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Stunning Wedding Hairstyle Ideas for Every Type of Bride

Deciding on a hairstyle for your wedding is as important as choosing the perfect dress because this can make or break your overall look. The ideal hairstyle will not only enhance your beauty, but will also complement elements of the wedding. Since there are many choices from trendy updos to classic ones, you must check out each option to find the one that brings out your natural elegance. With all the recommendations in this blog, there is no doubt that you will succeed in finding the best hairstyle for your wedding. 

Wedding Dress Style Matters

One of the first considerations in choosing a hairstyle is your wedding dress. When you understand the design of what you are wearing, you can easily narrow down hairstyles that will fit your dress. Here are some of the common wedding hairstyles that brides these days are going for: 

Effortless waves: Look naturally beautiful with loose curls cascading over your shoulders, adding a romantic feel to what you are wearing. You can wear it as it is if your dress already has an intricate design, or you can add a glittery headband or pin.

Boho braids:

For a more relaxed and artistic vibe, you can go for boho braids. This type of hairstyle is characterized by loose and messy-looking hair that is braided and pinned in place using decorative hair accessories.

Romantic hairstyles:

This style brings out your ethereal beauty, like you are in a fairy tale, waiting for your Prince Charming. Your hair is gathered loosely and pinned, with loose tendrils cascading to create a dreamy appearance.

Pinned,

Timeless chignon:

You can never go wrong with a chignon if you are attending a formal event like prom. This hairstyle is characterized by gathering the hair, twisting it, and creating a bun on the nape or on top of the head. Keeping the hair polished and secured in place will make you look like royalty, while loosening some strands can add a modern feel. 

Appropriate Hairstyles for Specific Necklines

The dress’s neckline has a huge influence on determining the best hairstyle for your wedding. You need to check out the guide below to ensure a cohesive bridal look:

Off-Shoulder Neckline: This type of neckline highlights the shoulders and shows your collarbone, but does not show too much. With this kind of neckline, you can opt for a loose updo where the hair is loosely tied, allowing tousles to frame your face. 

Halter Neckline: This modern, stylish choice draws your attention to the back, so your hairstyle should allow people to focus on the intricate designs of your dress. The ideal updo for this neckline is a braided crown that frames your face while highlighting your shoulders and back. The ideal accentuates the shoulders and showcases your collarbone, while maintaining a modest coverage for tousled strands

Strapless Neckline:

A more daring type of neckline that is best paired with a loose wave hairstyle, which creates a contrast with the clean cut of a strapless dress. Although the shoulder and upper back is exposed with this neckline, your flowing hair offers a subtle curve, adding allure and sophistication.

V-Neckline: Brides who choose this type of neckline want to achieve a look that elongates their necks. You can complement this cut with a clean updo like a bug or chignon secured higher on the head to emphasize the neck. Another hairstyle perfect for V-neck dresses is a side-sweep curls that looks perfect with the angular cut of the dress. As for the cascading curls, it adds texture as well as movement. 

Wedding Hair Dos and Don’ts

You pre-wedding preparations must include steps to help keep your hair in pristine condition before and after the wedding. Following these do’s and don’ts will guarantee that you will have beautiful hair that will enhance your look on your wedding day:

Dos:

Do meet with different hairstylists and find the one that understands your needs and wants. 

Do opt for a hairstyle that does not only look great with your dress but also enhance your facial features. 

Do use quality haircare products to keep your hair healthy and prepared for your big day.

Do schedule a trial run where you can work with your hairstylist in experimenting with different hairstyles to figure out the one that suits you the most. During this time, you can try on your dress, make up and accessories to see if everything goes well together. 

Don’ts:

Don’t go overboard with your hairstyle, especially if you don't feel comfortable with it. The simpler the better and just let your natural beauty show.

Don’t make drastic changes with the cut or color especially when its only a few weeks or days before the wedding because you won’t have enough time to remedy if problems arise.

Don’t use too much hair products because it can cause damage.

Important Tips and Recommendations

By now you should already have a hairstyle in mind, but before you finalize your decision, there are a few more things you need to think about.

Consider the texture and length of your hair: There are different hair attributes that needs to be considered when choosing a hairstyle. Work with your hair stylist to find a style that would integrate the natural texture of your hair.

Do some research: Read bridal magazines or search online to find images that you shows your personal style. Collect all the pictures that stand out to you and you can start with these images. 

Schedule a dress rehearsal: This appointment should not only involve the dress but all the other elements of the wedding. During the rehearsal you can see if everything will complement each other from the dress, shoes, make up and even your hairstyle. Any changes is still possible because you still have enough time to make another test run.

Work with a professional hairdresser: An expert stylist already has sufficient experience and can offer you useful advice. During your visit it is helpful it you provide information such as the style of your dress, neckline, accessories and motif of the wedding to help the stylist visualize the event.

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Enhance the hairstyle using accessories: If you think your overall look lack the sophistication you are looking for then you should add hair accessories. A statement headpiece can turn a simple dress into a regal one. If you don’t want to draw too much attention away from your dress you can go for delicate hairpins that would add beauty to your hairstyle. Other hair accessories you can check out are tiaras and floral crowns. 

Express your personal style on your wedding day not just with your dress but with your hairstyle as well. Explore different options from modern to traditional ones incorporating accessories to bring out the look that you’ve been dreaming of. Remember that you don’t have to be burdened with this task because you can always consult your hairstylist so they can guide you. Although there may be countless options but the one you choose should be a reflection of what journey to forever. 

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