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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 • Birdcage veil • Statement earrings • Hair jewelry
The high wedding bun gives brides that instant feeling of elegance and poise—it lifts your features, elongates your neck, and creates a timeless, regal silhouette that photographs beautifully from every angle. There's something deeply confident about sweeping your hair up and away, letting your dress, jewelry, and natural beauty take center stage without distraction.
Beyond the beauty factor, this style is incredibly practical for a long wedding day. It stays secure through emotional moments, outdoor ceremonies, and hours of dancing, and it works seamlessly with virtually any veil style or headpiece. You won't spend your reception tucking flyaways or worrying about wind—just pure comfort and grace from first look to last dance.
Crystal-encrusted hair pins scattered throughout the bun
Vintage-inspired pearl comb positioned at the base
Delicate gold leaf vine woven around the bun
Art deco headband worn below the bun
Jeweled hairpins creating a constellation effect
White spray roses or baby's breath tucked into the bun's base
Silk ribbon wrapped around and trailing from the twist
Cathedral veil secured just below the bun for dramatic effect
Fingertip veil positioned at the crown for classic elegance
Apply texturizing spray on dry hair before styling for better grip and hold.
Use a donut or sock bun insert to maintain volume and shape all day.
Secure with both bobby pins and U-pins in crossing patterns for maximum stability.
Finish with strong-hold hairspray and let set 5 minutes before adding accessories.
Prep hair with volumizing mousse on damp hair, blow-dry smooth with a round brush, then apply texturizing spray throughout.
Gather hair into a sleek high ponytail at the crown, securing tightly with a strong elastic and smoothing any bumps with a fine-tooth comb and gel.
Wrap the ponytail around a bun donut or twist sections around the base, creating your desired fullness and shape while leaving ends tucked or loose.
Pin the bun firmly with bobby pins inserted in different directions, then gently pull and loosen sections for texture and romantic dimension.
Mist generously with flexible-hold hairspray, smooth flyaways with a toothbrush, then add your veil, pins, or florals for the final bridal reveal.
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Absolutely! Using a bun donut insert creates instant fullness, and teasing the hair before wrapping adds volume and texture. Your stylist can also incorporate hair extensions for even more body and drama.
Not if it's done correctly. A skilled stylist balances security with comfort by distributing tension evenly and avoiding overly tight pulling at the hairline. Communicate any discomfort during your trial so adjustments can be made.
Yes, it's one of the most stunning combinations! The veil is typically positioned just below the bun, allowing the dramatic length to flow beautifully while keeping the bun's structure visible and elegant.
Plan for 45-60 minutes for the updo itself, plus additional time for any added details like braids, accessories, or veil placement. Discuss the full timeline with your stylist during your trial.
