How To Create The Perfect Romantic Updo

There’s no denying that Instagram is a major source for hair inspo. From tutorials to how-tos to general hair maintenance, following the right accounts can help you DIY any hairstyle your tresses desire.

One such account is @hairbyhannahtaylor, who specialises in bridal hair and updos. Recently, Hannah shared a post on the most common mistakes she sees when styling an updo and it was so informative, we just had to share!

So with the holidays and wedding season well underway, here are hairstylist Hannah Taylor’s top five tips for giving yourself (or your friends) the perfect romantic updo.

via @hairbyhannahtaylor

Tip 1: No straight parts

When creating a dreamy updo, Hannah says to opt for a zigzag or messy part rather than a straight one. “[Straight parts] cause harsh lines and stop the hairstyle from flowing,” she wrote on her Instagram. “The sections are too separated and you can see the scalp which is never good.”

Tip 2: Keep it low

To ensure your updo flatters all face shapes, secure the style lower. “Don’t secure the crown area too high up the head, this stops us being able to create romantic loose looking updos.”

Tip 3: Don’t braid yourself

While the majority of these tips can be done on yourself by yourself, when adding a braid, it’s best to have a friend handy to help. “When braiding, the position in which you stand is everything, if you stand to the side of the head, once you pull the braid over it looks awkward and like it doesn't belong.” Instead, Hannah suggests that whoever is braiding your hair should stand behind you, so they can braid everything in the direction you want the braid to go.

Tip 4: Keep the bun soft

“When creating your bun, don’t grab pieces and create random barrel curls,” she writes. “this tends to look like the hair is in loops and again it doesn't flow together.” She suggests you pull the hair side to side to secure the bun in place rather than upwards and make sure to tease out the curls so the bun looks soft.

Tip 5: It’s all about the tendrils

90s-inspired tendrils have made a major comeback this year, and Hannah emphasises how important they are for this look. “When leaving hair around the face, don’t leave a big piece and leave the rest of the hair line out,” she writes. Rather, pull out pieces from all around hairline, curl away from your face, and lightly tease.

Would you try this updo?

Main image via via @hairbyhannahtaylor

60 Member Comments

Simonja 6 Jan 2020 3:15 PM

Love the styles but I'm a hopeless stylist and mostly keep my hair simple, either sleek and straight or an occasional curl.

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katrina176 5 Jan 2020 9:00 PM

Very pretty style. Great tips , not sure if I could do it myself though.

Shop A Everyday 29 Dec 2019 1:10 AM

Very chic and lovely

gorjus 9 Dec 2019 3:33 PM

Ideal for someone else to do my hair, I'm rubbish :(

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Elunia 8 Dec 2019 10:07 PM

The tip of having someone else braid my hair does not work for me.

I am always surprised whenever I am reminded of how many people I know do not know how to braid hair.

Seashells 1 Jan 2020 3:53 PM

I'm unfortunately one of those people who can't braid Elunia. I wish I could!

Elunia 1 Jan 2020 4:13 PM

This has lead me to learn to braid my own. The first month or so made my arms so (as my arms had to be above my head for a while whilst I was learning) but I find it easy now. It is never too late to learn. That reminds me, someone I know asked that I show her how to braid... I need to remember to put some time aside for that.

Shop A Everyday 30 Nov 2019 12:45 AM

Such a pretty colour too

onlyoni 29 Nov 2019 9:20 AM

Very pretty looks for those with long hair.

Shop A Everyday 28 Nov 2019 11:40 PM

so pretty for long hair

ray_jay 28 Nov 2019 11:38 PM

This is awesome. I just need to find the patience.

Breebartlett 28 Nov 2019 11:06 AM

Love these up dos. Wish I could do something like this myself.

skincare junkie 26 Nov 2019 9:40 PM

This is the first of many articles I actually read every word. Very informative and useful tips

Jessica712 26 Nov 2019 11:01 AM

These are beautiful up dos.

Beautybabe140194 25 Nov 2019 8:57 PM

This looks so so pretty but I don't think I could achieve this by myself.

Chicklet 25 Nov 2019 2:40 PM

I love the look, but I wouldn’t know where to start!

xClaudia 25 Nov 2019 12:50 PM

These are so pretty but I could never pull these off, wowza. I fuss so much over a simple ponytail and I can just barely get even that right.

NellAdams 25 Nov 2019 12:21 PM

You know what, the hardest part of updos for me is probably the easiest for everyone else - styling the front!

ThisIsMe 20 Nov 2019 11:15 AM

Love the hairstyles. Already married and have no intention of doing anyone's hair myself but following her insta LOL

2663anne 20 Nov 2019 10:41 AM

There is no way I could do these myself, I head straight to the hairdresser if I need anything more than a ponytail lol.

Candyfairy 19 Nov 2019 11:07 PM

The bottom right is very pretty. I struggle to create loose styles like that. I always end up pulling everything back and making it tight and tidy. >_<

AndreaD 19 Nov 2019 9:47 PM

In love with the top photo on the right. I´m too clumsy so I can´t even begin to image what mess I would end up with if I tried to recreate it.

Lucrecia629 19 Nov 2019 7:41 PM

My daughter has formal coming up, so love the tips!

S-P 19 Nov 2019 6:56 PM

Lovely looks and I agree about the tendrils.

melanie-suzette 19 Nov 2019 5:42 PM

Gosh if I could do my hair like that myself I’d never have to worry

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