Hairstyles for brides 1.0

A braid is a patterned structure resulting from 3 or more strands of intertwined material. Braids can be formed from any flexible material, but are commonly created from wire, textile fibers or human hair. Hair braids date back to the Egyptians in 4000 B.C., who took pride in braiding hair as an ancient art form. Today, braids are used to create popular hairstyles, particularly for formal occasions like parties and weddings. While the traditional 3-strand braid is the foundation for many braided wedding hairstyles, additional braiding techniques are growing in popularity. Use these tips to learn how to braid your hair for weddings.

And here is how to do some of them:

Master a Bohemian Braid
Consider a Bohemian braid, often called a Boho braid, as your wedding hairstyle. A Bohemian braid is a small braid with only a small portion of hair. The Boho braid typically starts at 1 side of your head and angles across your forehead to just behind your ear. It is an ideal wedding hairstyle because it is feminine and hides potentially greasy roots throughout your wedding day. It is also a versatile hairstyle because it enables you to wear the unbraided portion of your hair either up or down.

Create a Bohemian braid:
Part your hair along 1 side of your head, preferably where the hairline naturally parts.
Divide the hair into 2 sections along the part, with 1 section near the front of the forehead and the other section right behind the front section.
Twist the 2 sections, so the back section is now in front.
Add more hair from the hairline to the front section, angling the braid along the side of the face.
Twist the 2 sections again.
Add more hair from the hairline along the forehead and twist again.
Continue adding hair and twisting until the braid reaches your ear.
Secure the braid with a rubber band or small hair elastic just behind the ear.
Use bobby pins to secure any loose hairs behind the ear.
Style the remainder of your hair as desired. The Bohemian braid can be worn with hair left down in either curly or straight styles. It also is attractive paired with a loose updo, such as a bun.

Create a Side Braid
Try a side braid as your wedding hairstyle. A side braid is best for long hair. A side braid can be created as ponytail with a braid or as braid along the side of your head. The side braid can be styled to look sleek and sophisticated or carefree and whimsical, depending on your personal preference.
Create a side braid with a ponytail.
Gather the hair into a ponytail at the nape of your neck, and secure with an elastic along 1 side of your neck.
Separate the hair into 3 sections and braid them together by slipping 1 section between the other 2 sections in a traditional braid pattern.
Secure the end of the braid with a small hair elastic or rubber band.
Create a side braid without a ponytail.
Gather your hair along the side of your neck.
Separate the hair into 3 sections and braid them together by slipping 1 section between the other 2 sections in a traditional braid pattern.
Secure the end of the braid with a small hair elastic or rubber band.
Style as desired.
Keep hair in a tight braid for a sleek look. Mist the entire style with hair spray to keep hair in place and prevent flyaways.
Pull small strands of hair from the braid for a more carefree look. Focus on pulling strands along your forehead and ears to create a face-framing hairstyle. Using a curling iron, curl the loose strands to give texture to your style.