Updos For I Dos

Washington DC On-Site Wedding Hair & Makeup

DMV: DC, Alexandria, Arlington, Bethesda

Travel area: Within 100 miles See details

5.0

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Sarah and Samantha from Updos for I Dos were wonderful for our January wedding! They arrived promptly to begin the day and helped us stay on track. I made some small adjustments to my trial hair and Sarah knocked it out of the park with a sleek updo with interesting details. And Samantha killed it with our makeup - she really nailed the glam yet understated look I was going for. I would recommend Updos for I Dos for any bride!

Kelsey M.

5.0

I've never felt more beautiful than I did on my big day. Heather and Liseth made me and my entire squad feel their best! They were both extremely receptive to feedback and very detail-oriented. I felt like any concern I had melted away when I sat in their chairs. Heather's makeup made me glowy and bright, and it lasted throughout the entire night. I loved the look so much that I asked for the list of products! Liseth's expertise with my hair turned out even better than I could have thought. She managed to make my fine, flat hair voluminous and gorgeous. The entire Updos crew was extremely helpful, from setting up my trial, to payment to helping me know what to wear while getting ready. I would 100% recommend Heather and Liseth any day.

Alison H.

5.0

Emily Bohn

OWNER & TEAM LEAD

Typically responds within 24h

Our on-site wedding hair and makeup team serves couples across the DC metro area with calm expertise, personalized care, and long-lasting beauty. We help you feel confident and enjoy your morning from the moment your artist arrives. Updos For I Dos proudly serves couples throughout the Washington DC metro area with professional, on-site wedding hair and makeup. Since 2004, our award-winning artists have supported thousands of couples with looks that stay beautiful through every moment of the day. Whether your celebration is in the city, Northern Virginia, or Maryland, our team brings the experience, organization, and warmth that make your getting-ready time feel relaxed and enjoyable. Every artist on our team specializes in wedding-day beauty. We understand tight timelines, large parties, humidity, wind, and the need for styles that hold up from photos through the final send-off. From classic updos in Georgetown to soft, natural looks in Arlington or polished glam in Bethesda, we tailor every detail to your vision. You’ll be matched with an artist whose style and personality fit your needs so the entire process feels smooth and personal. Couples choose Updos For I Dos for our calm presence, clear communication, and commitment to making the morning easy. We create a beauty schedule for your group, guide the flow of the day, and make sure everyone feels cared for. Our artists arrive on time, fully prepared, and ready to help you feel confident in front of the camera and throughout your celebration. We serve weddings across Washington DC, Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Leesburg, Bethesda, and Silver Spring. If you’re looking for on-site hair and makeup that feels organized, supportive, and beautifully executed, we’d love to be part of your day. Reach out anytime to start planning a stress-free, joy-filled beauty experience.

Woman-owned Business

19+ years in business

Speaks English

Medium team (11-20 members)

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Meet the team

Heather Bouadjemi
Client Success Specialist
Meet Heather! You can find her in the Starbucks drive-thru ordering a vanilla sweet cream cold brew. She never leaves home without her IGK First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo. With almost 20 years in the bridal and beauty industry, Heather brings a compassionate and positive mindset to our team! Day to day, you can find her texting brides, organizing client folders, and consultation forms all while effortlessly keeping our team on track and organized.
Emily Bohn
Owner & Team Lead
Meet Emily! You can find her enjoying her seasonal non-dairy, flavored creamer with a splash of coffee. She never leaves home without an Updos For I Dos lipgloss (current fave: "Marry Me"). Emily worked as a wedding coordinator for years in Atlanta before returning to Charleston and taking a hiatus from weddings to lead her family’s retail store. Now back in the wedding world, she knows how to plan for the details and lead with a positive attitude. Behind the scenes, you can find her working with brides and planners to make sure all the angles are covered.

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Updos For I Dos is highly praised for professional, talented hair and makeup artists who listen at trials and deliver flattering, long-lasting looks. The team is punctual, calm, and communicative, keeping large bridal parties on schedule. Brides consistently recommend them for their responsiveness and reasonable pricing.

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Kelsey M

2/14/2026

Sarah and Samantha from Updos for I Dos were wonderful for our January wedding! They arrived promptly to begin the day and helped us stay on track. I made some small adjustments to...

my trial hair and Sarah knocked it out of the park with a sleek updo with interesting details. And Samantha killed it with our makeup - she really nailed the glam yet understated look I was going for. I would recommend Updos for I Dos for any bride!

Alison H

7/02/2025

I've never felt more beautiful than I did on my big day. Heather and Liseth made me and my entire squad feel their best! They were both extremely receptive to feedback and very det...

ail-oriented. I felt like any concern I had melted away when I sat in their chairs. Heather's makeup made me glowy and bright, and it lasted throughout the entire night. I loved the look so much that I asked for the list of products! Liseth's expertise with my hair turned out even better than I could have thought. She managed to make my fine, flat hair voluminous and gorgeous. The entire Updos crew was extremely helpful, from setting up my trial, to payment to helping me know what to wear while getting ready. I would 100% recommend Heather and Liseth any day.

Response from Updos For I Dos on 07/03/2025

Hi Alison! Way to make our day! Knowing that Heather and Liseth helped you feel so beauti...

ful, comfortable, and truly yourself on such an important day means the world to us. We’re so grateful you trusted us to be a part of your morning, and we’re so happy you loved every moment. Cheers to forever, Updos For I Dos

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Amy B

4/29/2025

My experience with Updos For I Dos was simply incredible. From the trial to my wedding day, Tara and Liseth went above and beyond to make me feel like a queen. It was so reassuring...

to have the same artists from my trial and to be able to get to know them in advance. They both took note of small adjustments I wanted to make from the trial and executed my vision perfectly! Additionally, the whole team was super responsive in advance of my big day--they made planning and the day of so carefree. I cannot recommend Updos For I Dos highly enough!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 04/29/2025

Hi Amy, Thank you so much for sharing your sweet words! We are absolutely delighted to he...

ar that you are so thrilled with your wedding day hair and makeup services. Thank you so much for allowing us to celebrate with you, we are honored to have played a small part in your biggest day! Cheers, Updos For I Dos

Basma J

4/24/2025

My hair was perfect. I can not say that enough. Just absolutely fit the vision of what I wanted. I also was so grateful that our MUA and Hair stylist was so good around my friends ...

and family (which can sometimes be difficult). They made the day just wonderful. I'm not someone who does my hair or makeup very often and I was nervous but I felt so beautiful and not crazy overdone. My hair and makeup last all afternoon/night!! It was insane. Just so wonderful. I'm also sooooo happy I did the trial beforehand so I knew I could tweak anything I needed to. They really brought my vision to life.

Response from Updos For I Dos on 04/29/2025

Hi Basma, We cannot tell you just how thrilled we are to hear about your experience! You ...

completely stunned us. Congratulations on your wedding! It was such a privilege to share this milestone with you. And thank you so much for sharing about your time working with our team Updos For I Dos; we're so glad to hear that our services helped make your wedding day an amazing day for you! Cheers, Updos For I Dos

Meaghan G

4/23/2025

Thank you so much to Tara and Lizeth, with Up Dos for I Dos, for their fabulous work on my wedding day!! I felt so beautiful and incredibly confident on this special day! During ...

my trial, both Tara and Lizeth took time to discuss with me my likes and dislikes and provided me with valuable and professional feedback to narrow down the perfect look! On my wedding day, they arrived early, with such a positive and calming vibe. They got along so well with my bridal party and family. That morning, I had some last minute adjustments from my trial and Tara did an amazing job, listening, following through, and offering additional suggestions to get the perfect bridal look! Lizeth also was able to adjust my trial hair to make the perfect bridal updo! I received so many compliments about both my hair and makeup the day of our wedding and whenever I share photos with family and friends. I would highly recommend Tara and Lizeth from Up Dos for I Dos to any bride looking for a talented, reliable, and professional hair and make up artist.

Response from Updos For I Dos on 04/23/2025

Hi Meaghan, Wow, way to make our day! We are beyond thrilled to hear you and your crew ab...

solutely loved your looks and your experience working with Tara and Liseth! It was an honor to be included in your biggest and most beautiful day. Thank you for choosing us to be a part! Cheers to forever! Updos For I Dos

Jackie K

1/08/2025

The entire team at Updos For I Dos was clear and communicative throughout the entire planning process, and the wedding day hair and makeup went so smoothly! Andy, our makeup artist...

, kept everyone laughing, and made me feel both beautiful and like myself on my wedding day. Liseth, our hair stylist, was kind and flexible. She was able to create the perfect hairstyle for myself and each member of my bridal party. The entire team was amazing, and I am grateful for the wonderful wedding experience I had with Updos For I Dos!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 01/13/2025

Hi Jackie, Wow, way to make our day! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you are so ...

thrilled with your wedding day hair and makeup services and your experience collaborating with us. Thank you so much for allowing us to celebrate with you, we are honored to have played a small part in your biggest day! Cheers, Updos For I Dos

Kendall D

10/14/2024

I used Updo’s for I Dos for both hair and makeup for my full bridal party and had the best experience! Sarah (hair) and Mary (makeup) both were extremely knowledgeable and guiding ...

through the whole process. They took into account each girl's preferences and concerns. They both were so calm and easy to work with—which I can’t stress how important calm is in the first half of your wedding day. I received so many compliments on my hair and makeup! I also really loved the support team who helps schedule my trial and wedding. They were both fast to respond and easy to work with. I highly recommend using Updos for I Dos.

Response from Updos For I Dos on 10/15/2024

Hi Kendall, Congratulations on your wedding! It was such a privilege to share this milest...

one with you, Sarah and Mary very much enjoyed the time they spent with you and your tribe. Thank you so much for sharing your experience working with Updos For I Dos, we couldn't agree more; calm is key! We're so glad to hear that our services helped make your wedding day an amazing day for you! Cheers to forever, Updos For I Dos

Brenda H

9/28/2024

The Updos for I Dos team is amazing and so talented. My wedding planner recommended Updos to me and I could not be happier with having worked with them. I was matched with Liseth ...

for hair and Andy for makeup, they both are so talented. Throughout the whole process the Updos team was very responsive, communicatIve and easy to work with. Before my trial they gave me opportunity to share inspo pics they could see exactly what I wanted. I sent the pictures and when I went to the trial both Liseth and Andy listened and did a great job. I did make a few changes however, I did love my look and the changes were very minor. On the day of the wedding both Liseth and Andy were on time and they did an awesome job on everyone’s hair and makeup. My whole bridal party looked beautiful and I couldn’t be happier with having chosen Updos for I Dos. Book them, you won’t regret it!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 09/30/2024

Hi Brenda, Wow! What a wonderful review, we're absolutely thrilled to hear that you were s...

o delighted with your experience working with our team! Liseth and Andy had a wonderful morning glamming with you and your crew. Thank you for allowing us to play a small part in your most special day! Cheers, Updos For I Dos

Kaitlyn H

8/27/2024

I was beyond thrilled with the hair and makeup service from Updos For I Dos! Sarah (hair) and Andy (makeup) perfectly captured my vision for my wedding day while enhancing my natur...

al beauty. They also created beautiful looks for my bridesmaids and mom, finishing all of the looks on time. The team was incredibly skilled, using top-notch products that lasted all day and night. From the initial consultation to the final look, their professionalism and creativity shone through. They made me feel relaxed and confident, and I received countless compliments from guests. Highly recommend Updos For I Dos for anyone wanting to look and feel absolutely stunning on their special day!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 08/30/2024

Hi Kaitlyn, We are so thrilled to hear you and your crew absolutely loved your looks and ...

your experience working with Sarah and Andy! The pleasure is totally ours, thank you for including us in your best day ever. Cheers to forever! Updos For I Dos

Gena T

5/23/2024

I had the BEST experience hiring Updos For I Dos for my wedding hair and make up. They were on time and professional and gave me a look that lasted all day long- even in the pourin...

g rain! I was able to treat my bridesmaids to services as well and I have never seen them look more gorgeous. I would HIGHLY recommend! Andy and Liseth are the artists I worked with and they were incredible!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 05/24/2024

Hi Gena, Thank you so much for sharing your sweet words! We are absolutely delighted to he...

Emily B

5/22/2024

I booked Updos for I Dos to do hair and makeup for me, my bridesmaids, my mom, and my mother in law for my April 2024 wedding. From the beginning, the process of booking, schedulin...

g my trial, and communicating details regarding the wedding day was extremely smooth. Everyone I spoke to was very professional, responded to me in a timely manner, and were more than happy to answer all of my questions. They were able to accommodate my request for a weekend trial and helped me nail down the look I wanted and that would look best on me based on my inspiration photos. On the wedding day, Liseth and Heather arrived on time, kept us on or ahead of schedule with getting ready, and took all of my feedback from the trial into account to execute a look even more perfect than I ever could have imagined! My bridesmaids, mom, and mother in law all loved how their hair and makeup turned out and we were all impressed with how well our hair and makeup held up throughout the day. I couldn't recommend them more for any brides to be out there!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 05/22/2024

Hi Emily! It was such a privilege to share this milestone with you. Thank you so much for ...

sharing your experience working with Updos For I Dos; we're so glad to hear that our services helped make your wedding day an amazing day for you! We wish you and your husband all the best! Cheers to forever, Updos For I Dos

Emily S

3/10/2024

Updos For I Dos was an incredible choice for our wedding day! They were so professional, fun, and helpful. Because of our larger party, I decided to hire two hair stylists (no make...

up) and they were both lovely to work with. We ran ahead of schedule because of their expertise and were all very relaxed. I made a small change morning of with my hair and loved the way it turned out. Updos For I Dos was also very reasonably priced for the DC area. I would highly recommend hiring them for your wedding hair!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 03/11/2024

Hi Emily! Thank you so much for sharing your experience working with Updos For I Dos! We ...

are thrilled to hear that you are so pleased with your wedding day hair and makeup services. It was an honor to play a small part in your most special day! Cheers, Updos For I Dos

Katie D

10/26/2023

We used Updos for I Dos for our wedding, and it was a fantastic experience. Alex, our hairstylist, and Andy, our makeup artist, were top-notch. Alex expertly created eight unique ...

hairstyles for the moms, bridesmaids, and myself on the morning of the wedding. She was efficient, calm, and brought our hairstyle ideas to life effortlessly. Andy did a fantastic job with the makeup for six of the girls, including moms, bridesmaids, and myself. Even when some of us weren't sure about the exact makeup style we wanted, Andy's talent shone through. He perfectly matched each of us with a makeup look that enhanced our natural beauty. Beyond their skills, both Alex and Andy were a pleasure to work with. Their friendly and fun personalities added to the enjoyable atmosphere of our wedding morning. The hair and makeup they provided received numerous compliments in our wedding photos. Their work truly made us feel even more beautiful on our special day. In summary, choosing Alex and Andy from Updos for I Dos was a great decision. They are highly skilled and delightful to work with. We were extremely pleased with the results and wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking top-notch hair and makeup for their wedding. Thank you for being a vital part of our wedding day and helping us look our best!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 12/20/2023

Hi Katie, Thank you so much for sharing your incredibly sweet words, you made our day! We...

are absolutely delighted to hear that you are so thrilled with your wedding day hair and makeup services and artist team. Thank you so much for allowing us to celebrate with you, we are honored to have played a small part in your biggest day! Congratulations and cheers to forever, Updos For I Dos

Rachel D

10/24/2023

I cannot say enough good things about Liseth and Andy from Updos! They worked with me at my trial to tweak my hair and makeup to exactly what I wanted, and were able to replicate i...

t (but somehow made it look even better) on my wedding day. We had a very windy wedding day in late October, but my hair stayed in place the entire day. I got so many compliments on my hair and makeup, and all of my bridesmaids loved their looks as well. The front office staff is also very responsive to emails and communication, and kept me in the loop on the wedding day as well. I highly recommend this company for wedding hair and makeup!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 10/24/2023

Hi Rachel, Thank you so much for sharing your sweet words! We are absolutely delighted to...

hear that you and your bridal party are so thrilled with your wedding day hair and makeup services! Thank you so much for allowing us to celebrate with you, we are honored to have played a small part in your biggest day! Cheers, Updos For I Dos

Katie D

3/18/2023

The team at Up Dos for I Dos truly took the stress out of what can be a very emotional experience - your wedding day hair and makeup! They were responsive, thorough, and supportive...

through the entire process - making sure I knew exactly what what was needed, how to submit inspiration photos, what information the stylists needed, etc. I worked with Dana for hair and LeeAnn for makeup - we did a trial, and I decided I wanted to completely change my hair and makeup preferences between the trial and the day —- and they NAILED IT. They took my feedback, made adjustments, and I couldn’t have been happier with the end result. They put all the women in my bridal party at ease, including my mom who had never had her hair and makeup done. And the vibes were immaculate - they were lovely to be around! 10/10, would highly recommend!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 03/20/2023

Hi Katie, Thank you so much for sharing your sweet words! We are absolutely delighted to ...

hear that you are so thrilled with your wedding day hair and makeup services. We truly believe thorough communication is a key ingredient for all successful relationships, both personally and professionally, and are so pleased to hear about your stellar experience working and communicating with our team. Thank you so much for allowing us to celebrate with you, we are honored to have played a small part in your biggest day! Cheers, Updos For I Dos

Ioana C

1/30/2023

I absolutely loved using UpDos For I Dos for my wedding, and would 100% recommend them to anyone else who is looking for a hair and makeup service. First of all, they were very res...

ponsive to my questions when I was first trying to find a hair and makeup artist where others surprisingly were not. I also loved that they were super upfront about pricing and made it so easy for me to figure out exactly how everything would fit into my budget. I think it helps that they have multiple people answering emails so I always had a quick response. It's also really nice that they have multiple artists, so you know you're covered in case anything happens the day of. Next, they were very good about letting me know any deadlines, when I should schedule my hair and makeup trial, and keeping the contract updated based on any changes that I made. The trial also went so well - both artists did exactly what I wanted, and they were extremely responsive to any changes I wanted made. They also made notes about what I wanted during the trial, which made the actual wedding day so much more smooth, where I didn't have to remember anything. Then on the wedding day, Heather and Ashley showed up early with everything they needed and got set up to start right on time. They were very efficient and made sure everyone was happy with their look - Ashley even re-did my mom's hair when it was a little tight for her, and made sure that my mom was happy. They even stayed a little bit later than they were supposed to (totally my family's fault) to make sure everyone who had signed up got their hair and makeup done. Then I had forgotten to bring any lipstick at all with me and Heather was so nice and gave me the new lipstick she had used on me (even though that was not part of the package at all). My makeup stayed the ENTIRE night, even though I sweat a lot! And my hair lasted through three hours of dancing! The entire time Heather and Ashley were so professional and kind; I highly recommend this company for anyone looking!

Response from Updos For I Dos on 01/30/2023

Hi Ioana, Congratulations on your wedding! It was such a privilege to share this mileston...

e with you. Thank you so much for sharing your experience working with Updos For I Dos; we're so glad to hear that our services helped make your wedding day an amazing day for you! We cannot wait to see more of your wedding album, you are an absolute vision! We are so thrilled we were able to play a small part in your best day ever, thank you again for including us! Cheers, Updos For I Dos

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