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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 • Fresh florals • Statement earrings
The side bun gives brides that effortlessly romantic look they've been dreaming about since flipping through the first wedding magazine. It's elegant without trying too hard, and frames your face beautifully while still showing off your neckline and shoulders. There's something timelessly graceful about sweeping your hair to one side—it photographs like a dream from every angle.
Beyond looking stunning, this style is incredibly practical for a long wedding day. It stays secure through vows, dancing, and endless hugs without constant touch-ups. The side placement works perfectly with veils and allows you to showcase statement earrings, plus it keeps hair off your neck so you stay comfortable even in warm weather.
Pearl-studded hairpins scattered throughout the bun
Vintage-inspired crystal hair comb at the base
Delicate gold leaf bobby pins
Rhinestone barrette to secure the twist
Art deco beaded headpiece positioned above the bun
Spray roses or baby's breath tucked into bun edges
Silk ribbon wrapped around the base for soft texture
Cathedral veil attached just above the bun for dramatic length
Fingertip veil positioned at the crown to cascade over the bun
Prep with texturizing spray on dry hair for better grip and hold.
Use bobby pins in an X-pattern to lock sections securely.
Set with flexible-hold hairspray, not stiff—allows natural movement without crunch.
Schedule trial 2-3 months before to test products and placement.
Prep hair with volumizing mousse on damp roots, blow-dry with a round brush for body, then curl in large sections for texture.
Create a deep side part, then sweep all hair to one side (left or right based on preference) and secure with elastic at nape.
Twist the ponytail loosely, wrap it into a circular bun shape at the side of your neck, and tuck the ends under.
Secure with bobby pins in an X-formation throughout the bun, focusing on the base and any loose pieces that need anchoring.
Gently pull at sections of the bun to loosen for romantic softness, release face-framing pieces, and set with flexible hairspray.
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Absolutely! Use a small hair donut or padding at the base to create fuller-looking volume, and tease the ponytail before wrapping. Texturizing spray is your best friend for grip and body.
Yes—the side bun actually provides a sturdy anchor point for veil combs. Your stylist can position the veil slightly above or at the bun base for security and beautiful draping.
Definitely! Shorter layers can be incorporated into the bun or left out as soft face-framing pieces. A bit of smoothing serum and strategic pinning will keep everything in place.
Consider your natural part, which shoulder you prefer to show, and where you'll stand during the ceremony. Many brides choose the side that faces the photographer during key moments.
