This Brigitte Bardot-Inspired Bridal Hair Is Flattering on Everyone

There are so many reasons to wear this elegant Brigitte Bardot-inspired hairstyle on your wedding day. First, Brigitte was an icon, which makes this a classic look you won't regret. The bouffant gives you height and elongates your face, while the glamorous waves add softness around cheekbones and décolleté. Celebrity stylist and DIY genius Sarah Potempa created (and modeled!) the look.

She says, "A half-up style is perfect if you can't decide between having your hair up or hair down. It is great to add structure to your look while still having movement in the hair. It also keeps your hair from falling in your face."

Keep reading to learn how to DIY it. Then see seven more gorgeous wedding hairstyles Sarah created exclusively for POPSUGAR!

Step 1
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Step 1

Use the Sarah Potempa Beachwaver S1 to curl your hair.

Step 2
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Step 2

Spray the Sarah Potempa On Set Brush with a flexible hair spray.​

Step 3
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Step 3

Tease the crown of the hair, running your brush back and forth over a section in the back.

Step 4
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Step 4

Open a Half Up, and pull hair through.

Step 5
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Step 5

Roll the Half Up upward toward the crown of hair.

Step 6
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Step 6

Push the ends of the Half Up down underneath hair, and pin to secure it.

The Final Look
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The Final Look