Dress up a messy low knot with a couple of braids. Bonus: You don't need Rapunzel-length hair to rock it.

See the tutorial: tessarayanne.blogspot.com

A peekaboo French braid elevates this messy bun.

See the tutorial: makeupwearables.com

Braids on braids on braids on braids. This updo is a work of art (an M.C. Escher painting of hairstyles, to be exact).

See the tutorial: kyssmyhair.com

Not a braid wiz? Chances are you know how to tie a knot -- and that's the only skill you need to pull off this sophisticated updo.

See the tutorial: blog.lulus.com

True, there's a lot going on in this updo (fishtail braids and dutch braids), but the stunning final result is well worth the time you'll spend glued to YouTube learning how to master it.

See the tutorial: missysue.com