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The most beautiful bridal hair accessories
From delicate veils to modern alternatives, see the best bridal finishers of the new season
A bride's decision on what to wear on her big day doesn't just stop at finding the perfect dress – now, there's so much more room for adding your personal style when it comes to tying the knot. Slip into a wedding suit for a chic city setting, or switch your fairytale gown for a wedding reception dress once the speeches are done. Swap spindly stilettos for a pair of flat bridal shoes to ensure maximum fun on the dance floor, or complete your look with a striking bag.
But perhaps the easiest way to add a little extra drama to a wedding look is a via your hair. Whether you're a minimalist bride-to-be or favour all-out extravagance, there's a hair accessory out there to suit your style agenda, be it a sparkling slide, pearly headband or fairytale bow.
The best bridal hair accessories will do more than simply hold your hairstyle in place – they'll light up your entire ensemble. Found your dream slip dress? Complement the minimal lines with a pearl-encrusted headband. Opting for a lace gown? A delicate veil is your perfect match. Or, if you're simply looking for something to make your evening party outfit complete, consider a crystal hairclip guaranteed to make a statement.
Here, see our edit of the very best wedding hair accessories to dream about now.
The best bridal hair accessories to wear this year
Hair bows have become a modern bridal mainstay, offering a contemporary take on femininity that works with any style of bridal gown. Jennifer Behr's pearl-encrusted style is a classic choice, and will work especially well with delicate silver jewellery. Use it to enhance a high, voluminous pony.
Industry multi-hyphenate Florence Tétier crafts striking, contemporary hair pieces from up-cycled materials. Perfect for the unconventional bride, this hair pin features a sculpted mother-of-pearl flower that can be tucked into a chignon or half-up hairstyle.
A modern piece with a vintage tint, Clio Peppiat's satin headband is delicately detailed with tiny pearls and glinting beads. Wear it to complete a long, tousled hairstyle.
With trailing ribbons and glinting silver crystals, Simone Rocha's dramatic bow is a piece made for the fashion bride.
Made from recycled gold and studded with pearls and crystals, Completedworks' hair slide will frame your face without stealing focus.
An elevated silk scrunchie is the simplest way to style your hair on your big day, whether you're holding a sleek bun in place or simply looking to sweep your lengths back once you hit the dancefloor.
Lelet NY's delicate gold-plated flowers are perfect for pinning into a tousled updo.
Simone Rocha's pearly hair clips are a modern classic. Wear one as a subtle finisher, or layer them up for more of a statement.
Prada's white headband will bring extra drama to a sharp and short wedding dress. Complete a cool city wedding look with chunky platforms or pointed flats.
Jennifer Behr knows a good hair accessory – this silk headband is perfect for dancing the night away in, while simultaneously keeping any flyaways out of your face.
Milliner Maison Michel crafts bridal accessories that might just steal the focus from the rest of your look. This headband is covered in hand-formed tulle roses.
Lelet NY's hair bow is handmade from hammered silk satin, so it glistens in the light; ideal for chic bachelorette parties or modern brides wanting something a little different to the traditional veil.
