40 Pretty Half Up Half Down Wedding Hairstyles For Brides

When it comes to styling your hair for your wedding, it can get quite overwhelming. You’re going to want a wedding hairstyle that makes you feel beautiful, lasts all day and will stand the test of time in your wedding photos.

Well, you’re in luck as I am here to the rescue with some of the best half up half down wedding hair ideas for brides from Cardiff, to London, Edinburgh and beyond!

Ready? Grab your hairbrush, tongs and best hair flick as we’re off to view the gallery 💁‍♀️.

Half Up Half Down Bridal Hairstyles To Swoon Over

1. Flowers and Curls

Create a half-up style with flowers as the focal point. This style will keep hair neat yet romantic in style.

Hairstylist: Sam

2. Flower Tiara Band

Add a delicately pretty touch to this up-do with a flower band.

Hairstylist: Alison

3. Flip Under Volume

Add some volume by flipping your hair up under the hairband to give a waterfall effect.

Hairstylist: Helen

4. Floral Twist

Add a few real flowers to add a touch of nature into your half-up twist.

Hairstylist: Helen

5. Soft Curled Plait

Plait your hair away from your face, and add a curl!

Hairstylist: Helen

6. Volume and Twists

Backcomb the top section to add volume, and then pull your hair off your face with this simple twist half-up.

Hairstylist: Isabella

7. ‘MRS’ Pin Detail

Add a hair pin to catch eyes on your big day!

Hairstylist: Claire

8. Full Volume and a Gentle Wave

For thicker hair, add a soft wave and a twist with a pin for a classic look.

Hairstylist: Jojo

9. Signature Bow

Add a signature detail, like this bow, to elevate a classic hairstyle.

Hairstylist: Helen

10. Face Framing Curls

Add a delicate touch with soft curls and pearls to frame your face!

Hairstylist: Leigh

11. Gorgeous Twisted Updo

Gather the front of your hair, and twist it back for a simple style. Secure your barnet with pins for a finishing touch.

Hairstylist: Isabella

12. Smooth and Sleek

For brides with gorgeous, glossy hair, soften the style by leaving out a couple of pieces at the front.

Hairstylist: Ijeoma

13. Tousled, Relaxed & Wavy

Voluminous, as well as pretty and super laid back. This is the perfect boho beach hairstyle for brides with mid to long hair.

Hairstylist: Siew

14. Floral Crown

Add fresh flowers to a gorgeous braided half-up to bring a touch of nature into your special day!

Hairstylist: Siew

15. Bouncy Waves with a Sparkle

Add a jewelled clip to a classic curled half-up for extra glamour.

Hairstylist: Lindsey

16. Boho-Style Braids

Here is a more intricate bridal hairstyle that may need a pro hairstylist to recreate. But isn’t it just the most boho hairstyle style ever?

Photo: Eloise & Mitch via Park Wedding Ideas Hairstyle: Lynnette Chasmer Bridal Hairstylist

17. Two Braids

Create two plaits and join them at the back of your head for a lovely bridal hairstyle.

Photo: Angela Ward Brown via Clock Barn Wedding Hair: riothairdressing

18. Long-Length Hairstyle

If you have long hair, allow it to shine yet pull some up to keep it super practical too.

Photo: Chloë Caldwell Photography via Lainston House Wedding Hairstyle: Viktoria Voykova Hair & Makeup Artist

19. Crown Twist

Use your accessory to create a twist, perfect for crown accessories.

Photo: Mandorla London via Whimsical Elegant Wedding Ideas Hair: Gemma Holiday

20. Half Up Half Down Hair & Veil

You can rock your wedding hair veil with a half-up, half-down style. The best bit is, when you take your veil out for your reception your hair will still look gorgeous.

Photo: The Enlight Project via Autumn Boho Wedding Ideas Hairstylist: Claire Hartley Stylist