Bournemouth Bridal Hair and Makeup

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Hi, I'm Mel 👋
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I have lots of reviews on Google and my Facebook page, everyone says the same kind of thing...they had fun on their wedding morning and I kept everything on time and calmed their nerves!
Hi, my name is Mel Tilsed and I am an award winning mobile bridal and special occasion hairstylist and make up artist. I love what I do and I being a part of your special day!
Bournemouth Bridal Hair and Makeup Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at
£25
Maximum price
£200
Brides prices include your trial, trials are done in my studio in my garden and I come to you on the day. Flower girls hair and sparkle starts at £25 and prices increase from there..please contact me for an individual quote
Bournemouth Bridal Hair and Makeup Details

Products and Services

Make-Up Artists
Pre-Wedding Trial
Mobile Services
Tattoo Cover-Up Make-Up
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Group Bookings
On the Day Services
Hair Dressing
Bournemouth Bridal Hair and Makeup Full Description
I specialise in providing a relaxed, affordable and professional service to make the start of the most exciting day of your life memorable! I use a selection of top professional cosmetic products to create your desired look and believe it is imperative to listen to you and find out what you would like, what make up you usually wear, or how you wear your hair and I love to find out all about what you have planned for the day, down to flowers, dress and colour themes so that I can help you make your dreams a reality. This is your wedding and I want it to be everything you ever dreamed of! I also cater for Vegan brides or bridesmaids, I hold a lot of Vegan brushes and top professional cosmetics too. I offer a FREE pre wedding consultation with myself to chat about your wedding and your ideas if you would like to meet me before you book me too. A non refundable deposit is requested to hold your booking date and this also covers your trial and is deducted from your total invoice. Trials are done in my studio in my garden and I come to you on the day. Winning makeup artist and bridal hairstylist of the year in Dorset 2017 and 2018 I have gone on to be a judge for the Business wedding Awards in 2020, last year I won Bridal Stylist of the Year for the Salon Awards. I never sit still and enjoy learning how to create new hairstyles and new makeup looks and using new products and techniques, its what keeps my business exciting and modern too, yet either classic or glam, every look is tailored to you and your requirements. You will find my prices are very reasonable as I just want everyone to be able to afford to look beautiful on their special day. If you would like to chat more please don't hesitate to get in touch xx

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Mel Tilsed
Hi, I am the business owner of Bournemouth Bridal Hair and Makeup, with lots of years in the industry I come with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the wedding industry and can help you look and feel your best on your special day.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2008
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(13)
Lisa Knowlton
Happy couple married in August
November 2024
Highly recommend! 💖

I chose Mel after reading reviews on Instagram about how friendly and highly skilled Mel is! I can confirm this is 100% true! The minute I contacted Mel I could tell she was the one! Very accommodating with trials in her lovely make up cabin and works with you about what products are best for you and will advise you about anything you might need done before the wedding such as for me having my eyebrows waxed so they looked 100% on the day. On both the trials I really got to gossip to Mel about random things but mainly Ibiza and then on the wedding day we felt so comfortable with her and just relaxed. Everything was all in a timely manner on the day and the hair and make up done lasted all day and night! She also helped with my daughter and kept her distracted whilst I had 5 mins with the bridesmaid for photos. Thank you Mel everything 💖💖💖 Mel did make up and hair for me, MOH and Bridesmaid 💖

Kailee
Happy couple married in November
November 2024
Amazing lady

I had so many compliments on my hair and make up, Mel couldn't do enough for us on the day ( even when we set the smoke alarms off) she was so relaxed and helped me feel calm throughout, even helped us get the bridesmaids ready and dressed when we were running out of time. Can't recommend her enough

Helen
Happy couple married in August
November 2024
My wedding

Mel was so lovely and listened to what I wanted, and also my sister who has sensitive skin. Our hairstyles were just what I was hoping forand I couldn't have been better looked after.

Ellen
Happy couple married in September
November 2023
Best hair and make up ever

Mel was amazing at doing mine, my bridesmaids and my mums makeup at my wedding and hair. Had the best morning with her loads of fun and we have all never looked better. 10/10 highly recommend

Emma
Wedding: August
October 2023
I felt just beautiful 😍

Mel has done my hair twice now. Once when I was a bridesmaid and I loved it so much I booked her again for a charity ball. I always feel so glamorous after she has worked her magic. Would highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Virginia
Happy couple married in October
November 2019
The best hair and make up

Mel was friendly and so helpful. Ensuring that we all felt at ease ag our trials and on the morning of the wedding. We had a great morning laughing lots and we all looked and felt so beautiful.

Bex Robertson
Happy couple married in July
January 2019
Happy alternative bride

I had a particular look in mind and Mel brought it to life! I was so nervous in the morning and for the longest time it was just me and her, it was very chill and she calmed my nerves completely. No idea is too big or too small for mel. She is very talented and knowledgeable.She is absolutely great and will only reccomend her to brides!

Alex
Happy couple married in November
January 2019
Wonderful Hair & Makeup Artist!

Mel did an absolutely brilliant job doing the hair and makeup for myself, my maid of honour and my 3 year old flower girl for my wedding. She really listened to what I was after and managed to create a look that made me feel beautiful without taking me out of my comfort zone. The sticking power of both my hair and makeup was also amazing despite the wind and rain on the day. Would highly recommend and I will definitely be booking Mel again in future for special occasions!

Katharine wade
Happy couple married in July
January 2019
Katy wade

Cant recommed this lovely lady enough, not only is she lovely she will make you feel and look a million dollars. I had an art deco inspired wedding and my make-up fitted the eara perfectly.

The Smiths
Happy couple married in March
January 2019
Miracle worker and all with a lot of laughter

This woman worked miracles and did it all with calm and laughter. Such a wonderful person to have around on the morning of your wedding and for trials and planning. She is so professional and makes you feel at ease immediately. You will be in safe and expert hands. Be rest assured this lady will go the extra mile! I think the picture speaks for itself as to the final product but bare in mind my hair is very thin and was fairly short.

Bournemouth Bridal Hair and Makeup Location & Contact Details
Address
Poole, Dorset, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

I don't really have any favourite weddings, I love my job so much that each wedding is personal to each bride and I love being a part of their special day.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Bespoke, personal, individual, professional and relaxed

What about your business are you most proud of?

The best thing about my business is meeting so many amazing brides and their families, its such an honour to be a part of such a special day.

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

Book your hair and make up artist early! So many brides leave it until the last minute but I have bookings up to 2 years in advance, when you have found someone you want to use book them immediately

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

A groom hade made his bride to be a book of all their memories together since they had first met and looking forward to their married life, I just thought it was the sweetest thing i'd ever seen

Describe your typical process with a couple.

After an initial enquiry, some people just want to book me and pay a deposit and others want to meet me, its completely up to the individual. After the deposit is paid, I ask the bride to send me over images of hairstyles or make up they are thinking of and I start to create them a mood board of ideas for their trial. Not everyone knows what they would like and that's fine as I can help them on their trial. Trials are done about 2 months before the wedding, so the hair length is about the same as it would be on the wedding date.

What do you love most about your job?

That each bride is individual and wants something different for their big day, my job is always different and keeps me on my toes

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

Drink lots of water! 2 litres a day if you can ...this really helps to rehydrate your skin and will keep you fit and healthy too

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

I don't get stressed, so as long as I stay relaxed I find the bride does too

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

Take a lipstick that we use at your trial to top up on the day, other than that your hair and make up will last all day and night
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