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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Round
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Wavy • Curly • Coily • Thick
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veil • Fingertip veil • Fresh flowers • Pearl pins • Jeweled combs
Curly braids give brides that romantic, goddess-like confidence they've dreamed about since saying yes. The combination of natural texture and intricate braiding creates a timeless elegance that photographs beautifully from every angle, making you feel both effortlessly beautiful and completely put-together on your big day.
Beyond the stunning look, curly braids are incredibly practical for weddings—they hold strong through humidity, wind, and hours of celebration without losing their shape. The braided structure keeps curls secure and defined all day, works seamlessly under any veil style, and stays comfortable from your first look through your last dance.
Delicate pearl hairpins scattered throughout the braids
Vintage gold leaf combs tucked at the crown
Crystal-encrusted bobby pins for subtle sparkle
Thin jeweled headband across the hairline
Wired ribbon woven through the braids
Baby's breath tucked into braid sections for ethereal romance
Small white roses or ranunculus placed at braid intersections
Cathedral veil attached beneath the braided crown
Fingertip veil secured at mid-crown for elegant draping
Apply curl-defining cream to damp hair, then air-dry or diffuse completely.
Tease roots before braiding to maintain volume and height all day.
Use flexible-hold hairspray after styling—never crunchy spray on curly textures.
Sleep in a silk bonnet the night before to protect defined curls.
Prep hair with curl-enhancing cream on damp strands, then diffuse or air-dry completely to set natural curl pattern.
Section hair into manageable parts and gently tease roots at the crown for lasting volume and texture.
Begin braiding sections—try Dutch braids along the sides or a crown braid, keeping tension gentle to preserve curl definition.
Pin braids into your desired formation (crown, updo, or half-up), tucking ends discreetly and securing with bobby pins.
Gently pull and loosen braid edges for romantic softness, set with flexible-hold spray, and add accessories for your final look.
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Absolutely! The braiding technique actually creates the illusion of thicker, fuller hair by adding dimension and texture. A skilled stylist can also add subtle extensions within the braids for extra volume without it looking obvious.
Plan for about 60-75 minutes for styling, depending on your hair length and braid complexity. Schedule your hair appointment about 3-4 hours before the ceremony to allow time for makeup and getting dressed without rushing.
It's not recommended to sleep in your finished bridal style as it may flatten or shift. However, you can sleep in loose braids the night before to enhance your curl pattern, then have your stylist create the final look on wedding morning.
Yes! Curly braids actually provide excellent anchor points for veil placement, and the texture helps pins grip better than sleek styles. Your stylist can position the veil beneath the braided crown or at the base for maximum security throughout the day.
