Bridesmaids Hairstyles

Bridesmaids Hairstyles: follow the same rules as the Bride’s. The idea is not to outshine the bride, but to compliment her and her style, reflect and be appropriate for the time of day the wedding is being held, and finally to look as good at the end of the day as at the beginning.

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Bridesmaids Hairstyles: complimenting the bride

First consideration is the style and formality of wedding, and style of the bride’s hair. For example:

- if the bride’s hair is long, she may decide to wear it up and wish her attendants to do so also
- if the bride’s hair is long, but the wedding is informal, she may decide to wear her hair down. If young she may choose a modern look and wish her attendants to adopt a similar look – half up half down; if older she may decide to have her existing style blow waved and for her attendants follow suit.
- if the bride’s hair is short the formality of the occasion will determine whether her attendants wear their hair up or down

Usually, the bridesmaids, together with the bride, have their hair attended to by the same hairdresser, or a team of hairdressers, so the issue of “inappropriate” styles should not arise. However, if it is intended that the bridesmaids should “do” their own hair, the bride needs to communicate the desired look to the parents of younger bridesmaids and her Chief Bridesmaid to convey to other attendants.

Bridesmaids Hairstyles: a style to suit everyone

- for morning weddings: irrespective of long or short, straight or curly hair, bridesmaids may wear their hair down. However, it is usual to “dress” the hair, e.g. curling straight hair, having a smarter/tidy look, blow waving, putting in decorative pins/hair-combs, etc.
- for an afternoon wedding that is going through to the evening or an evening wedding, bridesmaids should wear their hair up. Help may be required if hair accessories are to be worn.

Bridesmaids Hairstyles: who pays?

Who pays for hairdressing costs will depend upon the bride’s financial circumstances. Usually, the bride/bride’s family will pick up the hairdressing expenses and be responsible for making the relevant bookings with a hairdresser or salon. However, if the bride is not picking up the costs (i) she should communicate this clearly to the bridesmaid(s) and (ii) it will then be up to the bridesmaid whether they wish to make an appointment with a hairdresser.

Bridesmaids Hairstyles: ideas

Collect some pictures of bridesmaid’s hair in various styles. Share them with the bride and discuss the ones that not only are suitable for the formality of the occasion, but also that suit you. I’m sure she will appreciate the input!