How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

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Top 10 Hairstyles for One-Shoulder Dresses

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July 13, 2012, 7:44 AM

1. Olivia Munn
We've rounded up the top 10 celebrities who rock an off-the-shoulder dress and prove that one sleeve is just as good as two!

The Newsroom's Oliva Munn pairs her simple one-shoulder dress with a side-swept hairstyle to create an-easy-to-do symmetrical look.

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2. Emmy Rossum
Emmy Rossum created symmetry with her gold dress at the Critics' Choice Television Awards by pairing it with a side braid. To recreate a similar look, part your hair to the side, start to french braid loosely just above the right ear and finish in a ponytail. Use a light hold hairspray, such as Pantene Fine Hair Touchable Volume Flexible Hold Hairspray ($5, Soap.com) to keep in place all night.











3. Gwyneth Paltrow
Gwyneth Paltrow dressed up her one-shoulder look by tucking her long hair behind one ear and adding bold, dangling earrings for a stylish pop. By pulling hair to the side with the sleeve, you put the focus on your bare neck.


















4. Kelly Rowland
Kelly Rowland attended the VEGAS Magazine's 9th Anniversary Celebration with a bright one-shoulder dress and big bouncy curls. With a bold print like this, let hair hang on both sides so the print can take center stage.

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One of our favorite options when selecting clothing for special events or weddings is the one-shoulder dress. One-shoulder outfits are ideal for glam events and simply enhance your appearance. They can be the ideal fit for weddings and have been worn gracefully by many of our favorite celebrities.

But what are the best hairstyles for one shoulder wedding dress?

When discussing one-shoulder dresses, it’s crucial to remember that your hairstyle must compliment the vibe of your outfit.

This is because a one-shoulder dress’ distinctive design necessitates a hairdo that will highlight both your features and the attractiveness of your dress. So, picking the ideal hairdo for your one-shoulder dress is essential.

 

Elegant and Romantic Wedding Hairstyles For One-Shoulder Dresses

There are endless options for styling your wedding hair for a one should wedding dress, which may be intimidating, but we’ve made it easy for you!

We’ve curated a list of the top 20 beautiful wedding hairstyles that’ll pair with one-shoulder dresses. 

1. Loosely Tossled Up-Do

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

First up is a classic updo with a loosely tousled side braid and a low-side bun. A few wispy tendrils frame the bride’s face for a romantic feel. Such a beautiful look that is completed with a grand tiara and earrings. 

When you wear a one-shoulder wedding dress, you’ll always want to style your hair on the other bare-shoulder side so that you don’t hide any of the pretty details of your gown.

 

2. Grecian Beauty

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

We love how classy and sophisticated this Grecian wedding hairstyle looks. Taking a cue from her wedding dress which has an ethereal Grecian goddess style, this bride chose to wear her hair down in the back with her bangs pulled back with some volume for height. 

Soft and subtle tendrils add a level of romanticism, and to complete the look, she added a large gold choker.

 

3. Minimalist Ballerina Bun

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

For the bride that likes to keep things simple and elegant, this romantic wedding hairstyle has a ballerina bun with loose hair for a relaxed yet classy look. 

This is the perfect choice for her one-shoulder wedding dress because it has ruffles along the neckline. However, since the wedding dress has a little drama, it’s best to keep the wedding hairstyle simple.

 

4. Glamorous Voluminous Long Hair

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

WOW! What an incredible wedding hairstyle for long hair. Voluminous, glamorous, and unique with a slightly off-centered part, her hair has been curled to resemble rows of cascading locks.

 

5. Bouffant Updo + One-Shoulder Wedding Dress with Beading

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

No bride can ever go wrong with a classy bouffant updo. This bride chose a one-shoulder wedding dress with beading along the neckline, so a beautiful updo was a perfect choice. And we love a loose bouffant wedding hairstyle because it’s elegant.

 

6. Effortless Low Bun

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

Wearing a one-shoulder wedding dress with sequins means you can go casual with your hair. In this example, the bride has a low tight bun, like a knot, and then the rest of her hair is loose with face-framing tendrils.

It’s a romantic look accented perfectly with her soft and beautiful makeup.

 

7. Loose Curled Updo With Flowers

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

A pretty updo is in store when your wedding dress has a little drama from ruffles on the shoulder. For this bride, though, she didn’t want anything simple. So, her hair was curled, then loosely draped in sections, creating volume.

She accented it perfectly with some flowers to complete the look.

 

8. Vintage Hairstyle & Clip With White One-Shoulder Wedding Dress

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

When you have straight hair, it can be easy to style for your wedding. However, this bride wanted a vintage look, so she kept her hair down with soft curls and added a vintage veil clip.

 

9. Long & Luscious Curls

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

Glamorous long and voluminous curls with a bit of height at the crown of her head, a dainty wedding headband, and a bold red lip create an ultra-chic look for this bride. Simply beautiful.

 

10. Embrace Your Natural Curls

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

African American brides love to flaunt their curls from time to time, and weddings shouldn’t be an exception in this case. So now is the moment to shine if you have naturally curly black hair, or in this case, red hair!

Define your curls with the right products and style them to capture everyone’s attention to keep everything on your big day pure and lovely. Consider this image as an example. 

The stunning woman with the dreamiest curls is sporting a gorgeous one-shoulder dress!

Her hair looks so healthy, and the beauty of her curls doesn’t even need to be described. So on your big day, attempt this look if your hair is comparable to mine.

 

11. Whimsical Updo With Side Braid

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

The most romantic wedding updo with a side braid and volume at the crown of her head creates a whimsical and elegant hairstyle. A few soft curls in the back complete this beautiful wedding hairdo.

 

12. Medium Length Hair With Soft Waves

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

Shoulder-length wedding hair doesn’t need to be boring! If you want to keep things simple, let the beauty of your one-shoulder wedding dress and glamorous, elegant rhinestone earrings shine. A side part and volume on top flow into graceful curls for a fun and flirty look.

 

13. Short Side Braid

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

For a fun wedding hairstyle, pull your hair to the side in a braid, pull some loose hair around the face and add a pop of color with a bright blue headband with a ribbon that’s fed through the braid.

 

14. Short Platinum Blonde Hair With Headband

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

If you have short hair, you can keep it simple as this bride did. Get a fresh new color treatment, add some soft curls, a little volume on top, and a rhinestone tiara for an elegant and romantic wedding day hairstyle.

 

15. Spanish Wedding Hairstyle

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

Traditional Spanish hairstyles for ladies frequently feature three elements: a bun, a center part, and some decorative accents (often floral).

In addition, Spanish hairstyles have traditionally been pinned up and away from the neck, reflecting the requirement for the culture to keep the hair out of the way.

If you want to make a statement and appear regal for your wedding, go for a much more dramatic Spanish hairstyle. Traditional Spanish hairstyles like the center part and low chignon are kept current with those contemporary additions. 

The bold red flower and lipstick are a tradition in Flamenco hairstyles, and it looks incredible here. This Spanish or Flamenco wedding hairstyle is sleek, sexy, and has a vintage vibe. We adore this look.

 

16. Elegant Wedding Updo With Pin Curls

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

For an elegant wedding hairdo, wear your hair up with pin curls in the back and a romantic headband around the bun. A full updo that’s sophisticated and classy allows your natural beauty to shine.

 

17. Wild Curls With Yellow Flowers

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

This style is lovely for a garden or backyard wedding. It’s an updo with large, wild curls and yellow flowers pinned inside. It’s whimsical, fun, and oh-so-pretty.

 

18. Glamorous Retro Wedding Updo

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

Consider this look if you want to wear a vintage updo to your wedding. Also, this hairstyle is vintage-chic if you wish to have a themed wedding or just love the Roaring Twenties. 

To achieve the look, the hair is swooped across the forehead, tucked under on the side, and all the hair in the back is smoothed into a large, sleek bun. It’s a glamorous hairstyle.

 

19. Bridal Bangs With Finger Waves

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

What a classy and edgy wedding hairstyle with bangs! A slight lavender hair color that’s tucked under in the back and has long bangs down one side that is curled with finger waves. Super chic and a little vintage.

 

20. Natural Curls Slicked Down

How to wear hair with one shoulder dress
How to wear hair with one shoulder dress

Just do this when you’re a simple bride that doesn’t need a lot of fuss. Wear your hair in your natural curly style, but slick it down and add a small ponytail in the back. Pull a few whisps of hair around the ears, and call it a day. 

These hairstyles for one shoulder wedding dress will look fantastic with your clothing, and you will definitely be the belle of the ball.

Give these hairstyles a try with your gorgeous one-shoulder dress, whether it’s your wedding day or a fancy formal event you’ve been looking forward to attending. We’re confident that your presence will be the talk of the neighborhood and that you’ll return time and time for this look.

How do you make a one shoulder dress look good?

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Who should wear one shoulder dresses?

One-shoulder dresses are actually perfect for curvy women. They highlight beautiful curves and are very flattering. A fitted one-shoulder dress that is above the knee is a great choice, especially if it has a slit on the side.

How should I wear my hair with an off the shoulder wedding dress?

Off-the-Shoulder: Piecey Updo Since this neckline is all about soft beauty, you'll want to keep things piecey. "Pulling out a few pieces of hair at the front would be the perfect pair to this dress style," Temur says.