If you are planning to get married in London, you know the difficulty of the important decisions that you need to make: location, theme, colours and many more. If you're getting hitched in the beautiful southwest region of Richmond, bridal parties will be well catered for.

Once you have made the big decisions (like location) you'll need to get started on the finer (just as important) issues like dresses and hairstyles for the day. If you speak directly to some of the wedding dress shops in Richmond, bridal guidance can be gleaned from the knowledgeable staff. They can point you in the direction of some great local hairdressers and even suggest hairstyles and accessories that will complement your look on the day. One of the first things you need to decide is whether you want to wear your hair up or down, and then you can plan the accessories that will put the perfect finishing touches on your overall look.

Wearing your hair up

There are some simple and obvious pros and cons to deciding to wear your hair up for your wedding day. In Richmond, bridal hairstylists will be able to walk you through the best options for updo's, because not all styles are created equal! You will first need to discuss the dress, your venue and your own personal preferences with the stylist, who can then take into account your face shape, style and all the other factors to suggest an ideal type of upswept look. For a classically styled wedding, you can go for a traditional updo that is reminiscent of the stars of the 60s. If your wedding is glamorous and more vintage, then perhaps you should consider the 40s victory curls and rolls of that era. But no matter what you decide, consider looking through books and magazines for your wedding day updo well in advance so you can try different things.

Wearing your hair down

When you are deciding on what to do with your hair on the big day, Richmond bridal hairdressers will be there to help you make the best decision every step of the way. If you are a fan wearing your hair down, they will assist you to plan the look with your dress and venue in mind. If you are having a more relaxed wedding, or one that is in an outside venue in the spring or summer, or even on the water's edge, consider going for a more free-flowing look with light curls and natural waves. There is always the option, as well, to do a bit of both with your hair. Sometimes what works best for your particular style and theme may be a partial updo to give you the best of both worlds. This is a great option to consider if you are planning on having an outdoor wedding with a backup venue indoors in case the traditional London weather acts up on your big day. The casual elements of flowing locks can easily be offset by the styled and upswept top part of your hair, giving you a beautiful and modern style for your big day.

Whatever your decision, a professional stylist will be proactive in ensuring you look like a princess on your most special of days.