Wisteria Avenue · Abingdon

Prom Hair Appointments

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Prom hair at our Abingdon salon.

Prom is a big night, and your hair should make you feel brilliant for it. We create prom hair that looks amazing in person and in every photo, and holds up through a whole evening of dancing. Whether you know exactly what you want or you’ve never had your hair put up before, we’ll help you find a look that suits you and pull it off beautifully on the day.

Call or WhatsApp us on 01235 534705 to talk through what you’re after.

Never had your hair done for something like this? That’s fine.

For a lot of people, prom is the first time they’ve had their hair professionally styled for a big occasion — and that’s completely normal. There’s no need to know the right words or arrive with a fixed idea. Bring some pictures of looks you like (screenshots from your phone are perfect), and we’ll talk through what will genuinely suit your hair and your outfit, and what will still look great hours later. If you’re not sure where to start, that’s exactly what we’re here for.

A style that lasts the night.

The looks we’re asked for most are updos, half-up half-down styles, romantic curls and waves, braids, and soft styles with pieces left out to frame the face. Whatever you choose, the important thing is that it holds — prom is a long night, and a style that looks perfect at six o’clock needs to still look good at eleven. Part of our job is steering you toward the version of your chosen look that will actually last through the photos, the meal and the dancing, rather than one that drops after an hour. We’ll be honest about what will work for your hair type so you get the best of both.

Coming as a group?

Lots of friends like to get ready together and book their prom hair as a group — and we’re happy to arrange that. If there are a few of you, let us know when you get in touch and we’ll plan the timings so everyone’s done in good time before the evening, without anyone feeling rushed. Because prom season is busy, group bookings especially are worth arranging as far ahead as you can.

Timing and cost.

There’s no single fixed price for prom hair, because it depends on your hair and the style — length, thickness, texture and how intricate the look is all change how long it takes, and the time is what the cost is based on. Most appointments sit around an hour, though a simpler style can be quicker and something intricate on long or thick hair can take longer. When you get in touch we’ll look at what you want and give you a clear, honest idea of the time and cost, so there are no surprises — handy to know if you’re planning the day around it (and useful for parents too).

Booking your prom hair.

Prom season is short and busy — roughly May to July — so book as early as you can, especially if you’re coming as a group. Get in touch with your prom date and a picture or two of the look you like, and we’ll set aside the right amount of time. Parents are very welcome to get in touch to arrange it, and to come along on the day.

Message us on WhatsApp or call on 01235 534705 — a quick message with the date and a picture is the easiest way to start. You can also book online at wisteriaavenue.co.uk/bookings.

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Your Questions, Answered

Frequently asked.

How do I book hair up for an occasion?+

You can book online at wisteriaavenue.co.uk/bookings, call us Tuesday to Saturday on 01235 534705, or send us a WhatsApp on the same number — just save 01235 534705 as a contact and message us. For occasion hair, a quick message with a picture of the look you want and your event date is often the easiest way to start, so we can set aside the right amount of time.

How long does a hair up appointment take?+

It varies a lot — anywhere from around thirty minutes for a simpler style to up to three hours for something intricate on long, thick or resistant hair. The average is about an hour. Because it depends so much on your hair and the style, we'll give you a realistic idea of timing before the day so we can book the right length of appointment.

How much does hair up cost?+

There's no single fixed price, because the appointments genuinely vary — the cost is based on the time and complexity involved, which depends on your hair's length, thickness, texture and condition, and the style you're after. Rather than put a number on a page that wouldn't be true for everyone, we'll look at what you want and give you a clear, honest idea of the cost before you commit.

Do you come to my home or wedding venue?+

No — we do all occasion hair here in the salon rather than travelling to venues, hotels or homes. It's a deliberate choice: in the salon we have the full kit, good mirrors and lighting, and an unhurried space, which lets us do our best work. If you specifically need someone to come to you on the day, we're honestly not the right fit — but if you can come to us, you'll get a better result for it.

Do I need a consultation first?+

For something intricate, or if you're not sure what will work, it's worth a chat or a consultation before the day so we can scope the timing and talk through what will suit your hair and hold for the occasion. For something simpler you're welcome to book straight in. Either way, bring or send reference pictures — they tell us far more than words.

How far in advance should I book?+

The earlier the better, particularly around wedding and prom season when occasion hair books up well in advance. Get in touch as soon as you have your date — tell us the event and the date, and send a picture if you have one, and we'll do our best to fit around your day.

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