Wedding and Bridal Hairstyles

Sunday, February 24, 2008

Getting Your Wedding Hairstyle


by Charlie Reese

Plan Early To Determine the Best Wedding Hairstyle for Your Big Day
We have all experienced the "bad hair day" when no matter how extreme the effort to force the hair into cooperation, it simply does whatever it wants. This type of bad hair day is enough to send many people into a tailspin that can ruin an entire day. Don't let this happen to you on your wedding day. There is no more important day to look your best than on your wedding day and yet many women will wait until the morning of the wedding to try a new hairstyle for their wedding.

Not long ago, a Washington bride tried to grow her short hair out over the year of her engagement, wanted long golden locks for her wedding photos. Unfortunately her hair would not cooperate and as the wedding date grew near, her shoulder length locks left her sad and unhappy. To the surprise and horror of nearly every guest at her wedding, as the doors opened for the bride to begin her walk down the aisle, the only thing anyone noticed was her wedding hairstyle. The waist long blonde hair that hung down the left side of her neck in a wavy, curly pony tail, an obvious wig, was very out of place and unnatural, ruining her overall appearance.

The bride's wedding hairstyle and wig were the main topics of conversation at the reception. These conversations based upon the bride's wedding hairstyle sadly replaced those that would have been held about the beauty of her gown or her overall appearance. Conversations that should have focused on the beauty of the bride were instead filled with shock and disbelief that anyone in her bridal party did not prevent that hideous wedding hairstyle before it left the dressing room.

Key Ideas to Prevent a Wedding Hairstyle Catastrophe

The most important thing to do as you begin planning your wedding is to determine exactly what type of wedding hairstyle you want on the day of your wedding. It is important to consider the style of veil, head ornament and other accessories that you might be wearing in your hair on the day of the wedding.

If you are someone that perms or colors your hair, you will want to have it done at least one month prior to the actual wedding date. Taking the time to have your hair treated at least thirty days before your wedding date will allow the overall look to soften and appear more natural in your wedding pictures and at the actual event itself. It is a good idea to get a trim at the same time to prevent split ends.

One of the most popular wedding hairstyle fashions is the "updo". This is when the bride has her hair pulled up into a high crown of hair. If this is a wedding hairstyle that you are considering for your wedding, it is a great idea to get your hair done by two different stylists so that you can compare which one is best for your personal taste. It is not a good idea to wait until the day of the wedding to get your hair done, because if something were to go wrong, you would not have any time to correct the situation.

About the Author
Charlie Reese is a wedding party writer and blogger. He enjoys giving a psychic chat online reading and looking at the weekly horoscopes.

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Friday, February 15, 2008

Bridal Beauty Secrets - Bridal Makeup Tips - Makeup and Hairstyle

Every bride deserves to be the very special lady of the day and look her best. The hairdo, the makeup, the bridal trousseau and how the bride conducts herself is the focus of everybody's attention on this day and you will certainly feel much more comfortable, if you have already done the dress rehearsal first . People say that the bride is the center of a wedding's attention.

When someone is watching you, you always want to look your best. With the aid of makeup artists, your bridal makeup can be the perfect one. Forwards are some tips for a durable and good looking makeup. It's reported that nothing compares with a blushing bride.Where to Begin…The first thing to get right is your skin and eyebrows…I would recommend a series of facials in the run up to your wedding (that is if you don’t already have regular facials) Start a few months before as it is common for your skin to break out and get worse before it gets better after a facial if you haven’t had one for a long time. (Something to do with getting all the impurities out) Treat yourself to one a month for 3 months before the big day…your last one at least a few days before your wedding, to give your skin time to settle down) Eyebrows should be shaped the day before if possible.

Bridal Makeup TipsBridal make up includes dressing up your face, eyes and hair for the special day.
* Before applying foundation, use a gel or a primer. This helps your wedding make up stay for the whole day.
* Use tinted foundation in different colors to reflect the shaded and highlighted areas.
* Trim your brows properly and shape your eyes with eyeliner.
* Go in for false lashes to add the dramatic look to the eyes.

For a resistant blushing, a powder-based blush is recommended.In the day of the wedding, you should not apply any makeup to your brows. Anyway, it is recommended to apply the eye color and a neutral shadow after putting on shadow primer. This tip can make your bridal makeup look more natural. For brightening a little your eyelids, use an eye shadow base. After that, apply two layers of waterproof mascara, having few seconds pause between, to avoid eventually incidents.

Your lips are also very important. Take into account that you will kiss a lot of people. So you should use a very resistant lipstick. Moreover, it has to fit eye and hair color, same as the lip liner. You should always outline your lips first and then fill them with color. For a longer durability, use balm, lacquer or primer and apply the lipstick with a lip brush. You should apply two layers, for resistance.

To conclude, your beauty routine make a quick check of your face and powder before you leave for the ceremony. If you can have your bridal makeup professionally applied, go for it and save stress. Besides, the difference in front of the camera will be startling, speaking good of you for the years to come.

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Sunday, February 10, 2008

Perfect Wedding Hairstyle Ideas & Tips


by Paul Jones

Your wedding is the most important day of your life and you want to look gorgeous! It is important to spend a few months looking through different hairstyle magazines and online to get as many different hairstyle ideas as you can. We have compiled some great wedding hairstyle tips and ideas below to help you create the look of your dreams for your upcoming wedding day.
* For those brides-to-be out there who have long, flowing hair, the hottest and most popular wedding hairstyle of 2008 is to simply have your hair down and curled slightly at the ends of your hair. This is a very elegant look that is sure to compliment any wedding dress and any face shape. If you are looking for a little something more, inserting small and matching flowers into your hair can create that little something extra to make your style unique.

* Although up-dos were once the most popular and traditional way to wear your hair on your wedding day, today is much more natural. Another great look is to have your hair half up and collected at the back with a large flower. This keeps your hair out of your face, your veil in place and leaves the bottom of your hair long and flowing down the back of your beautiful gown.

* For those of you with shorter hair length before your wedding there are many different options. There are several hairstyles that can be created by your hairstylist to make it look like you have a stunning up-do with short hair. Also, leaving your hair loose and perhaps wavy is a great look, depending on just how short your hair is.

There are really no specific trends for wedding hairstyles today. It depends greatly on how long your hair is, what texture your hair is and simply your preference. Everyone has a certain idea of how they will look on their wedding day, whether that hairstyle is in fashion or not, that is what you want!

Remember that it is not only the hairstyle which can make or break your style for your special day. Accessories are a great way to enhance an already perfect look. By visiting a few special wedding boutiques you will find accessories galore! Whether you are looking to go all out and wear a princess crown or you are just looking for some small flower or jewel accents you can find them through and wedding retailer. Your hairstylist can make sure they are inserted appropriately in your hair and make you look stunning!

One last thing to remember before you even think about what hairstyle is best for you and your special day is to make sure you have a professional hairstylist booked for your day. Everyone has a hairstylist they visit on a monthly basis for their trimming needs but when it comes to your wedding day you may want to seek out someone who has a great deal of experience with wedding hairstyles so you can feel confident with your hair when you leave.

There are so many important details to remember and include on your wedding day that sometimes your own hairstyle gets overlooked until the last minute! Don't forget about your own preparation time when you are preparing everything else. This is your day to look like a princess to take advantage of this opportunity and create the hairstyle of your dreams with the help of your chosen hairstylist. Pampering yourself with a hairstylist at a luxurious spa is only the beginning of your wonderful day.

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Friday, February 08, 2008

Wedding Hair Style; Short Hair Styles That Are Easy To Follow



Submitted By: Ben Anton

Hair updos provide the perfect style for any occasion. Wedding updos can be elegant, sophisticated, and beautiful. Prom updos can be fun and flirty or classy and gorgeous. Similarly, hair updos can provide a casual look for day to day activities or a business look for work. Or, those looking for a little added sex appeal can experiment with a variety of hair updos to let the sultry side shine.

Half Up/Half Down Hair Updos

One interesting variation of hair updos is the half up/half down style. These modified hair updos involve pinning up part of the hair while allowing the rest of the hair to flow around the shoulders or back. These hair updos can look stunning on a wedding day or they can look sexy for a night on the town.

Generally, those using half up/half down style hair updos have medium to long hair, though shorter hair can still be attractive with these styles. Many women choosing to sport one of these hair updos, however, elect to add hair extensions to add to the contrast and beauty of the style. Half up/half down style hair updos can work with curly hair or straight hair and women with bangs can easily incorporate the hair cut into the style.

Women with fine hair sometimes have a difficult time with half up/half down style hair updos because the pins holding it in place have a tendency to slip. Therefore, it is generally best to treat the hair ahead of time with plenty of gel and holding spray and to use many bobby pins.

Creating Half Up/Half Down Hair Updos

Even if the hair is not thin, it is best to refrain from washing the hair for at least 24 hours before creating a half up/half down style. This is because the natural oils in the hair help the parts and knots used in these hair updos stay tight and long lasting. If the hair has been recently washed, it needs to be treated with hair spray or gel to prep it for styling.

After the hair is ready for hair updos, it should be brushed thoroughly and made free of tangles and knots. Then, sections of about 1-2” thickness should be created and straightened with a flat iron. After the hair has been allowed to cool, the tail of a rattail comb should be used to create a side part. This part should extend from the front of the hairline to about 2 inches from the crown of the head.

The hair should then be brushed from the part to the hairline’s opposite side. Then, the new section that has been created should be pulled behind the ear. The stylist should then use her hands and a paddle brush to smooth the hair in order to contain all of the random hairs within the new section.

The hair should then be temporarily clipped behind the ear. One small strand of hair can also be pulled from the new section in order to create an accent piece. This strand should be taken from near the eyebrow and it can be left either straight or slightly curled.

Next, the other side of the hair should be brushed until it is smooth. It should be brushed behind the other ear and also clipped temporarily. Each section can then be unclipped from behind the ears one at a time. The sections should then be separated equally into bottom and top sections, making each section into two new sections. The bottom portion should be pulled into a loose ponytail in order to keep it out of the way for the next step.

Then, one of the top sections should be brushed toward the middle of the back portion of the head and rolled into a fairly flat and horizontal hair roll. It should be pinned securely and flatly against the scalp. It is generally necessary to add a light gel or a setting lotion to each section of the hair at this point. Otherwise, the hair may be too slippery and will not hold well.

The other top section should then also be rolled to the middle and back section of the head. It is important to be sure to slightly overlap the first section that was rolled. The second roll needs to be pinned in a fashion that hides the first roll. The entire area then needs to be sprayed with hairspray in order to keep it in place.

A large decorative clip, a flower, or other hair accessory can then be added. Not only is this attractive, it also helps to hide the overlapping hair rolls. For a little more pizzazz, a bit of glitter gel can also be added to the sides or back.

The sections that were being temporarily held in loose ponytails can then be let out. A curling iron can be used to create a soft bend in the ends of the hair. These will also need to be sprayed in order to hold them in place.

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Saturday, February 02, 2008

Flower Girl


Want the flower girl to match your look? Go for the popular side part with smooth sculptured curls. This look will hold with even the wildest of tots! Bobby pins and spray are needed here.

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