If you want to get married during Covid-19, you may have to take the plunge and do your own wedding hair
The new normal of weddings, as we know it, has had to 'marry' itself with the uncertainties of the Covid-19 outbreak. Celebrations are planned on Zoom, and guest lists are scaled down in keeping with social distancing rules.
But where do brides turn for wedding hair and makeup, when you have to keep numbers down & avoid contact? You turn to yourself. Contrary to what you might have thought, getting an elegant aisle-worthy hairstyle together doesn't have to be daunting or time-consuming. In fact, there are several easy wedding hairstyles that you can perfect without a professional or visit to a salon. All you need is a little bit of practise, and right now, during Lockdown 2.0 we've got a lot of time to do it!
To prove it, we scoured the internet to list our favourite easy wedding hairstyle tutorials, with step-by-step instructions, for you to recreate all on your own (or with the help of your bridesmaids or family members). For your pre-wedding celebrations, there are playful plaits you can consider, while the sleek buns will look perfect for intimate affairs. Get ready: your at-home styling sessions just got way easier.
Easy Wedding Hairstyles You Can Do Yourself
BRIDAL BRAIDS
No matter the hair length or texture, braids look good on everyone. The classic hairstyle is easy to whip up and serves as an easy solution to most of your bad-hair-day woes.
THE WEDDING UPDO
A wedding updo is the perfect addition to just about any bridal ensemble, whether you're sporting a flowing ballgown or a 50s tea-length. This one is perfect for your bridesmaids too!
HALF UP, HALF DOWN BRIDAL HAIR
Of the myriad easy wedding hairstyles floating around on your Instagram feed, half-up, half-down hairstyles are the easiest to replicate. Since they take little time to put together, they rank high on the list of most-bride's go-to hairstyles.
BRIDAL BUN HAIRSTYLE
A chic, understated bun is all about the bride being confident to wear all her hair back. If you are that bride, then this easy wedding hairstyle is for you.