7 pre-wedding hair tricks every bride must know

Portia Arthur

October 27, 2016 11:02 AM

Makeup mishap can easily be fixed but a frizzy hair on your wedding day? Be prepared; follow these steps to avoid classic bad-hair day.

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Lets face it, your wedding day is not the day you want to have a bad hair day. Choosing the right dress for the occasion can definitely be hard but sometimes, deciding on a hairstyle can often be even harder.

We have compiled 7 of our favorite tips and tricks to ensure a stress-free, great hair day at your wedding.

Wedding hair options are endless but before you decide, make sure it is competing with your wedding dress.

If your dress is simple, it's safe to go with a more dramatic hairstyle. If your dress is an extravagant ball gown full of sparkly details, maybe consider doing a more subtle yet elegant updo. If your dress has a gorgeous open back design, then a side pony or braid would be ideal.

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If you have your hair colored, permed, or treated, have it done at least one month before your wedding date. The extra time will soften your style a bit, so it looks more natural. Also, should disaster strike, you'll have time to fix it.

Once you've decided on a hairstyle that you like, we can't stress how important it is to do a trial run with your hairstylist! Only when recreating the style in real life do the little "oh no"s come out.

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Don't forget the hair accessories like veil and comb you plan on wearing so you can experiment with them. Take photos of each hairstyle (expect to try out three options) from different angles.

Let the hair stylist know exactly what you want. Speak up and remember to say it politely. When something goes awry on the wedding day, it's usually because the bride was reticent.

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Try to avoid stain-causing foods and drinks, like blueberries, coffee and red wine before your big day.

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Getting a manicure before your wedding day is a must for all brides. What better way to show off your wedding ring to your friends and family than with a perfectly polished manicure.

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Extensions are the perfect way to take your bridal beauty look to the next level. They create thicker, longer lashes that still look natural.

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