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The one thing brides often forget when booking hair and makeup services
When planning your wedding you want everything to run smoothly, from your timeline to your dream look. But there’s often overlooked details that can create a major snag: what time your venue allows you access to your getting-ready space.
When planning your wedding, you want everything to run smoothly, from your timeline to your dream look. But there’s one often-overlooked detail that can create a major snag: what time your venue allows you access to your getting-ready space.
Why This Matters
Hair and makeup for a bridal party can take hours, especially if you have a large group. Some teams may need to start as early as 5:00 or 6:00 AM to have everyone ready for an early ceremony or first look. The problem? Many venues don’t grant access to their getting-ready spaces until 9:00 or 10:00 AM, and some even as late as 11:00 AM. This can create a stressful situation where your hair and makeup team is left scrambling to adjust, or you might need to find an alternate getting-ready location last minute—adding unnecessary chaos to your day.
How to Avoid This Issue
Here are some steps to ensure everything stays on track:
1. Confirm Your Venue’s Access Time Early - When touring venues or signing contracts, ask what time you and your bridal party can begin using the getting-ready space.
2. Have an Honest Conversation with Your HMUA Team - Talk to your hair and makeup artists about how much time they’ll need, including:
- How long each service takes (for you and your bridal party).
- The size of their team and whether they can bring additional artists if needed.
3. Plan for an Alternate Location If Necessary - If your venue’s access time doesn’t align with your hair and makeup schedule, consider starting at a nearby hotel or Airbnb. Make sure it’s spacious and well-lit to ensure everyone feels comfortable.
Timing Is Everything
This is especially important if you’re planning a morning ceremony, a first look, or a timeline that includes a significant travel window between locations. By proactively planning, you’ll save yourself from unnecessary stress and ensure your day flows seamlessly.
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Cover photo taken by: Maddy - Madland Photography
Makeup by: Karen - J & K Beauty Studio
Hair by: Amy - Bewitching Beauty
Venue: Pine Hollow Farms