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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Diamond
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Wavy • Curly • Thick • Straight
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veils • Juliet caps • Flower crowns • Loose florals • Minimalist pins
Gypsy braids bring an effortless bohemian romance that makes brides feel like their most authentic, beautiful selves. There's something magical about the way these intricate yet relaxed braids frame your face—they give you that dreamy, ethereal look while still feeling totally comfortable and like *you*. It's the kind of hairstyle that photographs beautifully from every angle and makes you feel confident from the moment you walk down the aisle.
Beyond the emotional appeal, gypsy braids are incredibly practical for a full wedding day. The woven structure keeps hair secure through hours of celebrating, dancing, and even unpredictable weather, so you're not worrying about touch-ups. They work seamlessly with veils, flower crowns, and delicate accessories, and the textured, lived-in quality actually gets prettier as the day goes on—no stiff, overdone bridal hair here.
Delicate pearl pins scattered throughout the braids
Vintage gold leaf combs tucked at the crown
Crystal vine headbands woven into the braid pattern
Bohemian beaded hair chains draped along braids
Minimalist gold bobby pins for understated elegance
Baby's breath stems tucked into braid sections for whimsical texture
Silk ribbon woven through braids in blush or ivory tones
Cathedral length veils placed beneath the braided crown
Juliet cap veils that complement the bohemian texture
Start with second-day hair or use dry shampoo for better grip and texture.
Apply texturizing spray before braiding to add volume and hold throughout the day.
Set finished style with flexible-hold hairspray to maintain movement without stiffness.
Tuck extra bobby pins in your emergency kit for quick touch-ups after dancing.
Prep hair with texturizing spray on dry, second-day hair for enhanced grip and natural volume.
Part hair to your preferred side and begin a loose Dutch braid along the hairline, incorporating small sections.
Add two to three additional braids of varying thickness throughout the hair, keeping them relaxed and textured.
Pin braids around the crown and sides, tucking ends discreetly and allowing some pieces to fall softly.
Gently pancake the braids for width, pull out face-framing tendrils, and mist with flexible hairspray for romantic softness.
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Absolutely! The braiding technique actually creates the illusion of fuller, thicker hair. Using texturizing products and gently pulling apart the braids (pancaking) adds beautiful volume that photographs gorgeously.
Schedule your trial at least 2-3 months before your wedding so you have time to adjust accessories, placement, or braid thickness. This also gives you a chance to practice the style if you're DIY-ing it.
Yes, gypsy braids are perfect for outdoor ceremonies! The braided structure keeps hair controlled in humidity, and the relaxed texture actually benefits from a bit of natural movement and softness throughout the day.
Definitely! Veils work beautifully when placed beneath the braided crown or at the back of the head. Cathedral and Juliet cap styles are especially stunning with this bohemian look.
