Friday, June 7, 2013

beauty draws us with a single hair.

When it comes to hairstyles, I am no pro. In fact, even the simplest hairstyles turn into a disaster when I try. This is why I stick with the basics: curly, straight, ponytail, bun. Anything else just ends up being a total hair nightmare!

Since I am constantly rocking a bun, I decide to kick it up a notch and try a hair donut. This one is from Goody and was $3CDN. The instructions were simple enough to follow and I think that it turned out okay....but I still need some practice! But hey, practice makes perfect, right? For a first attempt, I'm happy with the result. It added a ton of volume to my hair and felt really secure. That bun was not moving! I just need to work on making it look neater and super sleek. Next time, maybe!


Here are the super easy step-by-step instructions to achieving a voluminous bun with a hair donut!

Step 1: Pull hair into a ponytail on the top or back of your head
Step 2: Pull ponytail through the hair donut
Step 3: Use bobby pins to arrange your hair around the donut and pin into place

Here are some pictures of my first attempt....messy but secure!



Have you tried a hair donut before? Any tips or tricks to share?

xo Shannon
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43 comments:

  1. AnonymousJune 7, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    That looks cute! I've never tried the hair donut but sometimes seeing stuff like this makes me want to have long hair again!

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  2. Anna and KlaudiaJune 7, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    wow, great job! :)

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  3. Kallie @ But First, CoffeeJune 7, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    I love donut buns! I also tease my crown before pulling into the bun :)
    Kallie, But First, Coffee

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  4. TatianaJune 7, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    niceee :) i have the same problem as you- mine are always super messy! (yours is actually much better than mine :P)

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  5. ekyjonesJune 7, 2013 at 12:40 PM

    it looks so pretty! I am definitely trying this when I get a hair donut :) xxx
    http://handpickedbeauty.blogspot.co.uk

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  6. Eva M.June 7, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    Thank you for commenting on my new post!
    Amazing hair u have! So healthy! :)

    xx
    FashionEvELand | FEEL

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  7. Bethany MillsJune 7, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    Lovely post! amazing bun idea!
    Kisses from Miami,
    Borka
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  8. AnonymousJune 7, 2013 at 12:56 PM

    I made my own from some socks, its the same thing just I didn't want to pay haha (cheap skate I am). It makes buns look soo elegant :)
    Nikki Boucherica xx
    www.fashionmagical.blogspot.com

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  9. Ivana SplitJune 7, 2013 at 12:58 PM

    cool idea
    http://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/

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  10. Elizabeth ValcharJune 7, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    you're sooooooo pretty. love your eyes. and your hair is really amazing:) lobe your bun:)

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  11. Bethany MillsJune 7, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    Oh wow the bun looks so great!

    Love,
    Nyt from BIG hair LOUD mouth

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  12. Sonya V.June 7, 2013 at 4:50 PM

    Amazing pics and beautiful woman! I love this kind of bun ^^

    Love from Vivalaohlalá!

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  13. Diana S.T.June 7, 2013 at 8:46 PM

    it looks absolutely perfect...!!!! this is a great accessorie for our hair, I´ll be looking for one of those...
    kisses
    www.petitgraphie.blogspot.com

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  14. Linses Cotton Etc.June 7, 2013 at 11:00 PM

    I've never tried one before, I don't really know why as yours looks fab and so shiny :) xx

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  15. littlemisschinagirlJune 8, 2013 at 2:16 AM

    You look super pretty with that bun doll, love it!:)
    xx

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  16. ElenaJune 8, 2013 at 2:18 AM

    Your bun is adorable <3 love it so much!

    Have a nice day, dear!
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  17. CarlaJune 8, 2013 at 5:48 AM

    This stuff is the BEST!! Your hair looks uhhhmazing Shannon!!! Simply gorgeous! xo

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  18. Laviña JampitJune 8, 2013 at 7:59 AM

    this is a cool try on our hair! :)

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  19. MyJune 8, 2013 at 8:39 AM

    It does look professional! I am the same with hair do's, I can't even make the french braid that I absolutely love, so always going with a pony tail or with my hair open.

    http://myfashionfoodstyle.blogspot.co.il/

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  20. Giusy LoporcaroJune 8, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    bellissima! anche io la uso!

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  21. Natalia BeroizJune 8, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    I really want to use this, but here in Argentina this isn't here

    Kiss, Nati
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  22. Bethany MillsJune 8, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Love your hair!

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  23. samecookiesdifferentJune 8, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    ❤❤❤

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  24. IzabellaJune 8, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    love it !! :)
    I followed you :) follow me to please ? :)

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  25. IzabellaJune 8, 2013 at 11:10 AM

    love it !! :)
    I followed you :) follow me to please ? :)

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  26. Bethany MillsJune 8, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    your bun came out cute. Great eye make-up as well :) Whenever I attempt to pull my hair in a donut or sock bun, it doesn't look right..I definitely need more practice

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  27. Bethany MillsJune 8, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    Looks so pretty on you!!!! It turned out really nice! I think my hair is a tad short for this style, but perhaps when it gets longer I'll have a go at it!

    http://lookofcataclysm.blogspot.com/

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  28. YinyinJune 8, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    I love using hair doughnuts!
    I found britpopprincess's video on youtube really helpful for tips on using the hair doughnut:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7kwLG9QGto

    Yinyin xx
    YinyinLoves

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  29. Bethany MillsJune 8, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    This looks absolutely awesome. I have to try it cause I am also not a pro when it comes to hair styles. :)

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  30. Bethany MillsJune 8, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    you did it so perfectly! my hair just dont want to cooperate with me whenever i try to attempt that. i have too many layers. lol

    I hope you're having a beautiful day ~ XO
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  31. LeeLeeJune 8, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    It looks great on you. I haven't tried it, but I may have to, it looks easy.

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  32. Antonella LeoneJune 9, 2013 at 7:59 AM

    great <3

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  33. AnonymousJune 9, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    Wow, this is great! I love your blog, it’s really cute and I love the way you write. I’ve only just discovered your blog and I’ve just read through all your posts! Follow and check out me? http://charlottehavs.blogspot.co.uk

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  34. Bethany MillsJune 9, 2013 at 9:01 AM

    You are very welcome for the tips on my post dear! I am glad I could help. I hope they work great for you too.

    I love this bun on you by the way. I can't wait until all my layers grow out and I can get my hair in a bun again! Hope you are having a good weekend! xx Pip

    Easy Outfits by Pip

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  35. Katy MageJune 9, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    Super cute :)

    DARE 2 WEAR

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  36. Bethany MillsJune 9, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    Your hair looks amazing, I love your blog! Would you like to follow each other on bloglovin? Let me know on my blog,
    Becca x

    www.prettystrangerz.blogspot.com

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  37. juiceJune 10, 2013 at 3:09 PM

    wow! amazing.

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  38. Bethany MillsJune 10, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    I usually loop it through and then literally roll it down :) I find that this keeps all the fly aways down and you can go without using bobby pins at all!

    Grace www.ouihui.blogspot.com

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  39. Christine YunJune 11, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    I still need to learn how to perfect this haha.

    Christine
    www.trendenvy.com

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  40. Bethany MillsJune 12, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    so chic! I love how it turned out!!!

    <3Amanda
    feast.fashion.faves

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  41. Mihaela PojoguJune 14, 2013 at 5:44 AM

    looks awesome easy peasy!
    xo
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  42. MeriJune 15, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Hi! amazing <3

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    love from turkiye

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  43. SubzJune 18, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Thank you girl for this post!
    It is very helpful!
    I'm not at all a hair pro, too, so whatever I try turn out to be a mess!
    Thank you!! :)

    http://fashionofad.blogspot.gr/

    xo xo
    Olie

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