COS SAKKAS
OUR CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND BRITISH & INTERNATIONAL HAIRDRESSER OF THE YEAR
FROM RUNWAY TO REAL LIFE: MASTERING THE SLEEK BACK BUN.
For me, hair is always about balance -between precision and creativity, discipline and freedom. The sleek bun is one of those timeless styles that never goes out of fashion, but what excites me is finding new ways to reimagine it so it feels fresh, modern, and editorial. Recently, with the support of Artistic Director, Dexter and the TONI&GUY session team, we created a look that took the polished bun to another level: tight, glossy, and beautifully constructed, yet enhanced with three distinct hair strips that ran along the top and sides. That extra detail instantly transformed the bun from classic into a statement.
Every stylist has a product they can’t be without, and for me, it’s the TONI&GUY Fashion Edition Hairspray. Backstage, time is short and the pressure is high, so I need something that gives me instant control, flexible hold, and a flawless finish without weighing the hair down.This spray is my hero because it quietly does all the hard work - smoothing flyaways, locking in shine, and keeping the style in place under lights and long hours - while still allowing the hair to look natural and effortless. It’s the perfect partner for creating a slick bun that feels both polished and modern.
RECREATE THE LOOK
The beauty of the sleek back bun is that it isn’t just for the runway - it’s a style anyone can create at home. By simply separating a small section at the front or middle of your hair and smoothing it back with precision, you can add that same editorial edge seen backstage.
Pair it with an effortlessly glossy finish using LABEL.M Fashion Edition Hairspray, and you’ve instantly elevated a classic bun into something modern, bold, and effortlessly chic.
RECREATE THE LOOK
The beauty of the sleek back bun is that it isn’t just for the runway - it’s a style anyone can create at home. By simply separating a small section at the front or middle of your hair and smoothing it back with precision, you can add that same editorial edge seen backstage.Pair it with an effortlessly glossy finish using LABEL.M Fashion Edition Hairspray, and you’ve instantly elevated a classic bun into something modern, bold, and effortlessly chic.
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