that’s why it remains on the top of the list for many girls who love to sport intricate styles.

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#45: Thick Braids and Curls

Looking for truly unique wedding hair? If you’ve been blessed with a thick mane, add some tendrils and a side braid that wraps around the top of your head like a crown. This can, of course, also work wonderfully for prom, homecoming or any other elegant occasion.

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#46: Intricate Styles

This is truly a half up half down hair style that will wow the crowd. It works best on medium hair. Reason being, a little texture is necessary to pull off this impressive arrangement of twists, braids and gatherings. This is a style you’ll want to test drive ahead of time – or hire a professional.

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#47: Romantic Braid Crown

Hairstyles don’t need to be super complicated, and if your hair is past your shoulders, this will look beautiful on you. Simply secure the upper section of your hair into a thick crown braid along the back of your head, just above the ear line. Add in an embellishment or two as you feel inspired. Curly hair looks great with this one, too!