When considering hairstyles for the wedding, many women dismiss the idea of using braids because they feel it comes across as juvenile. This is a common misconception that many people have. They associate this hairstyle with their childhood and are afraid they cannot pull it off or if they do, it will appear as if they are trying too hard to be younger. While you may be hesitant with trying out braids, remember: you don’t have to adorn your braids in bows from Claire’s!
You have endless possibilities in incorporating a braid into you or your bridesmaids’ hairstyles for the big day. It is an incredibly versatile element in hair fashion. You can choose from wearing it up, half up, completely down, one braid, two braids, French braid, fishtail, etc., etc. It even has a distinct effect when used for bridesmaids, each girl will have a unifying factor in the braid yet there will be diversity in how each will have their own individual twist on how it’s done to reflect their personal style and vibrant personality.
Check out these styles to get an idea of just how creative you really can be with braids!
Braided crown
Photo Source: Glimmer & Shimmer
Reverse braided crown
Photo Source: Pinterest
Headband
Photo Source: Glimmer and Shimmer
Double Fishtail
Photo Source: Twigs and Honey
Braided bun
Photo Source: Show Hairstyle
Hair down
Photo Source: Pinterest
Look at how these bridesmaids used braids in their wedding day style!
Photo Source: Edison & Ford Winter Estates
(Originally a photograph from http://www.luminairefoto.com/)
We’ve already given you this many options, and we had to hold back on showing you a million more! The opportunities are endless with braids, so don’t be afraid they won’t match your style! If you love this style but are just really stuck on creative ways to go about it, it is a never-fail option to check out what Lauren Conrad has been doing with her hair lately. She is a braid maven, always flawlessly incorporating unique braids into her classy style.
It’s a guarantee the lovely bridesmaids will look gorgeous with a braid or two in their hair. It works for all lengths and cuts and can be worn in an unlimited number of ways. So we say have fun with this and see what unique braided style you can create for you and your bridesmaids.
We do have just one warning: DON’T overdo it! (see: below)
Photo Source: New Hair Style
Happy braiding!
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