50 Best Updos for Short Hair

31. Scarlett Johansson Short Updo: Teased, voluminous bouffant 

Actress Scarlett Johansson looks smoking hot with her teased, voluminous bouffant and lots of natural texture. She rocks her short hair by wearing it up in soft, messy waves that are highlighted towards the tips. To get thick, voluminous waves like Scarlett’s, invest in some volume boosting hair styling mousse and a texturizing spray. Work the mousse into your damp roots, blow-dry your hair vigorously, and then use the texturizing spray to enhance your natural fuzz and flyaway hairs for a romantic finishing touch.

32. Emma Watson Short Updo: Sleek half-up hairdo

English actress Emma Watson is a picture of perfection with her sleek half-up hairdo and bright cerise lippy. This short up’do is classy and sophisticated, and it’s simple enough for everyday wear – a great style for school, university, or work. If you have thin, poker-straight hair, then this style is for you. Simply take a section of hair from each temple, secure them together in a half-up ‘do behind your head, and smooth out your side bangs for a fresh and playful look.

33. Nicole Richie Short Updo: Mini braided bun

Reality TV personality and socialite Nicole Richie is right on trend with her French braided hairstyle and a mini, twirled bun. Braids are feminine and timeless, and you can update any hairstyle with an intricate braided section. There are truly hundreds of styles to choose from, so take a look at online step-by-step tutorials and find a few that appeal to you. With some experimenting and creativity, you’ll find one that suits you perfectly.

34. Diane Kruger Short Updo: Messy chignon and pinned side fringe

German actress and former fashion model Diane Kruger looks stunning with her short golden tresses in a messy chignon, and her side fringe pinned back with bold bobby pins. For extra impact, wear your hair in a striking deep middle parting, and embrace flyaway hairs and fuzz. Use lots of big, black (or colourful) hair pins in your fringe to make a style statement, and keep your makeup toned down for a flirty and romantic final look.

35. Scarlett Johansson Short Updo: Milkmaid braid

Actress Scarlett Johansson looks divine with a thick milkmaid braid in her dark blonde hair. This short up’do works best with collarbone-length hair (e.g., a long bob), as you need a bit of length for a full milkmaid braid. Recreate Scarlett’s beautiful up’do by braiding sections of hair from each temple, and then securing them at the back of your head to create a complete circle. If your hair is shorter, simply braid the sides and pin them halfway.

36. Carey Mulligan Short Updo: Messy braided up’do

Actress Carey Mulligan looks gorgeous with her messy-yet-chic braided up’do. This short up’do is all about texture and volume, so prepare your hair for styling with some volume boosting mousse and a light texturizing spray. Then, create little knots and braids in your locks, starting with your bangs and working your way around your hairline. Layer your braids for extra impact.

37. Julianne Hough Short Updo: Mini quiff

Safe Haven actress Julianne Hough looks stunning with her dark blonde hair done up in a perky mini quiff. This short up’do is both pretty and eye-catching, and we love how it accentuates Julianne’s icy blue eyes. All you need to do is tease your top section of hair, comb it to one side, and set it with hairspray to keep it up all day/night. Pair this simple, chic hairdo with smoky eyes and nude lips for extra impact.

38. Natalie Portman Short Updo: Simple mini bun

Black Swan actress Natalie Portman radiates natural beauty with her short brunette locks pulled back into a simple mini bun. Confident, flirty, and classic, this short up’do is perfect for any face shape and hair type. If you want to glam it up, add a pretty hairband or hair clip, and curl a few strands of hair to frame your face.

39. Evan Rachel Wood Short Updo: Flirty flop

American actress, fashion model and singer Evan Rachel Wood looks divine with her short blonde hair styled in a flirty flop. This short up’do is a softer and more feminine version of the fauxhawk, and it’s much easier to style. Simply create a deep side parting in your hair, work volume boosting mousse into your hair, and position it in a cute and quirky “flopped” style.

40. Julianne Hough Short Updo: Subtle fauxhawk

Safe Haven actress Julianne Hough has fun with her short hair by wearing it in a kooky fauxhawk with subtle curls and pinned back sides. We love the messy, carefree texture of her hair, her stylish ear-cuff, and her smoky eye makeup. Simply gorgeous.