Wedding Hair Planning Timeline: What Bethesda Brides Should Do 6 Months, 3 Months & 1 Week Before the Big Day
Planning your wedding hairstyle is something that can take time, and the longer you have the better! After all, finding the perfect style is just step one, as the hair might need to grow out in order to accommodate your chosen style, and finding the best stylist to help you achieve the look is another important part of the process.
Let us start out by saying congratulations! Your big day deserves a great look, so we have a few important milestones when it comes to planning your hairstyle. The trends for bridal hair in Bethesda vary greatly, so it is important that you pick whatever suits you personally, regardless of what other people might think or say. With that being said, let’s get started.
Your Wedding Hair Timeline
So in order to help you achieve the perfect look for your big day, we have created a wedding timeline so that you can get the best results when it comes to your bridal hair. Enjoy!
6 Months Before the Wedding
We recommend that you start by researching different hairstyles as soon as possible, in order to set yourself up for success. Browse bridal magazines, Pinterest, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and bridal blogs in order to find a lot of good inspiration.
It can be a good idea to narrow down the hairstyles at first, for instance by choosing whether to wair your hair up or down, curled or straight, or decide whether you want accessories such as veils, tiaras or perhaps flowers incorporated into the hairstyle.
And as you are looking for inspiration, also consider the dress style, overall wedding theme and the season for your wedding. These factors can play a big role in your choice, as some hairstyles might be unsuited for the warm weather, or clash with the dress due to different styles.
At this point it is also a good idea to find a good wedding stylist, where you can schedule an appointment to discuss your options or perhaps even book a trial styling session. If you do not already have a specific salon in mind, search for wedding stylist MD or bridal hair Bethesda online, in order to get some options.
3 Months Before the Wedding
Be considering whether your hair needs some extra care. For instance, if it feels dry or damaged you should schedule a deep conditioning or a keratin treatment in order to ensure a healthy and good condition for the actual hairstyle.
Ideally you should also have chosen the wedding day hairstylist by this point, and made sure to book a time well in advance to avoid any last minute scheduling issues.
Now is also a great idea to try out the wedding hairstyle at this point in time, as you will be left with enough time to make any necessary changes, and if you have a few different style in mind, experimenting here makes a lot of sense.
Once you have gotten your new hairstyle, you should also try on the veil, tiara or any other hair accessories if you are incorporating these, to make sure everything works well together.
1 Week Before the Wedding
One week or so before the wedding is the optimal time to get your actual hairstyle done, as it will look more natural on your big day as opposed to having the hairstyle done the day before. You will also have a few days to make any last-minute adjustments or trims if necessary with this approach.
It is recommended to wash your hair 1-2 days before your wedding day, rather than on the day of, as the helps you maintain the hairstyle a bit better, and also keeps your hair from looking too shiny or fluffy. We hope this guide has been helpful, and that you will have an amazing wedding. Congratulations!
Looking for expert hands to bring your bridal hair vision to life? MStudio Bethesda is here for you every step of the way—whether you’re prepping six months out or need that perfect final touch the week before. Visit us at 4807 St. Elmo Avenue, Second Floor, Bethesda, MD 20814. Email michael@mnmhair.com or call (301) 703-9327 to schedule your personalized bridal hair consultation. Let’s make your wedding hair unforgettable.