First off, let’s define an updo. An updo is a hairstyle that is generally reserved for special occasions such as proms, weddings, graduations, and so forth. It’s a new hairstyle that is often fancier, sleeker, and more sophisticated than anything you’ve ever worn before. Updos are very common among teenagers attending proms and homecoming dances, and keep stylists busy several times a year as each girl tries to outdo her friends by attending events with the fanciest, curliest and most sophisticated hairstyle.

Updos are best for women who have hair that is at least 3 inches long at the bottom and 6 inches long at the top, though creative stylists can work with just about any style of hair. The use of wigs, hair extensions, and accent pieces are often used to help create amazing one-of-a-kind styles that provide that ever elusive “wow factor”.

However, before you decide on that awesome hairstyle for yourself, take several things into consideration. Are you going to be the bride, a member of the bridal party, or merely an attendee to the wedding? If you’re not the bride, be careful that you don’t upstage the bride’s hairstyle when choosing your updo. This is a definite no-no. Secondly, always know what your gown looks like and how it fits on you before you decide on an updo. In most cases, it is suggested that clients wishing a stylist to create an awesome updo also bring pictures of the dress that you will be wearing, and give the stylist information about what you’re trying to achieve.

Take into consideration the condition of your hair. Very thin hair does not hold positions as well as thicker hair, and the same goes for very short or very long hair. In addition, stylists encourage clients wanting a particular updo be able to remain flexible throughout the process. Let’s face it, some photos look fantastic on the model in the magazine, but will not fit your frame, face shape, or dress style. Be willing to remain open to suggestions from the stylist in order to create an updo that will create complements at the wedding, not quiet snickers.

When sitting for a wedding updo, be very willing and vocal throughout the styling process. If you decide that you don’t particularly care for the look early on in the process, ask the stylist to stop and perhaps try something else. There is nothing worse than attending a wedding with a hairstyle that you don’t like, any more than you would care to attend a wedding in a dress that doesn’t suit you. So speak up!

When considering a wedding updo, take into consideration your own hair type and texture, its length, and how well it generally holds curls. Explain your hair type to the stylist so that she or he may help you determine the best updo for your situation. Remember, this is not a simple process, but takes time, thought and patience. However, by following the guidelines provided above, you’ll be sure to achieve that wow factor.

Soon after a wedding, many couples decide to have kids.  The decision sometimes doesn’t come easy as one of the partners may want to have kids later in life.  The subject of having kids - when and how many - should definitely be discussed prior to the wedding.  You need to make sure you both share the same feelings on this important topic.

If one of you do not even want kids, and having kids is important to you, your significant other may not be as “significant” anymore.  But if you both do want kids,  you have to both agree on when.

Naming your child is also something you both have to come to an agreement on.  Many couples argue over what the names of their kids should be.  You may wish to name your child after your uncle Ben who you look up to, but your wife may want to name him after her grandfather who was a role model to her.

Therefore, it’s best to sit down and decide together.  My husband and I decided to write down 10 names that we both liked and compared our list.  If there was a match, that was the name.  If there was more than two matches, we’ll take a vote between all of our family members.  We thought it would be fun to get the entire family involved.

Did you and your significant other talk about kids before you got married?  And if you already have kids, how did you come up with the names(s) of your kid(s)?  Make a comment below or share it with Gagazine. (They are giving away a $50 Gift Card to Amazon.com and this is my shameless attempt at winning it).