How to choose a wedding hairstyle you will love forever
So, your big day is around the corner and you found the perfect dress, the shoes to match and have decided on your makeup palette for the day.
There is one last thing left to do: choose the perfect wedding hairstyle.
You might prefer hairstyles with bangs to frame your face or you might prefer soft curls cascading down your back.
Whatever you decide on, you will need to be sure that it suits your dress, shoes and makeup perfectly. So, read on below for some top tips on how to choose a wedding hairstyle you will love forever.
Figure out your “vibe”
Before you head off to your hairstylist, you will need to figure out what “vibe” or overall “feel” you want your look to have. Do you want to look and feel like a bohemian princess or are you a more understated and modern bride?
Once you have figured out how you want to look and feel, you can ask your hairdresser to style your hair for you in order to see how your vision turns out. You will need to be as exact as possible when telling your stylist what style you want. After all, they are not psychics and will not be able to guess what you mean with vague descriptions. If you are able to provide them with ideas such as “ethereal” or “modern”, they will be able to provide you with some styles.
Understand your hair
There is nothing wrong with being adventurous and ambitious with your hair on your wedding day, but it is important to understand your hair and what it can and cannot do. You will need to use a stylist that you know and trust, someone who will tell you whether hairstyles with bangs suit your face or not.
If you have thin hair, it might not be the best idea to try a huge, bouffant style as it could look stiff and fake. Rather opt for something light and natural looking. If you have coarse, curly hair you might think that straightening it is the ideal solution, but if the weather does not behave you will find yourself with frizzy hair rather than an elegant, sleek look. Understand your hair before you try any hairstyle as some might work better than others.
Match your hair to your dress
It might sound clichèd, but matching your hairstyle to the type of dress you have is an easy and effective way to have a hassle-free wedding day. If you are wearing a simple, understated dress, you should avoid elaborate party hairstyles.
Similarly, if you are wearing a dress with a lot of detail, you should opt for a hairstyle that has some intricacy in its design. If you are wearing a high neckline, an updo is the way to go, whereas a low-cut V-neckline will better suit long curls or waves. A more traditional dress with sleeves calls for a simple chignon, whereas a modern, sleeveless gown can handle a short pixie cut.
Focus on facial shape and features
Ask yourself, “What hairstyle will suit me?” and base your answer on the shape of your face and on your facial features. If you have a long face, like the ever-glamorous Liv Tyler, then wearing your hair long and down will only lengthen it. You should choose a mid to high updo to enhance your chin and cheekbones.
Rounder faces look better with high updos, such as Ginnifer Goodwin or Selena Gomez. Avoid too many curls or volume with a round face, as this can make you appear immature and your face appear rounder. Be sure to ask your stylist what they think will suit your face, and do some research online about what will best suit your facial structure. Shorter hair works best for round and oval faces, whereas more angular faces work best with softer, long hairstyles.
Think about your venue
If you are going to be getting married in a warm destination or at an outdoor venue, you might want to think about pinning your long hair up, away from your neck so that you do not get too hot during the day. For a winter wedding, a loose, wavy hairstyle might be best so that you can keep your ears and neck warm.
You should also think about the overall look and feel of your venue in relation to the hairstyle you choose. If your reception is in a highly formal ballroom area, then you will need to consider a more formal option. For a bohemian, casual venue you can choose loose curls to plaits to enhance the ethereal feel of the day. Whether you prefer hairstyles with bangs, more elaborate party hairstyles or softer updos, remember to choose something that suits your overall “vibe”, flatters your face and is ideal for your hair type.