How to make a bohemian bun?

For an original and easy hairstyle to do it yourself, what could be better than the bohemian bun ? It's the hairstyle essential for weddings or parties with friends. Easy to do and elegant, the bohemian bun is the hairstyle you need to do for all the times you doubt, hesitate, or don't know which styles hair adopt! 

It comes in several variations and will adapt to all occasions without any hassle! Follow this little guide to discover how to make the bohemian bun, what tools to use, or which accessories to choose to decorate your buns in a bohemian chic style. 

FOR WHAT OCCASIONS TO WEAR THE BOHEMIAN BUN?

woman styled with a bun

The bohemian bun is the quintessential bun of the hairstyle wedding. It's perfect for the bride, but also for bridesmaids or a guest. It's the effortlessly styled hairstyle that will evoke all the romance of a wedding and will therefore be ideal for this very special occasion.

If you're invited to a party with a 1970s theme and you hate having your hair down in the wind, go for the bohemian bun. Both practical and chic, you'll be the most beautiful at the party and exude a flawless aura!  

Finally, during a romantic evening with your partner, you might consider make a bun in bohemian style. Like a wedding, this evening where love is honored will be the perfect occasion to wear the bohemian bun. Consider even decorating it with pearls or flowers to enhance it. 

GENERAL ASPECT OF THE BOHEMIAN BUN : THE STYLED-TOUSLED

relaxed bun woman

The bohemian bun is not a bun worn on the top of the head. Generally, it is preferred at the nape of the neck, like a low ponytail. It is fluid and loose, but remains styled. This is what we call the styled-tousled look. 

Styled-tousled was invented in the 1970s by Jacques Dessange, famous French hairdresser and businessman. It was originally a graduated bob with volume that left the strands to wander with the wind. The styled-tousled has then been declined in several ways and now refers to a cut or a hairstyle falsely unkempt. That is to say, a hairstyle that gives the impression of not being groomed when it is quite the opposite. 

Thus, the bun bohemian has a loose, slightly tousled look. Once again, it’s the fluid aspect of the bohemian style that can be found in the smallest details thanks to a hairstyle like the bohemian bun.  

THE TOOLS TO USE TO MAKE THE BOHEMIAN CHIC BUN

woman with a bun and scrunchies

First, to make this easy hairstyle, you will need to gather the necessary tools for creating your bohemian bun. Although it is not difficult to make, it is a hairstyle which still requires a few elements to ensure it is well fixed and does not come undone within five minutes after its creation. 

To secure the bun, you will need classic elastics or hook elastics. Hook elastics have the advantage of allowing freedom in tightening the ponytail which forms the base of the bohemian bun, but a classic elastic will work just fine too. However, it is recommended to avoid hook elastics on fine and smooth hair, as they can slip and therefore not have the desired effect. 

Next, you will need snow pins and flat clips to secure the small strands and give the airy look of the bohemian bun. Remember to vary the sizes of the snow clips to best adapt to the different strands. 

Finally, to style the hair, opt for a brush to a classic bun and a comb which will serve to separate the hair. This will give a look glamorous to the hairstyle. 

THE TECHNIQUE TO CREATE A BOHEMIAN BUN

smiling women styled with a bun

STEP 1: WAVING THE HAIR 

Initially, it is advisable to curl or wave your hair to give the fluid and airy look of the bun. This step is not mandatory, but it is highly recommended for all women who have long hair smooth and fine. 

To make waves or curls, equip yourself with a curling iron or a simple straightener with a bit of technique you can easily curl your hair. Otherwise, if you have planned your hairstyle, braid your hair with several braids on damp hair, and let it dry naturally to get light curls. 

To curl your hair with a straightener, wrap your hair around the closed iron once, slightly open the iron, pass a strand inside and pull to let your hair through: there you have pretty curls, easy to do. 

STEP 2: SEPARATE THE HAIR 

To achieve the bun to bohemian style, you need to separate the hair into two strands on the front and back of the skull. Keep a few strands, preferably two distinct ones at the front, that will frame your face. 

Then, most of the strands ends up at the back of the head, this is the part that will form the heart of the bohemian bun. You should avoid brushing the hair to keep the thick and tousled look of the bun. Only use your fingers to tousle the hair

STEP 3: ATTACH IN A PONYTAIL

The ponytail is the base of the bohemian bun. Gather your hair into a low ponytail so you can then work on the bun on the neck.   

Tie an elastic at the base of the neck, tightly so that the ponytail low does not come undone. 

STEP 4: FORM THE BUN 

The crucial moment arrives: creating the bun from the ponytail. You will need to backcomb and tousle the hair a bit. This step will allow for a nice fluid and ample bun, not a tight bun that aims more to adopt a hairstyle sophisticated and classic. 

Then attach the different strands using snow pins and flat clips. Use the snow clips in the flat clips to make it hold better. 

If you feel that the bun is too loose, don't hesitate to use snow clips, as they will help secure the bun well. 

STEP 5: INTEGRATE THE FRONT STRANDS

Finally, you have the small strands that frame the face. Two choices are available to you. You can either incorporate them into the bun using flat clips. Slide the strands at the base of the bun. You can also choose to keep the strands at the front and curl them to give a bit more style to the hairstyle

To finish, remember to lightly spray the hairstyle for more hold. And there you have it, a pretty simple bohemian bun.

ACCESSORIES TO DECORATE THE BOHEMIAN BUN

woman with a headband in her hair

THE ROMANTIC BOHEMIAN LOOK

If you want to add decorative elements to your bun, you can choose several accessories. The ribbon, for example, will give a romantic bohemian look to your bun. You can also opt for flower clips that will be ideal for a hairstyle bride. 

Finally, the headband is the classic element of the hairstyle bohemian. Paired with the bohemian style bun, you will have a relaxed style, but at the same time 100% hippie chic.  

AN ORIGINAL BUN: THE BRAIDED BOHEMIAN BUN

 woman with braided buns

For all those who already master the classic bohemian bun, why not try a new experience hair with a hairstyle braided. To do this, simply make two braids on each side of the hair, they should be a bit loose with the strands in front. Tie the braids at the back of the head and secure them with flat clips and snow clips like for the simple bohemian bun. 

You can also add clips, flowers, or even incorporate ribbons into the braids starting point for a bun truly exceptional. 

If you love jewelry, why not adorn your neck, then exposed thanks to the bohemian bun, with pretty  earrings dangling? They will give a very elegant look to your hairstyle

Here you go, you know all the secrets of the bun bohemian, a simple hairstyle, but it will make an impact when styled with plenty of accessories to unleash your imagination and creativity hair ! Thanks to these hairstyle ideas, you will never be short of inspiration again.