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.
![Messy bun hair inspo [source: @asypnovard insta]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun17_aspynovard.jpg)
![Gorgeous low bun [source @kirstyfleming insta]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun15-kirstyfleming.jpg)
![hair inspiration...love the planned messy look [source: @hairandmakeupbysteph insta]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun19_hairandmakeupbysteph.jpg)
![Braid into a high bun<3 [source: theyallhateus tumblr]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun20_theyallhateus.jpg)
![Messy bun hair inspo. Love it! <3 [photo ©yveshuytruong]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun21_copyright-yveshuytruong.jpg)
![Messy buns hair inspiration [source: @tessaljay insta]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun22_tessaljay.jpg)
![Hair <3 bun inspo [source @kirstyfleming insta]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun24_kirstyfleming.jpg)
![Gorgeous messy bun [source @hairandmakeupbysteph insta]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun25_hairandmakeupbysteph.jpg)
![Messy buns #messyhairdontcare [source: theyallhateus tumblr]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun26_theyallhateus.jpg)
![Beautiful bun/updo [photo source: @hairandmakeupbysteph insta]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun27_hairandmakeupbysteph.jpg)
![Beautiful low bun hairstyle [photo: ©seancunningham]](https://sandsunandmessybuns.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MessyBun28_copyright-seancunningham.jpg)
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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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Here are a few of our favorite hair products to help master the messy bun:
- Frederic Fekkai Full Blown Volume Styling Whip: Use this mousse if you're creating a bun on clean hair because it will help hair hold the shape better.
- Batiste Dry Shampoo – Tropical Scent: Use this if you're creating a bun on 2nd day hair to help rid roots of the oily/greasy look.
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. If you want to stay in touch, be sure to follow on Bloglovin’ or sign up for our newsletter. Have a great week!
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Beautiful post. Thanks for sharing!
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xo!
A messy bun is my absolute go to hair style. I end up wearing one almost every other day but it’s nice to shake it up a little bit!
La Belle Sirene
I do, too, but I like that there are so many different options to change it up — even if it’s just a little. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
i adore this post! i have my hair pulled back 90 percent of them time.
Makes sense! I guess it’s a pretty go-to look for photographers so your hair won’t fall in front of the lens or get in the way. 🙂
Absolutely loving this inspo, because messy buns are so cute! Gives that relaxed, carefree “I woke up like this” VIBE! xx Adaleta Avdic
Yes! That’s basically the vibe I live by. 🙂
One day I will master the messy bun. Loving the Inspo!
It’s easy to master! Just make it look messy and tell people you did it intentionally. hehe 😉
My hair is almost to my belly button and a going back and forth over whether to chop it off or not. I love these looks! I’m inspired to keep it now and try some of these out.
Oh wow, that’s so long! I’d have a hard time chopping mine, too, if I ever grew it out that long. 🙂
Thanks for the tips! I can never get my messy bun just right! I will have to try these!
xo Ashley
Thanks for stopping by, Ashley! That’s part of the fun of the messy bun…it doesn’t have to look perfect. 😉
Love a good messy bun! Always a good go to.
– Cait | http://www.prettyandfun.com
Same! It’s definitely the standard hairstyle around our house. 🙂
Great pics!
Major messy bun envy! My hair ends up in one most days, but never look quite as chic as these! A girl can dream though, right?
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Yes! If we ever get the perfect messy bun, we’ll be sure to take lots of pics and create a tutorial. lol
A post dedicated to messy buns…amazing!
Hehe…how about a blog dedicated to messy buns? lol (What can I say? We’re casual girls and we’re livin’ that messy bun lifestyle!)
Those photos are amazing! I love them, and I love doing a messy bun with my second day hair 🙂 Dry shampoo is life!
xx nicole
http://www.nicoleparise.com
Yes, dry shampoo is the best. The messy bun is the perfect go-to look.
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!
Your hair must be really long! When we have ours longer we still do a messy bun, it just turns into more of a topknot… all piled on top of the head. 🙂
I love messy buns! They are my go-to most days!
Same 🙂
Great tips. I have curly hair so my hair is always up and its always messy.
We both have straight hair. 🙂 Curly hair looks even cuter in a messy bun sometimes!
Great tips Erin!! I have been all about stepping up my hair game lately!
Rachel | http://www.theconfusedmillennial.com
I’m the opposite rn. I’m in the middle of a move, so all I care about is that my hair is clean so I can spend my free time packing!
I think I’ve worn my hair in a messy bun every day this week…it’s my go to for busy mornings!
Same here. In fact, I think I’ve worn it in a messy bun every day the entire month so far!
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
http://www.xoxochristina.com
Thanks for stopping by, Christina. 🙂 Have an awesome week!
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!
I like the knots, too. Your hair looks really thick in your avatar picture, so you could probably do a knot! (Mine’s too short)
TOTAL inspiration…. I love messy buns
Thanks, Melissa! I loved your latest glitter shadow. <3
I LOVE messy bun hair–thankfully working from home I can do it –I like the tip about adding a few bobby pins-I like to use the ones that have gems or sparkle on them it’s a great addition to the bun
I do the same. Any excuse for a cute hair accessory, right? 🙂