Three DIY Hair Ideas For The Bride & Her Maids

Fashion & Jewellery, Hair, Make Up & Beauty
Tim Coulson rustic bride and groom
Image: Tim Coulson

Unfortunately the pot of money can run out when it comes to your wedding day, and alternative solutions sometimes have to be found. If you're finding your budget is getting tighter one area you could potentially (with a little practise) do yourself is your bridal hair- especially if you want a relaxed look to match your chilled out wedding vibe. Today we have three styles that anyone can do and if you're not feeling confident to do your own do, why not ask your bridesmaids or even a friend who's more confident.

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1. The Side Plait

Yes, we did just say a plait on your wedding day! Fear not a plait is not just reserved for school kids, with a bit of practise you could have a perfectly smooth and sleek plait, a unkempt braid or even an uber cool fishtail! Dress your side plait up or down with simple wild flowers, pretty ribbons or sparkling gems.

Pretty floral bridal plait
Image: Yan Photo
Fishtail bridal plait
Image: Jessica Janae
Fishtail plait with hairband
Image: Amy Nicole Photography

Wear your side plait with:

Jules Bridal Jewellery

Lynette, draping hair pearls, €193 / Petunia, crystal and pearl headband, €195.

Venice, forehead band, €263, all available to order from Jules Bridal Jewellery.

2. The Loose Curls

The bridal choice of many brides, loose and flowing curls. We bet many of you achieve this pretty look most Saturday nights, so why not give it a go yourself, armed with a good can of hairspray and curling wand, of course! This look works well with most hair pieces including jewelled hair bands, hair slides, a single floral bloom or an off the moment, floral crown.

Blonde flowing curls
Image: Megan Welker Photography / Raquel Leal Photography
Loose bridal curls with floral hairpiece
Image: Kari Crowe Photography
Single flower on pretty loose curls
Image: Claire Eliza Photography

Style your flowing curls with:

Jules Bridal Jewellery

Charlotte, Grecian style draped headband, €293 / Marian, headpiece with miniature pearl flowers, €152 / Alyson, draped crystal and pearl headpiece, €158. All available to order from Jules Bridal Jewellery.

3. A Ponytail

We know, a ponytail is everyday wear for you but just take a look at how cool a ponytail can be on your wedding day. Pretty it up with ribbon, styled to the side or statement earrings- just make it unique to you and wear it with confidence!

Side ponytail for your wedding
Image: Love Me Do Photography
Ribbon ponytail
Image: Irrelephant
Bridal ponytail
Image: Orange Turtle

Style your ponytail with:

Jules Bridal Jewellery

Marissa, rhinestone headband, €129 / Tulle birdcage veil, €98, both available to order from Jules Bridal Jewellery.

 

Do you think you'd be brave enough to give your wedding day hair a go yourself? Let us know with a comment below. 

 

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