Community› Wedding Discussion Boards› Plus-Sized
Plus-Sized
New Discussion

Hairstyles for Plus Size Bride

takefelinetakefeline
10 Comments
in Plus-Sized
I am going to my first trial on Tuesday and am unsure how I should do my hair.  I feel like I would be most comfortable with my hair down or half up, but being that my wedding is in late June I feel it may be too hot for this.  

Anyone have any advice which kind of hairstyle looks best on a plus size girl (I'm size 16-18)?
Report Reply to Post

Re: Hairstyles for Plus Size Bride

  • PopPowPopPow
    100 Comments
    What is the neckline of your dress like?
    Wedding Countdown Ticker 66 image Invited
    45 image Are ready to party
    Report Reply
  • daniellaannedaniellaanne
    10 Comments
    Also, what is your face shape? I am plus sized with a heart-shaped face (think Reese Witherspoon pointy chin).
    Wedding Countdown Ticker
    Report Reply
  • IdoIdo2014IdoIdo2014
    100 Comments
    I am personally going with a swoop hair do in a dirty bun almost like this...this is my sister in law on her wedding day and her brother, my fiance... I have a fluffy square face.

    Wedding Countdown Ticker Photobucket
    Report Reply
  • anglynanglyn
    Sixth Anniversary 500 Comments Combo Breaker
    You should do whatever hairstyle you like. Have you thought about having a trial run just to see how you look?
    Report Reply
  • cinderellasjccinderellasjc member
    100 Comments
    Your hair stylist should be able to give you some great options that will look great on you.  You just have to decide which one you like best.  I know alot of plus size girls don't like to wear their hair up because they are a bit self conscious (believe me... I'm one of them).  but wearing your hair up can actually elongates your neck and can thin you out a bit.  When you go for your trial, try wearing a top that has a similar neckline as your dress so you can get a better idea of how it will look!!! Good Luck, let us know what you go with!!
    wedding countdown
    Report Reply
  • rkw0717rkw0717
    10 Comments
    I would love to wear my hair up but am super self conscious about my arms, so that being said...

    I am wearing my hair curly and down. I have a mid length veil and am wearing clip in extensions so that my hair will cover the part of my arms I am so worried about.

    Like PP said, sometimes up-do's can make you appear thinner, but I like the way my hair looks with my particular dress worn down. As always though, YMMV.
    Report Reply
  • takefelinetakefeline
    10 Comments
    Thanks girls, for the input.

    My dress is strapless, I have an oval/round face, and my hair is halfway down my back and super thick...

    Since I posted this I actually broke my foot... So, since the wedding is less than 5 weeks away, I may have to go with all the way up because I may be hopping around on crutches!
    Report Reply
  • cinderellasjccinderellasjc member
    100 Comments
    Oh Boy... how did you do that takefeline??  hope it heals soon, by 5 weeks you might be able to get around with a walking cast. 
    wedding countdown
    Report Reply
  • PopPowPopPow
    100 Comments
    I think either all up unless thats super heavy or front up back down would still work with crutches. Stinks about your foot. I have broken bones in my foot twice and they seem to take forever to heal. Is that an English Bulldog in your photo? I have one too!
    Wedding Countdown Ticker 66 image Invited
    45 image Are ready to party
    Report Reply
  • RachelOleoRachelOleo member
    10 Comments
    I hope you heal quickly!

    I am a size 18 with a rounder face. I have a strapless dress and a cathedral-length veil. I am wearing my hair (dark, thick, mid-shoulder blade in length) in curls and down, but pulling a little away from my face. I find that it softens my features and elongates my face, making it look thinner. I hope that helps!
    Report Reply
This discussion has been closed.
Choose Another Board
Search Boards