35 Headband Hairstyles 2025 for Elegant Updos, Bridal Buns and Modern Special Occasion Looks

17. Messy Curly High Bun

The disorderly curly high bun is very volumetric, free and chic. The curling is loose and softly teased to make up volume and a few face-framing pieces are included to make the look softer. It is casual but refined- a fashion that is equal parts photo-ready as it is IRL (in real life).

This works well with naturally curly hair, or curly hair achieved with a wand. It is a very casual look to wear all day and looks best at brunch dates, casual gatherings or a more casual, formal affair.

18. Sleek Oversized Low Bun

Simple, dramatic and incredibly sophisticated, the ultra polished oversized low bun screams of elegance with its mere simplicity. All the strands are sleek and excellently positioned making up a refined dome of hair at the nape.

This is a power look for straight, thick hair. The hair is smoothed out with a strong Sculp Hold gel or smooth cream so that there are no flyaways and a shine spray will add additional luxurious quality. Perfect on evening gals, or any type of event where you want to have an elegant, powerful look.

19. Folded Low Bun

The stacked low buns are a new update on an old bun favorite with horizontal folds of hair swept and curved into a pretty and molded bun. It has a classy appearance that is suited to a formal event as well as semi-formal.

It is more appropriate on thick and medium-long hair and the folds given the shape. Complete this simple look with a balanced fashionable end by pulling it on pair it with statement earrings.

20. Braided Halo Low Bun

Braided halo low bun is the combination of classic and bohemian style in a single beautiful bun. It gives volume and detail to the bun with the braid being a kind of crown around the style.

Great to be worn to weddings, formal dinners or even garden parties, this bun is best on medium and thick hair. And seal it off by a lightweight hairspray to ensure neatness of the braid without compromise of natural movements.

21. Messy Loose Low Bun

The loose low bun with messy detail is half a cup of coziness and half a cup of chic- so when you want a looser and more casual version, you have low loose bun. Ruffled hair, subtle elevation at the top of the head give the overall impression of romance and casualness, but at the same time makes the style feel accessible and fashionable.

The style is a miracle when it comes to a shoulder length and above hair that has some natural wave or curl to it. Use a spritz of texture spray to put together your hair to really get that messy effect then leave some strands of hair to frame your face which gives it an appeal that is just flattering.

22. Braided Formal Low Bun with Pearls

When you want a showpiece and want to show off during special occasions, this braided formal low bun is completed with pearls to make it even fancier. The bun hides the braid detail in a smooth way and the pearls play with light to add some glamour.

This bun, ideal during weddings, prom nights or an evening gala, could only fit medium to thick hair. Finish the look off by spritzing a strong-hold hairspray to underpin the braid and bun throughout the night, and to make sure the pearls do not shift one inch.

23. Sleek Classic Low Bun

This is sleek, classic, low bun that is epitome of elegant minimalism. Each one is sleeked back, giving a flawless effect with the bun nuzzled into the nape to create a classic, universal style.

The bun is great on straight hair or hair which has been flat-ironed; precision is the name of the game here. It will be the go-to style when in a professional or formal setting or even in the evening via flyaways managed by smart comb and light gel.

24. Twisted Wedding Low Bun

The matted wedding low bun is both gentle and erect and the overlapping zones give depth and visual appeal. It is romantic, elegant and ideal to walk down the aisle.

It pretty much flattered all hair types and especially when a touch of volumizing mousse is added before twisting it. It also looks remarkable together with statement jewelry or even a simple veil as an entire bridal ensemble.