Hot Buns: 9 Ways to Update Your Topknot

Fun styles to beat the heat this summer.

Zendaya - This summer steal some topknot inspiration from the stars. Whether sleek, messy or funky, spice up your updo and look fab no matter how hot the temperature. By Jazmine A. Ortiz "Replay" singer, Zendaya wraps a braid around the base of her bun for some extra edge.(Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

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Zendaya - This summer steal some topknot inspiration from the stars. Whether sleek, messy or funky, spice up your updo and look fab no matter how hot the temperature. By Jazmine A. Ortiz "Replay" singer, Zendaya wraps a braid around the base of her bun for some extra edge.(Photo: Mike Coppola/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

Kerry Washington - The Scandal star goes for a teased effect at the crown of her do', then accessorizes with a black hair ribbon. Wear this style to work and your strands will still be in place for happy hour later.(Photos from left: Ethan Miller/Getty Images,Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic)

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Kerry Washington - The Scandal star goes for a teased effect at the crown of her do', then accessorizes with a black hair ribbon. Wear this style to work and your strands will still be in place for happy hour later.(Photos from left: Ethan Miller/Getty Images,Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic)

Beyoncé - Bey pulls off  her messy topknot with blunt bangs and a camo bandana.  (Photo: Beyonce via Instagram)

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Beyoncé - Bey pulls off  her messy topknot with blunt bangs and a camo bandana.  (Photo: Beyonce via Instagram)

Zoe Saldana - The actress nails the ballerina bun in a cinch. We like this sleek style for work—it’s sophisticated, yet still shows you mean business. (Photos: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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Zoe Saldana - The actress nails the ballerina bun in a cinch. We like this sleek style for work—it’s sophisticated, yet still shows you mean business. (Photos: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Karrueche - Sometimes simple is best and we adore Karrueche's perfect party-ready topknot. Add some big hoops like she does, and you’re good to go.(Photo: Jeff Schear/Getty Images for ESPN)

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Karrueche - Sometimes simple is best and we adore Karrueche's perfect party-ready topknot. Add some big hoops like she does, and you’re good to go.(Photo: Jeff Schear/Getty Images for ESPN)

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Gabrielle Union - Here's a chic twist! It's a simple wraparound knot at the back of the head, and the crown has a chic swoop. Don’t forget the hairpins and hairspray.(Photos from left: FayesVision/WENN.com, Brian To/WENN.com)

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Gabrielle Union - Here's a chic twist! It's a simple wraparound knot at the back of the head, and the crown has a chic swoop. Don’t forget the hairpins and hairspray.(Photos from left: FayesVision/WENN.com, Brian To/WENN.com)

Rihanna - Why only have one bun, when you can have a bunch of buns! Bandu knots are nothing new, but Rih brings the hairstyle back under the spotlight. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images for Clear Channel)

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Rihanna - Why only have one bun, when you can have a bunch of buns! Bandu knots are nothing new, but Rih brings the hairstyle back under the spotlight. (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images for Clear Channel)

Zoe Kravitz - Everything from the center part to the low position of her chignon says romantic. Pair with showy earrings like the Divergent star and make a major fashion statement. (Photos: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

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Zoe Kravitz - Everything from the center part to the low position of her chignon says romantic. Pair with showy earrings like the Divergent star and make a major fashion statement. (Photos: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Brandy - Braids have been Brandy's signature trademark since her days on Moesha. But lately, The Game star has been wearing her Marley twists in an updo for a fresh look, and we’re feelin’ it.(Photos from left: John M. Heller/Getty Images, Brandy via Instagram)

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Brandy - Braids have been Brandy's signature trademark since her days on Moesha. But lately, The Game star has been wearing her Marley twists in an updo for a fresh look, and we’re feelin’ it.(Photos from left: John M. Heller/Getty Images, Brandy via Instagram)