Peculiarities
Floral arranging in a wedding hairstyle is an excellent opportunity to create a complete look, so you should approach its choice very carefully. The buds in your hair simply have to echo the bouquet in your hands and create the final touch for a thematic image. Although flowers, especially fresh ones, are more capricious than jewelry or ribbons, they look much more luxurious.
Hair color
For brunettes, brown-haired women, and redheads, light, pastel shades are perfect, emphasizing the copper or chocolate shine of the hair. If you want to use bright colors with this color of curls, then choose no more than 2-3 pure shades, otherwise the image will turn out to be too chaotic. The exception is monochrome, in which all the colors of the rainbow flash like little stars. This multicolored look looks best in a field wreath on a green background.
As for blondes, they should not choose too light shades that get lost in their hair - the hairstyle will be too modest for a festive occasion. Pastel blue, mint, pink or bright rich tones are perfect for golden or ashy strands.
Important! Hair structure also matters. The thicker the hair, the better small buds will look in it. Thin hair, on the contrary, loves large, noticeable, textured flowers.
Plant species
A variety of flowers are used for wedding hairstyles. Roses, orchids, lilies, and alstroemerias (miniature lilies) are considered classics. But modern fashion does not follow standards and restrictions, so you can often see very bold and unexpected options in the hair of brides, for example, giant single daisies or small sunflowers.
Three main rules of hair stylists remain in the trends of recent years:
- Wildflowers fit perfectly into wreaths;
- Large peonies or gerberas look great as a single bright accent behind the ear or on an updo;
- Miniature branches wonderfully complement a messy bun or Greek hairstyle.
Artificial or live?
Which flowers are better to use for wedding styling – artificial or real? It is quite difficult to answer this question unequivocally, because each option has its own pros and cons.
Artificial flowers:
- They definitely won’t wilt during the evening;
- presented in a variety of shades and types, including those that cannot be found in nature;
- cheaper.
Imitations are made from polymer clay, fabric, felt, and plastic. High-quality artificial flowers are practically indistinguishable from natural ones, and they have no aroma. This will be a plus if you don’t want flowers to overpower your favorite perfume.
If you prefer everything natural, then even skillful silk buds will seem imperfect. In this case, you should pay attention to living buds - fresh, tender and so romantic.
But fresh flowers have their disadvantages:
- pollen and odor that can cause allergies;
- rapid fading;
- fragility.
Both options will fit equally well into a wedding hairstyle, so it’s better to choose according to your own feelings.
How to fix flowers in your hair
Real and artificial flowers are attached with various devices such as hairpins, bobby pins and wire.
How to attach fresh flowers
Fresh flowers are secured in the hair using ordinary bobby pins and hairpins. The invisible ones cling to the stem of the flower and then attach it to the hair. It’s more difficult with hairpins; they are threaded inside the flower and secured like regular hairpins.
How to attach artificial flowers
Artificial flowers are already usually sold with attachments for mounting. Most often these are banal invisible ones and hairpins, and so you can see flowers on the comb.
Styling options with photos
There are hundreds of variations of wedding hairstyles, and each one has a place for charming floral decor.
Loose curls
Despite its apparent simplicity, the styling looks incredibly feminine, romantic and at the same time sexy, and therefore it will never go out of fashion.
Slightly curled hair, lying loosely on the shoulders, looks great with a wreath , and it can be not only a delicate, gracefully intertwined headband with miniature buds, but also a real work of art with dried flowers, large flowers, and spruce branches.
To ensure that the floral splendor stays in place better, the buds are attached to hoops, elastic bands, and hairpins, but it is also possible to use invisible ones.
Idea! A single flower on loose hair will also be a wonderful accent. You can attach it to a comb, a hair clip or a comb, or simply put it behind your ear.
Another interesting option is threads woven into the hair with small buds peeking out from under the strands.
High
High hairstyles are possible with any length of hair - curls, braids, smooth strands raised up with the help of braiding, bobby pins and hairspray turn the bride into a real ball queen.
Flowers for this look are the best solution , much fresher and more innocent than beads and rhinestones, although if you really want to, then nothing prevents you from combining them.
A great idea is buds on hairpins or combs. They will securely fix the styling, which is especially important for long curls that are too heavy and unruly.
An elegant option is a mesh, decorated with one large flower or a scattering of small ones.
An ordinary shell decorated with flowers on the back looks interesting. The image turns out elegant, romantic and very gentle.
Weaves running along the head - a basket, a zigzag, a flower - also lend themselves to a small floral addition. But in this case, it is important not to overdo it with the amount of decor, otherwise the hairstyle will turn out to be too chaotic and overloaded.
Bun
An elegant, romantic bun can be high or low, perfectly smooth or femininely careless. But in any case, this arrangement is wonderfully complemented by flowers, and the composition looks great from above, below, and even from the side.
You can decorate a headband or tiara with delicate buds, attach them to a hairpin or comb, and fix them in your hair without additional decorations using ordinary bobby pins. If you are going to use large buds, then try to have no more than three of them, because a bunch, even a loose one, is too elegant for an abundance of details.
The branches of very small inflorescences look very elegant - gypsophila, mimosa, lilies of the valley. It is better to attach them at the bottom of the bun - this way the styling will turn out absolutely charming.
Asymmetry
Hair tied to one side immediately adds sophisticated elegance to the bride's appearance. It can be either a loose, slightly curled wave or an asymmetrical braid.
Floral decor will perfectly decorate any party. On a smooth surface it will add a bright accent, and in this case it is better to attach a single large decoration higher. On the volumetric one - romance and playfulness.
A more complex option is not straight, but twisting lines, for example, a French braid that turns into a spiral at the back of the head. It is permissible to add a small scattering of buds both along the weaving line and separately, closer to the face. In this case, you need to choose the stems as long as possible so that you have room for maneuver. This look looks very gentle and luxurious at the same time.
Braids
Lush wide braids with complex weaves, especially those made on long hair, seem to be specially created for floral decoration. Usually lush, large buds, for example, roses or peonies, are placed at the back, skillfully woven into the smooth surface of the hair. If the length allows, then you can create a real flower meadow, but even single accessories will enliven the image.
Idea! For smooth braids, use flat inflorescences - orchids, gerberas, or textured, clear lines of calla lilies or lilies.
And the Greek braid, which is woven from slightly disheveled curls, looks great with exotic bright flowers or small inflorescences - irises, amaryllis, alstroemeria, freesia.
Let’s not forget about wreaths, which fit seamlessly into a simple braid and natural look at a rustic or Provençal wedding, as well as into a Greek one, creating the look of a real Aphrodite.
A ceremony in the traditional Russian style also favors a time-tested combination - a thick braid thrown over the shoulder and a multi-colored, lush wreath.
Decorate your hair with hand made flowers
Nowadays, handmade flowers are very popular. Besides fabric, there are many other raw materials that can form the basis of a beautiful piece of jewelry.
To add some zest to your winter hairstyle, felted flowers are perfect. If the dress is light, then you can combine felted elements with natural silk and chiffon so that the flower turns out delicate and light, but at the same time corresponds to the time of year. It is best to decorate high complex hairstyles with such accessories, and attach flowers to the sides.
Recently, for fashionistas, not a single beach season can do without polymer clay jewelry. They are made both elegant and voluminous. The material is very light and fragile, so it looks most harmonious on the beach in the hot summer.
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Flowers are attached to hoops, automatic clips and crocodile clips. They don’t look good in complex hairstyles and braids, so it’s best to leave your hair either loose or pin it up in a regular ponytail.
For a brilliant evening hairstyle, artificial flowers with the addition of rhinestones, or made entirely of them, will be indispensable. If it is one flower, then it should be no larger than five centimeters and attached either to a metal spring hoop or to a hairpin with a good lock. The hairstyle should be as complex and pompous as possible.
If you choose individual small flowers from stones, it is best to attach them to studs. Such jewelry looks great in bulk in updos, or in chic Dutch or fishtail braids.
Separately, it is worth noting the floral decorations made of beads. They are universal at any time of the year, but they are quite difficult to fit into any hairstyle. One large flower is most likely to be lost, given the characteristics of the material, so it is better to use inflorescences that can be attached to the side, for example, in the Greek version of braiding.
With a veil
The most traditional option, which adds a hundred points of chaste femininity, is a wreath on top of a long flowing veil. Such a bride will seem like a porcelain figurine, especially if the dress is chosen in the same touching theme.
No one forbids separating two accessories; it is better to put your hair in a bun or another high hairstyle, pin the veil lower, and choose a wreath on the headband.
Advice! Remember harmony. The more luxurious and multi-layered your veil is, the more decor it has, the more modest your hairstyle should be, including the shade and type of buds.
High hairstyles with a veil are well complemented by a scattering of small inflorescences. You can also decorate the place where the veil is attached, and this can be either a bright accent - for example, a luxurious tiger lily, or an elegant decoration associated with the accessory - a flat white orchid or several small bush roses on a lace insert.
For a color wedding - red, gold or blue, use a monochrome of a veil and flowers of the same shade, but it is better to space them out, separating them with your hair. For example, a floral headband can separate bangs , and a bright veil can be lowered from under a high hairstyle. Accessories should not conflict with each other, drawing attention.
With fresh flowers
Real flowers are more capricious, but also much more beautiful than artificial ones. If you have firmly decided to add such an element to your wedding hairstyle, then you should remember a few points.
In particular, natural flowers are very short-lived, so if you decide to use them, we strongly advise you to contact a specialist who has experience in using this type of decoration.
A professional will definitely treat the delicate petals with a special freezing solution, which will prolong the freshness of the plant, and will also place the cut in a special capsule with water. Naturally, you need to make sure that additional devices are not visible - for this you can use beads, ribbons, lace or just a curl of hair.
If you decide to do the installation yourself, then you need to cut the stem strictly at an angle. Wrap the cut with cotton wool soaked in a solution of aspirin and sugar, and then carefully seal it. This must be done as close to the ceremony as possible, since the flower will not have enough of this modest nutrition for a long time.
Advice! An alternative is plant species that are resistant to the vicissitudes of fate - succulents, carnations, chrysanthemums.
If you use natural lilies or other strong-smelling flowers in your hair, be sure to treat them with a special solution to remove the smell. Even if you don't usually get headaches from strong aromas, a strong-smelling flower placed on your face all day can cause discomfort.
Another problem that you may encounter when using fresh flowers is pollen, which can stain your hair, dress, or delicate lace jewelry. To avoid the problem, use closed buds, remove the stamens, or treat the floristry with a special solution. Even ordinary liquid varnish will do - most importantly, without a strong odor.
Hairstyles with flowers - photo
Sometimes one flower can make a woman more irresistible than the whole composition. In addition, there is a risk of making your hair look like a flower bed. It is also worth considering your character and the image you are creating. Bright, large flowers will suit extravagant girls. Delicate shades of flowers will help make the look fresh and light.
A hairstyle with flowers must be in harmony with your clothes. If you wear a red dress, then there should be a bright flower in your hair. And, conversely, only pastel shades of colors go well with an airy dress of delicate colors.
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For different lengths
You can use flower arrangements or individual buds for any length, hair thickness and structure.
For long hair
Brides with long locks can choose from a whole palette of luxurious options. Flowers look great with loose hair, and it doesn’t matter whether the strands are perfectly straightened with an iron or slightly curled - a wreath, a scattering of small buds or a large flower will in any case enliven the image.
To keep your hair out of the way and out of your eyes, you can lightly gather it up with bobby pins and spray it with hairspray, or secure it on both sides with flower hairpins.
Headbands with a scattering of buds look interesting. Usually artificial petals are used for such an accessory, but if you have a good craftsman, you can try to implement the idea with natural ones.
Hairstyles in the Greek style look very romantic on long hair - a careless bun with loose strands, a Greek braid, curls pulled up. A flower arrangement will complement the look.
A braid or high ponytail can be wrapped with ribbons to which small buds are attached. A wreath, a tiara decorated with flowers, or combs will also fit perfectly into the styling.
Average
The medium length is most convenient for both high hairstyles or braids, and for creating volume on loose hair.
The curls, freely falling to the shoulders, seem to be asking for a net with small buds, a separate flower behind the ear, ribbons decorated with buds.
Any wreaths on this arrangement are acceptable - either very large ones made from peonies, roses, chrysanthemums - in this case, of course, the dress should be lush or lace, as well as modest, cute ones, made from unpretentious wildflowers for a more delicate, natural style.
Idea! Decorated weaving around the head also looks good - a basket or zigzag is perfectly complemented by small buds of the required color.
The length is enough for a bun, a shell, a voluminous braid on the side. It is best to decorate the natural weaving lines with small inflorescences - this is how the hairstyle looks the most harmonious. But bright asymmetrical accents on the side opposite to the weaving will add some zest.
Short
Comfortable short haircuts can be perfectly transformed into a truly royal hairstyle. The easiest way is light, textured curls, natural or with the effect of wet hair. You can use any buds to decorate this arrangement, but very large versions should be presented in one copy, otherwise the picture will be too chaotic.
For a very short length, asymmetrical wreaths with a cascade or a much more convenient headband are suitable.
If you have bangs, be sure to separate them with a scattering of flowers from the general mass of hair - this will create a magical accent and make the image more harmonious. In this case, straight bangs must be straightened to a mirror shine, and asymmetrical bangs, in case of curling the rest of the hair, should be styled in a beautiful wave.
A good option for short hair would be a bun or a shell - such a simple shape is perfectly complemented by one large flower on the side.
If you have manageable thin hair and your hairstyle is smooth, then you should choose the elegant, strict outlines of orchid buds, lilies, and gerberas. If your hair is unruly or you specifically want to give it extra volume by curling or backcombing, then a great option is lush buds of peonies, chrysanthemums, and asters.
Features of attaching fresh flowers to hair
It would seem that it could be simpler, pick a flower and insert it into your hair, but in reality everything turns out to be more complicated. Firstly, many fresh flowers wither very quickly, and secondly, the flowers need to really be secured, because even a flower simply inserted behind the ear will fall out after a couple of head movements.
What kind of fresh flowers do not wither in your hair for a long time?
One of the most popular flowers for attaching to hair is, of course, rose, but it is not considered long-lived in terms of fading, although it cannot be said that it fades quickly either.
The most persistent!
Alstroemerias, freesias and orchids can stand for a long time without water. These flowers are most often used for hairstyles.
Alstroemeria or "Lily of the Incas". Some varieties of this flower actually look like a lily.
The color range of beautiful freesias is so great that it’s hard to resist them.
Orchids are perfect for those who don’t like lilies, but want to look feminine and want a large flower in their hair.
How to extend the life of a flower in a hairstyle
When preparing a flower for a hairstyle, professional florists solder and tape the flowers. The photo below shows a prepared flower for a hairstyle from professional florist Svetlana Chernyavskaya
It is quite difficult to repeat this process at home and it is better to order flowers from a professional for this purpose. But if you want, you can try and first you need to understand how it’s done.
First, the flower needs to be watered. To do this, cut it and place the stem in water for several hours. The fresh cut is then covered with a cotton swab and covered with green tape. Hairdressers recommend additionally scattering regular varnish over the flower at a distance. Store the finished flower in the refrigerator.
If you don’t have tape on hand, you can use a paraffin candle. To do this, the flower stem is dipped in melted paraffin and dried.
Video How to Tape Flowers
In the video below you can see how to prepare a flower for a hairstyle and how to attach a hairpin to it. The video is in English, but if you watch carefully, you can completely understand everything.
Stylists' recommendations
- Be sure to choose floral decor taking into account the theme of the wedding and your image , and every detail is important - bouquet, styling, dress;
- When using bright colors, do not add more than 3 pure colors. Combine them with each other in equal proportions or create a monochrome background that occupies most of the composition;
- When calculating how many flowers you will need, it is better to order more. Buds, even artificial ones, are fragile, and it is better if you have something to replace an accidentally damaged element;
- If you want to see real buds in your styling, then contact a specialist who will definitely be able to process the decoration and secure it so that it lasts as long as possible;
- If you plan to use a lot of flowers in the decoration of your celebration, then try to find a tandem of two masters - a decorator and a stylist , who will agree on what types and shades of flowers will be present at your wedding.
Advice! Brides with blonde hair should not choose pure white options.
Add a little color even to a pastel look. Brunettes, brown-haired women and redheads look great with hairstyles where flowers match the dress.
