Can artificial flowers be used as a hair accessory?

Definitely! Let your creativity run wild by incorporating a variety of artificial flowers into your bridal 'do. Not only will they hold up better than real flowers, but you'll be able to save them as a special memento after your wedding.

Should my bridesmaids have matching hair accessories?

This is totally up to you. Whether you want your entire bridal party to be matchy-matchy for photos or you want each bridesmaid to have a more distinctive look, there's no shortage of hair accessories to help bring your vision to life.

35 Hair Accessory Ideas for Every Wedding Aesthetics

a close-up photo of a bride wearing a gold leaf tiara covered by a tulle veil — Photo by Austin Gros

After spending months pinning over what to eat, what to wear, and what to say while at the altar, the last thing you probably want to do is focus on finding a hair accessory for your wedding. But if you're a bride looking for a way to add some glam to your day-of look, incorporating a few details into your coif is precisely what you need.

Simply put, hair accessories are known to give a major upgrade to any given 'do, not to mention they serve multiple beauty purposes. How? Well, aside from being totally beautiful, a chic hairpin (or comb) can keep loose strands tucked away from your face during the ceremony and reception, which is something especially important for long-haired brides. Rocking a shorter haircut? Not to worry, these little wonders can elevate even the shortest of styles. What's more, for those with minimalist aesthetics, a tiny accessory can add serious charm to any look without feeling too overwhelming.

So, if you're ready to find the perfect hair embellishment to fit your personal style, we put together a list of ideas straight from real brides. Ahead, take a look through some of our favorite hair accessories for weddings, fit for any bride-to-be and hairdo.

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Pearl Pins

a bride embracing her groom during golden hour — Photo by Porterhouse Los Angeles

There's nothing more ethereal than donning pearls on your wedding day, so why not add them to your hair? As seen here, consider scattering delicate pearl pins throughout your tresses, especially for brides rocking a natural updo.

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A Framed Bun

a bride and groom holding hands and smiling in front of a leafy wall — Photo by Twah Dougherty Photography

Wearing your hair in a low bun? Add a bit of sparkle by placing a crescent barrette around your chignon. And if you want to amp up the look a bit more, go ahead and clip a veil underneath for extra elegance.

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Floral-Inspired Pins

Curly haired bride with floral barettes — Photo by Mashaida Co.

Guess what, florals aren't just for spring! This bride specifically added two floral barrettes to her curly updo for her fall wedding, and we are loving every bit of it.

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Luxurious Lace

Christina Carmona putting earrings on while posing in her leaf-motif lace wedding dress — Photo by Rafal Ostrowski

Want to incorporate an element of your wedding dress into your beauty look? Take a cue from this bride who used the lace from her gown to create a custom hair accessory for her big day.

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Leafy Motifs

a back photo of a bride with a chic twisted chignon — Photo by Anya Kernes

This bride accented her effortless rocker-chic 'do with a classic and feminine leafy barret. The juxtaposition between the two styles is absolutely captivating, and it's the perfect accessory for warm-weather nuptials.

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A Show-Stopping Headpiece

Bride with a stunning wedding hairpiece embracing groom — Photo by Elizabeth Wells Photography

No matter what you choose to wear on your wedding day, you can never go wrong with a show-stopping headpiece. Although this bride's metal headband is quite wide, it still feels very delicate and ethereal with the natural design.

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Pearl Embellishments

bride posing on a balcony above a marina while wearing a wedding dress and pearl adornments in hair — Photo by Alexandra & Vladimir Nadtochiy

Instead of purchasing individual pearl pins to place in your hair, embellish your 'do with tiny, delicate pearls. It's a glamorous idea that's still pared-back and elegant.

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A Sweet Ribbon

bride in her colorful wedding dress with her hair in a bow — Photo by Gideon Photography

A humble ribbon can do so much for a bridal look. You can play with the fabric, colors, and texture, and even custom-tailor it to your decor and style.

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A Traditional Veil

bride and groom portrait at venue, with the bride showcasing her cathedral length veil that says "love" — Photo by Jeremy Chou

Let's be completely honest, there's no better hair accessory for your wedding than a veil. This bride took it up a notch, however, by donning a custom veil that featured the words "love" to commemorate her big day.

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A Modern Crown

Channel your inner princess bride by donning a modern iteration of a wedding day crown. Featuring gold leaves placed in a delicate halo, your photos will stand out in the best way with this unique accessory.

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A Barely-There Headband

Bride wearing a dainty wedding headband while kissing her husband in front of an ocean backdrop — Photo by Adriana Rivera

For brides saying "I do" in a casual, intimate setting, a dainty headband is likely all you need. Specifically, this bride wore a thin gold headband with tiny mother-of-pearl flowers, which allowed her unique drop earrings to take center stage.

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A Glamorous Clip

a bride and groom hugging and holding hands during their first look — Photo by Dragonfly Photography

Dress up a sleek pony with an intricate, glam-inspired clip. This bride's whimsical hairpiece added even more drama to her bridal look, which also included an asymmetrical wedding dress and veil.

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A Side Hairpin

Bride looking in mirror while being zipped into dress — Photo by Chi-Chi Ari Love

A crystal floral hairpin is perfectly placed on the side of this bride's lob, for a feminine and glam, yet effortless, feel. The best part? It's a versatile piece for every type of hairstyle.

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Detailed Florals

Bride with a floral hair comb and natural hair — Photo by SAMANTHA CLARKE PHOTOGRAPHY

Those with natural hair, take note! This floral comb skims the side of this bride's head, in order to adequately display her gorgeous hair from every angle.

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Organic Motifs

Bride crying reading love letter — Photo by Picture Me&U

As mentioned before, hair accessories can work for every type, texture, and length of hair. For example, this poetic bride tucked a hairpiece that could easily be confused for a natural sprig of greenery (in a metallic hue) into her short crop.

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A Gilded Halo

Bride with gold halo-esque tiara — Photo by EL MOMENTO PERFECTO

Looking to lean into old-world aesthetics? Consider a gold halo, with adequate height, for the most heavenly, vintage-inspired vibes.

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A Padded Headband

bride posing in front of a house with a strapless wedding dress while holding an all-white floral bouquet — Photo by Hana Gonzalez Photography

A padded white headband makes for a stunningly romantic touch. We specifically love that this one is embellished with loose pearls for a trendy spin on a classic look.

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Vertical Florals

Brunette bride in deep-V sleeveless dress has hair pulled back in floral hair clip and wears earrings with pearls and gold Chanel symbols — Photo by Kelsey Halm Photography

An embellished floral hairpin has the ability to heighten even the most minimalist styles. We especially love the vertical placement of this bride's piece, which also adds a bit of drama.

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A Matching Tikka

Bride wearing jewels for an Indian wedding — Photo by Kristina Adams Photography

For Indian brides, a tikka is seen as a must-have on the big day. So, we love how this bride designed her custom tikka to match her gold and green beaded necklace and dress embroidery.

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Youthful Adornments

bride with relaxed updo, wearing a white floral bridal robe — Photo by Magi Fisher

A dainty floral clip brings us back to the simpler times of our youth, as exemplified by this bride's hairdo. Follow her lead and style your hair in a loose French braid for a modern touch.

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Scattered Petals

Spring bride rocking a wedding hairstyle adorned with blooms while holding her groom's hand — Photo by Margherita Calati

Spring brides should definitely consider adding flowers to their hair! Pepper a tight high pun with floral pins or even real blooms for a romantic look.

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A Full Hairpiece

bride in All Who Wander gown with an extra large hair accessory — Photo by Mon Soliel

For brides with shorter hair, consider donning a piece that completely covers your head. You can never go wrong with tons of bling, especially if you're looking to make a statement while walking down the aisle.

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Floral Glam

bride posing in a long sleeve wedding gown in front of a brick wall — Photo by Sanaz Photography

A glamorous crystal-embellished headband finishes off this otherwise streamlined ensemble. Also, check out how the floral detailing perfectly matches the design of the show-stopping dress.

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Art Deco Aesthetics

Bride in beaded dress with wedding hairstyle — Photo by TREEBIRD PHOTOGRAPHY

This bride went for a head-to-toe glitzy look with retro vibes. The glittering hair comb with crystal details mirrors the art deco theme of the dress beautifully.

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Flowing Florals

indian bride wearing a two piece pink lengha holding a wedding bouquet of calla lilies and baby's breath — Photo by Masson Liang Photography

A gilded veil of flowing floral adds an ethereal touch to any fashion-forward aesthetic. We love it even more in a fully pink ensemble á la this gorgeous bride.

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Embellished Braids

Fairytale-esque wedding hairstyle accented with hairpins — Photo by O'Malley Photographers

This bride accented her loosely plaited hair with beaded pins for her vineyard wedding. The result? A hairstyle that looks like it came straight out of a fairy tale.

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A Golden Veil

indian bride wearing all gold and gold jewelry — Photo by KT Merry

Between the tikka and golden veil, we absolutely can't get over this bride's regal aesthetic. It's a one-of-a-kind look for a one-of-a-kind bride.

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Delicate Crystals

side portrait of a bride showing off her crystal hair accessory — Photo by Terri Baskin Photography

A delicate crystal hair clip offers a peekaboo effect amongst these luscious curls. More specifically, consider this look for those highly anticipated getting-ready photos and if looking to make a statement while walking down the aisle.

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A Princess Tiara

Selling Sunset's Vanessa Villela posing in her strapless wedding dress while wearing a bridal tiara — Photo by Christine Flower

We're getting major princess vibes from this ethereal storybook ensemble. This bride's crystal tiara is practically floating atop her coiffed tendrils, perfectly positioned for a royal-inspired look.

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A Delicate Touch

a bride staring to the side while wearing a beaded wedding dress — Photo by Lauren Fair Photography

A romantic floral headband with rose gold and silver perfectly mimics the beading on this bride's dress. Looking to emulate similar vibes? Consider this as your sign to follow her exact lead.

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Crowning Glory

Bridal closeup of wedding hairstyle with bejeweled crown — Photo by Cinzia Bruschini

This laid-back low ponytail cleans up well with the addition of an old-world, intricate crown. The bejeweled topper exalts the effortless style to regal heights, fit for this bride's Florentine wedding.

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A Frosty Addition

Bride's wedding hairstyle adorned with crystal hairclips — Photo by Laura Gordon

A frosty accent is the perfect hair accessory for this wintry wedding. What's more, how luxurious does it look paired with that cozy winter-white wrap?

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A Double Band

bridal beauty shot of influencer Taelor Pawnell — Photo by Larisa Shorina

A vintage-inspired headband, with double bands, is the perfect touch for a minimalist bride. Seriously, don't they look just darling amidst her natural wedding day waves?

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Golden Vines

bride wearing a tiara of gold blooms and vines — Photo by Sydney Noelle Photography

Low buns are great for accentuating the face and exposing a bride's natural beauty. However, they look even better when paired with a golden headpiece in the silhouette of a floral crown.

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Vintage Vibes

Bridal portrait — Photo by Lauren Fair Photography

An intricate vintage crystal headband offers a dose of retro to this bridal look. Top with a flowing veil, and the aesthetic is nothing short of ethereal.

FAQ

Can artificial flowers be used as a hair accessory?

Definitely! Let your creativity run wild by incorporating a variety of artificial flowers into your bridal 'do. Not only will they hold up better than real flowers, but you'll be able to save them as a special memento after your wedding.
Should my bridesmaids have matching hair accessories?

This is totally up to you. Whether you want your entire bridal party to be matchy-matchy for photos or you want each bridesmaid to have a more distinctive look, there's no shortage of hair accessories to help bring your vision to life.