From the Bridal Beauty Experts at Updos For I Dos
Summer wedding season is in full swing! If there’s one thing we know after years of styling thousands of brides, it’s that the perfect summer hairstyle should enhance your natural beauty while also surviving the heat, humidity, and happy tears. Whether you’re tying the knot oceanside, dancing under twinkling lights on a rooftop, or saying “I do” in a sun-drenched vineyard, your bridal look deserves a hairstyle that’s as memorable (and stunning!) as your big day!
Our team at Updos For I Dos has been so busy this season creating customized hair looks across the East Coast, from Jacksonville to D.C., and we’re excited to share the top trending wedding hairstyles of 2025 with you! The styles this summer have been photo-flawless, crafted to last, and oh-so stunning! Let’s dive in!
Mid-High Tousled Bun
This is the go-to style for brides who want something timeless, with a twist! The mid-high bun typically sits right around the crown, higher than your classic chignon but lower than a topknot, giving the perfect balance of structure and softness. We love adding a little texture and face-framing pieces to keep it feeling effortless and romantic!
Why we love trendy high-piled buns
This style elongates your neck, works beautifully with veils or hairpieces, and stays in place all night (even when the dance floor gets wild!).
High-piled buns are great for:
Classic brides who want to look modern and elegant without feeling overdone!
Pro Tip:
If you’re not sure if you have enough hair to pull off this stunning style, chat with your Updos artist during your pre-wedding hair trial about adding a hair cushion or clip-in extensions!
Party Ponytails For Brides: Sleek or Curled
Ponytails have officially become a wedding-day showstopper, if you ask us! Brides (and bridesmaids!) are loving this style for its comfort, cool factor, and major wow moments.
Choose a sleek ponytail for a polished, chic-city vibe! We love to see this style paired with a satin halter style dress.
Or, opt for a curled ponytail to add soft, romantic movement with lots of bounce!
Why we love Party Pony’s:
It’s secure, sweat-proof, and easy to personalize with accessories or extensions. Additionally, we love bridal ponytails for their extreme versatility; a ponytail can truly be tweaked and styled to compliment basically any style of bride or bridesmaid dress!
Great for:
Modern brides, high-humidity settings, and late-night hairstyle changes!
Pro Tip:
Add extensions to create a fuller ponytail.
Chic & Simple Low Buns
Minimal brides, this one’s for you! A low bun is clean, elegant, and absolutely timeless. Whether it’s perfectly smooth or softly textured, this style keeps the focus on your dress, makeup, and glowing skin!
Why we love sleek low buns:
This style holds up beautifully in hot weather, looks amazing from all angles, and compliments basically every dress neckline!
Great for:
Chic, classic brides, and anyone who cannot stand the feeling of hair sticking to their neck in the summer heat!
Low Messy Buns
We call this the “perfectly undone” look! Low messy buns are soft, textured, and a little bit playful, ideal for outdoor weddings and our relaxed summer brides!
This style pairs beautifully with boho dresses, floral accessories, and natural makeup looks. We often leave a few wisps or tendrils loose to soften the face and create the most romantic, airy finish!
Why we love messy buns for brides:
It’s low-maintenance but full of personality, and it doesn’t mind a summer breeze!
Messy buns are great for:
Garden weddings, beach ceremonies, and brides who want something a little less polished but still special.
Effortless Waves
Are you itching to wear your hair down on your wedding day? You’re in good company. Loose waves, whether beachy, brushed out, or barely-there, are a forever favorite for our summer brides!
This style is all about movement, softness, and shine. It looks amazing with literally any wedding dress neckline and it translates beautifully across every hair length and texture!
Why we love soft waves for summer brides:
This style is effortlessly beautiful, flattering for every face shape, and perfect for romantic summer photos!
This style is great for:
Laid-back brides, beachy weddings, and brides who feel most like themselves wearing their hair down.
Pro Tip:
Ask us about incorporating clip-in extensions to create a fuller look.
The Best Hairstyles for Summer Brides
At Updos For I Dos, we believe every bride deserves to feel confident, beautiful, and completely themselves on their big day! Whether you’re dreaming of a soft updo, a flirty ponytail, or loose waves, our team of expert stylists is here to bring your vision to life, and make sure it lasts through every toast, tear, and twirl on the dance floor!
Are you ready to lock in your wedding-day glam squad? We serve brides across Maryland, Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., Charleston, and beyond, and we’d love to be part of your dream team! Follow this link here to begin your wedding beauty booking process, we can’t wait to chat with you!
Cover Photo Credit: Jessica Smith Photography
