Hairstyling Essentials: How to Make the Perfect Bun

Buns are a must for spring/summer 2009, both on and off the runway. A bun must appear casual, yet with a technical bent, stylish yet dishevelled. Clip on a hair accessory for an even more sophisticated touch.



Here’s how to get that perfect bun:

Tousle your hair dry with your fingers to give it some body.
Lift and smooth the front of your hair over each ear, and roll these sections into two big rollers on your head like a crown.





• Smooth back the rest of the hair to the nape of your neck with a bit of gel that you’ve heated in the palm of your hand (go easy on the gel, a few drops are plenty!) and make a ponytail with an elastic band. Now twist the ponytail into a bun and insert several bobby pins to secure the hair. (Choose the right color for your hair—black pins for brunettes and lighter shades for blondes or redheads.)
• Take out the rollers and make a part, either on the side or in the middle of your scalp, depending on your own personal style. Gently tease the hair at the root and smooth back with a flat brush. Pull back the hair delicately, not too hard; you want to keep a soft look. Gather the rest of the tips to add to the bun, while leaving a few strands loose to frame the face. Gently scrunch the roots of the hair as if you were applying shampoo and then lightly spritz on some hair spray.
• For fine or lifeless hair, you can work on hair that is not freshly washed, but not too oily either.
• For an extra-smooth look, apply a touch of hairspray to your hairbrush.

Claudie’s personal touch:
“Finish off your bun with a stylish rhinestone comb or barrette—now you’re a real trendsetter!”

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