7 Alternatives to the Basic Wedding Updo

Wedding hairstyles don’t have to be boring. Skip tight, ballerina-inspired buns and update your updo with these fresh twists.

The Tousled Chignon

Wispy and light, this bun looks effortless, but we swear (thanks to lots of bobby pins) it definitely won’t budge.

Wedding Hair - The Tousled Chignon

7 Alternatives to the Basic Wedding Updo gallery

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