70 HALF UP HALF DOWN HAIRSTYLES FOR EVERY OCCASION

Half Up Half Down hairstyles are great for every occasion, from casual like the office, to formal like weddings and proms. One of the biggest benefits of half up hairstyles (on natural curly hair) is that they are so quick to create and in most cases don't require a visit to the salon. They are super easy to style, and look great on any face shape, hair length and texture. Get inspired by these Half up, half down hairstyles from salons around the world and see which look suits you best.

Our half up hairstyles include straight and wavy/curly.

Straight Half Up Hairstyles

A straight half up hairstyle involves half of the hair (usually the top or sides) being pulled, tied, or pinned back, with the rest of the hair left out to hang down below the shoulders. Some other variations involve teasing the top for extra height or leaving side wisps to hang down. Bangs can be swept over or across or just tied back completely. This type of hairstyle can be worn everyday or ant formal events. Styling time varies depending on how much work is done to the hair and can take as little as 10 minutes for simple pinned looks, or up to 45 minutes for more intricate styles. They are generally quick and easy to put together and don’t usually require a visit to the hairstylist.

Wavy/Curly Half Up Hairstyles

A wavy or curly half up hairstyle is generally curled, pinned, tied, teased, gelled, waxed, brushed out, and lacquered into place. These looks are great for keeping the hair out of the eyes and off the face, and they also hold their shape really well and prevent moisture sending them flat and lifeless.

So check out our half up hairstyles below and see if they suit you!


Top 15 halfup hairstyles - Visual Hairstyle Story
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Long Slick And Smooth

Long Slick And Smooth

This half-up, half-down hairstyle is a classic look that can be worn by everyone. The long straight hair adds thickness and interest to this look,... read more.


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Curly    Honey Blonde with Side Swept Bangs

Curly Honey Blonde with Side Swept Bangs

This divine look has plenty of height and movement thanks to medium to long layers cut around the sides and back. The roots have been... read more.


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Glamorous  Chocolate Brunette Hairstyle

Glamorous Chocolate Brunette Hairstyle

This glamorous Half Up Half Down hairstyle has height through the top and softness through the ends to create contrast and elegance. This stunning hairstyle... read more.


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Soft  Waves

Soft Waves

Soft waves added to the mid-lengths to ends of this Half Up Half Down hairstyle create movement to the body of the style while the... read more.


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Formal  With Defined Curls

Formal With Defined Curls

This is a gorgeous Half Up Half Down hairstyle which is perfect for any special occasion. The hair is dressed into beautifully defined curls and... read more.


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Curly   Light Chestnut Blonde

Curly Light Chestnut Blonde

Defined large barrel curls makes this hairstyle stand out in any crowd. The top is teased for height and control, while the back is smoothed... read more.






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Neat And Tidy

Neat And Tidy

This hairstyle is all about the curls and the hair color. A neat, tidy, and very tailored looking half up half down hairstyle that does... read more.


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 Two-Tone Curls

Two-Tone Curls

This is a gorgeous hairstyle that's sure to make you look your best. This two-tone half-up half-down hairstyle features two different shades of hair on... read more.


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 Pulled To One Side

Pulled To One Side

Our model looks dashing with this long-haired upstyle that is simple yet elegant. It is a simple pulled to one side half up half down... read more.


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Side-Swept  With Top Knot

Side-Swept With Top Knot

Our model is pulling out all the stops with this hairstyle, from the hair color, curls, to the diamonds on her face. We love every... read more.


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Curly    Honey Blonde

Curly Honey Blonde

A half up curled style that is perfect for keeping hair off the face and out of the eyes. The crown has been teased and... read more.


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 High Pinned Curly Hairstyle

High Pinned Curly Hairstyle

This is a great looking half up half down hairstyle for long hair types. There is a lot going on with this style. It might... read more.






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Curly   Light Copper Red with Blunt Cut Bangs

Curly Light Copper Red with Blunt Cut Bangs

A soft and sultry looking half up style with eye wispy bangs that draw attention to the eyes. This style due to the width created,... read more.


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Curly   Mocha

Curly Mocha

The soft curls and shape of this hairstyle definitely make it eye-catching. Bouncy curls are dressed to one side to create an asymmetrical shape, and... read more.


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 With Side-Swept Bangs

With Side-Swept Bangs

This half up half down hairstyle's gorgeous asymmetrical shape makes it a winner. The groovy waves add spice, and the sexy side-swept bangs frame the... read more.


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Sassy  With Flicked Out Ends

Sassy With Flicked Out Ends

Our model is rocking this half-up, half-down hairstyle that is styled like a mullet at the back. This means it is time for business in... read more.


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 With Body And Bounce

With Body And Bounce

This hairstyle is on fire, and we love everything about it! From the curls to the deep red hair color, this is an overall look... read more.


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Gorgeous  Pinned To One Side

Gorgeous Pinned To One Side

Our model is showing off a stunning two-toned hairstyle that is casual yet hits all the right notes. This gorgeous Half Up Half Down hairdo... read more.






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Face Framing  With Backcombed Crown

Face Framing With Backcombed Crown

This is an elegant Half Up Half Down hairstyle with long layers cut through the edges to enhance its waves. The crown has been backcombed... read more.


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Curly   Dark Mahogany Red

Curly Dark Mahogany Red

This style is dazzling and exciting to wear thanks to its full bodied nature, and is especially well suited to those with naturally curly hair... read more.


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Curly   Light Honey Blonde

Curly Light Honey Blonde

This is an elegant half up style with plenty of curls to give it height and movement. This easy- to-achieve style is perfect for a... read more.


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Curly    Ash Brunette

Curly Ash Brunette

This hip and sassy updo is perfect for a Saturday night out. It is easy to achieve, and with the right products, will last all... read more.


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Curly   Dark Brunette

Curly Dark Brunette

This elegant style has both volume and shape to make it enticing. Most of the sections through the top have been pinned up in tight... read more.


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Curly   Dark Brunette

Curly Dark Brunette

This style is striking to the eye thanks to the contrast that has been created by the smooth blunt bangs and the cheeky curls through... read more.






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 Golden Blonde Hairstyle

Golden Blonde Hairstyle

This is an elegant Half Up Half Down hairstyle that suits any occasion. Our model is bringing back a classic hairstyle with a bit of... read more.


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Soft And Tousled

Soft And Tousled

This is a soft tousled half up half down hairstyle which is easy to re-create on naturally wavy hair. The back has been cut to... read more.


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Elegant  Curly Hairstyle

Elegant Curly Hairstyle

This is an elegant half up half-down hairstyle for people with naturally curly hair who are looking for a more sophisticated style but have little... read more.