Holiday hair tutorial: Learn how to do a pretty braided bun for your next holiday soirée

by FASHION Staff December 15, 2014

hair-tutorial-braided-bun — Model: Cat Leniarsky, Photography by Jenna Marie Wakani, Hair by Rossa Jurenas for Schwarzkopf Professional

Learn how to do the perfect braided bun for the holidays »

We want you to look your best this holiday season, and what easier way to do that than with a super-quick (we swear) updo? With the help of Schwarzkopf Professional stylist Rossa Jurenas, we tackle this feminine look in five easy steps. Normally we’re not ones to advocate leaving your hair to the last minute, but this look is so effortless, you only need a couple minutes before you dash out the door. How’s that for a holiday miracle?

Model: Cat Leniarsky, Photography by Jenna Marie Wakani, Hair by Rossa Jurenas for Schwarzkopf Professional

Model: Cat Leniarsky, Photography by Jenna Marie Wakani, Hair by Rossa Jurenas for Schwarzkopf Professional

Model: Cat Leniarsky, Photography by Jenna Marie Wakani, Hair by Rossa Jurenas for Schwarzkopf Professional

Model: Cat Leniarsky, Photography by Jenna Marie Wakani, Hair by Rossa Jurenas for Schwarzkopf Professional

Model: Cat Leniarsky, Photography by Jenna Marie Wakani, Hair by Rossa Jurenas for Schwarzkopf Professional

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Step 1:

Loosely place a three strand braid at the nape of the head, either down the middle or off to one side.

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Step 2:

Secure braid with an elastic band and lightly pull apart the braid. This will create a soft texture.

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Step 3:

Twist and fold hair up into a bun.

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Step 4:

Using one or two corkscrew accessories, start twisting until it is secure.

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Step 5:

Finish off with hairspray and you’re good to go!

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