Ok, you can stop clutching your pearls for a moment & hear us out. Traditions are by definition (according to Britannica ) “ a way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by the people in a particular group, family, society, etc., for a long time.”. That’s not to say they are inherently bad, ( or good for that matter) but they don’t always resonate with an inidivudal or couple and yet they feel compelled to incorporate it. Worse yet they feel pressured by wedding vendors or loved ones as a “required” part of their wedding. When that’s the case it often feels like tradi ..read more

Hair is a deeply personal thing & so strongly attached to our identity. Weddings are a deeply emotional event. The convergence amplifies the desire to not only look great but feel great and when that falls short it somehow stings even more. Imagine it stings nearly every time your hair is serviced at special events even though the stylist swears they can do it. I know to some this may sound like an exaggeration but trust us … from the amount of hair horror stories we hear - it’s real. Ashley Peters working on naturally curly 4c hair Let’s walk through what I mean. Imagine you have curly ha ..read more

*** Potential trigger warning as we are discussion traumatic historical events in relation to today’s world. Some content and/or images may be impactful*** A few weeks ago a bride-to-be reached out inquiring about our services however I immediately noticed on the inquiry the venue location: “ Blah Blah Plantation” . I confirmed since it was through a third party site where you create a profile and thought that perhaps it hadn’t been updated. So opitimistically I checked but it was infact that location. To which I politely declined because it goes against our core pillars and is potentially har ..read more

There are so many venues out there it’s HARD to choose! Well we’ve been to a LOT so we feel we have some insider insight and wanted to share these details with you. This list is in no particular order. All 10 are equally amazing . I will say this though… if the venue you’re hoping to see is not LGBTQ+ friendly or includes the plantation in their SEO well then you might as well expect to be disappointed because it’s NOT here . That simply doesn’t align with our core values and there’s far better places that do! So let’s get to it! White Azalea - Amandalyn Photo White Azalea Estate. This rust ..read more

There’s SO much inspiration, ideas, opinions and factors out there that to put it simply choosing your ideal hairstyle can be daunting. Let’s say one thing first there is NO “perfect” hairstyle. I do believe however there are ideal hairstyles for each individual depending on several factors. Think of it as a Venn diagram and in the center is your ideal look or looks. There could be a few that fit the bill. Instead of stressing or spiraling let’s look at a few simple factors when narrowing down the options. Ideal Wedding Hairstyle Venn diagram Your ideal hairstyle is broken down into 3 main fa ..read more

No silly, I’m not talking about the Oscars, Emmys, Tonys or Grammys … though it’s that season too! Wedding award season just so happens to fall into a similar time as big time ones you’ve probably heard of but to be honest these are one’s I’m more excited about! Why? It’s an electrifying energy to see all the hard work and your love as clients pay off. It’s a celebratory time that’s a boost at the beginning of the year and this year… we won BIG! The Knot Best of Weddings 2024 First up is The Knot Best of Weddings. As the largest wedding Vendor Marketplace and community for wedding professiona ..read more

I know it’s already into the first week of January so maybe this is a bit delayed but who doesn’t love a review? It just seems to capsulate all the feel goods of the season, all the accomplishments, puts everything in perspective and almost gives a marker for further growth. So we’ve compiled our year and not just for the analytical people with stats but also noticing trends. Ready? Here we go! Photo by Brittanie Wichael Photography Over the past year our team created magical hair and makeup looks for 121 breathtaking weddings. Of those 20 would be deemed as destination weddings with our most ..read more

Hair extensions can level up a look. In some case they’re literally necessary to make the look happen. Regardless of whether it’s an absolute need or a definite want clients often say “what am I going to do with them after the wedding?”. You could wear them for a date night or maybe another wedding but then there’s the self reflective moment of “will you really?”. Honestly many won’t . For many they will sit in a drawer only to be used once in a blue moon. So then what’s the solution? RENTALS, my friend ! If you’re scratching your head and wondering how, that’s ok. Let’s walk through step by s ..read more

Hey lovebirds! We've got the inside scoop on the hottest wedding dates of 2024! From mystical astrological alignments to numerological wonders and those sweet, sweet three-day weekends, we've got all the deets on why these dates are making hearts flutter all across the globe. February 24th, 2024 ( 2/24/24) The Significance of Repeating Numbers As humans, we have always been fascinated by patterns and symbolism. From ancient numerology to the study of astrology, our desire to find meaning in numbers is ingrained in our cultural fabric. One particular phenomenon that has captured our attentio ..read more

?Have you ever thought how much a hair accessory can change the vibe of the whole hairstyle? ?Don’t believe us ? Just wait! We have 4 incredible accessories from Pink Pewter - All demonstrating different vibes. All placed on the same MODERN FRENCH TWIST . 1️⃣ Hera Pearl Clip. Vintage Gatsby feels for you. 2️⃣ Zara Tree. Romantic + whimsical. 3️⃣ Astoria Hair Comb. Art deco vibes. 4️⃣ Queen Jetsun Pearl. Modern minimalist glam. Last image is no accessory for comparison. Why does this matter? Perhaps you’re attempting to achieve a certain look and the accessory can drive home that a ..read more