13. The Half-Up Braided Bun with Cascading Waves
Can’t decide between wearing your hair down or putting it up? The Half-Up Braided Bun offers the best of both worlds. The top half of the hair is gathered, starting from the temples, and braided back into a central Dutch or French braid. Once it reaches the crown, the braid is spun into a cute, semi-structured top bun, leaving the rest of your hair to flow freely down your back.
Style the cascading lower half into loose, bohemian beach waves or sleek, glossy curls to contrast with the detailed braided topknot. This style adds immediate height to your silhouette, keeps hair out of your eyes, and showcases your hair’s full length and density simultaneously.