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For A Stress Free Wedding Morning
GIVE YOUR BRIDAL PARTY AN ALLOTED TIME SLOT!
We are fairly tight for time on your wedding morning, especially if there is a large bridal party. I will work alongside your make up artist to tag team your bridal party, however please make sure they are punctual as this will keep your morning on time!
BRIDES- DONT GO LAST!
I know there is temptation for you to go last so your hair and make up will last, however if your morning is running behind, in the nicest way possible- we do not want you to be the one that is rushed! We use fantastic products that will last all day regardless of where you go in the que. I would recommend going 3rd. This will also give you time to sit in your hair and make up and make sure your 100% happy with it before you leave, and if any changes or touch ups are needed before you go we will have time for this.
CUT OUT YOUR LABELS!
Please cut out your labels on all your dresses the night before. Check stickers are off the bottom of shoes and off your veil. If you forget delegate this to somebody- and pack scissors! Its surprising how much time is wasted on the morning hunting around for a pair of scissors and trying to peel the stickers off shoes.
MAKE A MORNING PLAYLIST!
Surprisingly a lot of venues do not have speakers in the bridal prep room. I always try to pack my Bluetooth speaker, just in case as there is nothing worse than no atmosphere on your wedding morning. Please create a playlist and also download it prior to the morning. Some venues have rubbish Wi-Fi and the playlist wont stream live.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR BRIDAL TRIAL
Is there a time limit?
When you book your package with myself I want you to have the best experience possible so my trials are included within our packages. We have three bridal packages available, depending on your chosen package your trial will last between 1.5 hour-2.5 hours, with a luxury option of me travelling to you! With in your package you will have an option to try one or two styles. This will stop you getting over whelmed with choice. Please save pictures of hairstyle that you love (and dislike too!) This will give me a full idea of what you picture your wedding hair to look like. If you are looking to try Hollywood waves, this is only available on our "The Dream Catcher" and "The Sunrise to Moonlight" package.
What do I need to bring?
Please bring your inspo pictures and any accessories you have already purchased. If you are unsure of what accessories you wanted to go for, DON’T PANIC! I have a wide selection on accessories I can recommend where to purchase and can point you in the right direction. If you are intending on wearing a veil and have it already please bring this with you also.
Will I need hair extension?
Depending on your hair thickness and style required around 60% of hairstyles that I am shown by brides require hair extensions. Please don’t be scared of them. Hair extensions are great for making your style to last all day. If your hair struggles to hold a curl, they will give your natural hair volume and hidden structure for your hair to hold on to. I would recommend clip in hair extensions. I wouldn’t recommend spending hundreds of pound on permanent ones especially as its for one day. Clip in hair extensions are affordable, light weight and a great to use as they can be placed exactly where they are needed and are easily hidden. Prices are between £100-£200 depending on how much hair is required. Depending on your chosen package, included with your "The Golden Hour" Package I can recommend where to purchase them from. If you have chosen out "The Dream Catcher" or "the Sunrise to Moonlight" package you will get a free hair extension consultation within your package where I colour match them to your hair colour, order and prep them ready for your day, so you are ready to go, stress free!.
**Any hair extensions purchased for you wedding day are additional to all packages and will be added to your final invoice**
When do I wash my hair?
For your bridal trial, if you are having an up-do or down do and your hair does not get too greasy, please wash your hair the night before, apply a light heat protector, and dry as smooth as possible. The next day at your trial I will prep the hair with the perfect products to give your hair added texture and to ensure your style lasts.
This will also apply on your wedding day.
If your bridesmaid/ maid of honour is not having a trial but has questions about their wedding hair that I have not covered with yourself, please get them to email me any questions leading up to the wedding day.
Any other questions, please let me know!
Katie x
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