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Alicia Lucia
Your mom has stuck by your side through wedding appointment after wedding appointment and is always there to give her (occasionally unsolicited) opinion. It’s time to return the favor and help her figure out her own wedding-day style! But choosing a figure-flattering mother-of-the-bride dress is only half the task. Mom also needs to select a ‘do for the big day that’ll pull the whole look together. And this list of mother-of-the-bride hairstyles is exactly the place to start.
Does she lean towards a more traditional style? She’ll flip for a classic chignon. Did she already promise to break it down on the dance floor? Suggest a style that’ll keep her hair from falling in her face, like a half-up half-down hairdo. But no matter which of these mother-of-the-bride hairstyles catches mom’s eye, rest assured that none of them even come close to matronly. (In fact, can we just go ahead and ban that word from our vocabulary?)
Take the mother-of-the-bride dress into consideration. An updo will let an embellished neckline shine while wearing longer locks down looks gorgeous with off-the-shoulder gowns.
Forward these mother-of-the-bride hairstyles to your mom ASAP.
French Twist
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Sidney Bensimon; Hair & Makeup by Beautini
This timeless style is a classic for a reason. It can easily complement any style of dress, wedding, or face shape.
High Bun and Side Part
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Kristen Curette & Daemaine Hines; Hair by Graciela Saldivar; Makeup by Paloma Garcia
It’s a timeless ‘do that’ll always have her looking back fondly on the wedding photos—but who are we kidding, she’ll cherish those pics regardless!
Interlocking Updo
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Stephania Campos; Event Planning by Daryl Wilson of D Concierge Events; Hair by Nikki Garcia
This intricate updo is created by first curling and then interlocking the loose ringlets and strategically pinning them to the top of the head. The style works well on a variety of hair lengths, too!
Have your stylist leave a couple of tendrils loose to frame your face, as this lovely lady has here, to keep the style from seeming stiff.
Natural Curls
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Kelly Anne Berry
What’s not to love about this mom’s free-flowing, textured locks? If you're rocking a similar style, be sure to check out our favorite products for natural curls.
Sleek Volume
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Kurt Boomer; Event Planning by Jacqueline Hallgarth Events; Hair by Frank Giacone
For the illusion of fuller locks, tease the hair at the crown of the head and sprinkle on a volumizing powder before twisting style and securing it. Voilà!
Face-Framing Half-Up Half-Down
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Carmen Santorelli; Event Planning by All Who Wander Events; Hair by FaceTime Beauty
We love how this mother of the bride kept her style soft by leaving some locks loose and framing her face. It’s an ultra-flattering look!
Sleek and Smooth
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Kaylee Chelsea Photography; Event Planning by Novelty Events; Hair by Tiara Evans & Janet Miranda
A sleek and smooth hairstyle will work for almost any mother of the bride or groom, no matter their personal style. Before heading to the stylist on the morning of the wedding, use a smoothing serum on damp hair to help tame tendrils and boost shine.
Loose Low Knot
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David Salim; Event Planning by Design Anarchy Studio; Hair & Makeup by Lala Barbie & Marcela Bantea; Floral Design by Tuscany Flowers
The beauty is in the imperfections when it comes to this low knot. The loose strands here and there give it effortless Meghan Markle vibes.
Wrapped Updo
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J&R Photography
How gorgeous is this wrapped updo? It’s an undeniably special look fit for the most special of days. To help it hold, we recommend not washing your hair the night before the wedding. The extra bit of grit and oil will actually make it easier to style and for the look to hold from the ceremony to the last dance of the night.