Invited to a wedding? You’ll need not only a cool outfit but also a chic hairstyle that will complete your look. What hairstyle to choose as a wedding guest? Start with the clothes you’re wearing and work from there. If you have a high neckline, put your hair up. For something strapless or anything with exposed shoulders or a plunging neckline, go for free-flowing. Hair accessories are a great way to elevate your wedding guest look. From trendy headbands and scarves to oversized bows and bobby pins, adding an extra pop to your hair style is something celebrity stylists highly recommend. Decorative pins, scarves, and even scattered flowers will add an interesting touch to the look. We’ve prepared a whole bunch of ideas to get you inspired and most of them are very simple to realize: you can easily make them yourself in a couple of minutes. Let’s choose an idea that fits your style and hair length.
Ponytails
A ponytail is a very popular idea for wedding guests because it’s effortless, it fits both medium and long hair and there are many variations to choose from. Besides, most of ponytails are very easy to make without any help. You may go for a low or high ponytail, a wavy or braided one, a loose or tight, a ponytail with a bump or without any bump. Spruce up your ponytail with a braid or braids, add hairpings or even some fresh flowers if you want and your look will be trendy.
A beautiful and elegant wavy low ponytail with a sleek and shiny top is a stylsih idea for a glam look.
A braided ponytail will help you to incorporate a trendy braid into your look.
A braid going into a low ponytail with a bit of mess is great for a boho wedding.
A low ponytail with waves, locks framing the face, some pearl pins and pearl earrings is a chic idea.
A low sided ponytail with a hair wrap is a chic and edgy idea, some bangs will spruce up the look.
Several braids into a high ponytail look cool and modern and will fit a sexy guest outfit.
A loose braid into a ponytail is a cool idea for a boho or rustic wedding.
A low side ponytail with waves and some locks down can be made in just a couple of minutes.
A usual messy ponytail with a texture, a volume on top is ideal for a modern or minimalist wedding.
A twisted braided half up ponytail accented with a geometric hairpiece is a cool and catchy idea for a modern wedding.
A high ponytail with a bump on top and textural hair is a great ultra-modern idea.
A wavy messy low ponytail with some locks down is great for a casual rehearsal dinner or a casual wedding.
A simple and cute low ponytail with waves, locks down and a bump on top.
A catchy low ponytail with a twist and several pearl pins for a modern take on classics.
A wavy ponytail with a bump and a braided halo for a casual and modern bride.
A wavy ponytail with a fishtail braid on one side and some bangs is a relaxed and casual wedding hairstyle idea.
A Dutch braid ponytail with waves and a bump is a cool and feminine idea for a hairstyle.
An elegant and chic wavy ponytail with a bump on top and waves is a lovely idea for a modern and stylish bridal look.
A high ponytail with a side braid for an accent is a chic and creative idea to spruce up a usual ponytail.
A low ponytail with a braided halo and locks down is a simple and cool idea to rock.
A low ponytail with a sleek top, a twisted and braided part and much dimension on the ends.
A low ponytail with a braid and some side bangs is a cool idea for a modern and chic look.
A cool low wavy ponytail with a sleek top and a braid wrapping it is a great idea for thick hair.
A gorgeous sleek twisted ponytail is the best option for a minimalist wedding.
A lovely and casual wavy low ponytail with a modern hair barrette and face-framing hair is a cool idea.
A classy messy and textural low ponytail with a messy top and hair wrapping it is a cool idea for a modern look.
A cool low modern ponytail with a volume on top and wavy hair down is a cool idea for a modern wedding guest.
Updos
Updos are timeless and fit most of outfits you may wear to a wedding and there is a ton of ideas to choose from: low and usual chignons, twisted or braided ones, all kinds of buns and other options. Go for an option that fits your hair length and thickness, if you want an edgy feel – add braids or a braided halo, if you want more elegance, go for a bump and some locks down. Here hair accessories are also very welcome: hair pins with rhinestones, fresh blooms, statement pearl pins and even ties of various kinds.
A beautiful and chunky twisted low bun on thick and long hair, with a sleek volume on top and face-framing locks.
A beautiful and simple braided low updo with a halo and some locks down is a chic and cool idea for a wedding.
A beautiful braided low updo with a bump on top is a stylish idea for a more formal wedding, and it will also fit a boho look.
A low twisted chignon with a bump, some locks down and little blooms tucked in.
A bow tied chignon is a polished and chic idea, go for a satin or velvet bow according to your look and style.
A braided updo with some locks down is ideal for a boho chic or just relaxed outfit.
A messy low chignon hairstyle with lots of hair down for ane ffortlessly chic look.
An elegant updo with a large braided element, a bump and a rhinestone hairpiece for a romantic feel.
A beautiful knotted low bun with a bit of dimension and locks down is a stylish idea for a wedding.
A sleek low chignon with a volume on top and some hair down is a cool idea for a modern wedding guest look.
A chic and cool messy low bun with a bump on top and face-framing locks is a cool hairstyle for medium hair.
A beautiful and easy wrapped up half updo with a sleek top and waves down is a lovely idea.
A beautiful blonde half updo with a bump on top and a twisted element and waves down is a stylish solution.
A beautiful half updo with a bump on top, a stacked twist and some waves down is a chic and lovely idea.
A beautiful half updo with a sleek top, a twisted element and waves down is a lovely and chic idea.
A beautiful medium length half updo with a twisted halo and waves down plus caramel balayage is gorgeous.
A beautiful twisted low bun with a sleek top and some wavy locks framing the face is a cool and chic idea to rock.
A beautiful twisted low chignon with a twisted volume on top and a bit of locks down is a chic and cool idea.
A boho updo with braids and twists and some waves down plus a bump on top is a stylish and cool idea.
A casual and pretty half updo with a knot on top and messy waves down is a lovely idea for a casual wedding.
A casual low knot updo with a messy top is a cool idea for a modern or minimalist look.
A chic twisted low bun with a small bump and some locks down for a timelessly romantic look.
A cool messy and curly low updo with a braided halo and some locks and curls down for a boho or rustic wedding.
A creative dark brown half up wedding hairstyle with large braids on top and hair down is a cool idea for a boho bride or bridesmaid.
A curly messy low bun with bangs is a timeless idea for girls with curls - looks very pretty and relaxed.
A delicate and relaxed blonde medium half updo with a bump on top, twists and waves down is cool.
A fishtail braid updo with some locks down is a very trendy and fashionable option.
A half updo with a sleek top on long straight hair is a stylish and chic idea to show off your locks.
A half updo with twisted halos and a bump on top and some waves down is a cool idea for medium length hair.
A lovely and pretty wavy half updo with a bump on top ,a twisted looped halo and waves down is a cool idea for medium length hair.
A lovely half updo with a bump on top and a twist accented with pearl hair pins is good for medium and long hair.
A low French twisted updo with a volume on top and locks down is a stylish idea for a effortlessly chic look.
A low sleek sided bun is pure elegance and is suitable for a minimalist wedding.
A messy and dimensional low bun with a messy bump on top and some locks down is a stylish and cool idea for a wedding.
A messy and texured low bun with a twisted touch and a volume on top, some locks down is lovely.
A messy low bun and face-framing bangs looks effortlessly chic and fun and makes your look refined.
A messy low bun with a bump on top and some hair down is a chic and simple idea for a casual wedding guest look.
A messy low bun with a textured volume on top is a fast and cool idea for a modern or casual wedding.
A messy low bun with a volume on top and some locks down is a perfect solution for a casual or boho wedding.
A twisted low bun with a bump, some locks down is a classic and very elegant idea.
A messy low updo done with medium-length hair and locks down is a cool and chic idea to rock.
A messy twisted chignon with some hair down and a bump on top can be made on long and medium hair.
A perfect sleek knotted low bun is eye-catchy yet very simple and is ideal for a minimalist bride.
A rustic low updo with a double braid and some locks down is a stylish idea for a rustic or boho wedding.
A soft, messy and loose updo with a sleek top and twisted hair plus some waves is a lovely idea for a wedding.
A textural messy updo with braids, a bump and little flowers to add a touch of color.
A super sleek and elegant low chignon with a sleek top is a stylish idea for a formal wedding, it will be picture-perfect.
A simple twisted low updo with a messy top and a couple of rhinestone hair pins is idea for medium length hair.
A sleek and sculptural updo with bangs, if you want a sleek finish, add hair gel to the hairstyle.
A sleek low updo with a braided bun is a cool and modern interpretation of a traditional low bun or chignon.
A low twisted bun is a chic and classic idea that never goes out of style.
Tie up your curly hair into a large twisted low bun, it will look very textural and messy, which is trendy.
A low chignon hairstyle with a bit of mess, locks down and a rhinestone hairpiece.
A low asymmetrical twisted chignon with a bump, some locks down and a rhinestone hairpiece for an accent.
Making such a messy low bun will take just a minute, leave some locks down to achieve an effortlessly chic look.
A beautiful loose braid into a bun with some locks down and much volume is very elegant.
A chic twisted low chignon wedding hairstyle with a bump, locks down and a rhinestone hairpin.
A large top bun and some locks down is a striking idea if you have long and thick hair.
A sleek twisted low bun and some locks framing the face will give you a chic and stylish look instantly.
A small braided low bun with a bit of volume on top accented with a black velvet ribbon and a bow is a lovely and girlish idea.
An elegant yet messy low bun with a side braid and some locks down for a cool look.
An elegant low updo with a dimensional bump and locks down is a stylish modern hairstyle.
A wrapped low bun with a bump on top and some waves around the face is a super modern and chic idea.
An elegant twisted low bun with hair framing the face and a bump is a chic and refined idea to rock.
An elegant twisted chignon with a bump on top and some waves down is a cool idea for a refined and more formal wedding.
An elegant braided low bun with a sleek top and a large hair pin is a stylish and cool modern hairstyle.
An elegant low updo with a braided halo and a low bun plus some volume on top is a cool and chic idea.
A super messy and bold French twist updo with a messy volume on top and enough mess in the twist.
A super messy and textural low bun with curtain bangs and a messy top is a lovely and cool wedding guest idea.
Other Ideas
A half updo is a very romantic and cute idea, the most popular type is a braided or twisted half updo, go for a halo to add a bit of edge. Long hair down is a great way to highlight your locks and show them off the best way possible – add a braided halo or some twists on top to enliven the hairstyle. Whether this is long straightened hair or textural locks, you’ll look good. Waves down are one of the most popular wedding guest hair ideas as it’s easy to realize and it fits almost any look or outfit you can make. If you don’t have time at all, just make a simple braid, sided or usual one and go!
A messy half updo with waves down and a large hair pin is a stylish idea for a modern or boho wedding guest.
A simple and catchy textured wavy half updo with a twisted halo and a bump on top is a cool and chic idea for a wedding.
A simple and cool half updo with a bump on top, a twisted element and waves down is a cool idea to rock.
A stylish and cool half updo with a wrapped ponytail on top and straight hair down is a non-typical and very modern solution.
A twisted and wavy half updo with a bump on top, some curls down and face-framing hair is amazing.
A wavy and textural half updo with a fishtail braid to frame it is a relaxed and cute option.
A wavy half updo with side parting, a textural top is a gorgeous and easy option to try.
An elegant brown half updo with caramel balayage and a twisted touch plus some waves down and face-framing locks.
An eye-catchy half updo with a bump on top and a double twisted element, some waves down is a stylish and chic idea.
Celestial braids is a gorgeous half updo with celestial bobby pins, embrace your braids and add blues for a starry feel.
Contrasting curls are great for a formal wedding, pair such a hairstyle with a formal gown.
Wavy half updo with a braid and volume and with ombre coloring for a more interesting look.
A half updo with a braided halo and waves down is a romantic and trendy option.
A half updo with a loose braid and waves down is a great romantic idea for a wedding guest.
A large braid halo and straight hair for a bold and chic look - show off your long locks.
A simple loose side braid is all you need to look trendy and you can make it fast in a couple of minutes.
A simple twisted half up braid with textural waves down is a good idea to look effortlessly chic and relaxed.
Simple locks down with a twist on the side and a chic balayage for those who don't like fuss.