Light up the party
<ul>
<li>Buns work well for evenings out. Pair it with a backless number, a flowy dress or power sleeves.</li>
<li>Bling matters &mdash; pick a sequinned dress or one with glitter. Put on a sparkly hair band to up the ante.</li>
<li>For an edgy look, tie an asymmetrical bun sideways, under or next to your ear.</li>
<li>Make a higher bun if you're wearing a turtleneck or suit.</li>
</ul>
Making the gajra chic
<img title="Guide" src="https://images.mid-day.com/images/2019/nov/sleek-bun-(4).jpg" alt="Guide" />
<ul>
<li>Flowers work well with Indian wear. A simple gajra will do the trick. Or, weave in some Baby's Breath (Candytuft) for a modern touch.</li>
<li>Leave a few loose strands of hair in the front.</li>
<li>If your face is round, pull your hair back and tie a low bun. It helps accentuate your cheekbones.</li>
<li>If you have a chubby face, a side parting helps.</li>
</ul>
 Play it cool
<img title="Guide" src="https://images.mid-day.com/images/2019/nov/sleek-bun-(2).jpg" alt="Guide" />
<ul>
<li>A bun looks great with denim shorts or jeans and a T-shirt.</li>
<li>Pair it with cool shades and large hoops, unless you have a round face.</li>
<li>You can experiment with flower wreaths in earthy shades around the bun. Alternatively, a bright band or scarf around it is great for a hipster look.</li>
<li>If you have a chiselled, oval or slim face then tie the bun slightly higher.</li>
</ul>
 Go traditional
<img title="Guide" src="https://images.mid-day.com/images/2019/nov/sleek-bun-(1).jpg" alt="Guide" />
<ul>
<li>Avoid the bouffant if you have a small face. Flatten your hair out till the nape of the neck and tie a low bun.</li>
<li>Do a middle parting as it accentuates the shape of your face.</li>
<li>This looks great with a saree but make sure you drape it in a non-traditional way or go for a backless blouse. Better still, try a button-down jacket.</li>
<li>Avoid heavy jewellery or loud colours.</li>
</ul>
With inputs from Nisha Sinh Gohel style director at Jean-Claude Biguine salon and spa India
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