Shade and Strand Reviews
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Alyssa A. Sent on 04/07/2022Dynamic duo/dream team/miracle workers
This is seriously a dream team/dynamic duo/miracle workers! Tiffany and Heather were so fun to hang out with before my wedding, they did everyone's hair and makeup and we all looked fabulous! -
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Evonne S. Sent on 07/10/2024
Amazing!! Easy, fast and fun!! They were quick moved fast but with experience and beautiful work!
Easy to communicate, gave phone number called if needed updated as needed. Arrived on time, set up and tear down was quick! Was very organized and new what to do and did hair and makeup exactly like the clients wanted!! -
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Jennifer B. Sent on 07/02/2024They are straight magicians!
Tiffany and Heather are amazing! I still can't believe the incredible transformations of my bridal party and myself. They seriously do it all. Some of us don't usually wear makeup, and we still felt comfortable. There were a variety of skin tones, and everyone looked well matched and blended. A few of us have thick hair (especially my mom, who basically has a lion's mane), and everyone's hair stayed flawless the entire night. And they work super quickly! Highly recommend 👍🏼👍🏼 -
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Ellen S. Sent on 04/30/2024Beautiful hair and make-up
Shade and Strand was super easy to work with and I was thrilled with the end result. Kelly styled my hair beautifully for an outdoor beach up-do that held perfectly all night. The rest of the wedding party raved about their hair. Cynthia did beautiful make-up for all five of us that withstood a hot sunny day and a late night on the dance floor. I loved working with both of them and they made the getting ready process so relaxing. Definitely recommend! -
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Katelyn H. Sent on 05/01/2024Amazing & Talented
These women are amazing! I met them at my sister’s wedding and knew I would be booking them for my own wedding. They made all of us feel like our most beautiful selves! They brought a calming presence to the day and were willing to listen to what we wanted and open to if we wanted things changed. They brought pictures to life. I can’t thank them enough for making my day truly special and giving all of us a little extra confidence! -
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Katrina K. Sent on 02/20/2024
Best Hair Stylist!!
Heather is the absolute best!!! The trial was exactly like the day of hair and it was exactly what I wanted. She is so kind and was such a great presence on my wedding day. She also took note of the little things such as, we forgot a speaker and she let me connect to hers and my mom was concerned with her make up so she was able to fit her into the day and do my moms make up. I could go on and on, but overall just make sure you use Heather, you won't be upset!! -
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Claudia V. Sent on 12/06/2023
Best Experience
The most professional and beautiful work done. We had several issues arise (another vendor cancellation, a power outage) and Heather and Tiffany each and every time stepped up and handled business calmly. On top of helping me get through stressful situations on my wedding day they did beautiful work. I could not have been happier with the way i looked and my wedding party looked. I would recommend them and use them again for any other occassion -
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Kevyn C. Sent on 12/08/2023LOVE LOVE LOVE!! They are amazing, hire them!
I first met Tiffany and Heather as a bridesmaid and I still remember looking in the mirror and being so happy with not only my hair and makeup but how amazing I felt from the interaction with the entire Shade & Strand team.
They were my first and only choice when it came time to plan my wedding. I was worried at first because I first met them in San Diego County and was getting married in LA County but they didn’t bat an eye and not only traveled to LA but arrived for a 6AM start time!! To say they were a bright ball of energy and excitement is an understatement. These woman are first and foremost very professional and efficient. They are multitalented so no one is ever just sitting around waiting for hair/makeup and always looks stunning. I can’t rave about them enough. If you want to feel like the beautiful bride we all want to be, call Shade & Strand. There is no task too small or no ask too much. THEY ARE THE BEST!! -
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Selina A. Sent on 10/22/2023Such a Fun Glam Squad!
We hired Shade and Strand for our wedding day and they were amazing! We worked with Heather, Charee and Cynthia. On the day of, they were punctual and brought such a good energy with them. All of the bridesmaids were really happy with how their hair and makeup turned out. They even brought hair pieces with them that matched the wedding dress! They brought a ton of different options for lipsticks and lashes. They took pictures and made a cute video of all of us and shared it with me to have as a keepsake. Also, payment was very easy to handle. I highly recommend booking Shade and Strand for your wedding. -
Amanda N. Sent on 10/30/2023
Fantastic Experience!
Tiffany and Neva were the absolute best hair and makeup team I could ask for on my special day. My hair and makeup looked insanely stunning and I felt so beautiful. They were both so amazing throughout the whole process. Tiffany did my makeup, my moms makeup and both of my sisters makeup. She even convinced my mom to try strip eyelashes, which she has never done before and absolutely loved the way she looked in them 🩷. Neva did updos, half updos and curls and executed all of our hairstyles exactly as we wanted them. She was also super supportive in making sure I had enough food and water while I was getting ready and talked me through being too nervous to eat while everyone was preoccupied with other things. They got us ready in plenty of time for ceremony and pre ceremony pictures and we had the most amazing experience. I would HIGHLY recommend this team for any wedding! -
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Hailey G. Sent on 11/30/2023
Beautiful from start to finish
I found Shade and Strand through Instagram while searching for a hair stylist for my wedding we had in October 2023. I reached out to the owner Heather because I truly enjoyed the work she had portrayed and knew that it was what I could envision for myself on the day of. I scheduled a trail hair session with her and knew instantly that she was the one! She provided my bridesmaids and I with beautiful styled hair that lasted all day through the ceremony and reception! Thank you Heather for giving me my dream hair for my special day! -
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Melanie A. Sent on 10/20/2023Amazing work by two wonderful, talented ladies!!!
We scheduled an epic, two day family photo session in multiple locations throughout San Diego. Shade and Strand came early in the morning (on time!) to prepare 7 ladies for the photo shoots, then one of them met us at another location to change hairstyles for us mid day. We couldn’t have been happier with their services! We aren’t the easiest bunch, with a variety of ages (19 to 84) and personalities. Heather and Tiffany were accommodating and attentive to our requests! They did a great job on hair and make up, and they were an absolute pleasure. I would not hesitate to hire them again! -
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Marci G. Sent on 09/06/2023On time, friendly fun and my pics look amazing!
Easy, fun, affordable and great talent! -
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Ilia W. Sent on 07/13/2023
Pick Shade & Strand!
Shade and Strand did an amazing job on my hair and makeup as well as my mom's for my wedding day. I did not do a trial because I trusted the professionals and I couldn't have been happier! They did up-do styles on my mom and I. Every step of the way they checked in with us to make sure we liked what they were doing and that we felt comfortable. Definitely go with Shade and Strand! -
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Ashley R. Sent on 07/05/2023Special Experience with Shade & Strand!
I am so pleased to recommend Shade & Strand to anyone looking to get their hair and/or makeup done for a special event!
From the first conversation I had with Heather, I felt a sense that she really cares about her client’s wishes for their special day. She was super accommodating over the phone when I first booked my actual wedding day and was patient with me as I figured out a day to book a trial. I have to admit, I was scattered through the process and had changed the times and dates multiple times trying to arrange my trial date for an engagement photo session with a photographer. Heather was so kind through all the changes and last-minute adjustments. She was also super enthusiastic in giving me recommendations for my look based on photos I’d sent her of my dress and pictures I’d sent for hair & makeup inspiration.
Even though I didn’t get to have Heather as either my personal hair or makeup artist, I am so beyond grateful for her coordination, and through all the communication we had, I felt like we actually met in person. Heather booked me for both my trial & day-of hair & makeup to be done with Neva & Tiffany- and I also cannot say enough good things about these two!
Both Neva and Tiffany are super talented at what they do! & they are so sweet & fun to be around. Both girls were friendly and made me super comfortable as we talked and laughed through the sessions. My makeup was literally flawless and lasted all day for both my trial and day of. Tiffany was so sweet, she even let me keep a lipliner to touch up. Neva is an absolute doll and was so patient with me as I changed my hair do for my day of from the trial. I honestly cannot believe how beautiful my hair looked for two very different styles and with her only looking at a couple photos I’d saved from Pinterest.
Honestly, I feel lucky to have found Shade & Strand on my search for my wedding hair & makeup and will totally go with them for future special events! Thank you Heather, Neva, and Tiffany!!!
Shade and Strand's reply:
Ashley!!! Omg!!! This is a review that made me speechless and proud of our team. We absolutely love what we do and it helps that your easy to work woth and your hair and skin were practically flawless when walking in. We wish you nothing but blessings on your new chapter! Thank you for such kind words! -
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Carole W. Sent on 06/30/2023Fast, Professional, Beautiful
Heather and Tiffany were absolutely wonderful! I showed Tiffany a picture of the type of soft look my bridesmaids and I wanted, and she knew exactly what to do. The makeup felt light on our skin and had great coverage. She really listened to our wants. Heather was fun and creative with our hair, and made LOVELY designs. Our hair ranged from short boy-cut to waist-long, and she worked all of it with ease and confidence. We felt natural and beautiful!! Perfect for a wedding in the gardens.Shade and Strand's reply:
Thank you Carol for allowing us to be apart of your wedding journey. Such a beautiful group of girls and family! -
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Lauren M. Sent on 06/26/2023Shade and Strand provided excellent hair and makeup services
Shade and Strand is amazing! I was first introduced to Heather and Tiffany at one of my best friends weddings. They did such a great job that I booked their services for my wedding immediately after. My wedding day was so fun and my girls and I looked so good. The pictures don’t lie! Heather even made us the cutest reel and both ladies had the best positive energy the whole time. I am forever grateful for them and making my wedding day so special. -
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Victoria M. Sent on 06/20/2023Superstar energy with beautiful talent
Entrusting a stranger to do your makeup for the most important day of your life is kinda scary. However, Heather immediately eased my nerves, and made me feel very confident. She engaged with all my bridesmaids, made sure I was eating breakfast in between lip care, and helped me feel beautiful. I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else helping me get ready, and very thankful for her patient heart. You won’t be disappointed if you hire her!Shade and Strand's reply:
Thank You Victoria! Thank you so much for allowing me to be apart of your morning! It helps that you have great skin and sooo easy going! Wishing you all the love on your new chapter.
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Caitlin B. Sent on 10/25/2023Fun, efficient team of stylists
Heather and her stylists (Kelly and Tiffany) were incredible! From the mini hair/makeup trial, I could tell that they were a fun team. They were extremely easy to set up a reservation, which was exactly what I was looking for. Not to mention, their prices are extremely reasonable. There was no fuss over special services when making the reservation as there was either no extra charge (e.g., updo vs. down) or extra services (e.g., fake lashes) could be added on the day of. Heather and her team were reliable, with regular communication from Heather leading up to the wedding. They even arrived early to ensure that they could have plenty of time to set up. We paid additional money for an extra assistant, and it was well worth it. With 3 stylists in total, my 6 bridesmaids, 2 moms, 2 flower girls, and I had all our hair and makeup done in 4 hours. They made sure we were also having fun, with a party playlist and lots of photo opportunities throughout the morning. It set a great energy for the rest of the day, and I’m super happy that they were part of my wedding day!
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