Black Wedding Hair Styles

The Best Hair Day of Your Life

You already know it's bound to be one of the best days of your life. With your soul mate by your side, your dress fitted to perfection, your heels just right and your makeup flawless, you've basically got the entire situation under control. Even if you're wearing a veil, you'll want your hair to look its absolute best. Achieving a chic, flattering hair style is simply a matter of knowing and understanding your hair type and selecting a look that best suits your features.

Even members of the wedding party and guests want to look their very best! Nothing makes a woman feel more confidant than an impeccable hairstyle. When every strand is just where it should be, and when the sun beats down and casts a luminescent glow on your mane, you'll feel like a supermodel. There's no better time to go all out and style your hair with a little extra attention – whether you're the bride or a friend of the lucky lady, you deserve it!

To Make a Statement...or Not

Black wedding hair styles can be simple and straightforward or experimental and unusual. You'll need to decide whether you wish to use your wedding day as a chance to toy with a bold look and essentially show off a whole "new" you, or stick with something that is comfortable and familiar. If your choice is the latter, don't worry – comfortable and familiar don't have to mean boring and lackluster. In fact, some of the most memorable hairstyles are the ones that don't take attention away from the bride's dress, makeup and accessories, yet still manage to highlight her feminine elegance.

If, on the other hand, you see the big occasion as a chance to embark on a new hairstyle adventure, you'll want to choose wisely. Begin the process of experimenting with different styles several weeks in advance. Wear your wedding dress and shoes to give yourself a sharp vision of what you'll look on the big day. Allow your hair to stand out just enough that it earns a few compliments (you'll never tire of hearing just how lustrous your locks look!) but doesn't detract from the rest of your ensemble.

Ideas for Black Wedding Hair Styles

Glamorous Dramatic Style

You don't have to be a celebrity with a personal stylist at your beck and call to achieve a look that's as glamorous and becoming as Tinseltown's biggest names. These black hair style ideas are sure to inspire, spark creativity and lead you down the aisle with a beautiful smile and a gorgeous head of hair!

Flip

If your hair hangs at least to your earlobes, you're in luck. The flip is a look that's both charming and practical; it's never dated, and it tends to maintain itself very well. Try one of these timeless looks:

• Sleek Flip: With the help of a touch of pomade, your flip will look smart and simple.
• Razor Cut Flip: Not only does a razor cut encourage the ends of the hair to flip perfectly, it's also a dressy look that easily transitions into everyday, casual wear. The razor gives the hair a light, textured look.

Afro

You can't go wrong with an afro. The afro is chic and stylish, and it presents women with a wide variety of design options. A textured, piece-y afro, parted to the side and pinned back with a large flower, is a sweet, elegant style with an edge.

Basket Weave

If you're looking for something slightly more intricate, consider a basket weave. This style consists of slim single braids, woven tightly on the crown of the head in a crisscross pattern. If the hair is long, the loose hair can be pulled into single braids or, for a unique twist, curled gently into a soft wave.

Updo

Updo with Braids

Nothing is more sophisticated than an elegant updo. A curly updo is even more eye-catching – the curls will cascade wildly, but the overall look is still clean and controlled. Achieve it by following these steps:

1. After washing and drying hair, apply a volumizing mousse. Blow dry with a diffuser, taking care to scrunch the hair upward.
2. Don't use a brush or comb! Use your fingers to rake your hair into place, gathering it in your hands at the nape of your neck.
3. Twist the hair gently upwards toward the scalp, leaving a bundle of curls loose on top. Fasten the twist with bobby pins.
4. If you wish to add a splash of summery, carefree charm to your twist, use a rat comb tail to gently loosen a few curls from the front of your hair. Allow them to fall naturally.

Braids

Low maintenance might just be your mantra for this busy day! Don't let your hair keep you tied up for long. Braid hair styles look very natural and fresh, and they can be worn on every hair length. If you're pinning the braids halfway up, attach a sprig of baby's breath or a small tiara for a feminine touch.

Finding just the right black wedding hair styles for your perfect day takes a bit of planning, but with care it can also lead to the most fabulous look to match this most fabulous day.