Jessica Alba crafts a look that goes to work and out for drinks afterward. Waves swept directly back and pulled up at the center of the head are simple enough for the office yet breezy enough for the patio bar.
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Jessica Biel: Sexy Librarian
Capture the classic sexy librarian look like Jessica Biel. Backcomb the crown just a touch, pull hair back into a twist, and let long bangs drape wantonly.
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Eva Mendes: Bardot Redux
Eva Mendes is the master of Bardot redux. It's the utter messiness of this updo that gives it a casual sexiness. Backcomb hair all over at the roots with extra lift at the crown. Pull hair back and fasten into a twist. Brush the top layer minimally to style.
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Nicole Richie: Boho Braids
Nicole Richie has single-handedly brought boho braids back. Paired with a casual updo and lots of free flowing tendrils, boho braids are an ideally romantic summer look.
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Rosario Dawson: Flirty Side Sweep
When you want to add a flirty kick to your updo, take a cue from Rosario Dawson and sweep wavy locks to the side, letting one graceful coil frame your face.
Summer is here, and it's time to take your pretty spring look and translate it into something a bit more sultry. Summer is the perfect time to rock a sexy casual updo. It feels great to get hair up off the neck, and a casual updo says "confident" more than any other. Here are several celebrity-inspired looks to try.
