We admire how this bride added multiple braids to her elegant updo for texture and romance, creating the perfect frame for her floral-themed two-piece bridal ensemble.
Add some pizzazz to your classic down style by including face-framing strands and a flower crown in your braid.
Fishtail Braids
If you’re searching for an intricate and eye-catching hairstyle, look no further than the fishtail braid. Perfect for formal events and occasions alike, creating and maintaining this exquisite style is simple!
Start by sectioning off the portion of hair you plan on braiding – think of this as Sections 1 and 2; leave some loose ends by your face for looseness – to use for the braid.
Next, take a small section from outside Section 2 and bring it into Section 1. Finally, repeat these steps in Section 3, but with each new braid.
Repeat this process on all of your hair until the braid is complete, then secure with a hair tie. For added dimension, curl your locks using an appropriate curling iron to help create fuller and voluminous fishtail braids and prevent thin or flat ones.
Flower Crown
Floral crowns have quickly become the latest wedding trend, and for good reason. They are charmingly romantic and easy to add a boho flair to your big day. Creating them doesn’t require extensive floral knowledge – one bloom or many can do!
Create your flower crown by starting with a loose fishtail braid, pinning it back for security, and then wrapping each side with tendril-filled halos to complete this boho bridal look suitable for outdoor celebrations.
To add flowers, start with the enormous blooms and work backward using floral tape to cover their stems. Continue this process until your entire head has been decorated in flowers! For optimal results, use hardy blooms like baby’s breath or roses, which are more likely to last all day; make your crown several days ahead and store it in the fridge overnight!
Half Up, Half Down
Half-up, half-down hairstyles create an intimate and romantic aesthetic. This versatile look works on all textures but is especially flattering on those with wavy or curly locks. Incorporating this look into your routine is also a great way to showcase the unique features of your face shape; one way of doing so would be forming your top half into a donut bun and pinning it back with embellished pins as this beautiful style.
An alternative take on this timeless look involves gathering lower hair into a low ponytail, leaving some loose, face-framing tendrils hanging down from above, and spraying some hairspray onto it for added elegance and staying power throughout the day.
If your hair is very thin, use a volumizing product before styling it. Also, try layering for added thickness and dimension. For an even fuller and more glamorous look, extensions or padding may help add volume around the roots or crown region of your head.
French Braids
French braids are an eternally chic hairstyle. Perfect for showing off your feminine side and suitable for any event or special occasion, French braids offer endless styling variations, such as side or double braids, to personalize any hairstyle and stand the test of time.
Add flowers or small decorations for an even more romantic touch, such as ribbons, to your French braids, giving them some added flare and color. This will add an elegant and romantic look that is also extra-feminine.
Hairspray or dry shampoo will help your braids remain in place, while teasing can add volume if your locks are thin or fine. Practice is key to creating beautiful braids; practice on dolls or friends until you master this skill before sleeping in them with silk/satin bonnets to protect against frizzies while you slumber!
