Sassy Updos: 35+ Fresh Looks for the Wow Factor

Discover sassy updos that add playful rebellion to your style, such as the braided crown with loose strands or the voluminous glam bun. Get inspired by trendy and edgy looks that highlight your personality.

Table of content

• Braided Crown with Loose Strands
• Teased Up with Accessories
• Messy Chignon
• Glamor Bun with Volume
• Wildly Romantic Flower Crown

Braided Crown with Loose Strands

A braided crown with loose strands gives your hair a playful and sassy look! The base is a French braid that you wrap around your head like a crown. It's important to intentionally leave some strands a bit looser or gently pull them out to achieve a casual effect. The look is especially charming when some strands frame your face. Highlight your braiding skills with a touch of shine spray. This way, your hair will shine as brightly as your sassy personality!

Teased Up with Accessories

Imagine daring to take on something big – a teased-up masterpiece crowned with dazzling accessories. Are you in the mood for an extra dose of volume? Then get ready to tease! Once you've prepped your hair with some texture powder for extra grip, section it off and let the teasing brush dance. To protect your hair, make sure to tease gently so it looks full but not tangled. Let hairpins and clips become your best friends as you fix everything into an impressive height. For a final bold touch, reach for spectacular accessories, like a wig from the VK Event Fashion collection, featuring spiky tips that are sure to make a statement. Whether a quirky gray-white mix or explosively in Storm Flower Purple – dare to be different and use accessories to make statements that showcase your personality!

Messy Chignon

Enough with sleek and stiff! Dare to try the Messy Chignon, which adds a hint of rebellion to your look without losing elegance. This cheeky updo delivers a touch of Parisian chic and is so easy to style that it becomes your best friend even when you're short on time. After adding curls or waves to your mane – ideally a day after washing, for more texture – pull the hair back into a loose ponytail. Twist it into a messy yet charming bun and secure it with bobby pins. The highlight of your Messy Chignon: a few intentionally pulled-out strands that gently dance around your face, adding a nonchalant touch to the look. Perfect for everyday and special occasions alike!

Glamor Bun with Volume

Turn the red carpet into your personal runway with a glamor bun full of volume, inspired by Leni Klum's 'Puffy Sleek Bun'! Forget the flat, strict buns – it's time for a touch of extravagance. Start by carefully teasing the crown hair to create the base for your volume wonder. For the rest of the glam effect: Grab some hair gel, pull the sides tightly back, and - voilà - blend the sleek look with the opulent fullness of the teased hair. A few strategically placed pins secure the masterpiece, and a spritz of hairspray adds the final, glossy touch. The glamor bun is not only an eye-catcher, but it also gives your style a royal upgrade. Tried and loved!

Wildly Romantic Flower Crown

Dare to celebrate your inner Bohemian girl with a wildly romantic flower crown! Do you love nature and want to incorporate that into your look? Nothing could be easier. Pick your favorite flowers and grasses—dried or fresh, depending on your preference. Real baby's breath or fragrant lavender sprigs are perfect for this cheeky, playful trend. And the best part: With a little skill and some floral wire, your personal floral creation comes together in no time. Speaking of in no time—be sure not to bind the flowers too tightly so they maintain their wild aesthetic. This hairstyle is perfect for weddings, festivals, or just a day when you want to feel extra special. Bonus: Dried flowers last forever and will always remind you of your magical appearance.

Hair Care and Preparation for Sassy Updos

For a chic and carefree appearance with sassy updos, preparation is key. Start with well-maintained hair to ensure that every style succeeds and holds up. It's best to wash it the day before, so it's more manageable the next day – freshly washed hair is often too soft for updo masterpieces. Use shampoo and conditioner that suit your hair type, and consider using a hair mask for some extra care.

If you have fine hair, a volumizing spray at the roots can work wonders to give your look more stability. And with thicker hair, a smoothing balm helps tame flyaways. Let your mane dry naturally or blow-dry it with cool air to avoid frizz. This way, you're perfectly prepared to transform your hair into the sassiest updo styles!

Tips for Long-Lasting Hold with Trendy Updos

To ensure your trendy updo doesn't turn into an unintended half-updo, there are a few tricks for extra-long hold. Start by lightly misting your hair with hairspray before you style it up – this provides hold and texture. When you're twisting strands, braiding, or forming a bun, make sure to set your bobby pins and hairpins correctly. You do this best by inserting them in a criss-cross pattern, so they hold each other in place. If you want your style to have a particularly edgy and rebellious look, feel free to let a few strands intentionally fall out and gently loosen the hairstyle in some areas to enhance this effect. Finish with another spritz of hairspray, but not too much, to avoid stickiness. Voilà – now even the wildest dance won't be able to mess up your updo.

Creative Variations for a Personalized Updo Look

It's time to get personal – dive into the world of creative variations for your updo! Experiment with different textures by incorporating both smooth and curly sections into your style. How about a messy bun with some strands shaped into corkscrew curls? Or a side braid crown that transitions into a chignon with loose, playful strands? To give your look a personal touch, you can also incorporate decorative elements like colorful hairbands, delicate beaded accessories, or clips with playful designs. For edgier occasions, a small feather or even a temporary colored strand might make a striking impression. By the way, the inside of the bun can also be creative if you choose, for example, a braided element as the core of the updo. Allow yourself to be playful, and your updo will be as unique as you are!