Our Hairstyle Of The Moment: Space Buns
Space buns are the hairstyle that always scream retro, yet they never look old-fashioned.
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Space buns are the hairstyle that always scream retro, yet they never look old-fashioned. This playful, sexy and youthful style made its first appearance in mainstream culture in one of the most famous space movies of all time: Star Wars. Ever since Princess Leia wowed audiences with her stunning buns, this hairstyle has enjoyed icon status.
AND NOW, IT'S BACK, AND BETTER THAN EVER.
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There is something of a 90s revival underway in the world of fashion at present. The rock-chick look is back in a big way. The fun and sexy look that was made hugely popular by the Spice Girls during the 1990s has never really gone away. However, it’s now more popular than ever. And at the heart of this great look are space buns.
The 90s Rock-Chick Look
Like so many elements of fashion, this latest revival is the result of celebrity culture. The likes of Katy Perry and Kendall Jenner have recently been seen out and about with the hairstyle of the moment, and other celebrities are following suit.
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CREATING BUNSIS A QUICK AND SIMPLE PROCESS
But the buns aren’t just about recreating the 90s rock-chick look; they’re about practicality, too. Creating buns is a quick and simple process, which takes hair out of your face and keeps it in place throughout the day. Furthermore, this playful hairstyle is so versatile. Whether you are wearing jeans and a T-shirt or a knee-length dress and boots, your buns will always look on trend.
So many variations to choose from
The space bun has evolved over the years - to the point where there are literally dozens of variations to choose from.
HALF-DOWNYou can create eye-catching buns while keeping some hair on your shoulders.
BIG AND FULLIf you have thin hair, voluminous buns can create the impression of thickness.
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SHORT HAIRIf you have relatively short hair, use some fabric that is similar to the colour of your hair to create tightly wound buns.
GLITTER BALLSThis variant is for girls who just love to have fun. Two big and full buns can be made to look even more fun with a liberal sprinkling of party glitter.
BRAIDEDBraid two ponytails, and wrap them into a bun using elastic.
Anything goes
The classic space bun hairstyle is constantly evolving. This is something you can now have fun with, so try to be creative and inject a little of your own personality into your look.
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For instance, your buns will look stunning if you dye your hair a bright and vivid colour first. You can also experiment with more than one variant of space buns at the same time. Combine braids and the half-down style to create something of your very own. Also, try varying the distance between the two buns, or maybe positioning one above the other will work for you.
Your buns should be a reflection of your personality, so be creative, and don’t be afraid to take risks.