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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Round
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Curly • Fine • Thick
Difficulty: Advanced
Time to style: 60-90 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veils • Drop veils • Blusher veils • Tiaras • Crowns
There's something undeniably regal about an updo crowned with a tiara and veil that makes brides feel like absolute royalty on their special day. This timeless combination creates a polished, elegant silhouette that photographs beautifully from every angle, giving you the confidence to walk down the aisle knowing you look absolutely stunning. It's the hairstyle that transforms you into the most radiant version of yourself.
Beyond the breathtaking beauty, this style is remarkably practical for a long wedding day. The secure updo keeps hair off your neck during dancing, won't wilt in humidity or wind, and provides the perfect stable foundation for both your tiara and veil to stay in place through hours of celebration. You'll never worry about touching up your hair when it's expertly pinned and crowned with elegance.
Crystal-encrusted tiara with adjustable comb base
Vintage-inspired pearl and silver crown
Delicate Swarovski crystal tiara with floral motifs
Classic diamond-style princess tiara
Art deco geometric tiara with rhinestone detailing
Soft white roses or stephanotis tucked around the base of the updo
Delicate baby's breath woven through the bun for romantic texture
Cathedral veil attached just below the tiara for dramatic length
Two-tier drop veil with blusher positioned at the crown
Start with second-day hair or use dry shampoo for better grip and texture.
Use strong-hold hairspray in layers while building the updo for maximum security.
Insert bobby pins in an X-pattern and mist with hairspray before inserting.
Position tiara after veil is secured to prevent shifting throughout the day.
Prep hair with texturizing spray and blow-dry with a round brush for volume at the crown.
Gather hair into a low or mid-height ponytail, leaving face-framing pieces if desired, and secure tightly with elastic.
Twist or braid the ponytail, then wrap it into a bun or chignon shape, securing every inch with bobby pins in crisscross patterns.
Position the veil comb just below where the tiara will sit, then place the tiara at the crown, securing both with extra pins through the updo.
Mist with strong-hold hairspray, gently loosen a few pieces for soft romance, and ensure tiara and veil feel completely secure.
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Absolutely! Using volumizing products, teasing at the crown, and strategic pinning creates the illusion of fuller hair. Extensions can also be seamlessly blended into the updo for extra body and length.
Secure your tiara by pinning it through the updo itself (not just resting on top) and use clear elastic loops or extra bobby pins through the tiara's comb. A light mist of hairspray on the comb before placement adds extra grip.
Yes, thick and curly hair actually holds updos beautifully! Embrace your natural texture for a romantic, voluminous look, or smooth it first if you prefer a sleeker finish.
Always attach the veil first, positioning it just below where your tiara will sit. This creates a stable foundation and prevents the tiara from interfering with the veil's placement.
