As your Wedding Day Preview appointment is fast approaching we've pulled together some helpful tips to ensure you have the best experience possible!
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Makeup Previews

Feel free to come with makeup on or bare faced, we're easy, however you feel most comfortable.  It's a good idea to bring your makeup bag with you too as this gives us a good idea of what sort of products you are familiar with and the type of coverage you're used to.  

​Don't worry we have plenty of our own products to use, we also just like to have a little nose in case you have any new wondrous products that we haven't yet discovered (we are a little bit makeup obsessed!!)
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Hair Previews

It's best to wash your hair the night or day before as it makes it oh so much easier to hold a style.

Freshly washed hair tends to be a bit fly away and too slippery for styling.  If you can't resist washing it on the day of your appointment, please just skip the conditioner on this occasion and make sure that your hair is fully dried before your appointment. 
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Please bring with you any hair accessories you'd like us to try out together with your veil (if you are having one).
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Photo Ideas

Please have a few inspo images ready if haven't already popped them onto your Booking Form.

Pinterest is perfect for this. Try choosing looks on people with a similar skin tone, hair colour and hair length to yours so we can get the clearest idea of what you love. 
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It's also super helpful to have photos of your wedding dress and bridesmaids' or groomsmaids' outfits to hand. This helps us understand the overall vibe you're dreaming of for your big day.
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If you are planning on tanning before your big day and not yet had a chance to soak up some sun, it's a good idea to have a spray tan before your Preview so that you have a true idea of what your makeup will look like on your wedding day. 

Preview Duration and Payment

Please refer to your invoice which is personal to you on your Client Portal and make payment at least 24 hours before your appointment. 

Wedding Party	Duration	Price Guide
​Bridal Hair + Makeup  ​	Up to 90 minutes	£150
​Bridal Hair only  ​	60 minutes	£75
​Bridal Makeup only  ​	60 minutes	£75
Wedding Party Hair only or 2nd Appointment	Up to 60 minutes	£70
Wedding Party Makeup only or 2nd Appointment	Up to 60 minutes	£70

If we feel you’d benefit from extra time to explore more looks or styles, we can easily arrange a second appointment or set up a video call — whatever works best for you.
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Bringing a Plus One (or Two)

Most of our appointments currently take place privately in an informal relaxed setting either at the Artists or Stylists home salon or studio or sometimes in your own home.

​We will have confirmed this to you via email and also uploaded all of the information to your Client Portal.

​If you're coming to us and would like to bring a friend or family member with you, please advise us beforehand and we can let you know if this is possible, dependant on space.  Whilst we love a game of Twister this isn't always the best idea at your wedding hair and makeup preview!
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What to Wear

It's a good idea to wear a plain coloured top ideally in a similar colour (and neckline if poss) to your wedding dress or outfit. This is especially important for makeup previews.
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​Cancellations

​We understand sometime things crop up and you may need to reschedule your appointment.  Please advise us ASAP.  

We reserve the right to charge for last minute cancellations or missed appointments.  
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Unfortunately we can not guarantee availability of a rescheduled appointment at a suitable time to you during the busy wedding season. ​
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And Finally.... Relax!

The Barnet + Boatrace Team are really looking forward to meeting you!

Photo credit: Lewis and Schofield