Choosing the Right Hairstylist for Your Wedding:

Choosing the Right Hairstylist for Your Wedding: Planning for your Big Day

WRITTEN BY PATRICIA DAVIS

You have dreamt of a fairy tale wedding ever since you were a little girl. You have finally met the one, and you want to look your best. Choosing the right hairstyle and stylist to execute it is essential for your big day. Just like the perfect dress you have spent hours trying on, you want, in fact you NEED, your hair to be perfect too.

1. CHOOSING THE RIGHT STYLIST FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY

Just like a perfect trim needs sharp scissors, you need a capable stylist who can deliver the results you want. Whether you have a regular hairdresser or not, an essential ingredient for success is making sure they understand your vision. Do not be afraid to ask questions or for a portfolio of their work. Make sure your stylist is punctual, competent, able to work under pressure, and can respond well to criticism. Being comfortable is key, and you must be able to trust and rely on the person you select.

2. HOW TO DISCOVER YOUR PERFECT WEDDING DAY LOOK

The first things you need to establish are will your stylist be with you on the day, and will you be responsible for maintenance? Allow both yourself and your stylist to work through test hairstyles to find out what works, while also considering maintenance factors. Hairstyles on your mood board may not best match your face shape, so do not get too attached to a single style until you have experimented with a few. Ensure you do this with both the dress on and off. This is vital as there will always be factors to consider in both scenarios.

3. MAINTAINING HAIR UNTIL YOUR BIG DAY

Whether you have decided to wear your hair natural or a silk press, a maintenance program must be established to ensure the desired result on your big day. With the help of your stylist, you can opt for regular salon visits or purchase home care products. The deciding factor for most is usually budget, so consider your choice wisely as a small savings at this stage could end up costing you down the line. Whatever you decide, a treatment plan is very important if you want your hair in a healthy, presentable condition.

4. PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS FROM A HAIRDRESSER

The Design Essentials Almond & Avocado line is a great choice for natural hair, with a focus on strength and moisture. I use these products in my salon and have always achieved perfect results with all bridal parties of different hair textures and types.

Just like the perfect dress you have spent hours trying on, you want, in fact, you NEED, your hair to be perfect too.

- Patricia

Design Essentials Almond & Avocado

Overnight Recovery Treatment is lightweight enough to be used at night to maintain just enough moisture while you sleep. Protect your tresses with a bonnet or silk pillowcase. Wearing an up-do for your special day? Try

Design Essentials Honey & Shea Edge Tamer

for the perfect hold without dryness and flaking.

For more information about Design Essentials products visit designessentials.com Patricia is a salon owner, educator, and entrepreneur with 30+ years of industry experience. Currently the Head Educator in Europe, Africa and the Middle East for McBride Research Labs, she continues to push boundaries, challenge the way hairdressing is viewed, and create more effective ways of delivering education. patriciad@avenuesalon.co.uk