Wedding Hair

FAQs

How does it work?

How do you want to look on your big day? No idea? Have something in mind but not sure? Have a scrap book or Pinterest page full of pictures? Or do you know exactly what you want? Whichever category you’re in, it’s always advisable to have a trial before your actual wedding day. After an initial phone call or email to make sure I’m available on your wedding day, I’ll suggest some dates to book in a trial which will be held wherever you want it to be – usually your own home or a parent’s place. I’m more than happy for you to bring along your bridesmaid(s)/mother/friend so you have another opinion, but make sure you’re able to ultimately decide for yourself what it is you like!

I’ll also put together an Estimate of costs and email you a document so you have it for your budget. This can be changed at any time should you decide to add, (or take away anyone).

Shall I collect/show you pictures of what I want?

Yes please! Collect some pictures of brides’ hairstyles from magazines or try searching on Google or even better, create a ‘board’ on Pinterest. These will not only show me the sort of ‘look’ you’re after it will give me a sense of your style and what you want to achieve. Have a look at some inspirational bridal looks that I have on my Pinterest page, it’ll give you a sense of my style too and what I think looks beautiful. Having said all of that, please be realistic, pictures from magazines of certain hair are fantastic, but it won’t make you look like the girl in the picture! However, working with each other you will look beautiful and feel amazing, I have no doubt about that.

What happens on a trial run?

When I meet you for the first time I like to let you do the talking. I want you to tell me what it is you’re after, tell me all about your plans – your colour theme, your flowers, what your bridesmaids or flower girls are wearing, your venue, your dress, (if I’m allowed to know), all of this information is invaluable to me and it gives me a great sense of who you are and what you like or dislike. We’ll talk about what you have in mind for your look and go through what will and won’t work.

We’ll talk about how you wear your hair on a day-to-day basis, whether you would prefer it up and out of the way for the whole day or whether you’re happier with it down, (this could depend on the time of year you’re getting married). It’s at the trial where you can tell me if you’ll be wearing a veil, tiara or any other head piece, or if you’re undecided at that point I’m happy to give my advice or opinion.

If I’m honest, I think a bride’s hair always looks more sophisticated and elegant when it’s her own, but we all need a little help with some things occasionally. If that is the case, we can chat about hair pieces to lengthen, thicken or change a look at the trial. I’m likely to suggest you buy your own clip-in pieces so that you’re happy with them and you’re able to colour match. I can work with whatever you have and am happy to point you in the right direction of where to purchase.

Can I take photos at the trial?

Yes, absolutely! Once we’ve finished a ‘look’, I like to take a few informal pictures on my iPhone not only to show you how you look from different angles but also for you to refer to once I’m gone. I know what I’m like and would want to have a look at myself in different lights and take a few shots of myself to see how I’m going to look to others. It will also show how different you can look in a photo. There’s a happy medium we need to achieve between looking great to others in real-life, (you are the centre of attention after all) and looking fabulous in your photos.

When should I have a trial?

The best time to have a trial is whenever you’re ready! The only thing to think of, is if your big day is a year down the line and you’re growing your hair its probably best to do it a bit nearer the time, likewise with a colour, if you will be having a drastic change or even highlights and you don’t think you can visualise everything until you’ve had it done, then maybe book something for after. An even better thing to do is try and book your dress fitting on the day of your trial so you’ll get to see the overall look!

How long does a trial take?

After chatting and going through ideas/pictures I’d allow up to two hours.

How long will everything take on the day?

We can talk about timings for your wedding day i.e. what time you need to be ready and what time I should arrive, once you’ve confirmed what you want and if there are any other members of the bridal party wanting anything done.

What if I change my mind about the style I want?

After the trial, I’m always on hand to answer any questions or queries you may have and any change of heart decisions as to what you thought you liked and now don’t. If that is the case, it may be advisable to book another trial to get it right but talking through any tweaks is fine and I’m never offended! That’s what a trial is all about after all.

Someone in my bridal party want’s their hair done too, whats your maximum?

If you think other members of your bridal party would like their hair done on your wedding day, then they are more than welcome to book a separate trial in if they want to. I’m also happy to meet and chat to them at YOUR trial if they just need a little guidance.

Numbers I can accommodate depend on the timings of the day and what it is I’m doing but realistically, and as a guide I’d say anywhere between 6 to 10 heads!

Should there be a big number of you in the party and depending on timings on the day, I have an assistant that I can bring along to help me get everybody ready in time, but that’s something we can talk about and confirm at, or after the trial run.

What confirmation will I get?

Once the trial is complete and you’ve confirmed all the details for the day with me, I’ll create a ’running order’ and confirm timings by email so you’ll know things like when I’ll be arriving plus start/finish times for each person.

You’ll also get a final invoice via email so you know where you are with your budget.

How does payment work?

When booking a trial with me I ask for a non refundable deposit of £50 which is redeemable against the cost of your trial and also secures your wedding date in my diary.

Payment for the remaining amount of the trial is to be paid on the day of the trial.

If you’re happy to go ahead for your wedding day, I ask for another non-refundable deposit of £50 for confirmation, and the remaining cost to be paid the week prior to your big day or cash on the day if you prefer. 

Payments to be made ideally by online bank transfer, or I have a contactless card machine.