The half up bun has been conquering streets and red carpets for several years. No wonder why! It’s super easy to do, youthful and flattering for everybody. By pulling back the top part of your hair, you are drawing attention to facial features and getting a DIY face-lift!
You can never go wrong with a classic half bun, that is becoming a staple hairstyle now. It can dress down a more formal outfit and make a casual, minimalistic dress seem fashion forward. Every now and then, though, it’s nice to find new ways to change a regular ‘do. Here are 20 ways to add different touches to your bun updos.
Create a center part and French braid two symmetrical plaits on either side. Have them lead into a higher topknot that’s not too perfect, keeping the appearance more casual. Wear remaining hair straight for a texture contrast.
@missysueblog
Create lots of intrigue with multiple fishtail plaits! To achieve this hairdo pull half your hair back, braid into a fishtail and wrap it around into a bun. Then, make two more fishtails underneath. Voila!
@braidsbyjordan
If a messy undone bun isn’t your style, a voluminous bun is an example of how to make the look more put together and refined. Pro tip— updos with height will work in favor of girls with smaller foreheads.
@sunkissedandmadeup
Such hairstyle with a side braid is super-flattering for ladies with long hair; it’s also a great trick to tuck away shorter layers or grown out bangs. Wear hair in big loose waves for a lovely touch.
@braids_in_action
Opt for twists to upgrade your bun. Use only the sections that frame your face. Simply twist each side loosely and you get a goddess hairstyle (that also can be worn with bedhead hair)!
@twistmepretty
Sugar and spice, the center Dutch remix is edgy but sweet when worn with medium or long hair down. With only 5 minutes of styling time, it’ll seem like you put a lot more thought into your OOTD.
@hairspirationbykylee
A signature hairstyle is the messy bun. Seen countless times on the Olsen twins and other trendy ladies, it can do no wrong. Adjust looseness levels depending on your personal preference.
@erinelizabethh
Add texture to your half up by using a curling wand to achieve tousled waves. Whether you prefer a bun that’s high or low, creating a big, voluminous half updo suits disheveled hair and brings heaps of drama!
@sunkissedandmadeup
Waterfall plaits seem like they require lots of time and technical skill, but they resort to the same method as a typical French braid. Use a flat iron if you don’t have naturally straight hair so you can really show off the lacy braid with a loopy knot.
@n.starck
The effortless nature of a knot makes it a perfect match to beach waves. Whatever your hair texture, embrace it! Let front strands frame the face, pulling back the crown section. Optional — braid hair before wrapping it into a flower bun.
@jamiedanahairstylist
Spike up the badass meter of your hairstyle throwing in some cornrows into the mix! They’ve been quite popular, especially recently and can work for shoulder or medium length hair.
@game_of_braids
Starting a bit behind your forehead, loosely braid hair on the sides so that the braids rest on unbraided hair. Bring the ends of the braids together and shape a messy bun. This hairstyle can be worn for any occasion, whether you’re just enjoying a patio lunch with your girls, or attending an outdoor wedding.
@christinagunnell
Here’s an original ‘do you don’t see every day. The trick to achieving huge braids is fanning them out, pulling at the braids gently once they are plaited and secured. Finish off by pulling remaining hair into a half pony bun.
@taylor_lamb_hair
Unlike other hairstyles of this type that usually have details on the sides or in front of the bun, this one features details underneath. It’s a fabulous way to mix things up! Don’t worry if the plait isn’t perfect, but make sure it’s tight.
@hairbyjaxx
Such hairdos look amazing on lob-length hair! If your hair isn’t long enough to make into a bun, take this girl’s cue to use bobby pins to secure pieces down.
@jamiedanahairstylist
Everybody knows the controversial topknot girls do when they just need to get hair off their backs. Take a note from this gorgeous gal and choose the loopy half topknot instead — it is way more stylish while still lifting hair up and away from your face.
@sadiejcre8s
Take your bun up a notch by trying out a flower version. Not only is it more unique, but it also gets bonus points for extra styling time! Make it even more fabulous with a fishtail under the flower.
@taylor_lamb_hair
An excellent idea for working women with precious morning time, the neat topknot rendition is sleeker and more appropriate for professional environments. Set with hairspray for optimal lasting power.
@sarahpotempa
Girls with naturally curly hair, here’s your bun! Pull back the front part of your hair in Ghana braids. Juxtapose the sharpness of tight plaits with vivacious curls stacked up top.
@katahlia_blue
You’re not excluded from the half bun crew if you have bob-length hair! Shorter hair can work great with a partial updo, especially with a Dutch braid leading up to your topknot.
@hairbyelena
A bun is an ideal hairstyle to rely on this season (and forever) because of how many benefits it has! With minimal styling time and a fun and youthful appearance, it works on all hair textures while keeping you on trend.
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