Long flowing locks look relaxed and romantic, but if you’re having a sophisticated wedding, you need a more polished approach. Enter the elegant updo: from low-slung chignons and classic buns to topknots and braided twists, this season’s look is all about glamour. And nowhere is it more evident than in Hollywood. Take your cue from these A-list celebrities and style your tresses to impress (enlist a professional’s help for best results). Condition is everything: start prepping your hair six months in advance with regular cuts and conditioning treatments. Avoid any colour changes close to the big day – chances are you’ll regret it. When it comes to washing your hair, remember that day-old hair works best for updos. Ask your stylist which hairspray you should use for touch-ups on the actual day – it shouldn’t dull your hard-earned shine or cause flaking (imagine your close-ups…!). Accessories such as headbands and sparkly clips are fabulous for smartly swept-up hair. And the most important finishing touch: a pair of show-stopping earrings!
Sleek and sophisticated, Diane Kruger, Taylor Swift and Julianne Hough get it right!
Waves soften a smart look, as Louise Roe, Keira Knightly and Eva Longoria know.
A French twist is hard to resist – just ask Nicole Richie, Scarlett Johansson and Naomi Watts.
Worn high or low, buns add instant grace to starlets such as Natalie Portman, Angelina Jolie and Emma Stone.
Braids give classy up-styles a boho edge. Follow Sienna Miller, Jessica Alba and Diana Agron to get the look right.
Wear a side-swept chignon and feel like a modern-day princess, à la Nicole Kidman, Kate Beckinsale and Jennifer Lawrence.
