13 Gorgeous Wedding Hairstyles For Long Hair

Beachy waves, braided updos, and chic chignons that are decidedly special—but far from "bridal."

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Beachy waves, braided updos, and chic chignons that are decidedly special—but far from "bridal."

From: Town & Country 

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The Vintage Wave

"This style is amazing for your classic 'Plaza Hotel' wedding," says Vanessa Alcala of Marie Robinson Salon in New Yprk. "It's sophisticated, polished, and will hold up all night." Photo: Getty
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Kate Beckinsale

The Oversized Top Knot

A contemporary revamp of the ballerina bun, this messy-yet-sophisticated top knot is ideal for the big deal. Photo: Getty
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Rihanna

The Elevated Updo

Pageant updos for weddings are a thing of the past. The modern version - seen here on Hailee Steinfeld - has volume on the top and dimension in the back. Photo: Getty
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Hailee Steinfeld

The Side Swept Braid

"The look could work for a boho wedding if the bride were to pair it with a flower brown," says Fugate. Photo: Getty
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Hair

The Fishtail Braid

"A sleek or messy fishtail braid is fantastic for outdoor weddings where hair risks getting wind-blown," says Alcala. "Incorporating a braid can also add an element of youthfulness and playfulness." Photo: Getty
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Ciara

The Loose Low Bun

By leaving wisps of hair in front of the face, this low bun offers a less-severe alternative to a slicked back style. Photo: Getty
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HAir

The Half Updo

"Half-up can be very regal and elegant, " says Alcala. "It feels polished but still sexy. I generally like to only pull 1/3 of the hair up and leave the other 2/3 down so that the hair that is left down doesn't look too thin." Photo: Getty
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HAir

The Beachy Wave

"I always tell brides to avoid hairspray. You can often see it and feel in the hair, and no bride wants that on their big day," says Fugate. Photo: Getty
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Chrissy Teigen

The Deep Part Wave

"This style would be great for the minimalist bride," says Robinson. "It's very versatile and generally looks good on everyone. It also pairs nicely with more dramatic makeup, like a smokey eye or bright lip." Photo: Getty
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Sofia Vergara

The Long Romantic Wave

Amal Clooney nailed the long romantic wave during the Cannes Film Festival in 2016. Photo: Getty
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Amal Clooney

The Slicked Down Bun

Bella Hadid's sleek bun - pulled tightly at the nape of her neck - is perfect for those who prefer an understated, no-fuss aesthetic. Photo: Getty
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Bella Hadid

The Braided Updo

"This style adds some dimension to classic long-hair wedding updo," says Kerastase consulting hairstylist Matt Fugate, who created the look for Karlie Kloss (seen here). "It would work well for a risk-taking bride." Photo: Getty
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Karlie Kloss

The Accessorized Chignon

Adding a "hair accessory" doesn't have to mean walking down the aisle in a tiara. When placed just behind the ear, the piece dresses up an otherwise ordinary look. Photo: Getty
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Chignon


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