THE BLOG

As we all know, running a successful bridal team can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s not without its challenges. If you’re finding your team dynamics less than ideal, here are seven common reasons why things might not be working, and how to fix it. Communication breakdown If your calls and texts are going unanswered, there’s […]

If the wedding season has left you exhausted, I promise you’re not alone! For many in this industry, especially during peak times, the continuous cycle of early mornings, late nights, and fully booked weekends can feel like a marathon! Burnout from back-to-back weddings is REAL and can make even the most passionate of you question […]

I’m going to need you to stop making these mistakes if you want to grow your business as a bridal HMUA! Not to be rude, but all these mistakes I just know you’re making…because I made them all too! I’m here to help you save your time, sanity and reputation. Myth 1: The More Weddings, […]

As a bridal hair and makeup artist, transparency is SO key to building trust and attracting clients. But so many suppliers hide their prices online…in the misguided thought that it might entice more enquiries! But trust me, this tactic often has the opposite effect, deterring brides and reducing how many brides approach you.  And here’s […]

It’s one thing to be a decent HMUA. It’s another completely to be smashing it on the business side, too.  Here’s where you can really set yourself apart from the rest when it comes to nailing your USP, how you present yourself to clients and of course, how you find high-quality, top-of-the-range clients in the […]

It’s a tough one. You think you’ve been putting loads of effort into your business but things seem to have ground to a halt, or you’re only able to book low-quality clients.  Why? Sorry to say it, it’s you – not them!  Some of the most common issues I see when low-quality clients are normal […]

The relationship with your bride is an ongoing process and journey. Take it from me, you shouldn’t just be checking in with them for payments and to sign contracts. For them to feel really appreciated by you, there are so many things you can do to make them feel supported and spoiled. There are so […]

It’s understandable that people are slowing down their spending at the moment. Less meals out, no new clothes and cutting back on streaming services perhaps.  But I’ll tell you something that most aren’t cutting back on…their WEDDINGS! You know why? Because they know that those photographs are going to be hung up in their houses […]

There’s a lot of noise in the bridal HMUA industry so it’s a good idea to get clarity on your unique proposition to attract dream clients. But how? Here are 3 ways to find your USP within the marketplace: What style are you most passionate about? As the saying goes ‘where there’s passion, there’s money’. […]

I think you’re leaving money on the table…and after reading this, you’ll want to change up your bio ASAP! As a bridal HMUA, you know that planning a wedding is the most important, emotive purchase a bride can ever make. There’s a lot that goes into making those decisions, and they don’t make any single […]