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A New Dose of Messy Bun Hair Inspiration

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Since we almost always end up with our hair in a messy bun at some point during the day, we thought we'd share a few new favorite hairstyles found around the web to inspire your next updo. Whether you're going for a neat low bun or an effortlessly casual top knot, we've covered all the bases.

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Steps to Create a Basic Messy Bun

  • Gather your hair and twist it into a donut shape, then secure a hair band around the outer edge.
  • Begin pulling random pieces loose from the band until you’ve reached the desired level of messiness.
  • Use a bobby pin to secure some or all of the loose ends. Your bun will look neater if you secure the ends and it will also cause the wisps to “poof” out further when you pin them. Leave wisps unpinned if you prefer a messier look.

TIP: We suggest only pulling a few pieces loose for a wispier look when you’re headed to work, and save the messier styles for the weekend. Pretty much anything goes for school!

TIP: If you're working with shorter hair, you'll need to plan a lower bun — towards the nape of your neck. The higher the bun, the more loose wispy pieces you'll have to pin up. If your hair is long, you can plan your bun anywhere from the top of your head on down!

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Messy Buns Hair Products

Here are a few of our favorite hair products to help master the messy bun:

For more inspiration, you can follow our hair board on Pinterest and we also share hair ideas on Instagram. Check out our favorite messy bun tutorial that we’ve created here: Summer Hair: Messy Bun and Braid Tutorial. Have a great week!XOXO Erin & Daisy

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Messy bun hair inspiration. For those days when you're feeling lazy and want a simple style!

Messy bun hair inspiration. For those days when you're feeling lazy and want a simple style!

Messy bun hair inspiration. For those days when you're feeling lazy and want a simple style!

About ERIN

Erin Clarkson is an award-winning photographer, Savannah-based blogger, and author of the Savannah First-Timer's Guide. She spends her days exploring the Lowcountry and writing about its unique beauty. A true Southerner, she'll stop to chat with anyone, and that gift of gab has led to many off-the-beaten-path discoveries. Learn more and connect on Pinterest.

Comments

  1. lorrin sell | photographer of wild things says

    i adore this post! i have my hair pulled back 90 percent of them time.

  3. Ashley Carrington says

    Love a great messy bun! I loved doing messy buns when I had shorter hair, now that it’s longer it’s more of a challenge, but I’m loving all of this inspiration!

  6. Jessica Sheppard says

    I think I’ve worn my hair in a messy bun every day this week…it’s my go to for busy mornings!

  7. Christina says

    I end up in a messy bun 90% of the time… quick and easy. It also is super cute! Thanks for sharing these!
    xo. Christina

  8. Savannah (@HowHesRaised) says

    Oh wow, I had no idea there were standards and styles when it came to the messy bun!! I really love the ones that look like they’re tied in a knot-they just appeal to me for some reason. However, I typically rock the mom bun ha. Thanks for sharing!