10 Updos to Try This Summer

Celeb-inspired hairstyles that beat the heat.

Keke Palmer - The dog days of summer are upon us. Luckily, some of our favorite style stars inspire us to get that hair off our shoulders. By: Britt Middleton  Actress Keke Palmer's cranks up the cuteness by adding sweet bangs to her braided updo.   (Photo: Charley Gallay/Getty Images for NAACP Image Awards)

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Keke Palmer - The dog days of summer are upon us. Luckily, some of our favorite style stars inspire us to get that hair off our shoulders. By: Britt Middleton Actress Keke Palmer's cranks up the cuteness by adding sweet bangs to her braided updo. (Photo: Charley Gallay/Getty Images for NAACP Image Awards)

Hannah Simone - For a look that's perfect for Sunday brunch or a romantic evening on the town, add a side swept bang and face-framing fringe like New Girl star Hannah Simone. (Photo: Paul A. Hebert/Getty Images)

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Hannah Simone - For a look that's perfect for Sunday brunch or a romantic evening on the town, add a side swept bang and face-framing fringe like New Girl star Hannah Simone. (Photo: Paul A. Hebert/Getty Images)

Nicole Richie - If you're planning a day out on the water like Nicole Richie, a slick topknot is foolproof. (Photo: Nicole Richie via Instagram)

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Nicole Richie - If you're planning a day out on the water like Nicole Richie, a slick topknot is foolproof. (Photo: Nicole Richie via Instagram)

Kelly Rowland - Soften your high bun like X Factor judge Kelly Rowland by pulling out face-framing tendrils. (Photo: Kelly Rowland via Instagram)

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Kelly Rowland - Soften your high bun like X Factor judge Kelly Rowland by pulling out face-framing tendrils. (Photo: Kelly Rowland via Instagram)

Rita Ora - Feeling knotty? Singer Rita Ora's mini top knots are fun, funky and perfect for wearing at a summer music festival. (Photo: Rita Ora via Instagram)

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Rita Ora - Feeling knotty? Singer Rita Ora's mini top knots are fun, funky and perfect for wearing at a summer music festival. (Photo: Rita Ora via Instagram)

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La La Anthony - La La Anthony shows us another casual style that's perfect for the beach. Add a cute hair scarf like hers and designer sunnies for an extra dose of glamour.   (Photo: Lala Anthony via Instagram)

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La La Anthony - La La Anthony shows us another casual style that's perfect for the beach. Add a cute hair scarf like hers and designer sunnies for an extra dose of glamour. (Photo: Lala Anthony via Instagram)

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Tika Sumpter - A summer dinner party is the perfect venue to rock a refined, retro-inspired bun like actress Tika Sumpter's.  (Photo: Tika Sumpter via Instagram)

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Tika Sumpter - A summer dinner party is the perfect venue to rock a refined, retro-inspired bun like actress Tika Sumpter's. (Photo: Tika Sumpter via Instagram)

Solange Knowles - We love how Solange Knowles keeps us inspired with her ever-changing looks. If you're rocking long braids like hers, twist them into a gorgeous bun and secure with a hair elastic or hair pins. (Photo: Nodomo / Splash News)

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Solange Knowles - We love how Solange Knowles keeps us inspired with her ever-changing looks. If you're rocking long braids like hers, twist them into a gorgeous bun and secure with a hair elastic or hair pins. (Photo: Nodomo / Splash News)

Thandie Newton - Thandie Newton gives us a modern take on the pompadour. Copy the actress' look by smoothing curls back and then up and securing with hairpins. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Thandie Newton - Thandie Newton gives us a modern take on the pompadour. Copy the actress' look by smoothing curls back and then up and securing with hairpins. (Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

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Kerry Washington  - Scandal star Kerry Washington proves that simple isn't boring. A classic chignon pairs beautifully with a bold-hued frock like Kerry's or casual jeans and a T-shirt for a day of errands around town. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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Kerry Washington - Scandal star Kerry Washington proves that simple isn't boring. A classic chignon pairs beautifully with a bold-hued frock like Kerry's or casual jeans and a T-shirt for a day of errands around town. (Photo: Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

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