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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Square
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Curly • Fine • Thick
Difficulty: Advanced
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veils • Birdcage veils • Statement earrings • Hair combs • Fresh flowers
The bridal high updo has been a wedding day favorite for generations because it makes you feel like royalty from the moment you slip into your dress. There's something about the regal height and polished elegance that gives brides instant confidence—knowing they look timeless, sophisticated, and completely put-together. It's the hairstyle that photographs beautifully from every angle and never goes out of style.
Beyond the glamour, high updos are incredibly practical for a full day of celebration. They stay secure through emotional ceremonies, windy outdoor photos, and hours on the dance floor without constant touch-ups. The elevated structure works seamlessly with any veil style, keeps hair off your neck in warm weather, and showcases your dress neckline and jewelry perfectly.
Pearl-studded hair pins scattered throughout for vintage elegance
Crystal-encrusted comb positioned at the base of the updo
Delicate gold or silver hair vine woven through the style
Vintage brooch as a statement focal point
Minimalist bobby pins with tiny pearl or diamond ends
White spray roses or baby's breath tucked into the updo sides
Silk ribbon wrapped around the base for soft romantic touch
Cathedral or chapel veil positioned just below the updo for drama
Birdcage veil placed at the crown for vintage sophistication
Start with second-day hair or use dry shampoo for better grip and texture.
Tease roots at crown and spray each section before pinning for maximum hold.
Use U-shaped pins instead of bobby pins for secure, all-day structure.
Finish with strong-hold hairspray and a smoothing serum on any flyaways.
Prep hair with volumizing mousse on damp hair, blow-dry smooth, then curl all sections with a medium barrel iron for texture and hold.
Tease the crown section generously, spray with texturizing spray, then smooth the top layer gently back toward the crown without flattening.
Gather all hair into a high ponytail at the crown, secure with a strong elastic, leaving a few face-framing pieces if desired.
Twist or pin sections of the ponytail into a sculpted bun, French twist, or braided coil, securing each piece with U-pins as you build height and shape.
Secure with final pins, gently pull and loosen pieces for soft dimension, then mist with strong-hold hairspray for all-day perfection.
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Absolutely! Teasing at the roots, using extensions for added fullness, and texturizing sprays create the illusion of thick, voluminous hair. The structured pins and backcombing give fine hair the support it needs to hold a stunning high updo all day.
Yes, when done correctly with proper prep, strong-hold products, and the right pinning technique, a high updo is one of the most secure bridal styles. It's designed to withstand hours of movement, heat, and celebration without losing its shape.
Definitely! A high updo actually elongates a round face by drawing the eye upward and adding vertical height. Leaving soft tendrils around the face also helps create flattering dimension and balance.
Book your trial at least 2-3 months before the wedding so you have time to adjust the style, test longevity, and ensure it works perfectly with your veil and accessories. This also gives you peace of mind as your day approaches.
