Photo (above): Photographer: Manon Engels - MUAH: Lauren Bracke
Article by Lauren Bracke
Preparation is everything
Beautiful hair is not everything, in order to achieve a stunning wedding hairstyle. In the first place you need a bridal hairstylist: someone who knows about bridal hairstyles and who is up to date with the latest trends. Inform your hairstylist about how your hair usually behaves (or doesn't), and about the look you want. Tell him or her what your wedding dress looks like, and what hair accessories you prefer.
Different kinds of wedding hairstyles
Your wedding hairstyle is the icing on the cake of your bridal look. The choice of the way you wear your hair will give your wedding dress a more casual or classic finishing touch.
Make a choice between different hairstyles for your wedding day:
Loose
A loose hairstyle is very popular if you want to create a boho look. A tip for brides-to-be with straight hair: be sure to schedule a trial session so that your hairstylist can select the best products to keep your curls in shape for hours.
Half-up
A half-up hairstyle is a great option for brides who like to keep up with fashion. Half-up hair can be twisted, braided, straight or curly. It is a very versatile hairstyle that goes with any dress and allows you to create both a boho and classic look. Tip: Combine dried flowers with braids for the ultimate boho look and combine a veil with twists for a more classic look.
Fixed
Do you want calm and security on your most beautiful day? Or do you go for a more classic look? A fixed bridal hairstyle might hold better throughout your wedding day and elegantly emphasises your face. Tip: Do you have a bare back? Then go for an up-do bridal hairstyle so that the details on your back remain fully visible.
Face shape
Oval
With an oval face shape you can do anything when it comes to wedding hairstyles. So go for the one you like best. Nothing can stop you!
Elongated
With an elongated face shape, choose a wedding hairstyle that doesn't go below your shoulders or make sure that the volume is mainly around the middle of your face. For example, go for beautiful curls to give your face a bit more volume.
Round
For a round face, your wedding hairstyle should ideally make your face look slightly longer, so that the proportions are nicely balanced. Loose waves or beach waves with a middle parting are ideal for brides with a round face. Would you rather go for an updo? Make sure you add volume on top of your head so that this makes your face optically longer.
Wide
If you have a broad or square face, it is best to wear your hair long in order to make your face look slightly narrower. Go ahead and enjoy a voluminous loose hairstyle. Do you want to wear your hair up anyway? Then make sure you wear the volume on top to make your face look slightly narrower.
Heart-shaped
With a heart shaped face, it is important to have a lot of volume in the middle or at the bottom of your face. Avoid loose, short hairstyles above the chin and go for a diagonal parting, a low updo, a hairstyle with twists or a braided hair part.
Hair Structure
Brides with long, sleek and thin hair are not advised to go for a half updo with curls as they may not get the full effect of their beautiful hair style after a few hours. If you have a slight natural wave in your bridal hair, you can wear practically any wedding hairstyle. If you have frizzy hair, your hairstylist will know the best techniques to make your hair shine.
Season
When marrying in the summer, there is a chance that it will be very hot. Therefore, choose for an up-do, especially if you wear a dress with a slightly thicker fabric. A half-up hairdo or a bridal hairdo with loose hair is mainly chosen for a winter wedding.
Personality
The ultimate tip: choose a wedding hairstyle that suits your personality. Try to feel at ease on your wedding day, radiant - the most beautiful version of yourself. Even in 5, 10 and 20 years, you still want to recognise yourself, in your wedding photos!
