The diversity of theTrend hairstyles for 2022is really impressive. But even if you have decided on a hairstyle and now wear it with pride, there are days when you just don't feel like having your hair down, and this is especially true for longer hair. Updos, ponytails and buns are the keywords here! Have you come across the term “Octopus Bun”? If so, you're probably interested in learning more. We explain what this trend hairstyle 2022 is all about and how you can style it yourself for a casual, elegant and comfortable look in everyday life.
What is the Octopus Bun?
The Octopus Bun is a sophisticated bun hairstyle that...Messy Bunsimilar or has the same goal: Not only is it styled super quickly, making it the perfect last-minute hairstyle even for beginners, but it also looks really great. Whether for an airy neck in the hot summer or as a casual home hairstyle, we are sure that every woman will fall in love with this hairstyle!
What does the octopus have to do with this bun? Now, to style it, use individual strands that resemble the tentacles of the octopus, so to speak. These strands not only form the bun itself, but can (and should) even hang out here and there and stick out in a fringed manner - this even creates the typically casual look. The bun itself imitates the body of an octopus. But how do you get theseLightning hairstyle yourselfhin?
Style your bun yourself – this is how it’s done:
You don't have to be a hairstyle professional to style the octopus bun, perfection is out of place here. On the contrary: If you simply don't have the time, desire or talent for unusual hairstyles, you can take advantage of this trendy hairstyle. Despite its simplicity, the octopus bun almost looks like a real work of art, and all without any effort. Below we explain how to recreate the hairstyle:
1. Bend your head forward so that the hair falls down over your head. Tie a loose bun, ideally directly on the top of your head.
2. The tips that now stick out of the hair tie would now be theclassic bunwrap around the hair tie. But not with the Octopus Bun! Instead, let them stick out like this, which represents the “tentacles.”
3. Add the finishing touches: If you have long hair, you can loosen the bun a little so that the strands don't get quite as long. You can also pull a few strands out of the bun here and there and let them hang down.
If there are too many hanging strands, you can “correct” the octopus bun by tucking some of them away with hair clips. In general, you don't necessarily have to leave all the strands sticking out. This could seem too chaotic for some people, especially if you have very thick hair. Then just use part of it to wrap around the hair tie and hide it that way.
All men, who often dowear a man's bun, you can be happy: If your hair is long enough, you too can follow the trend and tie an octopus bun. You may have been wearing it for a long time without even realizing it. Depending on the length and thickness of your hair, this type of man bun can of course be more lush, like for women, or more subtle. For men, the bun is also styled at the back of the head rather than on the top of the head. The perfect everyday hairstyle for men too!
The Octopus Bun can even be chosen for special occasions
Casual and chic for both men and women
The length of the protruding strands can vary
The perfect hairstyle for both thick and thin hair
