Booking

Everything, before you ask

All the things I get asked in a DM every week, answered here so you don't have to. Booking itself happens on Instagram — that way every enquiry, date and deposit lives in one place.

Step one

Four things in your first message

Send these and I can answer properly first time, instead of going back and forth. There's no fixed price list, because what you pay depends on where you are and how far I'm coming.

  • 01The service you're afterOccasion hair, a blowdry, pin ups — or send a photo of the look you like.
  • 02Your dateAnd roughly what time you need to be ready by.
  • 03Your postcode or full addressI ask for this up front so I can plan my travel around the day.
  • 04How many of you there areThree or more of you and 10% comes off.

Message @bylilygracehair

The detail

How it all works

What it costs

There's no set price list. As a mobile stylist, my pricing depends on your location and travel time, so I'll quote you directly when you message.

Paying

Payment is by bank transfer or cash, whichever is easier for you, and is settled at the end of every appointment.

What's included

I arrive with my full kit — professional products, brushes, irons and pins — so there's nothing for you to buy or borrow. All you need to do is wash your hair and pick a comfortable spot.

How long it takes

Roughly an hour per person for most styles. If there are several of you, I'll work out a running order and a start time when you book.

Deposit & cancellations

A 20% deposit secures your date. It's refundable as long as you cancel more than 48 hours before your appointment.

Areas covered

Brighton & Hove and Maidstone, plus the surrounding towns across Sussex and Kent. Travel is judged at the time — anything beyond roughly 20 to 30 minutes away is chargeable. If you're further afield I'd still love to hear from you; I'm always happy to see what works.

When I'm available

Mondays, Friday afternoons and throughout the weekend. My availability moves week to week as I split my time between Kent and Brighton — message me and I'll tell you when I'm next in your area.

Groups, weddings & proms

Group bookings of three or more get 10% off, and getting everyone ready in one house is my favourite kind of morning. Bridal trials are available. Wedding and prom dates go quickly, so book as far in advance as you can.

Before I arrive

Four things that make all the difference

None of this is me being fussy — it's the difference between a set that drops by nine o'clock and one that's still there when you get home.

Freshly washed & wet

Please wash your hair before I arrive and keep it damp — putting it up in a clip helps keep it wet. I recommend shampooing twice to make sure it's thoroughly clean. If you regularly use oils, styling products or dry shampoo, a clarifying shampoo is a great option to remove any build-up and create the perfect base for a long-lasting blowdry.

Don't apply any products

That includes oils, serums, mousse, leave-in conditioner or dry shampoo. I bring all of my favourite professional products with me to prep and protect your hair, so you get the best possible result.

Hair extensions? Let me know

If you wear hair extensions, please say so when you book your appointment. It lets me set aside enough time and bring everything I need to give you the best possible results.

Pick your set-up

You get to choose where you'd like to be styled. Simply pick a comfortable spot with enough room, ideally near a plug socket — I can bring an extension lead if needed.

Long hair freshly washed and left damp, ready for styling Before
Washed, damp, nothing on it
Hair sectioned and clipped into a full pin curl set part way through styling During
Set, and left to cool
The finished style in full defined curls After
Dressed out and ready

Message on Instagram to book your date

Service, date, postcode, how many of you. I'll come back to you with a price and a time.

@bylilygracehair

Message me on Instagram