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Bridal Hair & Makeup
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On your wedding day, you want everything to be perfect— from the dress and the ceremony to your hair and makeup. All eyes will be on you as your loved ones gather to celebrate a beautiful milestone in your life. It’s important to feel and look your best. That’s why our skilled hair and wedding makeup artists in Chicago are here to turn your dreams into a reality.

When you’re looking for experienced stylists for yourself and your wedding party, you can depend on GC by George Charles. We’ll use our expertise and attention to detail to ensure your vision becomes a reality. On your big day, our hair and makeup artists will make it a priority to exceed your expectations.
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Bridal Hair & Makeup

Wedding Day Hair
On your wedding day, let us bring your dream hairstyle to life with expert precision and care. Using the look finalized in your trial, our stylist will recreate your chosen style—ensuring it’s secure, stunning, and long-lasting through every celebration and photo.
Bridal Trial
Your wedding day hair should reflect your unique style, complement your dress, and last beautifully until the last dance. In this personalized trial session, we’ll explore and refine different hairstyles until we find the perfect fit for you. Our stylist will guide you through styles that suit your face shape, hair type, and wedding aesthetic.

-Try a variety of looks to find your favorite.
- Get personalized advice on what works best with your dress, veil, accessories, and overall vibe.
-Your final look will be carefully documented to recreate it flawlessly on the big day.
-Add-On Trials – Trials for veils, hairpieces, or clip-in extensions can be included upon request.
Wedding Day Makeup
On your special day, let us take care of every detail with a flawless makeup application that brings your chosen bridal look to life. Our expert artist will recreate the exact look finalized during your bridal trial—ensuring a smooth, relaxing, and pampering experience before you say "I do." Your wedding makeup isn’t just about how you look—it’s about how you feel. Radiant, confident, and ready for one of the most memorable days of your life.

Includes a "Bridal Touch-Up Kit" with your lipstick shade, blotting papers, and other essentials to keep you looking fresh and flawless all day long.
Wedding Day Makeup Trial
This 2-hour bridal makeup trial is all about creating your perfect look for the big day. Our experienced makeup specialists work closely with you to explore, refine, and customize multiple makeup styles until we find the one that feels just right. Whether you're envisioning soft and romantic, radiant and natural, or full glam, we’ll test and tailor different elements—complexion, eyes, lips, and more—to suit your features, wedding theme, and personal style.

- Unlimited Customized Looks – Try as many makeup variations as needed to discover the look that makes you feel the most beautiful and confident.
-Skin-Perfecting Prep – Includes personalized skincare prep to ensure a flawless, long-lasting finish.
- Expert Guidance – Our bridal specialists offer honest, professional advice while honoring your vision every step of the way.
-Photo-Ready Perfection – Each look is designed to look stunning both in person and on camera under any lighting.
Bridal Party Beauty Suite Experience
Celebrate, get ready, and make memories—all in one beautiful space. Rent out a private area of the salon for you and your bridal party to relax, be pampered, and get wedding-ready in a fun, luxurious, and stress-free environment. Whether you're getting ready with just a few loved ones or your full bridal party, this experience is designed to make your wedding morning feel as special as the walk down the aisle.

– Private space reserved exclusively for you and your bridal party to enjoy a calm, elegant atmosphere; with more than enough space for everyone to tag along.
– Our expert artists and stylists will provide flawless looks for each member of your party.
– Celebrate the day with a complimentary bottle of bubbly and bring in your favorite breakfast spread or coordinate catering for a relaxing start to the day.
– Invite your photographer and enjoy beautifully lit spaces perfect for capturing candid, behind-the-scenes photos before the ceremony.
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Bridal Hair & Makeup

On-Location Service
Bring the luxury of our salon to your wedding venue. Our skilled team provides professional hair and makeup services at your chosen location, ensuring you and your bridal party look flawless on the big day.

Complete the form below and we'll put together a customized package just for you!
On-site Wedding Hourly Makeup Touch Ups
Keep your bridal look picture-perfect from your first photo to your last dance with our on-location hourly touch-up service. Our artist stays by your side to ensure your makeup stays fresh, flawless, and camera-ready through every moment—tears, kisses, and all.

Whether it’s blotting shine, refreshing your lipstick, adjusting your lashes, or keeping everything in place, we’re there to handle every detail so you don’t have to.
What they say
“This was my first visit. Staff customer friendly, and it was very easy to make an appointment. Roxana gave me the best haircut I have had in years! She asks what you want and follows through. She does not rush you. A superb cutter. All in all, coming to this salon was a very pleasant experience.”
Linda Garfield
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“Great salon! I went with Malia for a balayage and keratin express, and she was amazing. She listened to all my hair concerns and made sure I ended up with something I was happy with. Will definitely be coming back for all my future hair needs.”
Anum Sundrani
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“I loved my experience here and will definitely be returning! I had the pleasure of being in the hands of Leia and she did not disappoint. She made sure to explain every product she was using and how it would benefit my hair. I left with silky, full and bouncy curls and can’t wait to book again!”
Marissa Townes–Jenkins
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34 E. Oak Street, 4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60611

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Discounted Garage Parking
Clients of GC by George Charles receive discounted garage parking at 1000 Lakeshore Plaza at the corner of Michigan & Oak. Get your ticket validated when you check out. $18.00 for up to 4 hours.
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2-Hour on Oak Street, $4.00 per Hour 44 E. Oak Street – # 221 406 45 E. Oak Street – #221 403
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1005 N. State Street, $12+ 50 E. Bellevue, $13+ 900 N. Michigan Avenue, $12+

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Chicago, IL 60611
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Salon & Spa Hours
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 9am - 6pm
Wednesday | 8am - 8pm
Thursday | 8am - 6pm
Friday | 8am - 6pm
Saturday | 8am - 6pm
Sunday | 9am - 6pm
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