# Poised Plait Updos The Beauty Department Braid Bun Bang is Ballerina Approved By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-06-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braid-bun-bang References: [thebeautydepartment](http://thebeautydepartment.com/2012/06/updo-bangs/) The ballerina bun remains a popular fashionista 'do, and the Braid Bun Bang tutorial shows you how to add an easy twist to this already effortless look. While the tutorial name is a real mouthful, the instructions themselves are quite simple. Before pinning your prim updo in place, make sure to leave a bit of hair hanging out for the braided portion. After you have created your ballerina bun, braid the remaining hair and secure it with a clear rubber elastic. Take your plait and secure it around the base of the bun using [hairspray and bobby pins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nexxus-styling-collection). The Braid Bun Bang tutorial lets you add a whimsical spin on this ever-so-popular look. The [boho braid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textured-clipin-hair) adds a Grecian goddess vibe to this otherwise prim-and-proper 'do, providing a more casual take on this formal style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/hair) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Braided Updos:** Hair trends are moving towards braided updos as a casual and formal style. - **Effortless Looks:** Effortless hairstyles continue to be popular as people prioritize convenience and comfort in their daily routines. - **Whimsical Spins:** Adding a whimsical element to classic hairstyles is a trend that is becoming increasingly popular. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Beauty Salons:** Beauty salons can offer braided updos and other effortless hairstyles as a way to cater to the current trend in hairstyles. - **Retail Hair Products:** Retail hair products can leverage the trend of braided updos by offering products specifically designed for creating this type of hairstyle. - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory companies can create hair accessories to add a whimsical element to classic hairstyles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Wear Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-series-shippou.md) - [Accessorized Styling Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/style-treat-sweet-to-sleek-treat.md) - [Balayage-Inspired False Lashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balayage-wispies.md) - [Wedding Hair Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2-oh.md) - [Zero-Waste Hair Ties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fizzy-goblet.md) - [At-Home Hairdressing Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ubhair.md) - [Heatless Styling Balms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatless-styling-balm.md) - [AI-Based Salon Try-Ons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-corp.md) - [Sporty Wig Adhesives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-lace-bond-sport-edition.md)