Frequently asked questions
Booking
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A signed contract and retainer is required to secure your date and time for services. Weddings/unions require a 50% retainer, while non-wedding related bookings start at $100/booking.
I accept Venmo for cash payments, and credit cards via Square. Card payments incur a 2% processing fee.
Provided you have given at least 24 hours notice for a weekday booking and 72 hours for weekend bookings, a booking retainer can be forwarded once to another date. Please see the bridal section for details specific to bridal bookings.
Weddings
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I am inclusive of all, regardless of gender identity or lack thereof, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion.
I am happy to travel to you for your wedding! All getting-ready locations inside the perimeter (Atlanta Metro area) are complimentary in terms of travel. Travel charges apply after 30 minutes from my home near downtown atlanta, at $85/hr. If your location is 2+ hours from this start point then overnight accommodations + meal per diem may apply.
Yes! An hourly touch up charge ($125/hr) will go into effect starting when the last person on the list of hair and makeup services is finished that day. The clock stops when I begin styling your second style. A 2nd styling fee of $150 applies to the second style itself.
I’m glad you asked! Where we get ready is super important. Natural daylight is ideal, as well as plenty of flat surface space to spread out our supplies. Outlets for styling tools, and a sink for hand washing is also important. Mirrors, good lighting, and tall chairs are icing on the cake, but if it’s not possible to provide these then we can discuss bringing them in.
I personally limit myself to 5 services, after which it’s necessary to add an assistant artist onto the contract. This cuts the time down a ton, so you and your party aren’t having to start services at the crack of dawn or having to sit for hours upon hours doing hair and makeup. The sooner you choose to add more services the better, since assistants book up, and I want you to have the very best for your big day!
You can always swap or add services, but once a contract is signed and a retainer submitted, services cannot be taken away. Because of this, if you are unsure when we first start working together, I suggest erring on the conservative side.
I will do all the work for you! I’m picky anway:)
If the timing is such that you are ready for your veil within 15 minutes of me packing up, then I’m happy to put your veil in for you! If there’s going to be more downtime than that, then my hourly touch up time scale will be in effect ($125/hr). If you think you might want me on hand to take your veil out after your ceremony, this is best discussed and arranged in advance so that we can add this time charge onto your contract.
I aim to apply makeup that lasts by using great long lasting products and not using a heavy hand where it’s not necessary. It’s vital that you refrain from steaming clothes, spending time in a stuffy bathroom, riding golf carts (yes, that happens a lot!), lying down and napping, running around with kiddos, or spending too much time outside in the hot sun. You want to protect your investment! I will also provide a touch up kit to anyone receiving makeup services that includes your custom lip color, blotting tissues, q tips, sponges, etc. to help you stay put together.
Trials
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This is entirely personal, but I suggest 1.5-2 months out if that works for you. This is mainly so your hair is as close to wedding-day length as possible, and that you’ve had lots of time to settle on your desired style/makeup look. It ensures everything is super fresh in our minds for your wedding!
Generally, I’m inclined to say “the more the merrier!”, but I will inject this piece of advice: bring people who are on your side, who are positive, and have good energy. I’ll just leave that there:)
I would block about 3 hours off for your trial.
Any hair accessories or veil if you are planning to wear them, and a handful of inspiration pictures. I highly suggest you find pictures of people with your own hair color to help manage expectations. Additionally, about 85% of photos online include hair extensions, so if you’re wondering if your desired style will need them, let’s discuss this in advance of your trial so we can make sure to have them if needed!
You do not have to do a trial run, but I highly suggest it! Not only is your trial run fun, it’s also a great time for us to get to know each other and to build trust. Not only in my ability to create your dream hair and makeup look with you, but also a trust in my overall vibe and energy that I will be bringing into your space when I’m with your friends and family on your wedding day.