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Face shapes: Oval • Heart • Round
Hair length: Medium • Long • Extra Long
Hair texture: Straight • Wavy • Curly • Fine • Thick
Difficulty: Medium
Time to style: 45-60 minutes
Works with: Cathedral veils • Fingertip veils • Pearl hair pins • Fresh flowers • Crystal combs
There's something magical about seeing your face fully framed on your wedding day. The wedding hair updo front creates that perfect balance—elegant height in back while keeping soft, romantic pieces near your face that photograph beautifully from every angle. Brides feel confident knowing their features are enhanced, not hidden, and the timeless silhouette works with any dress neckline or wedding theme.
Beyond the beauty, this style is incredibly practical for a long wedding day. The secure updo stays put through emotional hugs, windy photo sessions, and hours of dancing, while those front pieces add movement without feeling messy. It works seamlessly with any veil style, from cathedral length to birdcage, and gives your stylist room to add personalized touches like florals or vintage pins that make the look uniquely yours.
Delicate pearl scattered pins throughout the updo
Art deco crystal comb positioned at the base
Vintage gold leaf hairpins along the front twist
Thin crystal headband across the hairline
Silk ribbon woven through the updo structure
White spray roses or baby's breath tucked into the updo
Silk organza ribbon in ivory or champagne tones
Cathedral or chapel veil attached below the updo for dramatic flow
Fingertip veil positioned at the crown to showcase front detail
Prep with texturizing spray on dry hair for grip and lasting hold.
Tease roots at crown and secure with crossed bobby pins for stability.
Set finished style with flexible-hold hairspray, not stiff formula.
Touch up front pieces with mini flat iron between ceremony and reception.
Prep hair with volumizing mousse on damp roots, blow dry smooth, then curl with a 1.5-inch barrel for texture.
Part hair to your preferred side, section out front pieces from temple to ear, and clip away to style last.
Gather remaining hair into a low ponytail, twist and wrap into a bun or chignon, securing tightly with pins.
Gently twist or roll front sections back toward the updo, pinning loosely to create soft, romantic movement around your face.
Secure everything with bobby pins, gently loosen a few pieces for softness, and mist with flexible hairspray for lasting hold.
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Absolutely! The front sections add dimension, and teasing at the crown creates the illusion of fullness. Consider clip-in extensions at the base for extra volume in the updo.
Book your trial 2-3 months before the wedding so there's time to adjust the style. Bring your veil and any accessories to see the complete look.
Yes, this is one of the best pairings! The updo showcases your shoulders and neckline beautifully while the front pieces soften the overall look.
Pack a mini texturizing spray and a small curling wand for quick touch-ups. Your stylist can also set them with extra product for longer hold.
