the bun is in the eye of the beholder.

being that we are being hit by tropical storm debby here in the "sunshine state", we need an easy go-to updo that won't fuss when it gets pelted by storm force winds and rain.  the solution? our favorite, a braid - but a bit better!


follow these easy steps to have a beautiful, braided bun in no time. this look is perfect for a sophisticated corporate workday, or a night out on the town.


here's the look, from my night on the town (a braided bun paired with grunge):

photo [kevin kelii / kk photography ]

here's what you need to get it:

here's how you do it:

1. while hair is damp, spray tonic and thickening hair spray on roots, lightly. 
2. allow to dry, or blow dry.
3. put hair in a high ponytail.(or low...you can also do this style at the base of the neck!)
4. separate into two sections.
5. braid each section tightly, and secure each end with a clear pony.
6. take one of the braids (#1) and wrap it around the remaining braid (#2), until braid #1 is fully wrapped around braid #2. pin in place. 
7. Now, wrap braid #2 in a circle around the bun you just created, making it thicker.  
8. pin in place and voila!


as you can see, I have many layers, leading to lots of stray hairs. to get a more refined and polished look a la the first photo, use bumble&bumble tonic and thickening hair spray to hold those babies down - and rain will only help your fabulous look!