Adding a flower to an updo is like topping off your wedding cake — it adds an extra special something to an already gorgeous look. Tucked into a chignon or clipped to the side of a classic twist, an updo with flowers is a low upkeep high impact bridal hairstyle. These 11 gorgeous brides get what we’re talking about!
A Bun With Fresh White Orchids
Photo: Christie Pham Photography
Jana went sans-veil and wore her hair in a low side bun with two white orchids. (From The Album: A Tented Outdoor Wedding In Honolulu, Hawaii)
A Fresh Ranunculus and Succulent Hairpiece
Photo: Maria Mack
A floral hairpiece complements a subtle bump in the front and tuck in the back. (From the Album: A Vintage Wedding Style Shoot)
Twisted Updo with Cascading Faux Flowers
Photo: Zac Wolf Photography
Twisted sections of hair are pulled back into a low updo with pretty faux flowers pinned on the side. (From The Album: An Intimate Green Wedding In Brooklyn, NY)
A Low Bun With A Fresh Succulent and Birdcage Veil
Photo: Christa Kimble
A single succulent adds a cheerful touch of color to this wavy low bun. (From The Album: A Country Chic Wedding In Galloway, OH)
Sideswept Updo With A Fresh Gardenia
Photo: Ned Jackson Photography
An elegant gardenia is tucked into this sleek side ‘do. Bonus: Gardenias are waxy, hearty flowers so they’ll last longer than, say, the typical rose. (From The Album: A Purple Vintage Wedding)
Orchids and Ranunculus Paired With The Classic Updo
Photo: Karen Wise
An arrangement of ranunculus, orchids and Queen Anne’s Lace work perfectly for this bride at her garden-inspired wedding. (From The Album: A Chinese Garden Wedding in Brooklyn, NY)
A Chignon with Stephanotis
Photo: Orchard Cove Photography
Because they were getting married on the beach and it was a little windy that day, Ashley opted to pull her hair back into a bun. Her stylist added a row of stephanotis flowers (similar to gardenias, they’re hearty and long-lasting!) for a nice wedding-worthy touch. (From The Album: A Winter Beach Wedding In the Gulf Stream, FL)
Retro Updo With A Statement Orchid Hairpiece
Photo: Gabrielle Revere
A chic and sculptural twist is balanced by a large statement flower piece (this one is from Jennifer Behr) at the model’s forehead. (From The Album: Fine Lines: Winter 2012 Issue)
Romantic Rolled Chignon With Ranunculus Flowers
Photo: Amelia Tarbet
Twisted sections of hair are pulled back into a low updo with two delicate fresh white ranunculus flowers. (From The Album: A Casual Vineyard Wedding In Marble Falls, TX)
Loose Updo with Bright Fuchsia Orchids
Photo: Janae Shields Photography
A couple bright orchids playfully pull in the color of her bridesmaid dresses! (From The Album: A Romantic Wedding In Pleasanton, CA)
Sleek Updo Knot With A Side Cascade Of White Orchids
Photo: Rebecca Arthurs Photography
The large white orchids in her classic updo reflected this bride’s elegant Hawaiian wedding. (From The Album: A Beachfront Destination Wedding In Honolulu Hawaii)
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