On your wedding day, you want to look and feel your best. That means, whoever you choose as your hair and makeup artist will be playing a very important role on your wedding day. It’s important to ask questions to make sure that the artist you choose is the right fit for you and your style. We have put together a few important questions to consider asking your future wedding hair and makeup artist. 

 

What type of experience does your wedding hair and makeup artist have?


Your wedding day will be a very busy day. From getting dressed to taking pictures, to getting to the actual event, the timing of everything you do that day needs to be well thought out to avoid any delays. Although a friend of yours might be really good at hair and makeup, an experienced wedding hair and makeup artist will know exactly how much time each bridesmaid and bride needs in order to get everyone ready on time. Furthermore, someone experienced will know how much time they need to get to your event center or home in advance to make sure they have time to put everything up and have extra time in case anything comes up while everyone’s makeup is getting done.

 

Experienced makeup artists also know the proper techniques to apply makeup so that it shows up in pictures, depending on the lighting, your skin color, and your eyes. Your pictures will last a lifetime, so making sure you don’t look washed out because your makeup is applied incorrectly will save you from disappointment when looking back.

Will you need a hair and makeup trial?

A hair and makeup trial is an important part of planning your wedding. When you do a hair and makeup trial, it gives you a chance to see your stylist in action, and discuss any questions or concerns you have about your hair or skin. You can get a good feel of your stylist during the trial to make sure their personality and skill levels are what you need on your wedding day.
During your hair and makeup trial, you can take the time to figure out which style you like best on yourself, which style might not work as well as you’d hoped, and also,  how long it will take to complete your look.
Although you might need to adjust your budget a bit to fit in a makeup and hair trial, it will help your getting ready process go a lot smoother.


What is the total package cost?

Finding someone within your budget is a pretty crucial part of choosing a makeup artist.
A few questions to ask that will give you a better idea of how much to budget for your artist are:

 

  • What is the total cost of the package?
  • Are there any hidden fees?
  • Is gratuity included?
  • Do you require a deposit? Does it apply towards my total cost?
  • Is there a cancellation fee?
  • Is there a travel fee?


There are so many important questions you should know about your future hair and makeup artist. Your wedding day should be absolutely perfect, and knowing who you are hiring is key. Check out our complete list of FAQ’s that we receive from our clients, to help answer any additional questions you may have. If you are looking for a luxury wedding hair and makeup artist in the surrounding coastal communities of Wilmington, NC, Charleston, SC, and Myrtle Beach, SC.  All Dolled Up would love to be a part of your special day. Book us today for your special event!