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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Round
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Curly • Thick
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veil • Fingertip veil • Pearl pins • Floral crown • Crystal hair vine
The braided updo brings an effortless romance that makes brides feel like the most elegant version of themselves. It's that rare style that photographs beautifully from every angle while making you feel confident and put-together throughout your entire day. There's something timeless about woven texture that feels both modern and classic, ensuring your wedding photos will never look dated.
Beyond beauty, this style is incredibly practical for a long wedding day. The interwoven braids create natural grip and structure that keeps everything secure through tears, hugs, dancing, and even unpredictable weather. It works seamlessly with veils and accessories, and the textured finish actually looks better as the day goes on, developing that coveted soft, romantic quality that stiff styles can't achieve.
Delicate pearl pins scattered throughout the braids
Vintage gold leaf combs tucked at the base
Crystal hair vine woven along the braid pattern
Small white flower clusters nestled in braid loops
Silk ribbon threaded through the braided sections
Baby's breath tucked into braid crevices for ethereal texture
Spray roses or ranunculus placed at braid intersections
Cathedral veil positioned beneath the updo for dramatic length
Fingertip veil attached above the braided base for classic elegance
Start with second-day hair or use dry shampoo for better grip and texture.
Apply texturizing spray before braiding to prevent slipping and add fullness.
Use small elastic bands at braid ends before pinning to prevent unraveling.
Finish with flexible-hold hairspray, not stiff formula, for movement and longevity.
Prep hair with texturizing spray and blow-dry with a round brush to create volume and grip at the roots.
Section hair into three parts and create loose braids on each side and down the back, securing ends with small elastics.
Gather the center braid into a low bun at the nape, pinning securely to create your foundation.
Wrap the side braids around and over the base bun, crisscrossing them and securing with bobby pins every few inches.
Gently pull on braid edges to loosen and widen them for romantic softness, then set with flexible hairspray.
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Absolutely! The braiding technique actually creates the illusion of thicker, fuller hair. Use a texturizing product before styling and gently pull the braids apart to maximize volume and width.
Yes, braided updos are one of the most secure wedding styles because the interwoven sections naturally grip each other. Just make sure your stylist uses plenty of pins at each connection point and finishes with flexible-hold spray.
Braided updos work beautifully with veils! Position the veil comb just beneath or above the updo depending on your veil length, and the textured base will hold it securely without disrupting the style.
Book your trial 2-3 months before the wedding so you have time to adjust the braid placement, accessories, and overall volume. Bring photos and your veil to the trial for the most accurate preview.
