From OMGhairstyles: Summer Wedding Hair
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OMGhairstyles is an on-going sponsor to the Velvet Kittens of Le Cabaret Burlesque. Owner and stylist Bittney Powell has some wedding hair tips for the summer bride.
Summer time weddings may seem picture-perfect, but the weather can do a number on your mane. Here are a few hairstyle tips to get stunning strands for your warm-weather wedding.
Updos
Style: Whether sleek for an elegant look or slightly disheveled for a more rustic style, updos are a perfect way to get chic summer hair. Knots, bun, and twists of all shapes and sizes have made their way to the altar.
Get the look: Comb your hair with a wide-tooth comb and prep your hair with a volumizing mousse to tame flyaways. Blow-dry hair on a low heat setting or let air dry. Once it’s completely dry, curl your strands with hot rollers or use a curling iron and set with Velcro curlers. Leave the rollers in until your hair is cool, which will help retain the curl. Remove the curlers and slightly tease the base of each wave for added volume. Once you’re finished, apply a thin layer of hair serum to your hands and gently tousle. Sweep your tresses back into a low bun, twist, or knot. Don’t worry about getting it perfect — the slightly messy look will exaggerate the soft summer time style.
Down ‘Dos
Style: From long, ethereal waves to glam pin curls, soft, flowing hair provides an instant laid-back look to any warm-weather wedding.
Get the look: Work in a curl enhancer from roots to ends and scrunch. Let your strands air dry and tousle, or blow-dry on the lowest setting with a diffuser to reduce frizz. Set your strands in hot rollers for a more structured, glamorous look, or use a large-barrel curling iron and wrap strands around the outside of the iron for an unruly/beachy style. Spritz with a light finishing spray for hold and shine and finish by adding a little pomade to your fingertips and working it into your roots. Spice it up by adding braids or twists for extra depth.
Highlights
Style: Sun-kissed highlights are the look for summer time tresses. Not only do natural highlights add intensity, they also photograph nicely.
Get the look: Opt for a variety of color levels, which add movement and demension. Brunettes should never go lighter than what the sun would naturally do to their hair. For blondes, the key is depth; add various tones of lowlights for soft color. For a natural, less-structured look that blends with your roots and color, ask your stylist to try a technique called baliage, hand painting highlights and lowlights without foil.
Taming Flyaways
Style: You want shiny, silky smooth hair but humid weather can leave your strands frizzy and out-of-control, while drier climates can create split ends and straw-like locks. Keep your surroundings in mind when choosing your wedding hairstyle.
Get the look: If your hair tends to get frizzy, consider an updo that’s loose around the hairline and nape of your neck, which will conceal any frizz. For hair worn down in drier areas, condition your hair with a mask the night before and apply a curl enhancer and SPF to keep your locks looking refreshed and hydrated. Have pomade and finishing spray on hand throughout the day for touch-ups.
OMGhairstyles specializes in color, cuts and fusion extensions. OMGhairstyles is located at 8308 Preston Road (RM 239), Plano TX 75024. Schedule an appointment or consultation with OMG by calling 972.692.7421. For more information, visit the OMG website here.