Question 1

What if for some reason a trial can not be done?

Accepted Answer

While we always encourage a trial when possible if it’s not that’s ok. Instead, we will exchange oodles of emails & conduct a video call during which time we will meticulously go through all the same things we’d go through during a physical trial. In these cases, we also add time to your day of styling to have more consultation time as well as time for adjustments.

Question 2

Do you travel?

Accepted Answer

You bet! We travel as far as our passports will take us. We actually have loads of experience traveling for styling as well as fun. We create custom packages for exactly your needs & wants no matter where we’re going.

Question 3

How far will you travel before you charge travel fees, require lodging or flights?

Accepted Answer

50 miles round trip from our home base is included, then we charge $.56 per mile. Anything over 150 miles or 1.5 hours in one direction requires lodging, anything over 8 hours driving requires a flight & rental car. In cases where it’s more cost-effective to have a flight & rental car instead of mileage we're fine with that option.

Question 4

What actually qualifies as a “destination” wedding?

Accepted Answer

Anything over 150 miles in 1 direction is a “destination” event & requires 1-2 nights lodging + mileage. Over 200 miles but less than 8 hours drive requires 2 nights lodging + mileage. If a flight, we require a 3-night lodging minimum + a rental car. A $50 per day per diem for food is also required unless vegan food is provided.

Question 5

Why vegan & cruelty-free?

Accepted Answer

We believe that beauty begins with kindness. So all the products we use are 100% vegan & cruelty free because we want a kinder, gentler, happier world free of suffering for ALL. Don’t worry, we're not mixing up concoctions in the kitchen or picking up items from an organic grocery store. They are all premium professional products.

Question 6

Are you LGBTQ+ friendly?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Love is love is love & we're here to help you celebrate your love regardless of who you love. We are actually Equally Wed Certified Inclusive.

Question 7

How far in advance should we book you?

Accepted Answer

As soon as you know we’re besties & fall in love with my work. But seriously, we tell brides in general once you find your person in any field book them! Things in the DMV area move fast so you don’t want to miss out. Typically people book 6 months out but some earlier & sometimes I have openings later. Just reach out as soon as your interested!

Question 8

How does booking you & payment work?

Accepted Answer

To secure your date a contract is created which you finish & sign. Then you pay a 30% retainer via square or Venmo . Once both items are in your date is secure. Your date is not secure until both of those items are completed & we can only hold your date for 5 day after our scheduled trial, (if you choose a trial first). Remaining balance isn’t due until 2 weeks prior to the event.

Question 9

Do you have experience with curly hair or natural texture?

Accepted Answer

We have worked extensively with all curl patterns and are Ouidad certified. Time after time we’ve heard styling horror stories from curly girls & their styling experiences with other artists. We would never suppress your curls but instead, encourage them to thrive with tailored products & techniques. And yes, we can lay edges.

Question 10

Do you have experience with tikkas, veils, accessories, drop veils, live flowers, etc?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we are experienced with all the above listed. We'll either put the veil on or demonstrate to multiple people before we leave. While we are experienced with a wide range of different hair accessories & cultural origins, surely there are always new ones out there that we’d be eager to learn about.

Question 11

When should I book a trial?

Accepted Answer

Ideally a trial should be scheduled for 6-8 weeks prior to your wedding. We will reach out about 3-4 months prior to your wedding to secure the date. If you have a more complicated schedule please let us know and we can always schedule your trial further out to accomodate.

Question 12

Is a touch-up kit included? Can you stay around for touch ups?

Accepted Answer

At the end of my services we will do touch ups & leave a standard touch up kit. If you’d like us to stay around throughout the day/evening with our concierge services for a fee of $75 per hour.

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