Summer is here and what does that mean? It is BRIDAL season…ok, so kill me, I missed the boat for our June brides, but hey, they get ALL of the attention, so for all of my future brides out there, I thought I would do a post on the latest bridal styles.
**don’t forget to check out the Bridal page for additional styles and tips!!**
When it comes to summer bridal trends, artist and educator Vivienne Mackinder thinks that this quote says it all: “Style is timeless, fashion is fleeting.” She says, “That is very important for a bride–hair should be clean, classic and elegant.” Vivienne characterizes the best classics as “undone formal glamour,” adding that this is also the prevailing red carpet trend. And, she adds, “We’re seeing lots of curly and wavy textures…” Remember, when choosing a hair stylist, ensure that the person has EXCELLENT finishing skills and in order to have your hair last, I recommend getting a “set”. Wet sets (roller sets) will last you for the ENTIRE day, marcel irons take 2nd place, and last place for keeping a curled style is when the stylist using their flat iron to curl your hair. Also, book plenty of time for your appointment and the person who does the style the cheapest, is not always the right person. Remember, you will be looking at those wedding pictures for the rest of your life, so don’t cut corners on your hair (or makeup!).
Below is another great hair stylist tip!
The Bridal “Hug and Tug”
Jolene Deer of A Head of Time Salon in Sydney, NE noticed that the constant hugging at weddings tugged at her brides’ headpieces, causing veils to slip and slide. Her solution is to attach three inches of thin florist wire to both sides of the comb and/or tiara, create two small loops big enough to slide a bobby pin into, and anchor it into the hair. She shows the bride’s personal attendant how to release the pins for the reception. She creates the same rig for the flower girls, who are also frequent “squeeze” targets. “They love this extra security, knowing that everything will stay put,” says Deer, “and family and friends are free to ‘hug and tug’ away!”
Until next week! ENJOY!
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