Reem Acra
"We call this deconstructed hair. It's a fresher, more romantic and mystical take on the traditional braid, yet still very precise."
Get the Look: Long locks are critical for this style, so unless you’re lucky enough to have the length, invest in a hair piece. Sans products, pull hair into a low ponytail and braid it haphazardly, without securing flyaways. Then, wrap the braid around your head, and using a clear elastic anchored with bobby pins, secure the end where the ponytail began. Flair out the ends for soft fringe.
Oscar de la Renta
"This style is classically romantic yet the polished texture creates contemporary flair. And long flowing tresses really show off great hair color!"
Get the Look: Blow hair dry with a large paddle brush. Then, separate tresses into two-inch sections, spritz lightly with hair spray and curl with hot rollers or a large-barrel curling iron. Let hair cool about 20 minutes before using your fingers to arrange loose curls. Spritz lightly.
Monique Lhuillier
"Bangs are so hot for spring and summer—even into fall, you trendsetter! This featherweight coif is perfect for a bride who’s young at heart."
Get the Look: Blow hair dry with high heat and a flat brush to create lots of shine—that’s key for this look. Have your hair cut a week and a half before your big day so it looks new but a bit lived in. A flower or butterfly hair pin adds effortless softness and whimsy.
Platinum for Priscilla of Boston
"With a retro '50s feel in front and a cutting-edge runway look from the back, this one's for the uptown girl who's a bit traditional but wants to have some fun."
Get the Look: Blow hair dry and smooth with a round brush. For lift, back-comb the crown and continue down to the nape of the neck. Next, secure the nape hair just below the curve of the back of the head. Pull the top back—smoothing the tease to your desired height—and secure at the middle of the back of the head. Secure the sides at the center of the back of the head. Allow wisps to fan out, tossing them around a bit to add texture.
Christos
"If you're the gal who likes running through wheat fields, this one’s for you. You can't get any more natural or romantic for your special day."
Get the Look: Blow hair dry with your hands and no product—the trick is to make your tresses appear as though you've just spent the day outside with the wind blowing through your hair. Using your fingers, pull your hair into a high ponytail at the back of your crown. Fashion a two-strand braid loosely and secure this into a large chignon.
Romona Keveza
"The elegance of this look is a beautiful thing—refined yet sexy."
Get the Look: Create a side part and blow hair dry allowing bangs to softly fall onto your forehead. Before pulling hair back, apply a bit of pomade to add piecey texture and sleek control, then secure tresses at the nape with a very simple chignon or ponytail—fashion forward and totally appropriate for a bride.
Vera Wang
"This look is for the bride who wants to channel her inner goddess on her big day. "
Get the Look: Blow-dry hair with a vent brush for texture and polish. Then, using bobby pins, secure hair at the nape of the neck with a simple messy bun—no combs for this look! Next, take several feet of textured gold ribbon (no shine, just something to catch the light) and wrap it around your head a couple of times, securing ends under the bun for a neoclassic look. Don't spray down the loose hairs—they make the look soft and feminine.
Melissa Sweet
"This is a great hairstyle for the bride who wants to have fun on her wedding day, while maintaining a soupçon of sophistication. Natural hair says basic can be beautiful."
Get the Look: Blowing your hair dry with no products, minimal brushes and blow-dryers is what this style is all about. A touch of serum for shine is this bride's only hair accoutrement—after all, her focus is on the man she's about to marry!
Priscilla of Boston
"This style represents contemporary Hollywood glamour. With all the trappings of youth and simplicity, it's a fresh new look for a bride."
Get the Look: Blow hair dry with your hands and a bit of mousse. Then, use a large round brush to smooth the top front, but don't touch the back—leaving it not-fussed-with is what makes it seem like you just ran out the door. Take the top front and tease the roots, then secure the top, sides and back at the back crown. Now, just keep an eye out for the paparazzi!
