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ATELIER AVEDA: Summer’s here, love is in the air, and we are in love with weddings!
Bridal season brings so much joy and excitement--it's such a wonderful time of the year. Atelier's resident bridal specialist, Kim Nguyen, offers her words of wisdom on creating the perfect hair look for your special day.
Hi, I'm Kim, and I'm a newlywed. I love working with brides, because their happy energy is wonderful to be around, and weddings are such joyous occasions. I'd like to offer some advice to the brides following in my footsteps down their own aisles.
As a hair artist at Atelier on Santana Row, I have developed a specialty in wedding hair. I believe that the most important first step in the bridal process is a thorough conversation and a trial run for the bride. During this important visit, brides can bring ideas, pictures, headpieces, veils and any questions they may have. Research is encouraged and extremely helpful. This is the perfect time to tell me about how temperamental your hair may be or whether your wedding venue is indoors/outdoors. Bring in photos of your dream hair, and the hairstyles you definitely don't want! The more details you give me, the better. What is your veil or headpiece like?
There are some fabulous hair accessories for brides and bridesmaids that add a bit of your personality to your crowning glory: bird cage veils, traditional veils, decorative hair pins, fresh flowers, silk flowers, etc. We'll consider your dress and hair texture when choosing a hairstyle and accessories. Some brides want to grow out their hair for the big day so they have as many options as possible; don't forget to get trims and conditioning treatments to keep your locks shiny and healthy. If your hair is looking dull or lacking sparkle, consider adding some highlights or a glossing treatment to bring out the details in your hairstyle and make your tresses gleam.
Above all, consider your comfort and your dancing activity level when deciding on how you want to wear your hair. Will the chosen style withstand a round of the Electric Slide or a ballroom twirl? Your future husband will love you and think you're beautiful no matter what you wear or how you look, so be confident and comfortable in your own skin/hair. Be yourself, just a bit more glam. Here's my advice from one bride to another; your wedding day is YOUR day, enjoy it and don't worry about the little things. It's time to relax and enjoy the result of the months of planning. Ask for help from friends and family if you feel overwhelmed, and above all, remember to breathe and take in the precious memories that are being made on your special day.
Come in and see me for a consultation if you need help with your bridal hair decisions. We also have amazing makeup artists if you need that service, too.
I look forward to meeting you soon!
--Kim Nguyen, Atelier hair artist and bridal specialist
