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What
subject has produced more fears, tears and rituals, bottles, brushes, and
headlines than that of the almighty coiffeur? Any bad hair day is cause enough
for us to shutter, stutter and utter "what will I do with my hair"???
Add the wedding day do to this dilemma and there is coiffeur confusion, mad
rushes to the magazine rack and tears begging our trusted stylist for help.
Gretchen Maurer, Bridal hair specialist and author of
The Business of Bridal Beauty, has some excellent tips to offer.
1. Dress:
Maurer says to start with
the dress because, "the brides total bridal look has to be taken into
consideration, every thing must balance. The brides dress choice sets the tone
for the entire ceremony and the hair design has to evoke the same feeling."
2. Texture: "Believe it or not the wedding gown can also dictate the
texture of the finished hair design. A smooth, shiny Updo of curls or glossy
stick straight hair complements a smooth satin gown. Where a gown of sweeping
tulle is beautifully accented by soft flowing curls."
3.
The silhouette: "Your look from head to toe has a silhouette, either
horizontal or vertical. A full skirt is horizontal and best balanced by a wider
hair design and or full veiling. A vertical look being narrow and slim is
complemented by a hair design of the same lines; it could be a bob tucked behind
the ears or a narrow pile of curls on top of the head."
4. History: "No, we are not back
in school. But is there a period of history your gown reflects? Theme weddings
such as renaissance or swing, make a great excuse to have some creative fun with
your hair."
5. Proportions: "Again the full effect needs to balance. The bride
with short hair who is wearing an ornate full traditional dress needs to
remember to balance her look with the appropriate headpiece. Like wise the
petite bride with too much hair might think about wearing it up to draw the eye
vertically."
6. Time of Day: "Next to the dress, the time of day should have some
bearing on the hairstyle and headpiece you choose." Maurer suggests for a
day or morning wedding less glitz and sparkle. "Save the crystals, sparkle
and tiaras for more formal evening weddings. Headbands, flowers, wreaths, and
hats are perfect for day or morning ceremonies."
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