Style your big-day hairdo with a sparkling headpiece.
A crown can make any bride feel like royalty on her wedding day. From classic tiaras to modern headpieces, wearing one of these big-day accessories is an easy way to customize and elevate your bridal look. For starters, we love how the right tiara can add a pop of color and texture to your ensemble. Just take this bride, for example. Her Emma Katzka Bridal crown's mix of diamond-and-gold flowers added dimension to her soft, feminine makeup. A headpiece can be purposeful, too. If you are looking for a stylish way to keep your hairstyle or veil in place, a headband-like iteration will do the trick.
If you love the look of a crown, you'll be pleased to know that there as so many different types to choose from—so you can find one to complement your big-day look, whatever your style may be. From a bohemian-inspired crystal crown that offers earthy, natural flair to a dreamier Grecian accessory made of silver leaves, the options are endless. You can even wear a plexiglass version with a colorless finish that matches just about any contemporary look. Each option is guaranteed to add a regal finishing touch to any bride's ensemble.
Whether you wish to tie your wedding day's vibe into your outfit or upgrade your hairstyle with some sparkle and shine, a statement-making tiara or crown is the way to go. To that end, we've curated plenty of inspiration to help you decide which look is best for your celebration. After seeing how fashionable each newlywed looked on her big day, you'll want to walk down the aisle in your own dazzling headpiece.
Minimal Shine
If you're a self-proclaimed minimalist, a dainty beaded crown with a touch of shine, like this bride's, is a charming and understated way to elevate a simply elegant look.
Grecian Flair
Add Grecian flair to your big-day ensemble with a silver headpiece that resembles a greenery crown, like this bride's Naturae Designs accessory.
Delicate Crown
Style your no-fuss wedding hairstyle with a delicate gold crown, similar to this pearl-studded iteration from White Dresses Boutique, to add some colorful dimension to your laid-back appearance.
Statement Crown
Make like this bride and choose a hair accessory that pops. This golden crown added tons of drama to her otherwise simple ponytail.
Ornate Finishes
Wear an ornate tiara with mixed gold-and-silver finishes—this accessory is by Stephanie Browne—to give your big-day ensemble a vintage feel.
Boho Crystals
A crystal crown is the perfect accessory for a bohemian bride thanks to its natural look and laid-back vibe. We love how this Emma Katzka option complemented this casual bride's tan Gossamer gown, subtle Wild Ivory Beauty glam, and wind-blown hair.
Regal Style
Tying the knot somewhere inherently regal, like a castle? Choose a royal-inspired bridal look to match. This bride wowed her guests in a traditional gold-and-diamond tiara by Maria Elena as she walked down the aisle.
Bouquet-Inspired
Match your crown to your bouquet without using any fresh elements. This bride wore an Ellen Hunter gold leaf crown that nodded to the greenery in her clutch.
Paired with a Veil
If you can't decide between a headpiece or veil, opt for both. Just make sure your tiara makes a statement, like this tall Ayyara crown did, so it doesn't get lost when paired with a second accessory.
Natural Rattan
Add an earthy feel to your big-day look with a rattan crown, like this one by Verbena Madrid. The natural accessory is perfect for a beachy affair thanks to its eclectic and relaxed vibe.
Cohesive Beadwork
Mirror this bride and use your crown to enhance your wedding dress' best details; her floral headpiece by The Dress Theory matched the beadwork on her Jenny Packham gown.
Simple Accessory
Spotlight your wedding dress by forgoing statement necklaces and earrings that can distract from your outfit. Instead, model your look after this bride's and wear a simple, natural crown (hers is by Naturae Design) for a touch of sparkle that doesn't overpower your outfit.
Glamorous Combo
The combination of a tiara and red lip makes for a glamorous bridal look, as evidenced by this glowing bride. Paired with a bold pout, her sparkling headpiece by Bridal Jewelry Store offered an Old Hollywood feel.
Celestial Motif
Allude to your celestial wedding with a gold headpiece that resembles the sun—Amaroq Design created this one, which featured spikes that looked like the sun's rays.
Tiara Headband
Add a metallic accent to your wedding veil while also securing it in place with a gold headband-like crown. This bride's Bluethread Bridal veil cascaded down from her reflective Lelet NY hair accent.
Romantic and Feminine
Looking to make a statement with a unique accessory? A metallic rown that resembles fresh buds will do the trick, as evidenced by this bride's gold andromeda iteration by Mignonne Handmade.
Whimsically Modern
Just because you want to get married in a crown doesn't mean you have to opt for a royal-inspired one. This bride is proof. Her plexiglass crown by Tamar Navama, which appeared to be floating above her head for a whimsical, modern feel.
Double Crowns
Pair your braided crown hairstyle with an actual tiara to add dimension to your bridal glam. Carmelia Make Up complemented this textured bun with a classic Gaëta Bridal Couture headpiece for a stylish, but cohesive upgrade.
Sleek Updo
A smaller, headband-like crown can be a great tool for styling your hair. That's why this bride opted for an Aleksa Karina floral-inspired accessory. The leaves worked as a comb, giving her a sleek updo with volume on top.