Wearing a tiara during the wedding day makes the bride feel like she is a princess, with most little girls aspiring to wear hers with joy and pride. The wedding tiara is associated as being the most recognisable piece of jewellery; therefore there has been an increase in demand for wedding tiaras. A vast number of wedding tiaras are now readily available, accommodating to different needs in terms of design, style and budget. Although wedding tiaras have long been considered a common choice in the bride’s choice of decoration, some brides choose not to wear a wedding tiara.
There are many alternatives to wearing a traditional wedding tiara. Traditional tiaras resemble a circlet as compared to any other type of bridal headpiece. Tiaras were conventionally worn by queens during public events as crowns were often too heavy. This distinguished them from other members of society. Wedding tiaras are worn horizontally, tilting the headpiece slightly forward. Some brides who are looking for a modern tiara may choose a more contemporary styles or a bespoke design which is specially made for them.
During more recent times, styles have changed to resemble historic ways of wearing a wedding tiara, for example, it is not unusual to see a wedding tiara worn tilted on the side or designed asymmetrically. Asymmetrically designed or side tiaras are also easy to wear and have been most popular in recent years. These types of tiaras are a practical choice for brides and her bridesmaids, who may choose to do their own wedding hair. The benefits of which are they are easy to slip on and remove the styling style to ensure the right look is achieved.
Another popular alternative is the bridal hair vine, named for the numerous wire branches which are decorated with freshwater pearls, diamantes or Swarvoski crystals. In comparison with other types of wedding tiaras or wedding headpieces, bridal hair vines are a popular choice for the contemporary bride. The hair vine is constructed of a thin wire that can easily be manipulated to achieve the perfect look. Hair vines can be worn either as a sophisticated ‘up do’ look with a French pleat or by decorating a chignon hair style, alternative the hair vine can be worn to accentuate long flowing locks.
Bridal headbands are also another popular choice for the bride or her bridesmaids. A bridal headband is very versatile and can be worn with most bridal hairstyle, whether swept to one side or worn down. Bridal headbands are very easy to wear, making them a practical choice for brides choosing to do their own hair.
Another popular choice for a wedding hair accessory is to wear hair pins. Hair pins can be used in conjunction with other bridal jewellery such as a hair vine or wedding tiara, or simply worn on their own. Hair pins come in a range of shapes and sizes and are usually decorated with freshwater pearls, diamantes or Swarvoski crystals.
For a simply classical look, a hair comb can be ideal if the bride prefers not to wear a full wedding tiara or headband. Hair combs can be worn either on top of the head or on the side. They are easy to put in and can be worn to compliment any hairstyle. A range of combs varying is size and price are now readily available and can be chosen to accentuate the bridal gown, picking out particular gems or crystals embellished in the brides gown.
