updo

noun up·do \ ˈəp-(ˌ)dü \

|Updated on: 17 Aug 2018

Definition of updo

plural updos

: an upswept hairdo

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This season, the quickest route to a genius updo is the right hair tie—and a simple over-the-shoulder sweep.

— calin van paris, Vogue, "Jessica Biel Turns an All-American Beauty Staple Up a Notch in London," 11 July 2018
At the Fendi couture show, hairstylist Sam McKnight whipped up retro updos.

— jenna rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, "People Are Freaking Out Over Kaia Gerber's Massive Hair Moment at Valentino," 5 July 2018
Meghan Markle previously caught a lot of flak for wearing her hair in a loose updo, but the critique of her (perfectly pretty!) chignon came from a misguided place.

— caroline picard, Good Housekeeping, "Quiz: How Much Do You Really Know About Royal Protocol?," 26 June 2018
The bride is wearing her hair in an updo and her gown includes what looks like a boat neck.

— rachel epstein, Marie Claire, "Here's a First Look at Meghan Markle's Wedding Dress," 19 May 2018
Middleton kept her signature brunette locks in an updo, revealing a pair of diamond teardrop earrings.

— erica gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kate Middleton Goes Glam in Blue Velvet," 31 Jan. 2018
On occasion, she's been known to stray from her signature style: the few times Eugenie has attended royal weddings as a guest, she's worn her brown locks pulled back into an updo.

— kara thompson, Town & Country, "How Will Princess Eugenie Wear Her Hair on Her Wedding Day?," 7 July 2018
Sometimes getting the best puff or updo requires the extra grip of a stringent brush.

— jessica cruel, SELF, "5 Edge Control Mistakes That Are Hurting Your Baby Hairs," 6 July 2018
Or discover the perfect updo to complement their tiaras.

— kathleen christiansen, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Disney World now offers character-inspired makeovers for all ages," 31 May 2018

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Origin and Etymology of updo

upswept hairdo

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