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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 • Blusher veil • Crystal headbands • Pearl pins • Fresh flowers
The high bun radiates timeless elegance and makes you feel like absolute royalty on your wedding day. It elongates your neck, highlights your facial features beautifully, and creates that confident, sophisticated bridal presence you've always dreamed of. There's something about this classic style that makes you stand taller and feel completely ready to walk down the aisle.
Beyond the stunning look, the high bun is incredibly practical for all-day comfort and stability. It stays perfectly in place through emotional vows, windy outdoor ceremonies, and hours of dancing without constant touch-ups. This style works beautifully with any veil length, keeps hair off your shoulders for comfort, and photographs gorgeously from every angle.
Delicate pearl bobby pins scattered throughout
Vintage-inspired crystal hair comb at the base
Gold or silver wire vine wrapped around the bun
Statement jeweled hairpin as a focal point
Minimalist metal hair clips for modern brides
Baby's breath tucked into the bun for romantic softness
Silk ribbon wrapped around and trailing down
Cathedral veil positioned just below the bun
Blusher veil attached at the crown for ceremony
Wash hair the day before; second-day texture holds styles better.
Use strong-hold hairspray and U-pins instead of bobby pins for security.
Tease at the crown before forming bun to maintain height all day.
Schedule touch-up moment after ceremony before reception for fresh look.
Prep hair with texturizing spray and blow-dry with a round brush for volume at the roots.
Gather hair into a high ponytail at the crown, securing tightly with elastic and teasing the ponytail for fullness.
Twist or wrap the ponytail around the base, creating your desired bun shape while leaving the ends slightly loose.
Secure the bun with U-pins placed vertically through the center, then use bobby pins for any loose sections.
Gently pull and loosen sections of the bun for romantic texture, mist with strong-hold hairspray, and add your chosen accessories.
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Absolutely! Use a teasing technique at the crown and consider a small hair donut for added volume. The bun will look full and elegant with the right prep and styling products.
Position it at the crown of your head where it feels balanced and comfortable. It should be high enough to elongate your neck but not so high that it feels unstable or causes tension.
Yes, it's actually one of the best choices for outdoor weddings! The high bun is incredibly secure and won't be affected by wind, humidity, or weather like loose styles can be.
Not at all—you can easily adjust the formality by making it more textured and loose. A slightly undone high bun with wispy pieces feels romantic and relaxed while still being polished.
