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I love the ballerina bun. It’s my BFF on a bad hair day, and
depending on whether it’s neat or messy (and the size and height), it can
really make a statement. There are different options for creating the bun, from wrapping your hair around itself to using a sock. Find the best way that works for you, depending on the length and thickness of your hair. I prefer the foam donuts which come in different sizes and colors and are extremely versatile and easy to use. Different bun makers can be picked up very cheaply at H&M, Forever 21, eBay, or even drugstores.
My tips for the perfect bun:
- 1. Brush hair out to create volume. My hair is thin and curly so this is a must for me.
- 2. Brush hair back into a high pony tail. I often spray a little hair spray around my hair before brushing it back, or use a little water to smooth it down. Secure with an ouchless elastic to prevent tangles!
- 3. Use a bun maker if you have to – make sure to match the color of your bun. My hair is ombre, so my donut is a different color than the rest of my hair!
- 4. If the bun doesn’t feel secure enough, use a few bobby pins to make it stay. Again, match your hair.
- 5. When I’m done, I brush back flyaways with a John Freida flyaway touch up tamer. I love the flyaway tamer and use it all the time. Check it out here.
- 6. Spritz a little hairspray, and voila!
Here are some more great tips for getting the perfect bun
(from Pinterest):
There are lots of different looks one can achieve with the
ballerina bun. Here are some examples of different bun styles:
The Classic:
The Braided Bun:
The Wraparound:
And the Messy Bun:
You can also dress up your bun with accessories! Here are some of my favorite looks from Pinterest for
accessorizing your bun.
How do you rock your bun? Big and high? Low and messy? Try some different styles!
xoxo,
Asia
