58 stunning bridesmaid hairstyles for all of your squad
Bridesmaid hairstyles have gotten a lot cooler. Gone are the identical ‘80s crispy curls and “special occasion” updos and instead, modern bridal parties are leaning into personalised looks that suit each squad member, or modern styles that work cohesively across everyone’s hair.
Predictable cookie-cutter looks are out and individuality is in, which is why, tbh, anything goes, when it comes to both bridal hairstyles and bridesmaid hairstyles.
“Generally speaking, gone are the days where a bride would come up with a look and every bridesmaid would have to have their hair up all uniform, barrel-curled and quite set-looking," confirms celebrity hair stylist, Pete Burkhill, who's responsible for one of our favourite bridesmaid looks recently. He tended to Nicole Richie while she performed Maid of Honour duties for her lil sis, Sofia. "I gelled Nicole's hair into a really hard, snatched bun with a rope detail in the back,” he said.
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Don't get us wrong, we're still here for the classics, but we love a fresh twist or a slick glow-up. “I've been seeing a lot of hair down with more of a luxury bouncy ‘90s blow dry – like a Madison Beers half-up, half-down style with just the top half clipped back,” Pete adds.
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Overall, “individuality is key, with people working with what suits them. And people are also being a lot braver,” says Pete. Take the messy bun. We've seen some gorgeous current renditions that are pared back, less busy, but just as beautiful. The half updo remains a favourite, but cute details, like introducing a neat loveknot (see below) rather than a trad twist can elevate it and add interest.
The updo has made a triumphant return so we're expecting to see a whole bunch of spin-offs of the Pammy updo (made famous by Pamela Anderson in the '90s and now a go-to for Kim K, Jasmine Tookes and a team of A-listers.)
But we're also seeing non-traditional hairstyles make their way into rotation to spice things up. XXL braids, ‘90s spiky buns, dinky baby braids, mermaid ponytails and OTT hair accessories, like statement bows, jumbo scrunchies and stacked-up hair slides are here to keep things interesting and more in-keeping with you’re squad's style and energy outside of their role on the day. And since you've chosen them because you love them, it feels extra special to invite their own aesthetic into your day.
To help get you inspired, we’ve rounded up our favourite bridesmaid hairstyles, from pretty braids to half up half down looks. (Still stuck on the bridesmaid dress? Don’t worry, we’ve got some great ideas for that too.)
Here's some of our favourite bridesmaid hairstyles to get you inspired…
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