Ready to “conquer the universe” and add a little fun to your style? Space buns can be worn almost anywhere and this style works for all hair types. Celebrities like Kourtney Kardashian, Olivia Rodrigo, Miley Cyrus, and Lizzo have all been spotted wearing space buns from the pool to music festivals and walking the red carpet.
This “extraterrestrial” hairdo not only transcends galaxies and adds a playful and edgy element to your look, but it can be dressed up and down with a few modifications.
It is easy to add a touch of elegance by using braids instead of straight hair, adding hair pin flowers, and other accessories like ribbons and colorful extensions. Best of all, you can do space buns in 6 easy steps.
To create space buns you will need:
The Steps to do Space Buns:
- Part your hair down the middle into two equal sections using either your fingers or a rat-tail comb.
- To keep the section of hair you aren’t working on out of the way, you can use a hair clip to pull it back.
- For a fun and funky look, part your hair in zig zags.
- Starting on one side, gather a section of hair and pull it into a high pigtail with a hair tie.
- Create an identical pigtail on the other side and mirror your placement so your space buns aren’t lopsided.
- Twist the pigtail away from your face to create a hair rope and then wrap this around the base of your pigtail.
- The more you twist it, the smaller and neater your bun will look.
- Once the bun is wrapped, tuck the ends of your hair underneath the hair tie or use an additional hair tie to secure.
- Spray your hair with your favorite hairspray to keep these out-of-this world space buns in place all day long.
Once you’ve mastered the classic space bun hairstyle, it’s time to take the look to the next level. And there are no shortage of options you can try. Below you’ll find five of our favorites, and how to create this “otherworldly” look.
5 Fun Versions of the Space Buns Hairstyle
Messy Space Buns
Messy space buns are a fun and playful hairstyle, perfect for a day out at the beach or any casual event. These buns are a great choice for anyone with thick or curly hair, because the look is designed to show off the volume and texture of these hair types while looking stylish.
- Start with steps 1 - 5 from above.
- Use your fingers to gently pull out a few strands of hair from each bun to create a messier, more relaxed look.
- Spray your hair with your favorite hairspray to keep your hair in place.
Space Buns with Braids
Space buns with braids are perfect for more formal and special events like prom. This style creates an eye-catching woven effect that ensures that you have no flyaway hairs too.
- Turn your head upside down and part your hair down the middle into two equal sections using either your fingers or a rat-tail comb.
- To keep the section of hair you aren’t working on out of the way, you can use a hair clip to pull it back.
- Starting at the nape of your neck, pick up one section of your hair and split it into three segments.
- Because this is a Dutch braid, cross the right segment under the middle segment then the left segment under the right segment and then on the third cross pick up some hair to add into the braid.
- Once you’ve braided to the top of your head, gather any remaining hair (if any) and create a ponytail with a hair tie on the top of your head.
- Repeat on the other side.
- Stand up and twist each ponytail and then wrap them around their base.
- Secure with another hair tie or hair pins and spray with hairspray.
Braided Space Buns
A space bun with braids uses a dutch braid instead of a french braid and gives a stunning, textured look to your style. These buns are a great option for bridesmaids, or even the bride herself! They add a bohemian touch to your look and can be dressed up with hair accessories like flowers or ribbons to make a statement.
- Start with steps 1 - 3 from above.
- Take the loose ends of each pigtail and braid them.
- Wrap the braid tightly around the hair tie and secure it with hair pins.
- Repeat on the other side.
Low Space Buns
Low space buns are popular for medium to long hair because they offer a chic, sleek, and effortless look while making it easier to manage, and they help prevent tangles and knots. You can make these buns more formal by using hair accessories like hair pins with pearls or elegant braids. And if you go with a messy low space bun, you’ll be sporting a casual and fun look that holds comfortably all day long.
- Part your hair down the middle, from your forehead to the nape of the neck, using either your fingers or a rat-tail comb.
- Gather one side of your hair and secure it into a ponytail just above the nape of your neck with a hair tie. Repeat with the other side.
- Twist each ponytail into a bun and secure it with a hair tie.
- For a more secure hold, wrap a piece of hair from each bun around the base.
- Finish by setting your buns with hairspray.
Pro-tip: For a fun touch, add some hair accessories like flowers or glitter.
Half Up Space Buns
Half up space buns are a popular hairstyle that combines both a bun and a half-up hairstyle. It’s a fun and playful look that keeps your hair off your face and neck making it ideal for hot weather. You can also dress up or down this style, and the half-up aspect lets your hair fall in loose, flowing waves which adds a touch of romance and femininity to the look.
- Part your hair down the middle into two equal sections using either your fingers or a rat-tail comb.
- Create a horizontal parting at your eyebrow level on the left side.
- Take the top half of your hair and make a pigtail using a hair tie (at the top of your head).
- Twist the pigtail and wrap it around the base of your pigtail to create a bun.
- Secure your bun with another hair tie so to keep it in place.
- Repeat on the other side.
From music festivals to formal affairs, and even some me-time binging your shows, there’s no bad time to wear space buns. And you now know how to create classic space buns and five fun variations for any and every occasion.
