We've shared hundreds of beautiful hairstyle tutorials with you, from intricate braids to overnight curls โ but we also know that some days, you just aren't feeling like putting in extra effort. We all have those lazy days when we'd like our hair to look cute with as little effort as possible.
Stephanie, our closest thing to a Fairy Godmother, shares 4 easy hairstyles for lazy days that take seconds to create but don't scream "I woke up like this!" Watch the full video below, or scroll down for step-by-step instructions on each look.
Watch: 4 Easy Hairstyles for Lazy Days (Full Tutorial Video)
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Shop Seamless Clip-Ins โLazy Day Hairstyle #1: Donut Bun
The ultimate lazy day hairstyle is the messy bun โ but sometimes a messy bun just doesn't look polished enough. Enter the donut bun. Created with a hair donut, this style takes seconds but gives you a cleaner, more elevated look. Pick up a hair donut at any accessory store or somewhere like Forever 21.
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1Gather your hair into a high ponytail.
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2Thread the ponytail through the donut, then slide the donut towards the end of your ponytail, leaving about 3 inches loose.
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3Tuck the ends of your hair around the donut and into the donut hole. Try to cover as much of the foam donut as possible โ it doesn't need to be perfect yet.
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4Hold the outside of the donut firm with your thumbs, and use your fingers to rotate the donut and flip it inside out. This catches more of your ponytail into the bun.
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5Keep flipping the donut until you reach your head. Adjust the bun and tuck any stray hairs as you go.
Have shorter hair? Check out this tutorial for creating a similar bun using Luxy Hair extensions, or browse 9 different bun hairstyles to find your perfect match.
Lazy Day Hairstyle #2: Hairband
Using a hairband may seem simple and obvious, but a lot of people forget to keep this accessory on hand! It's a quick way to add a polished touch to loose hair with zero effort.
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1Brush the front of your hair back so you don't have a visible part.
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2Grab your favorite hairband and pull your hair back. Done!
Lazy Day Hairstyle #3: Low Messy Bun
There's something about a low bun that gives off an effortlessly chic vibe. This one takes only seconds but looks great paired with a blazer and simple earrings.
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1Gather your hair into a low ponytail, but only loop your hair tie around halfway โ two or three loops โ so it ends up in a loose, messy bun shape.
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2Pull a few pieces from the top of your head to create volume at the back and loosen the bun slightly. You want it to look effortless but intentional.
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3Pull out a few pieces at the front to frame your face.
Want a boho variation? Try putting only half your hair up into the messy bun โ here's a tutorial. If your bun needs more oomph, clip-in bun extensions give you the perfect volume without any teasing or hairspray.
Lazy Day Hairstyle #4: High Ponytail with Hair Extensions
If you're feeling just a little adventurous, adding a few wefts from your Luxy Hair extensions takes a normal high ponytail to a thicker, longer version in under two minutes.
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1Separate your hair above your ears into a crown section.
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2Take a 2-clip weft and clip it in at the crown upside down. This is key for high ponytails โ it keeps the weft smooth and hidden.
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3Take a 3-clip weft and clip it in upside down, right below the 2-clip weft, to ensure the ends of your ponytail are thick and full.
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4Add any additional 1-clip or 2-clip wefts along the sides as desired.
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5Flip all your hair over and gather into a high ponytail. Want to switch up the texture? Try clip-in curly ponytail extensions for extra glamour.
More easy hairstyle inspiration
8 Super Quick & Easy 2-Minute Hairstyles โ Our Favorite Running Late Hairstyles โ How to Take Your Hair from Drab to Fab on Third-Day Hair โ 9 Bun Hairstyles & Top Knots for Every Hair Type โ How to Get a Longer, Thicker Ponytail Instantly โWho said looking fabulous had to take extra time in the morning? We hope these lazy day hairstyles prove that just a few seconds can lead to beautiful results. Which one is your go-to? Let us know in the comments below!