Consider your summer hair problems solved.
The very second the weather picks back up each summer, I accept the fact that I'll be wearing a bun hairstyle for the foreseeable future. That said, the thought of wrapping my hair into a boring, blah bun every damn day is pretty bleak. So in an effort to, idk, look good while sweating my ass off, I combed through Instagram to find the coolest (and easiest!) bun hairstyle ideas of all time. Ahead, 20 so-pretty hairstyles I plan on wearing constantly.
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Add a lil' something extra to your sleek, low-bun hairstyle by weaving (or braiding!) a silk scarf through the base. Make sure you smooth a styling cream throughout the finished style to slick down any flyaways.
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This multi-braided bun is perfect for days when you want those braids out of your face. Just twist your braids into a knot at the crown of your head and secure them with an elastic.
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This wispy, loose-bun hairstyle is the ideal summer vibe. The more texture and grit in your hair the better, so douse your roots with a dry volumizing spray before you get started.
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Want to take your bun to the next level without putting in a major effort? Look towards this braided-bun hairstyle, which has the perfect amount of edge.
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Two baby pigtail buns at the nape of your neck make for the easiest (and cutest!) summer hairstyle. Feel free to leave a few pieces hanging out in the front for a softer finish.
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This twisted-bun hairstyle looks crazy complicated, but it's actually totally doable. No braiding is required in this look—you'll twist your hair into a sleek bun at the bottom of your neck, and let it softly fall where it may.
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This '90s-inspired bun is about to become your go-to weekend hairstyle. Two loose, face-framing pieces really define this look (note: it's easiest to section them off before you secure your bun), so don't be afraid to break out your flat iron to get them sleek.
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What's better than a classic bun on the top of your head? Legit nothing. To keep your curls hydrated and shiny, brush a leave-in conditioner through your hair before you tie it off into a bun.
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Sick of your usual basic-ass bun? Switch things up with this crazy-cool double-bun hairstyle, and swap your rubber bands for a couple gold hair pins.
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The whole point of a messy bun is that it's quick and easy, but if you want it to look purposely messy, not garbage-fire messy, mist your hair with dry shampoo or texturizing spray before throwing it in a loose bun.
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Can't decide if you want to go the ponytail or bun route? Been there. Try this bun and ponytail hybrid for a look that's both subtle and pretty, then tie a ribbon around the whole thing to amp up the ~elegance~.
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Sure, you wear a sleek, low bun most days of the week, but how often do you decorate it before running out the door? Finish off your bun with a wrapping of ribbon, gold wire, or even a scrunchie to mix things up.
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A couple of loose, face-framing pieces makes this bun hairstyle look so effortless. The best part? There's no need to set this look with hairspray—play around with it throughout the day to keep it messy and soft.
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This high-bun hairstyle gives off the illusion of cute, eye-skimming bangs, proving you can switch up your entire look in two minutes flat.
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A blunt middle part makes this simple bun hairstyle look so damn polished. Seal the look with a layer of shiny hairspray for a super-smooth vibe.
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Looking for a quick and easy hairstyle you can also wear out? This sleek high bun is the perfect solution.
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Yup, your bun hairstyle can look crazy unique if you want it to. Recreate this style by wrapping a three-strand braid around itself on the top of your head. Perch it just off to the side to give it a fascinator feel.
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This bun hairstyle looks ridiculously polished, so feel free to wear it on repeat at the office. Sleek and smooth is key here, so comb a dollop of smoothing cream through your hair, from roots to tips, before brushing your hair into a topknot.
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This bangs-and bun-combo is so pretty, I wouldn't be surprised if you called your hairstylist RN and booked that haircut you've been debating for a full year.
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Remember that half-up hairstyle you wore for the better part of 2018? Consider this accessorized bun your new go-to (and how pretty would these jeweled clips look with it?).
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