Summer is the busiest time for weddings and with that, trials are necessary. A trial (some people call it a test, preview or a consultation) is an appointment where the artist meets with the bride to 'try' out the look or several looks for the wedding day. This meeting is VERY important and I do not suggest skipping it. This is your time to nail down the look you have always been dreaming about for your wedding.
When Should I Do the Trial?
Some ladies choose to book and then meet for a trial and others book only after meeting with the artist. If you are going to book before meeting the artist, make sure you are absolutely confidant in their work and have read enough good reviews from other brides.
How Far in Advance?
A great artist who works on weddings usually gets booked pretty far in advance (especially in the wedding months April-November). So, I recommend that if you find someone who's work you love... don't wait and set up an appointment.
Hair - I always recommend that you bring photos of the type of hairstyles you have in mind. The more pictures, the better! Also, if you have your veil or any accessories, bring those too!
Be Honest!!!!
A trial is your opportunity to communicate everything, so don't sit back... be honest with the artist about what you like and don't like. The artist cannot read your mind (unless she/he is psychic) so talk, talk and talk some more! The worst thing is if you walk out hating how you look and not saying a word. And if the artist has an ego and doesn't take your coaching... then I recommend working with someone else.
Take Pictures
Take as many pictures as possible in as many different lights as possible. Inside, outside, with flash and without. Not only do you want to look flawless in person, you want to make sure the makeup and hair translates well in pictures and video. Your photos will last a lifetime, so make sure you will look perfect and don't have surprises on the wedding day. Also, it helps the artist to remember what look you decide on and how to recreate it.
