Curly Short Wedding Hairstyles

Side-swept fringe is a romantic wedding day look.

Short hair can still look glamorous on your wedding day. Opt for soft waves or romantic curls or add special headpieces to extremely short hair. Consider hair extensions if you want long hair on your wedding day, or try hair pieces to help create more volume for tousled updos. Short-haired brides can also experiment with bedazzled hair accessories.

Soft Waves

Use rag rollers to create soft waves reminiscent of old Hollywood glamour. This style works especially well on those who have naturally wavy hair. Blow dry the hair smooth until only slightly damp, using a paddle brush if necessary. Wind the damp hair into small sections around strips of fabric or other soft cloth material. Knot rags at your scalp to secure. Allow hair to set overnight if possible for optimal results, or sit under a hood dryer if you have less time to prepare your hair. Jumbo rollers can be used in place of rag rollers. Remove the rollers and spray your hair with a light mist of hair spray to keep it in place. Add jeweled barrettes if desired.

Romantic Curls

As a short-haired bride, you can still have romantic curls on your wedding day. Even hair that is cut boy-short can have spirals and tendrils by using faux hair pieces. With your real hair or hair pieces, blow dry the hair smooth with a paddle brush first, as this will help the curls look more defined and sleek. Use a medium-barrel curling iron to create 1 to 1.5-inch curls all over your head. Set with hairspray after the creation of each curl to prevent the curls from falling before the hairstyle is completed. Pin back bangs (or would-be bangs if you have none) and secure with jeweled bobby pins. Push this hair toward your face with your fingers to create a bump. Tease hair beforehand if necessary for added lift. Add other hair decorations as desired.

Short Hair With Headpiece

Brides with very short hair that is tapered at the sides can still look elegant on their wedding day. First, add a texturizing spray to towel-dried hair and blow dry. Use your fingers to lift the hair from the root, paying special attentionto the crown. Use some light hair wax to define a wide side part. Use a floral headpiece/headband to accentuate this type of hairstyle. Place the headpiece above the forehead but just below the crown so enough hair is parted in the front to compliment the back. Adjust the headpiece back slightly if necessary instead of forward toward the forehead.

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