14 Messy Bun Hairstyles You'll Want to Try ASAP

Opt for a low messy bun when you want to accentuate your facial features. Achieve this look by using a few bobby pins and some textured hair spray to keep everything in place. Toss on some statement earrings and a nude lipstick to pull this look together. For an in-depth explanation on how to get the look, check out our full tutorial.

Long hair can be a challenge to style when you don't have a lot of time. Opt for this messy bun that rests right on the top of the head with a few loose pieces in the front to frame the face. It's great for those quick grocery store runs or movie nights on the couch. If you have trouble getting your messy bun to stay, check out this scrunchie hack.

Messy buns look amazing on curly hair thanks to the natural volume that the hair type lends. An updo like this puts your bouncy curls on full display. This one only requires putting your hair up in a high ponytail and then pinning down sections with bobby pins.

There's nothing we love more than an easy hairstyle. Give your hair a few twists, and watch it transform into a messy bun. Add a fun scrunchie around it to show your personality, and you're good to go. One of the easiest ways to keep a messy bun in place is using a bun twist. See the full tutorial here.

Looking for a wedding hairstyle? Opt for this loose messy bun for medium hair. It comes together with curls and a little volumizing hair spray. Start off with loose waves and sweep them into a low bun with a few bobby pins.

A classic high messy bun hairstyle for natural hair, this puff is super simple and ultra chic. Pull your hair high to the top of your head to really show off your features.

Whether you have curtain, blunt, or side-sweep bangs, they'll accent your messy bun perfectly, as seen here. Leave the bangs out in the front to frame the face and create more texture.

If you have thin hair, it can be difficult to create a messy bun, but using a hair doughnut (shown in this video) can help add volume. Simply pull your hair into a ponytail, put the doughnut around the base, wrap your hair around that, and you're done. Take a look at more hacks for fine hair here.

This ultra-messy bun features a lot of undone texture and wispy pieces around the face. It looks effortless and supercool while also being functional. To recreate it, pull your hair into a ponytail and then twist pieces and pin them down using U-shaped pins.

The claw-clip trend isn't going anywhere anytime soon, so why not make it a part of your messy bun? Instead of using a traditional hair tie, grab one of these to hold your look together. It's perfect for a trip to the office or a night out.

Bobby pins will be your best friend when it comes to keeping this low messy bun in place. Notice how this style involves twisting the underside of the hair from front to back to keep it off the neck. It's a great look for warm months when hair tends to get sticky and frizzy.

Messy buns don't always have to be messy. Take this intricate style for example, with tight curls, floral accents, and beaded chains. This look is suitable for a wedding or other special occasions.

Dress up your regular old messy bun by adding a bow or ribbon around the base. It's both functional and stylish. If you want to take your bow look up a notch, try the "underbow" trend.

This is a more elevated approach to a messy bun with a fishtail braid that extends into a low bun. It's designed to keep hair off of your shoulders and in place all day long. Check out our fishtail tutorial before trying this style out.