How to Use updo in a Sentence

updo

noun
Definition of updonext
Synonyms for updonext
  • The princess has even used a hairnet in the past to keep her updo in place.
    — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE.com, 22 May 2018
  • The ever-so-'90s hair, with the updo and strategic pieces left down.
    — Katherine J Igoe, Marie Claire, 11 Dec. 2019
  • Sánchez’s hair was styled in an updo with wisps of hair to frame her face by Olivia Halpin.
    — Julia Teti, WWD, 10 Sep. 2024
  • Braids, twists, locs, fluffy updos, blowouts — there is just so much to choose from.
    — Allure, 8 Aug. 2018
  • Her hair is in a swept, brown updo that has hints of burgundy.
    — Brooklyn White, Essence, 2 May 2022
  • Swain added texture to this top knot with curly pieces that stick out from all sides of the updo.
    — Gabi Thorne, Allure, 29 June 2022
  • Later that evening, her updo was let loose with a change of part.
    — Chelsea Avila, Allure, 30 Sep. 2022
  • The Wakanda warrior wore her hair up, but this is no run-of-the-mill updo.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 27 Oct. 2022
  • Yeah—that classic straight updo with a front swoop, or a bun.
    — Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2024
  • Her hair was styled in a chic updo with face-framing strands.
    — Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 26 July 2023
  • For besties with short hair, there are textured comb overs and updos.
    — Samantha Olson, Seventeen, 18 July 2023
  • As for her go-to style, Heim opts for an updo with major fringe to frame her face.
    — Akili King, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2021
  • The bride also changed up her hairstyle from a low, wispy bun to an updo.
    — Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 16 Dec. 2022
  • Her bang was split down the middle and the rest of her hair was pulled back in a elegant updo.
    — Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 2 May 2022
  • Time and time again, the Marry Me star has proven that the updo can be worn in a myriad of ways.
    — Sara Miranda, Allure, 15 Mar. 2022
  • The bride is wearing her hair in an updo and her gown includes what looks like a boat neck.
    — Rachel Epstein, Marie Claire, 19 May 2018
  • The actor and brand founder adorned her updo with pink flowers that matched her blush and frosty lips.
    — Annie Blay, Allure, 6 May 2024
  • Just like Cindy Lou, Union's updo also had a second layer to it in the form of a small bun at the top.
    — Sara Miranda, Allure, 30 Nov. 2021
  • My hair takes on its own life in every episode — there's braids, there's twists, there's updos.
    — Candace Braun Davison, House Beautiful, 14 Aug. 2018
  • There are lace blouses and prim skirts, there are pearl earrings and a dowdy updo.
    — Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 22 Nov. 2022
  • Russell loves a bow paired with a half-updo, a ponytail, or a low messy style to contrast the bow.
    — Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 9 Dec. 2021
  • The sleek bun may be trendy right now, but it's always been a mainstay for Lopez; a slick, tight updo is one of her go-tos.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 28 July 2022
  • Chopra wore a pretty pink dress for the occasion, with her hair in a chic, wavy updo.
    — Amy MacKelden, Harper's BAZAAR, 30 June 2019
  • When Elyse popped out in that white dress with her hair in an updo and her face painted for the gods, my wig flew across the room.
    — Amanda Mitchell, Marie Claire, 5 Feb. 2019
  • To add even more drama to her look, the nominee went for a whispy updo, bold lip, and dark, smoky eyes.
    — Amanda Garrity, Good Housekeeping, 25 Feb. 2019
  • Kylie wore her hair in an updo with a side part and left one long face-framing tendril.
    — Carrie Wittmer, Glamour, 16 May 2022
  • Shorter curly tendrils of hair that poke out around Lizzo's ears add the right amount of mess to this updo.
    — Gabi Thorne, Allure, 29 June 2022
  • 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, 11 July 2018
  • In another shot, the Cowboy Carter musician puffs on a cigar with her hair pulled up in a glamorous updo of big, full ringlets, with one curl pulled out to brush over her eye.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 10 Sep. 2024
  • Throughout 2024, the Short n’ Sweet singer has showcased the incredible versatility of the face-framing style with updos, beachy waves, Old Hollywood curls, and even a retro scarf.
    — Devon Abelman, Allure, 1 Oct. 2024

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