A woman makes sure her hair looks nice every day, and her wedding day is definitely no exception; it’s probably the most important! So making the right choice is key, as these moments will be forever engraved in your memory, not to mention your photo albums, and you must look beautiful in every one of them.

Your dress is perfect and you’re making sure to opt for other details that are equally stunning. Since hair is one of them, we’ll help you make the right decision to make this day even more special. Follow our tips to avoid regret!

A hair trial is a must for every bride, so during your session three different hairstyles should be enough to help you make the right choice. Book your hairdresser four to six months ahead of time and let your trial session take place four to six weeks before the wedding day. Also make sure to bring your headpiece – if you choose to wear one – along with you.

Clearly explain the style of your wedding and reception to the hairdresser and show them a photo of your wedding dress, as they will suggest looks that are in total harmony with your wedding theme. The most important point here is to be open to suggestions, because at the end of the day, they are experts in their own field and they will never let you down. Remember, if you are not a big fan of the hairdos, this session is only a trial and you have nothing to lose!

Make sure to bring a friend or a relative with you and make her take photos of everything you try from every angle – front, profile, back and even from above – because, let’s admit, every side should look amazing.

For the much-awaited day, there are two golden rules to take into consideration. First, make sure to have a time margin when booking your hair appointment to avoid being late, whether it’s you or any of the bridesmaids. Second, make sure to wear a button-front shirt or dress to avoid messing up the final hairdo when taking off your clothes to wear your beautiful wedding dress.

Now, you’re probably wondering about what you shouldn’t do, right? Don’t worry, we’ll tell you. First, don’t assume that your regular stylist is the best one to go to on your wedding day, unless he or she is a hair professional, and to make the right choice, ask for the opinion of your recently married friends who have gone through this before you.

As for the hairstyle itself, avoid describing the hairstyle you have in mind because adjectives are subjective. Always refer to images that will help the hairstylist identify what you want. After all, an image is always worth a thousand words.

Another thing you should avoid is neglecting your gown’s neckline. It is actually a key element to keep in mind when it comes to choosing your hairstyle. To be clear, a full up-do will look too bare with a strapless dress for example.

The last thing to avoid is to never hide your highlights. If your highlighted hair is pinned into an updo, it will look dark from the front, so make sure to have extra highlights applied to all layers when opting for such a hairstyle.

Good luck in this journey!

Mirella Haddad