Bridal Hairstyles

Your hairstyle is one of the most important details of your wedding day. Whether you have long hair, short hair or hair that's somewhere in between, there is a bridal hairstyle for you. Accessories can help to give your bridal hairstyle a little something extra.

Short Hair

Short bridal hairstyles are limitless with styling possibilities. One short hairstyle is a voluminous look. Create volume and body in short hair by setting hair on hot rollers. Remove the rollers once they have cooled, and finger-style your hair. Backcomb the hair at your crown for added lift. Don't forget to finish with a medium-hold hairspray to keep your style from falling the day of your wedding.

If you are a bride-to-be with short hair, work with your stylist at a trial-run appointment prior to the big day to find a style that is suitable for your short hair.

Layered Looks

Layered hairstyles are versatile and can accommodate a variety of bridal hairstyle looks. Hair worn partially up shows off layered hair. Partial updos combine the laid-back look of hair worn down with the formality of an updo.

Create a partial up style by first curling your hair all over with a large barrel curling iron to create large curls or waves in the hair. Then, pull a 2-inch section of hair from the front hairline back toward the crown of your head. Smooth the top out and secure with a bridal hair accessory.

Medium-Length Hair

Medium-length hair works with almost any bridal hairstyle. Choose a medium-length bridal hairstyle that works with your dress. For example, if your dress has a halter neckline, show the neckline off by wearing your hair up. If your dress is strapless, wear your hair down to create a little more coverage.

Long Hair

Many brides grow their hair out before the big day. If you have long hair, a beautiful bridal hairstyle is the relaxed look of hair worn down. Hair worn down can be quite versatile. You can wear your hair curly, straight or anywhere in between. Keep your hair soft and not too stiff, to give it that bridal feel.

Accessories

Your wedding is a good time to use hair accessories. Accessories can dress up a bridal hairstyle or just give it added panache. Accessories for brides may include a veil, bridal barrettes, sparkly hair pins, flowers and even feathers. Most brides choose to accessorize their hair. If you choose to, experiment with different accessories to find one that works with your bridal hairstyle. Don't wait until the big day to pick your look.