Woman with an elegant upswept hairstyle.

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Updos and ceremonies · Douala and Yaoundé

Ceremony updo

An elegant updo, matched to your outfit and done at home before the ceremony.

An elegant updo for a wedding, a traditional engagement or an evening event, matched to your outfit.

From FCFA 10,000

Duration: 1 h 30 to 3 h

  • Weddings
  • Traditional engagement ceremonies (dot)
  • Christenings
  • Gala evenings
  • End-of-year celebrations
  • Ramadan and Tabaski
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About this hairstyle

Wedding, traditional engagement, christening or gala night: a ceremony updo is the finishing touch to your outfit. High and sculpted or low and romantic, with or without added hair, it's designed around your dress, kaba or bazin outfit, and leaves room for a headwrap if you're wearing one.

Book on KOUTIVA by choosing your date, time and neighbourhood in Douala or Yaoundé, ideally a few hours before the event. The team calls to confirm the exact price based on the style and your hair length, then a vetted hairdresser from our network comes to you while you get ready.

Styling tips

  • A high, sculpted updo balances a voluminous embroidered bazin boubou.
  • A low bun leaves room for a headwrap or gele at an engagement ceremony.
  • With a fitted wax-print dress, a bun with a few loose tendrils softens the face.
  • Pick gold or silver accessories that echo the embroidery on your outfit.

How long it lasts

An updo is designed for the day or evening of the event; with a satin scarf it can last until the next morning.

To prepare before the hairdresser arrives

  • Hair washed, detangled and dried the day before
  • Your extensions or hairpiece if you're supplying them
  • A photo of your outfit and the updo you want
  • Your accessories (pins, hair jewellery, headwrap) within reach
  • A chair near a power outlet and a mirror

Care

  • Avoid touching or adjusting the updo during the event
  • Keep a few spare pins in your bag for touch-ups
  • At night, gently remove pins and clips before bed
  • Protect your hair with a satin scarf overnight

Frequently asked questions

How long does the appointment take?

Allow roughly 1½ to 3 hours, depending on the style and your hair length.

Do I need to provide extensions?

It's up to you: bring your own, or ask KOUTIVA to supply it for an extra charge shown on the page. Just let us know your choice when you book.

Can the price change?

The price shown is a starting price. The KOUTIVA team calls you to confirm the exact amount based on the style you choose and your hair length, and the travel fee depends on your neighbourhood.

What time should I book on the day?

Plan for the hairdresser to arrive at least 3 to 4 hours before you need to leave, so you have time to dress and do any touch-ups without rushing.

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