Chignon (hairstyle) Chignon (hairstyle) A chignon (; ) is a popular type of hairstyle. The word "chignon" comes from the French phrase "chignon du cou", which means nape of the neck. Chignons are generally achieved by pinning the hair into a knot at the nape of the neck or at the back of the head, but there are many different variations of the style. They are usually secured with accessories such as barrettes or hairpins. Chignons are frequently worn for special occasions, like weddings and formal dances, but the basic chignon is also worn for everyday casual wear. The chignon can be
Penny bun slang for one, sun and son. 'Penny bun' is also the common English name for the cep (French), or "Boletus edulis", an edible basidiomycete mushroom. Native to Europe and North America, it is Europe's second most sought-after fungus after truffles. 'Cockle to a penny bun' is British slang for racing odds of 10 to 1. Penny bun A penny bun or a penny loaf was a small bread bun or loaf which cost one old penny at the time when there were 240 pence to the pound. A penny loaf was a common size loaf of bread in England regulated