Messy Beehive Updo with Full Bangs – Timeless Retro Glamour for a Bold, Feminine Look

Styling Instructions

The Messy Beehive Updo with Full Bangs is an elegant, structured hairstyle with a soft, undone finish. It’s ideal for medium to long hair with some natural volume or texture. While it can be achieved at home with patience and practice, the most polished version is often created by a professional stylist who can control teasing height, sectioning, and balance.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Hair
   Start with clean, dry hair. If your hair is very smooth, apply a volumizing mousse or light texturizing spray before blow-drying to create grip and lift. Use a round brush to smooth the hair while maintaining volume at the roots.

2. Section the Hair
   Divide the hair into three main sections: the crown, the sides, and the nape. Clip the crown section away for now. Keep your bangs separate at the front.

3. Tease for Volume
   Working through the crown section, take small horizontal slices of hair and backcomb them gently at the roots using a fine-tooth comb. Spray each section lightly with a medium-hold hairspray to build volume and hold. Continue teasing until you’ve built enough lift for the beehive shape.

4. Shape the Beehive
   Once the crown is teased, smooth the top layer gently with a soft brush to conceal the teasing while maintaining height. Gather the crown section toward the back and twist or tuck it under slightly, pinning it in place with bobby pins. The goal is to create a rounded, elevated form at the back of the head, resembling a dome.

5. Secure the Sides
   Bring the side sections back, wrapping them around the beehive base and pinning them discreetly. Let a few wispy strands fall near the temples or around the ears to keep the look soft and relaxed.

6. Finish the Nape
   Gather any remaining hair at the nape and tuck or roll it under neatly, pinning it against the base of the beehive. You can also twist it loosely into a small bun if desired.

7. Style the Bangs
   Brush the bangs straight down across the forehead. Use a flat iron or round brush to add a subtle curve so they frame the eyes gently without looking heavy.

8. Set the Look
   Use a light-hold finishing spray to lock the shape while preserving the soft texture. Avoid using too much product; the charm of this hairstyle lies in its imperfect, touchable finish.

Styling Tips

• Use dry shampoo or texturizing powder to create extra volume and grip if your hair tends to fall flat easily.

• If your hair is very fine, consider inserting a small hair padding or “rat” under the crown section to help maintain volume.

• For a true retro finish, pair this hairstyle with subtle winged eyeliner and classic lipstick tones.

• To modernize it, keep the edges loose and avoid making the beehive perfectly symmetrical; slight asymmetry adds charm and realism.

• Always pin in a crisscross pattern to ensure the hairstyle stays secure without visible pins.

This hairstyle rewards patience and balance—it’s about finding the right contrast between height and softness. Done right, it’s timeless, confident, and beautifully feminine.