Hair Extensions.com ::  Wedding Hairstyles

Every bride wants to look picture perfect on their wedding day, from the perfect wedding dress to the perfect wedding hairstyle. So, you’ve found your dress, which is no easy task! Now it is time to choose your wedding hairstyle. There are many factors to consider before choosing your wedding hair to ensure you make the right choice.



Bare Shoulders
When the style of your wedding dress exposes your shoulders whether it is strapless, has spaghetti straps, is simple, or elaborate, you have the most options for your wedding hair style. If you have a great neck and shoulders, show them off and wear your hair up in an elegant wedding updo. If an updo isn’t your style, just let your hair down. So many celebrity brides are doing it, so go for it! Your cascading hair will not compete with your wedding dress. This type of dress looks good with just about any bridal hairstyle, such as an updo, a side-swept ponytail, chignon, half up half down, all down, plus any variations of these hairstyles.

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Simple Wedding Dress
If your dress is a simple fabric or not ornate, try dressing it up with a sophisticated, intricate updo. This will instantly glam up your look and keep you from looking too casual on your wedding day. You never want your bridesmaids or guests to out shine the bride. After all, this is your special day, be dazzling. Choosing the right hairstyle to suit your dress will ensure your wedding ring is not the only thing that sparkles on your wedding day! Now brides, listen up, getting an elaborate updo doesn’t mean you will spend hours at the salon. Try wearing an easy, Do-It-Yourself hairpiece to achieve the look. This will save you time and money, plus, you don’t have to worry about your hair falling or loosing its shape

Of course, there is always an exception to this rule, the island wedding. If you are getting married on a tropical island, a simple easy to manage hairstyle will compliment your simple wedding look. The most popular hairstyle for an island wedding is a side swept ponytail or long wavy hair worn down or half up half down. You can achieve this relaxed, romantic island look with hair extensions.

This modern bride was married in Hawaii. She knew she wanted a simple hairstyle, so instead of seeking out an unfamiliar hairstylist on an unfamiliar island, she brought an instant hairstyle with her. Inspired by the Ken Paves How-To video, she purchased the 23" Wavy Synthetic Extension by Hairdo months in advance and practiced doing her own wedding hairstyle at home until she was comfortable with the overall look. This simple bridal hairstyle was created in just minutes.

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Elaborate Wedding Dress
If your dress has very elaborate embellishments, long sleeves, a high collar, jacket, wrap or cape try a simple hairdo to avoid looking ‘over-the-top’ on your special day. Remember, less is more when choosing the perfect hairstyle to compliment your dress. With an elaborate dress, it is best to keep the hair sleek and pulled into a chic updo. You have so many different choices of hairpieces to create a simple, elegant updo in just minutes.

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Wedding Hair Accessories
Veils, Tiaras, Headbands, & Flowers...Go Faux!
Another important factor when choosing the right wedding hair style is your accessories. Nowadays, many women are loosing the traditional veil and opting to go with more casual accessories, such as, headbands or flowers, which look best when paired with soft, simple hairstyles. If you choose to go with the traditional veil, a tightly curled or braided updo or a half up half down hairstyle looks the best. Often, the movement of your veil against your wedding hairstyle can disrupt your hairstyle so it’s best to go faux if you want your hairdo to stay looking flawless. Want to look like a princess on your wedding day? A sparkling tiara can be the perfect touch. Tiaras look best when paired with an elegant updo.

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Celebrity Wedding Hairstyles
Check out how your favorite Hollywood celebrities wear their hair on their wedding day. Many stars use hairpieces and hair extensions to enhance their wedding hair. Avril Lavigne kept her look simple and surprisingly classic, abandoning her rocker chic persona for her special day. She wore her hair down with big, soft romantic waves. After the wedding ceremony, she ditched the veil and her hair looked stunning all night long. Carmen Electra also wore her hair down on her wedding day except she chose to pin her bangs back which gave her a sweet, girl- next-door look. You don’t have to spend months waiting around for your hair to grow out to have long hair on your wedding day. Get gorgeous long locks, like Avril and Carmen, with the help of human hair extensions for the most natural look.

Vanessa Williams chose a sleek updo for her wedding day. Since her wedding veil already had so much volume the sleek bridal hairstyle complimented the veil beautifully. Always daring with her style, Gwen Stefani wore a one-of-a-kind wedding dress which was dipped pink at the bottom designed by John Galliano. When you chose an avant-garde wedding dress it is always best to go with a simple updo. Check out our Wedding Hair section to find a ready-to- wear wedding updo like Vanessa and Gwen.