18 Alluring Loose Updos for Any Event
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#5: Double-Twist Low Bun
The easiest way to add some sparkle to a standard bun is to wrap a piece of hair around the elastic to hide it. Take that concept to the next level and create a double-wrapped coil for a quick and easy way to pull your hair back.
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#6: Vintage Rag-Roll Loose Updo with A Headband
Skip the tools and create curls using only strips of cloth and water for a protective style with a classic feel. Tie a headband around your updo for a pin-up girl vibe. Rag roll curls work well with most hair lengths and textures, so they are extremely versatile and fun!
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#7: Messy Chignon with Sweeping Bangs
This quick side bun can be created by curling the ends of your hair with a large barrel iron for slight waves. Use only a few pins to put together a bun that literally seems to be falling apart, but keep it in check with hairspray so that it never quite does.
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#8: Quirky Hair Bow Loose Updo
A hair bow is a must-try kind of updo for an adventurous beauty lover. Although it looks complicated, it’s actually quite easy. Wear it on top of your head for a funky look or pulled to the back for a chic surprise when you turn around.
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#9: Cute Updo with Crown Braids And Bangs
Trendy girls with long locks should try the popular braid crown. This go-to choice can be worn virtually anywhere—even Iggy Azalea sported one on the Grammy’s red carpet—for a truly regal look. The best part is that this style may last a couple of days if you wish to cut down on your morning routine.
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#10: Easy 1960’s Beehive Loose Updo for Mid-Length Hair
Fans of ‘Mad Men’ will enjoy this sexy secretary style. The retro bun is the ultimate sophisticated updo that can be worn by women with hair lengths from the shoulder and beyond. The subtle face-framing layers keep the look modern without seeming too dated.