Planning a wedding can feel like juggling a million things at once, with each decision adding a new layer to your big day. Amongst the dress shopping, venue hunting, and guest list wrangling, booking your wedding hair and makeup artist is a crucial step in creating the look you’ve always dreamed of. But when should you book this essential service?

This year has seen another incredible milestone for Lucent Hair & Makeup! I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been awarded Highly Commended Makeup Artist of the Year for the South East at The Wedding Industry Awards 2025.

Your wedding morning should be a calm, enjoyable experience, filled with moments of excitement and joy as you prepare for the big day. As a bridal hair and makeup artist who has been part of hundreds of wedding mornings, I know a thing or two about how to plan for a calm and beautiful wedding morning!

Choosing the perfect bridal makeup style for your big day

Why feeling confident and comfortable in your own skin on your wedding day is more important than meeting anyone else's expectations

Master the art of wearing veils: Tips for every bridal style

How to navigate the wedding morning schedules

Uncover the secrets to maximising your bridal preview session

How to strike the perfect balance between your comfort zone and your dream makeup vision.

Start your big day right: a 12-step wedding morning routine for radiant brides.

Expert advice to keep your bridal beauty stunning from morning to midnight.

Beat the heat with these tips to help you tackle hot weather wedding woes and ensure you remain picture-perfect from morning till night.

How to choose the perfect hairstyle for your big day.

Say goodbye to stress on your wedding day by choosing one stylist for both hair and makeup.

How to choose a makeup look for your wedding day and what to consider.

What’s included as part of your professional bridal hair and makeup package.

Before attending your bridal trial, there are a few things to consider and plan in order to get the most out of the time with your stylist. Read on to discover some useful tips on how to search for and compile a useful set of inspiration images!

What to consider and the things to remember when booking your professional makeup artist and hairstylist for your wedding day.

Wondering if a bridal trial is necessary and when you should have one? In this blog post I will answer some common questions around why having a trial is so important and when you should book your bridal trial.

How to prepare for your wedding day to ensure your morning runs as smoothly and as stress-free as possible.