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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Square
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Curly • Thick
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veil • Fingertip veil • Pearl pins • Crystal combs • Fresh florals
The bun wedding updo gives brides that timeless, elegant confidence they've always dreamed of—it's sophisticated without trying too hard, and it photographs beautifully from every angle. There's something deeply romantic about having your hair swept up and secured, creating a polished canvas that lets your dress, jewelry, and natural beauty take center stage.
Beyond the gorgeous aesthetic, this style is incredibly practical for a long wedding day. It stays put through tears, hugs, dancing, and even unpredictable weather, so you never have to worry about touchups. Plus, it works seamlessly with any veil style and gives you a graceful neckline that shows off your gown's back details.
Delicate pearl hairpins scattered throughout the bun
Vintage-inspired crystal hair comb at the base
Art deco beaded headband across the crown
Gold or silver leaf-shaped bobby pins
Ornate jeweled barrette as a statement piece
Small white or blush roses tucked into the bun
Sprigs of baby's breath or eucalyptus for a romantic touch
Cathedral or chapel veil positioned beneath the bun
Fingertip or elbow-length veil secured above for volume
Wash hair the day before—slightly textured hair holds pins better than freshly washed.
Use strong-hold hairspray and bobby pins in your exact hair color for invisible security.
Tease the crown before styling to create lasting volume that won't fall flat.
Pack a mini emergency kit with extra pins, hairspray, and a comb for quick touchups.
Prep hair with volumizing mousse on damp hair, then blow-dry smooth using a round brush for body and shine.
Tease the crown section gently and smooth the top layer, then gather hair into a low or mid-height ponytail.
Twist the ponytail loosely and wrap it around the base in a circular motion, creating your desired bun shape.
Secure the bun with U-shaped pins inserted vertically through the twist, anchoring firmly to the head.
Gently pull and loosen sections of the bun for romantic texture, then set with flexible-hold hairspray and add accessories.
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Absolutely! Use a volumizing mousse and teasing at the crown to create the illusion of thickness. You can also add a small hair donut or padding inside the bun for extra fullness.
The key is using enough bobby pins (at least 15-20) and strong-hold hairspray. Have your stylist secure the bun in multiple anchor points, and bring extra pins for any needed touchups after dancing.
Yes! A low or mid-height bun softens angular features beautifully. Leave a few soft face-framing pieces or wispy bangs to add width and balance to longer face shapes.
It depends on your veil length and bun placement. Cathedral veils look stunning secured beneath a low bun, while shorter veils (fingertip or elbow) work best pinned above or to the side for elegant draping.
