If you grew up binging 27 Dresses, you are likely now in your own real-life version of the plotline. Around your mid-to-late twenties, friends from college, high school, your new city, and beyond will begin sporting shiny new rocks on their left hands—meaning you’ll soon have a bevy of fun events to get glammed up for. But whether you’re a seasoned bridesmaid or your first stint is on the horizon, you will likely soon receive a text asking if you want to opt in to professional hairstyling or figure it out on your own. Who What Wear beauty editors have been in this situation quite a few times, but we have access to celebrity hairstylists who can give extra guidance on what makes a bridesmaid hairstyle not just look great, but red carpet-ready.

“A great bridesmaid hairstyle should feel polished and elevated, but never overly fussy,” says professional hairstylist and textured hair expert Tippi Shorter. “Bridesmaids are often on the move throughout the day, whether it’s helping the bride, wrangling a flower girl, or navigating unexpected weather—so the style should be comfortable, secure, and able to hold up through it all,” she adds. Celebrity hairstylist Sunnie Brook adds that both the neckline of your bridesmaid dress and your hair texture are additional factors to consider. “The best choice photographs beautifully but still moves,” says Brook. “I usually lean into a look that will look timeless years later when you look back on those lifetime memories.”