This updo hairstyle, see photo left, is a previous winner for this category. The hair has been curled all over and pinned into place.  Long sideswept bangs grace the face for a romantic, softening effect. Pair this style with some sparkly earrings for a fantastic, sophisticated look.   Best Hair Styles This Year Category 5 Updo Hair Styles 5.  Best Updo Hair Styles Winning Updo Taylor Swift Albert L. Ortega/PR Photos Sometimes, a simple updo will do when you are going to a formal event.  Simple updo hair styles are always recommended when you have a very elaborate dress or jewelry. The simple chignon updo is created easily by pulling hair back into a pony tail and twisting the hair until it curls into a small chignon.  Then you pin it into place.  Leaving out wispy bangs in the front area make the style look extra sexy. Winning updo hair style goes to Taylor Swift     Runner up is Eva Longoria.  Glenn Harris/PR Photos  Eva has a little more detailed hair style, as her hair is very curly.  You would need to curl your hair first, before creating this spectacular hair style.     Best bangs Best use of layering Best color and highlights Best medium hair style Best updo hair style Best partial updo hair style Best timeless classic hair style Best wavy hair style Best curly hair style Best straight hair style Best looooong hair style Best men's hair style Continue to Best Hair Styles This Year, Category 6 Best Partial Updo Hair Styles