There’s no doubt that you’ve tried wearing bangs with your updos before, but maybe you weren’t sure which styles complement each other. Don’t worry, we have some ideas for an updo with bangs that you might like!
1. Bun With A Side Sweep
The style that was popular in the 2000s is slowly but surely making a huge comeback, and we’re not even mad about it! Side-swept bangs are flattering on round faces and will look great when paired with a sleek bun.
2. Afro Puff With Bangs
Who says you can’t rock bangs alongside an afro? Show love to your natural hair texture and it will love you back!
3. Faux-Bangs Updo
If you’re not up for a haircut, you could try creating some faux bangs from your hair! This style is easier for girls with long hair as they can use many different techniques to achieve it.
4. High Bun With Tapered Bangs
You can never go wrong with buns for an updo — they complement everything perfectly, whether it’s bangs, braids, twists or any other style.
5. Messy Updo With Bangs
Whether you want wispy, curtain, side-swept or any other type of bangs, they’ll complement your messy updo perfectly!
6. Top Knot With Curtain Bangs
If you want to give more life to your updo, definitely add some face framing curtain bangs! Here’s a little tip: square or heart-shaped faces will look great with them.
7. Twisted Updo With Side-Swept Bangs
If you’re not happy with your hair at formal occasions, are you happy with anything else really? You have to show this updo to your hairstylist the next time you’re planning to attend a formal event!
8. Cornrows Updo With Braided Bangs
To look like an African goddess, style your cornrows into a high bun, and add beads of your choice to your bangs and front pieces!
9. Double Braided Buns With Curled Bangs
To create this playful look you’ll need to part your hair and tie it into two ponytails. Braid them, then wrap the braids into buns on each side — and don’t forget to leave out some hair in the front to create the curled bangs.
10. Loose Bun With Curtain Bangs
Curtain bangs fit every face shape, so you don’t need to wonder if they will suit you. The best thing about them is — they look great paired with various bun styles.
11. Top Knot With Curtain Bangs
If you’re a lazy girl like me and aren’t keen on starting anything until the last second, here’s a hairstyle for the lazy gang! Pair this updo with bangs and it’ll look like you actually made some effort.
12. Crown Braid Updo With Crescent Bangs
When it comes to updos, especially braided ones, it’s recommended to wash and dry the hair a day before styling it to make the hairstyle last longer. If you have a heart-shaped face, crescent bangs are a particularly flattering style!
13. Sleek Ponytail With A Swoop Bang
Ponytails are a classic choice for prom, but they can be a bit boring — instead of the regular pony, go with a sleek style and add a swoop bang for a more elegant look.
14. Bridal Low Bun With Side-Swept Bangs
If you’re thinking about incorporating bangs into your bridal updo, definitely go with the side-swept style, as it can soften your features and bring more attention to your eyes.
15. Textured High Bun With Curtain Bangs
Good thing about buns is that they fit every occasion — weddings, proms, formal or just as a simple everyday style. Add some bangs and you’ll look even more elegant!
16. Vintage Curly Updo With Side-Swept Bangs
These updos aren’t usually made with bangs, but you should never say never! Here’s what you’ll need to recreate this vintage updo: a teasing comb, some bobby pins, hot rollers and a curling iron!
17. Modern Beehive With Curtain Bangs
Here’s another updo that looks great with bangs — you can travel back to the Swinging Sixties in a blink of an eye!
18. Messy Updo With Windswept Bangs
Is it just me or is this updo perfect for long beach walks? I can already imagine myself wearing this hairstyle while walking barefoot in a cute summer dress letting the sunlight warm my skin.
19. Messy Top Knot With Faux Bangs
You’ve seen a great updo for an upcoming special occasion but aren’t really keen on cutting your hair? Faux bangs are the next big thing. Pair them with long curled side pieces for a complete look!
20. Slick Braided Ponytail With Bangs
Here’s how you can recreate this hairstyle. Leaving your bangs out, gather your hair at the crown of your head, smoothing it with pomade and secure with a tie. Split the ponytail into three sections and braid until you reach the end of your hair. Use hairspray or gel to make it extra smooth.
21. Half-Up Space Buns With Bangs
As a fan of Star Wars, you won’t be able to resist these space buns inspired by Leia’s iconic hairstyle — with the addition of bangs!
22. Messy Low Ponytail With Curtain Bangs
When you’re on the go and don’t wanna spend time styling your hair, low ponytails are going to save your day. Bangs will make you look stylish even on those lazy days!
23. Pigtails With Bangs
Calling all anime lovers — recreate this updo with bangs and you’ll look like you’ve just come out of your favorite anime!
24. Vintage Braided Pigtails With Bangs
When braiding your hair, it’s very important to separate your bangs from the rest so they don’t interfere with the process. After that, detangle your hair with a brush, part it into sections, smooth those sections and start braiding!