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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022

Last update: February 2024

Hair and Makeup / Nails / Spray Tan / Skincare

Lara Stokes is a wedding hair stylist and beauty specialist based out of Cheltenham, England and serving celebrations throughout the Cotswolds. She has more than 20 years of experience in the beauty industry and offers a professional and bespoke service. She started her career managing a Toni & Guy salon in London before discovering her passion for wedding hair and all to do with beauty. She then trained with the world-renowned Kasia Fortuna and now offers all aspects of beauty, including, wedding / occasion hair, makeup, nails, spray tan and skincare.

Services Offered

Lara Stokes takes a relaxed and friendly approach, which allows her to ensure your wedding day is calm and stress-free. If you don't know what hairstyle you'd like, she will help you plan and prepare the look of your dreams. She will also take your dress and ceremony theme into consideration as she crafts your unique aesthetic. Lara can offer a strong creative team for all your beauty needs. Your booking, from skincare to tanning, to hair and makeup and then finally your nails, will be managed for you making sure all is easy and stress-free. We are happy to travel to your destinationn of choice on the lead up to your special day! We very much, look forward to hearing from you!

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Hairdressing
Makeup
Aesthetic - manicure, pedicure, waxing etc...
Beauty treatments

What is included in the wedding package?

Bridal Hair, Bridesmaids, Mother of the Bride, Flower Girls and any other members of the wedding party. We offer Hair, Makeup, Nails, Spray tan and Skincare

How far in advance should I contact you?

As soon as you know your date and venue. I have enquires up to 3 years in advance

Do you work at homes?

Yes

What is the charge for travelling?

Nothing within 30 miles and 0.65p per mile thereafter

What is your main business area?

Make up

Could you stay with the bride until the photo shoot?

Yes

How many people can you beautify for one wedding?

6 if solo and many more with my team on board too

Can you provide your beauty services for pre-wedding and post-wedding photography?

Yes

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer. PayPal. Stripe

Served in

Bristol, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire

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Reviews for Lara Stokes

4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
28 reviews
97% recommend it
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    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Response time
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value for money
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Laura
Laura T. Sent on 21/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Bridal Hair Stylist of Dreams

Lara did mine and my bridesmaids hair for my wedding in June. I’ve never been particularly comfortable having my hair/make up done by someone else, but from the first time I reached out, Lara was so friendly and communicative, she immediately put me at ease.

As soon as I met Lara at my trial I knew straight away that I’d made the perfect choice. She is knowledgeable, patient, friendly, fun and incredibly talented. She listened to the brief and used her expertise to tweak and make it perfect.

On the morning of, it felt like Lara and Phoebe were an extension of the bridal party—so calm, chatty and kind. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to recommend either to create your beautiful wedding hair and make up.

Lara, I could never say enough thank yous 🩷
AMY
Amy W. Sent on 20/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

July 24 Fabulous wedding hair by Lara

Working with Lara was just brilliant, I wasn’t feeling great about myself at my first trial and Lara noticed this. I changed things for myself and booked in another trial with Lara several months later. Lara took onboard my insecurities and gave me a hairstyle that I loved and felt confident with . Lara was great with communication, fun to be around and very professional, she worked with myself and my 3 bridesmaids to achieve brilliant results, thank you Lara it’s been a pleasure to work and getting to know you x thank you sooo much ! Amy xxx
Lucy
Lucy B. Sent on 17/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing! Highly recommend

I had Jas do my bridal hair as well as hair for my mum, flower girl and maid of honour. We were all so happy with the results and on top of that, Jas is so lovely and a pleasure to meet. So helpful to get the right look. At my trial she did two options for me so I knew which one I truly wanted. Thank you Jas!!
Leah
Leah Sent on 08/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Don't look further than Nadezhda Hardiman!

I cannot recommend Nadezhda from Lara’s team enough for bridal hair and make-up! Like many brides, I was initially nervous about trusting a stylist with my look for such an important day, but Nadezhda put all my worries to rest. From our first consultation, she was attentive and truly listened to my ideas, offering suggestions that enhanced my vision beyond anything I could have imagined.

On the morning of the wedding, Nadezhda was a calming presence, effortlessly taking the stress out of the preparations. She worked her magic, allowing me to relax and enjoy the company of my bridesmaids, confident that I would look fantastic. And I did! My hair and make-up were absolutely stunning and lasted throughout the entire day.

Nadezhda also did my mum's make-up, which was flawless and held up beautifully. We both received countless compliments, and it's all thanks to Nadezhda's incredible talent and professionalism. If you're looking for a stylist who will make you feel heard, relaxed, and absolutely gorgeous, look no further than Nadezhda!
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 28/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Flawless experience!

Jo & Krystyna from Lara’s team did an amazing job with hair & make-up for me and my bridesmaids. Everyone looked absolutely flawless and the team were punctual and professional. From the moment I got in contact, to my bridal trial, to my wedding day, all has flowed smoothly and I was so incredibly happy with my final look! Thank you for making it such a special day!
Sally
Sally G. Sent on 09/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Lara is the best!

From first enquiring with Lara, to the lovely morning we spent together for my trial, all the way up to the wedding day, she has been an absolute dream! So professional and responsive and just so incredibly lovely.

I felt like she understood me and my vision for my hair straight away, I barely needed to change anything after the trial. Lara also worked really closely with my makeup artist Phoebe, they are an amazing team!

On the morning of my wedding Lara really helped to keep me calm! I absolutely loved my hair and I felt like me, but just the best version of me. My bridesmaids also absolutely loved their hair and felt really listened to by Lara.

I really can't thank Lara enough and all I can say is if you're thinking of booking her, do it!
Holly
Holly I. Sent on 25/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Boho Bride Perfection with Lara Stokes

I always knew I didn’t want the traditional bridal hair look for my wedding day, but something more relaxed, more boho, more fun. When I found Lara I absolutely knew she was the perfect person to create my dream vision for my hair…. And boy did she do just that! For me and my bridal part - my sister’s relaxed hollywood waves were incredible!

I really couldn’t have asked for anything better. Not just in terms of how my hair looked but with regards to the way Lara was with me and my bridal party - kind, funny, full of advice and so many helpful wedding tips!

She fills you with so much warmth and love and truly is such a wonderful human… she really felt part of our bride tribe!

I feel blessed that Lara and my make up artist Phoebe (May Williams) were my glam squad for the day, what wonder women they are 🙌❤️😘

Here’s a few preview pics from our day at Cripps Barn- can’t wait to see more which showcase the full glamming experience!
Mayura
Mayura Sent on 08/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding hairstyles

There's something truly transformative about the perfect hairstyle on one's wedding day. Lara, our exceptional hairstylist, has the midas touch, turning our hair dreams into reality.

From the moment Lara arrived, she exuded professionalism, punctuality, and organization - an absolute must for a stress-free wedding morning. She masterfully navigated the bustle and excitement, making each lady in the room feel comfortable and cared for.

For all the ladies who had their hair styled by Lara, their delight was palpable - each hairstyle was beautifully crafted, reflecting their individual style while maintaining an elegant cohesion.

As the bride, I was particularly taken by Lara's exceptional talent. She took the time to understand my vision, providing her own valuable input to create a final look that was nothing short of stunning. It was an absolute work of art that remained intact throughout the day's celebrations.

Lara's skill, patience, and warm personality added a layer of calm to the busy wedding preparations. She brought an artistic flair to our day, creating beautiful hairstyles that will forever be immortalized in our wedding photos.

If you're in search of a hairstylist who can make your wedding hair dreams come true, look no further than Lara. We highly recommend her services to anyone who wants to feel and look their best on their special day.
Rachel
Rachel S. Sent on 16/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best decision

Lara is the kindest and most talented hair stylist ever, she made the whole process such a dream and made me feel validated and safe. From the start communication was excellent and the trial experience was so exciting! The morning of the wedding she makes you feel so calm yet so excited and really does the most beautiful hair styling. I would never have thought my hair would look so good in a Hollywood wave but I’m so in love with it and got so many compliments that now I want it all the time! Thank you so much Lara for everything, highly highly recommend.
Jodie
Jodie W. Sent on 06/05/2023
2 out of 5 rating

Not in Cheltenham

Friendly and very responsive however it was only after paying the deposit to secure my booking that I was given a contract and told I needed to pay >£60 mileage fee for my stylist despite living in Cheltenham. I was not told about this fee before booking. My deposit was refunded with no hassle but I am very disappointed. This location is advertised incorrectly and mileage costs should have been disclosed during the initial discussions.
Amy
Amy Sent on 27/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Hairstylist

Lara did my wedding hair and she was an absolute dream from start to finish. At the trial, I really appreciated her creative and professional input whilst still being incredibly mindful of my vision/what I wanted for my hair. Lara is someone who knows hair inside out!
On the day, I was so delighted with my hair. It is exactly what I hoped for and the end result was so pretty whilst still being super comfortable to wear (no heavy hair / hairspray crunch here!). And the staying power was incredible - my hair is very straight and notoriously impossible to hold a curl and yet somehow Lara's waves lasted all evening. See below for a photo of me at 7/8pm-ish so around 7 hours after styling - with my hair still looking fantastic and having waves in. Especially impressive as I did no touch ups and wasn't particularly precious with it.
Lara, you are magic and I can't thank you enough.
S
Sophia S. Sent on 15/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST hair!!!

OMG - Lara and her team were the dream. Not only did the trial go exactly as I had hoped but the morning of the wedding she was such a calming but hugely fun presence to have in the room! Cannot recommend her enough!
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Rhiannon L. Sent on 13/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Professional and Calming!!!!

Thank you Lara for making me feel the most beautiful on my special day. Your calming presence and professionalism is second to none. I also just want to rave about how fantastic your website and your communication is. From someone also working in a similar industry it was the best I’ve seen! My bridesmaid Sam was also over the moon with her hair and we were shocked at how our hair was still PERFECT by the time the lights on the dance floor came on 😂 I’d book you over and over again but I’m only getting married once haha. Thank you again x x x Rhiannon
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Alice L. Sent on 11/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredibly talented bridal hair artist

I was lucky enough to have Lara and team do hair for my wedding (bride, 4 bridesmaids, MOB, and flower girl! Lara bought my vision to life and it lasted all day!
All of the girls and my mum were so pleased with how their hair looked and lasted and everyone felt so confident!
Lara was so professional, super organized and always replied so quickly
Thank you so much to Lara (& team) you are all so talented- would 10000% recommend x
C
Ciara M. Sent on 06/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Mackinnon wedding 2024

Absolutely loved my hair for my wedding, Lara did an amazing job! From start to finish I felt at ease with Lara, she listened to everything I wanted and delivered!! My Bridesmaids hairstyles also looked incredible! Thank you so much for making me look amazing on my big day! Would definitely recommend.
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