In case you didn’t know, updos are back in the spotlight. A go-to style for the warm summer days, an updo continuously reinvents itself. From sleek braided bun, funky fauxhawk, polished topknot to chic chignon, we’ve chosen ten show-stealing looks worn by the stunning dark skin celebrities to inspire you.

Read on to find out more…

1. Braided Bun:

Perfect for people with super-long hair, to copy this Alicia Key’s regal braided bun, start with spritzing your hair with an anti-frizz serum. Next, pull your hair up into a pony and braid it tightly. Once you’re done with the bun, pin any loose ends to perfect the shape. Keep your braids in place by sprinkling some volumizing spray in your updo, just like the If I Ain’t Got You singer has done.

2. High Bun With Headband:

Lupita Nyongo’s high bun is a playful update on the traditional bun. Adding dimension to the bun, Lupita’s long up’do is great for thick hair. For a striking final look, she added an embellished double headband to it. The actress further paired her hairstyle with her green Gucci dress and a bright purple lip.

3. Piece-y High Bun:

June Ambrose looks beautiful with her piece-y high bun. This glamorous updo is edgy and it suits almost every face shape. The key to this bun is its extra volume and glossy shine – smooth it over the front section of your hair before grabbing it into a pony. Next, scrunch your back section and pull your pony into a loose and messy high bun. Finish off your look by spritzing it with a hairspray, and you’re ready to go!

 4. Fauxhawk Braids:

Holy Braid!

At the MET Gala 2015, Janelle Monae looks fierce and funky with her fauxhawk braided ponytail. To recreate this look, begin by applying a heat protection hairspray before blow drying your hair. Now, create a Mohawk effect by French braiding from the top sections to all the way down and secure them with a rubber band. Once done, simply spray the ends of your locks with an Elixir.

5. Twisted Chignon:

Actress Zoe Saldana looks elegant and sophisticated with her brown tresses in a low twisted chignon. A grown-up version of the classic bun, this chignon looks superb when paired with sweeping side bangs, maroon lips and flawless makeup. For an interesting finish, twist your locks before securing them to create a glamorous twisted chignon.

6. Topknot:

Erica Ash at the 2014 Ebony Power 100 List looked striking with a sleek topknot. If you have medium to long hair, create the topknot by pulling all your hair upwards tightly and secure it with an elastic. A great go-to hairstyle in a time crunch, the hairstyle draws attention to her beautiful face. Classic and gorgeous!

7. High Beehive:

Aurelie Konate looks smoking hot with her jet black mane done up in a modern beehive. To mimic this playful ‘do at home, begin by pumping your hair with a good amount of volumizing mousse before creating a reverse cone shape. Next, secure your beehive with discreet pins for a classy look, and set it with a light hairspray for a stunning finishing touch.

8. Fishtail:

When it comes to braids, Lyndsey Scott does it best. The model’s fishtail braid adds a feminine and youthful accent to her bronze makeup and red lips. A great way to amp up a boring ponytail, Scott’s fishtail is a perfect blend of a messy, glossy and structured hairstyle.

 9. Braided Topknot Half Updo: 

Keisha Epps’ braided half updo with voluminous topknot takes funky to a whole new level. She piles her thick braids on top of her head and leaves half of the braids open. The result? An edgy hairstyle that can be worn anywhere.

10. Sleek Bun And Bangs:

There is sleek updo, and then there is the Nicolette Robinson’s updo. The actress paired her sleek bun with subtle bangs, mess and shine – a perfect way for you to glam up the formal and elegant hairstyle.

So there you are – ten stylish updos for you to try at home. Do let us know your favourite look in the comments section below!

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