The word "chignon" translates to "bun" in French. A chignon hairstyle is a type of bun that sits low at the nape of the neck. Chignon hairstyles are great for formal events such as weddings, birthdays ...

It’s not just the corps de ballet who get to sweep their hair up in elegant plaited chignons. We can all have in on this effortlessly romantic hairstyle; even those of us with the dancing ability of ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Searching for a chic look for a cocktail party or the next wedding on your calendar ...

For fashion week '13 we brought hair and makeup pro Stephanie Brinkerhoff to NYC to document some of the beauty action at the shows. While she was here, we decided to put her updo skills to the test ...

Five steps to the chic, easy 'do of the summer. In fact, casual, off-duty hair has the potential to be just as aesthetic and fashion-forward as a ‘do that’s had hours of work put into it—and one of ...

A classic bridal look, this low and elegant chignon radiates va va voom and is perfect for a sophisticated soirée; wedding or otherwise. With a subtle retro feel, it is both feminine and bold. And the ...

A messy bun is not as effortless as it seems. This is one of those hairstyles that seems like a quick go-to but, in reality, can take as much time and effort as a sleek bridal up-do. When you see it ...

Searching for a new party hairstyle? Let us make life easy for you. Hair hero Marc Trinder, Art Team Director at Charles Worthington, showed us how to DIY this chic but sassy style in five simple ...