Mistakes Everyone Makes When Wearing A Chignon Bun

Speaking of the oh-so-coveted tousled look, if you really want to achieve an authentic look, try securing your bun with a hairpin. As Mallett says, "to get the most natural and undone French look, the trick here is not to use an elastic" (via Byrdie).

On the other hand, those who want the sleek look (à la Hailey Baldwin) make the common mistake of trying to achieve it on the same day they wash their hair. "Day-old hair can sometimes give a better bun finish," celebrity hairdresser George Northwood (who's responsible for Meghan Markle's iconic bun) told British Vogue. "Hair is easier to handle and with a good texturizing spray added you can achieve a really fabulous finish." Who knew!?

Avoid these mistakes, and your chignon bun will have never looked chicer. You can thank us later.