Every bride wants to look her absolute best on her wedding day. With all eyes on you, it’s important to feel confident and beautiful.
For brides with long hair, selecting the perfect hairstyle can seem daunting with so many options to choose from.
The key is finding a look that is elegant, sophisticated and complements your dress and veil.
Every bride wants to look her absolute best on her wedding day. With all eyes on you, it’s important to feel confident and beautiful.
For brides with long hair, selecting the perfect hairstyle can seem daunting with so many options to choose from.
The key is finding a look that is elegant, sophisticated and complements your dress and veil.
Double Braided Low Bun
For a neatly styled look, create a double braided low bun.
Start by parting the hair down the middle into two even sections.
Take a 1-2 inch piece from the front of one side and lace it into a French braid, braiding straight back along the part. Secure the braid with a clear elastic when you reach the back of the ear.
Repeat on the other side.
Next, gather the rest of the hair into a low ponytail at the nape of the neck.
Twist the ponytail into a spiral bun shape and wrap it into a neat, tight coil.
Pin the bun in place with crisscrossed bobby pins.
Take the two French braids and wrap them across the front of the bun, creating a woven effect.
Tuck the braid ends into the bun and pin to secure them. Finally, mist with firm hold hairspray.
The doubled braids add a touch of intricate detail while the sleek low bun keeps the style tidy and sophisticated. It’s the perfect blend of elegance and polish for brides who want a fuss-free updo.
The tight chic bun also works well with simple gowns or ornate dresses with bold back details.
Boho Braid Crown
The boho braid crown is a romantic, whimsical style perfect for bohemian or rustic weddings.
For this look, the hair is parted down the middle and framed with loose face-framing tendrils. The back section of hair is intricately braided into a long fishtail or Dutch braid.
The braid is then carefully pinned and wrapped across the top of the head like a crown.
Small flowers or other hair accessories can be incorporated throughout the braid for added boho flair.
When braiding, take your time and keep the braid tight and neat.
For extra polish, use styling products like mousse for texture and hold.
The braid crown flatters all face shapes and keeps hair elegantly styled while still allowing movement.
It works with loose hairstyles or can be combined with an updo.
For a relaxed vibe, soften the braid by gently pulling out pieces. The romantic ethereal style is perfect for outdoor weddings.
Half Up Braided Style
This half up half down look is endlessly versatile for brides. It’s elegant and polished while still allowing hair to tumble freely.
The hair is sectioned horizontally across the top of the head from ear to ear.
The top section is pulled back and braided into a simple or fishtail braid.
For added interest, small flowers can be tucked into the braid. The remaining hair is left loose in pretty waves or romantic curls.
The half up style works with all hair textures and lengths.
It can be secured with bobby pins, a clear elastic or a decorative clip.
For extra hold, use a texturizing hair spray.
Soften the look by lightly pulling out pieces around the front hairline. Customize it by making a tiny braid across the front instead of the top.
For destination beach weddings, add a tropical flower like a hibiscus bloom to the braid. This versatile updo is easy for brides to DIY and comfortable to wear all day and night.
Textured Low Chignon
The chignon is a timeless updo that instantly elevates any bridal style.
For a modern twist, create a chic messy low chignon at the nape of the neck.
Start by prepping hair with volumizing mousse and texturizing spray – this builds hold and grip for styling. Gather hair into a loose low ponytail at the nape and secure with an elastic.
Leave a 1-2 inch section out underneath to frame the neck.
Next, loosely twist the ponytail into a rope-like chignon shape.
Fan and flare the ends out to avoid a severe ballerina look.
Wrap the chignon with the framing hair underneath and crisscross bobby pins to secure.
Pull out random pieces around the hairline and sides for an undone, organic texture.
Finish with a light hold hairspray. For added romance, weave in small fresh blooms or lace from your veil.
The relaxed chic chignon complements both modern and vintage inspired wedding gowns.
Half Up Gibson Tuck
The Gibson tuck is a gorgeous vintage inspired style, perfect for old Hollywood glamour.
This look involves creating a simulated “Victory Roll” pompadour with a modern twist.
Part clean hair deeply and evenly from the arch of one eyebrow across to the other.
Then, gather the front section of hair and poof it upwards. Next, roll the front hair back in a tube and tuck the ends into the side of the pompadour to anchor it.
Pin the sides and back of hair into a low bun or chignon at the nape of the neck.
Set the style with a medium hold finishing spray.
For added vintage allure, place a feathered clip or crystal brooch into the side of the pompadour.
The volume on top beautifully balances an open neckline while still keeping hair out of the face.
This retro yet timeless style pairs well with both sleek and full ballgown silhouettes.
Fishtail Crown Braid
Crown braids never fail to make a gorgeous bridal statement.
For this look, create a polished fishtail braid starting at the front hairline.
Section out a 1-2 inch piece of hair from temple to temple. Begin a tight fishtail braid above the forehead and braid straight back. When you reach the back crown, transition into a simple braid down the length of the hair.
Tuck the ends of the braid into the fishtail base at the front to seamlessly blend it. Next, pin and wrap the braid across the top of the head like a crown.
Let the remaining hair fall freely in soft curls or a chic low bun.
The pretty plaited headband effect is ornate yet not overpowering.
It keeps all of your hair swept elegantly off the face while still allowing movement and volume.
Accessorize the crown with small pearls or crystals scattered throughout the braid for added bridal beauty.
Low Twisted Updo
This gracefully twisted updo is stunning in its simplicity.
It beautifully shows off the neck and collarbone area for off the shoulder or sweetheart gowns. Start by sectioning clean, smooth hair into a low side ponytail.
Secure it at the nape of the neck slightly off center. Next, tightly twist the length of the ponytail down into a chignon shape.
Coil the chignon into a pretty knot, inserting bobby pins in an X shape as you wrap to hold it together. Leave an inch width piece out from the ponytail to cascade over one shoulder.
This creates an asymmetrical effect. Fan and loosen the chignon to create softness against the neck. Finish with medium hold hairspray to texturize and add sheen.
The low twisted updo keeps all focus on gorgeous facial features. It’s both romantic and modern for the chic minimalist bride.
Half Up Curly Faux Hawk
Give your wedding hairstyle a bold modern edge with a curly faux hawk. Use a mousse and salt spray to prep and build volume in the hair. Backcomb the top and crown area for extra lift.
Next, section out a strip of hair starting behind one ear, up and over the crown and down behind the opposite ear. Smoothly comb this section upwards and secure in a half ponytail at the upper back of head.
Allow the front and back hair to fall freely in voluminous spirals.
Tease the half up ponytail section a bit more to create a fanned mohawk effect.
Define the texture and vibrancy of the curls with a curling wand or flat iron if needed.
Finish with a flexible hold hairspray to lock in the shape.
The curly faux hawk makes a statement for the fashion forward bride. Pair it with a sleeveless wedding dress to fully show off this edgy style.
Loose Fishtail Side Braid
This relaxed fishtail braid cascading over one shoulder is effortlessly romantic.
Use a heat protectant and then create loose waves or beachy texture in the hair.
Next, make a deep side part and gather hair over one shoulder. Take a 2-3 inch section and begin a fishtail braid near the temple, braiding down past the collarbone.
Gently tug on the edges of the braid as you work to keep it soft and loose.
Allow thin pieces to fall out for an imperfect lived-in look. Wrap a pretty ribbon within the braid or tuck in small buds for added floral detail.
Let the remaining hair fall freely in relaxed waves or curls on the opposite shoulder. The braid beautifully frames the face while adding soft dimension to all that loose hair.
Double Dutch Twist Updo
This sleek and sculptural updo makes a striking statement for the modern bride.
The style involves creating two Dutch braid twists that interlock and wrap into an intricate updo.
Part the hair cleanly down the middle and smooth both sides with a paddle brush.
Take a 1-2 inch section from the front of one side and Dutch braid back along the part line.
Stop the braid halfway and gather the remaining hair into a low ponytail.
Next, tightly twist the length of the ponytail up into a rope and coil it into a bun shape.
Pin in place at the nape of the neck.
Repeat the same process on the other side, twisting the second ponytail up and across the first bun to intersect it. Secure with pins to form one interlocking updo.
Finish with medium hold hairspray for polish. The doubled Dutch braid effect is striking and modern for the trendsetting bride.
French Braided Faux Bob
The faux bob is a gorgeous way to get the glamour of short hair for the night while keeping your length.
Start by parting hair sharply down the middle and smoothing both sides back with gel.
Behind one ear, section out a 2 inch piece and French braid it straight back to the opposite ear. Secure with an elastic. Smoothly comb the rest of the hair behind the braid to keep sleek.
Next, tuck the ends of the hair under and secure with bobby pins at the nape of the neck to create a faux bob shape. Set it with firm hold hairspray.
For added sparkle, weave pearl accented bobby pins into the tucked under hair. This tightly braided style has all the elegance of a blunt bob.
Yet it keeps your hair from drastic cutting. The smooth sculpted shape beautifully frames the face too.
Half Up Woven Chignon Bun
This intricate half updo is woven together for a whimsical romantic effect.
Start by parting the hair down the center and dividing evenly into two low ponytails.
Take 1-2 inch sections from the outside of each ponytail and begin a classic three strand braid on each side.
Braid back along the hairline on a diagonal and secure ends with elastics.
Smooth the remaining hair into a low bun or chignon at the nape of the neck.
Wrap the two braids across the front of the updo in opposite directions to create a pretty woven appearance.
Pin the braids into the chignon base and cover elastic ends by tucking them in. Lightly tease the loose top hair for volume and set with flexible hold hairspray.
The woven chignon is intricate enough for grand weddings yet still comfortable and soft.
Half Up Floral Halo Braid
This heavenly half updo looks as if a floral garland was placed delicately atop your head.
Start by sectioning the front hair from ear to ear and creating a fishtail braid.
When you reach the back crown area, transition the fishtail into a simple three strand braid down the back length of hair. Secure the end with an elastic.
Gently tug on the fishtail edges to create a loose, romantic look.
Next, carefully wrap and pin the braid across the back of the head like a halo.
Tuck the ends underneath the front of the braid and secure with bobby pins.
Weave tiny fresh blooms throughout the halo braid for a divine floral crown effect.
Let the remaining hair fall freely in soft curls. The gorgeous halo braid works perfectly for garden or beach weddings.
Finding your dream wedding hairstyle is all about enhancing your natural beauty and creating a look that makes you glow with confidence.
The secret is finding a style that pairs seamlessly with your veil, headpiece and dress.
Schedule a hair trial before the big day to test out your desired look.
Most importantly, select a style that makes you feel comfortable, chic and excited to walk down the aisle!
