Don’t panic, with some professional help from a bridal hairstylist or even your girl friends you will have the most perfect hairstyles for your wedding day.

• Grow your hair some months before the wedding. This will give you more options in choosing the right hairstyle that will suit you. This will save you the cost of acquiring hair extensions if needed.

• Consider the venue of the wedding – beach or church. A long flowing soft curls hairstyle or short and sassy hairstyle may be more suitable for the beach venue. A traditional updo hairstyle may be suitable for church or fairy tale wedding theme.

• Consider the line, density and texture of your wedding dress and your hair accessories (veil, tiara…). The line of the dress should complement your hairline.

• Consult with your hairstylist with information of your wedding theme, wedding dress and your style of make-up. The hairstylist will provide you with advice on which type of hairstyle will firstly suit your face structure and but will also complement your dress and your wedding theme.

• Finally, 1 week before the wedding day, have a trial wedding hairdo at the salon followed by the bridal make-up. If you are happy with the results, then you can cross off this one item on your wedding checklist. Otherwise, discuss with your hairstylist to make adjustments on the hairstyle or even make changes.

Brides with curly hair may have problems with it turning frizzy on a humid day. To combat this, your best bet is to use de-frizzing styling products before your hair is arranged. The key is to work with the nature of your hair, rather than trying to force it into a style for which your hair was never intended. A soft updo tamed with an anti-frizz serum with a few loose pieces near the face is ideal for a summer bride. By working with your hair rather than against it, you can achieve a style with staying power. Add some elegance with pretty bridal hair jewelry such as a scattering of hairpins.

Even brides whose hair is normally smooth and well-behaved may have trouble with it on a hot day. The humidity can turn smooth silky tresses into a limp mess. Rather than leaving your hair down, choose a style which will get it up off of your neck. A low bun is chic and pretty, and looks wonderful with this season’s most popular type of bridal hair jewelry, the slim headband. Choose a headband which is jeweled with crystals or pearls to match the rest of your bridal jewelry.

Summer is a time for ponytails, and if done right, this can be a great style for a bride. The basic pony that you pull your hair into as you run out the door to the gym is not what we are talking about here; a special occasion ponytail is very smooth and flawless, and should be done by a professional. Most of the time, the crown of the hair will be backcombed before the tresses are smoothed over the top with a light pomade for a perfectly sleek look which also has a touch of lift off the crown. The ponytail itself should also be smooth as silk to give it the appearance of elegance. Cover the elastic band by wrapping a small section of your hair around it. A fresh flower or a small spray of white feathers will be the perfect hair ornament.

An excellent bridal hairstyle for any hair type is a braid. Braids have been making a comeback lately, and they are a terrific way to keep summer hair looking pretty and under control. Best of all, braids can be created to work with the natural texture of the bride’s hair. Smooth hair can be plaited into a low sleek braid or curly hair can be more loosely woven. A variation on this is to create several small braids which are then twisted into a low bun. It is a classic hairdo which will be able to withstand any type of summer weather beautifully.

Bridal hair accessories such as crystal, pearl and diamante hairpins and hair combs are astonishing. The elite collection of crystal hairpins provides you with some of the exclusive items such as Daisy Hair Pin, Diamante Hair Grips, Rosebud Hair Pins, La Perla Hair Pins, Diamante Spray Hair Pins, Butterfly Hair Pins and many more. For elegant bridal hairstyles, you have to be creative. Accessories are a great way to make your bridal hairstyle look stunning. Here are some gratifying, fun and stylish ideas for that special day.

Fake or fresh water pearls twisted into a French roll, ponytail or across the circlet of the head. Baby Breath flowers or lilac arrangements in a ring around the head or off to one side. Fresh roses, either full size or baby, make a natural beautiful statement. Multi coloured thin silk or cotton ribbons. Whether in pastel or jewel colours, ribbons can be twisted or braided to weave into hair design or to tie the hair back. Shells, especially mother of pearl, make beautiful hair adornments. Hairpieces to extend the hair or to produce braids to embellish the hair design.

Glass or plastic coloured bead makes for beautiful adornments to the hair design. Costume jewellery clip-on earrings make for easy to use individual touches to the hair. Silk cording, much like ribbons, can be used for many different styles. Lace can be collected into small bunches to make a bow for the hair to wrap around. Commonly, plain barrettes can be transformed into real show pieces with a hot glue gun and any precious stones, mementos or decorations. Tied-up hair matches a large clip or many tiny little flowers. With flowing long hair, one or two large flowers to decorate your bridal hairstyle will be enough.

1. Upsweep: One of the most common ways to style your wedding hair is to choose an upsweep of hair. While this particular hairstyle can refer to a variety of different styles, for our purposes, it is the simple upsweeping of hair at the base of the neck. This is a very elegant style in its simplicity and grace, and can be accented with either delicate or demonstrative hair combs. Moreover, it can be as loose or tight as you prefer.

2. Down: Though often overlooked as a style, wearing your short to long hair down can prove quite elegant, despite the informality usually attached to it. There are a variety of things a woman can do with her hair if left down-curled, waved, or left straight. Whichever you choose, make sure your hair is well groomed so that the beauty of your hair can be accentuated while down.

3. Half up: Half up is another popular choice for brides to be, as it shows off the face, while leaving some hair down for femininity. Your hair can be swept from both sides evenly and secured with a barrette or other decorative bauble, or affixed on the side of your head. In either event, it is a beautiful way to combine two different hairstyles in one delicate wedding hairstyle..

4. Braided: Whether you choose one simple braid, a French braid, or still smaller braids entwined in your hair-all of them are elegant choices for a wedding day hairstyle.

5. Bun: Though seemingly simple, a bun at the nape of your neck or back of your head can add a beautiful and sophisticated elegance to any type of gown and jewelry you choose, and makes for an easy to maintain wedding hairstyle.

6. French Twist: A fresh twist is a bit dressier than a bun and less simple, but still demonstrates a simple classic hairstyle for any wedding day.

7. Curled: Perhaps you would like to add curls to your hair or define the ones you already have. Whichever you choose, soft wavy curls can add a romantic look to any wedding gown and bride.

8. Straight: If you are looking for a sleeker look-and you have curly hair, you should try the sophisticated elegance of straightening your hair.

9. Ringlets: A very popular choice for many brides-whether they opt to wear their hair up or down, if they have short or long hair is to have ringlets put in. As long as the ringlets are soft and not tight, the look is very romantic and old fashioned.

10. Beading: Once you have decided upon the style for your wedding day hair, you may want to consider beading to intersperse and accent it.

11. Ribbons/headbands: Another option for both formal and more informal looks are weaving and tying ribbons and headbands into your hair for a subtle accent.

12. Flowers: Many brides choose to accent their upsweeps and half up hairstyles with both real and faux flowers. The flowers add a romantic and earthy accent to any wedding gown, and are suited best to outdoor weddings that are less formal..