Updo Hairstyles For Special Events

Please keep in mind that although some updos are specifically designated as for Prom or for Weddings, any dressy updo can be worn for any special hair event including cocktail parties, Spring formals or even to the ballet.

Prom 2004 Hair - Simply Elegant - This updo is simple, elegant and involves splayed hair twists that are fanned around a ponytail hair loop. Perfect for chin to shoulder length tresses.

Prom 2004 Hair: Pinned Up Ringlets - This updo works best on naturally curly or wavy hair that is shoulder length or a little bit longer. When it is all pinned the style is a glorious cascade of ringlets, curls and waves.

Prom 2004 Hair - Ballerina Bun Hairstyle - This updo is simple, elegant Always in style. Ballerina buns work great for hair that is chin to below shoulder length.

Prom 2004 - Hairstyles On A Budget - This article gives you a step by step guide to everything you need to do to have an absolutely fabulous prom.

Prom 2004 - An Easy Sassy Updo - Whether you decide to let your hair down or go with an updo style, this article gives you ideas for a sassy updo that is ideal for medium to long hair that is coarse or medium to thick. Accessorize with gorgeous barrettes or hair gems.

Prom 2004 - Easy Knotted Style Updo - This knotted style can be created quickly and easily on just about any type or length of hair with some modifications. Go ahead and do the twist.

This dressy hairstyle is an elegant updo that combines a sleek front with chic curls and loops that are carefully sculpted and pinned close to the head to give a sleek but elegant look. Perfect for medium to longer locks.

This style is easy to create and works great for just about length of hair or texture from short to long, thin/fine to thick hair. Great way to instantly dress up short hair or enhance a softly curled longer style.

Check out some helpful tips on how to dress up short hair for any event from Prom to a Wedding.

This style is elegant, beautiful and different. Work for medium to longer locks. Perfect for Prom.

Information with photos of various dressy Prom styles for medium to longer locks.

Check out our latest updo for Prom 2003. It combines elegant hair rolls topped off w/ beautiful hair jewels. Great for medium to long hair.

Many of the more elegant updo styles start or finish with a ponytail. Read this article to get ideas for your Prom style. Ponytails are hot for 2003 and can be worn as the ultimate dress-up style for any hair.

This hot string pulled chignon can work for short, medium or long hair. Created by the Paul Mitchell artistic hair team it is a great style that can work for just about any dressy hair event.

This gorgeous twisted style can work on hair that is short to long and most textures.

This style is ideal for medium to long hair that is coarse or medium to thick. Accessorize with glittery hair gems, elegant filigree barrettes or glitter gel.

Our fav stylist, Barbara Lhotan, has released a new book - 5 Minute Fun Finishes. She has graciously shared one of her latest knotted styles just in time for the Holidays and 2003 Prom Season.

Barbara Lhotan designed an updo that is fabulous for Prom, Weddings or any fancy evening event. Take this look to your stylist for a spectacular new style.

Check out this easy style that works for weddings, proms, pageants or any special hair event.

Karen Shelton looks at various Holiday updo options that are easy to create. If you have medium length to longer hair and can make a ponytail you are almost there with these great updos. These updos can be worn any time of the year, for Proms, for Weddings or for a fabulous Holiday event.

This great half up, half down, party style can be jazzed up with curls or worn straight and sexy. Check out this updo to get detailed step-by-step instructions.

Read Wedding Hair Expert, Gretchen Maurer's great article about the trends in bridal hair care....

If you are looking for a hot way to wear your medium to long hair for a special Christmas party, check out this updo with step-by-step instructions.

If you have curly hair and want some new ideas of how to break out of your normal style, check out the latest article on updos from The Hair Boutique - "The Most Copied Hair Site on The Web".

New updos for medium to long hair are highlighted. One of the updos is a beautiful cascade of ringlets while another style is a masterpiece of crooked parts and messy splayed ends.

An unusual type of updo can be created from the warrior & goddess braids. Check out some stunning new photos of the hottest braids from the recent Autumn 1999 fashion shows. Check out why they are called warrior or goddess braids.

The recent 1999 Autumn fashion runways had lots of evidence of the renewed popularity of braids, especially the Heidi and Tiara braids. Learn how to do this newly hot braid in this article and turn it into a great updo.

Jane Bullock tests the Hair Boutique's jeweled floating magnetic stars. She includes some photos that show how the stars can be worn for high fashion looks including unusual braids and updos.

Karen tells you how easy it is to create a simple but elegant bun for any formal event. If you can make a ponytail you can make this style.

Karen will be the first to tell you that she is always searching for new long hair styles that are quick & easy but beautiful and elegant.

"Karen Shelton explains in step by step detail how to create a Two Strand Overlap braid with a fishtail bottom. It looks stunning and would work for long to super long hair and is perfect for any special style. This style could be worn up or down.

"Patrick Cameron's Book - Dressing Long Hair includes many gorgeous updos. The Hair Boutique have "borrowed" three of his most stunning updo styles to show our visitors some of Patrick's stunning work.." More...

"Uma Thurman looked stunning in hers. Knots are perfect for either dressing up or messing up the perfect look. Karen provides lots of examples & details. Great for medium length hair.." More...

"Every year during Fall Homecoming, Christmas and Prom time I receive lots of email from females of all ages who want to "do something different" with their hair. They want to wear their hair up, they want to add special touches (like flowers or jewelry) or they want to try something completely new. I can relate. I usually wear my "below the waist" naturally thick, wavy hair down in a "nothing special" loose look. However, I do get moments where I yearn for a cool "updo" or something new. Especially for a formal party, wedding or Christmas event. Recently I spent a couple of hours with my hairstylist, Shelley Pryor (of Salon Michelle in Plano, Texas) experimenting with some updos, braids and new looks. More...

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