Hair - Choosing an appropriate wedding day hairdo can be confusing

From the Swindon Advertiser, first published Tuesday 31st Jan 2006.

Since we don't usually wear our hair in an updo, it can be hard for us to choose the right hairstyle. Your stylist should be able to help you choose the right style for your face and dress.

Big Hair .

Big hair doesn't look great on everyone but it can be beautiful and it makes a great nest for the headpiece. If you like "big" hair, talk to your stylist about your preferences and he or she should be able to accommodate the right level of "bigness" for your face, dress and headpiece.

Sleek, Simple, Polished .

To be safe we would suggest you go for something sleek, simple and polished. Many stylists are going with styles inspired by 1940's movie stars... but watch out some can overdo it! You don't want a totally modern gown with an old-fashioned hairdo. The hair should complement the gown.

Soft romantic looks and tiaras are also beautiful on your wedding day.

Choosing A Style and Stylist.

Before choosing a stylist, study wedding magazines and find pictures of hairstyles that you like. Look for pictures of people with a similar hair length to your own.

Make an appointment with a stylist and bring the pictures with you. Talk to the stylist about the style of your dress, the neckline, the headpiece and veil. Also, discuss the shape of your face and the length of your hair. Ask to see pictures of brides they have styled. If you like what you see and you feel comfortable with the stylist, make two appointments - one for a trial run and one for the wedding day.

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