Bridal Hairstyling
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Have any of these on your bridal hair wishlist?
If so… you’re in the right place!
You want a stylist who would be there for you no matter what.
Not someone who has booked multiple different weddings and will rush off as soon as your hair is done.
Hi, I’m Rachel! I’m based in Calgary, Alberta and work with brides who want modern elegance and a perfected hairstyle straight from their Pinterest board!
When you book RJStyles, you book me from the moment you sign your contract to the day you say I DO. I will never have more than one wedding per day so you have my undivided attention the morning of. This I can guarantee!
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I cannot say enough positive things about Rachel and her talent. I was lucky enough to have Rachel do my hair twice, once for my rehearsal dinner and again for my wedding. Both styles were very different from each other and she knocked both of them out of the park. She had 8 ladies to do hair for my wedding and everyone’s hair was perfect and exactly what they asked for. We all felt beautiful and got so many compliments from our friends and family. Everyone’s hair also stayed in place the entire night. She is a master at what she does no matter the type of hair or style whether it’s thick or thin hair, straight or curly. Everyone’s hair was FLAWLESS! I could not recommend Rachel enough!
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My experience with Rachel for my wedding, from start to finish, was nothing but perfect! I showed her my vision and she brought it to life! Rachel asked detailed questions during my trial, to ensure my hair dreams came true. She wants to hear your wedding details and really cares what you want. Rachel is so easy to work with and I HIGHLY recommend her. The morning of my wedding, she fit right in and did amazing work for all my bridesmaids, and my daughter. She made sure everyone was happy with their hair and was so good with my daughter who is 3 years old. Rachels passion is hair and it goes to show. She helped make me look so beautiful on my big day!
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Rachel made me feel SO dang beautiful on my wedding day. She styled my hair even better than I thought was possible, and my hair is still the first thing that people compliment when they talk about my wedding. Not only did she make me feel like I belonged in Vogue, she cared so much about how my bridesmaids felt as well. She listened to their specific hair needs and wants (all different) and absolutely nailed it, and made them feel so great! It made the experience for me even smoother to not have to worry about how they were feeling. Of course, Rachel was very responsive, professional, timely, and thorough, but she was much more than that. Choose her because she is wickedly talented with all hair types and clearly cares so much about her brides. Considering getting divorced so she can do my hair again for my next wedding, thats how stellar my experience was!
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This is your sign right now to stop scrolling through instagram and google and to book Rachel immediately. I spent weeks looking for someone within the Calgary area experienced with the ‘hollywood glam’ look. Rachel is an absolute master at her craft, and beyond that she is a sweet, genuine person who fit in perfectly with my girls the morning of my wedding. Not only was Rachel was able to bring my vision to life, my hair stayed in place all night long! Thank you Rachel for being a part of my wedding day and for making me feel so beautiful. You were a pleasure to work with, and any future bride can consider herself lucky to have you as her bridal stylist.
When it comes to your Bridal Hairstylist, you don’t want to settle for anything less than the very best.
Let’s create your Pinterest vision and make it your dream reality.
Frequently Asked Wedding Booking Questions
How far in advance can I book my bridal trial?
You can book your bridal trial 1-2 months before your wedding via a “scheduler form” that is automatically sent to you 75 days before your date.
Can I make changes to my booking after I reserve my date?
You can absolutely add on additional hair styling services but you cannot remove them once your contract is signed. If you’re unsure about a service, I recommend excluding it from your inquiry, and we can always add it in later if need be!
If your getting ready location changes, that’s okay too! Please let me know as soon as the location is set so I can make sure that the travel fee is accurate.
How long do you allow for services on the wedding day?
Most hairstyles will take approximately an hour. For brides I prefer leaving 1.5 hours just for those extra finishing touches. Short hair blow outs for moms and grandmothers take between 30-45 minutes.
Do you have a minimum number of services required to book?
Yes! RJStyles requires a minimum of 4 adult services + Bridal Trial for Friday, Saturday & Sunday Weddings
What if I don't meet the minimum number of services for my event?
There is a minimum charge of $750 for your event, so any events that fall under that amount due to the number of services will be charged a top-up so that they reach the $750 minimum. (Applicable for Friday, Saturday and Sunday weddings)
How much do you charge for travel, and are there any additional fees?
Travel within Calgary starts at $45. Travel outside of Calgary is $1.00 per kilometre. Any location that requires more than 2 hours of driving will require overnight accommodations for Rachel’s and any additional stylist’s well being.
How much are early start fees?
Early start fees are applicable before 6AM from when the artist leaves to travel to the location:
3AM or earlier – $250
4AM – $200
5AM – $150
6AM – $100
Frequently Asked Extensions/Accessories Questions
What hair extensions do you recommend?
What hair accessory brands do you recommend?
For a gorgeous investment piece that can be used as a family heirloom I recommend the company Joanna Bisley Designs. Perfect for local Calgary artists as she does have a display room which consists of ear rings, bracelets and hair accessories.
What type of hair accessories do you recommend?
Depending on your selected style, here’s a simple rule of thumb.
Updo: Pins or Comb
Half up: Small comb, Pins or Bridal Hair Clip
Down pulled to the side: Bridal hair clip
All down waves: Head band or Crown
Large boho braid: Very long hair vine or Pins
Stick on pearls are also a great, diverse and trendy option for all of these looks.
Bridal Hairstyling Pricing
Dear bride, please note the following before inquiring about your date:
- Travel and parking fees are calculated in addition to the prices based on your venue.
- I only travel up to 2 hours outside of Calgary. Anything farther than 2 hours away requires a hotel the night before your wedding.
- If the start time is before 5:30 am, a hotel will be required the night before due to safety concerns on the road (especially in winter conditions)
- While I attend to all of my brides myself, for parties larger than 7 or more people, I will bring an additional stylist. Fee, travel, and parking fee for an additional stylist will be extra.
- Bridal trials are only available after a booking is made and the deposit has been placed.
- My minimum booking is 4 adult services total + trial
- Elopements accepted for weekdays weddings only.
The Basics
Bride: $285
Bridal Trial: $180
Bridesmaids and Other VIPs: $165
Flower Girl (Ages 1-5): $70
Flower Girl (Ages 6-12): $70
Additional Hairstylist: $150
For Your Reception
Second Bridal Hairstyle: $250 + time
or
Touch Ups for Bride and Bridal Party: $250
Please note that 5% GST, travel fees, and early start fees are not included in this pricing. More details on travel and early start fees are available in the FAQ section above.
Ready to book?
Fill out the form below to receive an instant estimate for your wedding and personalized quote from me. I can’t wait to be a part of your special day!
Wedding Planners and Coordinators:
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