Formal Hairstyles
Formal hairstyles are those which make you feel and look great when attending a wedding, prom, homecoming or any event in which your hair needs to be looking at its very best.
For weddings an up-do is always very popular for those with long hair, sweeping the hair away from the face and piling it onto the top or back of the head. It is best not to pull back all the hair but leave wispy bangs, gentle curls or ringlets; otherwise the hair can have a harsh appearance.
A French plait looks very elegant and suits those who have either medium or long hair. A French plait also affords the opportunity to add delicate jewels or flowers to the hair without detracting from the hairstyle and leaving the face open and fresh.
Long or medium length hair can also look stunning with just the sides pulled up and away from the face, cascades of curls falling onto the shoulders and down the back look very gentle and feminine. For weddings this type of style works beautifully with tiaras and veils.
For a prom you will need a hairstyle which gets you noticed and makes the very best of your facial features. If the hair is usually worn up in a pony-tail then a hairstyle which has the hair left free will look different. No matter which hairstyle is chosen it is imperative that the hair is looking healthy and shiny. This will not happen overnight, a healthy diet and excellent cut, if only a trim of the ends, needs to be maintained prior to the event.
Many formal events are also spoilt because people have not planned and tried out the hairstyle before the event. If you are going to manage your own style then lots of practice will be needed to ensure that you are confident at achieving a perfect hairstyle on the day without becoming stressed or frustrated. Hair salons need to be booked well in advance and it is advisable to have a trial run a few weeks prior to the event. A professional hairdresser will give plenty of constructive advice and guidance as to which styles will suit both your face shape and hair type.
For those with short hair the ideal formal hairstyle is to make sure there is some height at the crown of the hair. The hair can be tucked behind the ears to expose the face and looks great when a flower or jeweled slide is placed in the hair above one ear, equally with hair tucked behind an ear the use of long dangling earrings will add the illusion of length to the face.
A beautiful bob in any length looks sleek and elegant. The ultimate bob will leave the hair with a radiant shine; this can be achieved by using products to protect the hair and use straightening irons to give a silky smooth, glass like finish.
The key factor with any formal hairstyle is that it feels comfortable and gives you the confidence to walk into the event your head held high!