13 Chic Wedding-Guest Hairstyles for Every Save the Date in Your Diary This Season

Wedding season is well and truly upon us, and if you're anything like us on the Who What Wear UK team, your diary is brimming with several wedding occasions over the season. If you landed here, you're probably also searching for some wedding guest hairstyles for your next wedding invite. Whether you're jetting off for a destination wedding or attending an occasion closer to home, there's a wedding guest hairstyle for every kind of wedding, from countryside venues to town hall. So, it can be helpful to have a couple of go-to hairstyles up your sleeve.

Whenever I've been in need of a wedding guest hairstyle, I've always looked to red carpet hair trends. You see, celebrity hairstyles are a great way to get inspiration, and a lot of the hairstyles are easier than you think to execute, too. Whether you have a short haircut, are looking for a classy updo hairstyle for a black tie wedding, or want loose waves for your long hair, scroll on for plenty of inspo for your next save the date.

1. Fringe Updo

If you have a fringe, such as curtain bangs or a wispy fringe, then an updo is the perfect wedding guest hairstyle to show them off. Make use of a texturising spray to help keep your style in place all day long.

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2. Loose Waves

Loose waves or piecey waves are all timeless hairstyles for mid-length hair or longer lengths. If updos feel too fussy, then this look is more effortless and lends itself well to any type of wedding. Look for curling wands with a large barrel size for looser waves.

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3. Curly Updo

If you're blessed with natural curls or waves, then this makes for a great summer wedding guest hairstyle, particularly with the face-framing tendrils that give it an effortless vibe.

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4. Sleek Bun

When in doubt, a sleek bun with face-framing tendrils will see you through any occasion, from ceremony to dance floor. I love how glossy Hailey Bieber's updo is, so I'm trying a hair gloss for maximum shine.

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5. S-Waves

S-waves or beachy waves are a particularly chic wedding guest hairstyle for an abroad wedding or by the coast. Pack a hair waver with you, which will do all the hard work for you.

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6. Sleek Crop

If you have a pixie cut, take your cue from Gracie Abrams with her side-parted style that just exudes sophistication. A hair pomade provides texture and hold, helping to achieve the enviable volume, too.

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7. Bouncy Blowdry

A bouncy blowdry with large, voluminous curls is great for a glamorous occasion. I'm screenshotting this Margot Robbie look immediately.

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8. Side-Parted and Sleek

If you'd ordinarily wear your hair in a middle-parting, then switching to a side-parting can instantly change up your look with minimal effort. It also helps to give extra volume and root life, making it great for fine hair that lacks body. Finish with your hair straighteners, and you're ready to go.

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9. Slicked-Back Bun

A slicked-back bun is a timeless hairstyle that never fails. It takes little to no time, making it a quick hairstyle that also works better on second-day hair. It's a win-win.

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10. Chic Chignon

It might take a little more expertise and dexterity, but a chignon will add a polished touch to your wedding guest outfit. Fix in place with a good hairspray to set your style in place.

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11. Hollywood Waves

I'm obsessed with Lily Rose Depp's Veronica Lake-coded waves that exude Hollywood glamour.

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12. High Bun

Make like Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and bin your bun to the top of your head for a chic, effortless-looking bun, leaving a few face-framing entrils free to complete the look.

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13. French Twist

Wondering how to do a French twist like Kaia Gerber's? It's surprisingly easy once you nail the technique, and all you need is a French pin to secure or some hair grips to secure the twist into place.

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