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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Round
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Fine • Thick
Difficulty: Easy
Time to style: 20-30 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veil • Fingertip veil • Floral crown • Hair pins • Loose accessories
Beach waves bring that effortless, romantic confidence every bride dreams of on her wedding day. There's something timeless about soft, flowing waves that photograph beautifully from every angle and make you feel like the most radiant version of yourself. This style whispers elegance without trying too hard—perfect for brides who want to look polished yet natural.
Beyond the dreamy aesthetic, beach waves are incredibly practical for all-day wear. They hold up beautifully through ceremonies, photos, and dancing, and they work seamlessly with veils, headpieces, and fresh florals. Plus, if you're planning an outdoor or destination wedding, this style is naturally wind-friendly and won't fall flat in humidity.
Delicate pearl pins scattered throughout waves
Gold or silver leaf hair vine woven into one side
Crystal hair comb tucked behind the ear
Minimalist metal barrettes for a modern touch
Thin ribbon tied in a loose bow at the nape
Baby's breath clusters for soft, whimsical texture
Small garden roses or ranunculus tucked into waves
Cathedral veil for dramatic elegance
Fingertip veil for balanced, classic romance
Prep with texturizing spray on damp hair for lasting volume and grip.
Set waves with a light-hold hairspray after curling, then brush through gently.
Avoid heavy oils—use a lightweight serum only on ends to prevent flatness.
Refresh throughout the day with dry shampoo at roots and finger-comb waves.
Prep hair with texturizing spray on damp strands, then blow-dry with a diffuser or air-dry for natural body.
Use a 1.5-inch curling iron or wand to curl random sections away from the face, leaving ends slightly undone for an effortless look.
Let curls cool completely for 5-10 minutes, then mist with light-hold hairspray to lock in texture.
Gently brush through waves with a paddle brush or run fingers through to break up curls into soft, flowing waves.
Add accessories, tuck one side behind the ear if desired, and mist with finishing spray for romantic, all-day softness.
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Absolutely! Beach waves actually add volume and dimension to fine hair. Use a volumizing mousse before styling and backcomb gently at the crown for extra lift.
Start with dry shampoo or texturizing spray at the roots before styling, and use a flexible-hold hairspray. Refresh midday by scrunching waves with a bit of dry texture spray.
Yes! Beach waves look stunning under cathedral veils because the soft texture complements the veil's flow. Just secure the veil slightly lower so waves frame your face beautifully.
Definitely—beach waves can be elegant and polished when styled with luxe accessories like pearl pins or a jeweled comb. The key is keeping them smooth and intentional, not messy.
