Wedding Hair Bliss {in Beverly Hills}
January 31st, 2012 by
Taya
At this point in my planning I have been attempting to lock down a photographer, DJ/band, and florist. After a lot of time and effort focusing on those things I decided to take a well-deserved break. And what better way to reward yourself than going to the salon. My dear friend, Ashley, is also my hairstylist of 5 years and the artistic director at Kenworthy Salon. When I came in to Kenworthy to get my color done recently, she and I were just chatting about wedding hairstyles and thought it would be fun to start playing with my hair to get some ideas. (She too is getting married this year!)
- The best way to prep for your bridal hair trail is to have your hair shampooed and dried the day before your appt. This makes your hair more manageable to mold into your desired style.
- Be sure to bring pictures of your favorite looks and accessories, so this way you have a better idea of how your hair will look the day of.
- Also another great idea is to bring a camera and have your stylist take a picture of your favorite look. Be sure to start your hair and makeup trails at least 4 months before your wedding, to alleviate stress and to make sure your favorite stylist is available for your big day!!
HOLLYWOOD GLAM
THE UP-DO
THE MESSY BUN
DOWN AND WAVY
My favorite part about this whole experience is that there was no pressure… kind of like when I found my dress! I was relaxed, had no expectations, and most of all I had fun! Ashley and I are going to do one more hair trial in a few months, but I think I already have a favorite out of this bunch…. do you? I’d love to hear your feedback!
Have you had your hair trial yet? Do you have any extra tips you’d like to share?
Oh, and if you live in southern California and you’re looking for a phenomenal hairstylist for your bridal hair, I think you know who’s at the top of my list of recommendations ;)
January 31, 2012 at 11:10 am, Marie Marotta said:
Another tip is to make sure to take a picture of your hair and makeup in the type of setting where you will be married. If if is outside, take a pic outside at that time of day to see about the lighting. If it is in a ballroom, try to get a pic in that ballroom with the right lighting. It will make it easier to picture how you will actually look that day!
January 31, 2012 at 11:18 am, shana said:
omg i love the very first one in the default photo!! the side ponytail on the shoulder with the rosettes – BANANAS!! amazing work ashley, and of course, your model is GORG!! xo
January 31, 2012 at 12:07 pm, Keri said:
Just stunning! My faves are down and wavy and hollywood glam. So perfect! Thanks for the tips. Great idea to wear a white tube top to simulate a strapless wedding dress…
January 31, 2012 at 7:12 pm, cathy thomas said:
To have such beautiful hair is one thing~ to have a stylist with such stunning talent is another!!! Ashley is a natural! Her passion and creativity are a gift. My faves are the updo and the glam !!!
Ashley~ I always knew you were this good~ I love that I can see your masterpieces!!! I miss you!! xoxo
Taya~ you will be a beautiful beautiful bride!
January 31, 2012 at 11:30 pm, chatti said:
love this taya. i can’t wait to get my hair all fancy! must pick out the dress first. very exciting!
February 01, 2012 at 7:40 pm, Taya said:
THANK YOU all for commenting! I had such an amazing time with this post. Ashley is truly a talented hair stylist and to know that so many people are impressed with the work she did on my hair makes me thrilled…. and lucky to have her in my life! I love your tips and feedback!!!!!
Writing for this blog is just too much fun! ;-)
February 02, 2012 at 11:28 am, Brianne said:
I LOVE the updo!
February 02, 2012 at 12:59 pm, Allison Silber said:
you look gorgeous! I think I like the top look the best! Definitely a fan of the hair-down look. (unless it is really windy there. it was SO windy at my wedding and I swear, before the ceremony my hair looked like a wreck!)