formal hairstyles

Looking for formal hairstyles to wear for special occasions? Come take a look at our many pictures with how to information.

Joanne's long and formal hairstyle here at the London Evening Standard British Film Awards 2012 is loosely curled.

Joanne Froggatt

The color is blonde with highlights and lowlights. The strands at the top of the crown are pulled back and secured for a partial updo effect. The bang area is left down to allow fringe to softly frame the face. A little back combing at the top will add lift. This is an elegant way to show off the length that cascades down the back. She is wearing a floor length white gown and carrying a grey clutch.

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Kate has a loose and messy updo here at "Underworld: Awakening" Germany Photocall.

Kate Beckinsale

Her brunette mane is pulled back off of her face and secured in a ponytail that sits high on the crown. The ends curl in a bouncy fashion. This style is full of sass.

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This side view of Angelina here at The American Cinematheque's 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards Foreign-Language Nominee Event shows how the back of her updo is secured into a laced up fashion.

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Charlize Theron is wearing a sophisticated formal updo here at 18th Annual BAFTA Los Angeles Award Season Tea Party.

Charlize Theron

Her blonde locks have highlights and lowlights that add depth to this simple and sleek look. She has a side part and is bang-less with both sides being tucked behind her ears. Below is a full length view showing her dress that she has chosen for this event and also the backside of this updo that is nothing more than a bun.

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If you are looking for an elegant way to wear long hair down then check out Beyonce with her side swept ponytail at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards.

Beyonce

A side part sets the stage as the bang area swoops down and brushes the eyebrow. The length is brought around to one side and secured in a ponytail fashion. The ends have loose waves. She is wearing long dangle sparkle earrings that add bling. Her bright colored toga style dress allows one shoulder to be exposed.

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