BRIDAL HAIR & MAKEUP ARTISTRY

You have been dreaming about and planning your wedding day for so long…and you want everything to be perfect – the dress, the flowers, the ceremony, the reception and of course your hair and makeup.  You want to look beautiful and to feel special; you want to glow but still look like you; you want the most professional services which deliver exceptional results. Icon hair and makeup Artistry understands all this and has 20 years of experience in Bridal hair and make up artistry.

Bridal makeup needs to do a lot more than everyday makeup!  It needs to look stunning up close and photograph beautifully as well.  It must last all day and into the evening, without the need for major touch-ups.  It needs to be water resistant for our humid climate; oil free for reduced shine, and to be light and comfortable to wear.  A bride should not look ‘plastered’ or feel uncomfortable in the makeup she is wearing and it should complement her features and highlight her beauty.  Bridal hairstyles have to be the best looking hairstyles at a wedding because the bride is the focus of attention. It is the day of her life that she has been looking forward to since she was little and she has to make it the most memorable occasion. There are so many other worries but bridal hairstyles are at the forefront with the major ones. Bridal hairstyles not only have to match the person but also compliment the dress, the veil, the shoes, the wedding colors, and the special ambience of the wedding itself. There are numerous bridal hairstyles, classic and new, that are fit for each person. Bridal hairstyles can be any style from updos to flowing down. For hair up bridal hair styles, there are diverse, decorative ways to put your hair up.  For those who choose flowing bridal hairstyles, having hair at its shiniest and softest through consistent hair care and salon visits will help you looking exquisite.

Icon hair and makeup Artistry understands that some brides desire an exceptionally glamorous look, while others prefer a natural minimal makeup look.  Our makeup artist Elizabeth Kramer holds a Napoleon diploma in makeup artistry and is also a qualified hairdresser specializing in bridal hair.  She has 18 years of experience in the industry and has worked within the television and magazine industries; her work has been published in Australia’s leading magazines as well as internationally.

Come in to experience a different world of glamour, and let us cater to your every need. We specialize in spray tanning, 100% human hair extensions, permanent hair repair, keratin smoothing, wedding hair and makeup artistry and all other aspects of hairdressing such as fashion colouring and precision cutting. We use all industry leading brands Joico, Cinderella, Wasp, Techno tan, Nioxin, Nanokeratin,  Global keratin smoothing complex and Napoleon Perdis.

You will feel like a celebrity in our warm and inviting French inspired salon, be doted on with aromatic coffees and mouth-watering delicacies, while being pampered by our highly qualified friendly team.

Reasonable rates and group bookings will receive a discount; we look forward to being a part of your special day!

Bridesmaids and flower girls

On the day of your event, we will do a verbal run through with everyone receiving services. This will help us determine the appropriate needs and services to ensure everyone gets done in a professional and timely manner.

As for the younger members of your party, after a consult with the bride, the parents and of course the young lady herself, we will be happy to provide them with the same professional services as the rest of the bridal party.  All makeup and hair will always be age appropriate.

Mothers of the Bride & Groom

While the bride and groom will be the main focus on their wedding day, their parents and in particular the mothers of the bride and groom will also be in the limelight. On such a momentous occasion every mother will want to look her most fabulous and stylish.

As we all know, over time our shape and natural colouring changes and your son or daughter’s wedding is the perfect occasion to discover the colours and styles that are most flattering on you.

Lashes

Include Lash Extensions in your Bridal Makeup and mesmerize your husband-to-be with gorgeous eyes. Mascara goes so far to thicken and lengthen your lashes but with lovely lash extensions – he won’t be able to take his eyes off you.

Lashes are always included for the bride.  We use individual lashes for a more natural, airy feel.  Strips are available by special request but are not recommended for all events as they are heavier and harder to wear for an extended period of time.

Lashes can be provided for members of the bridal party for an additional fee.

Spray tanning

Our Spray Tanning gives excellent all over body coverage with a natural sun-kissed colouring.  Our professional tanning technician uses quality spray tanning products from Techno tan that produce excellent tanning results.  It is recommended that tan is booked 2-3 days prior to the wedding.

Tips for Brides

Select a bridal hairstyle before selecting accessories

Try a hairstyle to see how it looks with all accessories

Schedule hair salon sessions early and keep good care hair

Select handfuls of bridal hairstyles to decide from

Wear a button shirt for your final bridal hairstyling so taking it off will not mess up your hair

Keep hair well trimmed before wedding

Embrace a style that fits you because it’s your wedding day

Do not go overboard on accessories

The Process

We recommend booking the trial and wedding 2-6 months before the wedding date to ensure your satisfaction and date security.
A 50% deposit is required to secure your booking date with the balance to be finalized the day of your booking.

The trial

The trial runs for 1 – 1.5 hours, covering the hair style and makeup. We suggest for our brides to have pictures of the styles they like for their look to assist our artists.

You will discuss all the details for your day. Timing, bridesmaids, mothers and flower girls at the trial and your artists records all your information on your profile card for the day.
The trial allows the artist to familiarize themselves with your hair and skin to make the necessary alterations after the trial so on the day your look is immaculate.

Makeup only trials take approximately 40-45 minutes and cover all colour and depth options.

Hair only trials take approximately 40-45 minutes and cover hair style options after a discussion with your artist about your look.

We log all your details and your wedding is locked in.

If you require our artists to travel to your home or accommodation a 20% surcharge applies.