Messy Buns That'll Still Have You Looking Polished

This hairstyle looks as ready for a wedding reception as a workday, which is seriously impressive considering it takes about two minutes, two hair elastics, and maybe two pins. Simply put your hair in a low ponytail, braid it, tuck it through (wrapping and tucking a second time for longer hair), and pin in place.

We love the way the braid sits so prettily on top of a Dutch braid. The reverse of a French braid, with Dutch braids the sections of hair are crossed underneath each other as you braid. These double Dutch braids will make any messy bun, topknot, or low bun look awesome. You can secure the two braids with clear elastics before pulling hair into a bun to make sure they don't fall apart in the process.

This chic half bun works well for second-day hair with some dry shampoo to hold up the bun all day long. We recommend using pins to secure this to ensure it doesn't lose volume or height.

This easy style looks effortless without looking drab, and it works great for ladies with naturally straight hair who can't hold a high bun in place as well those with coarser, curlier hair. Simply secure hair in a low ponytail, loop the ends through the elastic once more (but only halfway), and then wrap a single section of the excess around the base, securing with a pin. Leaving some of the excess ponytail hanging out adds to the laidback feel of this look.

A pop of color is perfect for any last-minute topknot in the spring or summer, and a small silk scarf looks both poised and stylish. After securing the bun, wrap the scarf around it and tie.

This tutorial works on lob-length hair by using a technique that starts with just a low pony. A few pins later, and you're set. This look is very similar to the messy bun that Meghan Markle has been wearing for royal public appearances. Get the tutorial here at Bloglovin'.

If you have a knack for French braiding, this stylish bun is the easiest way to look polished on any day. This style doesn't even require any pins. Get the tutorial from Dani Marie.

This ultimate big bun looks put-together and preppy with its adorably bow-like style. You'll look ready to take on the day in literally two minutes! Get the tutorial from Impressions.

This best-selling bun cuff looks stunning on a low, messy French twist-esque bun. A bun cuff allows you play around with how you cinch and hold your hair, and this cuff works amazingly well for buns, ponytails, and half-up styles. This style gathers hair into a loose twisted bun before securing.

This style looks polished but un-fussy. It's loose in a way that looks effortless, but won't fall out on you! Get the tutorial from Camille Styles.

A reverse braid is a little harder to master, but it sure comes in handy once you learn it! This messy topknot gets instantly more polished thanks to the upside-down Dutch braid. Get the tutorial from Lulus.

The easiest way to make a second-day hair messy bun look completely intentional is by accessorizing with fun headbands! Ladies are doubling up two skinny headbands to put some extra volume and playfulness into an everyday hairstyle. Find cute skinny tortoiseshell headbands for this look at Shopbop.

Any messy bun looks stylish and pre-planned when using a fun accessory, and nothing is classier than these pearl-like pins and ponytail holders from Chloe + Isabel. This bun uses a basic low twisting style, but secures with the ponytail duo in a pretty rose gold color.

This bun is perfect for busy weekdays or lazy weekends. After adding some texturizing spray, secure hair in a low ponytail. Then, pull the ponytail through the elastic one last time, stopping a little short to create a loop. Twist the extra hair around the base and secure with pins. Finally, pull apart the gathered loop to create the loose, messy texture and fanned look.

Update your easy twisted low bun with two crossing braids. Start by separating two small sections of hair around the face, by the ears. Pull the rest of the hair back into a bun, then secure with an elastic. Braid both sections, moving back towards the bun. Secure each with bobby pins in the center, weaving them together to look uniform.

Dallas-based style blogger Courtney Kerr dubs this look her "good, bad hair day." If even dry shampoo won't cut it anymore, this easy topknot sealed with a pretty silk turban is her answer to looking stylish against all odds.

For this look, you secure a clear elastic towards the end of your hair to make sure disaster doesn't strike and hair doesn't fall out from all directions! After that step, twist into your usual bun and secure with pins, letting that bit fall out. Get the tutorial from The Beauty Department.

Get two adorably messy buns for one price with this look! This simple two-step process gives you playful and stylish buns that use texturizing spray and a little teasing to add volume. Get the tutorial from The Beauty Department.

This beautiful bun is romantic with a touch of glam, and we're thinking we've seen this look on the likes of Blake Lively, perhaps? Get the tutorial from Amber Fillerup Clark.

We love a classic hairstyle like this timeless chignon, but dressed down with a fun accessory and loose pieces. This tutorial even includes instructions for making this DIY copper hair piece. Get the tutorial for the chignon and the hair accessory from Paper & Stitch.

A relaxed French twist can be both elegant and easygoing. Grab your hair from one side, roll and tuck into the center, and clip in place.

We just discovered that there are baseball caps made specifically for messy buns—ladies, rejoice! There's an added cutout farther up that will fit your messy bun perfectly, letting you look casual chic any dirty-hair day.