You want to look stunning on your wedding day, which is why investing in professional hairstyling is a good idea. Whether you prefer romantic curls or sleek, straight locks, a stylist will help bring your vision to light. Here are steps you should take, and common mistakes to avoid, in preparation for your visit to the hair salon for bridal services.
Do:
Consider your dress when choosing a style.
When preparing for a consultation at a hair salon, take pictures of your wedding gown to show the stylist. Ideally, your hairdo should complement the silhouette, neckline, and additional gown features.
If the dress has a high neckline, for instance, consider wearing your hair in an updo. This way, strands won't get caught on the lace, beadwork, or other neckline embellishments. If you plan to wear a veil, wearing your hair down might be best. Your stylist can also suggest timeless styles, so your wedding photos won't look outdated in the future.
Take hair vitamins.
How glossy and radiant your locks will look after bridal styling largely depends on the condition of your hair beforehand.
Start taking hair vitamins that promote healthy locks a few months before your wedding day. These vitamins contain biotin to repair damaged strands, flaxseed oil to keep locks shiny, tocotrienols to create strong hair follicles, and hydrolyzed collagen to strengthen new growth.
Don't:
Get a drastic haircut.
Although you want to turn heads, don't use your bridal hair appointment as an opportunity to try a drastic new look. If you don't like your new haircut, for example, there won't be time to grow it out before your wedding day. For this reason, make any extreme changes to the hair color or length a few months before your wedding. This will give you time to adjust to the makeover and get a color correction or let the strands grow out, if needed.
Assume your regular stylist should do your bridal hair.
Many stylists specialize in different services, which means the professional you go to for a routine blowout might not be the best person to transform your hair for your wedding day. To ensure you pick a qualified stylist, ask to see a portfolio of their bridal work. Choose a professional who has created styles similar to what you envision for your big day.
For a beautiful bridal hairstyle, reach out to Bloom Beauty Lounge. The skilled stylists at this Chelsea-based hair salon are eager to discuss the array of options and help you narrow the choices to find the best style for you. The staff will use organic hair products to prevent dryness, breakage, and other concerns. Learn more about bridal hair and makeup services online, visit Instagram to see client photos, and call (212) 255-9355 for an appointment.