It's that time again: an invitation to the wedding flutters into the house and the pondering begins. What do I wear? Which shoes go with it? And most importantly: what should I do with my hair? No worries! With these instructions we will show you how you can easily create an elegant yet casual hairstyle for shoulder-length hair yourself - perfect for any wedding, whether in the summer garden or at a chic location. And the best thing: you don't need a professional stylist!
Step 1: Preparing the hair
Before you really get started, your hair should be well prepared. Freshly washed and slightly wavy – that’s the ideal starting point. No waves? No problem!A curling ironcan work real miracles here. With a few light waves, your hairstyle will immediately gain texture and volume. Remember: we don't want a "helmet hairstyle", we want a natural look that still looks good even after a few hours on the dance floor.
Step 2: Parting the hair
Now it's getting technical! Divide your hair into three sections: two side sections and a middle section. Don't worry, you don't have to draw accurate lines. The middle section is the main protagonist - you'll use it to form the bun. Let the side parts fall to the side first. They will come back into play later.
Step 3: Creating the Bun
Here comes the big moment: Take the middle section of hair, twist it loosely on the side you prefer and form it into a bun that hugs your ear charmingly. A few bobby pins will ensure everything stays in place. But be careful: the bun should not look like a tight sports bun, but rather loose and voluminous. Feel free to pull it apart a little - this will give the whole thing more fullness and a romantic touch.
Expert tip:A loose bun is not only pretty but also forgiving. When the day is long and the night is even longer, a loose style like this simply holds up better.
Step 4: Fix the hair
Now the hairspray comes into play. But please no concrete for your head! A flexible hairspray fixes the bun without making it appear stiff. The trick is to keep everything in shape but at the same time preserve the hair's natural movement.
Step 5: Design the side sections
Now bring the side sections of hair back into play. These are gently inserted into the bun, can be twisted once or twice beforehand, and are then loosely secured with hairpins. The trick here: It can seem a little chaotic. A few loose strands falling around the face give the look something soft and feminine. Nothing screams “romance” more than a few wispy strands of hair blowing gently in the wind.
Expert tip:Loose strands around your face are not only romantic, they also accentuate your facial features and make you look amazing in photos.
Step 6: Finishing touches
Now the finishing touches! You can gently twist the strands that fall out with a curling iron to give them a little more structure.
To create additional volume on the top of your head, you can gently fluff the hairline with your fingers as shown in the picture. This gives the hairstyle more body and ensures that it sits perfectly all day long. Be sure to use hairspray sparingly to keep hair natural and soft.
Expert tip:A little shine spray doesn't hurt either - after all, it's a party and it can shine a little more.
And voila! You'll have a hairstyle that not only looks great, but is also guaranteed to last all day - from the "I do" to the last lap on the dance floor. And all of this without an expensive visit to the hairdresser. So, grab your hairbrush and get started - the next wedding guest hairstyling marathon can come!
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