Love creating fun, quick hairstyles? My daughter Lotte discovered this donut bun trick from life hack videos, and I jumped in to help. As a mom who's styled countless ponytails and buns over the years, I always enjoy these creative moments—even more than endless playtime.
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Donut buns can be styled in various ways—sometimes with an actual hair donut, other times with just elastics and clips. Today, I'll share how I created Lotte's double donut bun using simple tools, drawing from my hands-on experience perfecting kid-friendly styles.
Lotte wanted not one, but two donuts this time! My home donuts were a bit large for her fine hair, but we improvised beautifully with elastics and a clip.
Here's the simple process I followed:
For a polished topknot, grab one of the donut tools below. They make donut buns effortless, whether you're going for neat or messy chic.
These affordable donuts (under $10) simplify stunning buns, even if DIY isn't your forte. I've tested the left and middle ones extensively—they hold up all day. Find them at Bol.com or your local drugstore.
Technique varies by donut type:
Beyond Lotte's look, explore these creative donut styles for endless variety.
