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Finding the right hairstyle for your wedding is no easy task. There are so many styles to choose from: an updo, a chignon, a ponytail, have your hair blown out or a myriad of other options.

Many brides decide to grow their hair from the moment they get engaged to ensure that their locks are as long as possible so they can get the ‘do they want. But for those of us who don’t have the time to wait for longer locks, or want to add some volume or curls, I found the perfect product for you.

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Jessica Simpson and her hairstylist, Ken Paves, have partnered with Hair U Wear to create Hairdo - a line of hair extensions that you can easily put into your own hair, or have a stylist add for you.

There are 15 different shades of hair colors and 6 different styles so you’re sure to find a color that matches your hair as well as the right style. The hair can be cut or trimmed by your stylist for the perfect “fit” and you can also pull it back, to the side or up so you can get the hairstyle you want.

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I went to Bendel’s to have a professional stylist put in the 18” wavy hair extensions in my hair, and I couldn’t believe how great they looked. (As you can see from my illustration above I have short hair.) Once I find, or buy, a new cord for my camera I’ll upload the photos so you can see how great it looked.

The extensions cost between $90-100 for the Vibralite fiber hair (not real hair) or $500 for the human hair styles. Click here for a list of online sites that sell Hairdo.

And just like yesterday’s post on brightening your smile, after your wedding, you can take these clip-in extensions out and wear them again and again.

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One of the things I would change from my wedding was my hairstyle. I didn’t want a tiara and ended up wearing my hair half-up with a ribbon trimmed Cathedral veil. I wore the veil through the cocktail hour and wrapped the excess tulle around my arm, but when it came time to eat and dance, I removed it so it didn’t tear or get pulled out of my hair leaving a very messy look.

I wish I had taken the time to find either a comb or hair pins to place in my hair after the veil was removed, because looking back at my pictures, I think I needed something there. My face was all made-up and I had this beautiful ball gown on and then my brown hair – nothing special.

Whether or not you end up putting something in your hair, definitely try a few options during your hair trial so you get an idea of what may work well for you.

The image above is from Kelly Spence, a UK designer that makes beautiful wedding day jewelry, tiaras, hairpins and veils. Based across the pond, Kelly does not charge a shipping fee for orders placed in the States. After selecting one of Kelly's necklaces for an upcoming story, she told us that for the months of August and September she will offer readers of the From “I Will” to “I Do” blog an additional 10% off their order – just include the following promotional code on your order form - IVW0710.


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Many brides purchase, or get a cute “bride” outfit to wear while they are getting ready the morning of the wedding. Whether you get a custom “Soon to be Mrs. Jones” top, a shirt that reads “Bride” or just grab something from the closet, it’s very important to wear something with buttons or a zipper.

Here’s why: After hours of stylists getting your hair and makeup just right, you don’t want – and in some cases may not be able to – pull your shirt over your head. It’ll be easier and mess-free to unbutton or unzip something. I’ve heard many stories of brides you had to be cut out of t-shirts and tank tops because pulling them off was not an option.

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If you don’t have a good top to wear and want something you can wear after the wedding, pick up an Ankh hoodie – available in black, white and pink. And you can even get a pair of matching of cotton pants or shorts – great for pre and post-wedding workouts, and the flight to your honeymoon!



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