Choosing Bridal Hair Accessories

Where Do I Start?

When selecting bridal hair accessories make sure:

• Your wedding gown is already selected

• You have a general idea on how you want to wear your hair

Bridal hair accessories could be a tiara, a bridal comb, a headband, hair pins and/or a veil.

What Style is Best For Me?

Tiara

Tiaras offer the most dramatic look. They are a gorgeous accent to any style gown, from simple and contemporary to ball gown traditional. Tiaras can be worn with or without a veil and are usually accented with Austrian crystals, rhinestones, Swarovski crystals, AB crystals, fresh water pearls, and faux pearls (see below). Tiaras compliment up-does as well as all longer and shorter hairstyles.

The wrong shape tiara can make your face look too long and thin or too short and full. A tiara should draw attention to your face by framing it, not draw attention away from it. Here is a guide:

Round/Full face: To make your face appear longer, choose a tiara with some height or one that has a peak.

Long face: Choose headbands or tiaras with little or no height that extend over your head from one side to the other at an even height.

Oval face: Avoid pieces with a peak at the top, which will make your face appear longer. Choose a headband, side hair comb or hair pins.


Headband

Headbands are a very functional option. For brides who want to wear their hair down, a headband can be used to keep her hair away from her face. It also can be worn to accent up swept hairstyles and looks fantastic with shorter hairstyles.

Double or Triple Headband: Double Headbands are the most versatile of all. They can be worn flat on the head as a headband, tilted forward in tiara style, or wrapped around a bun (depending on the style).

A comb is a simple bridal head piece that can be worn with almost any hairstyle. It has a tiara look, but smaller. Depending on the style, it can sometimes provide for a less formal look, and can be worn on different parts of the head.

Hair Pins

Hair pins are also very versatile. They are a great option for any hairstyle, whether formal or tussled, up or down. They have become very popular for the beach bride!

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