The Ultimate Easy-Breezy Beach Waves Hair Tutorial For Brides

Some brides want to look like a princess out of a fairy tale on their wedding day, while more low-key ladies opt for something simple: beach waves. The relaxed oceanside curl has become a staple — even for A-listers on the red carpet — and it can juxtapose an elegant gown to give you a cool-girl edge. But you need not sit seashore to get the salty look. Celebrity hair genius Sarah Potempa created an aptly named rotating curling iron, the Beachwaver, which can give you said waves in just five minutes (editor tried and tested!).

"This style is still glamorous yet very easy to do yourself," explains Sarah. "You can use the Beachwaver to create this beautiful hair look without a team of stylists and hours of prep."

If you're set on doing your own makeup and hair for your big day, then keep reading. Then see seven more gorgeous wedding hairstyles Sarah created exclusively for POPSUGAR!

Step 1
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Step 1

Section hair using the Sarah Potempa Darby Clips.

Step 2
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Step 2

Curl you hair using the Sarah Potempa Beachwaver S1. Hold the barrel vertically, and leave the ends out when you curl.

Step 3
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Step 3

Press the rotation button in the direction of the desired curl (you control the rotation).

Step 4
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Step 4

Spray with a flexible hair spray, and tousle with fingers.

The Final Look
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The Final Look