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.
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
64 Member Comments
Love braids and messy do's. This one does not suit my style though. Too fluffy and fairy like and pretty
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I think I’d be best leaving it to the hairdresser!
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How beautiful are the hair styles! Love the pics
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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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Very pretty style. Great tips , not sure if I could do it myself though.
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Very chic and lovely
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Ideal for someone else to do my hair, I'm rubbish :(
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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.
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I'm unfortunately one of those people who can't braid Elunia. I wish I could!
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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.
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Such a pretty colour too
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Very pretty looks for those with long hair.
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so pretty for long hair
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This is awesome. I just need to find the patience.
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Love these up dos. Wish I could do something like this myself.
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This is the first of many articles I actually read every word. Very informative and useful tips
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These are beautiful up dos.
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This looks so so pretty but I don't think I could achieve this by myself.
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I love the look, but I wouldn’t know where to start!
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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.
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You know what, the hardest part of updos for me is probably the easiest for everyone else - styling the front!
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Love the hairstyles. Already married and have no intention of doing anyone's hair myself but following her insta LOL
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There is no way I could do these myself, I head straight to the hairdresser if I need anything more than a ponytail lol.
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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. >_<
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