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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Round
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Curly • Thick
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 40-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veil • Fingertip veil • Fresh florals • Pearl pins • Bohemian accessories
The side braid brings an effortless romance that makes brides feel like the best version of themselves—confident, elegant, and timelessly beautiful. There's something magical about how it frames your face while still feeling relaxed and authentic, not overly done or stiff. It's the kind of style that photographs beautifully from every angle and makes you feel like you when you look in the mirror.
Practically speaking, this style is a dream for all-day wear—it stays put through tears, hugs, dancing, and even unexpected weather. The side placement works beautifully with veils of any length and gives you options to showcase statement earrings or a dramatic neckline. Plus, it's incredibly versatile, easily dressed up with florals and pearls or kept bohemian and loose for garden or beach ceremonies.
Delicate pearl hairpins scattered throughout the braid
Vintage gold leaf combs at the base
Crystal-encrusted bridal clips for added sparkle
Thin satin ribbon woven through sections
Art deco style side comb positioned above the braid
Baby's breath tucked into braid sections for ethereal softness
Garden roses and eucalyptus sprigs for romantic texture
Cathedral veil positioned under the braid for dramatic elegance
Fingertip-length veil secured above the braid for versatility
Prep with texturizing spray on dry hair for grip and lasting hold.
Secure every few inches with clear elastics before adding decorative pins.
Set with flexible-hold hairspray after styling to prevent flyaways without stiffness.
Bring a small bottle of spray and bobby pins for quick touch-ups.
Prep hair with texturizing spray on second-day hair or add dry shampoo at roots for grip and volume.
Create a deep side part and sweep all hair over one shoulder, securing the opposite side with pins if needed.
Start a three-strand or fishtail braid at the nape, keeping it loose and romantic rather than tight.
Secure the end with a clear elastic, then gently pull sections of the braid to create soft, voluminous texture.
Secure with decorative pins, tuck in fresh florals or accessories, and mist with hairspray for a dreamy, polished finish.
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Absolutely! The key is prepping with volumizing products and gently pulling the braid apart to create the illusion of thickness. Adding textured accessories or florals also helps add visual fullness.
Yes, when properly secured with clear elastics every few inches and finished with flexible-hold spray. The side positioning actually makes it more stable than center styles.
Definitely—cathedral veils look stunning positioned under the braid at the back of the head. This placement adds drama while keeping the braid visible and beautifully framed.
Book your trial 2-3 months before the wedding so you have time to adjust the braid style, accessories, and veil placement to your vision.
