51 Trendy and Easy Updos For Medium Hair to Try in 2023
Pull your hair away from your eyes and face and get ready to look fabulous! Perfect for work or special occasions, these updos for medium hair are easy to do and they look amazing!
1. The Fold
Make a bun at the base of your neck and pull the sides around it. Fold them above and pin everything in place. Quick and easy for straight hair!
2. The Tuck Updos for Medium Hair
Simply bring as much of your hair as you can in one place and start tucking strands around each other. Pin in place and voila!
3. French Bun
This tucked-style ling bun was popularized by French women in the 1950’s and it is time it made a comeback! It’s simple, easy to do, and elegant!
4. Braided Updos for Medium Hair
A French braid at the base of the neck can be a lifesaver on a bad hair day! It looks relaxed and put together at the same time and it takes five minutes to do.
5. French Braids for Medium Hair
Combine French braids styles and create this seemingly complex hairstyle that is actually very easy to make!
6. Little Cone
This is a variation of the French bun, pinned in place with an ornate hairpin, perfect for work and social events!
7. Ribbon Updo for Medium Hair
Use this ribbon-style updo to make your hair longer and fuller so you can create this elegant-looking hairstyle!
8. Combo Updo
To level up, braid a scarf in with your hair! This trick is especially great for thin hair, as it adds some volume and substance to it.
9. Bright Colors Contrast Updo
Get a cool, contrasting look by combining a bright color with a geometric hairpin, like in this case!
10. Pencil Bun Updo for Medium Hair
Use a pencil or upgrade to an actual wooden hairpin and get this look that is absolutely ready for school!
11. Round Bun Updo
This look is elegant, classic, and easy on the hair. Straight hair will have no problem staying in this position all day long!
12. Bun and Braid Updos for Medium Hair
Start with a loose French braid on the side of the head and continue it in a low bun. This style is great for almost any occasion!
13. Double Buns
This kind of sleek and elegant double buns only work on very straight hair… And they look great!
14. Braid’n Bun in Updo with Accessories for Medium Hair
Upgrade this hairstyle with some flowery accessories, and you have a quick style you can even wear to your wedding!
15. Fiery Waves Updo
Contrast the upcoming spring with fall colors! Gather them in these intricate waves to create a fire effect!
16. Loose Crown Updo
Wear this loose and relaxed hairstyle to summery formal events! It’s surprisingly easy to make and it looks great even for a wedding!
17. Half Up Updo for Medium Hair
Continuing on the line of formal updos, try this half-up pinned style for outdoor events!
18. Twisted Updo for Medium Hair
Take strands from the sides, twist them around your finger, and pin them in the middle! Ta-dah, you have a five-minute elegant bun!
19. Classic Updo Bun
Nothing wrong with going simple and classic! Sometimes, plain hair can complement an outfit much better than any intricate braid.
20. Short Curly Updo for Medium Hair
This hairstyle was intended for a bridesmaid, so why not borrow it and wear it yourself to a fancy event!
21. Folded Elvish Hair
The close-to-nature, simple fold this hairstyle sports would match a flow-like dress… in a forest.. and pointy ears.
22. Clever Braids Updos for Medium Hair
Use loose and tight braids to give your hair some texture! It won’t take long to make and it looks incredibly elegant!
23. Relaxed Updo for Medium Hair
Relax and forget about the perfect, neat hairstyles! Let some strands fly out, they will give you a more natural look!
24. Shaved Back Hair with Updo Braids
Combine shaved hair with a tucked hairstyle and get this confident and elegant look that will make everyone jealous!
25. Voluminous Updo on a Undercut Bob
Make use of your undercut hairstyle and braid the top and the sides with various sizes of braid for this cool look!
26. Face Framing Bangs with Updo
Pull your hair in a simple bun and leave a few strands out to frame your face. It looks relaxed and cool, perfect for everyday wear!
27. Short French Braid Updo
French braids can stop at the base of your neck. If your hair is long enough to be braided, even a little bit, go for this hairstyle!
28. Twisted French Braid Updo
Use three pairs of twisted braids to create the French braid effect if your hair is long enough to actually braid it.
29. Bright Purple Updo for Medium Hair
This simple bun works so much better in a bright color than with natural color. Use a contrasting pin to add extra shine!
30. Short Braids Updo for Medium Hair
Medium hair can be just long enough to let you create this braided updo, without any braid down your back!
31. Low French Braid Buns Updo
Spice up double bun hairstyles with a diagonal part and low buns. And this style works so much better on oily hair!
32. The Classic Updo Ponytail
For the mornings when you are in a big hurry, go for the classic ponytail. Pull it up to the top of your head to give it a little spice!
33. Updo with Cool Bangs
Have a look at this anime-inspired hairstyle! Just lift the back half of your hair to highlight the bangs!
34. Double Trouble Updo
Create this double knot look by first tying the top half of your hair and then the bottom. Don’t worry, it’s supposed to be messy!
35. Upside Down Updo for Medium Hair
Turn the style upside down and start braiding from the bottom to the top! Finish with a round bun.
36. Low Knot Updo
For when you left home with your hair undone. All you need is a few hairpins and a minute to twist and pin your hair together.
37. Messy Updo for Medium Hair
The same hairstyle as above can get a free-spirited twist with some loose strands poking out and a messy look.
38. Dutch Miniature Braids
For those very hot days: these messy Dutch braids are cute and practical at the same time!
39. Simple Pull Back
Pull your hair back and pin it in place. Let the natural curl do the rest of the work. You will be surprised by the results!
40. Long End Braids
When your hair is on the longer side of medium hair you can have fun with this kind of braid, especially if you have thick hair!
41. Little Crown Updo for Medium Hair
Use two small braids to catch your bangs and the hair on the top of your head in a cute crown like this. Leave the rest of the hair to flow freely!
42. Star Wars Inspired Updo Hair
Remember Rey Skywalker from Star Wars? This is what her hair would look like if she had shorter, curly hair! May the fans be with you!
43. Throwback Updo for Medium Hair
This type of hair-clip was popular in the 90s and you can bring it back, simply because it is practical! Or it might even match your style, who knows?
44. Banana Clips
Use a banana clip to create this cute and professional updo in just a few seconds!
45. Protective Updo for Medium Hair
Use a scarf to pull protective hairstyles up to the top of your head and out of your eyes!
46. Tight Cornrows with Double Bun Updo
Commit one day to have these done and you will have the perfect updo ready every morning for the next few weeks!
47. Creative Braid Updo for Medium Hair
You can even have fun with the patterns, like this one! It might take a while to make but the result is worth it!
48. Blonde Updo Hairstyle with Highlights
Platinum blonde hair works great with curls and some brown highlights. Pull back the top half in this elegant updo!
49. Braided Bridal Updo
You can upgrade your wedding hairstyle through this braided updo with undercut hair.
50. Short Braids with Blowout Bun Updo Hair
Combine tight cornrows with a free fluffy bun in this patterned updo that works great for every occasion!
51. Celebrity Updo for Medium Hair
As usual, the bonus is a hairstyle as famous as the celebrity who wore it. Take a look at this style Taylor Swift sported on the red carpet!
Final Thoughts
Have you found THE hairstyle for you among these updos for medium hair? Let me know which ones are your favorites in the comments section below! I can’t wait to hear your opinions!
Hi there! I’m Kate, great to meet you! I used to be the kid in school who always had the most complicated braids and as young as 14 years old I was the go-to schoolyard hairstylist. Working with hair has always relaxed me and I am always looking for new styles to try. My latest achievement is a great looking undercut and blue-black dye job on one of my friends. Now I’m blending my skill at hairstyling with my passion for writing and doing what I love.
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