The Journal
Words from the trial chair.
Honest writing on bridal hair — what works, what doesn't, and what we wish more brides knew six months out.
Style Guide
The Complete Guide to Choosing Your Wedding Hairstyle
Six questions to ask yourself before you book a single trial. The short version: your dress and your venue matter more than the photos you saved on Pinterest.
9 min read · Sarah Whitmore
What to Expect
What to Expect at Your Bridal Hair Trial
What we do, what we ask, what to bring, and why you should book your trial two months out — not two weeks.
7 min read · Sarah Whitmore
Trends
2026 Wedding Hair Trends: What Real Brides Are Choosing
Less 'trend forecast', more honest observation from the trial chair. Six looks we've done more of in 2026, and the one we've stopped doing.
5 min read · Mia Chen
Style Guide
Bridal Hair for Every Hair Type: A Stylist's Guide
What works on fine hair, thick hair, curly hair, Afro hair, and chemically-treated hair — without forcing any of them to be what they're not.
11 min read · Amara Okafor
Planning
How Far in Advance Should You Book Your Wedding Hairdresser?
Short answer: nine months. Longer answer: it depends on your venue and your dress timeline.
4 min read · Sarah Whitmore
Style Guide
Boho vs Classic: Finding Your Bridal Hair Style
The two-camp question every bride hits eventually. Here's how we help you tell which one you actually are — not just the one you think you should be.
6 min read · Mia Chen
