Indian weddings are pure madness- a beautiful, chaotic, high-energy rollercoaster where you’re juggling outfits, functions, dance practices, nosy relatives, and, of course, hair that needs to stay perfect through it all.
That’s why most of us run straight to a salon, because who wants hair that refuses to match the vibe at a wedding where every second feels like a grand cinematic moment, imagine: your dupatta could get tangled in his watch like the perfect meet-cute?
But here’s the thing: salons are expensive and time-consuming. You walk in with a dream Pinterest look and walk out wondering, I look nothing like that! Not to mention the endless waiting, unnecessary heat damage, and the forced smile you have to hold while pretending to love your overpriced hairstyle.
What if you could get better-than-salon wedding Hairstyles for Women at home?
So, baes in this blog we’re sharing super easy wedding hairstyles for women that you can totally DIY( no parlor didi needed) for every function. And at the end, we’ll also tell you about the one and only hairstyling tool that will help you create these indian wedding function hairstyles without any hassle.
Let’s get styling. 💖
Mehendi Hairstyles
Mehendi is all about sitting pretty for hours while everyone draws leafy art on your hands, and trust us, you don’t want your hair falling on your face every five minutes. Plus, you’ve got to look cute for those candids in your amazing outfit and floral jewelry.
Here are two super cute hairstyles that are mehendi function-approved-
1. Half-Up Braided Crown with Soft Waves
Vibe: Boho, breezy, Pinterest core
Best for: Showing off that floral jewelry + keeping hair out of your face.
1. Start by applying heat protectant on your hair - always protect before you style bae.
2. Section your hair from ear to ear: one crown section and 2 side sections.
3. Now, gently detangle your hair.
4. Take a thin section of your hair and glide your styler straight down to straighten your hair.
5. From the mid-length, wrap your hair around your styler.
6. Hold for 5-8 seconds and then release. Repeat this across all sections to get those soft, bouncy waves.
7. Now, take the front left and front right sections and make a braid on both sides.
8. Pin both the braids at the back of your head.
9. Apply a hair serum/spray at the end to set your style.
Pro Tip: Tuck in tiny flowers along the braid or clip a cute maangtikka for that perfect mehendi-ready look.
2. Bubble Braid Ponytail
Vibe: Cool girl, effortless glam.
Best for: Dancing with mehendi hands, looking cute in candids, and not stressing about touch-ups every 5 mins
1. Start by applying heat protectant on your hair.
2. Section your hair from ear to ear: one crown section and 2 side sections.
3. Now, gently detangle your hair.
4. Take a thin section of your hair and glide your styler straight down to straighten your hair
5. Tie your hair in a mid or low ponytail- whatever feels cute.
6. Add another rubber band/elastic 2-3 inches down.
7. Now, gently tug the hair between the elastics to fluff it out into a cute little bubble.
8. Repeat this 2-3 times to create that full bubble braid.
9. Apply a hair serum/spray at the end to set your style.
Pro Tip: Pull out a few face-framing strands for that messy-but-intentional vibe. You can swap out regular elastics with mini floral scrunchies, or dainty beaded hair ties for a more dressed-up look..
Sangeet Hairstyles
The Sangeet is not the time for basic hair, bae. It is your red carpet moment- selfies, thumkas, and all those dramatic dances.
Your outfit’s giving. Your makeup’s fire. And your hair? It better bring the volume, vibe, and the main character energy from every angle.
So here are 2 bomb hairstyles that’ll survive every London Thumakda and Taare Gin Gin.
1. Big Bouncy Blowout
Vibe: Big hair, bigger energy
Best for: Hair flips and dramatic head turns.
1. Start by applying a heat protectant to prep your skin
2. Section your hair from ear to ear: one crown section and 2 side sections.
3. Now, gently detangle your hair.
4. Take a section from one of the sides. Place the blow brush inward, near the roots, and roll the brush slowly away from the face to the ends.
5. Use high tension while you roll - the tighter the roll, the bigger the bounce.
6. And there you go, it's done- so easy!
7. Repeat this on the rest of your hair.
Pro Tip: To lock in all that bounce and movement, finish with a hairspray; it keeps the drama in your hair, not your day.
2. Sleek High Ponytail
Vibe: Snatched, sassy, and smoothAF.
Best for: Slaying every step- no flyaways, no fuss.
1. Start by applying heat protectant on your hair.
2. Section your hair from ear to ear: one crown section and 2 side sections.
3. Now, gently detangle your hair.
4. Take a thin section of your hair and glide your styler straight down to straighten your hair.
5. Repeat this on all the sections.
6. Use a flat brush to gather all your hair into a high ponytail at the crown. Keep it tight and clean as you pull it up.
7. Tie this ponytail using a strong elastic.
8. Take a small strand from the ponytail, wrap it around the elastic to hide it, and pin it neatly underneath.
9. Use your styler again and run it over the ponytail length for that sleek, snatched vibe.
10. Apply a hair serum/spray at the end to set your style.
Pro Tip: Add a bold accessory- like a blingy clip or a mini scrunchie. It keeps the look clean and gives it that little extra “main character” moment.
3. Wedding Hairstyles
This is the look. The one that’ll live in family albums, reels, and your mom’s DP forever. Everything needs to be perfect, and your hair? Absolutely no compromises.
So let’s get you two looks that bring the tradition, the glam, and the zero-stress styling you deserve.
1. Sleek Low bun
Vibe: Classic clean, no-nonsense shaadi slay
Best for: Hugging 50+ relatives and being a walking Pinterest board for wedding goals.
1. Start by applying heat protectant on your hair.
2. Section your hair from ear to ear: one crown section and 2 side sections.
3. Now, gently detangle your hair.
4. Take a thin section of your hair and glide your styler straight down to straighten your hair.
5. Repeat this on all the sections.
6. Use a tail comb to get that perfect middle part.
7. Pull hair into a low ponytail and twist it into a neat bun at the nape of your neck. Secure with pins.
8. Apply a hair serum/spray at the end to set your style.
Pro tip: Take a fresh gajra and wrap it around the bun. You’ll smell like a dream and look like one, too.
2. Sleek Gajra Braid
Vibe: Divine and desi-core dream.
Best for: stealing hearts (and compliments), and adding a floral finish to your desi glam
1. Start by applying heat protectant on your hair.
2. Section your hair from ear to ear: one crown section and 2 side sections.
3. Now, gently detangle your hair.
4. Take a thin section of your hair and glide your styler straight down to straighten your hair.
5. Repeat this on all the sections.
6. Go for a clean center part (or side part if that’s your vibe).
7. Pull your hair into a low ponytail, braid it neatly, and secure with a hair tie.
8. Take a fresh jasmine gajra and either:
- Wrap it at the base of the braid,
- Pin it in clusters along the braid for that shaadi softness
9. Apply a hair serum/spray at the end to set your style.
Pro tip - Keep a mini perfume in your clutch and dab a little onto your gajra- it’s giving a fragrance that lasts through pheras, pictures,
Okay, but who’s doing your hair?
For all the stunning hairstyles we just gave you- from mehendi to shaadi, you don’t need to beg your parlor wali didi for any appointment.
You just need one styling bestie that shows up for every function: Bombae’s 3-in-1 Multistyler aka Hairess.
Here’s why she is the real MVP:
1. 3-in-1 Styling: Hairess comes with two powerful attachments:
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A dryer head to dry your hair quickly and prep it for styling
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A volumizer-cum-styler to smooth, straighten, curl, or add bounce- depending on the look you’re going for
Both of these attachments allow you to create infinite hairstyles with just 1 tool.
2. Frizz Free Finish: Hairess contains Ionic technology, which helps you to lock in moisture and smooths out frizz and flyaways, leaving you way more put together.
3. Adjustable Temperature Control: With four heat and airflow settings—Cool, Low, Medium, and High- you can style according to your hair type.
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Low-Medium: Perfect for fine or thin hair
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High: Great for thick, curly, or textured hair
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Cool shot: Locks in your final look and adds shine
4. Fast Drying & Styling: The high-speed, 360° airflows dry hair faster while distributing heat evenly, so your hair gets styled faster without random hot spots.
Because let’s be honest, you’ve got 3 outfit changes and zero time to waste.
Styled Once, Stays Stunning All Night
From chaotic dance practices to grand bridal entries, Indian weddings are non-stop madness- and in the middle of all the outfit changes, emotional hugs, and baraat moves, your hair should be the last thing you stress about.
That’s where Bombae’s hairess steps in. No overpriced salons, no last-minute disasters- just you, your style, and the right tools to make it all effortless. With Hairess, you get volume, sleekness, and long-lasting styles that survive every hug, twirl, and emotional meltdown.
So go on- flip that hair, dance your heart out, and enjoy the wedding season the way it’s meant to be. Because when you’ve got the right tools, great hair isn’t just a dream- it’s a reality.
Bombae’s Hairstyling range: For the wedding season, and every season after.
