Saying “I do” in Raleigh? Updo’s Studio brings upscale, on-site bridal hair and makeup directly to your chosen venue for a chic and stress-free wedding morning. We’ve styled couples at discerning Raleigh settings such as Baron’s Ridge, The Umstead Hotel & Spa, Cedar Room at The Stockroom, and Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley. From radiant bridal glow, soft-glam natural makeup, romantic cascading waves, to chic updos with modern twists—your beauty is crafted to look luminous and last through your vows, portraits, and reception. A precise beauty timeline ensures your entire wedding party feels polished, calm, and ready.

With 25+ years of bridal beauty mastery, Updo’s Studio is trusted for serene professionalism, premium artistry, and seamless organization. We care for the whole bridal party—bridesmaids, mothers, and cherished attendants—so everyone looks radiant and unified. Book your Raleigh wedding hair and makeup with Updo’s Studio for an elevated, on-site beauty experience delivered with poise and perfection.

RALEIGH, NC
WEDDING HAIR & MAKEUP

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**Our pricing below includes travel**

Our Silver tier; award-winning wedding hair & makeup. This tier includes hair & makeup for your entire bridal party on your wedding day, as well as a hair & makeup preview for the bride before the wedding. Simple and affordable.

SILVER

• Professional hair styling for your entire bridal party

• Expert makeup application for your entire bridal party

• Preview for both hair & makeup for the bride

BRIDE
All perks above

$590

$185 - Hair Only
$185 - Makeup Only
$275 - Preview

PARTY
per person, age 13+

$240

$160 - Hair Only
$160 - Makeup Only

JUNIORS
per person, age 9-12

$150

Includes choice of hairstyle & light natural makeup

FLOWER GIRL
per person, age 0-8

$85

Includes choice of hairstyle & light natural makeup

Our Gold tier is for those who want a little something extra with their hair & makeup. This tier includes everything in the Silver tier, as well as lashes for the entire bridal party, the option for either airbrush or High Definition (HD) makeup, and a beauty assistant that will stay for 1 additional hour to assist the bride with touch ups and ensure your hair and makeup is holding wonderfully after styling.

GOLD

• Professional hair styling for your entire bridal party

• Expert makeup application for your party

• Preview for both hair & makeup for the bride

• Skillfully applied lashes for your entire party

• Option for either Airbrush or High Definition makeup

• A beauty assistant for 1 hour for your touch up needs

BRIDE
All perks above

$640

$205 - Hair Only
$205 - Makeup Only
$300 - Preview

PARTY
per person, age 13+

$265

$175 - Hair Only
$175 - Makeup Only

JUNIORS
per person, age 9-12

$150

Includes choice of hairstyle & light natural makeup

FLOWER GIRL
per person, age 0-8

$85

Includes choice of hairstyle & light natural makeup

Our Platinum tier is for the bride who wants all the things. It includes everything in our Gold tier, as well as a second preview for a mother-of or bridesmaid, temporary hair extensions for the bride for extra hair volume & styling options only possible with large volume (extensions are optional), and a beauty assistant that will stay for 2 additional hours to assist the bride with touch ups and ensure your hair and makeup is perfect for every picture.

PLATINUM

• Professional hair styling for your entire bridal party

• Expert makeup application for your party

• Preview for both hair & makeup for the bride

• A second preview for a mother-of or bridesmaid

• Skillfully applied lashes for your entire party

• Option for either Airbrush or High Definition makeup

• Top quality temporary hair extensions for the bride, if desired

• A beauty assistant for 2 hours for all your touch up needs

BRIDE
All perks above

$1000

PARTY
per person, age 13+

$290

JUNIORS
per person, age 9-12

$150

Includes choice of hairstyle & light natural makeup

FLOWER GIRL
per person, age 0-8

$85

Includes choice of hairstyle & light natural makeup

Our Diamond tier is the bride who has to have the best we can possibly offer. We thought extensively about what we could possibly do to improve on our Platinum tier and this is what we came up with: one of our Team Leads will be your beauty assistant and stay with you for your entire wedding, as long as you need. On top of helping you with touch ups, our Team Lead will provide the bride with a second complete hair style/redo at your request in case you want to change up your hair style during your wedding (like between your ceremony and reception for example). Also, we will include a third pre-wedding hair & makeup styling for your bridal portrait.

DIAMOND

• Professional hair styling for your entire bridal party

• Expert makeup application for your party

• Preview for both hair & makeup for the bride

• A second preview for a mother-of or bridesmaid

• Bridal portrait hair & makeup for the bride

• Skillfully applied lashes for your entire party

• Option for either Airbrush or High Definition makeup

• Top quality temporary hair extensions for the bride, if desired

• Team Lead as your personal beauty assistant for up to 4 hours

• A second wedding day hair style if you want to change it up

BRIDE
All perks above

$1115

PARTY
per person, age 13+

$315

JUNIORS
per person, age 9-12

$150

Includes choice of hairstyle & light natural makeup

FLOWER GIRL
per person, age 0-8

$85

Includes choice of hairstyle & light natural makeup

In Raleigh, mornings move fast once downtown traffic and venue access windows start, so we build a smooth on-site rhythm. At The Merrimon-Wynne House, The Stockroom at 230, The Pavilion at the Angus Barn, and North Carolina Museum of Art, we arrive early enough to set a clean station, protect the room, and keep portraits flowing without crowding the suite. Spring pollen and summer humidity can change how styles hold, especially around outdoor gardens and sculpture walks, so product choice and pinning matter. If your hotel is near Fayetteville Street or the Warehouse District, we coordinate elevator loads and chair turns to keep the morning quiet and efficient. RDU arrivals and first looks can stack up, so we buffer the start for breathing room.

Updo’s Studio provides luxury on-site wedding hair and makeup in Raleigh, NC for brides and bridal parties. For Raleigh wedding hair and makeup, we focus on long-wear confidence that reads beautifully in close-up, from a sleek chignon to soft waves. Makeup can stay soft matte or luminous, depending on your ceremony light and reception pace. We map each look to your ceremony time, portrait locations like Dorothea Dix Park, and the handoff to your planner or coordinator. When you step outside for skyline photos or oak-lined streets in Oakwood, we lock in hold and flyaway control before you walk. If the morning shifts, we adjust the sequence without rushing your final checks.

ON-SITE RADIANCE IN RALEIGH

FAQs

Our VIP Experience comes with so many perks. We know it also comes with some questions though, so here are a few answers to some frequently asked questions.

Q: Do you travel on-site to Raleigh, NC venues and hotels?

A: Yes, we work on-site across Raleigh venues, downtown hotels, and private residences. We confirm parking, loading, and access details with your venue contact.

Q: When should I schedule a preview for Raleigh, NC?

A: A preview sets the direction for hair, makeup, and accessories before your wedding day. Schedule it 8 to 12 weeks out, usually in-studio, or when you are already local.

Q: How long does hair and makeup take on the wedding day?

A: We plan around ceremony time, portraits, and party size to set your start time. We send an appropriate number of artists so most parties finish in roughly three hours.

Q: How many people can you style on-site in one morning?

A: Large parties are handled with a team sized to your headcount and finish time. We keep services moving with rotations and a dedicated flow lead.

Q: Will my look hold up with Raleigh heat and humidity?

A: We choose hold and complexion finishes based on humidity, wind, and outdoor photo locations. Expect strategic setting, pinning, and touch-up points before you leave.

Q: What does a beauty assistant do during the morning?

A: They handle touch-ups, veil placement, and accessory checks so photos start with polished details. They also reset stations and keep tools moving between artists.