Hair and Makeup Blog in Manchester and Cheshire

Want to become an award winning bridal makeup artist or hair stylist?

We are excited to announce that the Jo Willis Bridal Hair and Makeup Academy is now offering ‘accredited & certificated’ courses in bridal hair and makeup. Created by the multi-award winning team behind ‘Absolutely Flawless Bridal Hair & Makeup’. With over 25 years of wedding experience, our tutors will guide you through the creative skills, […]

Our Brides Need You

Great news! we’re hiring in your area About Us We are a Multi Award-winning professional hair and makeup team specialising in ‘Bridal’ hair and makeup. Mobile across Manchester, Cheshire and the North West, we have a team of 20 bridal makeup artists / hair stylists and want to expand further due to high demand, with […]

Omicron Covid Safety Measures – How will it affect my wedding? Winter 2021

The recent rise of the Omicron this winter and it’s potential for increased transmissibility means we will be temporarily re-introducing a few safety measures to ensure all parties are protected. The timeline and explanation of these can be found below. At 8 weeks before your wedding you will receive an email reminder detailing […]

Covid Safety Measures – How will it affect my wedding? July 2021

The recent lifting of government restrictions has meant we have had to revisit our wedding safety measures and risk assessment to see where some things can now be relaxed, and where it is appropriate for them to remain. Some measures are mandated, and some are now requested purely as a courtesy. At 8 […]

My Trial – What can I expect?

Feeling excited? You should be. Today is the day when you get a glimpse of the pampering you’ll receive on your wedding day. By the end of your trial you’ll know exactly how you will look on your big day. We will work together, with you at the heart of the creative process to […]

The Breathing Room

2020 has done its best to put a multitude of obstacles in the way of anyone planning a wedding. Whether they be full lockdowns, local lockdowns, restrictions on guests or self-isolation periods, and the stress levels of affected brides are at boiling point. The organisation involved in any wedding is huge and the thought of […]

Covid Safety Measures – How will it affect my wedding? July 2020

At the beginning of lockdown we conducted an extensive ‘risk assessment’ of our working practices for both hair and makeup, what we could do to add the appropriate level of safety, security and limit exposure for clients and our talented team. The resulting ‘risk assessment’ has been used to create a timeline of your […]

Winter Wedding: Hair and Makeup Tips

The nights are getting dark and the weather is turning colder – but did you know that having a wedding in the winter can actually be one of the most magical times of year! For a start you could opt for a Christmas theme – because who doesn’t love Christmas! Secondly if the weather is […]

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Wedding Hair: Choosing Your Look

You might not have given much thought to how you want your hair to look on your wedding day, but as the big day draws closer, it’s something you’ll need to consider. Whether you’re a complete hair down natural type of girl or you’re looking for a super-chic chignon that will hold all day long, […]

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Wedding Makeup: Choosing Your Look

Your wedding day is supposed to be the best day of your life – so it’s only natural that you want to look and feel your best too. When it comes to choosing your wedding makeup for the big day, we have loads of tips and tricks. From how to prepare for your makeup […]

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Wedding On A Shoestring – Cost-Saving Tips

Your wedding day is a big deal. Many women have been dreaming about their big day since they were a little girl. The problem is, in your dreams, you don’t have to pay out a fortune. So what do you do if, once you’re engaged, you find that your budget is a little tighter than […]

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Engaged: What Do I Do Now? PART THREE

Welcome back to the third and final instalment of what to do once you’ve got engaged. Missed the first two posts? Check them out here and here then come back to this one so you don’t miss anything. Once you’ve got this far, it’s likely your wedding date is fast approaching! There are still a […]

Engaged: What Do I Do Now? PART TWO

Welcome back to the second instalment of what to do once you’ve got engaged. Missed the first post? Check it out here and then come back to this one so you don’t miss anything. So last time we ended on sending out save the date cards. Once you’ve done that you can sit back and […]

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Engaged: What Do I Do Now? PART ONE

Firstly, congratulations on your engagement! Crack open a bottle of fizz and have fun celebrating! Then it’s time to get started on wedding planning… and that’s where the real fun begins. Before you panic at the thought of how much there is to organise, don’t worry. We’ve got your back! Here’s what to do now…

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The A To Z Of Wedding Planning

You’ve just got engaged and want to shout it from the rooftops! But the big question on everyone’s lips is “When’s the wedding?” It doesn’t matter whether you’re planning to get married as soon as possible or you’d rather enjoy a longer engagement – at some point, it’s time to start planning your wedding.

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Top 10 Wedding Themes You’ll Want To Copy

When it comes to wedding planning, there’s so much to think about that it can quickly become overwhelming. From securing the date you want to finding the perfect venue and everything that comes next, it’s definitely an event you’ll want to plan properly. Many couples choose an overall theme for their wedding. This can be […]