Above: Hair by Emily Hughes
Weddings bring out a special kind of prettiness that most of us don't get to see in our everyday lives. Cake, flowers, dresses ... they're all taken to another level of elegance and beauty when they're for a wedding! The same holds true for hairstyles -- wedding hair is so pretty! There seem to be a million options for perfect wedding hair, so if you're a bride planning your wedding look, I can imagine that the possibilities might be a bit overwhelming! But when I was looking through a few (hundred) photos of beautiful wedding hairstyles, I noticed something: Most of these styles seem to be variations on one of four kinds of wedding hairstyles. Four hair styles are SO MUCH less intimidating! Here are the four core hair styles I've noticed among brides and bridesmaids:
Soft & Loose
Whether ironed straight, tightly curled, or formed into soft waves, I love to photograph brides with loose hair. It's so pretty, and it conveys an impression of effortless beauty. It can also provide such a lovely sense of movement!
Weddings bring out a special kind of prettiness that most of us don't get to see in our everyday lives. Cake, flowers, dresses ... they're all taken to another level of elegance and beauty when they're for a wedding! The same holds true for hairstyles -- wedding hair is so pretty! There seem to be a million options for perfect wedding hair, so if you're a bride planning your wedding look, I can imagine that the possibilities might be a bit overwhelming! But when I was looking through a few (hundred) photos of beautiful wedding hairstyles, I noticed something: Most of these styles seem to be variations on one of four kinds of wedding hairstyles. Four hair styles are SO MUCH less intimidating! Here are the four core hair styles I've noticed among brides and bridesmaids:
Soft & Loose
Whether ironed straight, tightly curled, or formed into soft waves, I love to photograph brides with loose hair. It's so pretty, and it conveys an impression of effortless beauty. It can also provide such a lovely sense of movement!
Top: Hair by Emily Hughes | Bottom: Hair by Ciera Slade
Half Up, Half Down
A half up, half down hairstyle offers so much flexibility! The half that is up can be dressed in twists, braids, or buns, and the half that is down has all of the same options I mentioned above for loose hair. Together, the combinations are endless ... and super pretty! I love the creativity that I see in half up, half down hairstyles at weddings!
Half Up, Half Down
A half up, half down hairstyle offers so much flexibility! The half that is up can be dressed in twists, braids, or buns, and the half that is down has all of the same options I mentioned above for loose hair. Together, the combinations are endless ... and super pretty! I love the creativity that I see in half up, half down hairstyles at weddings!
Top: Hair by Nicole Zamora with My Hair Trip | Center & Bottom: Hair by Emily Hughes
Hanging Braid
A long braid -- whether it's a french braid, fishtail, or basic plait -- is such an easy, whimsical style. It's perfect for boho brides and beachy nuptials alike! And as a bonus, once the hair comes out of its braid, it falls naturally into beautiful, soft waves.
Hanging Braid
A long braid -- whether it's a french braid, fishtail, or basic plait -- is such an easy, whimsical style. It's perfect for boho brides and beachy nuptials alike! And as a bonus, once the hair comes out of its braid, it falls naturally into beautiful, soft waves.
Top: Hair by Jessica Fierro | Bottom: Hair by Jillian Michelle
Up-Do
An up-do is the classic bridal look, and there's a reason why! An up-do looks feminine and elegant, and it offers so many possibilities for interesting details. I love the current, looser kinds of up-do, but sleek and sophisticated is gorgeous as well!
Up-Do
An up-do is the classic bridal look, and there's a reason why! An up-do looks feminine and elegant, and it offers so many possibilities for interesting details. I love the current, looser kinds of up-do, but sleek and sophisticated is gorgeous as well!
Top: Hair by Emily Hughes | Center: Hair by Ruca Bowman with Hautie Rouge Salon | Bottom: Hair by Lillian Fogel
So many looks fit into four simple categories! I hope that this post helps to inspire you as you work with your hairstylist to plan your own unique wedding day style!
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So many looks fit into four simple categories! I hope that this post helps to inspire you as you work with your hairstylist to plan your own unique wedding day style!
-----------> Now that you're inspired about planning your wedding hair, we want to help you find a great stylist ... and amazing vendors for the rest of your wedding needs, as well! We've created a convenient form to help you track and compare your top 3 vendors in each category. Click here to download a FREE form to help you through the decision-making process! Download your FREE copy today!