The North Hills Bride’s Hair Prep Timeline | Craft Collective Salon Group

Your wedding day look starts long before the morning-of styling. At Craft Collective Salon Group in Pittsburgh’s North Hills, our bridal experts help brides map out the perfect timeline for strong, glossy, and camera-ready hair.

Whether you’re getting married near Ross Park Mall, McCandless, or Wexford, this guide outlines how to prepare your hair for every stage of your journey.

1. Six Months Before: The Foundation Phase

Healthy hair is the base for any bridal style. Begin treatments at least six months before your wedding to build shine and strength.

We recommend:

• Trim and repair: Schedule a clean-up cut to remove split ends.

• Deep hydration: Incorporate R+Co Bleu’s De Luxe Reparative Mask.

• Gloss refresh: Start a Wella Shinefinity glossing cycle to add reflective tone.

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For in-depth care guidance, visit The Ross Township Guide to Healthy Hair Year-Round.

2. Four Months Before: Perfect Your Color

This is the time to finalize your tone, highlights, or balayage. You’ll want your color looking fresh but still natural as the big day approaches.

Our stylists in Ross Township and McCandless recommend soft, sunlit tones that complement your dress and complexion.For inspiration, browse Top Hair Colors Trending Near Ross Park Mall.

3. Three Months Before: Strength and Structure

With your color set, focus on integrity. Bond repair and conditioning treatments help hair withstand heat styling and ensure smooth texture.

We often use Aveda Botanical Repair and Wella FusionPlex to strengthen and seal. Combine these with light trims every 8 weeks for best results.See related tips in The North Hills Color Correction Guide.

4. Two Months Before: Bridal Trial

Your trial is the moment everything comes together. During your consultation, we’ll test different looks, from timeless updos to romantic waves, and finalize product selections for hold and shine.

Bring inspiration photos, veil options, and your stylist’s input — we’ll tailor your look around your personal style and wedding aesthetic.Learn how stylist pairing works best in The North Hills Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Stylist.

5. One Month Before: Final Adjustments

This is your last chance to adjust tone, layers, or shape. Schedule your final color refresh early enough to allow for settling and any tweaks.

Our stylists will also recheck your hair’s moisture balance to ensure your texture cooperates with heat styling on the wedding day.

Maintain your radiance with at-home care routines outlined in The North Hills Blowout & Styling Guide.

6. One Week Before: Polish and Prep

Avoid any major changes this week. Focus on scalp health, hydration, and gentle cleansing.

Use R+Co Gemstone Shampoo and R+Co Bleu Essential Hair Tonic to maintain smoothness and manageability.If you’re curious about eco-friendly options, read Why North Hills Residents Are Choosing Eco-Friendly Haircare.

7. The Day Before: Light Touches Only

Wash your hair lightly the night before so it’s easy for your stylist to shape and pin. Avoid heavy conditioners or oils that can weigh down the style.

Relax, hydrate, and trust the prep work you’ve done over the past few months — this is your time to enjoy.

8. The Wedding Day: The Final Touch

Arrive with clean, dry hair unless instructed otherwise by your stylist. Bring your accessories, veil, and a few touch-up essentials.

Our North Hills bridal team works seamlessly to keep your morning stress-free and your look timeless — perfectly capturing your personality and glow.

Learn about our bridal specialists on the Meet the Stylists page.

9. After the Wedding: Post-Event Care

Don’t forget post-wedding recovery! We offer hydration and glossing packages to bring your hair back to life after heat, product, and styling.

Keep your hair wedding-photo-ready for weeks with Aveda Nutriplenish, R+Co Bleu Optical Illusion Oil, and a restorative gloss refresh.

10. Book Your North Hills Bridal Consultation

Your wedding day deserves intentional preparation and expert guidance. Whether you’re a classic bride or modern minimalist, Craft Collective Salon Group brings artistry, precision, and sustainable care to every style.

Book your bridal hair consultation today at craftcollectivesalongroup.com — and let’s create your perfect day together.