25 Modern and Beautiful Updos for Long Hair

Hey there, long-haired beauty! Tired of throwing your hair into the same old ponytail every day? We get it—it’s easy to stick with what’s familiar. But guess what? Updos don’t have to be boring or complicated! We’ve rounded up 25 modern and totally gorgeous updo ideas that are perfect for long hair. Whether you’re heading to a party or just want to feel extra cute on a regular day, these styles will have you falling in love with your hair all over again. Let’s get inspired! 💕

25 Wonderful Updo Ideas to Give Your Hair a Whole New Look

You will find everything from perfectly mussed buns, interesting braids, voluminous chignons, and romantic curly hairstyles. No matter what your personal style, there are updo ideas here for you to try.

Remember, up-dos are often best with 2nd day hair because the hair is less slippery and has better texture. For these updo ideas, you will need a comb and brush, hair ties and bobby pins, styling tools like a drier and flat iron, root spray, styling creme or serum, and a finishing spray. Try one of these looks for a party, a date, or just to dress up your day-to-day routine. Time to play with your hair!

1. Low Tousled Sock Bun

2. Shoulder Length Hair: Loose Braid Crown With Low Side Chignon

3. Loose Milkmaid Braid With Low Braid Bun

4. High Tousled Sock Bun With Volume

5. Loosely Pinned Back Twist

6. Criss-crossed Milkmaid Braid And Low Braid Bun

7. Top Knot Braid Bun With Small Pompadour

8. Loosened Braided Crown

9. Side Braid With Low Deconstructed Chignon

10. Low Fishtail Braid Twist

11. High Chignon With Braided Wrap

12. Precision Braided Bun

13. Tousled Side Twists With Low Chignon

14. Voluminous Crown With Side-swept Low Chignon

15. Loose Twists With Low Tousled Bun

16. Perfect Top Knot

17. French Braid And Waterfall Braid Half-up Styles

18. High Ballerina Bun With Side Bangs

19. Voluminous Crown With Low Tousled Bun

20. Low Bun With Twists

21. Loose Side Braids, Bun With Soft Curls

22. Tousled Braids And Pinned-up Tendrils

23. Side French Braid And Low Chignon

24. Loose, Pinned-up Twists

25. High Volume Crown With Loose Chignon