THE HAIR & MAKEUP SCHOOL
intensive 5 day bridal hair & makeup course
“Level Up & Transform your Bridal Artistry in just Five Days.”
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Our 5-Day Bridal Hair & Makeup Course is a fully immersive, hands-on programme designed to equip aspiring and professional artists with the skills, confidence, and portfolio needed to succeed in the bridal industry. Whether you are just starting out or looking to refine and elevate your existing skills, this intensive course covers everything you need to create timeless, elegant, and contemporary bridal looks. Award-winning Bridal Hair & Makeup Artist, Holly Preston, will personally guide you through every aspect of bridal styling. The course is bespoke and tailored to each student’s experience level, ensuring you receive the support, mentorship, and techniques you need to excel. From mastering classic, boho, sleek, contemporary, and vintage-inspired hairstyles to flawless bridal makeup application, you’ll learn the full spectrum of bridal artistry. You’ll discover beautiful braids, plaits, and textured techniques, along with individual lash application with natural to glam makeup, ensuring your work is both creative and professional. |
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Every student will create 2 bridal hair and makeup looks during the photoshoot, receiving 10 high-quality editorial images to showcase their artistry. Styled on couture dresses and photographed in a breathtaking setting, these images are designed to help you attract your ideal brides and elevate your career.
Career Opportunities...
Completing this course also opens the door to joining Holly’s professional bridal hair and makeup team, providing invaluable hands-on experience at real weddings and helping you transition seamlessly into a professional bridal styling career.
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5 DAY BRIDAL HAIR & MAKEUP COURSE
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THE COURSE SCHEDULE
“The Complete Breakdown of Your Bridal Mastery Experience.”
Day 1 - Bridal Hair & Makeup Foundations
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• Introduction to the Wedding Hair & Makeup Industry
Understanding the modern bridal market, client expectations & industry standards. • Mastering the Bridal Consultation Everything you need to confidently guide your bride from enquiry to wedding morning. • Social Media & Website Business Skills How to showcase your work, attract clients, and build a strong online presence. • Skincare Knowledge for Flawless Results Preparing the skin for glowing, long-lasting, photo-ready makeup. • Product Knowledge & Prep Techniques Essential hair and makeup products, kit must-haves, and prep routines for all-day longevity. • Live Classic Bridal Makeup Demonstration A full step-by-step bridal makeup look demonstrated by Holly. |
• Contouring & Highlighting Techniques
Soft sculpting for natural, elegant bridal definition. • Individual Eyelash Application Perfect placement for seamless, natural-looking lashes. • Winged Eyeliner Techniques Achieving precise, symmetrical wings suited to each eye shape. • Live Classic Low Soft Bridal Bun Demonstration Learn Holly’s signature timeless, romantic bridal bun. • 1:1 Hands-On Training Personal guidance and expert feedback throughout the day with award-winning trainer Holly Preston. • Professional Photography Capture your work with studio lighting to start building your portfolio. |
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Day 2 - Elevating Your Bridal Hair & Makeup Skills
Take your skills to the next level as you explore signature industry techniques and build on your foundation from Day 1. Today focuses on mastering both iconic bridal hairstyling and progressing your makeup from natural to soft glam.
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Day 3 - Plaiting, Braiding & Glam Bridal Makeup
“Plaiting and braiding are essential skills every bridal hairstylist should master. On Day 3, you’ll spend a full day exploring a variety of braiding and twist techniques, learning how to create stunning styles that can stand alone or be seamlessly incorporated into elegant bridal hairstyles. Perfectly executed plaits and twists add texture, movement, and individuality, helping your work stand out in the competitive world of bridal hairstyling.”
- Plaiting and braiding techniques – A full day dedicated to mastering a variety of braids and twists. Learn how to create beautiful standalone plaits or incorporate them seamlessly into hairstyles, adding texture, movement, and individuality that set you apart in the bridal industry.
- Live bridal hair bun styling demonstration – Step-by-step guidance on crafting elegant and intricate bridal buns, from sleek, classic updos to textured, romantic finishes. Learn techniques for shaping, securing, and adding volume, including incorporating braids and twists for a polished, show-stopping style.
- Glam bridal makeup – Transform a natural base into a soft, luminous glam bridal look. Focus on flawless foundation, expertly blended eyeshadows, sculpted contouring, and finishing touches designed for long-lasting, camera-ready results.
- Advanced contouring & highlighting – Techniques to enhance facial features and create a radiant, bridal-ready glow with professional techniques.
- Expert individual eyelash application – Perfecting natural-to-glam looks for a flawless finish.
- Winged, smokey eyeliner & lash blending – Master precise winged liner techniques and learn how to blend product seamlessly into a soft, smokey effect for beautifully defined, sultry bridal eyes.
- Personalised one-to-one guidance with Holly Preston – Hands-on support to refine your technique, elevate your style, and perfect your bridal makeup artistry.
day 4
“Master Iconic Hollywood Waves with Flawless Winged Liner and a Statement Red Lip”
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- Master Glamorous Hollywood Waves & the Iconic Red Lip
Learn how to create soft, glossy, perfectly structured waves that exude classic Hollywood glamour, paired with a timeless bold red lip. - Live demonstration of flawless Hollywood wave styling
Watch Holly showcase her signature techniques, from sectioning to shaping, creating waves that are smooth, elegant, and long-lasting. - Professional product knowledge for the perfect wave
Discover which tools and products will help you set, hold, and maintain the waves, ensuring your styles look picture-perfect in any lighting or photoshoot. - Achieve radiant, photo-ready skin
Advanced contouring, highlighting, and finishing techniques to sculpt and enhance facial features, giving your client a glowing, flawless complexion. - Precision strip eyelash application
Perfect the art of lash placement, from natural enhancements to full glam, adding depth and drama to your finished makeup look. - Perfect the 50s-inspired winged eyeliner
Master the art of clean, bold winged eyeliner that complements classic red lips and completes the iconic vintage look. - Bold, show-stopping classic red lip tutorial
Learn expert application techniques for a flawless, vibrant red lip that stays put throughout the day and photographs beautifully. - One-to-one hands-on guidance with Holly Preston
Receive personalised training to refine your technique, troubleshoot challenges, and add your own professional touch to every detail.
day 5
PROFESSIONAL EDITORIAL PHOTO SHOOT
After an intensive four days of mastering bridal hair and makeup, Day 5 gives students the extraordinary opportunity to bring all their new skills together in a professional editorial photoshoot set within the breathtaking grounds of Nether Winchendon House.
You’ll create two bespoke bridal hair and makeup looks on your model, showcasing your artistry in a truly magical setting. The photoshoot is led by a highly experienced professional photographer, ensuring you leave with magazine-worthy images that will elevate, refresh, or kick-start your bridal hair and makeup portfolio.
The beauty of Nether Winchendon House offers far more than a stunning backdrop—it enhances every detail of your work. From atmospheric garden pathways to manicured lawns and historic architecture, every corner of this exclusive wedding venue provides a perfect scene for capturing your creations.
You are welcome to bring your own model, or I can provide one for you. Each model will be dressed in luxurious couture bridal gowns, adding drama, elegance, and authenticity to your images. To complete the look, we incorporate beautiful bridal bouquets, plus the unique opportunity to pick fresh flowers from the gardens to weave into your hairstyles—creating truly one-of-a-kind final touches.
Day 5 includes:
This final day is designed to give you not only invaluable experience but also exceptional professional imagery—a powerful asset to showcase your talent, grow your business, and confidently step forward in your bridal career.
You’ll create two bespoke bridal hair and makeup looks on your model, showcasing your artistry in a truly magical setting. The photoshoot is led by a highly experienced professional photographer, ensuring you leave with magazine-worthy images that will elevate, refresh, or kick-start your bridal hair and makeup portfolio.
The beauty of Nether Winchendon House offers far more than a stunning backdrop—it enhances every detail of your work. From atmospheric garden pathways to manicured lawns and historic architecture, every corner of this exclusive wedding venue provides a perfect scene for capturing your creations.
You are welcome to bring your own model, or I can provide one for you. Each model will be dressed in luxurious couture bridal gowns, adding drama, elegance, and authenticity to your images. To complete the look, we incorporate beautiful bridal bouquets, plus the unique opportunity to pick fresh flowers from the gardens to weave into your hairstyles—creating truly one-of-a-kind final touches.
Day 5 includes:
- An exclusive photoshoot at a luxury wedding venue
- A highly experienced professional photographer
- Show-stopping couture bridal gowns
- Stunning bridal bouquets
- Fresh flowers from the gardens for hairstyling
- Beautiful hair accessories to enhance your creations
This final day is designed to give you not only invaluable experience but also exceptional professional imagery—a powerful asset to showcase your talent, grow your business, and confidently step forward in your bridal career.
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WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE INTENSIVE 5 DAY BRIDAL HAIR & MAKEUP COURSE...
"Full-immersion, hands-on training that puts you in action from day one."
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"From absolute beginner to seasoned pro, my courses are designed to bring out the best in you. Each day follows an expertly structured schedule with individually tailored tasks, ensuring you receive the highest level of training and support throughout your journey.
I understand that every student who joins The Hair & Makeup School is unique, with different goals, learning styles, and levels of experience. That’s why I personally assess each of my students, creating a truly bespoke training experience that is unlike anything else."
I understand that every student who joins The Hair & Makeup School is unique, with different goals, learning styles, and levels of experience. That’s why I personally assess each of my students, creating a truly bespoke training experience that is unlike anything else."
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working in action...
Training to become a professional Bridal Hair and Makeup Artist is a dream for many — and one that is entirely achievable with my 5-day intensive Bridal Hair and Makeup Course.
There are so many reasons why The Hair & Makeup School stands out from the crowd. From the stunning backdrop of Nether Winchendon House, perfect for creating gorgeous portfolio images, to the opportunity to train directly with me — one of the UK’s leading, award-winning Bridal Hair and Makeup specialists — your experience will be truly exceptional.
When you choose to train with me, you can be confident you’re stepping into an extraordinary learning environment designed to elevate your skills and inspire your creativity.
There are so many reasons why The Hair & Makeup School stands out from the crowd. From the stunning backdrop of Nether Winchendon House, perfect for creating gorgeous portfolio images, to the opportunity to train directly with me — one of the UK’s leading, award-winning Bridal Hair and Makeup specialists — your experience will be truly exceptional.
When you choose to train with me, you can be confident you’re stepping into an extraordinary learning environment designed to elevate your skills and inspire your creativity.
Discover your talent, grow your confidence, and step into the bridal world with ease.
"I absolutely love my work as a bridal hair and makeup artist, and it brings me so much joy to share my depth of knowledge with my students. Watching their confidence grow and seeing the incredible progress they make over just five days is genuinely inspiring. I’m always amazed by the talent that emerges — so much so that I’m thrilled to offer my graduates the opportunity to join my Hair & Makeup Team once they complete the course.
Even if you’re a complete beginner, you’ll be amazed at how much you can achieve in just 5 days."
Even if you’re a complete beginner, you’ll be amazed at how much you can achieve in just 5 days."
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Why choose this bridal hair & makeup course...
"You can expect the highest standard from my 5-day intensive course. Training runs from 10am–5pm each day, using only the very best products and equipment, and I’ll be right by your side teaching you exactly how to use it all. By the end of the week, you’ll feel confident and fully prepared to take on any Bridal Hair and Makeup challenge."
My Intensive Bridal Hair & Makeup Course is designed to take you from confident to exceptional. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your current skills, this course gives you the hands-on training, creative guidance, and industry insight you need to thrive as a bridal artist.
You’ll learn modern, in-demand styles, master flawless long-lasting makeup, and understand how to work confidently with real brides. Throughout the week, you’ll create a full professional portfolio, with a dedicated photoshoot on the final day so you walk away with magazine-worthy images to showcase your work.
With small class sizes, personalised support, and a welcoming, encouraging environment, you’ll leave feeling skilled, confident, and ready to book paying clients.
This isn’t just a course — it’s the start of your bridal artistry career.
You’ll learn modern, in-demand styles, master flawless long-lasting makeup, and understand how to work confidently with real brides. Throughout the week, you’ll create a full professional portfolio, with a dedicated photoshoot on the final day so you walk away with magazine-worthy images to showcase your work.
With small class sizes, personalised support, and a welcoming, encouraging environment, you’ll leave feeling skilled, confident, and ready to book paying clients.
This isn’t just a course — it’s the start of your bridal artistry career.
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