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ceremony will take place outside is it likely to be windy or humid? These conditions really affect a hairstyles staying power. Up dos tend to have the most staying power because they can be pinned well and the hair sprayed heavily with hair spray. All down hair isn't necessarily very practical for outdoor weddings.

A HAIRSTYLE TO SUIT YOU

Don't forget to make sure the hairstyle will suit your face shape and hair type. If you have a full face you will probably want to balance it out with some height at the crown of your head. If you have a narrow face it would be complimented by volume at the sides.

Your wedding day is not the best time to try a radically different look. It is best to stick to an elegant extension of your regular look and a style that works with your hair's natural texture. Are you used to wearing your hair up? If so you might find it uncomfortable down. Likewise if you are used to having hair around you, you might feel naked with it all up.

When you try and work against your hairs natural texture the hairstyle is less likely to withstand all the pressures of the day. For example, if your hair is tack straight and you go for a curly style, the curls are likely to droop part way through the day. In reverse straightened hair may begin to kink.

If you have plans to grow your hair for your wedding you need to be realistic about what length it will be by the day, hair grows around an inch or so every two months. If you really want longer hair you'll need to investigate extensions.

REVEALING YOUR FACE

The emotion on your face is something both the camera and your loved ones will be angling to see on your wedding day. Therefore, a hairstyle which allows a clear view of your face is important. Whether you select an up do, leave your hair down or wear it half up/half down make sure it is not hanging in your face.

Remember to look after your hair in the lead up to your wedding; its condition will be a prime factor in achieving a gorgeous wedding day hairstyle. Make sure you select an experienced wedding hair stylist who will be able to offer you good advice and always have a trial run prior to the wedding day to ensure you are happy with the result.

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