updo

up·do | \ ˈəp-(ˌ)dü

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plural updos

Definition of updo

: an upswept hairdo

Examples of updo in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The ever-so-'90s hair, with the updo and strategic pieces left down. — Katherine J Igoe, Marie Claire, "This Meghan Markle High School Photo Is Such a '90s Throwback," 11 Dec. 2019 In the clip, Perry is seen sporting various holiday hairstyles, including a blonde ’50s inspired look, a black curled look with a sparkly mistletoe headband and an elaborate red beehive updo complete with colorful ornaments and garland. — Darlene Aderoju, PEOPLE.com, "Naked Katy Perry Gets a Massage from a Reindeer in Video for New Song 'Cozy Little Christmas'," 2 Dec. 2019 Enter Lili Reinhart, and an evening-ready updo that moonlights as a trompe l'oeil chop. — Calin Van Paris, Vogue, "Lili Reinhart Has the Easiest Trick For a No-Commitment Bob," 15 Nov. 2019 The look was complete with a baggy white clutch, simple makeup and an updo. — Rania Aniftos, Billboard, "Rihanna Rocks Teal Dress For a Night in NYC," 16 Sep. 2019 For the event, Jones wore a long black velvet gown with white bows on the chest and pulled her hair into an elegant updo. — Joelle Goldstein, PEOPLE.com, "The Aeronauts' Felicity Jones Expecting Her First Child with Husband Charles Guard," 4 Dec. 2019 Grande's version is almost Audrey Hepburn-esque, complete with an updo, huge fur coat, cigarette and silky gloves. — Rania Aniftos, Billboard, "Ariana Grande Proves Beauty Is in the 'Eye of the Beholder' With Crazy 'Twilight Zone' Halloween Costume," 30 Oct. 2019 Her bubblegum-pink hair, styled into a voluminous updo and braids, was the perfect final touch. — Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Lady Gaga Dons a Structured Leotard and Fishnets for a Surprise Performance in Vegas," 11 Nov. 2019 To complete the look, Gomez rocked a pink eyeshadow look, a '90s nude lip with brown lipliner and a messy updo with the signature side pieces hanging loose to frame the face. — Rania Aniftos, Billboard, "Selena Gomez Brings the '90s Glam to Julia Michaels' Birthday Party," 11 Nov. 2019

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“Updo.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/updo. Accessed 21 January 2020.

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