35 Easy Hairstyles for Weddings That Are Totally Stunning (2024)

• Sarah Potempa is a celebrity hairstylist whose clients include Camila Cabello, Ana de Armas, and Emily Blunt. She is also the founder of BeachWaver.
• Lee Stafford is an English hairdresser and the creator of his eponymous haircare line, also known as "the pink brand."

Center-Parted Tight Waves

Lizzo's center part adds edge to her tight waves, which are coiled and then lightly brushed through, to add movement. Use a small-barrelled curling iron to replicate the look, and don't forget shine spray.

Textured, Loose Waves

Dua Lipa's 2023 Met Ball look was both chic and sexy, thanks to tons of texture throughout her wavy ends. To get this look, spritz in a texture spray after waving the hair with a medium-barrelled curling iron.

Malt Shop Bob

The great thing about the malt shop bob is that it's so easy to replicate. Make like Margaret Qualley and wear your bob or lob with long, curbed-under ends and a slightly off-centered part.

Blown-Out Lob

A blown-out, feathery lob can take you from night to evening with ease. To get the look, section hair before blowing out with a high-quality dryer. Finish with a round brush and a spritz of shine spray.

Fishtail Crown

A crown braid is ideal for weddings; it's utterly romantic and can dress up any beauty look, especially your everyday makeup. But instead of going the traditional three-plait route, try a fishtail for a trendy, cool-girl vibe instead.

Long Waves with Body

Yara Shahidi's long, loose waves are perfectly complemented by her retro side part with lots of volume. The look is sleek and sexy.

Flipped-Out Ends

Flipped-out ends read as fun and flirty. Go for a half-up, half-down style to get some double-tiered flip action. FYI it pairs perfectly with side-swept bangs—just saying.

Classic Beach Waves

If you're headed to a wedding with a more casual vibe, polished beach waves are the way to go. For curls that will hold from pre-ceremony to post-dance party, Potempa recommends using a 1” Beachwaver curling iron ($149). Her pro tip? "Be sure to always curl your hair away from your face, and allow the curls to cool before touching. For a more glam look, gently brush out the curls," she advises.

High Fashion

Nathalie Emmanuel could have just worn her curly bob loose, but we support her decision to pin it back instead. "The hair behind the ears creates a soft hair look, making it flattering and easy to wear for anyone," comments Stafford.

• Apply Lee Stafford For The Love of Curls Custard Cream ($13) to wet curls.
• To create the two sections, run an end of a comb from behind one ear to another.
• With the top section of hair, scrape back from the forehead to form a small ponytail at the back of the hair.
• Twist the ponytail and place upwards (this will create the hair height at the top), then secure with a claw clip.
• Spritz a leave-in conditioner over the curls to keep them moisturized.

Half-Up Boho Waves

Boho waves are tricky when it comes to special events because they are casual by nature. But by simply tying half of your hair up you go from hippie to hip. For a serious lived-in look, don't skimp on The Doux Mousse Def Texture Foam($15).

Bantu Knots

Embrace your natural hair with a protective style like Bantu knots. This is minimal elegance at its best. Remember: how many knots you decide to go with will depend on hair length, knot size, and personal style. There's no exact formula, so have fun with it.

Chic, Low Bun

A chic low bun is the definition of elegance and ease. "This is a quick and easy hairstyle that also keeps hair off the shoulders at a summer wedding," adds Potempa. The best part? No bobby pins needed.

• Pull hair into a low ponytail.
• Put the ponytail through The Beachwaver Co. The Wrap Up (Note: This product is currently out of stock. For something similar, we recommend Beaute Galleria Magic Hair Bun Maker, $12).
• Roll upwards and pinch both sides into a bun.
• Beach-wave the front pieces.

Braided Updo

If you've already got long cornrows simply wrap them atop your head for the most modish of updos.Secure with bobby pins and a douse of hairspray.

All-Over Curls

When love is in the air, there's nothing more romantic than a head of free-flowing curls to go with it. Just make sure to invest in a quality product for defined coils. Blue eyeshadow is optional, although highly encouraged.

Slicked-Back

Bond girl Olga Kurylenko makes a strong case for trending hairstyles with this slicked-back number. Its straight, sleek style gives off an elegant air that would pair well with a more formal dress code.

Braided Bun

Bubblegum pink hair looks surprisingly sophisticated in this braid-bun hybrid. Opt for Lee Stafford's temporary Kiss of Colour Playful Pink Treatment ($10) for the perfect rosy hue. And when it comes to styling, Stafford offers some advice: "Don’t try on freshly washed hair without any product because it simply will not work and won’t hold in place. A lot of prep work is needed for this style so be patient!"

• Generously spritz sea salt spray all over dry hair, targeting the roots and crown area.
• Using the tail of Lee Stafford's Hair Up Styling Brush ($9), section the hair into five vertical parts by running the end of the brush down the head from top to bottom.
• With each section, separate into two pieces and loosely twist round each other, adding sections of the hair underneath as you are twisting.
• When you have nearly reached the bottom of the section, tie with an invisible, snag-free band. Repeat for the remaining five sections and remember to gently pull bits of your twisted hair out to create that loose look.
• Once all sections are tied in bands, bring them together with your hands and starting from the bottom, roll them up to your neck, and secure them with bobby pins.
• Finish off with a spritz of flexible-hold hairspray.
  

Pearl Topknot

Topknots can range from model-off-duty to red-carpet-ready. This look belongs to the latter thanks to its slicked-back crown and pearl adornments. It's also a humidity-proof hairstyle, making it ideal for those steamy summer weddings.

Sleek, Low Pony

We're taking a cue from the runway to elevate what would normally just be a simple low ponytail.To make it really sleek, apply a small amount of Fekkai Brilliant Gloss Multi-Tasker Perfecting Crème ($24) and tie it with a black velvet piece.

Power Puff

Style your roots and mids with As I Am Smoothing Gel ($12) to achieve a super sleek crown that gives way to a gorgeous burst of volume and texture.

Afro Bun

You can also wear your afro puff high atop your head to really show it off. And even though it's the star of this look, you should still show your baby hairs some love. Shape them using a toothbrush and Aveda Control Paste ($28) for a decorative hairline.

Hair Claw Updo

This is arguably the most simple updo. Just pick a chic-looking clip, like Forever 21's Claw Hair Clip ($4) in Nude, and you'll look put together in less than10 seconds. Regardless of your hair type or texture, this is one foolproof style that anyone can pull off.

Slicked-Back Ponytail

A low ponytail doesn't have to be boring. Case in point: this slicked-back 'do. Pair with a side part like Maya Jama or consult our guide to figure out which parting best complements your face shape.

Half Up With French Braid and Fishtail

While there is no such thing as the perfect summertime style, this one comes pretty close. According to Potempa, this look is great for a more formal summer wedding. "It looks extra special and will keep your hair out of your face in the warm weather," she adds.

• Curl hair with a 1” Beachwaver curling iron. (Pro tip: Curl hair with the ends in the clamp to create a more polished wave).
• Apply Braid Balm ($24) to the sections you’ll be braiding.
• On one side, create a French braid (right over the middle, left over the middle).
• On the other side, create a fishtail braid (small section from the left, pass it under and add it to the right section).
• Pancake the braids to add volume.
• Grab both braids and pin in place in the back.

Crown Braid

A crown braid never fails to impress. Not only will it keep hair up and off of your neck but it will also have you looking like bohemian royalty. Wear it to the nuptials of your hippie-chic friends.

Half-Up, Half-Down Genie

Straight, sleek, and oh-so-shiny, Winnie Harlow's half-up, half-down style seems to be genie-inspired. Apply a shine-inducing product throughout your tresses to get her glossy finish and adorn with a glittery cuff because we could all benefit from more sparkle in our lives.

Wet Chignon

You've seen the wet-look before. You've seen a chignon before. But a wet chignon is perfect for summer functions. Rather than rock the super slick-back, this look opts for an edgier textured finish that you can achieve by using a wide-tooth comb—or even your fingers. According to Stafford, "Those with a strong jawline or a heart-shaped face would suit this look beautifully, however, anyone can wear this style."

• On towel-dried hair, apply a general amount of volumizing mousse onto the roots and scrunch.
• Brush back your hair with a paddle brush to get rid of any knots.
• Take a pea-sized amount of Lee Stafford Messed Up Putty ($10) between your hands and start scraping the hair back from your forehead while gently fluffing with your fingers (This will create a little bit of texture and softness of the hair).
• Once hair is styled back, twist it into a low ponytail and wrap around the base of the pony to create a low bun. Secure with a hair tie or grips.

Headband on Headband

Sometimes a simple accessory (or two) can up your hair game. Take this layered look by hair accessory brand, Lelet, for instance. It pairs a padded headband with a metal one for a style that is unique and eye-catching.

Voluminous Ponytail

Dress up a ponytail by wrapping a braid around your hair tie.Then amp up the volume with a good dose of Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray and whip out the crimper (yes, you read that right) for the ultimate rock-chic tresses.

Pull-Through Braid

This chunky, undone braid is visually—and literally—effortless. "[It's] perfect when attending an outdoor spring/summer wedding because it keeps your hair off of your shoulders. The best part is that you don’t have to be a great braider to easily achieve this look," comments Potempa.

• Curl hair with aBeachwavercurling iron for texture.
• Create a half-up ponytail.
• Create a second ponytail from the top, thensplit it in half, and secure it underneath the original ponytail with a small elastic.
• Continue this pattern all the way down.
• Pancake the braids to create more volume and texture.
• Beach-wave the hair around the hairline and front layers.

Simple Chignon

When in doubt, do a chignon. It's more interesting looking than a tight bun and gives you that easygoing vibe that's still put together.

• Gather hair at the nape of your neck and twist.
• Coil the twisted tail into a bun and secure with bobby pins.
• Use your fingers to pull the bun outward and loosen as desired.
• Finish with hairspray.

Box Braid Ponytail

These blue ombré box braids are lovely and low-maintenance. All that this look entails is simply tying your box braids back into a loose ponytail and packaging with an oversized silk bow.

Double Buns With Hair Pins

These double vertical buns are the perfect mix of classic meets contemporary. Throw some hairpins in the mix to hold everything in place while also adding to the "pin party" aesthetic.

Adorned Afro

Go natural and wear your afro as-is or throw on a gold headband adornment if you're feeling fancy. Work in some Charlotte Mensah Manketti Hair Oil ($55) to keep strands hydrated and a little goes a long way.

Bubble Braid

Give your classic pony a modern makeover with a bubble tail. Depending on the wedding's formality, you can either dress this look up with ribbon like Tessa Thompson or go with elastic ties for a more casual-cool vibe.

French Twist

This gorgeous French twist styled by Kendall Dorsey is textured and timeless. Be sure to spritz it with texturizing spray for that must-have mussy finish.

• Sweep your hair to one side and secure with bobby pins down the back-center of your head.
• Take loose hair and brush toward the opposite side of your head.
• Twist your hair up in the opposite direction that you brushed it.
• Tuck ends into the twist.
• Insert hair pins and spray with hairspray.