Half-Bun, All-the-Fun
In the wake of the “man-bun” craze flooding pop culture and social media, the latest trend of 2015 seems to be the “half-bun” hair style. Girls all over Pentucket are crazy about the new and simple fad.
A new twist on the classic “half-up half-down” hairstyle common amongst middle schoolers and soccer moms alike, the half-bun provides a hip alternative for teen girls.
“When you want some hair down so you look like you’ve tried, but you want to keep your hair out of your face, that’s where the half-bun comes in,”
— Lily Griffin
“You do a ponytail and you’ve got creases,” said Junior Lily Griffin. “You do a bun and it just looks messy.” To solve this daily dilemma, Griffin turns to the iconic half-bun. “When you want some hair down so you look like you’ve tried, but you want to keep your hair out of your face, that’s where the half-bun comes in,” she said.
Sophomore Emily McFarland agrees with Griffin that the half-bun “is easy but looks good.” She adds, “I call it my ‘Messy, I Don’t Care’ look. It’s my go-to hairstyle.”
Since so many students at Pentucket are joining the “half-bun” craze, many are wondering where the trend began.
McFarland credits Pinterest for her inspiration. “I was looking at new hairstyles and I saw [the half-bun] and I was like ‘woah.’”
More uniquely, Griffin was inspired by her step-sister who “had to cut her hair because it was all knotted so she had to wear [the half-bun] or else she’d look dumb… she’s eleven.”
However, not everyone is loving this new half-bun trend. “It looks dumb and gross. I hate it,” said Senior Molly Hogan. “I think everyone should stop [wearing it].”
Senior Kenny Nivan, providing a male perspective, agrees with Hogan. “No. Just don’t even do it,” he said.
“I respect people for trying something new,” adds Senior Ethan Bridgewater. But like Hogan and Nivan, he is not a fan of the new hairstyle.
Providing a less opinionated perspective, Senior Maddy Corkery believes the half-bun can only truly be accomplished by certain individuals. “You’ve gotta have really fluffy hair to pull it off,” she said.
Despite the controversy about the new hairstyle, students at Pentucket are sure to see some version of the half-bun when wandering the halls.
Isabelle lake • Dec 7, 2015 at 9:48 pm
I love this hair style! I think it’s wicked cute and chic and it is a pretty easy hair style to do and match
Cori Snook • Dec 7, 2015 at 9:32 pm
To be honest I never really wondered whether people liked this hairstyle. On some level, it’s nice to have input and feedback from senior students on the opinion of this hairstyle. It opens up my eyes to how much people care about their looks and how important it is to just be who you are and do what you feel, half bun or not.
Emily Croteau • Dec 7, 2015 at 9:04 pm
Love the bun look! so trendy
Emma B • Dec 7, 2015 at 8:03 pm
I don’t usually wear my hair up, ever!!! But I really like this article! It’s well written and it’s cool to see different views on the topic!!!
Alana White • Dec 7, 2015 at 7:41 pm
I actually really like this hairstyle. However, I would never do it because like a ton of people have already said, you have to have a certain type of hair to make it look nice.
Deanna Santos • Dec 7, 2015 at 3:20 pm
Seems like an easy hairstyle! I like how you got opinions from both perspectives of the style.
Colleen J • Dec 6, 2015 at 10:07 pm
I definitely agree that it is a quick and easy hair style for those in a rush in the morning , but I also agree that it only works for people with a certain type of hair. I really enjoyed how this article showed both sides of the argument, it made for a really strong piece!
Molly Drescher • Dec 6, 2015 at 5:46 pm
I like how this article shows both sides to the half bun! For people who have the right hair for it and can pull it off I think it looks great but personally it does not work well with my hair.
Morgan Zanardi • Dec 5, 2015 at 3:02 pm
This is a very well written article, it is interesting how you had different points of views on the half bun. I personally enjoy the half bun I think its very cute and easy to do.
Ashlyn Newell • Dec 4, 2015 at 10:14 pm
I love the article as I have been very curious about this bun style roaming the halls at school. I personally cannot pull off the look, but I think it’a interesting that it fits some people’a hair. I think eventually this trend will wear out and become a style of the past though. Overally, great article that relatea to a popular audience.
Courtney Fitzgerald • Dec 4, 2015 at 7:05 pm
Great article! I liked hearing different opinions about the half bun. I personally would not wear my hair like this because I feel like only some people can pull it off, but I like that girls are trying something new!
Gabrielle Bilodeau • Dec 3, 2015 at 10:54 am
personally, i love the half-bun!
It looks great on everyone and both genders can pull it off.
Erica Sofia • Dec 3, 2015 at 10:33 am
I agree that you need thick, curly hair to pull off the half-bun.
Kristin Sullivan • Dec 2, 2015 at 7:28 pm
Although I personally am not a fan of the half bun, I find it a bad mix of two classic hair styles I am a big fan of a good man bun!
Sterling Seymour • Dec 2, 2015 at 6:53 pm
This was a great article, I enjoyed reading it! Personally I’m not a fan of the half bun style after trying it out on myself, but I love seeing that people are branching out and sporting new hair styles! Ultimately however you style your hair should express what you like and feel comfortable in!
Alyssa Demeule • Dec 2, 2015 at 6:42 pm
Great article Brielle! I think its interesting how trends like this seem to pop up randomly! I personally love the half bun style, and agree with Lily and Emily, its super easy and requires no effort.
Nicole Stolarski • Dec 2, 2015 at 3:14 pm
Great article! I liked how it compared different peoples’ ideas. I personally would never want to try it and I agree that you have to have the right hair in order to pull it off.
Marisa Labadini • Dec 2, 2015 at 1:45 pm
Honestly, I have never really liked the look on myself but feel that some people can pull it off.
Amanda smith • Dec 2, 2015 at 12:58 pm
I like how this article shows different opinions on the hairstyle. I do not wear my hair like this because I agree that you have to have a certain hair type to pull it off.
Meghan Gallagher • Dec 1, 2015 at 6:08 pm
Great article! I liked how it gave opinions of both sides of the argument. I agree with the fact that you have to have the right hair to pull it off. I think people should be able to do what they want with their hair, but I personally do not like the look.
Madison Carney • Dec 1, 2015 at 5:28 pm
Great article! I enjoyed the different opinions people have on the half bun. Lately, I have seen many girls with this hairstyle. Personally I would not do this to my hair because I feel like only certain people can pull the look off. But if someone wants to try the half bun hairstyle they should feel free to do so.
Feni Patel • Dec 1, 2015 at 4:16 pm
I agree that only some people can pull of the style, however I think people should do what they want with their hair.
Juliette • Dec 1, 2015 at 11:58 am
I think the half-bun hairstyle is really trendy. I really enjoyed this article it showed me how many people like this easy to do hairstyle.
Taylor • Nov 30, 2015 at 9:29 pm
I actually really like this trend and this article shares plenty of opinions and I think you should do whatever you want with your hair.
Isabel Mendoza • Nov 30, 2015 at 8:19 pm
I think that the half up half down hairstyle is a growing trend at Pentucket. Even I rocked the easy hairstyle today at school, although some people do not like it.
Jesse Feeney • Nov 30, 2015 at 6:42 pm
I think that only certain people can pull off the half bun style. It is not for everyone but generally I like how girls are trying new hair styles.
Haley Clemons • Nov 27, 2015 at 5:01 pm
I do agree that the half bun is a growing trend, but i also agree with Maddy that you have to have the right hair to pull it off. I personally do not like it.
Maggie Nishan • Nov 24, 2015 at 10:05 am
I like seeing new styles like these because it shows how style is changing now.
Haley Clemons • Nov 24, 2015 at 9:39 am
I agree that the half bun is becoming a popular style for girls, but it is not my favorite. I also agree with Maddy that you have to have the right hair to pull it off.
shannon • Nov 24, 2015 at 9:38 am
I’m surprised how many people dislike this style. I enjoy it a lot actually
Lilly Majewski • Nov 24, 2015 at 9:37 am
I have never tried the half bun, but if it is as easy as they say maybe I should try it. I am always looking for an easy hairstyle!
Sarah Blaine • Nov 24, 2015 at 9:36 am
I really like how this article shows both sides of the argument of whether half buns are a good style or not. Personally I really like the half bun hair style.
David Parachojuk • Nov 23, 2015 at 11:11 am
To be honest I never really noticed this hair style until now. Opens up my eyes to how much people care about there look.
Meghan • Nov 23, 2015 at 10:07 am
I agree with Emily and Lily that the half bun hair style is a new style that is easy to do and looks good, but I agree with Maddie that only some people can pull it off.