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2011 Bridal Trend: Braided Hairstyles

August 10, 2011 By dena Leave a Comment

There's something about braided hair that is unabashedly feminine. And they're versatile-- you can wear them long and loose in a bohemian style, or sleek and sculpted for a more sophisticated look. Plus, all you need are your fingers-- no heat or special tools-- to achieve the perfect look. Besides, braids are one of today's hottest bridal trends, so you'll be chic, stylish and beautiful on your big day! feature image: The Knot Ballerina Twist: The ballerina twist up-do is a soft and … [Read more...]

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Glamorous Updos for the Bride

March 31, 2011 By dena Leave a Comment

Upswept hair styles have long been favored among brides for their elegance, versatility, and ease. This style is low-maintenance and best reveals the bride's face, jewelry, and dress. Your wedding-day hairstyle should flatter your face and also be in keeping with your overall look. A sleek, sculpted updo is more formal; a soft upsweep with a few loose tendrils is more romantic. Have a good time playing around with hairdo's, either at home or with a stylist. Bring pictures of styles you … [Read more...]

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Wedding Hair Inspiration: Highlights

January 19, 2011 By dena Leave a Comment

Your hair color will contribute something special your wedding day hairstyle. If you are considering getting highlights, make sure you test them out way before your wedding day, so you can adjust the shade if necessary (or cover them up if you really hate them!). Whether you want something subtle or a whole new look, highlights are a fun way to change your look. Make sure you have a reliable hairstylist, and then use this Hair Inspiration Gallery from iVillage to find that perfect look. All … [Read more...]

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Bridal Hairstyles for Curly Hair

June 7, 2009 By dena 3 Comments

You're curls are part of you, and they should play a leading role in your wedding day style! Long hair, Down & Loose If you really want to be YOU on your wedding day, and "you" includes glorious, cascading curls, than you should definitely consider wearing your hair down. The key to getting this look right is achieving maximum fullness and luxuriously soft, super glossy curls. The best way to do this, according to ModelBride, is the following way: If you have wavy or curly hair you … [Read more...]

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Mom Make-overs: Beauty tips for the Mother of the Bride

March 1, 2009 By dena Leave a Comment

Christopher Hopkins, "The Makeover Guy" believes women get more attractive as they get older. He is the author of Staging Your Comeback: A Complete Beauty Revival for Women Over 45, and he's just the one to give your mom tips on how she can freshen up her look for your wedding day! Moms, we know that next to the bride, you are the ones who stress the most about how to do your hair and makeup for the wedding day. You want to look lovely and youthful, yet elegant and … [Read more...]

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Bridal up-do’s for everyone: Find your Favorite!

October 27, 2008 By dena Leave a Comment

Long or short, straight, curly, or wavy, there's an up-do for everyone. Nothing makes you feel "dressed up" like putting up your hair, and there are so many gorgeous ways to do it! Bride.com has an amazing gallery of hairstyles to choose from, with over 100 up-do's. Do check them out and find a few favorites that you can try yourself! Here are some of my favorites... you can click on any image to take you to the style source. Sleek and Sculpted The ultimate in sophistication is beautiful, … [Read more...]

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Got Glamour? Bobby Pins are a Bride’s Best Friend

June 3, 2008 By dena Leave a Comment

Although there are many styles to choose from when getting your hair done on your wedding day, sweeping the hair off your face will always be classic. If you want a flattering look that radiates glamor and elegance, nothing compares to the up-do. "And, it cannot be done without the bobby pin," says Jessica Churchill, educator and up-do specialist at the Salon Professional Academy in Appleton. "They are nice because you don’t see them and it looks like the hair is just magically … [Read more...]

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Up, down, or half? What is the right bridal hairstyle for you?

October 21, 2007 By dena Leave a Comment

According to this fashion blog, deciding on a bridal hairstyle has a lot to do with personal preference. Which makes sense to me... I mean, it's your wedding right? Secondary considerations would be factors such as: is your wedding a daytime wedding, or an evening wedding? Indoors or out? Will you be wearing a headpiece, and if so - what kind? Up-do's are best if you want a very formal look. However they work with any type of wedding, even the most casual beach wedding. I'd go with a looser … [Read more...]