How to choose?
Mothers of brides with medium-length hair should be especially careful when choosing a hairstyle for themselves, since a wedding is a celebration where hair can become disheveled due to weather conditions or even damaged due to a headdress.
In order to avoid awkward incidents and look dazzling all day long, you should choose your hairstyle as carefully as possible.
Medium length hair, of course, looks very flattering if it is beautifully curled. However, this kind of styling is impractical, especially considering that you have to work with such curls from morning to evening. Beautiful curls should be chosen only if there is an opportunity to touch them up or curl them during the day.
Curls, beautifully arranged in a bun or, for example, in a flower, are always in fashion. These hairstyles are sure to last all day. In addition, such styling is perfect for women over 40.
Middle-aged ladies can pay attention to hairstyles with high backcombing.
Recently, many mothers of brides have been choosing braided hairstyles. They look especially good on ombre hair.
Experts say that there are no special restrictions or boundaries in choosing a hairstyle for the mother of the bride. The main thing is that the styling looks laconic, matches the entire look and does not add extra years.
With the help of some styling, you can, on the contrary, hide your age and emphasize your neck and shoulders.
The main thing when choosing a hairstyle is to seek help from a specialist who will not only take into account all the client’s wishes, but will also select a hairstyle that will favorably complement the wedding image and emphasize all the advantages.
For long hair
Mother of the bride with long hair is encouraged to experiment with wedding hairstyles. So, a good idea would be to make a French “Shell”. This styling is easily done with long hair, because “Shell” provides a high backcomb in the crown area, which requires long, thick strands. Also, many people prefer Greek hairstyle. It suits mothers with a full or round face and visually makes it smaller.
Popular wedding hairstyles
By and large, there are no special or strict recommendations for creating hairstyles and styling for mothers of newlyweds, as such. They can be similar to the bride’s own hairstyles or selected as an addition to the mother’s image.
Hairstyles for mothers of the bride and groom can be selected together and be the same, or be chosen depending on the image and individual characteristics of the appearance of each woman.
In general, there are still several tips that you can use when creating a beautiful image.
All the super complex, multi-level designs using tons of styling products or additional hairpieces to add extra volume are long gone.
The disadvantage of such styles is not only the significant time investment during their creation, but also the discomfort for the owner of the hairstyle.
A wedding celebration is a joyful, active event for both the newlyweds and their parents. Lots of competitions, dancing... is it convenient for mothers to participate in them when all the thoughts in their heads are aimed at worrying about their image?
Will the hairstyle fall apart, how strong is the hold of the hairpiece itself, will it fall off during the next dance, becoming the main curiosity at the wedding?) All these worries are completely unnecessary during such an important event.
In the current season, the most simple and light styles are relevant, which can emphasize elegance, add solemnity to mothers and at the same time do not force them to think about their fixation or the reliability of the structure as a whole.
If the mother of the bride or groom really loves high hairstyles, of course, you can do them, but with a minimum amount of styling products and ease of execution. A beautiful hairstyle doesn't have to be complicated.
Regardless of the chosen hairstyle, remember that it should not be complemented by a lot of accessories, hairpins, etc. As mentioned earlier, the lighter and simpler the styling, the more beautiful, elegant and better, both for the image as a whole and for the owner of the festive hairstyle.
If your hair length allows, you can do without accessories at all; such hairstyles will look especially elegant, unobtrusive and beautiful.
All the variety of complex weaves, updos, bouffants, braids - it’s best to leave all this to the choice of hairstyles for the bride herself, for her such a choice will be more appropriate and will look as solemn and elegant as possible, but even here, as they say, it’s not for everyone.
The elegant age of mothers is most accurately emphasized and complemented by simple, basic styling.
This choice in favor of simplicity will make your face look fresher and younger. In the event that the bride has a simple hairstyle or curls, and the mothers have some complex designs on their heads with a ton of accessories, rhinestones, flowers - you must agree, it will look at least strange or completely ridiculous.
Shell
The collected hair at the back of the head is twisted into an elegant curl in the shape of a shell, and a high backcomb is done on the top of the head, and this is how this cute hairstyle is obtained. It is usually decorated with beautiful bobby pins and small hairpins.
Advice! Perfectly suits women with full and round faces, visually reducing it.
The hairstyle is very appropriate for the mother of the bride or groom, because it is specially designed for special occasions such as weddings. Ladies look elegant and feminine with it.
You can add some zest to your look by letting loose and slightly curled strands near your face.
Bun
An ageless classic, suitable for absolutely all women and girls of all ages. It is very beautiful when the hair is collected low and carelessly; this is achieved with the help of slightly twisted curls, which are collected in a bun.
Strands made into a tight, smooth knot also look stylish and impressive.
In general, hair can be collected in any way you like: high, low, careless, and perfectly smooth. Naturally, these options can be combined with each other. Small flower buds, elegant hairpins, hairpins, bobby pins and clips are used as accessories.
Curls
The simplest and at the same time elegant type of hairstyle is slightly curled curls. And although many may think that she would not be suitable for her daughter or son’s wedding, this is far from the case. After all, fashion trends tell us that there should be more naturalness in a woman’s look, and this applies not only to clothes, but also to hairstyles.
You can add some zest with a small tail at the back of the head, this option is called “Malvinka”. It is also a good idea to put your curled hair in a bun, as mentioned above, in a high ponytail, or dilute it with a backcomb.
Cold waves
“Cold wave” appeared back in the 40s, so it is considered to be a retro style. This look is great for newlywed mothers with hair below shoulder length.
Fish tail
If you like all kinds of braids and weaves, and the thickness and length allow it, then this option is just for you. The fishtail looks very interesting; you can decorate it with various rhinestones and beads.
Stylish styling
We suggest this hairstyle for short-haired women. If your hair is healthy and well-groomed, then any stylish hairstyle will definitely become your adornment. Hair can either be curled or straightened with an iron.
You can also use a beautiful hairpin to secure several strands. We would advise you not to leave long hair loose; it is better to pin it back (partially).
It is known that the “correct” hairstyle can rejuvenate a woman or add years to her. But there are universal haircuts that unify age: bob, for example. There is an opinion that classics visually return a woman of any age to 30 years old. As for the “boyish” haircut, it makes almost all its owners look younger.
Low bun
For those who have long or medium length hair, a classic low bun will suit you. We're not talking about the practicality of this hairstyle: it can stay fresh throughout the holiday.
Just don’t need to pull your hair tight so as not to look like a primary school teacher and add a few extra years to yourself.
To prevent the bun from seeming boring, decorate it with a curl or several wonderful curls. The main thing is that the styling matches your face type.
Half down hair
The option for medium length and long hair will always be a win-win option. But first comb them, giving them more volume. Then pull the top part of your hair back and spray it with hairspray. Curl the lower hair with tongs or curlers.
As a rule, such hairstyles are preferred by Hollywood celebrities, which means that these hairstyles always remain relevant and elegant.
French shell
A tastefully twisted shell framed by several curls will please any woman. And it doesn’t matter at all whether your shell is smooth or has a top of curls. Nowadays, slight negligence is considered fashionable. It will give charm and uniqueness to a woman of any age.
Curly bun
Simply tie your hair into a perfect curly bun and accessorize it. This hairstyle is best suited for women with medium-length hair. The advantage of this style is that it can be created on any hair: thin, straight or curly.
With weaving elements
You can replace the French shell with a spectacular hairstyle with crossed strands and braiding. Please note that styling should not be done tightly, this will only age the owner of the hairstyle. Show off your natural beauty, don't rush into a complicated hairstyle.
Variations of wedding hairstyle
As we have already said, the main classic wedding hairstyles for mothers of the bride and groom are curls or a bun. Now we will take a closer look at these styling.
- Curls. The most versatile hairstyle model. Can be done on both short and long hair. We invite you to pay attention to the half-loose curls hairstyle. To do this, all the hair is wound on a curling iron or curlers, and then the upper part is collected at the back of the head and fixed either with invisible hairpins or decorative accessories. Many women want to add volume to their hair, for this you can do a small backcomb on the top of the head. You can gather part of your hair into a beautiful braid and let the remaining curls out. This styling looks very gentle and natural. You can simply curl your hair and decorate your head with a small accessory, or not decorate it at all - minimalism has always been in fashion.
- Bun. In order to put your hair in a bun, you need to be at least slightly below shoulder length. If you can boast about the length of your hair, then this part of the article is for you. You can tie your hair in a classic low bun. Just be careful - don’t pull your hair too tight, make your hair voluminous. To make the hairstyle look festive, you can decorate the bun with several curls, braiding or accessories. This will make you look fresh and young. If this hairstyle doesn’t suit your face type or you simply don’t like it, then we offer you a classic option – the French shell. The hair is gathered at the back of the head into a beautiful curl and secured with bobby pins or decorated with hairpins. Several curls on the side of the face are often let out in order to create the effect of slight negligence, which is now in trend. Another option is a curly bun. Just curl your hair, put it in a bun at the back of your head and that's it. Can be decorated with accessories. The advantage of this hairstyle is its versatility: it can be done on naturally curly hair, as well as on thin and thin hair - thanks to this styling you create additional volume on the hair.
Big variety
Let's look at the current hairstyle options that are most often chosen by mothers of brides.
- High styling. As a rule, such hairstyles emphasize the status of women and their elegance. Updos are best done on medium-length hair. We definitely recommend paying attention to the famous “Shell” hairstyle. High hairstyles with backcombing are often complemented with small decorative hairpins or hoops.
- Hairstyles in the Greek style, which themselves suit the wedding theme, look no less advantageous This kind of hairstyle looks very good with flowing dresses, which are often chosen by mothers of brides. Greek styling can be done in a variety of variations. Here you can find combined backcombs with braids, and just braids with buns.
A personal hairdresser will certainly help you develop an individual and ideal option.
Often, mothers of brides choose luxurious side styles. Such hairstyles can emphasize a sophisticated image and even “throw off” a couple of years.
A variety of buns are also very popular. With both straight and curly hair. There is nothing superfluous in such hairstyles; they do not overload the image, but, on the contrary, favorably emphasize the chosen style.
Before the wedding, it is advisable to do a trial hairstyle to be sure of your look for the holiday.
In addition, it is recommended to put your hair in order a few weeks before the event: trim the ends, make several nourishing masks and basic hair care.
We can say that the hairstyle for the mother of the bride can be chosen in a variety of ways. The main thing is not to forget that the hairstyle should be perfectly combined not only with the dress, but also with accessories, as well as makeup.
In addition, when choosing the right hairstyle, the specialist must take into account the proportions of the face.
Classic hairstyle - bun
The bun fits perfectly into the image of the mother of the bride, emphasizing her elegance. In addition, it is securely fixed on the head, so a woman will be able to relax and not worry about the integrity of her hairstyle when participating in competitions. Let's look at the types of buns for the holiday, as well as brief instructions on how to create them.
Short
A low bun is attached at the back of the head using hairpins, hairpins, and clips. It is better to choose beautiful hair accessories for this style so that the hairstyles for the mother of the bride look solemn.
To make a low bun yourself, use these instructions:
Expert advice
For mothers of brides with medium length hair, it is best to choose classic hairstyles with a minimum of accessories. Particularly popular are shells, buns and backcombed hairstyles, which emphasize the status of the mother at the wedding.
To visually increase height, it is best to choose high hairstyles.
If there are significant wrinkles on the neck, and you really want to weave a side braid, then it is best to move it or hide it, otherwise, if it is on the side, attention will be focused specifically on the neck, which in this case is undesirable.
When choosing hairstyles with curls, it is best to give preference to larger curls, since small ones can sometimes look too pretentious.
If the mother of the bride has bangs, then they can be beautifully laid to one side or combed back, decorating them with a small accessory.
Choosing loose curls or a low bun as a hairstyle, you can choose a small wedding hat in the spirit of English royal weddings as an accessory. Many experts are sure that when it comes to a hairstyle for an adult lady, it is not necessary to follow all the new and popular trends; it is enough to choose a styling option that will be comfortable, practical and, of course, beautiful.
Hairstyle options for loose hair
Well-groomed, loose locks will look chic at any age. But for the wedding, you need to carefully think through every detail of the image, including the hairstyle. Therefore, simply letting your hair down is not enough. Check out several hairstyles for mother of the bride with loose hair:
Hollywood styling
Many celebrities prefer to curl their hair in large curls. Therefore, voluminous curls acquired a second name - “Hollywood styling.” To make it, you need large-diameter curlers (about 4 cm) or a curling iron with a wide attachment. Wind the strands one by one on a curling iron and spray your hair with hairspray. If you use curlers, then you need to wrap the strands on them and go to bed like that. In the morning, remove the curlers, comb your hair, and remove the curls.
Curls pulled back
Curls pulled back are a trendy hairstyle that would suit the mother of the bride. You can either comb your curled hair back or put it in a bun or ponytail. To secure your curls, use beautiful accessories: clips, hairpins, hairpins. Decorative flowers are also suitable. But don’t overdo it with decorating your hair, because the main virtue is modesty.
TECHNIQUES FOR PERFORMING POPULAR HAIRSTYLES
With curls everything is simple and clear. They can be curled with curlers, using a curling iron or iron, and then, if desired, collected a little with hairpins.
All kinds of buns are also easy hairstyles to perform. They can be done without even turning to a hairdresser for help. To create a classic low bun, you need to gather your hair in a low ponytail, lower the elastic a little, divide the hair between the elastic and the back of your head into two parts, and then thread the collected curls several times into the space between the back of your head and the tail itself.
High buns can be created using special foam “donuts” or other devices. The main thing in this matter is to practice in advance so that on the wedding day everything turns out easy and simple.
Remember that the mother of the bride or groom should under no circumstances look more elegant than the bride. Your hairstyles can be approximately the same style or have similar accessories, but should not be identical in any case.
So be sure to discuss this issue with your daughter or daughter-in-law, because if the girl decided that she will have only light curls on her head, and you have a high hairstyle with a tiara, then you will look, at a minimum, out of place.
A correctly chosen hairstyle will help show all your advantages and hide facial imperfections. Remember that you need to choose it based not only on your preferences, but also on your face shape, color type, your overall complexion, outfit, makeup, wedding theme and even jewelry.
Absolutely all aspects should be taken into account so that you look not only festive, but also young and fresh. We hope that our article helped you in this difficult issue.
Video: how to do an evening hairstyle with your own hands
The French “Shell” is considered a classic hairstyle for special occasions and appeals to mothers. But how to make it yourself? Watch the video master class and you can easily create a French “Shell”:
Choosing a hairstyle for the mother of the bride is not easy, but a well-chosen styling makes a woman attractive, making her look irresistible in all wedding photos and videos. It’s worth working hard on choosing a hairstyle, then you yourself will catch admiring glances all evening!
Do you know other hairstyles that would suit the mother of the bride? Share your ideas in the comments!
Accessories for the hairstyle of the mother of the bride or groom
- Diadem. You need to be extremely careful with such an accessory. Ask the bride if she plans to use the same one. Remember that the bride should attract the main attention at the wedding, while the mother should look simple, attractive and well-groomed. Also be careful - the tiara should be selected very carefully, do not choose large jewelry - a thin soft tiara is the best option. In a complex and high hairstyle, a tiara surrounds a knot or bun, and if there are curls on the head, then with the help of a tiara you can collect them a little at the back of the head and decorate them with such a stylish accessory.
- Headband. In essence, the accessory is similar to a headband, only more practical and comfortable to wear - it will also fit well on high hairstyles such as a bun or Greek knot, or even on unusual variations of a ponytail or braid. Moreover, with the help of a headband you can make a complex lampion or effectively wrap your curls in it, set the shape and direction of a loose cascade of hair, or simply decoratively delimit your bangs.
- Flowers. The trend of the last few wedding seasons is naturalness and naturalness. Be on trend - decorate your head with fresh flowers. They will suit almost every hairstyle, you just have to choose the right flowers. Flowers woven into a braid or a scattering of small delicate flowers on half-open curls will look especially beautiful. Do not forget that the flowers should be pre-treated with wax, otherwise after a few hours of celebration there will be no trace left of the original beauty.
Important! Remember that the mother of the bride or groom should under no circumstances look more elegant than the bride.
Your hairstyles can be approximately the same style or have similar accessories, but should not be identical in any case. So be sure to discuss this issue with your daughter or daughter-in-law, because if the girl decided that she will have only light curls on her head, and you have a high hairstyle with a tiara, then you will look, at a minimum, out of place.
Hairstyles with braided elements
Original braiding patterns in hairstyles are widely used to create a formal look. Unusual braids will rejuvenate the mother of the bride and make her face more lively. What hairstyles with braided elements should be done for a wedding?
- The “Snail” braid exposes the woman’s shoulders and neck, and attracts the eyes of the guests of the holiday. This type of braid is also called “Italian”, because this type of braiding was invented in Italy. The hairstyle should not be made too tight; on the contrary, the strands should be freely located in the braid.
- The fishtail braid is a favorite among evening braided hairstyles. There is an opinion that this braid is not suitable for special occasions, but this is not so. By decorating your hair with exquisite decorative elements, you will be irresistible!
- A flower braid is a braid that takes up the entire head. The braid begins with a side parting and ends at the back of the head. The braid must be wrapped around itself several times and secured at the back of the head.
Braided hairstyles are among the most original hairstyles and are perfect for the mother of the bride.
Greek style
For a Greek-style hairstyle, you will need a headband on which the strands will be wound. Choose a light-colored headband decorated with beads and rhinestones. Then the hairstyle in the Greek style will look solemn. Let's look at how to create this setup:
- Comb your hair, dividing it into a straight parting. Put on a headband.
- Separate one strand from both temples and tuck them behind the headband.
- Next, separate small strands from the left and right sides of your head and twist them behind the headband.
- When you reach the back of your head, braid the remaining hair. Tuck it into the headband.
This hairstyle will be appreciated not only by the family of the bride’s mother, but also by the guests of the event.
The importance of proper coloring
By choosing a modern hairstyle, you are already halfway to looking younger than your age. Proper coloring will help refresh your face even without makeup. The easiest way is to paint in one tone. This method will allow you to cover gray hair and lighten previously uncolored curls by 1-2 shades.
Blonding and complex coloring such as ombre, balayage and others should be carried out in the hands of a good master. It is important to understand that a burning brunette will not turn into Goldilocks, so you should not make radical changes. Remember the following points:
- The ash-white shade is not suitable for everyone and can add several years of age, but it looks impressive on some girls.
- There should be no sharp transitions from one color to another.
- To get the closest result to the desired one, show the master the picture rather than verbally describe it.
Short haircuts: who suits them, which one to choose and how to care for them
Why short haircuts are so popular among older women is still a mystery to us, because they don’t suit everyone. This hairstyle speaks about the state of mind; it emphasizes the light nature of its owner and the balanced features of her face. These haircuts are recommended for girls with thin curls, but here you can choose between shoulder-length styles and really short locks.
Having decided to make radical changes, it is important to choose the right haircut, because the cost of a mistake is very high. You definitely shouldn’t do the hairstyles from 5-10-20 years ago that our mothers, aunts and grandmothers wear: feathers, asymmetrical haircuts and light chemicals. Choose a short bob or pixie, but remember that they require careful care:
- Style your curls every day.
- Get your hair cut at least every 1.5-2 months.
- Use light balms that do not weigh down your strands.
- Use dry shampoo for extra volume.
For inspiration, we recommend turning to foreign beauty bloggers. Even without knowledge of English, it is clear which haircuts are relevant and how to create an effective hairstyle.
