5 Wedding Hairstyles That Will Never Go Out of Style, According to Experts
Photo:
@ashleygrahamThere was one thing that all of our hair experts were unanimous on though: before you even think about deciding on your wedding hair, you need to get your wedding outfit locked down. "It's the cornerstone of your look for the day," explains Tom Smith, celebrity hair stylist and Olaplex artist. "Your hairstyle can then be guided by what would work best [with your outfit]. High necklines might mean that your hair should be worn up...minimal, sleek dresses often work best with clean and simple lines in the hair, while ruffles and texture fit better with hair that has more movement."
The golden rule for great wedding hair though? Not veering too far from your usual style. "Your wedding hair needs to be something you feel comfortable and familiar with," advises Syd Hayes, International Session Hairstylist and BaByliss ambassador. "It's not the time to try something totally new, but instead add elegant touches or a bit of something special to a style you like wearing and have been photographed in before."
Photo:
@trishallisonSo, ready to make a choice? We've got plenty of wedding hair inspiration ahead but, to make it less overwhelming, we've broken it down into the 5 key bridal styles that experts swear will look as good today as they will in ten years time when you're looking back on your wedding photos.
Photo:
@gregoryrussellhairSeriously, how romantic is this perfectly tousled half-up, half-down style on Lily Collins?
Photo:
@kdeenihanThe half-up, half-down style is so versatile. Leave some tendrils around your face to soften the look or make like Nathalie Emmanuel and sweep all of the top section of hair back to allow your makeup to take centre stage. Perfect if you're wearing a bold lip on your big day.
Photo:
@cwoodhairCurl the ends of your hair under like Sophie Turner for a perfectly polished finish to this chic bridal style.
Photo:
@halleybriskerSee? The half-up, half-down style really does work on all hair lengths. And it looks oh-so-pretty on Nicola Coughlan's shorter strands.
Hayes recommends using this rich mask enriched with shea butter and keratin weekly in the run-up to your wedding as it works to "seals in split ends and boost hydration".
If you can, visiting a salon for a professional treatment will help to get your hair as healthy as possible. However, adding a treatment into your at-home routine at least once a week in the run-up to your big day will do wonders for boosting your hair health. This new launch from L'Oréal Paris works to strengthen strands from the inside out for strong, swishy, shiny hair.
This versatile conditioner works for all hair types and textures—leave it on for up to 30 minutes for nourishing treatment that leaves strands deeply moisturised.
Photo:
@cwoodhairThis couture take on wedding hair is inspired by one of Elizabeth Taylor's very own bridal styles. Lily Aldridge keeps it modern with the oversized blooms and sleek, shiny braid.
Photo:
@stormreidCrown braids are a classic way to dip your toe into the prom hair trend as demonstrated by Storm Reid. So elegant.
Photo:
@gregoryrussellhairA topknot is another classic bridal hairstyle, but Anya Taylor-Joy takes hers to new height for a modern take on the look.
This oversized silhouette will turn heads.
A chic twist on a classic bejewelled headband.
How pretty is this petite pearl clip?
Photo:
@jourdandunnA-listers often pull out a high ponytail for big events and when it looks as good as Jourdan Dunn's it's easy to see why. Bonus points for the fact that it keeps your hair out of your face for the entire day, so it's really low-maintenance.
Photo:
@chrisappleton1J.Lo's bouncy blow-dry looks so good. Serious volume.
Photo:
@mayajamaUltra-glossy and super-sleek, Maya Jama's classic poker-straight blowdry makes the perfect wedding style. Plus, Wattage predicts that fringes will be in with brides this year: "I think we are likely to see more long fringes that frames the face and the jawline—romantic with an edge."
Photo:
@halleybriskerKeeping it simple with artfully dishevelled waves, Simone Ashley's glam style would make an effortlessly cool bridal look.
Apply this to damp hair then blow-dry to activate–your hair will never have been smoother or shinier. Trust us.
This does actually what it says on the bottle—adds a gorgeous, gleaming shine to hair.
Apply this cream through the ends and mid-lengths of hair to add moisture and gloss. Start with a pea-sized amount and add more if your hair texture needes it.
Photo:
@rosiehwWe love the way that Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's sleek bun has been twisted slightly at the nape of her neck for a fresh finish.
Photo:
@ninaparkHoYeon Jung's combination of side parting and pillarbox red lip keeps this classic wedding hairstyle feeling modern.
Photo:
@patrickwilsonHow cool does Niamh Algar's slicked-back bun look? This wet-look style would be perfect for summer weddings or beach locations.
Photo:
@bobbyeliotCute, classic and pretty as a picture, Kelsey Merrit's ballerina bun would make a popular wedding hair option.
"A timeless classic that I always recommend is L’Oreal Elnett to lock your look in place and seal any flyaways," says Hayes.
At the other end of the price spectrum comes this luxurious hairspray which is so fine that there's no chance of stickiness. Plus, it smells incredible.
Ideal if you're getting married during the summer or in a humid climate, this will lock your wedding hair in place while delivering a dose of conditioning ingredients to encourage shine and boost moisture.
Photo:
@cwoodhairIt doesn't get much more classic than Eleanor Tomlison's gorgeous side-swept strands.
Photo:
@_carolenicolas_Make like Ashley Park and add some height at the front of your retro wedding style for an extra dose of drama.
Photo:
@dionnesmithhairIf you love the Hollywood-inspired looks, but want to keep your hair off your face for the day then Leigh-Anne Pinnock's elegant ponytail is the best of both worlds.
Photo:
@tessamaethompsonTessa Thompson takes a more laidback approach to this glam look with more relaxed waves in a cool-girl copper tone.
Create tumbling waves with absolutely zero styling prowess required thanks to this innovate curl-creating hair tool.
Yes, it's an investment, but you can dry and style your hair with this much-coveted piece of kit. Beauty editors swear by it for creating the look of a professional blow-dry at home.
A supersized version of the classic ghd stylers, this pair cut styling time in half with larger plates that heat up even faster. They're perfect for long, thick and curly hair types and can be used to straighten strands as well as creating glam waves.
Up Next: From Nails to Skin—an Expert Guide to the Ultimate Wedding Beauty Timeline.