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Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair

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Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at

£90

Maximum price

£420

Bridal hair and makeup £420 Bridal makeup only £280 Bridal hair only £280 Bridal party hair and makeup £160 Bridal party hair or makeup £90

Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair Details

Products and Services

Stay Through Ceremony

Make-Up Artists

Pre-Wedding Trial

Massage

Mobile Services

Airbrush

Pre-Wedding Consultation

Group Bookings

Hair Extensions

On the Day Services

Hair Dressing

Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair Full Description

Melissa is an award winning Hair & Makeup Artist based in Berkshire & Hampshire. With over 10 years in the wedding industry she has styled hundreds of brides and created a variety of contemporary looks such as textured plaits, rustic updos, Hollywood waves or pretty half up looks. With a love for natural beauty she creates makeup looks that are flawlessly radiant, with a fresh feel that will last long into the evening. She loves getting creative on editorial bridal shoots and offers makeup lessons too. Melissa has worked and trained with award winning artists and luxury brands, picking up great trade tips and secrets along the way. She also offers airbrushed makeup on request.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2013

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

1

Happy couple married in July

Honestly Amazing!!

I really cannot speak highly enough of Melissa and the ladies who did mine and my 5 bridesmaids hair and make up on the day of my wedding. The experience from the beginning with my hair trial to the final day was seamless, and everything was so considered. Mel was open to all my suggestions and allowed me to trial a few different hair looks, resulting in me picking something I would have never tried. Each of my bridesmaids were so pleased with their finished looks, and one of the girls even booking Mel herself off the back of her experience. Thank you so much Mel honestly, I adored my hair and make up <3 I will be recommended Mel to everyone and anyone!

Happy couple married in January

Melissa is an absolute angel.

She made me feel so comfortable from the second I met her, and worked tirelessly and patiently to help me have the hair and make up I wanted for my wedding day :) The trial was great, and afterwards I knew I had made a great decision in booking Melissa. She was such a calming presence on my wedding day, and really helped to ground me when I was feeling nervous. She went out of her way to help me with every little thing and gave me the most amazing princess hair and natural, glowy make-up.

Happy couple married in January

My makeup stayed put all day until the night

Melissa was such a pleasure to work with. The trial was very relaxed and she helped me pick the perfect shade of lipstick - something I hadn't be able to do by myself! She was patient and knowledgeable, she had a few tricks to help my eyes depuff! On the day itself, Melissa was great; she did my makeup exactly as we discussed on the trial and then did my 2 bridesmaids. It was great not to have to worry about my make up at all. The final look was exactly what I wanted: me but a bit more glowing

Happy couple married in January

I felt so comfortable and at ease

I couldn’t recommend Melissa more highly. As soon as I met her for the trial I felt so comfortable and at ease, despite not being someone that knows anything about hair or make up or what I wanted. I loved the trial, she was organised throughout the months of planning, she was supportive and on hand when I worried I was changing my mind on what I wanted close to the day, and just did a fantastic job on the day itself too. She really made me feel calm on the day, and she’s brilliant at her job!

Happy couple married in January

She is pure magic

I cannot recommend Mel highly enough. She is pure magic with make up and a hair brush! She helped me achieve the boho style I wanted with my hair and my make up. We tried various styles before settling on my chosen hair style. The make up was flawless and I didn’t even need touch ups. I had so many compliments. She’s knowledgeable, reliable, friendly and professional.

Happy couple married in January

Melissa went above and beyond for me

Melissa is absolutely fantastic and I have no hesitation in recommending her! I felt I was in safe hands from the start and Melissa advised me on what might suit me best, to create a look which I was more than happy with. Melissa is a very calming presence and great to be around on your wedding morning! She is super friendly and professional and I was really pleased throughout the whole booking and trial process, through to the morning of my wedding.

Happy couple married in January

From the first interaction it was clear that Melis

A HUGE thank you to both Melissa and Alice who were total superstars the morning of the wedding, working what can only be described as magic on myself, my sisters and our mum. From the first interaction it was clear that Melissa is a master of her craft, not only from a beauty perspective, but in being a safe pair of hands and a calming presence on what can be an incredibly stressful day. We couldn't have been happier with our looks, and it was so nice to have a sense of normalcy and structure i

Fran Etherington

Happy couple married in January

Melissa was brilliant from start to finish

I honestly could not recommend her enough. From early communication before booking and booking itself everything was so easy. The booking form was really thorough which was super helpful. We had a great trial and Melissa was very flexible and made me feel very relaxed and we tried a couple of different options until I was happy. And on the day it was perfect - Melissa was so great to have around helping us feel really relaxed and importantly making us

Elizabeth Gatherer

Wedding: September

Delightful to work with

Mel and her team were the hair and make up artists for one of my brides. They provided hair and make up for the bride, 4 bridesmaids and the mother of the bride, Mel also came back in the evening to do a touch up service. The girls looked beautiful, hair and make up stayed in place all day, they worked to a pre-planned schedule, keeping the wedding morning running on time and were a pleasure to have around. I would certainly recommend to future clients.

Happy couple married in August

Melissa is amazing!

I found Melissa through Bridebook and arranged a trial shortly after. Melissa is extremely talented with hair and make up which is quite a rare find. Melissa was really personable and was particularly patient with me when I was indecisive about my hairstyle! On my wedding day, Melissa's calming nature kept me at ease and my hair and make up were absolutely gorgeous. I have very thick hair which can be challenging and it stayed in the style that she created all day. I would highly recommend Melissa to any bride, she is fantastic!

Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair Location & Contact Details

Address

Hook, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom

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FAQs

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What is your most memorable wedding?

My bride Lilian who’s bridal party got their car stuck in a ditch just before the ceremony! I needed up driving the bridal party to the church!

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Romantic, effortless, luxurious, pretty, chic

What about your business are you most proud of?

Winning the 2023 TWIA award for best hair stylist in the south central region last year when I was just back from Maternity leave!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

It’s never to early to book the supplier you want!

What do you love most about your job?

Meeting the brides and getting to know them on a personal level to ensure I capture their true self in their wedding day look

What is your No. 1 beauty tip for a bride?

Keep hydrated - drink charged water!

How do you keep the bride feeling calm on her wedding day?

Be calm, friendly, open and honest from start to finish. I’ve even given a bride a massage before when she was feeling particularly anxious (I am qualified in this!)

What advice would you give to brides to stay looking great throughout their wedding day?

Don’t stress out! Stress shows in the eyes and can’t not be airbrushed out of your photos

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