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Sock Bun and Sock Bun Curls Tutorial

December 3, 2011 By Erin Kennedy 12 Comments

I love this technique. I used it all throughout the summer when I found out about it. I actually tried to take some pics, but they didn’t really turn out. So here are some pics and videos to show you how to do it. It is so easy and looks so polished and nice. This would be great for a Christmas party. 

Here is a video of the original sock bun, more details but the same concept as above.
Here is another way to get the sock bun look. This may work better for you if you have a lot of layers.
To get the sock bun curls, just do the same technique but make sure to spray your hair with product or water to make it damp, but not wet. Sleep in it overnight and pull the sock out. If you need to fix some pieces, just use a curling iron or flat iron. I tried this technique but my hair was too damp so when I took out the bun the next morning my hair was still wet and the curls hung. It would have looked great if it had more time to dry. I also didn’t use any product and I think I may try that next time. This is a great idea for 5 minute hair. Even if it is just a good starting point to add more curls with your curling iron. It is sure to save you a ton of time.

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Comments

  1. Annabelle says

    December 5, 2011 at 1:00 am

    This is supercute! I’m going to try it for my Christmas party on the weekend…

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  2. Lady Lazarus says

    January 26, 2012 at 8:21 pm

    This is my absolute favorite hairstyle. It’s so sleek and chic but SUPER easy. My hair hasn’t seen heat (no blow dryer, curling iron, straightner, etc.) in almost two years, so this is also the perfect no-heat curl method. I usually do the sock bun the morning of Day 1, sleep in it, then take it out Day 2.

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  3. Anonymous says

    April 13, 2012 at 3:28 am

    I would love to do this with my daughters hair when she goes to ballet but you didnt really give good instruction on how to put the sock in

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  4. My Thirty Spot says

    April 14, 2012 at 8:28 pm

    Hey Anonymous, were you able to watch the video tutorials that showed you exactly how to do it? The girls on there show you how they do it and it is very helpful. I learned how to do it from the first video with the blonde girl. If you can’t see the videos, let me know and I will try to explain it, but it is easier to see it with the video.
    Cheers!

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  5. Anonymous says

    June 7, 2012 at 11:24 pm

    How do you make the curls last though? My curls usually last for 10-15 minutes.

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  6. My Thirty Spot says

    June 7, 2012 at 11:26 pm

    To make the curls stay try spraying hair spray or mousse or both to your hair before you roll it up. It works like a charm.

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  7. A Real Housewife In Houston says

    July 16, 2012 at 6:37 pm

    Thanks so much for posting this. I actually use this hairstyle a lot for formal events. I usually put my bun to the side right behind one ear with a little poof on the crown of my head though. I definitely want to try to the sock bun curls though. My hair is naturally curly and I have to fight with it to keep it straight, so I’m constantly looking for ways to get some unfrizzed curl to it. This might work. Thanks again.

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  8. My Thirty Spot says

    July 21, 2012 at 12:06 am

    Hi ARHIH! I think this look would work perfectly for your curly hair. The curls would help to keep the bun in place as you roll the bun into it. It is great because this look will work for a formal event, or just to pull up and you’re out for the day.

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  9. b850e304-ef91-11e1-85e1-000bcdcb471e says

    August 26, 2012 at 3:21 pm

    I do this look almost everyday!! It is super cute and easy to do. I love it

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  10. Domanique_nellie says

    October 25, 2012 at 1:38 am

    OKAY! im going for the sock bun curls an i just took a shower…should i blow dry it so its a little damp still??

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  11. My Thirty Spot says

    October 25, 2012 at 2:05 am

    Yay Domanique! I am so excited for you! It will look great. Yes, blow dry. If it is too wet or damp it will hold onto the water and not curl when you take it out. My first one I put up when my hair was too damp and I slept in it overnight and it was still wet and didn’t curl. I would also add a little mousse if you have it on your wet hair before you start to blow dry.
    Good luck!

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  12. Anonymous says

    October 14, 2013 at 2:27 am

    SO i tried this and when i try to roll my hair in the sock it just gets knotty. i have extremely thick hair is this the problem?

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