Preparation for the big day - Bridal hair & make-up

Wedding Day Preparation for Taylor and Negin.

Taylor chose The Stoneleigh Hotel for her wedding guest and her location for hair and make up in a suite for she and her bridal party.

Hair and Make up by Melissa Lyons and Kelly Schina.

Photography by Neal Hacker with VIM Studios

http://www.vimstudio.com/
Tip:

1.When starting the process of selecting the right make up artist and hair stylist for your wedding, begin by obtaining referrals from other brides and professional vendors. Personality and flexibility are very important, as they will be with you on your wedding day.

2. I suggest contacting at least three stylist to obtain their availabilty and pricing.

3. To receive a good estimate- provide a list of who will be needing hair and make up services( full or touch ups, updo's or blown dry- down) to the vendor you contact keeping in mine- as the bride, you will want  three sessions-a practice, bridal portrait and wedding day services. Be sure and offer this service to mother of the bride and mother of the groom.

$ Budget Savy Bride:
-Visit or contact local make up counters- make up of your choice- to obtain a list of artist who offer their services for wedding day.This allows you to have a complimentary practice, bridal portrait session at the counter, then pay only for on location for the wedding day.
-For hair and make up trial runs- make the appointments prior to wedding showers or parties-great way to be pampered for your wonderful event.

Negin chose to have her hair and make up completed at The Westin Galleria- location of her ceremony and reception.

Hair and Make up Artist:

Photographer: Kim Skiles

Loose side curls compliment the bride's face and detailed veil

  Lindsey's soft curls draping with pulled back style, showed the beautiful bride, her make up and edging on her elegant veil.

Tips:

1. When veil is being placed on the bride's head, make sure it is secured with hair pins- matching the bride's hair.

2. If the pins or comb are too tight, have them loosen, as not to be so tight they cause a head ache.

3. Request someone in the bridal party to watch the veil or head piece being placed, so they will be able to removed it carefully as an option after the ceremony.

  * Place veil back in a box or on a hanger- giving it directly to the bride's mom or aunt for safe keeping during the reception.

Photographer: http://www.krauzianimage.com/

Reception Location:

The Tribute Golf Club   Frisco, Texas

Loose Hair Style for One Bride with other Bride choosing her hair to be pulled back with a twist

Tori chose to have her hair loose and flowing. It gave her an extremely pretty, romantic look for her wedding.
A small tiara enhanced her floor length veil. The veil was removed after the ceremony, with the tiara remaining for the reception.

Photography: http://www.janemaus.net/
Reception Location: The Warwick Melrose Hotel

Tips:
1.If you are planning to wear your hair loose, consult with your  
   stylist who will give you direction  and advise on how to control
   your locks and create the best style for your hair texture.
  * Remember weather and products  will play a large part in how
      your hair keeps it's look throughout the wedding day
2. You may wish to retain your hair stylist or an assistant  for the
     entire day- if you are concerned about it staying in placed.
     Keeping them on hand is an option at least until after the veil is
     removed following return to the altar photography. Also good time to place in fresh flowers.
                                                                  

Laura chose to have her hair style pulled back with a
bun like twist.

Photographer: http://www.sengbush.com/
Reception Location: The Rosewood Crescent Court

The French Braid with a Twist

Beautiful Natalie chose to have her full head of hair-twisted and curled into a type of Chignon.

The French braid is a simple, romantic style that works well with straight or wavy thick hair such as hers.

You can make the braid as loose or as tight as you like.

Tip:

1. When contacting a hair stylist for your wedding- be sure and inquire as to type of styles they can offer.

     Make sure they are able to provide a variety of styles- from chignon, up do's or loose. Keeping in mind

     your wedding party will chose a variety of styles.

2. Preview through your bridal magazines- only conscentrating on hair styles - tearing out ones you would

    like for the stylist to practice. Be sure and go on line to hair stylist and print out styles that you feel will

    compliment you and your dress.

3. For the practice- provide a picture of your dress- to show the neckline, plus your veil and any hair

    accessories. Plan plenty of time at the practice- allowing for the stylist to try different styles.

Photographer:  http://www.avesphotographicdesign.com/

Reception Location: The Colonial Country Club  Ft. Worth, Texas

The Chignon-Elegant style for a traditional bride enhanced by floral

Katie's veil was removed before her first dance, to allow she and her father to show their latest dance moves!!

Her style allowed her to be worry free during the reception- with a long lasting style and great hold.

Tip:

A Chignon that sits low on the nape of the neck is easy to wear with a tiara. You can also accessorize a chignon with a bun wrap, or use combs-emblesshed with jewels or tiny pearls.

For a fresher look, less formal style, let the ends stick out a bit.

Photography by Andrea Polito http://www.politophotography.com/

Reception: Arlington Hall at Lee Park