What makes a hairstyle boho?

Boho hairstyles tend to be soft, flowing, and earthy—nothing too tight or perfect. Think long waves, loose braids, and face-framing strands. It's also the perfect excuse to weave some flowers, greenery, or other nature-inspired elements into your look.

How do you get a boho look with short hair?

Hair accessories—flowers and flower crowns as well as barrettes, hairpins, hair chains, or even a hat—are a great way to get a boho style on your wedding day. And braids don't need to be super long to be boho. Experiment with how one could work for you.

30 Boho Wedding Hairstyles for Every Hair Type

bride with bohemian hairstyle and crown wearing a suit — Photo by AHR Photos

Bohemian brides need a boho wedding hairstyle that’s as free-spirited as they are. If your big day can be defined by all things earthy and ethereal, the last thing you want in a bridal ‘do is a stiff, slicked-back bun or tight curls drenched in hairspray. Fortunately, you won’t find any of that here.

From tousled waves to undone updos, these stunning styles are perfect for boho brides. If you wish to wear your hair down, consider rocking cascading curls that are loose and softly textured. If you want your hair out of your face when you hit the dance floor, try a messy bun or thick braid. Bits of florals and foliage are always welcome in boho wedding hairstyles, so feel free to tuck a bloom into your lush curls or pop on a flower crown.

Avoid hairstyles that look too perfect or overly done. The beauty is in the imperfections, so don't be afraid to brush your fingers through the curls to loosen them or untuck a few strands from your updo to frame your face.

Need some more inspiration? Browse 30 beautiful boho wedding hairstyles below.

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Bold and Bright Florals

Brunette bride with lob-length hair wearing bold pink flower crown and holding matching bouquet while standing in the desert — Photo by For Love & Light Photography; Floral Design by Chesca Makes Things

The warm, saturated hues in this flower crown are a perfect match for the dry, desert heat. We love the bride's tousled lob for extra face-framing goodness, and those celestial earrings couldn't be more on brand with the boho wedding feel.

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Unexpected, Elemental Crowns

Brunette bride with curly hair and gold flower tiara smiling and wearing white bridal suit — Photo by Ahr Photos; Hair by Giava Visagismo

While bridal tiaras are typically associated with more glamorous styles, boho brides can still have their crowning moment by incorporating natural elements into their headpiece. This structurally striking piece is a gorgeous finishing touch to the bride’s natural curls.

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Floral-Adorned Fishtail

Brunette bride with loose fishtail braid, floral headpiece hugging the side of her head, and face framing tendrils wearing white lace robe — Photo by Kaylee Chelsea Photography; Event Planning by Novelty Events; Hair by Tiara Evans & Janet Miranda; Floral Design by Irises Designs

There's something intrinsically boho about a fishtail braid, and this bride seriously ups the ante with a floral swag that hugs just one side of her head. The muted, powdery tones and addition of succulents and greenery make this look a total bohemian dream.

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Hybrid Braid With Daisy Headband

Blonde bride with thick crown braid and fishtail braid and daisy flower crown wearing floral-printed wedding dress and looking down at romantic bouquet — Photo by Kayla Fisher

We’re getting serious Rapunzel vibes from this fishtail/crown braid hybrid. The looseness of the bridal braids is quintessential bohemian as is that dainty daisy flower crown.

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Relaxed Ponytail

Brunette bride with low fluffy ponytail and face-framing tendrils wearing long-sleeve lace wedding dress and looking away while bridesmaid holds her train — Photo by The Curries, Event Planning by Louise Hughes of One Stylish Day; Hair by Michael Gray Hair

In order to give the typical, sporty ponytail a boho aesthetic, it's best to drop it low for a relaxed spin. Let some rogue tendrils freely fall about your face and even pump up the volume in the back for a bouncy finish. If you're forgoing a veil, consider adding a boho topper to really hit the mark.

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A Halo of Pampas Grass

Brunette bride with relaxed loose hair wearing a dried flower crown of pampas grass — Photo by Foolishly Rushing In; Hair by Zoë Elizabeth; Floral Design by María Limón

Pampas grass has been a major wedding trend for some time now, and we don’t predict this wispy, wheat-hued detail going anywhere. Besides being a welcome addition to floral displays, pampas grass can also replace a more traditional flower crown with an earthy halo for an exceptionally unique look.

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Natural Curls With a Gilded Floral Comb

Photo by Samantha Clarke Photography

We love the way this bride wore her natural curls pinned up to the side. Along with serving a showstopping visual, it's a genius way to showcase the rose gold hair comb. Boho brides who are interested in accessorizing with hair combs and pins should look for ones inspired by florals and greenery in order to keep the style natural and wholly bohemian.

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Loose Curls Topped With a Hat

Blonde bride with loose curls and ivory fedora laughing and sitting on blonde grooms lap on the edge of a cliff. — Photo by Anni Graham

Hats are the unexpected hair accessory that’s been trending among brides, thanks to royals and runways alike. A felt field hat—with or without some florals sitting on its brim—is the perfect finishing touch to boho wedding hairstyles, like this bride’s loose curls.

A hat is a bold accessory that you might not want to steal the show at your ceremony. Save it for your reception or just some of the portraits you snap with your partner.

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Loose Waves and Frida Kahlo–Inspired Flower Crown

Brunette bride with waist-length wavy hair smiling while wearing white off-the-shoulder wedding dress, apricot-hued Frida Kahlo-inspired flower crown and veil — Photo by Mari Sabra Photography; Hair by Blond Studio; Floral Design by Simple Florals

Go for all the bold boho vibes with a flower crown that would make Frida Kahlo proud! This bride wore her long brown locks in touchable waves and topped things off with a lush halo of roses and king proteas.

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Fishtail Crown Braid

Surprise! Braids are big when it comes to boho wedding hairstyles, and this fishtail crown braid is a spin on the style that’s hard not to love. The halo hair chain also adds a bit of rocker-chic edge to the otherwise soft and feminine look.

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Low and Loose, Two Ways

Blonde bride with low ponytail wearing black leather jacket and white wedding gown walking towards brunette bride with side-swept braid and pink fedora hat. They both hold white bouquets as they walk through a mountain landscape — Photo by Hailey Pierce; Event Planning by Keely AF Events; Hair by Cedar Hair Studio

You can add a boho vibe to just about any updo by simply lowering the fastening to the nape of the neck and mussing it up a bit for a more relaxed, I-woke-up-like-this look. These Colorado brides beautifully illustrate two options with a slightly mussed, wrapped ponytail and a side-swept, loose braid topped with a dreamy blush rancher hat.

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Textured Curls and Colorful Blooms

Bride in floral robe with long curly hair getting a curved flower crown attached to her hair — Photo by Gillespie Photography; Hair by Amy Merritt

Opting for bohemian styling doesn’t mean you’re limited to neutral hues. This texturized curly ‘do got a major dose of saturated shades, thanks to those brightly colored blooms.

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Straight With a Double-Strand Headpiece

Brunette bride in white t-shirt with straight hair and double-strand hair chain hugging the back of her head — Photo by Betsi Ewing; Hair Accessory by Hushed Commotion; Hair by Be.NYLA

This bride’s strands are styled sleek, straight, and entirely unfussy. Tucked in the back is a double-stranded floral headpiece for an extra bit of subtle sparkle.

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Undone Bridal Bun

Boho bride in lace off-the-shoulder wedding dress with relaxed woven bun and face-framing tendrils looking into mirror while putting on earring — Photo by Katie Ruther; Event Planning by Destination Weddings Tulum; Hair by Dahena Buhaya

The intentional imperfections of this messy bun give the relaxed look a natural, free-spirited vibe. Unlike with a slicked-back chignon, you won’t have to worry about a few tendrils coming loose on the dance floor.

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‘70s Style Waves

Brunette bride with retro crimped waves and thick hair texture wearing flower crown and holding anemone bouquet while wearing a lace long sleeved wedding dress and standing in front of white-washed brick wall — Photo by Sarah Joy Photo

Inspired by the 1970s, these softly textured waves are totally hippie chic. To get a similar look, use a large-barrel curling iron and then separate and tousle the curls, brushing through with your fingers to create soft texture and natural movement.

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Gilded Crop

Brunette bride with pixie cut in blush gown off-the-shoulder wedding dress smiling and looking at bouquet. There is a floral hair pin nestled into her short hair. — Photo by Picture Me & U; Hair by Kudakwashe Magora Mhlanga; Floral Design by Pebble and Lace

Fear not, short-haired brides! A clean crop can be just as bohemian as longer lengths. This bride's pearly floral hairpin adds a sweet, ethereal finish to her beautiful textured 'do for her South African nuptials.

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Relaxed Updo With Statement Accessory

Brunette bride with back tattoo and plunging back showing off messy bun and statement metal hair accessory hugging the back of her head — Photo by Laurken Kendall; Event Planning by Mae&Co Creative; Hair by Sarah Wittaker from Sarah W Hair Design; Headpiece by Andy Guerra from Tocados Isabela

This bride’s soft curls and rich color add tons of depth to her messy updo. And that stunning hair accessory is flush with sentimental value as it was inspired by her late grandmother's brooch—doesn't get more bohemian than that.

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Flower Crown and Veil

Brunette bride with large flower crown of frilly flowers and veil over curly hair and bangs standing in wedding dress among ferns — Photo by Love and Wolves; Event Planning by Heartthrob Weddings and Events; Hair by Kerrie Urban of The Wall Group

Can't choose between a lush floral topper and a traditional veil? You don't have to. We're obsessed with this unique combination of the two for all those Midsummer Night's Dream vibes.

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Thickly Braided Undone Updo

Blonde bride in boho wedding dress touching thick crown braid and loose chignon with pink flowers tucked into the back — Photo by Mayfield Photography; Hair by Caitlyn D of Lux Beauty & Bridal

We love the mega volume in this braided undone updo. To make a braid look fuller, gently pull apart the strands to give them more width, or you can sprinkle on a little volumizing powder.

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Floral-Kissed Curls

Bride with posy of baby's breath in bob-length afro sitting on ledge and assembling a bouquet of greenery. She wears a white a-line strapless wedding dress with ruffled bodice — Photo by Clean Plate Pictures; Event Planning by Ben Knox; Hair by Jade Staton; Floral Design by Lewis Miller Design

With big, beautiful hair like this little accessorizing is needed. Going au naturel with your curly texture is oh so true to the boho mentality, and accentuating it with an understated posy of baby's breath gives a subtle touch of whimsy.

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Center-Parted Waves With Hair Chain

Brunette bride with center-parted loose waves and two gold and pearl hair chains looking down at tropical bouquet. She wears a white bridal two-piece ensemble and nose ring. — Photo by Jillian Bowes

For a flower-less hair accessory that still has plenty of boho charm, hair chains fit the bill—and even offer a bit of edge. They can be extremely versatile too, complementing just about every hair length, texture, and styling choice. Win!

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Pixie With Floral Hairpiece

Bride with pixie cut and large gold boho statement headpiece securing cape of white sating and gold embroidered jumpsuit — Photo by Love and Wolves; Event Planning by Heartthrob Weddings and Events; Hair by Kerrie Urban of The Wall Group

How gorgeous is this gilded hairpiece? It lends a bit of glamour and boho style to this bride’s pixie cut for her festival-themed California wedding. Not to mention it matches the epaulets and belt for an incredibly uniform look.

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Intentionally Imperfect Braid

Blonde smiling bride with small chignon and flower pin and lace wedding dress touching noses with brunette smiling bride with loose, relaxed braid and starburst drop earrings — Photo by The Bold Americana

Possibly the best part about boho wedding hairstyles is that they don’t have to be perfect. Take this bride’s braid for instance. It’s made all the more interesting, thanks to its free strands.

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Crown Braid With Loose Tendrils

Bride with hair in a crown braid and loose face-framing tendrils having tiny flower crown secured into hair — Photo by Alycia Lovell; Hair by Paige Barker

What’s not to love about this boho wedding hairstyle? From the crown braid to those face-framing strands to the added greenery, this is a boho trifecta.

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Wavy Ponytail With Flower Crown

Bride in white dress looking down from under full bangs. Her hair is in a crimped ponytail with a full, textured flower crown of orange blooms and greenery. — Photo by Kurt Boomer Photography

While that softly textured ponytail and those long, piece-y bangs sure are stunning, the star of the show here is that leafy bohemian flower crown. All that wild, unrestrained texture gives the whole look an effortless, freshly foraged vibe.

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Peekaboo Braid

Sometimes, a sweet and subtle braid is just the ticket to give your style a boho boost. That peekaboo braid in this bride’s wavy locks is all the proof you need!

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Loose Waves Tied With a Ribbon

Bride with loose waves getting ribbon and tiny white flowers tied into her hair — Photo by Tom Leung Photography

This bride embraced boho style with cascading curls and delicate buds tucked just so. Add a gauzy ribbon for just the right amount of sweetness.

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Messy Bun With White Flower Crown

Bride in lace dress with curly messy bun and white flower crown — Photo by Volvoreta; Floral Design by María Salazar

The name of the boho game is, in one word, effortless. This perfectly imperfect hairstyle embodies that to a tee.

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Wrapped and Braided Updos

Brides in braided updos with flower acccents holding bouquets and sharing a kiss in front of a stream — Photo by Kristin Sweeting Photography; Hair by Katie Be & Shear Abby

This pair of beautiful brides both rocked boho wedding hairstyles for their Colorado nuptials. We can’t choose which one we love more!

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Embellished Braid

This lush braid is serious boho goals. We love how the bride accented it with jasmine flowers and traditional jewelry as a nod to her South Asian culture.

FAQ

What makes a hairstyle boho?

Boho hairstyles tend to be soft, flowing, and earthy—nothing too tight or perfect. Think long waves, loose braids, and face-framing strands. It's also the perfect excuse to weave some flowers, greenery, or other nature-inspired elements into your look.
How do you get a boho look with short hair?

Hair accessories—flowers and flower crowns as well as barrettes, hairpins, hair chains, or even a hat—are a great way to get a boho style on your wedding day. And braids don't need to be super long to be boho. Experiment with how one could work for you.

Bold and Bright Florals

Unexpected, Elemental Crowns

Floral-Adorned Fishtail

Hybrid Braid With Daisy Headband

Relaxed Ponytail

A Halo of Pampas Grass

Natural Curls With a Gilded Floral Comb

Loose Curls Topped With a Hat

Loose Waves and Frida Kahlo–Inspired Flower Crown

Fishtail Crown Braid

Low and Loose, Two Ways

Textured Curls and Colorful Blooms

Straight With a Double-Strand Headpiece

Undone Bridal Bun

‘70s Style Waves

Gilded Crop

Relaxed Updo With Statement Accessory

Flower Crown and Veil

Thickly Braided Undone Updo

Floral-Kissed Curls

Center-Parted Waves With Hair Chain

Pixie With Floral Hairpiece

Intentionally Imperfect Braid

Crown Braid With Loose Tendrils

Wavy Ponytail With Flower Crown

Peekaboo Braid

Loose Waves Tied With a Ribbon

Messy Bun With White Flower Crown

Wrapped and Braided Updos

Embellished Braid

A Guide to Bohemian Weddings

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