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Bridal Makeup and Hair Trial

Preparing for your big day can be exhilarating, nerve wracking and, if not organized, a headache. We save you stress and help you fall in love with the process with a bridal hair and makeup trial. Our trials ensure you feel confident, comfortable and special walking down the aisle in front of your loved ones.

Amongst the hustle, bustle, calls and visits to caterers, venues, designers and more, a hair and makeup trial for a wedding gives you a glimpse into your future; I do look! Just like the alterations you make for your day and dress, it’s equally important that you get your hair and makeup perfect.

At MIO, our experts work with you on all the intricacies, colours, techniques and placements to ensure your look works in harmony with your dress for the day you’ve been dreaming of. With planned practice, we remove the risk of any kinks on your big day by being able to share your ideas and preferences and see how your look holds up before you get married.

Trial Run Meaning – What is a Bridal Makeup and Hair Trial?

A hair and makeup trial for a wedding is like a dress rehearsal for your important day. It helps you refine and be confident about the look for the event you’ve been planning for months in advance. They’re crucial to reduce confusion and the chances of last-minute fixes on the day.

A trial also provides you with the assurance that you’ll look gorgeous and feel good wearing that makeup and hair for 10 hours plus! It gives you time to know your makeup and hair artist, share your opinions and vision, helping you define your look in advance of your big day.

A bridal hair and makeup trial allows you to refine your look at a relaxed pace, removing any element of surprise or scepticism in the morning.

Bridal Makeup Trial

When you undergo a Bridal Makeup Trial with us, we’ll help you recreate different looks, anything from more natural to glamorous.

After each look is created, we’ll take photos which we’ll use to compare to the other ones we’ve created. Once you’ve decided on the final look with us, we’ll record all the products and techniques used, clearly noting how to do the same for your big day.

Bridal Hair Trial

Having a bridal hair trial with us is certainly fun and relaxing. In the 3-hour trial, we work with you to see which looks serve you the best before your big day. From a blow-dry to hair-up or any look you wish to recreate, we try it here. We also use various hair accessories such as veils, grips, tiaras, flower crowns and more in this appointment.

Tailored Wedding Hair and Makeup Trial

If you book a bridal hair and makeup trial, as soon as you book the appointment, the work begins from our end. To ensure satisfaction, we get to know you leading up to the trial, asking you to send images for inspiration for your hair and makeup.

Our experts go a step further, asking you to submit photos of your wedding dress/vibe you wish for your day to understand the essence of your style.

On the day of your appointment, we learn firsthand about your daily hair and makeup routine, and how you wish to feel on your big day. During this time, we also see if you require additional add-ons like hair extensions or eyelashes for the big day, which we can order on your behalf.

As a bride, you don’t need to worry about your lipstick fading on your big day. Once you choose the perfect shade, you’ll get a full-size lipstick on your day to hang on to for touch-ups.

Benefits of Booking a Bridal Hair and Makeup Trial

When it comes to booking a bridal hair and makeup trial, it can benefit you more than you think. It can help:

Establish a Bond with Your Hair and Makeup Artist

Simply by undergoing a hair and makeup trial or several before your wedding day, you’ll be able to feel confident with our experts doing your look. Makeup trials allow you time to familiarise yourself with your hair and makeup artist and style and feel more comfortable sharing your opinion with your artist before the big day comes.

This gives them a strong idea of what looks you like, don’t like and the ones that suit you best. It also instils more confidence in your relationship with them, allowing you to share ideas if your decision about your desired look changes.

After all, it’s vital that you’re 100% comfortable with them because you will be sharing so many intimate moments with them leading up to your day and on your day. Having the right artist can help you open up about your memories and more before doing so.

Gives your Artists Time

Making an appointment to have your hair and makeup done in advance will give your artists more time to help create the look you want. This is especially important if you have several photos you want to show them for inspiration, allowing them to suggest how they can help recreate your look.

There may be times when the look you want may not work with the type of hair or skin texture you have. For instance, if you have curly hair and want a stunning dramatic straight look that lasts for the rest of the day, they may suggest how you can achieve it.

Allows you to Consider Different Looks

When it comes to your wedding look, we’re confident that it will take more than one shot to make you look iconic and timeless for your spouse.

Bridal hair and makeup trials are perfect ways to experiment with different hairstyles and makeup, to infuse confidence. You can have your artist take photos to document different looks to help you compare pictures side by side, influencing your final decision. As your wedding takes place throughout the day and evening, too, trials also factor in different lighting and angles to reassure you’ll look good regardless of the setting.

You Get to Use the Best Products

At MIO, our experts use industry leading hair and makeup tools to help you look special. Their kits are full of premium brands to help you look the best and most luxurious on your wedding day. Simply by having their kit used on you, you get acquainted with what products you like and know which ones should be used at your wedding.

Instills Confidence

When preparing for your wedding, you’ll want to feel confident and be confident on your day too. However, we know that confidence for all does not happen overnight; for some people, it may not even come naturally.

Professionals who offer a bridal hair and makeup trial give you the confidence you may need and enhance your existing confidence to the next level. Their friendly nature, experience and talent allow you to see firsthand the breathtakingly beautiful look they can create for you.

Stress Free

If you’ve got an upcoming wedding, we can completely empathise with you about the time you’re taking out running to appointments and suppliers, to prep for your big day.

A wedding makeup and hair trial can actually provide you with a bit of me time, saving you from travelling around. Many experts are happy to travel to your home or wherever you are to make you feel pampered and relaxed. Plus, smooth planning makes the morning of your wedding less hectic and calm, allowing you to relax and enjoy the morning.

Bridal Makeup and Hair Trial Cost 

Bridal hair and makeup trial prices and even makeup can vary a great deal. Unfortunately, we can’t provide you with an outright quotation as it varies significantly according to the artist’s experience. We have different pricing options based on whether you select our founder, a gold or silver artist.

Other factors have to be considered, like the number of trials, your location and timeline before the wedding and the products used. Most of the time, it’s less than the price of your hair and makeup on your wedding day. 

Contact us for more information about our prices.

When to Book Hair and Makeup Trial for Wedding

When to book hair and makeup trials for weddings all depends on how confident you feel with time before the big day. On average, we recommend at least a month or two before your day, that’s if you don’t make plans to cut or dye your hair or undergo surgery. This gives your stylist ample time to make adjustments if required and try different looks.

On the contrary, if you have a bold vision in mind for your hair and makeup that you think may require a lot of work, you should start holding discussions around six months in advance. We say this because your stylist can easily plan the transition and start the work to achieve our look. This is especially the case if you want your hair dyed, as it will help see how it holds up before your big day.

But, if you do not want anything major, then 6-8 weeks is perfectly fine. We say this because, during that time, it’s also a similar season to the one your wedding day is in. Therefore, you’ll most likely have similar skin care routines, colour palettes and hairstyles before doing so. After all, products can perform differently depending on the season.

Top tip:  Always check the availability of your makeup artist in advance; a lot of them are quite busy on weekends as they’re popular days for weddings. If possible, you might want to book your makeup trial on the same day you have your dress fitting to give you a better idea of your final look. Even though many experts may think one appointment is fine, if you wish to have more run-throughs, then that’s completely ok too!

Trial Tips from a Bridal Makeup & Hair Artist

Once you’ve booked your wedding trial for your makeup, you’ll want to ensure you’re well prepared. To help you do this, you should consider the following:

Have a Chat First

You don’t have to wait till the actual day of your bridal hair and makeup trial to share your ideas; call ahead in advance to clear up any confusion. Many experts are happy to jump on a call to build a relationship and learn about your vision before the appointment begins.

Collect Inspirational Photos

Before going to your makeup and hair trial for the wedding, you’ll want to have photos to serve as a point of reference. Doing this will help clear up the confusion between the look you envision and what your expert has in mind. Try looking in bridal magazines, make an inspirational board with photos or use Pinterest to give you some inspiration. Simply having a lot of photos for your stylist to refer to will give them a greater idea of what you like and don’t like.

Attend on Your Own or With Two Trusted People at Maximum

You may be tempted to bring your whole party along for support when getting your hair and makeup done. However, they can often do more harm than good, making you forget what you like and prefer. To save this from happening, you should attend alone or bring one or two trusted individuals for their support. You don’t want to be influenced by the unsolicited opinions of your friends and family members. 

Have a Clean Face and Hair

Always attend your hair and makeup trial with clean hair and no makeup. It’ll save your stylist time working from a blank canvas and allow you to gain better insight towards your final look.

Bring your Own Makeup

While no doubt your stylist will be using their makeup, it’s equally important to bring your own to the trial. For instance, if you have a favourite foundation that perfectly pairs with your skin, you should bring it. Even though they have their own makeup, you must feel comfortable with the makeup you’re wearing for the big day.

Have Photos of Looks you Don’t Like

If you’re a person that struggles to say no, it can help to have photos to show what you don’t like. For instance, if you’ve attended any wedding parties or events where you’ve had your makeup or hair done, you can show them as a point of reference. These work as great icebreakers for you to open up and say how you feel, making your trial more efficient. They allow your stylist to know exactly what to avoid in advance.

Be Realistic

Even though your big day is coming up, it’s more important than ever to be practical. Sometimes when showing photos for inspiration, to-be brides can often get caught up, forgetting they’ve been taken from different angles, have filters and are staged to look good. Therefore, when showing your stylist an image, you mustn’t compare it fully to the photo and listen to your stylist’s feedback. 

Schedule Another Trial if Needed

If you aren’t entirely pleased with your look, it’s ok to schedule another trial if you feel you need to. Just make sure you plan enough time in advance of your wedding to ensure you feel confident and look smooth on your big day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a bridal hair and makeup trial?

A hair and makeup trial for a wedding is always a good idea to have done. It allows you to become acquainted with your hair or makeup artist, work out your preferences, share details about your day and experiment with potential looks.

How many bridal hair and makeup trials should you do before a wedding?

One hair and makeup trial before your wedding should be enough. However, there’s no reason for you not to schedule multiple ones if you wish. It’s entirely up to you!

How do I schedule a bridal hair and makeup trial?

If you’re interested in scheduling a trial, simply look at our services and contact us about which one you’d like. One of our experts will get in touch to share more information about prices and availability.

What types of hairstyles and makeup looks can I choose for my trial?

There’s no restriction to hairstyle types and makeup looks for your wedding; it’s completely up to you! To make your trial worthwhile, we suggest you bring photos of hairdos, and makeup looks you like for inspiration. You can always check out our blog on wedding makeup advice and wedding hair advice.

How long does a bridal hair and makeup trial typically take?

On average, a hair and makeup trial takes around 3 hours or so to complete. However, it may take longer based on what you want from our experts.

Can I bring my own hair and makeup products for the trial?

Yes, of course! We highly encourage you to bring your own products alongside the ones we use. Doing this will help us better understand what works well for your hair and skin. 

Are there any discounts or deals available for booking a bridal hair and makeup trial package?

We provide discounts and deals depending on your required services. To know about our offers, contact us. 

Can I bring along a bridesmaid or family member to the trial?

Yes, you can change your hair and makeup, as long as there’s enough time before your wedding. Plus, it’s up to you how you decide to look; however, if you wish for another trial, we recommend arranging one at least 4-6 weeks before your wedding day. 

Are you able to accommodate bridal hair and makeup trials for destination weddings?

Yes, of course! We’ve travelled to Spain and many other locations for destination weddings. If you have a wedding coming up abroad, get in touch, and we can discuss options with you.