Half-up wavy hairstyles offer a relaxed yet feminine appearance. Easy to customize and styled up for an eye-catching appearance, half-up wavy styles can be personalized even further with floral accessories or bows for an adorable finish. This homecoming look is ideal for showing off killer bangs that don’t quite reach your eyebrows and natural curls that add texture to the face.
Long Hair
Long hair looks stunning when pulled back into a stylish half updo, which showcases your natural texture while drawing focus to your features. This look is highly versatile, working for different textures, lengths, and styles–you can use it to feel casual or more formal, depending on the occasion. Blake Lively wore an elegant style version when she paired her wavy locks up with elegant stitch braids and a high mohawk parting at this year’s CFDA Fashion Awards. Anya Taylor-Joy added flair by wearing hers with an intricate wrap-around braid and cascading waves for a stunning Rapunzel-esque effect at a wedding. Try cute space buns for a nostalgic 90s aesthetic, or create a structured chignon for an elegant style suitable for any special event. Add feminine accents like flowers or bows for added personality, making the style your own!
Short Hair
Wavy short hair is an elegant texture that can be styled in many different ways, from pretty and youthful to sophisticated and chic, depending on how it’s worn. A half-up wavy hairstyle lets you show off its face-framing waves while keeping the top part loose for an ideal combination. Yara Shahidi showed off her stunning waves with this striking style. For an added fun element and more eye-catching appeal, she said an eye-catching zig-zag braid in the center for added visual interest. Short hair can be challenging to style into updos, so a half-up style is ideal. Create sleek, sophisticated looks or experiment with texturizing spray for more casual bedhead conditions. A few coils at the bottom will also add depth and dimension.
Weave
The half-up, half-down style is an effortless look that works on all hair lengths. Its sweeping effect looks lovely alone while adding braided details or even just a basic bun can elevate this style further. Perfect for homecoming, formal events, and everyday use. Whether temporary sew-in weaves or permanent ones, these styles will help make the most of your transformation. Be sure to keep your weave healthy by washing, conditioning, and styling it regularly – this will also prolong its lifespan. For added flair, use texturizing spray for that chic bedhead look!
Formal
Formal events like weddings and proms demand you look your best, and the half-up, half-down hairstyle is an ideal solution. This versatile look allows for neat top layers while remaining loose at the bottom for easy styling options – from cute bubble ponytails to more elaborate braiding techniques. The half-up, half-down style works well on all hair textures and lengths and is incredibly flattering on curlier or wavy locks as it brings out their natural beauty. Add face-framing tendrils around your hairline to elevate this look for a feminine finish. Mohawk styles are another lovely hairstyle option that pulls back your locks with a center parting, perfect for special events such as prom and graduations. Add flower hair accessories for an eye-catching finish!
Casual
Half-up styles are versatile enough to look elegant or relaxed, perfect for semi-formal events like homecoming. A twisted bun or braid adds elegance. For an easy yet eye-catching hairstyle, try incorporating a French braid at the crown of your head or an untwisted criss-cross braid that frames your face as part of your casual hairstyle. Both options look beautiful and feminine while drawing focus to your beautiful eyes. Another approach is to gather your hair into a ponytail and pull it back loosely before pinning it with bobby pins for added security. Misting hairspray onto it helps secure its position all day long; this works particularly well on curlier or wavy locks.
