Wedding hair can be extremely stressful, but with the right preparation you can master this service to be both profitable and rewarding, according to Denman Creative Zoë Rees.
Published:Say ‘I do’ to Bridal Services
Bridal hair can be a profitable and rewarding service on the salon menu but it’s not for the faint of heart. Careful planning and preparation are paramount when working outside the salon and in environments that you are unfamiliar with. Seasoned bridal stylist and Denman Creative Zoë Rees of Bliss Sustainable Salon is here to share her top tips:
“Every big day style starts with listening. I take time during the consultation to understand not only the look they love, but how they want to feel on their wedding day. We discuss their dress, venue, personal style and hair type alongside inspiration images. Rather than simply recreating a picture, I tailor the design to suit their features, hair texture and overall bridal aesthetic because this creates their dream look. As soon as I see their reaction, I know if I’ve nailed it!”
“Go bespoke on pricing. My bridal pricing reflects the time, expertise and personalised service involved in creating a seamless wedding morning experience. Every wedding is unique, so I provide bespoke quotations to ensure each bride receives the level of care and attention their day deserves. It’s always good to keep in mind this is a skilled service delivered with professionalism and calm on their big day.”
“Tackle concerns at the preview appointment. One of the biggest concerns I hear is brides worry that their hair won’t be thick enough, long enough, or that the finished look won’t feel like ‘them’. I reassure these concerns through detailed consultations, realistic expectations, expert preparation and styling techniques including natural looking hair extensions if required. By allowing brides to see how their style evolves during the preview appointment, they gain confidence knowing their hair is in safe hands and that the final look will help them feel the best version of themselves.”
“Plan for the unexpected. Always have a well-stocked kit to ensure you’re prepared for anything the day may bring. Useful items in my kit [beyond my Denman brushes] are scissors, crochet hook, safety pins, plasters and tweezers.
Hot picks for bridal kit from Denman
Denman D4 Deluxe Blue Belle 9 Row Original Styler – rows of polished pins for snag-free styling and a curved pin pad for extra tension. This brush is the perfect all-rounder and works well with all hair types and lengths. Ideal for wet curl defining, volume and blowdrying. Trade only £14
Denman D28 Deluxe Blue Belle Wide Tooth Detangler – large wide tooth comb with curved rounded teeth, perfect for breaking up created curl and detangling thick naturally curly wet hair. Ideal for distributing product through the hair. RRP: £9
Denman D81M Blue Belle Deluxe Style & Shine Brush – mixed nylon and boar bristles to comfortably penetrate the hair and an air cushioned pad for ultimate scalp comfort. Ideal finishing brush for extra smoothing and glossing. RRP: £20
Denman D38 Deluxe Blue Belle Detangling & Styling Paddle – polished pins, soft pin pad. Staggered pin pad for extra grip when styling. Fantastic for speedy blowdrying and works well on all hair types. RRP: £20
Denman DPC1 Pin Tail Comb – Brilliant for weaving, sectioning and dressing, great for achieving precision styling. Heat, chemical and impact resistant with ultra-smooth teeth which allows for damage-free, gentle styling. Trade price £4.80
Denman D91 Backcomber Brush – durable synthetic bristle to create sleep updo’s and add root lift and volume. RRP: £7
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