# 2 Pastel Textured Loose Braided French Twist
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There are times when even French girls need to let their wild side out. The pastel texture with pink dye allows you to let the free spirit out but still maintain a romantic look about you. The loose braid keeps the pink strands in place.
# 3 All Tuckered Out Clipped French Updo
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If you are going to anything with the tab formal or black tie, then you will need a style that complements the occasion. This tucked in look allows you to clip the hair behind you and let people focus on your elegant evening gown.
# 4 Stewardess French Twist Updo
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This particular hairstyle is very special thanks to some unique and varying dynamics. The look boasts a relaxed, loose style at the front which leads to a clean, pulled together middle poof that looks simply spectacular.
# 5 Messy Banane Woven French Twist
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These French women really know how to cook up a nice woven do. Even with a few minutes to go, you can create this messy, woven look right at the comfort of your home. Just be sure you got enough clips and bobby pins.
# 6 Unique Symmetrical Woven French Twist on Ashy Blonde Highlights
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If you are looking for a guaranteed showstopper, your search ends here. Featuring a gorgeous and distinguished back bun, this style shows off all the white strands for a unique take on the classic, traditional twist.
# 7 50's Custom French Twist with Bouffant
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This here's a style that you probably have not seen in a while. With loose, flowing strands gently framing your face, an effortless poofed bouffant and a few buns and curls hanging high at the back, you are going to fall in love with the 50's.
# 8 Romantic French Twist Updo with Flowers
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If there was ever a style fit for a royal wedding, it would have to be the Romantic French Twist. The simple yet precise finish and the array of flowers makes for one breathtaking image.
# 9 Short Haired Chicago Blonde French Twist
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Just because your short strands cannot form a French swirl does not mean you shouldn't enjoy French twists. Our girl looks spectacular with this tucked twist and contrast between black roots and golden blonde dye.
# 10 Natural Messy French Twist with Curls
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For those of you with ombre hair, this messy French updo is a must. The updo features swervy curls pulled back into a hidden, messy bun that shows off your hair color with style. All while still leaving room for stray locks to frame your face.
# 11 Brown Textured French Twist Updo with Decorations
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Sometimes, a look is not really finished until you have a huge white flower sitting smack dab on top of your head. This textured brown updo looks great from all angles and complements the decoration perfectly.
# 12 Vintage Hive French Twist Uppity
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Anyone feeling that simple, classy vibe? This is the look that says I'm ready for work, but I can still keep it fun and classy. The hive uppity does not even need color to look great.
# 13 Orange Tornado French Twister Updo
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This style grabs your eye from afar for a couple of reasons. First off, her hair is orange. Secondly, the hairstylist did a fantastic job working that twist into a class 5 tornado at the back.
# 14 Ombre French Twist Updo with Balayage Highlights
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There's something about balayage highlights that makes a hairstyle stand out in a crowd. To top off the do, our girl chose to go for multiple twists at the side and back for a nice finish.
# 15 Asymmetrical French Twist Updo
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The asymmetrical French twist shows off those beautiful highlights as well as adding a unique spin on the classic, traditional twist updo. All the locks are pulled together in the back, giving the wearer an extraordinary profile and gaining the look a standout style descriptor.
# 16 Messy Nonchalant Blondie French Twist with Woven Bun
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Another DIY style that you can do right in the comfort of your home, the messy style is always a go to do on short notice. Just weave the hair into a nice bun and tie up the balance at the top for a magical effect.
# 17 Long French Twist with Balayage Highlights
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At first glance, you may be tempted to think that this is just another long and sleek hairstyle. But closer inspection reveals a hidden French Twist Updo nestled somewhere in those long, flowing strands.
# 18 Messy Modern French Twist with Woven Bun
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Whether you are looking to go casual or doll up for a formal event, you need to try this style on for size. Not only can it be worn everywhere, but it is also super easy to make up.
# 19 Messiest French Twist Updo with Blonde Curls
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Here is yet another favorite for short haired girls looking to style up. With very little effort, you can achieve these curly waves and enjoy the relaxed feel that the updo offers.
# 20 Free Flowing French Maid with Blonde Lowlights
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If you have shoulder length hair, it might be time to move over to the flowing side. This lets you keep a few side-swept strands to yourself while packing the rest in a beautiful French Twist updo.
# 21 Dark and Reckless Messy French Twist Updo
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I don't know about you, but even France has some dark haired girls. The texture in darker hairs allows for an easier but messier French Twist and a woven touch at the back.
# 22 Rockettes' Tight French Twist Updo
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Very so often, a style comes around that even celebrities can't help but clamor to get. Today, that look is the Rockettes' tight French Twist Updo that looks fit for a queen. The great news is that you don't need long hair to rock the style.
# 23 Low Hanging Woven and Voluminous Swirl Twist
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Much like the classic woven back bun hairstyle, this swirl twist sits much lower and is more concentrated to the side. The bigger swirl creates a fantastic and formal overall look.
# 24 Bridal French Twist Updo
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This right here is as bridal as it gets. If you are looking to tie the knot, you need a style that follows suit. This swirly and knotted French Twist will do just fine and hold fast even through the honeymoon.
# 25 Magical French Twist
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This chic flick take on the French Twist is a little bit more advanced that the usual style. However, it is worth all the extra effort and will look great on voluminous hairstyles.
# 26 Christina's Stunning French Twist Balayage
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This do takes French twisting to an entirely new and complicated level. If you do not want to end up looking messy or confused, you may want to hire a professional to get the do just right. The mysterious loops and curls really suck you in, don't they?
# 27 Blonde Brazilian French Twist with Hair Chop Sticks
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Another unique look for the updo lovers; this French Twist will literally break a couple of necks in the streets. In addition to nailing the twist like a pro, the chopsticks add a great oriental look that will catch on quick.
# 28 Vanity Side Swept French Twist Updo
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Not all people enjoy going full balayage or foiling the heck out of their strands. A simple and dignified French Twist will do just fine for our girls here. The side sweeping strands of hair conform to the face creating an angelic look.
# 29 Narrow Classic French Braid with Woven Bun
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Sure enough, things don't get more traditional than this. The unique French updo incorporates a messy, woven bun at the end that is narrower in short hair. Again, bobby pins and clips are your friends in this case.
# 30 Voluminous French Twist Updo
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Now, this style does not come easy. The trick behind it is to work on volumizing the hair before you even start working on the woven bun. The more hair you have the better you can achieve this style.
# 31 French Bride Twists for Short Dirty Blonde Hair
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The last thing you want on your wedding day is a formal, stuck up look. This is precisely why most brides go for French Twists for their simple, yet elegant style up. This
dirty blonde do is worth giving a second glance.
# 32 Saturday Casual French Twist
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If your weekend is looking dull and uneventful, it might be because you look feels the same way too. This casually woven French Twist is exactly what you need to get the weekend kickstarted the proper way.
# 33 Polished Auburn French Twist Up-Do
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Few styles can manage the fashion and class that a polished look imbues on a woman's head. Boasting of a slight bump at the top, a sleek and glossy finish as well as a great blonde balayage, this is the epitome of formal hairstyles.
# 34 Accessorized French Twist Updo With Hairpin
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The great thing about a French Twist Updo is that you can achieve some of these styles with little to no assistance. This hairstyle is very simple to do; the inclusion of the hairpin holds things in place all day long.
# 35 Messy French Layered Woven Twist
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Adding a few more layers to the traditional French twist will have the above effect. Even with a messy head to deal with, this style accentuates the colors and is ideal for medium and longer hair lengths.
# 36 Goth Girl Dutch Braided French Twist Updo with Fishtail
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If you are more into metal concerts and dark looks, then the Goth chick look might suit your style best. The style incorporates a wide range of exciting elements that come together into one gorgeous Bohofaux.
# 37 Messy Short Haired French Twist Updo
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It's messy, it's wispy, it's clever and it's perfect for short, kempt hair. This is also one of the quicker and easier to achieve styles that require loose, flowing strands at the front and a twist at the back.
# 38 Short Haired French Twist
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Our girl here looks simply spectacular in her first French Twist style. While some may consider her hair long, this style is meant for short and coarse hair. The French twist exudes ease and tucks away even those stubborn, free flowing locks.
# 39 Natural French Twist with Side to Side Woven Bun
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No matter what direction or angle you approach your head from, you can never go wrong with a French twist. Our lovely naturalist opted to keep things as natural as possible with a unique side to side woven bun.
# 40 Sock French Twist with Wet Hair Effect
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If your hair is naturally curly, you will thoroughly enjoy this style. We've all heard of the sock bun, but add a French Twist to the style and you get a unique, wet hair effect.
# 41 The Olsen Twins Messy Nonchalant French Twist Updo
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You know what they say; if it's good enough for the Olsen's, it's good enough for us too. This hairstyle maintains the element of messy hair that the twins are known for while still remaining cute at the back.
# 42 Messy Peek a Boo French Twist
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This is another easy take on the twist updo that is quickly catching on. The style leaves a piece up at the top which is otherwise commonly hidden within the twist.
# 43 Oldie Goldie Messy Beehive French Twist
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As they say, old is gold. But I don't think they meant you take it literally like our golden blonde diva over here. However, her take on the classic messy beehive look is simply spectacular when paired with a French Twist.
# 44 Light Polished Waves with a French Twist
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Another classic twist on the polished French Twist, this style has seen plenty of action for shoulder length haired girls. Just be sure to leave out a few loose curls at the front for a crisp, wavy effect.
# 45 Casual Orlando French Twist Updo
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For all you beginners out there who are fond of letting their hair flow all natural and free, there's hope for you yet. This casual French twist is a great way to get started on your French journey.
With all these hairstyles in your arsenal, you are now a certified French Twist Updo expert. If you are still confused about which chic updo style to wear, why not try a whole bunch of them and see which one fits your style best.
