Although I'm based in Oswestry, Shropshire I work all over the UK.

Due to traffic and petrol costs, I generally prefer to travel within an approximate 20 mile radius of my home. For distances further than 20 miles, I generally require a minimum booking number of 3 people and will have to charge extra for travel costs. Please feel free to contact me with the location of the wedding and where the trial will take place, and I will let you know an estimate of the cost before you book. You can complete the preliminary booking form or contact me by email on carys@thebridaledit.net

Choose styles similar in colour, length and texture to your own hair

Work within your comfort zone — if you’re someone who HATES their hair scraped back, don’t pick an ultra sleek style. You need to feel like your best you on the day.

Consider Hair extensions, these will really ELEVATE your hairstyle - especially for a half up look!

I can help you match and source hair extensions that are most suited to your chosen style and needs.

Yes! I sure can, Sarah and I often work together and her work is consistently flawless! I’d say our styles really complement one another too, which is why you can enjoy 10% off when booking us together!

Sarah Severn Make Up

(link to Sarah’s site) *Subject to availability*

I also have a network of incredibly talented women who specialise in everything from full glam to ultra soft.

Drop me a message on instagram for more info Let’s get social!

General Hair Care For hair care I use and recommend Olaplex. Since their beginnings in a California garage, ithis company have grown exponentially to include millions of fans worldwide. Their patented technology is continuously changing what is possible for hair. As well as producing amazing products they are devoted to developing and maintaining sustainable products with environmental, social, and economic benefits while protecting public health & the environment over the entire lifecycle.

https://uk.olaplex.com/

Hair Extensions & Accessories

I use a variety of hair products and extensions for different brands which have all been tried and tested for maximum efficacy.

Hair Extensions:

For those who want human hair extensions, and to be able to re-wear them, I love and use Beauty Works.

https://beautyworksonline.com

For those who want tape extensions fitted prior, so their wedding day glam can last the honeymoon too. I really recommend Beauty Works, Clip Hair or Simply Hair tapes. These can be either fitted all over for length and volume, or just where needed to disguise breakage, or add length Eg. around the front, or to add length to an unwanted fringe.

https://www.cliphair.co.uk/

https://www.simplyhair.co.uk/

For the brides who want styles such as a mermaid braid, or other high-volume looks, hair pieces are essential. My favourites are Hair Choice. These are synthetic extensions, but you would never know as they are incredibly natural looking.

https://hairchoiceextensions.com/

Hair accessories

I recommend and use hair accesories fro Olive Hair jewellery

https://www.olivehairjewellery.com/

I like to allow between 2 and 3 hours for the trial. This is the average time that it takes, but it may be less or more. The main aim is to be sure that you are entirely happy with the look that I create.

If you have any photos of bridal styles you like, then you can show me these, so I can get a good idea of the look that you're after. If you have a Pinterest board then you can share this with me.

Please go to the booking page on the website and complete the preliminary booking form. Once you've done this I will contact you to confirm if I can do the date. If we move forward then I require a deposit to secure the date for you.

In general, I like to allow an hour and a half for the bride's hair and approximately one hour for each extra person who requires hair. Timings will be carefully worked out after your trial when we have established the style that you require and the number of people in your party.

I will be with you until the moment you leave for your ceremony for any last minute tweaks. You shouldn't need to touch up your hair during the day providing you're not going in the swiming pool!

Absolutely! However, we might need to add some extensions. These can be sourced to fit any budget.

No! Where there’s a (curling)wand, there’s a way! Depending on your hair type, we will work together to ensure those curls last well into the evening or even the next day.

Certainly not. I use the best quality real and synthetic hair; I match these to your own hair and source according to your budget!

You’ll feel most comfortable and confident with the hair that’s best suited to your face shape and style… this is where the trial comes in.

Diet! Or should I say ditch the diet! Your hair needs plenty of vitamins, minerals and good fats to grow… crash diets or undernourishment will not help your hair look its best!

Pinterest or Instagram! I welcome any pictures; it helps me no end to know your likes and dislikes.

Not exactly. Pictures are a brilliant reference, but your hair type, texture and length will determine the finer details within your desired style. For this reason, you receive a bespoke service and a trial.