Decide on a hairstyle before you choose your veil or headpiece.

Play with a few styles before finalising your look.

Visit your hairstylist at least six months before the wedding to set up a hair care regimen.

Touch up your existing hair colour two weeks before the wedding.

Prepare a hair emergency kit for reception touch ups.

Think about whether your hairstyle will hold up at an outdoor wedding.

Match your hairstyle to your gown in degree of formality.

Consider extensions and hairpieces to add volume for special hairstyles.

Plan special hairstyles for the bridal shower and rehearsal dinner.

Get a final trim two weeks before the wedding.

Wear a buttoned-down shirt to your wedding day hair session.

Talk to your hairstylist to set a shampooing and conditioning schedule for the days before the wedding.

Add a bit of glitter to your hair -- just be sure to try it out in advance.

Invest in a good haircut. You'll need less styling if you have a good foundation.

Decide if you will remove your veil after the ceremony. You'll need to adjust your hairstyle accordingly.

Have your hairdresser practice with your veil tiara.