Choosing a wedding hair accessory might have been my favorite part of the whole planning process—SO much less pressure than choosing a dress and a chance to add lots of personality for not a lot of money. I ended up choosing a gold leaf crown on Etsy when I got married five years ago (back then they were hard to find), but here are the new wedding hair accessory ideas I'd consider if I were getting married again tomorrow.
1. Bolder botanical accents Gold leaf crowns still add romantic character to a wedding hairstyle, but they've become pretty common. Now's a great time to wear a bigger and more unexpected nod to nature. This Jennifer Behr's Palm Comb is the perfect example; tucked in the back, it won't overpower your whole look, yet wedding guests will get to fully appreciate its bohemian/art deco flair as you pass down the aisle. If you love it, hurry, this comb's in the end-of-season sale for $90 (down from $625) at jenniferbehr.com.
2. Actual botanical accents Kim called hair foliage as a wedding hair accessory trend for 2015 (not surprising since we share a brain), and I think she's totally right. This is a fresh alternative for the bride who could pull off a flower crown but is looking for a little twist. You could design one that incorporates the same leaves as your bouquet, as seen in this photo posted by Paper Crown.
3. A "diamond" necklace for your hair Add a touch of twinkle without the princess vibe that you get with a tiara. This skinny Swarovski version by Liv Hart looks so sophisticated, especially draped atop hair that's worn in loose waves and won't be something your guests have seen a hundred times before. Shown here: Enchanted Atelier by Liv Hart Eloquence Headband, $275 at livhart.com.
Would you wear any of these more unexpected new hair accessory ideas for brides, or do you have something more traditional in mind? Tell us below!