Summer is undoubtedly the summer of weddings and other functions. Now, before you throw on that white dress to attend and get called the “queen of jerkdom”, why not stand out in a better way? How about pairing a simple dress with a little fanciness in your hair? It’s a super easy way to add style and can accessorize an up do so you can keep cool in the sweltering heat, because you know damn well half of the weddings you attend will be outside. Even if you wanted to add a little wow factor for a date night, these are simple and easy. Give it a try!

1- Add a sprinkling of small flowers to a low ponytail.
2- Give yourself a little boho glam with some clip on feathers.
3- Make a loose bun more regal by placing a crown of coins or spikes on top.
4- Hold your hair half back with an oversized clip.
5- Place an unexpected headband in front of a retro bump.
6- Tie on a large satin bow to the side for an instant girlie update. You can even use your favorite thin scarf to do this.
7- For a glam and understated touch, pin small silk flowers of a natural tone into your up do.
8- Pair a middle part with a low slung boho headband around your forehead. You can find them in every style from earthy to full of gems. Or you can make your own!
9- Cover your ponytail elastic with a sexy metal cuff.
10- Pin big curls to the side with some dainty diamond barrettes.
11- Try out a vintage gold chain headpiece.
12- Get creative and use a wide strip of leather or suede as a headband.
13- Braid a thicker gold chain or sparkly necklace into your braid.
14- Clip your favorite brooch into your hair.
15- Make like Chanel and glue some loose faux pearls to the ends of your bobby pins and affix throughout your up do.

Having your hair up doesn’t have to be boring. Plus, you’re neck won’t turn into a swamp by the time the vows are done. Try them out and let me know your favorite!

xo Stephanie