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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Square
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Curly • Fine • Thick
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veils • Fingertip veils • Hair combs • Fresh florals • Pearl accessories
The wedding hair bun gives brides an undeniable sense of grace and sophistication that photographs beautifully from every angle. It's a style that whispers timeless elegance while letting your dress, jewelry, and natural beauty take center stage. Brides feel confident knowing they'll look back at their photos in 20 years and still love what they see.
Beyond the emotional appeal, the bun is incredibly practical for a long wedding day. It stays secure through tears, hugs, dancing, and unpredictable weather, so you're not constantly worrying about touch-ups. The style works seamlessly with any veil attachment and keeps hair off your neck during warm outdoor ceremonies, letting you focus on what truly matters—celebrating your love.
Vintage pearl hair pins
Crystal-encrusted bridal comb
Delicate gold leaf hairpins
Satin ribbon wrap
Art deco headpiece
Baby's breath clustered around bun base
White spray roses tucked into twists
Cathedral veil positioned below the bun
Fingertip veil with blusher attached above
Start with second-day hair or use dry shampoo for grip.
Tease roots before styling to create lasting volume and height.
Use U-pins instead of bobby pins for stronger, longer hold.
Finish with flexible-hold hairspray to prevent stiffness while dancing.
Prep hair with texturizing spray on dry, second-day hair for maximum grip and volume.
Gather hair into a low or mid-height ponytail, teasing the crown section before securing with elastic.
Twist the ponytail loosely and wrap it around the base, creating a rounded bun shape.
Secure with U-pins inserted vertically through the bun, anchoring into the base for stability.
Gently loosen sections for romantic softness, mist with hairspray, and add accessories for your perfect bridal moment.
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Absolutely! Use a hair donut or padding insert to create fuller-looking volume, and tease sections before pinning. Extensions or clip-ins can also add beautiful thickness exactly where you need it.
The key is using U-pins for structure and finishing with flexible-hold hairspray. Starting with textured, second-day hair also gives your stylist more to work with for lasting hold.
Yes, and it looks stunning! Curly hair often holds buns even better than straight hair. Work with your natural texture or gently stretch curls for a sleek finish—both are beautiful.
Most veils attach beautifully just above or below a low to mid-height bun. Your stylist can adjust placement based on your veil style and face shape for a balanced, elegant look.
