I’m a celeb hairstylist - 6 easy wedding styles you can do for big day (2024)

WEDDING season is almost upon us and while the right hairstyle can make or break an outfit, you don’t have to spend a fortune in the salon.

Whether you’re the bride, part of her squad or just on the guest list, celeb hairstylist Michael Douglas reveals his favourite salon dos you can create at home.

Michael, partner of TV’s Davina McCall, tells Claire Dunwell how to create the latest stylish looks in just a few simple steps.

Here comes the bride…

Downton duch*ess

1. TIE the hair up in a ponytail at the crown, then add a ribbon for decoration. Michael chose a black ribbon (£1, Hobbycraft) to create a sophisticated look.
2. Twist the ponytail around and into itself to create a bun. Secure with pins.
3. Attach a clipped decoration of your choice. Michael made his own using dried flowers. Mist with hairspray for extra hold.

Boho Bride

1. DIVIDE the hair into two ponytails then plait, leaving some strands loose both at the back and around the face to soften the look. Secure each plait at the ­bottom with a bobble.
2. Pull each plait up and over, making sure they cross just above the forehead. Use grips to secure, making sure to hide the bobbles beneath the plaits.
3. Use decorative pins of your choice for an instant touch of glamour. We used Easilocks pearl collection hair pins (£12, Asos).

TOP TIP: For tangle-free braids, rub a small drop of hair oil or serum, such as Miracle Worker smooth serum (£8.95, Umberto Giannini), into the hands before you begin to plait.

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Pearl Princess

1. AFTER diffusing the hair, work it into a roll from left to right, pushing the curls up towards the crown.
2. Secure the pleat with pins. You shouldn’t need many because curly hair is easy to keep in place. Finish with pearl pins for decoration.
3. Finally, sweep the hair back from the face with a pearl-effect Alice band, like the one pictured (£10, River Island).

The bride's mother…

French Fancy

1. PART the hair down the middle before splitting into more sections. Curl each section with tongs, working away from the face.
2. Next, take three strands of hair at the front and French plait it diagonally, stopping just below the ear.
3. Secure with a pearl snap clip. Michael’s were from Claire’s. For extra glam, add a fascinator like the one pictured (£12.99, Quiz Clothing).

TOP TIP: Rub a small drop of hair serum into the hands and gently separate the curls to smooth any flyaway strands and add shine.

The bridesmaids…

Grecian Godess

1. PART the hair in the middle and use curling tongs to create beach waves. Leave the ends straight.
2. Take a chunky section of hair from the left and begin to twist up and around, scooping new hair into the roll as you go, working from left to right and vice versa.
3. For a softer look, leave some loose strands around the face.
4. After creating a bun effect, secure with Kirby grips and finish with decorative pins. Michael made his own using a glue gun (£5, Hobbycraft). Mist with hairspray to set.

TOP TIP: Create your own pins to match your outfit – stars, buttons and pearls are good options.

And the guests

Slick Curl Chic

1. FIRST, prep the hair – Michael used Umberto Giannini’s Curl Jelly Shine leave-in conditioner (LookFantastic, £7.69). Next, diffuse using a high heat and low speed.
2. Smooth and slick the hair up and back towards the hairline to create a Mohican effect.
3. Secure underneath using Kirby grips at both sides.
4. For extra chic, use a clean mascara brush and sculpt any wispy hairs around the face. Mist with hairspray to finish.

TOP TIP: Use your fingers to separate curls – avoid brushes because they create frizz.

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