Up DO's and I do's
Jan 14, 2020 09:52PM ● By Leslie Mc Carroll
Pro-Tips from Reno-Tahoe Hair Stylist, Kristin Smith
When it comes to deciding
on a ‘DO for your wedding day or special event, I believe that your look should
reflect how you normally style your hair. Whether you’re saying, “I Do” or “How
do you do,” you always want to feel like YOU! If you never opt to wear your
hair up on a daily basis, chances are you won’t feel like yourself in an updo. You
might be better off doing something simple like romantic, tousled waves. Try
not to get too caught up in trends. The idea here is to accentuate your
beautiful facial features by sweeping some hair off your face only to reveal
that twinkle in your eye & happiest-day-of-your-life smile.
If you’re boho, I love you, I’m your sister for
life…but the flower crowns are a sign you’ve probably been looking at Pinterest
too much. Do you, be you…but maybe save that DIY style for the wedding
shower or more casual gatherings with your tribe. For wedding day, why not
try a gorgeous, half up half down look with some flowy pieces to frame your
face? It’s the quintessential alternative to a full updo. Simply pin the
sides back and add a few pieces of greenery from your bouquet to dress it up a
little & it will feel very organic and approachable. You could also
incorporate a beautiful braid or two to pull even more interest. STUNNER!
If you’ve decided to go with a classic look, something
structured & elegant like a chignon might suit you well. Chignons are chic buns
for a high fashion look with minimal volume. This style of updo can be easily
elevated with a fabulous hair accessory and a good one can become the modern
alternative to a veil. A feathery, bedazzled hairpiece and a bit of a sidedo
will be a popular look for galas and parties in 2020, since Roaring 20’s event
themes are all the rage. As long as it is wearable, remarkable, and makes you
feel like royalty…it’s perfect. Also, if you do choose to accessorize, you
won’t need to rely solely on hairspray to keep your style in place because cool
girls know that hair pins come in all shapes & sizes-even crowns.
It’s all too important when throwing your hair
up with bobbi pins & the like that it withstand the elements. You must know
your location. There are some types of hair that just won’t hold a curl
& don’t want to stay put in any style. This is when you yield to the
experts & break out the big guns. For example, if it rains on the day of
your monsoon wedding embrace your curls and go for the wet look. It’s super
sexy and will give you a fun beachy backup look for the reception. This
way you can hit ‘em with moves they’ve never seen before!
An experienced stylist will know how to work
with your hair & texture to create the most flattering look on your big day
or special event. It could be that adding hair extensions before you walk
down the aisle is in order to give you extra volume & hold, or something as
simple as a keratin treatment to ensure your hair is in tip top shape for its
moment in the limelight. This requires more planning, but, hey, you’re in the
zone right? During your initial consultation, run some ideas by your
stylist and ask if it’s something you have room for in your budget. Don’t
settle…all your dreams can and will come true.
I think soft and minimal is always beautiful. If
you decide to wear your hair up but want to stick to basics, you’re in luck!
The simple, sleek, elegant ponytail is one the top styles trending in 2020. As long
as your hair is blown out & healthy you can’t go wrong. Extra length and
volume are not necessary, but they do make things a little easier in the updo
department. Draw your inspiration from whatever moves you….decades, icons,
family, film, art, nature…Then, from there, create a mood with visual
references so that when you do sit with a stylist, the two of you can design a
look that reflects the vision of happiness you see in your mind’s eye.
Keep smiling bright & shine your light peeps. Peace.