How to Create a Chic Messy Bun

The classic hair bun has made a comeback with women everywhere. Today's hair bun is a far cry from the prim and proper librarian look of yesteryear. Instead, chic messy buns are all the rage. Not only are chic messy buns easy to create, they are versatile. You can wear them low in a classic chignon style or high on the head, in the ballerina style.

Things You'll Need

• 2 elastics
• Bristled brush
• Anti-frizz serum
• Hairspray

Instructions

1. Begin with clean, dry hair. Run a brush through it to smooth any tangles and apply an anti-frizz serum or gel.

2. Brush your hair back into a pony tail. For a low bun secure the ponytail at the nape of your neck. For a higher bun secure the ponytail higher on the back of your head.

3. Smooth out any bumps with a bristled brush.

4. Wrap the ponytail around its base and secure with a second elastic on the back of your head. Your hair will look like a cinnamon bun is sticking out of your head. Don't fret, you're not done.

5. Secure the sides of the bun with bobby pins, tucking them into the back of the bun to pull it closer to your head.

6. Pull out some small strands of hair from the bun with your fingers or a fine tooth comb.

7. Spray the bun lightly with hairspray, to help it keep its shape.

Tips & Warnings

• Leave a few strands loose around your forehead and the sides of your face to complete your messy chic look.