How to Choose a Hairstyle for a Wedding

Your wedding is one of the most important days in your life. That's why it's important to put some thought and preparation into the hairstyle you choose for the big day. How do you select a hair style that will be appropriate on your big day?

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. First, you should take your hair type and texture into consideration when choosing your wedding hairstyle.If you were born with thick, curly hair, you probably shouldn't opt for a stick straight wedding hair style as it would be difficult to get your hair to cooperate Plus, your hair may not hold up for all the activities you'll be taking part in during the day. Likewise, unless you plan on getting a perm, don't try to force your straight hair to be super curly just for your big day. When you get out into the heat and humidity, those carefully coiffed curls are probably going to become limp and lackluster.

2. If you have long hair and are comfortable wearing it up, it can look stunning pulled back into a simple chignon. Add some beautiful hair accessories or flowers and you're sure to look the part of the elegant bride. If wearing your hair up has never been a practice for you, wear your long hair down with a few, simple loose curls. Be sure to take into consideration the dress you'll be wearing. If you're wearing a high necked dress, a classic up do gives a very nice look. If you're wearing a lower cut or strapless dress, long hair may soften the look a bit.

3. Select your wedding hair style early. Start collecting pictures of wedding styles you like and place them in a scrapbook for quick reference. When you visit your hairdresser, take along your photos so she can get an idea of what type of wedding hairstyle you're looking for. You also want your hairstyle to be consistent with your dress and the hairstyle of your bridesmaids, which makes early planning important. Good places to find ideas for wedding hair styles are bridal magazines, catalogues, celebrity wedding photos, and hair style magazines.

4. Be practical when choosing your wedding hair style. You're going to be active for up to ten hours, dancing and conversing with the public, you want a hair style that will hold up to all of the activity. This is supposed to be a day of celebration! Don't let you hair be a distraction.

5. Here's in hopes you'll select the right wedding hair style and you'll have a joyous and beautiful wedding!

[starlet67]

on 4/8/2009 Having photos handy helps you visualize the way you want your hair to look. Great tips for beautiful wedding day hair!5*