chignon

noun

Definition of chignonnext
as in bun

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Recent Examples of chignon Another snap showed hairstylist Fabio Petri putting the finishing touches on her elegant chignon, which was adorned with delicate white flowers. — Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026 Rather than sitting squarely at the nape of her neck, the chignon is jauntily positioned off-center, with a roll starting behind one ear and sweeping gracefully toward the opposite side. — Marci Robin, Allure, 17 June 2026 Sperling accessorized with Pragnell earrings, Jimmy Choo heels, and wore her blonde hair in a low chignon. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 8 June 2026 Because Buckley has short hair, a chignon or updo was not an option—but combed neatly back with a side part, clearing the face, feels like a very Grace Kelly detail. — Ana Serrano, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chignon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chignon
  1. bun
  2. updo
  3. beehive
  4. pageboy
  5. upsweep
Noun
  • Gyasi’s favorite look is four small braids paired with a bun.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The back frizz is more confined, enclosed in the semi-neat bun.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of bun
Noun
  • But this time, look to the classic beehive updo with a twist.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Goddess Braid Inspiration Small goddess braids Not quite as small as micro braids, but still easy to sweep into an updo, small goddess braids provide plenty of versatility.
    — Eden Stuart, Allure, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of updo
Noun
  • The actress, who’s appeared in five previous seasons of the anthology, is sporting a retro beehive, a blue dress, and black heels.
    — Allison DeGrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The first technique involves braiding your hair into straight-back cornrows or a beehive and weaving the kinky, coily tresses in with a latch-hook crochet needle.
    — Aleah Wright, InStyle, 8 July 2026
Definition of beehive
Noun
  • George served as a pageboy, while William was his brother’s best man.
    — Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Taylor doffed his signature pageboy cap for a humble bow following the soothing ballad.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of pageboy
Noun
  • The rocker panel upsweep remains but the wheel arches have become rounder than before.
    — Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes, 31 May 2022
  • The glorious auburn of Swinton’s upswept hairdo is a sight to see, if not as impressive as the upsweep itself.
    — BostonGlobe.com, BostonGlobe.com, 21 Oct. 2021
Definition of upsweep

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“Chignon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chignon. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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