Beautiful Wedding Hairstyles

                         
Hair and hair accessories are literally the crowning glory of a complete wedding ensemble. On your wedding day, more photos will be taken of you than at any other time so it’s important to get your tresses right.
With the cost of a gown, reception, transport and all the other financial commitments, it may be tempting for some brides to take charge of their own grooming. But why short-change yourself when everything else is going to be perfect? It’s worth spending that little bit extra to get a professional stylist to help you on the day – it will be a lot more relaxing and give you the confidence to face all those people and cameras.
There is, however, plenty you can do to get your hair ready for your wedding: whether that be growing it or improving its condition. Get advice from a hair stylist you trust about salon and/or home treatments, as well as growth/trim/colour plans.
Many brides-to-be aspire to have long cascading locks or enough hair to wear up on the day – while these are classic, winning looks – a bride with short hair can look incredibly chic with soft, textured hair that is unadorned. Alternatively, short hair can look incredibly feminine decorated with diamante clips, flowers, a headband or even a dainty tiara.
Either way, wedding hair should be timeless and not too fashion oriented – you want to be able to look back on your photos with enjoyment not dread.
When considering your “do,” work with the elements – if you are marrying outdoors or at the beach – a formal style may look inappropriate and not weather well.
Like a veil or headpiece, your hair-style should correspond to the shape of your face and height, as well as your style of dress, particularly the neckline.
When employing a professional, get advice and book them early (up to three months ahead). You may choose to go their salon or have them visit you (saves stress and travel time).
When discussing your ideas with them initially, take a sketch or photo of your dress and any hairstyles you like – also any hair accessories or headwear you are contemplating.
Besides the look and feel of your gown and personality, your hair should reflect the style of your wedding: is it grand and formal or casual and relaxed?

TIPS

• At the trial session don’t allow yourself to be pressured into a look or style that you’re uncomfortable with – trust your instincts and speak up if you’re not happy.
• Make sure your stylist knows in advance whether they are also tending to bridesmaids and any other relatives
• As tempting as it is, try not to wash your hair for 24 hours before styling. Having a bit of natural oil will help curls stay in and hair stay up.
• If you are planning on wearing a hair accessory, whether it’s a flower or a bit of sparkle, incorporate it in the trial run so your stylist can build around it.
• If you are wearing a veil it will alter the type of hairstyle options available - so let your stylist know what sort you are wearing or better still, take it with you to experiment with.
• If you colour your hair, have retouching done up to 10 days earlier so the colour has time to settle, that way it will look softer and more natural
• A great haircut and blow-dry can often achieve a more natural look than a contrived hair ‘do.”
• Some brides employ two stylists so that one can be dedicated to them and another to the bridal party.
• Tall brides should avoid tall hairdos.
• If you are wearing fresh flowers in your hair speak to your florist and ensure they are robust enough to endure the day.
• Your hairdresser should arrive at least two hours before you need to dress.

• If you choose to do your own hair and make-up practice at least three times and apply your make-up before you do your hair.
  
  Written by Anita