Hi, I’m Lena — a salon stylist with 10+ years’ experience creating gorgeous bundle hairstyles for women. For this gallery I curated 28 looks that show how extensions, sew-ins, weaves, and braided bundles can add volume, length, and protective styling across textures. These styles suit clients who want low‑maintenance glamour, busy professionals seeking long‑lasting shape, and anyone transitioning between natural cuts and longer looks. My top tips: always match bundle texture and density to your natural hair, prep and moisturize the scalp before install, and choose the right method (sew-in, glue‑less, or quick weave) for your lifestyle. I recommend professional installation for longevity and to protect your edges. Throughout these 28 images you’ll find classic straight bundles, soft waves, curly blends, and braided bases — each with practical notes on maintenance and styling so you can pick the perfect look and keep your hair healthy.
Textured Messy Double Braids with Face-Framing Wisps
These textured, slightly messy double braids with face-framing wisps work well on medium to thick hair and on hair with natural wave or light curl. Fine hair can achieve the look with a texturizing powder or clip-in extension pieces; very curly hair should be smoothed slightly at the roots for more defined braids. Start on dry hair with grip: spray sea-salt or texturizing mist, create a soft center part, then braid two low pigtails loosely, securing with clear elastics. Pancake each braid by gently pulling outer loops to widen and create a lived-in texture; pull out a few small front pieces for the wispy fringe. For volume at the crown, lightly backcomb the roots before braiding and finish with a light-hold hairspray to tame frizz. Tools: tail comb, hair elastics, bobby pins, small round brush or curling iron to shape face pieces. Products: texturizing spray, dry shampoo, light-hold hairspray, smoothing serum for ends. Difficulty: easy-medium – suitable for at-home styling. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo, re-pancake braids daily to restore shape, sleep in a loose silk scarf, and replace elastics every few days to avoid breakage.
Textured Curly High Messy Updo with Soft Curtain Bangs
This elevated messy updo works best on naturally curly, wavy, or medium–thick hair; straight hair can be pre-texturized with a curling iron. From the salon chair: prep damp hair with a lightweight mousse and heat protectant, then diffuse or rough-dry to enhance texture. Section the crown, lightly backcomb for lift, and gather hair into a loose high ponytail, leaving face‑framing tendrils and curtain bangs out. Twist or loop small sections and secure with bobby pins to build a soft, voluminous bun—pull pieces free for an undone finish. Shaped curtain bangs are smoothed with a 1
Braided Crown Half-Up with Loose Romantic Curls
Salon-ready braided crown half-up with loose romantic curls. Best for medium to long hair—fine, medium or thick—and works especially well on hair with natural wave or added texture. Technique: create a deep side Dutch/French braid along one or both hairlines, pancake the braid for width, then gather the braid(s) into a half-up knot or loop at the back and secure with bobby pins and a small elastic. Curl remaining lengths in alternating directions with a 1 curling iron, then brush out gently for soft, blended waves. Tools needed: 1 curling iron or wand, tail comb, sectioning clips, paddle brush, bobby pins and small clear elastics. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root lifter for fine hair (or smoothing cream for frizz-prone hair), texturizing spray for grip, and a flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: intermediate — expect 25–40 minutes depending on length and experience. Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely braid the lengths, refresh with texturizer or a quick re-curl, re-pin any loosened sections, and avoid heavy oils at the roots to preserve lift and texture.
Voluminous Pancake Braid Updo — Textured Romantic Style for Long Hair
Suitability: Best for long, medium-to-thick hair and hair with some natural wave — can be achieved on straight hair after texturizing. Fine hair needs extensions or heavy texturizing to reach the same fullness. Technique: Work on dry, prepped hair. Create a deep side part, then build from the crown with small French/Dutch braids that feed into a large three-strand or pull-through braid down the length. Pancake each braid section to widen strands and pin strategically to form a cascading updo. Tools: tail comb, sectioning clips, small clear elastics, lots of bobby pins, a teasing brush, and an optional 1–1.25” curling wand for shaping face-framing pieces. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root-lift spray, texture spray or dry shampoo for grip, lightweight smoothing serum for shine, and a medium-hold hairspray to set. Difficulty: Advanced — requires practice with braiding and pancaking; expect 45–75 minutes in-salon. Maintenance: Sleep on a silk pillowcase, re-secure loose pins, refresh volume with dry shampoo or texture spray, and avoid overwashing. Schedule a deep-conditioning treatment every 1–2 weeks to keep long hair strong and glossy.
Long Voluminous Layered Waves with Face‑Framing Curtain
This long, voluminous layered wave works best on medium to thick long hair and can be adapted for fine hair with added texture or extensions. The cut uses long, graduated layers and a soft face‑framing curtain to maximize movement and reduce bulk around the face. Styling technique: on damp hair apply a root‑lift mousse and heat protectant, then blow‑dry with a round brush to build volume at the crown and smooth the layers. Create loose S‑shaped waves with a 1–1.5 curling iron or wand, alternating direction and leaving the last 1–2 of the ends out for a modern, lived‑in finish. Cool and break up curls with fingers or a wide‑tooth comb, finish with a flexible hairspray and a light shine serum on ends. Tools needed: blow dryer with nozzle, round brush, sectioning clips, 1–1.5 curling iron/wand, wide‑tooth comb. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse/root lift, leave‑in smoothing cream, flexible hold hairspray, lightweight shine oil. Difficulty: intermediate (30–45 minutes). Maintenance: trim every 8–12 weeks, deep‑condition weekly, sleep on silk or a loose braid, and refresh with dry shampoo or quick re‑curls.
Textured Romantic Half‑Up with Face‑Framing Curls
Salon-friendly textured half-up that showcases loose, face-framing curls. Best for natural wavy to curly hair (2A–3C) and medium-to-thick textures; fine hair can achieve similar volume with light extensions or root teasing. Start on damp hair with a heat protectant and a volumizing mousse or curl-enhancing cream. Diffuse or air-dry until almost dry, then refine sections with a 1–1.25 curling wand to create uniform S-shaped curls. Backcomb the crown lightly for lift, smooth the top layer, and gather the upper sections loosely toward the back; twist and secure with bobby pins and a small elastic, allowing soft tendrils to fall around the face. Finish with a texturizing spray for grip and a flexible-hold hairspray to set the style, adding a pea-sized serum to ends for shine and frizz control. Tools: wide-tooth comb, tail comb, diffuser/blow dryer, curling wand, bobby pins, clips. Difficulty: Intermediate — 20–35 minutes. Maintenance: refresh with water + leave-in spray and scrunch, sleep on a silk pillowcase or loose pineapple, use dry shampoo between washes, and deep-condition weekly to maintain curl health and shine.
Textured Half‑Up with Loose Waves — Voluminous Messy Romantic Updo
This textured half-up with loose waves suits medium to long hair, especially medium-thick to thick densities and naturally wavy or curly textures. Fine hair can achieve the look with volumizing products and clip-in extensions for fullness; very straight hair will benefit from texturizing spray and tighter heat-set curls. Styling technique: create a deep side part, curl 1–2 inch sections with a 1–1.25 barrel, then backcomb the crown lightly for lift. Gather the top half into a loose twisted knot or pouf and secure with pins, leaving face-framing tendrils soft. Tools needed: curling wand, wide-tooth comb, teasing brush, sectioning clips, bobby pins, and a fine-tooth tail comb. Products required: heat protectant, root-lifting mousse or spray, sea-salt or texturizing spray, light serum for frizz control, and a flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty level: intermediate — allows mistakes and is forgiving, 20–40 minutes depending on skill and density. Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk pillowcase, refresh with dry shampoo and mist of texture spray on day two, avoid overwashing, and trim ends regularly to keep the style airy and healthy.
Textured High Bun with Curly Fringe — Natural Curl Updo
This high textured bun with a curly fringe works best on 3A–4C natural curl patterns and medium to thick hair density. Start on freshly washed or co-wet hair that’s detangled and lightly stretched. Apply a leave-in conditioner and a medium-hold curl cream to define curls without weighing them down. Use a wide-tooth comb or fingers to gather hair into a high pony at the crown, smoothing edges with a soft bristle brush and a pea-sized amount of edge control. Form the bun by twisting or loosely coiling the ponytail and securing with an elastic and bobby pins, then pull pieces outward to create volume. Define the curly bangs with a small amount of curl cream or gel and finger-twist individual ringlets; diffuse briefly if you need added definition. Tools: wide-tooth comb, soft bristle brush, elastic, bobby pins, small diffuser, silk scarf. Products: leave-in conditioner, curl cream, light gel/edge control, lightweight oil. Difficulty: moderate — simple technique but requires practice to smooth edges and shape the fringe. Maintenance: sleep on a satin bonnet, refresh bangs with water + curl cream, re-secure bun nightly, and avoid heavy products to retain lift.
Textured Half-Up Messy Top Knot with Beach Waves
This relaxed half-up messy top knot with beachy waves suits medium to long hair and works especially well on naturally wavy or loose-curly textures; straight hair can achieve the same look after texturizing. Technique: start on towel-dried hair with a salt spray or light mousse, rough-dry or diffuse to enhance natural texture, then use a 1–1.25 curling wand to alternate loose S-shaped bends through mid-lengths while leaving ends softer. Lightly backcomb the crown for lift, gather the top third of hair, twist into a loose knot and secure with an elastic and a few pins, pulling out face-framing strands for a lived-in finish. Tools needed: blow dryer (diffuser optional), curling wand, sectioning clips, brush/rat-tail comb for teasing, elastics and hairpins. Products required: heat protectant, sea-salt or texturizing spray, lightweight mousse or cream, light-hold hairspray and a small dab of pomade or shine oil for flyaways. Difficulty: easy–moderate — comfortable for home styling after one practice. Maintenance tips: refresh with dry shampoo or water + salt spray, sleep on a silk pillowcase or loose braid, trim ends every 8–12 weeks and deep-condition monthly to maintain healthy texture.
Textured Messy High Bun with Curtain Bangs and Face‑Framing Tendrils
This relaxed, voluminous high bun with curtain bangs and soft face‑framing tendrils suits medium to thick hair and works well on natural waves or straight hair that’s been texturized. For fine hair, build body with a root‑lifting mousse and light backcombing. Start on towel‑dried hair: apply volumizing mousse at the roots and a sea‑salt or texture spray through the lengths, then blow‑dry with a round brush or diffuse to add movement. Backcomb gently at the crown for lift, gather into a high pony, twist loosely and pin sections into an undone bun, pulling out a few tendrils and shaping the curtain bangs. Use a 1
Textured Voluminous Low Chignon with Face‑Framing Curls
Suitable for: medium to long hair with medium to thick density; fine hair can achieve the look with added product and padding, while very curly hair should be smoothed and set first. Styling technique: create soft volume at the crown by lightly backcombing and using a root-lift spray, curl hair into loose S‑shaped waves, gather into a low chignon, and pin sections loosely to preserve texture; leave and shape several face‑framing tendrils for a romantic finish. Tools needed: 1″ curling iron or hot rollers, rat tail comb, sectioning clips, assorted bobby pins and U‑pins, elastic bands, and a detangling brush. Products required: heat protectant, lightweight volumizing mousse or spray, texturizing powder or sea‑salt spray for grip, smoothing serum for ends, and a medium‑hold hairspray to set. Difficulty level: intermediate — expect 30–45 minutes in a salon setting; requires precision pinning and shaping. Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk pillow or loosely wrap in a silk scarf, refresh tendrils with a light mist and fingertip reshape, avoid heavy oils at the roots, and re‑pin any loosened sections between washes to prolong style.
Textured Braided Low Updo with Face‑Framing Tendrils
This textured braided low updo works beautifully on medium-to-long hair and flatters wavy, relaxed curly, or straight textures. Fine hair benefits from a texturizing product and light backcombing for grip; thick hair can be managed by working in smaller sections. Technique: create a loose French or Dutch braid along the crown, gently pancake the braid for volume, gather remaining hair into a low twisted bun or chignon and incorporate braid ends. Pull out a few face‑framing tendrils and soft loops to keep the look relaxed and romantic. Tools needed: rat-tail comb, sectioning clips, elastic bands, bobby pins, curling iron (1–1.25 in.) or straightener for shaping tendrils, and a teasing brush. Products required: heat protectant, texturizing spray or sea‑salt spray, light mousse for hold, flexible-hold hairspray, and a small amount of smoothing serum for flyaways. Difficulty level: intermediate — expect 25–40 minutes depending on hair density. Maintenance tips: refresh texture with dry shampoo, re-pin any loosened pieces, mist lightly with flexible hairspray to preserve movement, and sleep with a silk scarf to extend wear.
Silver-White Voluminous Half-Up Waves with Face-Framing Layers
This look suits long, medium-to-thick hair best but can be adapted for fine hair with added density (extensions or volumizing products). Start on clean, towel-dried hair: apply a lightweight volumizing mousse at the roots and a heat-protectant serum through the lengths. Rough-dry with a round brush to build lift at the crown, then section hair into top and bottom halves. Using a 1¼–1½-inch curling iron or wand, create loose S-shaped waves, alternating barrel direction for natural movement. Backcomb lightly at the crown for height, pull the top section back into a loose half-up and secure with discreet pins, leaving face-framing pieces soft. Finish by gently breaking up curls with fingers and misting a medium-hold texturizing spray for separation and hold. Tools: blow dryer with diffuser/round brush, curling iron/wand, clips, teasing comb and bobby pins. Products: volumizing mousse, heat protectant, smoothing cream, texturizing spray, light-to-medium hold hairspray, and purple shampoo for silver maintenance. Difficulty: intermediate — requires basic curling and teasing skills. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo, sleep on a silk pillowcase or loose braid, touch up toner/purple shampoo monthly and trim every 8–10 weeks.
Voluminous Romantic Side Pull-Through Braid with Soft Face‑Framing Tendrils
A salon-ready, textured pull-through braid finished into a loose side cascade with soft face‑framing tendrils. Best suited for medium-long to long hair and for medium to thick textures; fine hair will benefit from lightweight extensions or root‑level padding to achieve the same volume. Start on dry, pre-textured hair: apply heat protectant, a volumizing mousse at the roots and a salt/texturizing spray through the lengths. Create soft waves with a 1–1.25 curling wand to add grip, then section the crown and backcomb lightly for lift. Form a series of elastic-secured pony sections and pull them through each other (or create a rope braid and pancake the sections) to build the pulled-through, airy look. Secure with small elastics and discreet bobby pins, leaving two to three face‑framing strands loose. Tools needed: curling wand, tail comb, sectioning clips, teasing comb, elastics and pins. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse, texturizing spray, flexible‑hold hairspray, light shine serum. Difficulty: intermediate (20–45 minutes). Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely wrap, refresh with dry shampoo and texturizer, and re‑pin any loosened pieces as needed.
Textured Braided Low Updo with Loose Tendrils
Salon-ready textured braided low updo featuring a loose crown braid and soft, face-framing tendrils. Best suited to medium-to-long hair and medium to thick densities; fine hair benefits from light texturizing or padding while very curly hair should be relaxed slightly or smoothed for the braid to sit cleanly. Technique: create loose waves through the lengths, French/Dutch braid along the crown, then gather remaining hair into a low, voluminous bun formed by looping and pinning sections rather than a tight coil—pull pieces to soften. Tools: 1 curling wand, tail comb, sectioning clips, assorted bobby pins, small clear elastics, and a soft bristle brush. Products: heat protectant, salt or texture spray, light styling cream for flyaways, flexible-hold hairspray and a shine serum for finishing. Difficulty: intermediate—suitable for experienced home stylists or pro stylists; expect 30–45 minutes. Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase, refresh with dry shampoo and texture spray, and secure any loosening pins between wears. For longevity, avoid heavy brushing and rework tendrils with a small curling iron.
Textured Crown Braid Into Voluminous Twisted Ponytail
This romantic, textured crown braid flowing into a voluminous twisted ponytail works best on medium to long hair and is ideal for straight to wavy textures; fine hair can achieve the look with light padding or clip-in extensions, while very curly hair should be loosely smoothed or defined beforehand. From salon experience, start by prepping with a lightweight volumizing mousse at the roots and a heat protectant on lengths. Create a loose Dutch/French braid across the crown, secure at the nape, then convert the remaining hair into a low pony and create defined twists or pull-through sections, gently pancaking each section for width and softness. Tools needed: tail comb, sectioning clips, small clear elastics, bobby pins, 1
Textured High Updo with Side Cornrows and Voluminous Puff
This elegant updo is best suited to natural textured hair (3C–4C) or chemically relaxed hair with strong curl pattern, ideally medium to long in length to create the stacked volume. Technique: section and create two to four small side cornrows toward the crown, then gather the remaining hair into stacked twisted or loosely pinned buns at the top, leaving a soft textured fringe or puff at the front for shape. Tools needed: rat-tail comb for parting, wide-tooth comb, sectioning clips, small elastics, bobby pins/hairpins, diffuser (optional) and a blow-dryer if stretching is desired. Products required: moisturizing leave-in conditioner, cream styler or curl custard for definition, strong-hold edge control, light oil or shine spray, and a flexible-hold hairspray to set. Difficulty level: moderate — requires basic cornrowing skill and experience pinning textured hair; expect 45–75 minutes in-salon. Maintenance tips: sleep with a satin scarf/bonnet, refresh the puff with water + leave-in and a little cream, smooth edges as needed, avoid heavy products that weigh hair down, and re-do cornrows every 2–3 weeks to prevent tension and extend wear.
Voluminous Long Barrel Curls with Lifted Crown
This glamorous, cascading curl look is best suited to medium-to-thick long hair and naturally wavy textures — fine hair can achieve the shape with texturizing or temporary extensions, while very coarse or damaged hair should be nourished before heavy heat styling. Start on clean, towel-dried hair: apply a heat protectant and a root-lifting mousse, then blow-dry with a round brush to create base volume. Section the hair and use a 1–1.5 inch curling iron or large-barrel wand (or heated rollers) to form loose, defined barrel curls, wrapping strands away from the face and pinning curls to cool for longer hold. For crown lift, backcomb the roots lightly or set with Velcro rollers, then smooth the top layer. Tools: curling iron/wand, hot rollers (optional), tail comb, clips, round brush, blow dryer. Products: heat protectant, root lift mousse, flexible-hold hairspray, lightweight serum or shine spray, texturizing spray for grip. Difficulty: intermediate — expect 45–75 minutes. Maintenance: sleep on silk, “pineapple” or loosely braid to preserve shape, refresh with curl mist and scrunch, avoid daily washing, and trim regularly to keep ends healthy.
Boho Half‑Up Textured Waves with Loose Crown Braid
This long, half‑up boho style suits medium to long lengths and works best on naturally wavy or medium‑thick hair; straight hair can achieve the look with added texture. Technique: rough‑dry with a diffuser or towel‑dry and apply a sea‑salt or texturizing spray. Create loose waves with a 1–1.25
High Messy Curly Bun with Face‑Framing Curls
This high messy curly bun suits naturally curly to coily hair types (2B–4A) and wavy hair that wants more texture; it also adapts well to relaxed or heat‑styled hair with added definition. Start with clean, conditioned hair — apply a leave‑in conditioner and curl cream to damp hair. Diffuse until slightly dry or air‑dry for maximum curl definition. Gather hair into a loose high ponytail, secure with a soft elastic, then twist and pin sections with bobby pins, pulling pieces out to create volume and an intentionally undone silhouette. Leave several face‑framing tendrils and enhance them with a small curling wand if needed for uniformity. Tools: wide‑tooth comb, microfiber towel, diffuser, hair elastic, bobby pins, small curling wand (optional). Products: leave‑in conditioner, curl‑defining cream or mousse, light gel for hold, texturizing spray or dry shampoo, and a few drops of hair oil for shine. Difficulty: intermediate — straightforward for curl‑savvy clients but requires taste to balance volume and frizz. Maintenance: pineapple at night on a silk scarf, refresh with water + curl activator, spot‑redefine with a wand, avoid daily washing, and deep‑condition weekly to maintain elasticity and reduce breakage.
Textured Voluminous Curled Updo with Side-Swept Fringe
Salon-ready textured voluminous curled updo with a side-swept fringe. This elegant, structured style suits shoulder-length to long hair with medium to thick density and works beautifully on natural waves, loose curls, or color-treated strands. Technique: start with a volumizing wash, apply heat protectant, then set curls with a 1–1.25 curling iron or hot rollers. Section the hair, backcomb at the crown for lift, shape curls into a rounded pouf and pin each curl with long pins and discreet bobby pins, smoothing the sides into the base. Finish by sweeping a pre-curled front section across the forehead for the side-swept fringe. Tools: curling iron or hot rollers, teasing/rat-tail comb, sectioning clips, long pins, bobby pins, and a fine-tooth comb. Products: volumizing mousse, thermal protectant, texturizing spray, strong-hold hairspray, and a light shine serum for ends. Difficulty: intermediate — requires precision pinning and shaping but is reproducible with practice (30–60 minutes). Maintenance: sleep with a silk scarf or bonnet, refresh volume with dry shampoo or texturizer, secure loose pieces with pins, and avoid heavy oils at the roots.
Romantic Voluminous Half-Up with Loose Curls — Long Layered Hairstyle
This soft, voluminous half-up with loose curls suits medium-to-thick long hair and layered cuts; fine hair can achieve the same look with clip-in extensions or added texture. Technique: on towel-dried hair apply a root-lifting mousse and heat protectant, then blow-dry using a round brush to build crown lift. Section hair and create large, away-from-face curls with a 1–1.5 curling iron or wand. Lightly backcomb the crown for height, sweep the top sections back and secure with bobby pins to form a relaxed half-up, leaving a few face-framing pieces. Gently break up curls with fingers for a soft, modern finish. Tools needed: blow dryer, large round brush, 1–1.5 curling iron/wand, tail comb, sectioning clips, teasing brush, bobby pins. Products required: heat protectant, root-lifting spray or mousse, texturizing spray or powder, light shine serum for ends, flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — salon-level result at home with 30–50 minutes practice. Maintenance tips: refresh with dry shampoo and a light texturizing mist, re-curl any fallen pieces, sleep on a silk pillowcase, trim every 8–12 weeks and use weekly deep-conditioning to maintain bounce and shine.
Textured Messy High Bun with Face‑Framing Tendrils
Suitable for medium-to-thick hair and textured types (wavy, curly, coily); fine hair can achieve the look with padding or a hair donut. Begin on second-day or dry hair—apply a texturizing spray or light mousse from roots to ends and rough-dry with a diffuser or blow-dryer to add grip. Gather hair into a high pony, lightly backcomb the crown for lift, then twist the pony into a loose, voluminous bun and secure with bobby pins or U‑pins; use a donut for extra roundness. Pull out soft face-framing tendrils and define them with a small-barrel curling wand or finger-twisting for a natural bend. Tools: paddle or tail comb, elastic, bobby/U‑pins, curling wand, blow-dryer with diffuser, optional donut. Products: sea-salt or texturizing spray, lightweight mousse, flexible-hold hairspray, smoothing serum for frizz control, dry shampoo for added texture. Difficulty: easy to moderate—quick for a stylist, about 10–25 minutes for DIY. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo and gentle re‑teasing, re-pin any loosened sections, sleep with a silk scarf or loose pineapple, and avoid heavy oils that weigh the style down.
Long Layered Waves with Soft Curtain Bangs
This look pairs long, face‑framing layers with soft curtain bangs for natural, romantic waves. Suitability: Best on medium to thick hair and natural waves (2A–3A); fine hair can wear the style with added texturizing products or extensions; works well on oval, heart, and round faces. Styling technique: Cut long layers to remove bulk and frame the face, then trim bangs into a rounded curtain shape that parts in the middle. Style by blow‑drying bangs with a round brush for bend, then create loose S‑waves using a 1–1.25 inch curling wand or a large barrel iron, alternating direction and leaving ends softer. Tools needed: professional shears and thinning scissors for the cut, round brush, blow dryer with nozzle, 1–1.25 curling wand, sectioning clips. Products required: heat protectant, lightweight leave‑in conditioner, volumizing mousse or root lift, salt or texture spray, light flexible hairspray, and a small drop of shine serum for ends. Difficulty level: Moderate — cutting curtain bangs requires precision; styling is quick once sections are learned. Maintenance tips: trim bangs every 4–6 weeks, refresh layers every 8–12 weeks, use weekly deep conditioning, sleep on silk, and avoid heavy products at the roots to keep movement and bounce.
Tousled Curly High Messy Bun with Face-Framing Tendrils
This tousled high bun showcases natural curl texture with soft face-framing tendrils — ideal for medium to thick curly and wavy hair, and adaptable for fine hair with added texture. Start on damp, detangled hair: apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner and a curl cream to define pattern, then diffuse until 80% dry to retain volume. Gather hair high on the crown, loosely twist into a bun and secure with a snag-free elastic and several bobby pins, leaving out several front strands. For more defined tendrils, wrap selected pieces around a 1-inch curling wand and cool before separating. Tools: diffuser, blow dryer, wide-tooth comb, 1 curling wand, sectioning clips, elastics and bobby pins. Products: heat protectant, curl cream or mousse, texturizing/sea-salt spray, light-hold hairspray and a shine serum for finishing. Difficulty: intermediate — requires curl control and pinning technique; 20–40 minutes depending on prep. Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk pillow or bonnet, refresh with water plus curl cream or texture spray, re-pin loose sections as needed and use dry shampoo at the roots between washes. Request long layers at the salon for movement and easier styling.
Textured Layered Short Bob with Voluminous Side-Swept Waves
This short, layered bob with voluminous side-swept waves suits fine to medium hair seeking lift and framing, and adapts well to naturally wavy or curly textures; thick hair benefits from internal thinning and longer layers to avoid bulk. To recreate it: start with an angled, layered bob that skims the jawline. On damp hair apply a root-lifting mousse and heat protectant. Blow-dry with a medium round brush to build root lift and form the swoop, then use a 1 curling wand or flat iron to create loose S-shaped waves, alternating directions and leaving the ends softer. Finger-tousle and cool before finishing. Tools: blow dryer, medium round brush, 1 curling wand or flat iron, sectioning clips, tail comb. Products: root-lift mousse, heat protectant, lightweight styling cream or pomade, salt/texturizing spray, medium-hold hairspray, occasional shine serum. Difficulty: moderate — typically 20–30 minutes depending on density. Maintenance: trim every 6–8 weeks to preserve shape, refresh daily with dry shampoo and a light mist then reshape with fingers or low heat, and deep-condition weekly to maintain shine and manageability.
Half-Up Double Mini Buns with Textured Waves — Wavy to Curly Hair Styling
This half-up double-bun style works best on medium-to-long wavy and curly hair (2A–3C) and medium to high density. It’s ideal for textured hair because the natural wave provides body and hold. Start on clean, detangled hair: apply a leave-in conditioner and a curl-defining cream or lightweight mousse to damp hair, then diffuse or air-dry until nearly dry to set texture. Section the top crown into two equal portions using a rat-tail comb and secure the lower lengths out of the way with clips. Slightly backcomb the base for lift, twist each section into a small bun and secure with snag-free elastics and a couple of bobby pins; pull out a few face-framing pieces for softness. Tools: wide-tooth comb, rat-tail comb, sectioning clips, elastics, bobby pins, diffuser or curling wand, and a soft brush or toothbrush for edges. Products: leave-in conditioner, curl cream or mousse, light-hold gel or edge control, sea-salt or texture spray, flexible hairspray. Difficulty: easy–moderate (15–30 minutes). Maintenance: sleep on a satin pillow or bonnet, refresh with a water + leave-in spritz or light curl cream, re-twist buns nightly to preserve shape, and avoid heavy oils that weigh down waves. For finer hair, add a root volumizer or temporary clip-in pieces for fullness.
Side-Swept Loose Twisted Braid with Laid Baby Hairs and Soft Waves
This polished, romantic look suits medium to long hair and works well on straight, lightly wavy, or relaxed textures; very thick hair will give extra volume while fine hair may benefit from light extensions for fullness. Start on clean, conditioned hair: blow-dry smooth with a round brush or stretch hair with a blowout for a sleek base. Create a deep side part, smooth the top with a boar-bristle brush and apply a small amount of smoothing cream. Divide hair into two sections and create a loose rope-twist or loosely braided low twist, securing with an elastic and discreet pins; gently pancake the twist to build width and allow soft waves to show. Tools needed: tail comb, boar-bristle brush, curling wand or flat iron for ends, elastics, bobby pins, and a silk scarf. Products: heat protectant, light-hold gel or edge control for laid baby hairs, lightweight hairspray, and a shine serum. Difficulty: intermediate — about 20–35 minutes. Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase or bonnet, refresh waves with a light mist and finger-tousle, re-smooth edges with edge control, and avoid heavy oils near the roots to preserve shape and longevity.
As a professional stylist, my final advice for rocking bundle hairstyles is simple: prioritize scalp and natural-hair health. Keep installs clean, moisturize with lightweight leave-ins, and avoid heavy oils that can loosen wefts. Schedule gentle cleansing every 1–2 weeks, use sulfate-free products, and deep-condition the natural hair beneath bundles every 2–4 weeks. Limit heat on the extensions and use a heat protectant when styling. For longevity, have fills or tightenings performed by a pro at 4–6 week intervals and remove bundles gently to prevent breakage. If you’re new to bundles, start with a friendlier method (sew-in or glue-less) and choose a stylist who respects your edges. Follow these tips and the styling notes in the 28 images to enjoy beautiful, manageable looks without sacrificing hair health.