“Dress code update,” a screenshot of the hospital’s message read.
“There is an emphasis on hair being clean, neatly managed, therefore no ‘messy buns.'”
This decision gained criticism online and from nurses at Bryan Health, the hospital that mandated the change.
This bridal bun uses padding as a base for the twist of braids.
The final result is a gorgeous low-braided bun that requires just a couple of pins and hairspray.
If fishtail braids are out of your comfort zone, just replace them with a regular plait.
That is exactly what stylistCheyenne Russelldid.
Take the top layer of your hair and plait that into a simple braid.
Russell’s design is indeed intricate: even the bun is braided and tied with some braided locks.
A top knot ties at the crown of the subject’s head before releasing into a long plaited ponytail.
This gorgeous look takes braids to the next level and elevates the bun and ponytail in the process.
If you want to go a step above that, consider a twisted knot like this.
A new take on space buns
Okay, hear us out.
These braided space buns are easier to create than they seem.
To achieve these braids, you’ll need to section your hair down the middle.
Secure one side in a bun or ponytail for now while you work on braiding the either.
Then, do the same for the other side.
Style your braids into low-space buns
Of course, high-space buns aren’t the only options.
Styled in another layer of lovely twists atop her head, these braids are absolutely stunning.
Our subject here used the upside-down French braid we taught with the space buns look in a high-twisted bun.
you could choose to do all or just some of these steps to achieve an elevated messy bun look.
We are obsessed with everything going on with this dazzling braided low bun.
The curls and slicked down baby hairs add another level of detail to this low bun look.
Tied back at the base of the next, this low bun is anything but lazy.
First, section the pieces of hair you’ll use for the start of your French braid.
This example angled theirs, and we love that detail in particular.
Why not just do a sleek braided ponytail?
Okay, we’re cheating a bit here.
Slick back your hair and secure with gel.
Multiple upside down French braids into a high top knot
This is no regular top knot.
You are sure to love this high bun with upside down French braids.
First, you’ll need to section off the top half of your hair.
From there, you’ll section out the bottom half into as many braids as you want.
Choose more French braids for a more intricate look.
For more casual configs, you’re able to make your French braids a bit looser.
From there, just let the rest of your ponytail flow.
Direct your French braid to go diagonally across the back of your head.
From there, you could knot the remaining hair into a side bun.
If you already have braids, buns are an excellent way to tie them back.
