Hairpins are a simple way to accessorise your wedding updo – and an easy way to create your own unique wedding hair style. Here, bridal hair accessories expert Debbie Carlisle takes a look at ways to style hairpins in an updo for lots of different bridal looks.
Prudence mixed size set of nine single luxury crystal pearl wedding hairpins
Small single element hairpins featuring crystal stars, mother of pearl flowers or simple pearls will create an understated look used sparingly or can be built up or used with other accessories to create a bolder look.
Daisy mother of pearl flower set of wedding hairpins
Trio set of Star Crystal wedding hairpins in the side of an updo
Large hairpins can be worn as a single delicate piece or placed together to create your own unique headpiece – the possibilities are endless!
Maisie Crystal rose gold large leaf branch wedding hairpin trio set
Maisie crystal single silver large leaf branch wedding hairpin
May set of three large freshwater pearl leafy branch wedding hairpins in the side of a bridal updo
May set of three large freshwater pearl leafy branch wedding hairpins in the back of a bridal updo
Coralie set of three rose gold mother of pearl flower wedding hairpins
Nova set of three opal and clear crystal silver wedding hairpins
Nova pair of gold two tone wedding hairpins styled around back of a low bun
Celeste single large freshwater pearl leafy branch wedding hair pin
Mid-size hairpins will allow you or your hairstylist to build a delicate and quite classic look – or you can team them with coordinating hairpins or vines to create a stronger headpiece style.
Astra star and moon crystal and pearl wedding hairpins in the back of a twisted chignon bridal updo
Perla pearl cluster wedding hairpin trio set in the side of a twisted bridal chignon updo
Lunaria star constellation crystal wedding hairpins trio set in the front of a bridal updo
Lyra vintage style gold two tone crystal cluster wedding hairpins trio set
India gold set of three medium wedding hairpins in the side of a relaxed wedding updo
India silver single wedding hairpin in the side of a loose bridal updo
India silver pair of wedding hairpins
Saffron floral silver crystal wedding hairpin trio set in the side of a braided crown bridal updo
Haillie simple trio set of three rose gold crystal hairpins in the side of a bridal updo
Two Anya wedding hairpins and one Saffron floral hairpin in the side of a bridal updo
Anya set of three vintage wedding hairpins in the side of a bridal updo
If you’re struggling to decide on a hair accessory for your updo hairstyle you can’t really go wrong with a set of hairpins – they’re a great option to take to your hair stylist and ask them to create their own look for you. And if you have any hairpins left why not share them with your bridesmaids to create simpler coordinating looks!
If you’re not sure that you’ll have time for a hair trial before your wedding day hairpins are a real godsend as the styling possibilities with these super-versatile hair accessories are endless. And whether your wedding style is classic and elegant, whimsical and boho, simple or intricate – there’s a hairpin option for every bride, dress or wedding.