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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Square
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Curly • Fine • Thick
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veil • Fingertip veil • Blusher veil • Drop veil • Pearl pins
There's something about a polished updo paired with a flowing veil that makes you feel like the most beautiful version of yourself. It's the kind of look that photographs gorgeously from every angle and gives you that confident, bridal glow the moment your stylist places the final pin. Whether you're walking down a church aisle or saying vows on a beach, this timeless combination captures elegance without trying too hard.
Beyond the beauty factor, updos are incredibly practical for long wedding days. Your hair stays perfectly in place through hugs, dancing, and even unpredictable weather, so you never have to worry about touch-ups. The veil attaches securely at the crown or base, creating a seamless silhouette that complements your dress and lets you move freely all day and night.
Pearl-tipped bobby pins scattered throughout the updo
Vintage crystal hair comb placed at the base of the bun
Delicate gold leaf hair vine woven along the twist
Art deco headband positioned above the updo
Beaded hairpins for subtle sparkle at the crown
White spray roses or baby's breath tucked into the twist
Silk ribbon wrapped around the base of the chignon
Cathedral veil for dramatic, formal ceremonies
Fingertip veil for classic, versatile elegance
Wash hair the day before—freshly washed hair can be too slippery.
Use texturizing spray at roots before styling for better grip and hold.
Set finished updo with strong-hold hairspray and let cool completely before veil.
Carry extra bobby pins and travel-size spray for quick evening touch-ups.
Prep hair with volumizing mousse on damp hair, then blow-dry smooth using a round brush for body and shine.
Lightly tease the crown section and mist with texturizing spray to build a foundation that holds pins securely.
Gather hair into a low ponytail or twist sections back toward the nape, securing with elastic or crossed pins.
Wrap the ponytail into a chignon or roll sections into a French twist, pinning every inch for all-day stability.
Smooth flyaways with hairspray, gently loosen a few face-framing pieces, then attach veil comb just above or below the updo for a seamless, romantic finish.
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Absolutely! Teasing the crown and using volumizing products beforehand creates the illusion of thicker, fuller hair. Your stylist can also add subtle extensions for extra body if desired.
Make sure the veil comb is anchored into the densest part of your updo with extra bobby pins crisscrossed underneath. A strong-hold hairspray and proper pin placement will keep everything secure for hours.
Yes! Layers actually add beautiful texture and dimension to updos. Your stylist can work shorter pieces into twists or pin them strategically so everything looks intentional and polished.
It depends on your veil length and updo height. Cathedral and fingertip veils often sit just below the bun for a cascading effect, while blushers look stunning placed above at the crown.
