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Winter wedding hair inspiration

13 A-list hairstyles to inspire your bridal look

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While your dress will likely dictate your choice of hairstyle on your wedding day, so too can the season. Switching from a beachy, bohemian vibe to ethereal feels perfectly whimsical-winter bride. Accessorise with twinkly tiaras, vintage clips or seasonal blooms, and your hair will look as magical as the memories made.

1

The elaborate up-do

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There may be few other occasions when you can go all-out with a show-stopping hairstyle. Take inspiration from this up-do combining buns, braids and a bow.

2

The chignon

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A chignon is dateless, but keeping it relaxed and subtly textured makes the style look current.

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3

Hollywood hair

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Go flat at the roots and full through the ends for the ultimate old-meets-new Hollywood hairstyle.

4

Jumbo bun

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Make a statement with a supersized bun, positioned just above the nape of your neck.

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5

The rolled up-do

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This soft, rolled up-do is perfect for the ethereal winter bride.

6

Accessorise

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There’s no easier way to make a simple hairstyle wedding-worthy than with a sparkling headband.

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7

Heart-shaped hair

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Love is in the hair? Blake Lively’s heart-shaped, half-up hairstyle is true romance.

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The flowers

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Jennifer Lawrence has made the floral bun the new flower crown. Choose seasonal blooms to match the mood.

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9

Multiple buns

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These low, loose buns are an elegant twist on a classic.

10

Ringlet curls

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On your wedding day, it’s a case of the bigger the better. Curly girls, make Solange your muse.

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11

Bridal blow-dry

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If a wavy blow-dry is your signature style, in winter ensure the texture is glossy (over beachy), and update the style with a hair bridal brooch a la Keira Knightley.

12

The laced plait

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Want to incorporate darker colours into a winter wedding? Try black lace in the hair, woven around a roll, securing a braid – or both.

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13

Modern day Hepburn

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Got a fringe? Channel your inner Audrey with an elegant French twist.

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