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Wedding day advice and inspiration

We're sharing all of our best expert wedding tips from our years of experience. You can use these tips to help plan your wedding no matter where you're getting married. Check out our wedding hair and makeup tips to make sure you look your best on your big day. We also have wedding planning tips to help you stay organized and stress-free. Finally, our wedding beauty tips will help you look and feel your best from the inside out every day.

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Wedding Prep For Natural Curls: Everything You Need To Know
Wedding Hair

Wedding Prep For Natural Curls: Everything You Need To Know

Whether you want to embrace your texture or opt for a smooth, polished look, proper prep is key to making sure your hair looks and feels amazing!
Fall 2025 Wedding Trends
Wedding Planning

Fall 2025 Wedding Trends

We’re absolutely swooning over what’s in store for Fall 2025 weddings. From glowing skin to sculptural décor, here are the trends you’ll be seeing everywhere...

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Should I Get a Spray Tan Before My Hair & Makeup Trial?
Wedding Makeup

Should I Get a Spray Tan Before My Hair & Makeup Trial?

Amidst your planning, there's one thing you might not have considered: should you get a spray tan before your hair and makeup trial? Why we always say, "YES!"
Should I Invest in Professional Makeup Services For My Wedding Day? 
Wedding Makeup

Should I Invest in Professional Makeup Services For My Wedding Day? 

Are you considering doing your wedding day makeup yourself, or are you planning on enlisting the expertise of a professional makeup artist for your special day?
Is It Fun Being a Bridal Hair and Makeup Artist?
Wedding Hair

Is It Fun Being a Bridal Hair and Makeup Artist?

Becoming a bridal hair and makeup artist is a journey filled with creativity, challenges, and so much joy!
Everything You Need to Know: Pre-Wedding Hair Care Routines
Wedding Hair

Everything You Need to Know: Pre-Wedding Hair Care Routines

Achieving & maintaining healthy hair is a gradual process that requires a proactive approach, especially when preparing for an event as special as your wedding!
I'm Engaged! Now What?
Wedding Planning

I'm Engaged! Now What?

The moment you’ve been waiting for has finally arrived; you're engaged! And now, the exciting (and sometimes taxing) wedding planning journey begins!
What if it Rains On My Wedding Day? Our Guide for Picture-Perfect Bridal Beauty on Rainy Wedding Days
Wedding Planning

What if it Rains On My Wedding Day? Our Guide for Picture-Perfect Bridal Beauty on Rainy Wedding Days

Our highly experienced team of hair and makeup professionals specializes in making brides look and feel absolutely stunning on their big day, rain or shine!
What Your Wedding Hair & Makeup Artists Want You to Know: Pre-Wedding Hair & Skin Preparations 
Wedding Makeup

What Your Wedding Hair & Makeup Artists Want You to Know: Pre-Wedding Hair & Skin Preparations 

We understand that your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and we want to ensure you look and feel absolutely stunning!
How Much Does Professional Hairstyling For Weddings Cost?
Wedding Hair

How Much Does Professional Hairstyling For Weddings Cost?

As you navigate your wedding budget, we highly recommend brides consider their hairstyling (and makeup!) services as a top priority.
Where to Begin When Planning My Dream Wedding?
Wedding Planning

Where to Begin When Planning My Dream Wedding?

As your wedding plans begin to take shape and the champagne bubbles begin to fade, you may begin to feel a bit overwhelmed when beginning your planning process.
Which Wedding Planning Website is the Best?
Wedding Planning

Which Wedding Planning Website is the Best?

With almost two decades of experience, our team at Updos For I Dos knows a thing or two about stress-free wedding planning!
How to Select Your Wedding Hairstyle Based on Your Wedding Dress
Wedding Hair

How to Select Your Wedding Hairstyle Based on Your Wedding Dress

From your jewelry selection, to your hair and makeup, to your wedding dress and veil, every element should be perfectly complimentary of one another!
Should I Have My Hair Done For My Wedding?
Wedding Hair

Should I Have My Hair Done For My Wedding?

Getting ready for your wedding involves a ton of choices! Let's chat about why hiring a skilled hairstylist is the best move for all brides-to-be!
How Do I Pick My Wedding Date? 
Wedding Planning

How Do I Pick My Wedding Date? 

Choosing the perfect wedding date is one of the first and most exciting decisions you'll make as a soon-to-be wed couple!
Why Clean Hair is the New Dirty Hair
Wedding Hair

Why Clean Hair is the New Dirty Hair

We're here to debunk this myth and share the insider secrets that clean hair is the new dirty hair, especially when it comes to specialty bridal styling! 
Dreamy Makeup Ideas for Winter Weddings
Wedding Makeup

Dreamy Makeup Ideas for Winter Weddings

We’re here to be your go-to gals for navigating the dreamy vibes and intimate feels that make winter weddings so special!
2023 & 2024 Bridesmaids Hairstyle Trends
Wedding Hair

2023 & 2024 Bridesmaids Hairstyle Trends

Why Every Bride Should Schedule a Pre-Wedding Hair & Makeup Trial with Updos For I Dos
Wedding Planning

Why Every Bride Should Schedule a Pre-Wedding Hair & Makeup Trial with Updos For I Dos

We’re going to unravel the layers of why your pre-wedding hair & makeup trial experience is not merely a luxury but also an invaluable investment!
Gorgeous & Trendy Hairstyles: For a 2023 Holiday Wedding and Beyond
Wedding Hair

Gorgeous & Trendy Hairstyles: For a 2023 Holiday Wedding and Beyond

Whether you're a radiant bride, a stylin' bridesmaid, or attending a festive holiday party, we're here to ensure your hairstyle is as stunning as your occasion!
A Brides Guide to Selecting Lipstick and Lip Gloss for Wedding Day
Wedding Makeup

A Brides Guide to Selecting Lipstick and Lip Gloss for Wedding Day

At Updos For I Dos, we understand that brides and bridal party members are looking for the perfect lip color to compliment their hair and makeup style!
Hairstyles For The Mothers of the Bride and Groom: Tips from Updos For I Dos
Wedding Hair

Hairstyles For The Mothers of the Bride and Groom: Tips from Updos For I Dos

We're here to provide you with guidance and inspiration to ensure that all mothers shine on this momentous day!
Multiple Bridal Wedding Looks: What Should I Wear?
Wedding Planning

Multiple Bridal Wedding Looks: What Should I Wear?

Lately, we've noticed (and loved!) a delightful trend - the rise of multiple bridal looks, where brides switch up their outfits throughout their wedding day!
2023 & 2024 Bridesmaids Makeup Trends
Wedding Makeup

2023 & 2024 Bridesmaids Makeup Trends

Let's explore the makeup trends that will grace weddings in 2023 and 2024, while keeping in mind the timeless classics that continue to captivate us!
How To Plan Your Dream 2023 Winter Wonderland Wedding
Wedding Planning

How To Plan Your Dream 2023 Winter Wonderland Wedding

Regardless of whether you're in MD, VA, DC, DE, SC, FL, IL, or beyond, our team is excited to help turn your dream winter wedding vision into a reality!
Who Can Receive Hair and Makeup Services on Your Wedding Day: Insights from Updos For I Dos
Wedding Planning

Who Can Receive Hair and Makeup Services on Your Wedding Day: Insights from Updos For I Dos

As you step into the spotlight to exchange vows and embark on a new journey, looking and feeling your best is non-negotiable!
Fall of 2023: The Only Makeup Inspiration You Need
Wedding Makeup

Fall of 2023: The Only Makeup Inspiration You Need

We're thrilled to share with you the latest makeup trends and inspirations that will make you feel like the best version of yourself on your big day!
How To Book More Weddings as a Professional Hair & Makeup Artist
Wedding Hair

How To Book More Weddings as a Professional Hair & Makeup Artist

At Updos For I Dos, we understand the challenges and rewards that come with being a professional in the wedding industry!
​​The Average Costs for Bridesmaids: What to Expect When Saying "I Do" to This Role
Wedding Planning

​​The Average Costs for Bridesmaids: What to Expect When Saying "I Do" to This Role

Bridesmaids often face a range of expenses, from attire to travel, that they’ll need to cover to participate in their friend or family member's big day!
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