Hairstyles With Tiaras
Tiaras, small jeweled crowns, sit atop the head to adorn it and the accompanying hairstyle. Also known as diadems, they are special-occasion wear on a wedding day, for a cotillion (formal ball), or prom. Many hairstyles can complement a tiara. The choice of hairstyle depends on the woman's taste and attire. As a rule of thumb, choose an intricate style to go with a simple dress, and a simple style with an intricate dress. Does this Spark an idea?
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Down: Long, Loose Styles
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If your hair is long, you may want to wear it down on your special occasion. Having your hair down can be a casual approach, and the tiara is a perfect way to dress it up. Use curlers on your hair for a whimsical, youthful look. Keep it straight for a sophisticated feel. You can also wear your hair in a low ponytail at the nape of your neck. Let it fall straight down the back for simplicity's sake or have it full and voluminous for a more princess-like approach.
Up: Daring and Messy Styles
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For some women, a too perfect hairstyle does not fit their personality. They prefer their hair slightly disheveled for a natural appearance. The tiara has its place with this style as well. One way to give your hair a more carefree feel is to place the tiara at the back of the head and pull bangs or side parts to the front. Pin your hair up loosely, twisting hair randomly as you go. Pull out thin, wispy pieces from the back and sides. Settle the tiara at the top of your hair "nest," pushing it into the hairstyle so there is a little bit of sparkle that reflects light with the movement of your head.
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Up: Conservative Classic Styles
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Tiaras have their first use rooted in royalty. There are many up-do styles that mimic the ways queens and princesses have worn them. One of the classic hairstyles is a high, mid, or low chignon. A chignon is the French word for bun. Chignons tend to be bigger and have more volume than the tight buns of ballerinas. Another style is the French twist. This works best with longer hair. Start to twist the hair at the nape of your neck. Continue to twist upward until the end up of your hair is pointing up. Pin hair in place to your head.
Many traditional up-do styles call for creating a bouffant the tiara can sit against once it is placed on your head. A bouffant is simply a puff of hair at the top of the head. Create it with hair from the top-middle of your head. This style calls for hair to be teased at the crown, sprayed, back-combed and then pinned in place.
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