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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: 40-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veil • Fingertip veil • Birdcage veil • Hair combs • Fresh florals
The side hair do brings an effortless romance that makes brides feel like the most elegant version of themselves. There's something deeply feminine about the asymmetry—it frames your face beautifully while giving you that timeless, red-carpet confidence. It's the kind of style that photographs gorgeously from every angle, which is exactly what you want when you're the center of attention all day.
Beyond the beauty, this style is incredibly practical for a long wedding day. It stays secure through hugs, dancing, and even outdoor ceremonies with unpredictable weather. The side placement works seamlessly with veils and leaves plenty of room for statement earrings or a dramatic neckline to shine.
Pearl-studded hair pins scattered throughout the style
Vintage art deco hair comb placed at the side gathering point
Crystal or rhinestone side tiara
Delicate gold leaf hair vine woven through
Velvet ribbon wrapped around base of style
White spray roses or ranunculus clustered at the nape
Eucalyptus sprigs and baby's breath for a garden wedding
Cathedral veil attached just below the side style for drama
Fingertip or waltz-length veil placed at the back for balance
Wash hair the day before—second-day texture holds pins better.
Use texturizing spray at roots for grip and lasting volume.
Set with medium-hold hairspray, let dry, then finish with flexible spray.
Bring bobby pins and mini spray for quick touch-ups after dancing.
Prep hair with volumizing mousse on damp hair, then blow-dry with a round brush for body and smoothness.
Create a deep side part, then curl all hair in large sections with a 1.5-inch barrel for soft waves.
Gather all hair to one side (left or right), smoothing the opposite side flat with gel or pomade for sleekness.
Twist or loosely braid the gathered hair, then pin it low at the nape or tuck into a side bun.
Secure with bobby pins, gently loosen curls for romantic softness, and mist with flexible-hold hairspray.
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Absolutely! Use clip-in extensions for extra body and tease the roots gently before styling. The side sweep actually creates the illusion of more volume and dimension.
Yes, when secured properly with bobby pins and hairspray, it's one of the most stable styles. The asymmetry naturally distributes weight, so it won't slip like center styles can.
Definitely! Attach the veil just below or behind the side style at the back of your head. This keeps the focus on the side detail while the veil drapes beautifully.
It's especially stunning on heart, oval, and square face shapes because it softens angles and balances proportions. The asymmetry draws the eye and creates beautiful dimension in photos.
