How To Do A Messy Bun With Long Hair: Ideas And Tutorials

Messy buns are effortlessly trendy. I’m your savior for the days you’re late for work or haven’t washed your hair. However, it can be difficult to sport this look with long locks. And if you are wondering how to make a messy bun with long hair, we can help you. We’ve shared a collection of 10 messy buns and step-by-step instructions to help you master this low-maintenance hairstyle with ease. Scroll down to watch them.

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What is a messy bun?

• How to make a messy bun on long hair: 10 fun styles
• What is a messy bun?

Messy buns are casual top knot hairstyles that take less time and look effortlessly chic. These buns add volume and texture to your hair and are perfect for any event. They have a dreamy look, perfect for summer, and they just need rubber bands, pins and a few embellishments here and there!

Messy buns are easy to make with short hair. However, you can sport the messy bun look with long hair. Check out the tutorials below.

How to make a messy bun on long hair: 10 fun styles

1. Very messy sandwich

This look is perfect for everyday styling and could be your favorite hairstyle! Works perfectly on both washed and washed hair.

Take a step:

1. Gather all your hair and pull it into a loose ponytail. You can jump using a comb and let the short locks fall freely.
2. Twist the length of your hair, wrap it around the ponytail, wrap it under the bun and pin it down.
3. Secure the ends with a hair tie or a pair of bobby pins.

2. Half high and half low bun

This messy bun looks sophisticated, chic, and is perfect for days when you’re in a rush.

Take a step:

1. Grab the top of your hair and pull it back to create a ponytail. Leave the fringe area out as it helps frame the face.
2. Tug pinned hair to loosen it up a bit and create volume.
3. Wrap the ponytail around the bottom and secure the bun with a few pins.
4. Loosen it up a bit by tugging on the bun for a messy look.
5. You can fold loose locks at the front for an elegant look.

3. Messy bun and bangs

Girls with bangs can also try a messy haircut.

Take a step:

1. Leave the bangs out and put your hair in a ponytail. Secure with a rubber band.
2. Wrap the ponytail at the bottom in a bun and secure it with another elastic and some pins.
3. Loosen the bun by pulling gently so it looks puffy.
4. Style your bangs with a flat iron for a sleek finish.

4. Low messy bun with long hair

This messy low bun is perfect for long straight, wavy and thick hair. You can wear this look for work and formal events.

Take a step:

1. Tie a low ponytail closer to the nape of the neck.
2. Wrap the hair in half to make a loop as shown in the image.
3. Wrap the tail around the elastic and secure it.
4. You can use hairspray to make sure the hairstyle lasts all day.

5. Messy side bun with long hair

A messy side bun is one of the most classic and elegant hairstyles. And there are several ways to try this hairstyle. However, this is the easiest way to nail this bun style.

Take a step:

1. Comb, tease and style your hair to add volume.
2. Gather the hair on one side of the head and tie it into a ponytail.
3. Part your hair just above the elastic and place a ponytail in the center.
4. Fasten the ring with the knotting needles first, then fasten the loose ends around the ring with the needles.

6. Bouffant sandwich

As the name suggests, the rich bun has volume and roundness.

Take a step:

1. Comb your hair with a wide-toothed comb and remove any tangles.
2. Cut a vertical line from ear to ear and separate this front part of the hair. Cut it separately to address the remaining hair.
3. Create a classic and simple messy bun with the remaining hair. Secure it securely with bobby pins and a rubber band.
4. Cut the front hair into four equal sections.
5. Tease the lower part closest to the ear and pull it towards the back of the bun.
6. Wrap it around the bottom of the bottle and secure it with a pin. Repeat the process with the other lower section.
7. Pack the two remaining fronts and attach them to the bottom of the bun for a voluminous look.

7.Messy braided bun

Messy braided buns are stylish and have a charming look!

Step:

• Take the top part of your hair and braid it into a French braid. Secure the end of the braid.
• Gather all your hair (including the end of the braid) and tie it with a rubber band.
• Wrap the rest of the hair around the base of the bun.

8. Messy bun with donuts

This hairstyle is best for beginners and those with long straight hair.

Step:

• Pull the ponytail through the bun and place it at the base of the ponytail.
• Wrap the hair around the bun and fasten the ends with pins.

9. Messy bun with long curly hair

Messy buns look equally good on curly and frizzy hair. Curls can make the bottle look bigger.

Step:

9. 9. • Gather the curls into a high ponytail.
      • Fasten with pins.

10.Messy bun without bobby pins

This is best for emergencies. Try this cute messy bun hairstyle if you don’t have bobby pins and your hair is a mess.

Step:

9. 9. • Gather your hair into a high ponytail.
      • Take the rubber band and twist it once as shown in the picture.
      • Make a bun with the hair in the middle of the ponytail.
      • Tie your hair with a rubber band as shown in the picture. Pull the tied hair band to give it a donut shape.
      • Gather the remaining hair in the front.
      • Pull the elastic band from the front and pin the ends of the hair back.

In short

We all have bad hair days and we understand the struggles they cause, especially if you have long hair. But if you know how to do a messy bun with long hair, it’s easier to manage bad hair days.