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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Diamond
Hair length: Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Wavy • Curly • Straight • Thick
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veil • Drop veil • Pearl hairpins • Crystal accessories • Fresh flowers
The mermaid hairstyle captures that effortless romance every bride dreams about—cascading waves that make you feel like a fairytale princess walking down the aisle. It's the perfect balance of polished and natural, giving you that 'I woke up beautiful' confidence while still feeling special and bridal. Brides love how it photographs from every angle, catching light beautifully and creating movement in every shot.
Beyond the stunning aesthetic, this style is surprisingly practical for your big day. The flowing waves stay secure through hours of celebration, work beautifully under any veil style, and hold up remarkably well in outdoor ceremonies—even with a breeze. It's also incredibly comfortable, with no tight pulling or heavy pinning that might cause headaches by reception time.
Delicate pearl hairpins scattered throughout waves
Crystal-studded hair vine woven into one side
Vintage gold leaf pins placed asymmetrically
Minimalist silver barrettes for a modern touch
Sparkly bobby pins to catch the light
Baby's breath tucked into waves for ethereal softness
White roses or peonies clustered at crown or side part
Cathedral veil for dramatic, flowing elegance
Drop veil that sits beneath waves without flattening
Wash hair 24 hours before to give natural oils time to add texture.
Use texturizing spray before curling to help waves grip and hold shape.
Set finished style with flexible-hold hairspray to maintain movement without stiffness.
Tease roots lightly at crown for lasting volume through the reception.
Prep hair with heat protectant and texturizing mousse on damp hair, then blow-dry with a round brush for volume.
Use a 1.5-inch curling iron to create loose curls throughout, alternating the direction for a natural mermaid wave pattern.
Let curls cool completely, then gently brush through with a paddle brush to create soft, flowing waves.
Tease the crown lightly for lift and spray sea salt texturizing spray throughout for that beachy, lived-in texture.
Secure any face-framing pieces with hidden pins if desired, mist with flexible hairspray, and gently tousle for romantic, effortless movement.
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Absolutely! Extensions or clip-ins can add volume and length seamlessly. Using texturizing products and teasing at the roots also creates the illusion of fuller, thicker waves.
Yes, when properly prepped with anti-humidity products and flexible-hold hairspray. The loose wave pattern actually looks even better with a little natural texture from the elements.
Definitely! Position the veil beneath the crown's volume using a comb, or opt for a drop veil that sits lower on the head to preserve your waves perfectly.
Schedule your trial 2-3 months before the wedding. This gives you time to adjust the wave pattern, volume level, and accessory placement to match your vision.
