Half updos are a great option if you don't want to wear a full updo.  You can have the formal look of the updo, while at the same time having the more informal look of long silky hair.

See example hair style below.  The hair is parted deep on one side.  The hair in the crown area is taken in separate sections and neatly twisted back and pinned in place high in the back.  You can create extra height, as shown, by gently back combing small sections of hair, or by inserting a small form or (pantyhose) and pinning the hair over the form.

Either way, this smooth and sleek hair style will work for your wedding day look.  Run a flat iron over all the hair before pinning in place to create the smooth and soft look that will make your wedding look glisten!

Add small pearl earrings with matching necklace for a very sophisticated wedding look.

Just about any hairpiece or veil will work with this hair style.  Try on different styles when you get your trial wedding style done so that you can plan exactly how you will look for your big day.

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