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updo

noun

Definition of updo

as in chignon

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Recent Examples of updo Fitzsimons finishes this sort of updo with a spritz of hairspray to lock the look in, with a spritz of shine spray for a glass-like finish. — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 10 Nov. 2026 Such hats aren't super common on the red carpet, which is another reason Lipa's updo-and-chapeau combo is so charming. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 30 Oct. 2026 But what felt right for the day of the wedding was a curly updo. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2026 Her flowing braids were twisted into an elegant cascading updo with two skinny strands framing her face. — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for updo

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Noun

Celebrity hairstylist Brian Magallones considers this the perfect balance between a not-too-fussy and not-too-structured chignon, a style that sounds tough to style without a professional team but is actually quite easy to master at-home.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
The ornate trim and sparkle speak for themselves, making these the perfect pieces to pair with a slick chignon, red lipstick and your favorite heels.

— Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of chignon

Noun

Loose tendrils escaped the bun, framing Kravitz’s face and drawing attention to her glowy glam.

— Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026
In recent years the quintessential hairstyle on the red carpet has featured the hair pulled completely back in a slick-back bun à la Hailey Bieber.

— María Diez, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of bun

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Carpenter wore her hair in a half-up half-down beehive and had a lollipop as her accessory — just like the character in the movie.

— Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 3 Nov. 2026
The Big Ten isn’t a beehive like the SEC, so Saturday's 30-18 road loss to USC has put them on the brink.

— Sports Columnist, Austin American Statesman, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of beehive

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From long layers to face-framing pieces, these hairstyles offer fresh ways to wear long hair after 60.

— Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 7 Nov. 2026
Jenna Ortega paired her hairstyle with natural-finish makeup that let her freckles show through, featuring groomed eyebrows, black eyeliner, mascara, and a satin nude lipstick.

— María Diez, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of hairstyle

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Crafted by celebrity hair architect Tokyo Stylez, the texture spoke to a different time, a decade defined by big hair, otherwise known as the ’80s.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
Well besides being well known for her voice, big hair and charming personality, she was also recognized for her devotion to the natural world.

— Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

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