Before you choose
How to choose from these casual updos for long hair
Start with the feature that matters most to you, then use the photographs to compare the remaining details. Treat color, lighting, and a fresh salon finish as separate from the underlying cut or style.
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29+ Casual Updos for Long Hair
Compare these 29+ casual updos for long hair by their visible shape, texture, front detail, and wearability. Save the details that fit your hair and routine.
Idea 01
Ballerina Bun Hairstyle
For shape comparison, the natural finish gives this bun visible movement, with the front defined by an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
Ballerina bun hairstyle; the style is organized around the bun, with the natural finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, check this bun from the front and back so the open front, anchor point, and natural finish stay balanced.
Idea 02
Casual and Messy Low Bun with a Volume on Top, Hair Down
At a glance, visible tousled separation gives the bun movement without obscuring an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Finish
- Tousled
Casual and messy low bun with a volume on top, hair down; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the tousled texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the bun through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For daily wear, match the bun anchor height and tension to your comfort, density, and the amount of time the style needs to hold.
Idea 03
Casual Volumetric Updo with a Gold Hair Clip, Some Face-Framing
For shape comparison, here, face-framing pieces connects cleanly to the updo, and the voluminous finish keeps the shape light.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Updo
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Casual volumetric updo with a gold hair clip, some face-framing bangs and a volume on top; the style is organized around the updo, with the voluminous finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, for this voluminous updo, decide whether smoothness, volume, or accessory placement matters most before pinning.
Choose your direction
First decision
Choose the anchor height and overall silhouette before refining small details.
Texture check
Tension affects comfort, polish, and how well the style lasts.
Upkeep check
Accessories should support the structure rather than hide the hairstyle.
Best reference
Save a clear front view and a second angle when the back shape matters.
Idea 04
Classic Ballerina Bun Done on Curly Hair, with Face-Framing Bangs
The curly texture softens the bun; the main face-framing detail comes from face-framing pieces.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Classic ballerina bun done on curly hair, with face-framing bangs and accented with a pink scrunchie; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the curly texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the bun through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, test whether the curly finish and bun hold without over-tightening the hairline.
Idea 05
Creative Midi Bun with a Head Scarf Interwoven, a Messy Top
For shape comparison, the photograph makes the bun, tousled movement, and face-framing pieces easy to compare.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Creative midi bun with a head scarf interwoven, a messy top and face-framing hair isn't just casual, it's quite chic; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the tousled texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the bun through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: At consultation, match the bun anchor height and tension to your comfort, density, and the amount of time the style needs to hold.
Idea 06
Double Bun, a Midi and Low One, with a Volumetric Top
The photograph makes the bun, voluminous movement, and face-framing pieces easy to compare.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Double bun, a midi and low one, with a volumetric top and face-framing hair plus bold modern hair pins for long hair; this photograph shows the structure of the bun clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the voluminous finish and face-framing pieces determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, for longer wear, secure the bun and decide how much hair can stay loose around the face-framing pieces.
Idea 07
Double Low Bun with a Sleek Top and Face-Framing Hair Are
At a glance, this bun is defined by a sleek surface, a clear lower edge, and face-framing pieces.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Double low bun with a sleek top and face-framing hair are; the style is organized around the bun, with the sleek finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For daily wear, choose a comfortable tension for the bun, then adjust loose pieces around the face-framing pieces.
Idea 08
Updo with a Messy Volume on Top and Twisted Hair, Some Bangs
For shape comparison, the updo remains readable through the tousled texture, and the main front detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Updo
- Finish
- Tousled
Updo with a messy volume on top and twisted hair, some bangs and a hair clip to secure the hair; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the tousled texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the updo through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, for this tousled updo, decide whether smoothness, volume, or accessory placement matters most before pinning.
Idea 09
Low Ballerina Bun on Curly Hair, with a Curly Top and Face-Framing
The photograph makes the bun, curly movement, and face-framing pieces easy to compare.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Low ballerina bun on curly hair, with a curly top and face-framing hair, a leopard print hair clip to secure the bun; this photograph shows the structure of the bun clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the curly finish and face-framing pieces determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, check this bun from the front and back so the face-framing pieces, anchor point, and curly finish stay balanced.
Idea 10
Low Ballerina Bun with a Sleek Top, Face-Framing Hair
The clearest visual cues are the bun, sleek texture, and face-framing pieces.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Low ballerina bun with a sleek top, face-framing hair and a gold hair clip to secure the bun; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the sleek texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the bun through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, choose a comfortable tension for the bun, then adjust loose pieces around the face-framing pieces.
Idea 11
Low Ballerina Bun with a Textural Top
At a glance, the bun remains readable through the textured texture, and the main front detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Finish
- Textured
Low ballerina bun with a textural top and a colorful head scarf to secure the hair and keep it in place; this photograph shows the structure of the bun clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the textured finish and open front determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Check this bun from the front and back so the open front, anchor point, and textured finish stay balanced.
Idea 12
Messy and Textural Ballerina Top Knot with Some Hair Down
At a glance, here, an open front connects cleanly to the top knot, and the textured finish keeps the shape light.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Finish
- Textured
Messy and textural ballerina top knot with some hair down; the style is organized around the top knot, with the textured finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For this textured top knot, decide whether smoothness, volume, or accessory placement matters most before pinning.
Idea 13
Messy and Textural Low Bun
For shape comparison, the bun remains readable through the textured texture, and the main front detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Finish
- Textured
Messy and textural low bun with a messy volumetric top and some hair down for medium to long hair; the style is organized around the bun, with the textured finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, for this textured bun, decide whether smoothness, volume, or accessory placement matters most before pinning.
Idea 14
Messy and Volumetric Midi Bun
At a glance, this view clearly records an open front, the bun perimeter, and the direction of the tousled texture.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Bun
- Finish
- Tousled
Messy and volumetric midi bun with some hair down and a gemstone hair clip; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the tousled texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the bun through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Test whether the tousled finish and bun hold without over-tightening the hairline.
Idea 15
Messy Ballerina Top Knot
The face frame is set by an open front, while the tousled finish keeps the top knot from looking rigid.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Finish
- Tousled
Messy ballerina top knot plus a rust colored headband to keep the hair off the face are a lovely retro combo; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the tousled texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the top knot through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, check this top knot from the front and back so the open front, anchor point, and tousled finish stay balanced.
Idea 16
Messy Ballerina Top Knot with Messy Hair Around
At a glance, the tousled texture softens the top knot; the main face-framing detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Finish
- Tousled
Messy ballerina top knot with messy hair around and a pearl clip to make a slight accent and secure the hair; the style is organized around the top knot, with the tousled finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Test whether the tousled finish and top knot hold without over-tightening the hairline.
Idea 17
Messy Curly Midi Bun with a Volumetric Curly Top
For shape comparison, the balance comes from a defined bun, curly movement, and the way an open front shapes the front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Bun
- Finish
- Curly
Messy curly midi bun with a volumetric curly top and a shiny hair pin are a cool and fresh modern combo; this photograph shows the structure of the bun clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the curly finish and open front determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: At consultation, for this curly bun, decide whether smoothness, volume, or accessory placement matters most before pinning.
Idea 18
Curly Top Knot Hairstyle with a Headband
The balance comes from a defined top knot, curly movement, and the way an open front shapes the front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Finish
- Curly
Curly top knot hairstyle with a headband; this photograph shows the structure of the top knot clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the curly finish and open front determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, match the top knot anchor height and tension to your comfort, density, and the amount of time the style needs to hold.
Idea 19
Messy Curly Updo with a Curly Top and a Hair Clip That
For shape comparison, the updo remains readable through the curly texture, and the main front detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Updo
- Finish
- Curly
Messy curly updo with a curly top and a hair clip that; the style is organized around the updo, with the curly finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, check this updo from the front and back so the open front, anchor point, and curly finish stay balanced.
Idea 20
Messy Low Bun with a Volume on Top, Face-Framing Bangs
Here, face-framing pieces connects cleanly to the bun, and the tousled finish keeps the shape light.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Messy low bun with a volume on top, face-framing bangs and a blush scrunchie are a great hair combo; this photograph shows the structure of the bun clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the tousled finish and face-framing pieces determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, for this tousled bun, decide whether smoothness, volume, or accessory placement matters most before pinning.
Idea 21
Messy Low Bun with a Volumetric and Messy Top and Some Hair Down
For shape comparison, the photo is most useful for comparing the bun edge, an open front, and tousled movement.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Finish
- Tousled
Messy low bun with a volumetric and messy top and some hair down; this photograph shows the structure of the bun clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the tousled finish and open front determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: At consultation, choose a comfortable tension for the bun, then adjust loose pieces around the open front.
Idea 22
Messy Low Bun with a Volumetric Top
For shape comparison, the tousled texture softens the bun; the main face-framing detail comes from face-framing pieces.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Messy low bun with a volumetric top and face-framing hair plus a hair clip for a small and cute accent; this photograph shows the structure of the bun clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the tousled finish and face-framing pieces determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, test whether the tousled finish and bun hold without over-tightening the hairline.
Idea 23
Messy Top Knot with a Messy Top, Face Frmaing Bangs
The clearest visual cues are the top knot, tousled texture, and an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Finish
- Tousled
Messy top knot with a messy top, face frmaing bangs and a blush polka dot headband for a slight accent; the style is organized around the top knot, with the tousled finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, for longer wear, secure the top knot and decide how much hair can stay loose around the open front.
Idea 24
Messy Top Knot with a Row of Hair Clips for an Accent
For shape comparison, the photo is most useful for comparing the top knot edge, an open front, and tousled movement.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Finish
- Tousled
Messy top knot with a row of hair clips for an accent; this photograph shows the structure of the top knot clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the tousled finish and open front determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: At consultation, choose a comfortable tension for the top knot, then adjust loose pieces around the open front.
Idea 25
Messy Top Knot with a Sleek Top
At a glance, the face frame is set by an open front, while the sleek finish keeps the top knot from looking rigid.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Finish
- Sleek
Messy top knot with a sleek top and a striped scrunchie accenting the look; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the sleek texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the top knot through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Test whether the sleek finish and top knot hold without over-tightening the hairline.
Idea 26
Messy Top Knot with a Volumetric Top and Face-Framing Hair
For shape comparison, visible tousled separation gives the top knot movement without obscuring face-framing pieces.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Messy top knot with a volumetric top and face-framing hair; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the tousled texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the top knot through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: At consultation, choose a comfortable tension for the top knot, then adjust loose pieces around the face-framing pieces.
Idea 27
Messy Top Knot with a Volumetric Top, Some Hair Down
The face frame is set by face-framing pieces, while the tousled finish keeps the top knot from looking rigid.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Messy top knot with a volumetric top, some hair down and face-framing bangs; this photograph shows the structure of the top knot clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the tousled finish and face-framing pieces determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, check this top knot from the front and back so the face-framing pieces, anchor point, and tousled finish stay balanced.
Idea 28
Messy Top Knot with Some Hair Secured with a Gold Hair Clip
For shape comparison, the tousled finish gives this top knot visible movement, with the front defined by an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Finish
- Tousled
Messy top knot with some hair secured with a gold hair clip and a messy top; this photograph shows the structure of the top knot clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the tousled finish and open front determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, test whether the tousled finish and top knot hold without over-tightening the hairline.
Idea 29
Messy Top Knot, a Messy Top, Face-Framing Bangs
At a glance, the top knot remains readable through the tousled texture, and the main front detail comes from face-framing pieces.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Messy top knot, a messy top, face-framing bangs and a polka dot scarf on top the knot for a pretty accent; this photograph shows the structure of the top knot clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the tousled finish and face-framing pieces determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For this tousled top knot, decide whether smoothness, volume, or accessory placement matters most before pinning.
Idea 30
Messy Twisted Low Bun with a Volumetric Top
For shape comparison, the tousled finish gives this bun visible movement, with the front defined by face-framing pieces.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Messy twisted low bun with a volumetric top and some face-framing bangs; this photograph shows the structure of the bun clearly enough to separate it from decorative details; the tousled finish and face-framing pieces determine whether the result feels sleek, soft, or intentionally undone; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, check this bun from the front and back so the face-framing pieces, anchor point, and tousled finish stay balanced.
Idea 31
Messy Updo with a Hair Clip, Some Bangs and Waves Down
The wavy texture softens the updo; the main face-framing detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Updo
- Finish
- Wavy
Messy updo with a hair clip, some bangs and waves down; the style is organized around the updo, with the wavy finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, for this wavy updo, decide whether smoothness, volume, or accessory placement matters most before pinning.
Idea 32
Messy Updo with a Lot of Volume, a Midi Bun, Some Hair Down
The balance comes from a defined bun, tousled movement, and the way an open front shapes the front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Bun
- Finish
- Tousled
Messy updo with a lot of volume, a midi bun, some hair down and a single hair pin for an accent and to secure the hair; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the tousled texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the bun through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, for longer wear, secure the bun and decide how much hair can stay loose around the open front.
Idea 33
Messy Wavy French Chignon Hairstyle with a Messy Volumetric Top
This view clearly records face-framing pieces, the style perimeter, and the direction of the wavy texture.
- Length
- Long
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
- Finish
- Wavy
Messy wavy French chignon hairstyle with a messy volumetric top and some face-framing hair; the visible anchor point and direction of the hair are the practical references here; the wavy texture adds character, but secure placement is what preserves the style through wear; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, test whether the wavy finish and style hold without over-tightening the hairline.
Idea 34
Messy Wrapped Low Bun with a Mesys
At a glance, the balance comes from a defined bun, tousled movement, and the way face-framing pieces shapes the front.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Bun
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Messy wrapped low bun with a mesys and volumetric top and face-framing bangs are a hairstyle that always; the style is organized around the bun, with the tousled finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For daily wear, for longer wear, secure the bun and decide how much hair can stay loose around the face-framing pieces.
Idea 35
Mesys Ballerina Top Knot with a Messy Top, Face-Framing Bangs
Here, face-framing pieces connects cleanly to the top knot, and the tousled finish keeps the shape light.
- Length
- Long
- Style
- Top knot
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Mesys ballerina top knot with a messy top, face-framing bangs; the style is organized around the top knot, with the tousled finish controlling how polished or relaxed it reads; pay attention to placement, visible tension, and where pins, ties, or braided sections anchor the shape; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, choose a comfortable tension for the top knot, then adjust loose pieces around the face-framing pieces.
Choose placement and structure
Compare where the style is anchored and how the hair travels into it. That structure determines the silhouette more than decorative finishing touches.
Balance hold with softness
A smooth base usually lasts longer, while loose texture feels softer and more relaxed. Decide which matters more for your routine or occasion.
Save the useful angle
Back views explain braiding, twisting, and pin placement; front views show face framing. Keep both when the style needs to be recreated accurately.
About the author
Bella Ross
Bella Ross is the hairstyle editor behind Latest Easy Hairstyles. She curates practical haircut, braid, color, and styling ideas with a focus on looks that are easy to browse, realistic to recreate, and useful for everyday hair decisions.