Fall 2012 Bridal Hair Trends and How-To's

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Highly recommended to any fellow stylists, or those interested in the Fashion industry and wish to keep to date on current trends.
Today I came across an article which was posted, entitled "Fall 2012 Bridal Hair Trends and How-To's", and I couldn't help but share it on my blog. Stephanie Brinkerhoff of Hair and Make-Up by Steph was asked to compose four key trends brides will be coveting this fall. With an emphasis on soft, romantic styles, she says that fall wedding hair is all about easy, relaxed femininity. So here it is.

Trend #1: Undone Finger Waves

"I think easy-going, no-fuss brides will love this style," says Stephanie. "I picture it with a soft, flowing dress at a casual outdoor wedding." 

Get the Look:

Using a Jose Eber inverted tapered curling wand, start at the nape and curl small small sections of hair layer by layer, all in the same direction, until all of the hair is curled. Next, comb through the curls, forming an undone wave pattern. Finish with Kenra Volume Spray 25 and Moroccanoil on the ends. "St. Pucchi showed undone finger waves at Bridal Fashion Week," notes Stephanie. "I wanted to make the style a wearable for everyday brides, so I made it look a little less runway and a little more Taylor Swift!"

Trend #2: Bouffant

"This is the perfect hairstyle for brides who want a retro feel to their wedding," says Stephanie. "I picture this style with a cute tea length wedding dressing and a pop of color on the lips. Maggie Sottero showed a lot of bumped up hairstyles on her fall 2012 runway."

Get the Look:
Prep the hair with Big Sexy Hair Powder Play to add some texture.  After applying the powder, backcomb the entire head of hair and apply Unite Second Day through the ends. Create a small, messy bun at the nape, pulling on the sides and top to make it messy and to add more texture. Finish the look with Kenra Volume Spray 25.

Trend #3: Faux Bob

"I picture this look on a modern bride," explains Stephanie. "Someone who isn't afraid to step out of the ordinary updo and try something unique."  

Get the Look:

Loosely curl the hair with a GHD professional styler, then loosely backcomb all of the hair. Next, take medium-sized sections and roll the hair up and under, pinning it section by section at the nape. Make sure to keep the top layers of the hair soft and airy to make the bob look more believable. "I saw a lot of faux bobs on the fall 2012 bridal runways," says Stephanie. "I loved the couture faux bobs, but I made it more wearable for everyday brides by softening it and adding more curl."  

Trend #4: High Bun

"This hairstyle is for brides who want a feminine, classic look," says Stephanie. "It's dainty, a little playful, and timeless."

Get the Look:

Start by putting the hair in a high ponytail, leaving out the fringe and a small section on the side for a braid. Proceed to backcomb the ponytail and form it into a high bun, securing with bobby pins. After the bun is secure, take the small section of hair that was left out and braid it across the top of the head, resting it on the part line of her fringe. Finish with Kenra Volume Spray 25. "This look was inspired by the always-chic Audrey Hepburn," Stephanie adds. "I love how timeless she is and I wanted to create a modern version of her look for today's brides."

Bridal hair is one area of styling that I enjoy the most. There is no greater satisfaction than knowing you have contributed to someone's special day.

A lot can be said for the atmosphere when you're surrounded by a handful of individuals experiencing such a crucial milestone in their lives. Emotions run high and often the tension can be cut with a knife.

Any stylist specializing in weddings is sure to have several stories of the "Bridezilla" who despite looking perfect with her 40's inspired waves, which happen to compliment her over-the-top dress (which probably cost more than the average car) just could NOT be satisfied.

But then you have those other clients. The one's who are so enamoured in every second of the experience, they bring us fulfillment and awareness; and knowledge that sometimes the "perfect moment" is just a culmination of joy. It's the moment you are made aware of all you have to be thankful for.