I remember many a day, sitting with my Mom behind me with her pulling and twisting my hair into a tight bun for class. As a young girl, I hated the ritual, but now I’m able to appreciate the beauty of this classic hairstyle. Often associated with ballet, the bun is not too hard to do, but here are some fun resources to check out for all the details–and a twist or two…

Basic bun 101 – YouTube video that shows how to do a basic bun, complete with hairpins and a hairnet.

Redken – This video tutorial gives some great tips for a good, braided bun.

French Twist – Of course, if you want something a bit more fancy, you can always try a French twist for variety.