20 Trendy Side Bun Hairstyles For Long, Medium And Short Hair

Buns have always been popular as an idea of a simple day-to-night updo. Their popularity is explained by a very wide variety of bun hairstyles. Depending on the position of hair bun on your head, your hair texture, its length and accompanying accessories, you are able to create versatile looks to suit any context. Side bun hairstyles are the most creative type of buns. We often see them on the red carpet, but they will easily fit into your casual and evening looks as well. Here 20 most gorgeous side buns to draw inspiration from.

Amazing Day-To-Night Side Buns

#1: Disheveled Side Bun With A-Line Silhouette

We all love A-line silhouettes in bob hairstyles because they look classy and suit most face shapes – oval, round and diamond in particular. When it comes to an updo, you can also take advantage of A-line silhouette if it flatters your face shape. Christina Applegate’s disheveled side bun hairstyle will give your face the desired slimming effect.

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#2: Spontaneous Messy Knot

The clever messiness makes Audrina Patridge’s look light, spontaneous and relaxed. Use backcombing and a texturizing product to achieve the right texture. Style your knot with a deep sweep and let it be very loose, ephemeral, literally falling apart.

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#3: Low Elegant Bun With A High Wave Above The Forehead

Carrie Underwood’s bun is complemented with a smooth dimensional wave. A bun of this kind will flatter a round, oval and square face. It’s an excellent idea of an elegant updo for wedding, prom or any other big event where you want to look stylish and feminine.

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#4: Shiny Side Bun For Long Hair

The shiny look of Tulisa Contostavlos makes an indelible impression! The happy shine of her eyes is supported by the glitter of her earrings and the mystic shimmering of her glossy locks. If you plan to wear a sleek bun, use a shine serum or fluid for the mind-blowing effect you see in the photo!

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#5: Messy Side Bun With Accurate Arched Bangs

Not all buns are styled without any fringe. Girls with a long face shape will look charming with a bun from Carly Rae Jepsen. The hairstyle harmoniously blends messiness with accuracy, definition with vagueness. We love, do you?

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#6: Romantic Side Bun

Ariel Winter offers a cool example of a romantic bun, perfect for a date. It looks rather voluminous and at the same time relaxed, sweet and girly. Use a root volumizer and backcomb your locks slightly before you begin to shape the bun.

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#7: Exquisite Side Bun Hairstyle With A Vintage Touch

The gorgeous side bun of Lauren Conrad is sleek yet not tight. Thanks to its buttery texture and curvy lines it bears a distinct vintage flair. But the random, loosely hanging streaks on the other side associate this chic bun with modern “relaxed” hairstyles.

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#8: Naturally Looking Low Side Bun Hairstyle

Looking at Keri Russell’s updo, you would believe it was effortlessly done without a comb or any other styling tools. The shine of healthy locks and their natural-looking texture are the top values of present-day trendy hairstyles.

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#9: Glamorous Side Bun

Glamorous blonde Paris Hilton couldn’t pass by the side bun hair trend either. Her sweet quick bun is blessed with the same blissful spirit of youth and carelessness we spot in the looks of other celebrities in this review.

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#10: Playful Side Bun For Brunettes

Gorgeous brunette Selena Gomez complements her one-shoulder dress with a messy side bun. The shine of Selena’s silk dress is in tune with the gloss of her locks. And the mess of the knot adds a naughty note of playfulness to her look.

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#11: Bulky Side Low Bun

To make an exquisite bun, you may try different textures, vary the position of your bun, make it rather compact or bulky. Nina Dobrev’s bun is sitting very low, at her ear, it’s voluminous and intricately wrapped. A great idea of an evening hairstyle!

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#12: Very Loose Side Bun

Introducing braiding elements into your bun hairstyles is not a new idea, but you can come up with some exquisite varieties of a side bun. Ashley Greene’s bun, for example, is styled like a very loose braid. Well, blending two hairstyles in one often gives the most creative solutions.

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#13: Voluminous Side Bun For Thick Hair

Lala Vasquez has an interesting bun hairstyle idea to share. The actress is rocking a cute side downdo where the locks are not initially gathered into a pony as we commonly do when we style a bun. It’s a sort of a fun curly knot without a jointing point.

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#14: Side Bun Prom Hairstyle With A Bouffant

Amy Childs knows how to create impressive looks! Amy’s voluminous bun is a great hairstyle idea for prom. If you want to enhance the showiness of your style, think of an interesting hair color solution. Amy’s rich malsala hair color makes a perfect combo with her gorgeous blue eyes.

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#15: Side Bun For Fine Hair

We believe the messy hair trend was created by girls with fine hair. It’s a real salvation for thin locks! When you backcomb your hair, it appears thicker, more voluminous and there’s a cool wispy texture as a bonus. Amy Poehler’s bun is easy to do, but it does look fabulous!

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#16: Messy Side Bun Hairstyle

The messy side bun of Jennifer Lawrence bears an extra edge that makes your look super chic, especially if you support the mood by your outfit. Jennifer’s choice of a dress with a leather insert is perfect! Embrace the idea of a funky image!

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#17: Cute Side Bun For Short Hair

You won’t do a bun from very short locks, but above-the-shoulders length is ok to make a low loose bun. Arielle Kebbel gives us a good example. It’s more like a bunch of curls with tucked ends, than actually a bun, but the look is really sweet!

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#18: Curly Side Bun For Short Hair

Emma Stone has also decided to try a loose curly bun on the base on her elongated bob. If you want to soften your look and add it a romantic touch, shape a face-framing wave with a large barrel curling iron. A pair of earrings to complement or match the color of your eyes will be right to the point.

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#19: Crown Braid And A Side Bun

Amber Heard’s braided updo is an example of a pretty girly updo. It combines a loose braid and a low bun, plus thin streaks around Amber’s face for a maximally natural effortless feel. A lovely idea for prom!

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#20: Compact Braided Side Bun

Most of the side buns we have seen above are voluminous and relaxed, but if you want a neater hairstyle, Charlize Theron is here to inspire you with her compact braided bun. It pairs well with minimalistic outfits and accessories.

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There’s something very special about these side bun hairstyles. They appear festive to a certain extent but not too flamboyant. You can introduce them into your casual looks or style for a special occasion. Note that this season’s trendy buns should look natural and bear a feel of lively locks.