Hair Accessories

For the final touch to your updo or special hairdo, a few simple accessories.

Whether you opt for simple for simple flowers as in this picture, roses, tiara or jewelry (such as clips, diamond pins, etc), this is the perfect finish to your hairstyle.

If you've got a problem with flyaway hair or have a stray piece of hair that just won't stay in place, using an accessory can both look attractive and have the dual function of keeping everything in place. 

Hair care never was so simple!

Don't be concerned too much about expense on this one. 

Even some of the cheap accessory items can look great when put together with your veil and wedding dress- check out stores like Walmart or Claires.

Going for a natural look, try small roses in a ring or some small white flowers in the hair.

How to Put Hair Accessories in an Updo Hair Style

For a bridal look, you want everything to be just perfect. 

So get your hair stylist to practice the look and show you how to ensure your comb, flowers or jewelry are going to be held firmly in place. 

If you're styling your hair at home, ask when you buy the accessory from the bridal shop if they can recommend something to hold it in. 

Often they'll have something that they can give you or can suggest a local supplier or online store.

Simple but Effective Hair Accessories

Everyday hair can be made to look like something special by using the straightening irons, but to jazz it up for a night out, a wedding or any other occasion, accessories are wonderful.

• Large sparkly hair grips, headbands and jewels can all be placed in the hair to dress it up.
• Even the simplest of clips can change a long, plain style for an evening.
• Paris Hilton is a big fan of hair accessories – in many pictures of her you can see flowers and bows adorning her blonde tresses, giving a unique and very girlie look to an otherwise quite ordinary style.
• Hair combs - can be used to create simple, yet elegant styles
• One particularly effective trim is the headband – these can be worn to hold back a long fringe of in addition to having a short fringe. Either way is just as appealing.

Where to Buy What You Need

For everyday use, check out ElegantHairAcc.com - they sell a range of barrettes, hair pins, hair claws, banana clips, made by some of the top brands, and including Swarovski crystals and other gemstones.

For weddings, check out Diamonds & Tiaras for some crystal, pearl and diamante tiaras for both the bride and her bridesmaids. 

Recommended Reading  

Hairstyles - what style will suit your hair type and face shape?  Choose the right style for you.

Updos - liven up your formal style with attractive accessories

Bridal Updo Picture Gallery - ideas for you and your bridesmaid's hair style

Bridesmaid Updos & Hairstyles - simple, yet stylish, your bridesmaids, maid of honor and flower girls all need a style to match yours in the wedding photos