I love to see how other women have effectively used hair accessories for a lovely bridal or special occasion look. Here are a few more really lovely pics to share:
The one question I get asked the most - hands down - is what I would suggest for the bride with short hair.
Personally, I’ve always felt a bride should look like herself, only more “done up” to mark the special occasion. If you never wear your hair up and you do on your wedding day, you might not be as comfortable as you could be.
Here are a few lovely looks I’ve found for women with shorter hair.
Have fun looking at more styles I’ve found here on the Net.
Every week, I get a list from my ISP telling me which photos are posted around the web - and the vast majority of my pictures are hotlinked ( It’s ok, I don’t mind! ) into bridal forums. I love that you guys are sharing these pics with each other! In fact, it’s fun following the link and finding one of my photos on a Scandanavian or Arabic bridal website! 
I always love 1/2 up, 1/2 down.
Pretty use of small crystal pins!
Hello, Gorgeous!
Welcome to Aveline, the newest addition to Down The Aisle Bridal - lovely vintage crystal medallions woven on your choice of a white or ivory ribbon. Whether you are looking for something off the beaten path, or have very short hair and want a headband like look - Aveline DTA0492 is for you. Tied in a pretty bow at the nape of your neck, Aveline is sure to enhance any bridal ensemble with a touch of “Hey, that’s different!” bling. I love it - and I hope you do, too.
Aveline, DTA0492 is $72.00
I’ve been enjoying the 30″ of snow we received here in Maryland - nearly everything is closed and the landscape is just gorgeous…but it also made my thoughts turn to sand, sun, and surf. How about you? Have you been thinking about a destination wedding? The beach is never far from my mind, that is for sure…
Beach hairstyles are , for the most part, pulled back into a low bun. Why? Think about the weather. The wind. What if its windy on your wedding day? Do you want your perfect hairstyle whipping every which way? Pulled back, you will look put together no matter what comes your way!
Here are some beautiful beach styles with lovely hair accents - flowers, and pins are typical for these looks.
Are those large stephanotis blossoms or orchids? Either way...pretty!
Here are a few great before and after pics which hopefully will give you some incentive to really take that hair up a notch for your wedding day!
Here are a few other beautiful hairdos I’ve found in the last week as well.
Next week: a post for my reader’s requests: Short hairstyle pics and ideas!
Wedding pros know: Thanksgiving marks the start of the official engagement season. More couples get engaged around the holidays than at any other time of the year!
Here are a few great pics to jump start the newest soon to be brides among us.
In response to a few email questions I’ve received about short hair and hair accessories, look for my blog on what you can do for short hair coming soon!
Could this braid crown be any sweeter?
Headbands continue to be a popular choice among brides, and with the current gold trend still under full steam - I’ve been looking for choices that come in gold and silver to add to our current offerings of headbands. As soon as I saw Mena, I knew it was an excellent choice. The double rows of vines are dainty and decorative - a slight Grecian hint with a bit of sparkle from the rhinestones and pearls. Mena is our gold option, with her twin sister Gena being the silver option. A beautiful addition; I’m sure this headband will be quite popular. Looks good on short or long hair, too!
I recently received a note from a DTA frequent visitor if I had any hairstyle recommends for her upcoming beach wedding. Well of course I do!!!
Most recently, beach weddings have brought back the single large flower behind the ear look. Here’s Katherine Heigl in the movie 27 Dresses. It’s lovely and simple:
As beach weddings tend to be a little more casual, a tousled, not overly “done” do is a great bet:
If you are looking for a smoother look, these are beautiful. Remember, weather at the ocean can be windy on the nicest of days. Pulling back your hair is the best way to assure a worry free day.
Have a question? I’ll be happy to help! Send it to me at Maura_Foster ( then use the little at symbol ) dtabridal.com
( Sorry, did that to outsmart the spam bots! )
I’m happy to be adding two small hair pins that will be perfect as a small highlight in the hair - each being 2 inches long by 1 ” wide. Not too small, not too big…just right for the bride looking for that something for her hair but doesn’t want a multiple of pins in her hair. Just one or two of these pretties will do the trick! Please welcome Lorelei, DTA0484.
DTA0484, Lorelei
and Hilary, DTA0485!
DTA0485 Hilary
