Super Sweet: One-Stop-Shop Inspiration for Your Donut Bun

By the end of this article, you may or may not be on the prowl for an ooey, gooey, sweet and delicious pastry. Whether or not you indulge in an edible donut, though, you’ll definitely have a few tricks up your sleeve when it comes to using a hair donut.

Before we get started, let’s address a few questions. First — and most importantly — what is a hair donut? In short, it’s a piece of light foam that’s shaped like a donut. Some people create them out of everyday socks, which is why it’s sometimes called a “sock bun.”

Next, you’re probably thinking: “Don’t I need a lot of hair for this?” The answer to that question is: kind of. Donut buns make it look like you have way more hair than you actual do. Still, you do need longish-hair to pull any of these tutorials off. If you have short or thin hair, consider adding some temporary, faux extensions before completing the below styles.

Twisted Sock Bun

We see the braided sock bun quite a bit, but why not create something just as striking — and potentially easier via the twisted sock bun? YouTube user Bebexo walks you through this less-than-two-minute hair tutorial for a “twisted sock bun.” All you have to do is gather your hair into a high pony tail, create a rope braid/twisted section, then create a donut bun with your remaining hair. Finally, twist your rope braid around the donut bun and you’re ready to hit the road.

Wispy Donut Bun

Has the traditional way of creating a donut bun eluded you? It can definitely be kind of tricky. Fortunately, there’s an alternative method, as described by Megan of the Crosswired Dreamers blog. This unconventional way of styling a donut bun creates a more wispy — and in our opinion — organic finished look. Check out Megan’s “perfected technique” and then try it out yourself.

15+ Ways to Accessorize a Donut Bun

Our friend Christina at Hair Romance totally gets it. She recently showcased one high sock bun, but styled it 15 different ways. All it took was a new accessory and each look was completely transformed. She used everything from scarves to faux flowers to headbands to bows. Check out the blog post for some major inspiration. At the end of the blog post, she includes four additional ways to create a sock bun hairstyle, so make sure you check them out.

Braid Wrapped Donut Bun

Don’t you love it when a hairstyle makes it look like you spent hours perfecting it, when it reality you finished the whole shebang in under 10 minutes? This braid wrapped donut bun by The Freckled Fox is exactly that kind of hairstyle. For this tutorial, you’ll need a hair donut, hair ties, bobby pins and hair spray. Emily says that this look is extremely versatile and that she’s worn it everywhere from “wedding to a rodeo.”

Super Messy Sock Bun

Last, but not least, we’re showing you a super messy sock bun. You often see really sleek donut or sock buns, which are great, but sometimes you can’t help but crave something with way more texture. Cue the super messy sock bun, detailed by YouTube user Comfortel. She uses a variety of products to build volume and texture, then creates the bun. You can add even more texture by curling or crimping your hair before creating the sock bun.

If you loved these donut bun tutorials, then you’ll REALLY love these stunning braids!