Textured Romantic Updo with Face-Framing Tendrils – Elegant, Modern, and Effortlessly Beautiful Hairstyle

Styling Instructions

This hairstyle works best on medium to long hair and is ideal when you want a soft, romantic look with a natural touch of sophistication. It can be done at home with some practice, but for weddings or formal events, a professional stylist can add polish and longevity to the style.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the hair.
   Start with clean, dry hair. Apply a lightweight mousse or volumizing spray to the roots and lengths, then blow-dry with a round brush to add lift and texture. If your hair is naturally straight, use a curling iron or wand to create loose waves for better grip and dimension.

2. Section the hair.
   Divide your hair into three main parts: the crown, the sides, and the back. Clip the top section out of the way for now.

3. Add volume at the crown.
   Take the crown section, lightly tease the roots at the back and top of your head with a fine-tooth comb, then smooth the surface with a soft brush. Don’t over-comb—just enough to hide the teasing while keeping the volume.

4. Create the updo base.
   Gather the back section into a low to mid ponytail. Twist or loosely braid it, then wrap it into a bun shape and secure it with hairpins. For a more textured look, twist several smaller sections instead of one large one and pin them loosely together.

5. Blend and pin the sides.
   Unclip the side sections. Gently twist or drape them toward the bun, pinning each side over and around it. Allow a few tendrils near the temples and ears to fall naturally—they should frame your face softly rather than look deliberate.

6. Refine and shape.
   Use your fingers or the tail of a comb to pull and loosen the updo slightly for a more relaxed, romantic shape. Avoid symmetry; a little imperfection adds charm and texture.

7. Set the look.
   Mist with a flexible-hold hairspray. You can finish with a shine spray for a subtle glow, or a light dry texture spray for a more modern matte finish.

8. Optional finishing touches.
   Add decorative pins, a hair comb, or delicate flowers if the style is for a wedding or special occasion. Keep accessories minimal so they don’t compete with the texture.

Professional Variation

For stylists, a curling wand of mixed barrel sizes (1–1.5 inch) helps create natural-looking bends. Prep each section with a light thermal protectant and use backcombing only at the inner layers to keep the outer texture smooth. Secure the updo using a mix of closed and open pins for flexibility and to avoid bulk.

Styling Tips

• Work on day-old hair if possible; freshly washed hair can be too slippery.

• For fine hair, use texturizing powder or dry shampoo at the roots before teasing to add grip.

• If your hair is thick or heavy, anchor the bun with small clear elastics before pinning to ensure hold.

• Always curl the tendrils away from the face to open up the features.

• A light mist of shine spray at the end enhances color depth, especially for red or copper tones.

• For a soft, bridal look, pull a few extra pieces loose after styling and twist them gently with your fingers.