How to Do the Hairstyle Called a Messy Bun

Adding a headband to your messy bun keeps the hair off your face.

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Whether you're going to the gym or out with your friends, the messy bun is a classic, default hairstyle that combines edgy with chic. The hairstyle referred to as a messy bun sits on the crown of the head and has several, seemingly chaotic pieces of hair sprouting from the hair elastic. Just like a ponytail, your styling technique and product use determines whether your messy bun appears impromptu and casual or trendy but elegant.

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Comb your hair with a wide-toothed comb to remove any tangles or snarls. Even for an intentionally messy bun, detangling is important.

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Flip your head upside-down and gather your hair as though you were making a ponytail. Leave a few small wisps free around your ears and neck nape for a natural look, but hold the rest of your hair at the crown of your skull.

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Flip your head back up and wrap a non-rubber hair elastic around your hair one time and pull the hair through completely, as though you were making a high ponytail.

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Twist the elastic for a second loop, but only pull the hair through half-way before releasing the elastic. Your bun should resemble a tear-drop shape with several pieces of hair sticking out from the bottom beneath the elastic.

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Twist the loose ends beneath the elastic toward the top to increase the messiness of your messy bun.

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Spray a few shots of hairspray over the entire style to prevent loosening additional wisps.

Tips & Warnings

Wear an elastic headband if you're heading to the gym or a decorative headband for a formal event.

For special occasions, curl your hair with an iron before flipping your head over and beginning your messy bun.

Blow dry your hair and finger-comb styling mouse through your tresses before flipping your head over for a stringy-edgy look.

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