huma Trial & Bridal Portrait Advice Needed

I did my H&MU trials on the same day as my bridal portraits. My make up was done at noon. Hair done at 4pm. Pictures done at 6:30/7. My make up lasted. All I had to do was touch up the lipstick. If I were you, I'd keep things the way they are with the gap between trials and pictures. Take someone with you that can help entertain you / help you out. You'll need someone there to help you get in and out of your dress and to help carry the back of your dress (so you don't get it dirty during pics) anyways. I had my MOH and mom assist me. To me, the gap would be worth not having to pay for another expensive trial and trip there. What about a third option? You could reschedule your H&MU trials until August when it's closer to your date on the same day that you would schedule your bridal portraits. OR, option 4: reschedule your current H&MU trials for later in the day.

Unfortunately my H&MU artist is pretty popular and was already booked later in the day. She also only does trials during the weekday and with my travel/work schedule no August dates worked for the both of us. My Mom had already planned to help me in the morning and then go back to work but I can just ask her to take the whole day off to spend with me. I hate putting people out so I think that's why I'm more stressed about the gap - even though it makes the most sense to keep things they way they are.

Hey Kaitlyn!

If you are unable to reschedule your hair and MUA appointment, then I think waiting for your photoshoot on the same day would be your best option. You would then get it all done in the one day and wouldn’t have to worry about scheduling any more appointments as your wedding draws closer. It’s a great idea to have someone with you on the day! I’m sure your mom won’t mind coming for the whole day, she might like the opportunity to spend some time with you.

Do you have any inspiration pictures of what you want your hair and makeup to look like?