Georgous Wedding Hair For A Fairytale Castle Wedding
January 28, 2009
The first step to discovering your dream wedding day hair for your castle wedding is to look through wedding and hairstyle magazines. This will give you an idea of what you like and what you don’t like, which you should take to your stylist when you go for your trial.
You need want to consider the style and formality of your gown when deciding on how to wear your hair. Look for styles that are consistent with the design of your gown and the theme of your wedding at your wedding castle. Also consider the neckline and sleeves of your dress when deciding on a hairstyle. If your gown has a detailed neckline or back, you do not want your hair to cover it. Similarly, if you are wearing a strapless dress and want to show off neck and chest, an up-do is the way to go. Long, flowing curls look great with scoop or v-neck dresses that have any sleeve length. You just want to keep in mind that your hair is meant to complement your dress and not cover its unique elements.
Just like with your makeup, you will want to have at least one hair trial before your wedding day whether you are going to a stylist or doing it yourself. Testing out your hairstyle before the big day will help ensure you get the look you want. Your stylist will be able to tell you what types of styles will work best on your hair, considering both the length and texture of your hair, and the shape of your face. You will also want to take your headpiece and veil with you so your stylist can work these accessories into the overall look of your hair. If you plan on removing either of these items after the ceremony, you will want to let your stylist know so she can show you how to remove them without messing up your style.
When you go for your trial, discuss with your stylist what looks will work best not only for your hair length and texture, but also for the environment of your wedding. Weather elements, such as humidity, rain, and wind will all affect the way your hair will look on your wedding day. Even if your ceremony and reception are both indoors, you will most likely have to step foot outside at one point, so you will want to make sure your hair will stay perfect all day long.
Once you have decided upon a style, you need to think about how to prepare your hair to look its best on the big day at your wedding castle. You should get a trim a couple of weeks before your wedding to get rid of any split ends. If you color or perm your hair, you will want to do this well enough in advance that your hair has time to relax and look natural after the treatment. Also, make sure you know how your stylist wants your hair when you go to have it done on the big day. Often, hair is easier to manage if it has not been washed that day, so find out if there are any special instructions that you need to follow.
Prevention is better than cure here, take good care of your locks in the months and weeks leading up to the wedding.
In the days before the wedding wear a hat when possible, especially if your hair has been coloured, and use a leave-in conditioner, preferably one with a built in sunscreen.
If your hair is becoming dry, try combing though some essential oils and leaving in overnight.
If lank lifeless hair is the problem go easy on the products - keep conditioner to just the ends of your hair and blow dry with your head hanging down to get some lift at the roots.
Having your hair professional on location at your wedding castle, or in your home as you get ready for the day has many benefits. Not only will you ensure that you have the best of service in a convenient setting of your choice, at a time that fits your schedule, but you will also be rewarded with a much more intimate and personal experience.
The cost of this personal attention can prove high, and decisions have to be made to discover just how much of the wedding budget can be used for this service. Will you require their services for just the initial setting or throughout the day to be able to respond and care for touchups or potential hair disasters? Will they be required to do the bride’s hair alone, or will they be expected to style the entire wedding party?
When creating your budget it’s important to remember that by reserving your hairdresser for the entire day, you are removing them from their place of business on what can be one of their busiest days, and their fee will reflect a day of wages. If your wedding is out of town, but your hairdresser is a one of a kind find, you will also have to factor in the costs of hotel, travel, meals and gratuities.
As you come to the end of a long and wondrous day of being told how beautiful and wonderful you looked, don’t forget to pass those accolades to those who helped you achieve it. Whether during a moment in your formal speeches, or in private, take the time to thank those whose talent helped you look your most beautiful.
