Latest Bridal Hair Styles & Fashions for 2009

So, you’re getting married this year, congratulations!

As well as picking out the perfect dress you want to find the perfect bridal updo hairstyle to compliment.

Getting your hair and makeup perfect on the day of the wedding is so important, as it will make you feel and look gorgeous which will make you a bit more relaxed throughout the days events, as well as during that all important “Here comes the bride” moment. 

Finding Inspiration

There are several places that you can go to find out the latest information on different hairstyles, and styling techniques.

You could start with a bridal or a hairstyles magazine, which will give you some information about different ways to wear your wedding hair.

Or you could check out the latest runway or catwalk photographs, which is a great option for a really up-to-date look. 

Latest Hairstyles from the Designers

For example, Karl Lagerfeld displayed the ultimate in designer bridal hair accessories on his Spring Summer 2009 catwalk.

Part embroidery, part metalwork, this beautiful creation in white was stunning with images of wings, hearts and flowers. This is an idea that you could replicate in part with a selection of clips from your local vintage or accessories store.  

Long hair was twisted around the head in a messy twist at Alberta Ferretti, seemingly Grecian and definitely sexy. Soft hair is a definite must for a bridal look, romantic tousled hair and blow-dried softness are important to create an ultra feminine look. Carolina Herrera also created a similar look for Summer 2009, this time a little more Scandinavian, but still soft and pretty. 

This year updo hairstyles are blow-dried and simple, the Oscar de la Renta show saw hair bouffant and stylishly old school.

To create a similarly elegant look, ask you hairdresser to create an Audrey Hepburn updo that is loose and chic. This sort of style would go fantastically well with  a 50s style wedding dress. 

Planning for your Wedding Day

As part of your wedding planning, you will have to decide on how to get your hair done on the day. There are a couple of options, but certainly one of the best ideas is to search for the perfect hair stylist.

Having a practice of your bridal beauty look several months before hand will ensure that you have picked the right person, and means you can “road test” your updo to see how long it will last.

Also taking some quick snaps of it will help you see if it compliments your face shape.

This can help the photographers have an easy job of making you look beautiful in every single photo.

Wedding Hair Style Tips for 2009

Hair is always stylish when worn long and in spiral curls, but make sure to add a little texturing product to your looks, so they don’t look too prim and proper, or this will look a tad too nineties.

Make sure that you create your curls with a good tool that will keep each curl looking as neat at your reception; GHDs are a real favorite with celebrity stylists, as they should keep your hairstyle in tact for the whole day. Cheap curling tongs are a no-no unless you want lifeless curls an hour into the day. 

For a really hot look, channel Gucci’s blow dried tresses. Big volume and large barrel curls looks natural but expensive and compliments most women. Investing in a good set of heated rollers can create this look, but make sure you have another person to help, as it can be tricky popping rollers in neatly yourself.

Recommended Resources

Half Updos - popular in 2008, this soft look is a fashion favorite

Soft Hair Styles - for a softer, feminine look for your special day