How to Choose From Updo Hairstyles

Some people believe that it's all about the hair. If this is true than choosing the right hairstyle is crucial to creating the perfect look. Updo styles range from the fantastical and complicated to the simple and classic. Finding the right updo style for your hair and personality can be a bit of a challenge. However there is hope for finding the perfect updo fit.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Take inventory of your hair texture and length as this will factor in to what kind of updo styles will be best suited for you. Determine where you will be wearing your updo style as well, ask yourself if it is a special occasion or simply just a change of pace for everyday. These factors are important when choosing an updo hairstyle.
2. Look at various hairstyle magazines to get a feel for the different kinds of updo hairstyles that are available to your hair length and type. Notice the intricacies in the styles and how each style is typically catered for certain events. Wedding styles tend to be more ornate with more jewelry whereas formal dinner or more fashionable events tend to have more understated updo styles.
3. Decide what you want the front of your hair to look like, if you have a larger forehead you may want to create a front sweep or leave bangs out, if you have a smaller forehead you might try pulling the hair away from the face to create a longer line in the face. Pick hair accessories that fit the occasion, almost all updo styles will need some accessories to hold the style into place whether it be bobby pins or ornate combs; it should fit your personality and the occasion.
4. Spend a considerable amount of time deciding what to do with the back of the updo. Weddings and balls have room for more ornate curling and styling in the back; everything from pincurls to falling trellises can be used for these occasions. Pick a more simple look for less formal occasions, an inverted pony tail or ballerina bun are great for simple chic looks.
5. Ask yourself whether you want to have some hair falling down from the updo to create a more free and whimsical look. Many people prefer to have curling tendrils cascade from various parts of the updo, but this depends on the event as well. Make sure you use a good styling product or have your stylist use a strong alcohol free hairspray to keep your updo in position.

Tips & Warnings

• Consider visiting your hair stylist for the more ornate styles as they can be almost impossible to create on your own without someone who can have a full 360 degree view of your hair.
• Half updos are wonderful, less rigid alternatives to the typical updo style that accompanies formal events. Typically they are dressed up with body waves or curls to create a more classic look.
• Consider using extensions to help create a look that you wouldn't normally be able to create if you have short hair.