20 Perfect Half Up Half Down Hairstyles for the Bride

Hair, Make Up & Beauty

The eternal personal beauty dispute of ‘hair; up or down?’ is a spiral staircase of insecurity and uncertainty at the best of times (after work drinks), but when it comes to your wedding day, it takes on a whole other level of trepidation. The tendency for many brides no matter how they normally style their tresses is to attempt an elegant updo – a natural inclination, given that a special occasion deserves what is traditionally thought of as a more sophisticated style. Thing is, a lot of ladies can feel quite vulnerable by wearing their hair in an up style, and more importantly might not necessarily look ‘themselves’ with their hair so different to their day-to-day ‘do. Which is why a half up half down wedding hairstyle is such a popular option for Irish brides! Below are some of the most beautiful half up half down hairstyles we’ve come across over the last week or two which we hope will inspire you with your own Big Day do. Not for you? Check out this edit of 21 Elegant Vintage Wedding Hairstyles that should give you an extra boost of inspo.

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Photo via Art4Studio.ru

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Photo by Louisa Bailey via weddingsonline

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Photo via Mon Cheri Bridals

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Photo by Becca Rilo Photography via PrettyDesigns | Photo via SMP

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Photo via Pinterest

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Photo via Green Wedding Shoes

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Photo by Barefoot Blonde

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Photo via BridalGuide | Photo by Ciara Richardson Photography

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Photo via Mod Wedding

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Photo via Magnolia Rouge

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Photo via SMP

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Photo via Luxy Hair

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Photo via womensok.com

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Photo by Luxy Hair

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Photo by Art4Studio.ru

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Photo by @weddingsandeventsbyemily

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Photo by Mango Studios via Style Me Pretty

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Photo via Glamour and Grace by Ivy & Stone