Balletcore is back and better than ever, thanks to adorable hair ribbons, the great ballet slipper renaissance, and that powder pink color we can’t stop staring at. These days, the delicate, feminine look is popular everywhere, and it’s making its way to our hair as well.
It’s not surprising that ballerina buns are back in style given the abundance of slick-backed buns. The look is nothing new; famous hairstylist Lacy Redway, a hairdresser for Unilever, termed it a classic. Its adaptability and accessibility are what make it so brilliant. Consider the ballerina bun as a starting point from which you may modify the look and texture to suit your own preferences.
Do you need some motivation? There’s nowhere else to look. Continue reading to see our top 15 variations on the ballet bun.
classic ballerina bun
The key to an ultra-slim ballerina bun is to use the appropriate products. We like the Emi Jay Angelstick ($38) for adding shine and taming flyaways since it doesn’t leave behind the unwelcome crunchy feel that other gels may. The stick has an oil base.
Ballerina Bun with Deep Side Part
To get a side part as flawlessly straight as Gal Gadot’s, you need a rat tail comb. The $5 Section & Style Comb from Hair Edit makes it easy to smooth and precisely comb hair to achieve a dramatic side-swept part.
Wispy Ballerina Bun
Our go-to style for third-day hair or a simple workplace updo is a ballerina bun with a few strands poking out. This keeps the form and aesthetic of a traditional ballerina bun while giving it a more relaxed vibe.
Knotted Ballerina Bun
As an alternative, a more sophisticated and stylish knotted ballerina bun elevates and elevates the ensemble. Start with some style lotion on wet hair to get a smooth surface. We also use the Dae Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream ($28) to help smooth back flyaways on dry hair since we like it.
Low Braided Ballerina Bun
Maintaining nourished and hydrated hair and scalp is essential for braided styles. Use a liberal quantity of a pre-wash and styling oil, such as the Bread Beauty Supply Everyday Gloss Hair Oil ($24), from roots to ends before shaping into a ballerina bun. Your scalp will feel relaxed and your hair will remain glossy.
Swirled Sideburns Ballerina Bun
This little, unexpected element that seems lovely are these styled sideburns. Use a strong-hold gel, such as the Got2b Glued Spiking Gel ($5), to make sure the form sticks.
High Shine Ballerina Bun
Layering nourishing products throughout the style process is the secret to an ultra-high shine result. Apply a leave-in conditioner to wet hair first, then use a heat protectant that reduces frizz, such as Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray ($28). To seal in all that dewy deliciousness, use a shine spray, such as the Amika Top Gloss Hair Shine Spray ($29), after the hair is dry.
Braided High Ballerina Bun
A ballerina bun up high on the crown is the ideal method to keep long braids out of your face while still appearing charming. The hair should be gathered at the top of the crown and wrapped around itself to form a ball before being secured with a silk scrunchie.
Twisted Ballerina Bun
Top Knot Ballerina Bun
The exquisite ballerina bun styled by Katy Perry is a great alternative for styling. Even though it can seem smooth, everything must stay tight and in place thanks to strategically placed bobby pins and concealed clips.
Swoopy Ballerina Bun
The chickest Nike swoop we’ve ever seen is achieved by deftly securing the bun’s tail down the scalp and onto the forehead to produce this swoopy effect. Simply carry it out.
Pearl Accent Ballerina Bun
When you can include your bobby pins into the ensemble, why conceal them? Kerry Washington’s pearl pins are a visual statement and a useful tool for holding her ballerina hairstyle in place.
Headband Ballerina Bun
Even though it’s only a simple black headband, a headband and ballerina bun combination exudes style and nostalgia. Over the next months, don’t be shocked if we completely kill it on the style front.
Elongated Ballerina Bun
To achieve an extended look, wrap hair vertically instead of around itself as in a bun. An exquisite rendition of the dancing classic is the end product.
Braided Bow Ballerina Bun
For the price of one, get two tips: For a fancier ballerina bun, try tying your hair in a ribbon or braiding it. Or choose both—it tastes so wonderful.
