A sideways chignon is perfect for when you’re going for that sexy librarian look, or when you simply want your hair looking neat and tucked for that really important job interview you’ve been waiting ...

A chignon is an easy way to look pretty and polished for a party or even prom. Amp up the classic updo with these chic 'dos packed with everything you love – braids, twists, and major sparkle. Snag ...

Ah, the chignon—the elegant antithesis of bedroom hair. Fit for the French royal court, your church-dwelling great-grandmother, and now, thanks to a few little modern tweaks, you. This braided chignon ...

Who says the traditional chignon can't have a punk-rock edge? With this easy hack, we're giving the humble bun a burst of much-needed cool. Watch the video, above, for the full look. Then, try it ...

There’s nothing stuffy about a braided chignon that swoops across the back of your head.

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Celebrity hairstylist, Seven Washington gives a step-by-step tutorial on how to create a four piece braided chignon.

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 ...