Celebrity Hairstyles: Updo Edition

Discover stylish ways to take your tresses to new heights

Up, Up and Away

Letting your locks hang loose always looks good, but sometimes you want a more finished look—or just one that keeps your neck cool.
From Kate Winslet’s sophisticated bun to January Jones’s edgy twists, check out all the different ways you can pull off an updo.

 

Janet Jackson

To dress up a short and simple hairstyle, apply both a hydrating hair lotion and a volumizing root-lifting spray before blow-drying with the nozzle face up—hitting your hair not your scalp—to create volume and lift.

If your locks are on the unruly side, use a frizz-control cream to tame your natural texture.

Kate Winslet

To achieve an elegant and timeless updo, spray Paul Labrecque Volume Style Root Lifting Spray to your roots and blow-dry your hair using a Paul Labrecque large boar-bristle brush. Create a side part and sweep the larger section over the side of your face. Leaving the front of your hair loosely pulled back, divide three sections of your hair to form a chignon at the nape of your neck. After pinning your locks back, spray them with Paul Labrecque Volume Finish All Day Holding Mist.

January Jones

Go Grecian with this stylishly twisted updo by applying Paul Labrecque Repair Style Hydrating Hair Lotion prior to blow-drying your hair. After it’s fully dried, separate your hair into sections starting from the front in the center and working your way down to each side. Then,  braid your hair from root to tip. Twist the ends around, pinning your hair in different spots. Apply Paul Labrecque Volume Finish All Day Holding Mist to keep flyaways in place. 

Amy Adams

To get this polished look, Mizu New York Salon stylist Dominick Pucciarello says to avoid the blow-dryer and simply finger-dry your hair. Then, make a side part and comb your hair to form a side ponytail parallel to your part. To secure your hair in place, spray Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray and gently tease the ponytail for added texture. “The dry texturizing spray will soak up any excess oils and make hair easy to secure,” says Pucciarello. After twisting the ponytail into a bun, stick in bobby pins to hold it in place. Apply more spray if needed.

Kate Winslet

For this classic look, celebrity hairstylist Sally Herschberger says to apply Shagg Style Primer For Layered Hair of All Types to wet hair for added texture. Spray the roots with SALON By Sally Hershberger Shape Up and blow-dry hair in one-inch sections. Set each section in heated rollers, pulling hair back and away from the crown. Let the rollers sit for 20 to 30 minutes. Then brush your hair back, away from your face. Apply a generous amount of hairspray and slightly tease hair at the roots for a lift at the crown. Pull hair back and tuck it into a bob-like shape. Secure the curled pieces with bobby pins and finish off by spraying Sally Hershberger Star Shine.

Evangeline Lilly

To get this flirty, curly hairstyle, Pucciarrello says to start by parting your hair how you normally do. Curl your hair with a small to medium-sized curling iron and pull it back into a low ponytail, leaving a few curled pieces in the front. Pin your ponytail into a loose bun until you get your look of choice. Add some texture and hold with Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray.

Gwen Stefani

To achieve this sophisticated updo, Pucciarello says to blow-dry your bangs first. For added body, rub a pea-size amount of Oribe Crème for Style through your bangs. Apply Oribe Maximista Thickening Spray to the roots and blow-dry the rest of your hair for added lift. Brush back the sides with a Mason Pearson brush and rub in another bit of Oribe Crème for Style so your hair is tightly in place. “The top should have volume so, if needed, lightly backcomb and brush over with the Mason Pearson brush to smooth it out,” says Pucciarello. Twist your ponytail into a light French twist, securing it with hairpins. Finish off with Oribe Superfine Hair Spray.

Emily Blunt

Pucciarello says to flip your head over before blow-drying it to get the necessary volume for this chic updo. Apply Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray all over your hair and tease the front section of your crown. Spray Oribe Superfine Hair Spray onto the brush and lightly comb your hair back into a low ponytail. Lifting the ponytail straight up, stick bobby pins underneath, causing the ponytail to flop over them. Secure the rest of your hair with bobby pins “to create a modern and young look,” says Pucciarello.

Courteney Cox

To get this sexy, sophisticated updo, Pucciarello says to create a part and separate the front of your hair into sections. Form a messy bun with your remaining locks and secure it with hair pins. Use hairspray and pull out some pieces for a messier, but still polished look. Then, take a 1 ½-in curling iron and curl your front hair sections away from your face.  Finish off your ‘do by applying Oribe Anti-Humidity Spray.

Julie Bowen

To get this elegant look, Hershberger says to apply Style Primer for Wavy Hair into wet hair. Next, blow out your hair using your fingers as a brush. Then, take a 1-in curling iron, wrapping random sections of hair around it, away from your face. Spray SALON By Sally Hershberger Body Fix for instant lift and a fuller style. Pull pieces back into a loose, messy chignon. Secure with bobby pins and apply a spritz of Genius Wax hairspray for serious hold.

Heidi Klum

For a twist on a classic style, Hershberger says to spray wet hair with a light thickening mist like Plump Up. Fully blow out hair with a round brush, starting from the nape of the neck. Pull hair away from your face and flip up the ends of each section. Secure dry hair in a high ponytail at the top of your head andlet down the pieces of hair which frame your face. Next, mist the pony tail with Sally Hershberger Major Body Volumizing Hairspray to build volume and hold. Then, tease sections of the hair to add even more fullness. Divide hair into two sections and loosely twist the halves of the ponytail around each other; hold firmly and wrap into a bun, pinning as you go.

Jennifer Aniston

Starting on hair that’s been blow-dried straight, use your hands to loosely pull hair into a ponytail, letting some of the hair fall in the front to create side-swept bangs. The most flattering ponytail is placed at the crown of the head, but aligned upward from the ears. This gives an instant face lift, flattering cheekbones and drawing attention to eyes. Use a hooked elastic as your pony holder, which doesn’t tear hair and allows you to control how tight the holder is, suggests celebrity stylist Ken Paves.

Cate Blanchett

To achieve this elegant updo, apply SALON By Sally Hershberger Luxe Layers to wet hair. “This will add body and moisture, while protecting hair from heat damage,” says Hershberger. Next, add Shagg Style Primer for Layered Hair to boost definition. Blow-dry hair with a large round brush and place medium Velcro rollers throughout your head. Pull your hair up and back around the rollers and let it set for 20 minutes. Next, take out rollers and loosely brush your hair with your fingertips, separating the curled sections. Finally, pull back your hair into a loose ponytail, wrapping the hair into a loose bun and adding pins for a secure hold. Finish off the look with a quick spritz of Sally Hershberger Major Body Volumizing Hairspray.

Evangeline Lilly

Starting on air-dried hair, use a 2-in curling iron to curl large sections of hair in alternating directions—some toward the front and some toward the back for an effortless look, recommends Paves. Next, parting hair from ear to ear, pull each side at the crown of the head and secure with bobby pins. Finish by spraying with a lightweight hairspray to keep it in place.

Courteney Cox

To create texture for the chignon, start on air-dried hair and use a 2-in curling iron to curl large sections of hair. Once complete, coat hands with a shine serum and run fingers throughout hair from root to tip, breaking up curls with fingers, suggests Paves. Part hair in the middle and using a Mason Pearson paddle brush, smooth sides into a low chignon at the nape of the neck. Secure with bobby pins to keep it in place. Finish the look with a strong-hold hairspray to keep flyaways at bay.

Jessica Simpson

Starting on air-dried hair, use a 2-in curling iron on large sections to create waves in the mid-shaft of hair. Keep the roots and ends smooth. “This gives hair texture without looking set,” says Paves. Next, spray some texturizing spray on just the roots and tousle hair with fingers. Then, tease the hair slightly in the crown for a 60's vibe and pull hair into a ponytail using a hooked elastic band.

Carrie Underwood

Start on hair on that has been blow-dried straight and use a frizz serum on specific sections to combat any flyaways. Next, create a deep side part and pin hair at the ear, creating a faux side-swept bang. Then, pull hair into a ponytail at the crown and secure using a hooked pony holder. “To complete the look, add in my Hairdo Wrap Around ($49: Extensions.com) that attaches to your own pony and features a 1-in piece of hair that will wrap around your own,” suggests Paves.

January Jones

Begin on air-dried hair and spray the roots with a texturizer to achieve that glamorous 60's era–style. Next, lift hair at the root and dry it with a round brush to create a side part and volume at the crown. Then, with a large curling iron, curl sections downward, spraying with hairspray. Set with large duckbill clips until your hair is cool. Once cooled, remove the pins, spritz and brush it through to create more volume. This also breaks up the curling-iron set, while the moisture from the spray enhances your natural texture. Separate the hair at the crown and sides and gather hair at the nape and pin in place.  

Sarah Jessica Parker

To get this 60’s-inspired ‘do, Miko Branch, co-founder of Miss Jessie’s hair care and salons, says to tease your hair at the crown for volume and pull your hair from the sides toward the back. From the left side of your head leading into center back, secure hair vertically with bobby pins. Form your remaining hair in a tight roll, while allowing pieces of hair to fall out. Secure the roll with hairpins and continue to loosen some hair for more of a laid-back look.

Kate Beckinsale

To get this regal updo, Branch says to apply a dime-sized dab of Miss Jessie’s Quick Curls to the sides of your hair to keep it in place. Finger-comb your hair back and use an Ouchless hair band to create a high ponytail. Take small sections of your ponytail and create curls by loosely rolling each section around your pointer fingers. Secure curls using hairpins.

Carrie Underwood

Recreate this classic hairdo with a large-barrel curling iron for loose curls, saysBranch. Make a diagonal side part and comb the front of your hair down and over for a side sweep. Keep the volume in the crown of the head and secure the side sweep on both sides using hairpins or a decorative slide comb.

Jessica Alba

To get this carefree chignon, Branch says to apply Miss Jessie’s Quick Curls to damp hair and scrunch it. Let your hair dry or use a diffuser to play up your natural texture. Make an invisible side part with your finger and direct your hair into a low ponytail, securing it with an Ouchless hair band. Form a bun and stick in hairpins to hold the ‘do. Pull some tendrils loose in the front for an effortless look.

Angelina Jolie

To get this sultry hairstyle, Branch says to make an invisible diagonal part near the center of your hair. Use your fingers to create volume at the crown and loosely direct the upper portion of your hair toward the upper back of your head. Secure in place with hairpins.

Kate Hudson

To get this carefree chignon, Branch says to first use Miss Jessie’s Quick Curl in damp hair to seal your hair’s natural texture. Create loose curls using your fingers, starting from the top of your head. Pull at the sides a little more to emphasize natural lift. Arrange the your hair into a distressed bun and use hairpins to keep your new ‘do in place.

Kate Beckinsale

This hairstyle calls for lots of volume, so Branch says to bend your head forward and finger comb your hair starting from the nape of your neck and ending at your hairline. As you raise your head, whip your hair back, causing a natural lift at your crown. Pull the sides back and roll your hair into a vertical tube, creating a French roll. Secure with hairpins and apply Miss Jessie’s Curly Meringue hairspray.

Debra Messing

To get this Bardot-inspired updo, Branch says to first create an invisible diagonal side part with your fingers. Then, tease your hair at the crown to create lift. Use hair from the sides and back to create a tight-twist updo, while still maintaining the lift in the crown. Use hairpins to keep your hairdo in place.

Debra Messing

For this edgy ponytail, Branch says to use a wide-tooth comb to create a side part on slightly damp hair. Take a quarter size amount of Miss Jessie’s Curly Meringue and brush the product in from root to tip. “This will give you the hold you need without having a wet look,” says Branch. Blow-dry the ponytail to achieve a sleek, stylish, straight ‘do.

Victoria Beckham

To achieve this super-chic look, Theodore Leaf, Suave Professionals Celebrity Stylist, says to apply Suave Professionals Dry Shampoo throughout hair to create texture. Using a rattail comb, tease the base of hair working toward the back for fullness. Pull hair into a ponytail and twist it, leaving the ends facing down. Tuck ends into the twist and secure with bobby pins. Pull out a few strands to give this look a soft and modern feel. 
 

Eva Longoria

To get this beautiful side bun, Leaf says to apply Suave Professionals Sleek Anti Frizz Cream on damp hair to leave it smooth. For an extra boost to your roots, add a small amount of Suave Professionals Volumizing Mousse. Blow-dry hair with a large round brush while lifting hair at the crown. Create a loose ponytail to one side and secure with an elastic band. Wrap a few sections of your hair around the bun and secure with bobby pins. Finish with Suave Professionals Touchable Finish Extra Hold Hairspray.

 

Tina Fey

To get this flirty ponytail, Leaf says to apply Suave Professionals Touchable Finish Lightweight Hold Hairspray and use a 1 ½-in curling iron to curl the middle and end parts of the hair. Spray the roots with Suave Professionals Touchable Finish Extra Hold Hairspray and tease the base. Part your hair to the side and pull it into a ponytail with a hair band. Wrap a small section of hair around the band and finish off with Extra Hold Hairspray.

Jennifer Connelly

To create this chic hairdo, Leaf says to spray Suave Professionals Dry Shampoo on the roots of hair that was last washed the day before. Tease roots to create volume around the crown. Take a horizontal section from ear to ear and gather the upper part of the hair into the low center, securing with bobby pins. Twist the lower hair section into a French twist, laying it on top of the already pinned hair. Secure with pins and apply Suave Professionals Touchable Finish Extra Hold Hairspray to secure flyaways.

Jennifer Lopez

To get this glamorous updo, Luke O’Connor, Suave Professionals Celebrity Stylist, says to apply Suave Professionals Volumizing Mousse on towel-dried hair. Blow-dry hair with a medium to large round brush for fullness. Tease the base of your hair all over, make a center part and gather up your hair into a high ponytail. Tease the ponytail and flip the end of the ponytail under, securing it with a bobby pin. “Be creative and let some pieces fall out for softness,” says O’Connor. For extra hold, apply Suave Professionals Touchable Finish Lightweight Hold Hairspray.

Jessica Simpson

To achieve this laidback braid, apply Suave Professionals Volumizing Root Boost Spray to towel-dried hair. For body, use Suave Professionals Volumizing Mousse. Finger-comb your hair to the side and braid down the side, securing it with an elastic band. “Pull the braid wide and uneven for that bohemian-chic look,” says O’Connor. Finish the ‘do off with Suave Professionals Touchable Finish Super Hold Hairspray.

Emily Blunt

To get this sophisticated bun, apply Suave Professionals Sleek Anti Frizz Cream to towel-dried hair. Brush your hair back to form a low center ponytail and twist the ponytail into a bun. “If you twist the ponytail and keep twisting, it will twist into itself and give you the perfect chignon,” says O’Connor. Secure your look with a hairpin and Suave Professionals Touchable Finish Extra Hold Hairspray.

Carrie Underwood

To achieve this flirty ‘do, O’Connor suggests washing your hair with Suave Professionals Aloe + Ginseng Volumizing Shampoo and Conditioner. Blow-dry hair and use Suave Professionals Volumizing Root Boost Spray for extra volume. Curl large sections of hair with a 1 ½-in curling iron to create soft waves. Tease 1/2-in of hair and lightly brush it back. Secure your ‘do with Suave Professionals Touchable Finish Extra Hold Hairspray.


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