Bridal Hairstyles: 8 Stunning Ideas

The way we style our hair and the cut we choose at the salon—our hairstyle is both a means of and an expression of our individuality and style. So it’s no wonder that choosing the right wedding hairstyle is so essential on your big day.

If you’ve lost track of all the trendy hairstyles and all-time favorites when it comes to bridal hairstyles, you can now sit back and relax—because we’ve compiled the 8 most beautiful wedding hairstyle ideas for you.

1. Bridal hairstyle with a flower crown

It should evoke the charm of a flower girl, yet remain mature and stylish—that’s the look a bridal hairstyle with a flower crown should have. For a flower crown in the bride’s hair, flowers such as hydrangeas, chamomile, gypsophila, or small rose petals work well, as do greenery like eucalyptus or ruscus. Sometimes this bridal hairstyle is paired with a loosely braided plait.

2. Bridal Hairstyles for Short Hair

A short haircut doesn’t automatically mean fewer options for a trendy bridal hairstyle. The sleek look, the water wave, or a stylish, edgy bob will make your short wedding hairstyle a real head-turner. While the sleek look and the short bob go really well with modern brides in jumpsuits or very simple wedding dresses, a water wave is perfect for a vintage- or retro-style wedding. By the way, the more understated the hairstyle, the bolder the makeup can be.

3. Messy Braid for a Wedding

Yes, that works, too! Of course, the messy braid shouldn’t actually be “messy” on your wedding day. Just like any other wedding hairstyle, this braided look is created by the professionals at your trusted hair salon. However, the look should still appear very cool and a little undone. This type of bridal hairstyle looks great at boho weddings and is a wonderful choice for medium-length hair.

4. Loose Hair with Hair Accessories

Many brides like to wear their hair down for their wedding—lightly curled, in flowing waves, or straight with delicate boho braids. To top it off, there are beautiful hair accessories that can also be draped in the hair as an ideal alternative to the classic veil. A cute headband looks great with shorter or medium-length, loose hair. A trendy hat or a stylish turban really makes long, flowing hair shine!

5. Straight Chic for Wedding Hairstyles

A low bun combed tightly back or sleek hair parted down the middle—the “Straight Chic” look is the perfect complement to a minimalist bridal style. The wedding dress doesn’t necessarily have to be simple. However, the hairstyle exudes chic understated elegance—even when hair accessories are incorporated.

6. Bridal Hairstyles for Long Hair

If you have long, full hair, you have plenty of options to choose from: Hair brooches look beautiful with long, twisted curls or loose, straight hair. But a braid or a low bun also looks just as good with full hair.

7. Wedding Hairstyles for Wavy and Curly Hair

Curly hair is often hard to tame. The good news: For a wedding, it only needs to be tamed to a certain extent. For example, a head of curly locks looks beautiful when gently held together at the front of the head with a wide, white bow. Or: Use hair accessories like brooches as a stylistic element!

8. Colored Hair as an Eye-Catcher

Pink highlights, smoky blonde, or a bright red mane—if you’re feeling bold and want to color your hair, there are plenty of options that pair perfectly with a wedding dress. Subtle highlights often look a bit lighter than an all-over hair color, but ultimately, you need to find the hair color that works best for your wedding look. Just remember: Never dress up—just feel comfortable!