As wedding season looms, we’re continuing on from our recentBridalHair Inspiration blog to bring you the best Guest Styling Guide.
Finding the perfect hairstyle that strikes the right balanceof chic and comfortable can be tricky. Luckily, with Foxy Locks Remy hairextensions, tools, and products on hand, creating the perfect look has neverbeen easier.
Ensuring your look is appropriate for the celebration isparamount. Consider the theme and venue, weather forecast, and time of day whenplanning your outfit, makeup and hairstyle. An evening celebration may call fora more formal, glamorous approach, whilst a casual outdoor ceremony may demand morepracticalities.
Your look should complement the overall vibe of the event, especiallyif a dress code has been specified! Remember to keep the focus on the happycouple, opting for tasteful, understated choices. That being said, it is stillimportant to feel comfortable and confident, expressing your personal style.
We’ve compiled some of our favourite hairstyles for weddingguests, suitable for anything from a black-tie ball to a rustic barn party.
Effortless Waves
For this hairstyle, start on cleandry hair. Use a heat protectant product to avoid damage.
1.Divide your hair into manageable sections. Work fromthe bottom upwards for ease.
2.Heat up a medium to thick barrel curling wand,you want to create loose waves rather than tight ringlets.
3.Take a section of hair about an inch wide,wrapping around the wand away from the face. Hold for a few seconds beforereleasing, pulling the curl downwards.
4.Repeat this step on your first section,alternating the direction of the curls for a natural, lived-in texture.
5.Spritz the first section with a light-holdhairspray, before starting on the next.
6.Once all sections are curled, run your fingers ora wide-tooth comb to loosen the curls and create soft waves.
7.Finish with more hair spray to hold the look inplace, flipping your head upside down for exaggerated volume.
Romantic Half-Up Half-Down
Begin this look by brushingout your locks fully, removing any tangles or knots.
1.Part your hair down the middle and section offthe top half of your hair. As a guide, you can use your thumbs to circle fromyour temples to the back of your head, meeting in the middle.
2.Secure a high ponytail on either side of thepart. This doesn’t have to be perfect, just to hold the hair out of the way.
3.Check that your partings are neat and straight, downthe centre of your head, and from ear to ear. Correct these if you need to,using a tail comb.
4.Secure the bottom half of your hair into aponytail, just to hold out of the way.
5.Undo one ponytail and brush out the hair. Splitthe hair into two, and apply a tiny amount of gel to your fingertips for grip.
6.Begin twisting the two sections together,working your way down the entire length. Secure at the ends with a clearelastic.
7.Repeat steps 5 and 6 on the other side of yourhead, resulting in two twisted braids either side of a centre parting.
8.With the two twisted braids, gather them at theback of the head and twist them around each other to fashion a small bun.Secure in place with grips or another clear elastic.
9.Undo the ponytail from the bottom half of yourhead. Your finished look should be a half-up half-down twisted bun.
Polished Low Bun
For this look, you may want to add a few drops of hairoil or smoothing serum for shine.
1.Begin by brushing your hair back and gatheringit into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck.
2.Secure the ponytail with a hair elastic,ensuring it sits tightly against your head.
3.Twist the ponytail tightly, wrapping it aroundthe base to form a bun.
4.Secure the bun with grips, tucking in any strayhairs as you go.
5.Smooth down any flyaways with a small amount ofhairspray for a polished finish.
6.Add a decorative bowaccessory, floral hair pin or fascinator to elevate the look.
Sleek Side Part
Start on freshly washed, slightly damp hair. Disperse asmall amount of mousse throughout your locks for maximum hold.
1.Use a pin tail comb to create a precise deepside parting.
2.Blow dry your locks in a downward motion, usinga nozzle attachment and brush to guide the hair and tame frizz.
3.If your hair is naturally textured or you justwish to create a super sleek look, follow up by straightening your locks.
4.Tuck the side with less hair behind your ear fora elegant touch.
5.Finish the look with a spritz of to keep hair looking glossy.
Hair extensions can be incorporated into all of these styles,allowing you the flexibility of extra length and thickness. If you need helpapplying your Remy clip in extensions, checkout this post!
