Recreate these celeb-inspired updos.
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Those of us withlong hairhave a love/hate relationship with it.
Some days, we love showing it off (there’s really nothing like a good hair flip).
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On others, all we want to do is keep it out of our faces and off our necks.
Our go-to hairstyle for the latter moment?
A bun is just easy.
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It keeps hair out of the face in a secure way that aponytaildoesn’t.
It’s also relatively low-maintenance and pretty much goes with everything.
There are so many ways to wear one.
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From structuredballerina bunsto tousledlow bunsto adorablespace buns, we’ve got it all covered for everyhair textureand aesthetic.
Scroll on to get a look at some of the easiest buns for long hair.
For a sleek look, apply a bit of hair gel or cream to your roots beforehand.
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Low Bun With Headband
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A little accessorizing never hurt anybody.
The look is preppy, with a twist.
To achieve a flyaway-free slick-back, use a styling stick to tame hairs into place.
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Topknot with Bangs
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Want to spice up your topknot?
Pair it with some face-framing bangs for an upgraded look.
“UseSachajuan’s Moulding Sprayto piece out the fringe and tousle the bun,” says Gillen.
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High Bun with Accessories
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Dress up a high bun with somehair accessories.
To add a bit of sparkle to your look, pop some rhinestone hairpins throughout your bun.
Want to take the look a step further?
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Sleek Space Buns
We’re really digging the whole'90s hairstylerevival that’s going on right now.
This half-up space buns hairstyle is giving us major throwback feels.
To create it, part your hair down the middle and mist a texture spray throughout your mane.
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Repeat on the other side.
Be sure to style the edges, too, to keep the entire look sleek.
Half-Up Bun
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Can’t commit to a full bun?
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Gillen recommends giving a half-up bun a try.
Part your hair from ear to ear and twist the top section into a bun.
It’s often worn as a protective style or as an overnight set to preserve curls.
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Three-Loop Bun
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What’s better than one bun?
“For a three-loop bun, pull your hair into a high ponytail.
One move, and you’re done!
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If you have naturally curly hair, consider defining your texture with a curl mousse beforehand.
Pineapple Bun
Prefer a little less structure to your look?
Gather your strands into apineapple bun.
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This fun look fits any occasion, be it the office or a red-carpet event.
We particularly love it with some laid edges along the hairline.
To get the look, Gillen says to smush your bun down and spread it out.
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Classic Chignon
This loose,classic chignonstill has plenty of character.
Princess Bun
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Consider yourself a romantic?
Try the center part princess bun.
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“Toss dry before you pull it up to get the fluff.”
Finish by wrapping the tousled twist into a bun and secure with bobby pins,” says Stenson.
Apply a finishing cream to your roots to give it a sleek finish.
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Side Bun
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Practicing your bun skills?
One of the easiest ways to get the hang of things is with a side bun.
This way, you’re able to see what you’re doing in your own style.
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To help guide your strands in one direction, apply texture cream to dry strands.
Half-Up Braided Bun
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Bring on the texture!
Who said you had to put all of your hair up for a stunning bun hairstyle?
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Instead, take notes from Kelly Rowland with this half-up, half-down braided bun hairstyle.
Mist your hair with a shine spray (we likethese ones) to complete the look.
Asymmetrical Braided Bun
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Tai Beauchamp’sbox-braidedtop knot is truly a masterpiece.
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The style is positioned slightly off to one side of her crown, showcasing impressive volume and sunkissed blondehighlights.
Sleek Bun
When summer humidity hits, Gillen suggests a tight and sleek bun.
“For something playful, try the modern double top knot,” says Gillen.
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This is a clever styling option for those who want to disguise oily, second-day roots and flyaways.
Once the hair is dry, apply a dime-size amount of hair gel to your roots for added shine.
Braided Bun
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Want a bun with beautiful texture?
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Look no further than the braided bun.
Then, knot the ends around themself before securing with pins.
Before attempting, ensure you’re stocked on hair gel and strong-hold hairspray.
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The added golf hair cuffs are totally the cherry on top of this cherry ‘do.
“Gather all of your hair and put a ponytail holder on the very ends of your hair.
Starting from the bottom, roll your hair up horizontally into the nape of your neck.
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Then, pin the style into place with bobby pins,” he says.
Fortunately, we know exactly how to re-create Kendall Jenner’s iconic topknot.
We love how Joy Bryant styled hercornrow braidswith a makeshift high buneasy and effortless.
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To mimic the high-shine style, mist your bun with a shine spray.
“Keep this very loose and twist the ponytail into shape, hiding your elastic,” says Gillen.
Use a light and flexible hairspray, which will hold the style while you work.
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Frontward Topknot
Time to test gravity’s limits.
Flip your head over and gather your strands into a topknot close to your forehead.
Of course, this hair bun wouldn’t be complete without a high-shine finish courtesy of a shine spray.
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Relaxed Bun
Leave it to Tinashe to show us how chic a relaxed bun looks.
Low Bun with Bangs
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Heading to a formal event?
Gillen suggests pinning a tight, low bun and dropping out your fringe.
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To up the level of spikiness, define the point with hair gel.
Go the extra mile by braiding your face-framing tendrils, as seen here on Desi Perkins.
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