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I made another trip up north this past weekend for my bridal shower (post forthcoming – waiting for pics!) and jam packed the weekend with various other vendor appointments, including a meeting with our caterer (we have a menu!) and my hair trial.
The salon was booked later in the afternoon, so I snatched up their 9AM appointment in hopes I would be done and back for my bridal shower brunch at 10:30. The timing worked perfectly, and I think the hair worked out pretty good as well :).
We also tested it out with my veil and earrings.
I think we are going to go a little wider with the smooth piece on the right (it looks a little off here because she was done and I was playing with it more as an afterthought).
The good news – it survived all day without a serious amount of hairspray. By the end of the night (around 11ish) it was still mostly intact. And I definitely didn’t baby it – I was on the lake, in the boat, took a nap, and drove around in my mom’s Wrangler for a while. And it still took about 20 minutes to get all the bobby pins out!
What do you think? Was your first hair trial a success?
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It looks great, and I LOVE your dress!! Where did you get it?
You’re gorgeous too BTW 
I can’t see your whole wedding day ensemble!
Looks great!!
Er, I have had 3 hair trials and have not loved any of them. 2 of the 3 were quickies by the guy who cuts my hair. Then I had one last weekend at my salon/venue. It was better, but not quite right.
Oddly enough I am really not picky when it comes to my hair. I think the problem I’m having is that FI prefers my hair half up or down. The dress I picked is vneck with a deep vback and I really need to wear my hair up to show it off!
The hair is beautiful! Love it!
I love the shape on you - the front looks great - but I’m not sure about the style of the curls. It just looks a bit messy - but then again, it is a trial, so maybe the final version will be tidier. Again, I do think it’s a great style for you and would be perfect with some tweaking, it’s just there’s something that seems a bit off.
@Erindesmar:
I’m sure your FI will think you look beautiful with your hair up, and I agree that it will look best up with your dress. I think the main thing is to keep your hair in a similar ’style’ to your normal look, however you have it. For example, from your pic you look like you have very straight hair, with quite a classic look - so I’d say go for a classic up-do, with your hair still straight - just a simple bun would be lovely.
I had a similar problem - I tried a very casual, beachy up-do with curls and a silk flower (think Mrs Sea Breeze), but it wasn’t ‘me’ at all. I changed to a very simple, straight-haired up-do, with a vintage hair comb, and felt so much more myself - even though I have it down every other day.
I always say that a good up-do should look like you’ve just gathered up your hair and pinned it up yourself … but better!
Gosh, that was a long post - I’m very opinionated today aren’t I?!
Yes! It’s a great style, and “durability” is always a good thing. 
I love it! It combines classy with young and fun really well.
I love it Miss Gloss! It came out great. I hope my first hair trial goes well, I have no clue if I should do up or down or a mix!
It looks great! and I can’t believe it held up so well, mine would have been a hot mess by that point..
I think that looks really great. Enough curliness to keep it light and fun, but still formal! Perfect. Love the clip at the back!
I love the look–it’s elegant and romantic. Looking good, Miss Gloss!
I had one hair trial, and luckily it ended up working the way I wanted. However, on the day of the wedding, my hairstylist actually did it and then redid it, because I didn’t like how she did the part. Luckily, she’s a good friend, so I was able to be honest with her and she was willing to bend over backwards for me.
Egads! It’s the hair style I’ve been scouring the internet for! I love you so much right now. It looks fantastic.
I think playing with wider in the front could look very nice, I think it would bring around a bit of the back’s soft, romantic look.
Thanks Ladies!
@MrsSl82be: JCrew of course
@lou: I think part of it might be because she did it a little to one side instead of centered (which I will have her do for the wedding).
You are so freakin’ pretty! and your hair looks great too
i didn’t get a trial, but communicated with my hair stylist via email, exchanging photos and seeking advice. i’m lucky i picked a simple style and it turned out great.
it’s a very pretty look for you
i think it is a great style for you, but i think you should just make sure that the back is neater for the day of the wedding. I am a hairstylist myself so I know how it should look ( I feel bad for the stylist who has to do my hair…haha.) also, make sure your stylist hides your bobby pins better…good luck.
@bridezilla21: Any suggestions on how to say that constructively to my stylist? She already said she would hide the bobbi-pins better (without any comments from me) so I’m assuming the non-trial will be more finished?
You look beautiful my dear! Love the hair. And the dress. And your pretty face!
I love the hair and I’m glad it held up so long. Now you know it will survive all you throw at it on the big day!
I think you look beautiful, Gloss!!
My trial updo was different than my actual day-of hair. My stylist was very clear at the trial that my day-of hair would look more finished with much more hair spray and product. She delivered on her promise - I loved my wedding updo!
Your hair looks gorgeous! I’m so glad you are happy with it
SO pretty! I especially like the way it looks in the side angle!
what a cutie! I love that color blue on you. and the hair looks great. Like Miss Lab, I love the side view!
oh Miss Gloss, it’s sooooo pretty! Mind if I use your pictures for inspiration?
I love the style! It’s so elegant, but it also wouldn’t look bad if a hair or two came out of place over the course of the evening (that’s a must in a style for me)!
Like other commenters have said - I adore your dress! That color blue is absolutely stunning on you.
I LOVE everything. The hair, the makeup. ALL of it. You’re glowing!
So, the title is “Round One” - does that mean there is a Round Two to come?
i went for one and HATED it! but ur hair came out awesome i love and am considering it for my own wedding! i just bought a hair piece and have to wait till september to get it so once its here im going to go to my fav hair dresser and hopefulyl he’ll work his magic!
[...] I have something old - a vintage broach turned hair clip. [...]
It looks wonderful on you!
My first trial was a success too, I think the stylist was surprised that I didn’t want to change anything!
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Mrs. Gloss, Boston/Maine
Age and Occupation: 24, Designer/soon-to-be Architect
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, Systems Engineer
Engagement Date: May 23, 2008
Wedding Date: August 2009
Venue: SS Katahdin/Lakeside Tent
About Me: I don't like nickels or the skin that forms on pudding when it's in the fridge for too long. I couldn't live without Pantone markers, fountain soda (3/4 diet, ¼ regular Coke), run-on sentences, or ridiculously oversized sunglasses. I will try to DIY almost anything and am just OCD enough to make most of it work. I am truly excited about having all my family and friends together, becoming Mrs. Gloss, and having amazing photos to prove it!
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