3 September 2024

Wedding Hair Extensions 101: Everything You Need to Know Before Saying “I Do”

Whether you're dreaming of perfect hair for your wedding day or simply want to achieve a bridal hairstyle that's only possible with extra length and volume, hair extensions may be your answer. Gone are the days of straggly strips of the early noughties (Paris Hilton, we’re looking at you!). Nowadays hair extensions can be expertly blended and colour-matched for a natural, subtle style that looks like your own hair, only better.

Which Hair Extension Methods Are Best For Brides?

Each hair extension method has its pros and cons, especially when it comes to your wedding day. Here is a quick breakdown:

1. Clip in hair extensions are a great option if you only want extensions for the big day and don’t want to commit to permanent extension methods. Clip-in extensions are also ideal for updos and adding extra volume and length to achieve a fuller bun or ponytail.

2. Tape hair extensions are also very popular with brides because they can have peace of mind that their hair will look and stay in perfect condition from the wedding through to the honeymoon. Tapes are re-usable, with refits needed every 6-8 weeks.

3. Bonded hair extensions are best suited for brides who want their hair looking perfect from their hen do all the way through a long honeymoon without the need for maintenance appointments. They’re the longest-lasting option for those who don’t like salon visits but are not reusable.

Things to consider

How Long Before The Wedding Should A Bride Get Extensions Fitted?

We suggest getting the hair extensions fitted two weeks before the wedding. We offer complimentary adjustments to your extensions during this time, allowing the bride to wash the extensions, plan the desired bridal look with their stylist, and get the feel of having extensions so you know exactly what to expect before the special day.

Styling Hair Extensions For Your Wedding

Our unique application technique allows brides to switch between low and high ponytails with zero visibility of the attachment points or create a half-up half-down do. However, it’s worth considering your desired style before opting for a specific hair extension method. Tapes would be the best option for fuller up-dos and down-dos, while bonds will look seamless in sleek down-dos.

If the bride would like extensions fitted for her hen, most tape extensions can be re-fitted and worn multiple times so the bride can have the hair extensions from her hen all the way through to her honeymoon. If the tape extensions are fitted for the hen do, the bride will just need a re-tape before the wedding. We recommend another re-tape before the honeymoon to keep your extensions perfect throughout the holiday.

Booking A Complimentary Wedding Hair Extensions Consultation

If you have your heart set on getting hair extensions for your wedding day, we recommend booking a consultation so that you can see our extensive hair collection. We will help you decide which methods suit your needs best and personalise our approach so that you can achieve the best results on your special day.

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Louie Bridges
Louie Bridges is a front-end web developer and content writer specialising in hair extensions & colour with four years of experience. He is the founder of Visible Websites, a digital marketing agency that helps to expand brands' online presence and make websites, well... more visible!
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