How to Make a Sock Bun How to Cut a Sock Bun

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The "perfect bun" may seem elusive but with this simple solution, it'll cease to elude you. Using a clean sock to act as your guide, you'll be able to design a fashionable, yet functional, classic bun.

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   Select a sock. It's best to use the odd sock that isn't useful anymore; avoid using a sock that's still in regular use. The sock should be ankle or mid-shin length; anything longer risks bunching up. Shorter socks tend to cradle your bun and hold it in place.

   • Select a sock that won't "shed" or create too many loose threads. You'll be cutting this sock, so if it tends to unravel with loose threads, find another or be prepared to darn the edges.
   • Socks close in color to your hair color work best, as it will blend in more should it peek through your strands.^[1]

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   Cut off the end. Remove the toe-end of the sock using sharp, fabric scissors. Your goal is to create a tube out of the sock, so only cut off as much as is needed to do this. Follow the seam if possible when cutting. That way you will have a cleaner, straighter cut.^[2]

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   Put your hair in a ponytail. Roll up the sock so that it is donut or ring shaped, and slip it over the ponytail. Pull it to the base of the ponytail so that all of the hair is gathered inside of it.^[3]

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   Pull the sock to the ends of your hair. Once all the hair is gathered inside the sock, pull it as close to the ends as you can. Tuck the hair around the side and into the center of the bun.^[4]

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   Roll the sock down. Hold the ends of your hair at the center of the sock and roll the fabric down towards the base of the ponytail. The hair will gather in a ring around the sock. Rotate the sock as you roll it down so that it is completely covered by your hair.^[5]

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   Finish the bun. When the sock has reached the base of the ponytail, tug on the edges and adjust them so that none of the sock can be seen through your hair. Use bobby pins to secure the bun to your scalp if it feels loose or moves around at all. Add a light misting of hairspray, and you're finished.^[6]

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   Finished.

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• Question

  Can I go to sleep with the sock bun to make my hair curly?

  

  Yes, you can, but expect a slight wave. For tighter curls, try putting your hair in braids for the night.

• Question

  Is it the same when I use a store bought hair donut?

  

  Yes. The sock is just "free", as an odd sock generally has no use anymore. The store bought ones are great for matching your hair colour though, so it is harder to see.

• Question

  How would I take it out?

  

  Start by pulling out all of the pins. After that, unroll the sock and pull it out. Once you are left with just a ponytail, simply pull off the hair tie and brush your hair out.

• Question

  Can I do it with long hair?

  

  Yes! Longer hair will make it easier, and the longer the hair, the bigger the bun.

• Question

  Do I need to use a product?

  

  If your hair will stay in place or act as you want it to without products, then don't use any. With some hair, products can help a lot, but some hair doesn't need it to look good. It's your choice.

• Question

  Does this work on thick hair?

  

  Yes, it should. However, if some hair is sticking out, use hair spray or something to smooth it down.

• Question

  How do I make a high bun with a sock bun?

  

  To do this, just do a higher ponytail when you tie your hair up, then carry on with everything else, as shown.

• Question

  Can I reuse the sock bun?

  

  Yes! The sick bun can be reused again and again, as long as it isn't falling apart. You may have to wash it from time to time, however, especially if it picks up oils and product residue from your hair.

• Question

  Will this work for short hair?

  

  It depends how short. You can get hair donuts that match your hair colour, ponytail short hair and pin it around those and you should get a similar look. Your hair has to be long enough to be put in a ponytail with a good few inches left to do this though.

• Question

  Can I do this with shoulder-length hair?

  

  Yes. In fact that might be the perfect length, but you may have some strands sticking out on the ends (especially if you have layers), which you can fix with bobby pins or hair spray.

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• Use wet hair to create a tighter, more professional look. For a messy and casual bun, dry hair works best.

• If you like messy buns, try this without brushing your hair first.

• To make your bun look softer and prettier, try leaving out your shorter bang pieces of hair from the bun

• If you like to braid your hair at night, don't before attempting a bun: it will make your hair look frizzy.

• If you want a neater and more persuasive hair bun, apply hair mousse before wrapping the hair around the sock.

• If you want a messy bun, the leave some hair out of the pony tail and add it in after you are done.

• If you want a messy bun, pull out some strands of hair out.

• Accessorize with a headband and/or ribbons for a unique style!

• Leave half the sock unrolled when you put on the ponytail to prevent flyaways.

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To use a sock to make a bun, cut the toe end off and roll the sock into a donut or ring shape. Slide the sock onto your ponytail, then pull it as close to the tip of your hair as you can. Tuck any remaining hair under the center of the donut. Then, roll the sock down slowly, gathering your hair in a ring as you go. Rotate the sock as you roll it down so your hair completely covers it. Spray your bun with hairspray if you'd like, then rock the look! For more helpful advice on what types of socks to choose, scroll down!

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