Hot hair accessories for 2012

Boho bands

Boho bands

If you're giving your day a rustic theme, you can carry it through to your styling. We love the trend for face-framing bands, which look amazing worn with undone waves. Start with a centre parting, and use curling tongs or straighteners to create curls. Use your fingers to loosen them into waves, and spritz with sea salt spray to add texture. Top with a pretty band that sits on your forehead for a modern but romantic look.

Minna Bridal
Long, Waves
Floral fabulous

Floral fabulous

City brides will love oversized accessories that transform pretty floral details into high-fashion must-haves. Start with a smooth, sleek updo, and make sure it's firmly held in place with shine-enhancing hairspray. Then add your accessory, positioning it just above your ear for perfect poise.

Amanda Wyatt
Long, Updo
Vintage impact

Vintage impact

If you've chosen an antique-look dress, go retro with your hair too. Ask your hairstylist to crate a '20s-inspired, loose-curl style. Finish with shine spray and a sparkling headband. Look for bands with detailing that continues around the sides; they'll look great in your photographs!

Sassi Holford
Curls, Mid-length
Simple shimmer

Simple shimmer

If your dress has lots of intricate detailing, go for a simple hairstyle and finish with a statement hair clip. To get the look, use tongs to create curls from your ears down. Loosen them gently with your fingers, then smooth with serum. Pull back a small section of hair to fix the clip into securely, then complete with hairspray.

Claire Pettibone
Long, Waves

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