Ballerina buns are strikingly feminine and elegant and became popular as part of the balletcore trend that emerged a few years ago. Although certain elements of the ballet aesthetic have always been around, they became a strong fashion influence in the early 1920s and are still strong today. If you want to take advantage of the ballerina bun trend, watch these video tutorials and learn some helpful tips.

We love this simple and stylish hairstyle for its flattering look and the ease with which it can be created. Thanks to the wavy face framing, this updo is also easy to wear and suitable for almost any occasion, from a brunch date to a night out. Those who don't have a strict dress code can even wear this bun to work.

All you need are two hair ties and some hairspray. Use a scrunchie to create a ponytail; this will give your bun some extra volume. Twist and wrap the ponytail around the base and place a smaller hair tie on top to hold the bun in place. If you have layered hair, use a few bobby pins to keep the layers from sticking out of the bun.

The characteristic feature of a ballet bun is that it sits high on the back of your head, somewhere between a low bun and a high bun. In this video you will learn how to make a classic chignon, set higher and resembling a ballerina bun. A perfect hairstyle for a wedding guest, it will complement a halter neck dress like no other.