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My partner of 25 years and I are getting married in Early April. I am torn between letting my hair down or tying it back in a tail. I admit I keep it in a tail most days as it is just easier to deal with. My hair is just beyond mid back length. I have kept it at that length for several years. I t works best for me and it is my "Historic" length from the 70s. There will be photos, and while the ceremony will not be altogether a formal affair. I am asking for opinions...Flowing free, or tailed?
I vote for flowing and free. For me the bottom line is I have long hair, at the age of 61 I refuse to hide it in a pony tail.
The last wedding I went to I had my hair down and loose.
If you already wear it everyday tailed, why not let it flow for a special occasion?
My vote is for flowing free.
Take care!
First of all congratulations my friend, you must be very excited as the date approaches :) As for your question I agree that wearing it loose would be the way to go but if you wanted to try something different maybe a braid especially if that's something you've never worn before.Can't wait for the pictures! Cheers
Mârk
Half-Tail !!
If you're stuck between the two options, why not do both. Basically, you could do a half-tail or a half-braid. Personally, that's the style I would use for special occasions.
I'm going contrary to most. I'm thinking tail it, but do it with ribbons in the colors for your wedding.
Having attended weddings with my hair tied back this way, I can tell you it was very well received and complemented on by nearly everyone.
From a pragmatic perspective, loose hair can be problem for the outdoor photos if it's windy, and you run the risk of getting it in the cake while cutting, or getting cake in it when cake is smushed in your face. All sorts of things.
I understand you're not going fully formal, but still, a wedding is not an everyday occurrence--even after 25 years--so a little something special may be in order.
Great advice! I like it!
I like the idea of the ribbons. Our colors are Turquoise and silver. Steve likes the idea, also.
I vote for free flowing first. You could have someone do your hair that day, make it look amazing. This is your chance to really do your hair in a way that you don't have time or energy to do it every day.
I vote for braids second. This is more of a personal choice, something that I would like to do on a special occasion, so it may not be your thing. I would have someone do some cool Viking-inspired elaborate braid.
But you know what? Just do whatever sounds the coolest to you. That hairstyle you want to do, but can't do in everyday life.
One of the great things about long hair is there are a whole bunch of things you can do, wearing it down, in a pony tail, braid it,
etc. And you can wear it one way in the ceremony, change it up for the reception, etc. Different styles for aspects of the wedding.
I think there are already a number of practical considerations that have been offered. I just want to say congratulations on your marriage after 25 years together. That's fantastic! My partner and I had been together for 22 years when we got married last July. All the best to you and your soon to be spouse.
-Marx
Flowing free would be great
If you are indifferent, then you should ask your partner how they'd like your hair for the wedding day. Surely their opinion means more than ours.
This is exactly what I was thinking. Good answer!
Ted
That could be a good idea or it could be problematic. They may have suggestions like wearing it in a pony tail, braiding it,
or wearing it loose. Or, even worse, they may insist that you
cut your hair. I've had weddings where I was invited but declined to attend when they made noise about me cutting my hair.
I vote free flowing - (that is how I wore mine at my wedding in 98), my hair is about 2/3 inches past my shoulders. Tail it if you feel it may get in your way.
Firstly, congrats to both of you!
I'd ask my partner how she'd like me to wear my mane.
Then, I'd make sure to see a stylist that morning to make your mane look amazing.
Since you ask, I'll vote for flowing and free!
Thank you all, May leave the decision until that morning. free flowing is a distinct possibility. however I do like the suggestion of tailing it with ribbons in our wedding colors, Silver and turquoise. Maybe a Turquoise ribbon with a Silver Celtic hair tie as well. Perhaps I shall do both, one way for the wedding, then another for the reception.
For what it's worth, I recently got married. The ceremony was outside and it was threatening rain. I wore my hair in a small, tight braid. Besides making considerations for the weather, I would just go with whatever you think looks best. Cheers ! :)