Weddingbee Blog

I think my “bridal styling” will be among the last few things I choose, simply because when it comes to my looks, I change my mind a lot. I’ve been thinking for the past few weeks that I’d want to get temporary extensions—my stylist says he can dye them to match my hair exactly—and have them styled into relaxed curls/waves, like these:

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I already look SO much like Gisele; this is perfect. *snort*

I figured maybe I’d just pull the top back, like this:

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…And/or maybe wear a headband, like one of these:

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I figured long, loose hair would keep things simple, since my dress has a lot going on. Plus, I like how I look with long hair, and it would cover up what I consider my very manly trapezius muscles.

But then again, keeping it simple has its drawbacks. A jeweled headband and long waves would probably not allow me to wear a necklace like this:

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The $900 price tags might also keep me from wearing those particular pieces—the first is by Kristin Morris and the second is Ranjana Khan—but man, I sure do love a statement necklace.

But then again (again), there are so many gorgeous hair pieces that also would really only work with an updo and would probably need to be paired with a very simple necklace. Check out these, both by La Boheme:

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Sigh. Everyone keeps telling me that since my dress is so detailed, I need to go simple with the accessories. Simple, simple, simple. But you know what? First of all, this is my wedding—if I’m going to go overboard, isn’t this the perfect opportunity? Second, my dress has NO bling. I’ve just started watching Say Yes to the Dress, and those dresses be CRAZY. Most girls pick out gowns with beading, crystals, pearls, applique…my dress just has some hand pleating and a ribbon belt. Come on now. I can have some bling in the accessories, no? NO?!

Did anyone else have trouble reining it in? I mean, there are just so many gorgeous options out there! It’s frigging impossible!