Gail Gardner Wedding Hair and Makeup

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I highly recommend Gail for any bridal hair and makeup. She is an amazing professional with a big heart. The result is a piece of art.
Gail Gardner is a Multi Award Winning Wedding Hair and Makeup artist based in Chelmsford. Fully trained at Wella Hair in London and has won awards for the Hairstylist of the Year Awards, three times.
Gail Gardner Wedding Hair and Makeup Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at
£100
Maximum price
£195
A price of a brides hair trial is £100 and on the wedding day it is £195.00. These are the same prices for a brides makeup. At the trial we go through the brides hair and makeup ideas before we create the perfect look for you. We run the trial as a rehearsal of your wedding day so that we get your timings just perfect, eliminating any stress on your wedding morning. Bridesmaids prices are £75 for a trial (it is not essential for bridesmaids to have trials) and £85 on the wedding day. These prices are competitive and will remain for all of 2024. For more information, please get in touch.
Gail Gardner Wedding Hair and Makeup Details

Products and Services

Make-Up Artists
Pre-Wedding Trial
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Mobile Services
Hair Extensions
Hair Dressing
Tattoo Cover-Up Make-Up
On the Day Services
Stay Through Ceremony
Stay Through Dancing
Gail Gardner Wedding Hair and Makeup Full Description
Hi! I’m Gail Gardner and I’m here to make you look absolutely breath taking on your wedding day and to help make your wedding morning run as smooth and stress free as possible. I have been working as a Professional Hair and Makeup Artist for 20 years. I trained at Wella Hair Studios in London, alongside the world acclaimed Patrick Cameron. He gave me the confidence to be adventurous with hair and that is exactly what I like to do ensuring you have the perfect hairstyle for your wedding day. I also trained as a Professional Makeup Artist in London alongside some of the most famous makeup artists focussing on Weddings and photoshoots. You will often find me at Masterclasses, keeping up to date with the latest trends. I am calm, work quietly, professionally and will help eliminate any stress from your morning by making sure you have ample time to get ready so you can enjoy a glass of champagne with your wedding party before you take your vows. I will only carry out one wedding per day so you won’t find me rushing off anywhere. Don’t be surprised to find me helping you into your wedding dress or snapping away with my camera to help capture memorable moments if your photographer isn’t around. I am also happy to carry out ‘Bride only’ weddings. Also, please enquire about discounts for bridal parties getting married between the months of January to March.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Gail Gardner
Thank you for your enquiry and congratulations on your forthcoming wedding. I am professionally trained and absolutely love working with my beautiful brides and their family and friends. I will take complete care of you on your wedding day and will have you all ready in plenty of time, even enough time for a glass of champagne. You honestly are in very safe hands. Check out my google reviews, for honest, recent feedback. I will be in touch very soon! Kindest regards. Gail Gardner

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2005
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(40)
Gayle
Happy couple married in January
January 2024
A 5 star make up artist and hair stylist
Gail was amazing, she was patient and listened and was also very consultative and gave ideas and options. My hair was a low bun with soft front and sides, it was perfect. My make up was also pretty, exactly as we had discussed, with some excellent enhancements on the say. Gail also kindly made time to style my Mother In Law’s hair and applied make up and helped with finishing touches, she was thrilled. Nothing was too much trouble and I will definitely be seeing Gail again. I highly recommend her, no hesitation, you won’t be disappointed. Thank you so much x
Hayley Lodge
Happy couple married in December
December 2023
The Reid Rooms
Hi Gail. I just wanted to thank you once again for doing all our hair. I still cannot believe that I did not need hair extensions. Your work is amazing! I really loved it, in fact we all felt fantastic with our hair. All of us got lots of compliments. A massive thank you to you for making me especially feel and look so special. Hayley x
Sophie Frampton
Happy couple married in November
December 2023
Thank You!
Thank you you so much for my makeup Gail! It was absolutely stunning and I had the best wedding a girl could ask for. Thank you! Sophie x
Tracy Cureton
Happy couple married in November
December 2023
Mulberry House
Gail, Thank you so much for making my hair amazing. I had so many compliments and even kept it in the next day. We all loed our makeup too. Thank you xx
Christina Fance
Happy couple married in November
December 2023
The Lion Inn
Thank you so much for yesterday. You were amazing in every way. Everyone loved my hair, I was so happy with it. We had the best day. It was amazing and perfect. Thank you. xxx
Annie Newbon
Happy couple married in October
December 2023
Leez Priory
I feel so fortunate to have met Gail and blessed she was available on my wedding day. As a first time older bride I had concerns that the hair and makeup might be too young or too heavy. I needn't have worried because from the moment I met Gail, she put me at ease. It is clear Gail loves and takes real pride in her work. My hair and makeup looked amazing and lasted all day and all night, it was still perfect at 3am. If you are looking for a hair and makeup artist, look no further! Annie xx
Gail Gardner Wedding Hair and Makeup Location & Contact Details

Address

Spinney House, Cow Watering Lane,Writtle, Cow Watering Lane,Writtle, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3SB, England

Travel Notes

If using Google Maps, you can type in Spinney House, Cow Watering Lane, Writtle and you will find me.

Nearest Town

Chelmsford

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A12

Nearest Train Station

Chelmsford

Nearest Airport

Stansted

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Gail Gardner Wedding Hair and Makeup Press & Awards
(3)

Press & Awards (1)

Many wedding magazines

Industry Awards (1)

Three times winner of Hairstylist of the Year at Wedding Awards for Essex

Accreditations (1)

Distinction
Frequently Asked Questions
(10)

What is your most memorable wedding?

My most memorable wedding was when a bride, on the morning of her wedding, advised me she no longer wanted to marry her fiancé.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Romantic, Sophisticated, Elegant, Bohemian, feminine - any style you desire

What about your business are you most proud of?

I am most proud to have won the award for Wedding Hairstylist of the Year, three times competing against the finest in the industry. Hearing my name called out among the ten finalists, some of them established salons, was one of the proudest moments of my life.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Book your suppliers very early to avoid disappointment.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

When the groom stood up before the meal, and told everyone, that whoever’s birthday was next on their table, got to take home the centrepiece. It immediately broke the ice and everyone got introduced to each other and some pretended it was their birthday that day. I was a plus one, so it put me at ease from the start.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

A bride secures my services with a booking form, arranges a trial. At the trial we ensure we find the perfect look for the bride. On the wedding day, I turn up and make everyone beautiful. All timed so the bride never feels flustered.

What do you love most about your job?

Everything.

What is your No. 1 beauty tip for a bride?

Grow your hair, keep it in good condition and look after your skin from the moment you get engaged.

How do you keep the bride feeling calm on her wedding day?

By showing the bride I have confidence in my work on the day and I have control of the timings so she won't be late. Her family and friends also will help to keep her calm, just by being around her.

What advice would you give to brides to stay looking great throughout their wedding day?

Your hair and makeup should still be looking perfect, but do touch your lipstick up every now and then.