Hair accessories

Accent in hair

A bridal hairstyle without accessories can appear visually flat both in person and in photographs. Adding even a small accent (such as a single hairpin) will highlight its texture and structure. It adds dynamism to wavy hair and dimension to curls and braided styles.

When planning your dream bridal hairstyle, consider choosing hair accessories.

Remember, a hairstyle sans accessories will look completely different from the same hairstyle with adornments.

I highly recommend ordering hair accessories to arrive before your scheduled “trial hairstyle” appointment. Why? Firstly, the stylist can immediately create the hairstyle while anticipating the placement of each accessory to complement it beautifully. Secondly, you'll immediately see how your bridal hairstyle or entire look will appear on your wedding day, avoiding surprises. Thirdly, not every ornament is suitable for every hairstyle – for example, a hairpin may not stay in loose hair (although if you really want it, it can be secured with a pin, but the hair may fall differently than you imagined). Fourthly, it's difficult to assess the necessary quantity of accessories without a “live trial”, essential for achieving the desired effect. Pinned accessories also alter the visual center of gravity of the hairstyle. For example, with small hairpins, it's not uncommon for brides who previously purchased from me to add additional pins during the trial. Why? Because they were afraid it would be “too much”, but it turned out that their bridal updo would look even more beautiful with double the amount of small sparkles. Sometimes a hairstyle practically begs for balance, despite a large accessory pinned on one side of the updo, “counterbalance” it with matching small accessories pinned on the other side.

Which accessories for which hairstyle?

It all depends, of course, on the specific chosen style, hairstyle, and sometimes even just the hair itself, but generally, you can assume:

  • For loose hair, headbands and hairpins (e.g., “crocodile” type) work best. A wreath can also do well, although I would advise it to be lightly pinned. Other types of bridal accessories may have difficulty staying in loose hair, especially during dancing and wedding festivities.
  • In half-up styles – where hair is loosely pinned up on top or to the sides – the aforementioned ornaments and sprigs work well.
  • However, for updos, buns, and ponytails, there are practically no limits. You can match any hair accessories to them, but hairpins and combs will particularly shine.

Spectacular effect

If you opt for a bold hairstyle with eye-catching accessories, you might think about a headband, tiara, or wreath. However, remember that an equally stunning effect can be achieved in other ways. By using a larger set of hairpins or clips, you can create a composition in your hair that not only grabs attention but also makes your bridal hairstyle unique and unforgettable.