The Artist: Ellie Norman

• Any and all bookings taken shall be at the discretion of The Artist.

• A booking shall be secure only once the Artist is in receipt of the requisite £375.00 booking fee which includes the preview appointment fee, there shall be no provisional bookings.

• Bride hair & makeup can only be carried out on the day with a completed preview appointment, exceptions to this only with strict agreement with the Artist.

• Between the months of 1st April - 1st November there is a minimum requirement of 4 services on your booking. If you do not have 4 services but still wish to book, the minimum booking fee will still be charged at full price.

• If there are more then 3 adults requiring both hair and makeup, or you have an early ceremony booked, an additional professional artist will be required and recommended by me. Subject to their availability. We allow 45 minutes for each professional service, with an allocated service time for the bride-to-be. There is an additional £50.00 booking fee required per adult payable at the time of booking.

• Between Christmas/ New year and bank holidays an additional day rate of £100.00 will be applied.

• Acceptance of the quotation with the Artist are full and final. Any attempts for reduction in the bridal party numbers after the booking will not be accepted. No refunds or reduced invoice's shall be offered.

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Payment

• The person making the booking shall be held responsible for full and final settlement of the total amount payable to the Artist.
• Any and booking payments received by the Artist at the time of booking are to secure the date for the delivery of the assignment and the preparation time required to deliver the assignment (being an approximation of the value of services already rendered) and the Artist shall (where the value of the services already delivered to the client is greater then the value of the deposit) be entitled to be paid additionally for all services delivered to the client up to that point. the Artist will not be liable for any additional losses incurred by the client in such circumstances.
• There is a 14 day 'cooling off period' from the date the booking fee is received.
• Any outstanding balance payable in relation to a booking shall be paid to the Artist no later than 4 weeks prior to the wedding date. Failure to do so will result in the Artist cancelling the booking with no refund of the the booking fee paid.
• The Artist shall provide an invoice detailing the outstanding balance due.

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Preview Appointments (Formally known as a Trial Appointment)

• All appointments take place at Ashworth Photography Studios - 44 Isaacson Road, Burwell, Cambridge CB25 0AF unless otherwise stated and agreed with the Artist.
• Preview appointments are by appointment only Tuesday - Thursdays between 10am - 2pm. Preview appointments will be held between November & March during low season. They are subject to availability. The Artist will contact you to book your appointment once the pre trial questionnaire is complete. If you have a specific date in mind, please don't hesitate to ask, The Artist will try to accommodate where they can.
• Duration - 90 minutes (makeup only) 2 hours (hair only) up to 3 hours (hair and makeup) *Any additional decision making time/looks will be charged at £30.00 per hour.
• Bride appointments are strictly bride only within the studio.

• Bridal bookings are only accepted with an appointment booking. 'On the day only' bookings are not accepted

• Preview appointments can only take place once the terms and conditions have been signed for as well as the booking fee payment made.
• Post trial questionnaires must be received no later than 14 days after the appointment to confirm you are happy to go ahead with the work the Artist has created for you.

• After completion of your appointment, a non refundable/non transferable deposit of 50% of the total booking fee is then required to secure your future wedding date. This needs to be paid within 14 days after the appointment date. No additional hair & makeups, other than those pre agreed will take place on the wedding date unless prior agreements have been made with The Artist. You will not be able to reduce numbers and will be responsible for paying the amount as agreed.

•  The outstanding balance is then to be paid in full four weeks prior to your wedding day and it is your responsibility to ensure that this is paid.
• Additional bridal party appointments for preview appointments will not be offered on the same day as the bride's appointment, however can be booked in on a future date.
• Subsequent hair & makeup re-trials are charged at £200.00 and £100.00 for either hair or makeup per person.

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Cancelled Appointments

• More than 24 hours notice must be given in all circumstances relating to rescheduling or cancelling of pre-arranged trial appointments. Less than 24 hours notice will result in an additional fee of £75.00 added to the final invoice.
• 'No show' on such appointments will result in an additional fee of £75.00 added to the final invoice.

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Gift Vouchers

• Your gift certificate will be valid for 6 months from the date of purchase. After the expiry date, the remaining balance will be deducted. 

• Refund requests can only be made within 7 days of purchase date. After this date, Ellie Norman Bridal reserves the right to refuse any refund request made. 

• The value of your gift certificate cannot be exchanged for cash, either in part or in full. 

• Your gift certificate can be used as part of full payment for appointment.

• Any remaining balance on your gift certificate will be reissued to you as a new gift certificate with the original expiry date applicable. 

• Appointments are subject to availability. 

• Gift certificates can only be redeemed by the person stated on the certificate. Ellie Norman Bridal reserves the right not to accept gift certificates that have or appear to have been forged, damaged, defaced or otherwise tampered with. 

• If an intended purchase is for a higher amount than the face value of a gift certificate, the difference can be made up with a bank transfer or cash payment. If it is less, then change cannot be given. 

• Gift certificates cannot be used in conjunction with any special promotions or to purchase a reduced service/treatment. 

• If requested by post, your gift certificate(s) will be dispatched to you within 2-5 working days. 

• Ellie Norman Bridal reserves the right to add or to amend these terms and conditions from time to time, where it is considered reasonable and necessary to do so for legal reasons. Reasonable notice will be given where possible.

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Parking + Travel Charges

• In circumstances when parking fees apply, the client will be required to cover the charges where The Artists services and are being conducted, for example hotel parking and meter parking.
• Excluding the simply classic package - travel up to 15 miles from The Artists home address is free of charge. Anything outside of this radius will incur a 0.50p per mile charge, including the return journey. 
• Please contact The Artist prior to booking if there is limited or no parking available at your getting ready location. Due to the amount of heavy equipment our artists carry, if The Artist has not been made aware of this, The Artist will not be held responsible for delays this 

• If an Additional Artist is booked on the job, their travel charges will be applied for on the final invoice.

• Any travel beyond 2 hours from The Artist's postcode will require in overnight accommodation paid for by the client at the time of booking up to the value of £100.

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Late Venue Entry Times/ Change of location fee

• In circumstances where your venue has a late entry time and The Artist is required to start in one location and finish in another we reserve the right to charge a change of location fee of £50.00 to cover additional time and travel

• Any additional artists booked on the day will incur of a £50.00 charge per artist to cover additional time and travel.
• It is the clients responsibility to book alternative accommodation close to the venue to accommodate The Artists services.
• No refunds shall be offered where time limits the amount of services we can provide which has been agreed upon acceptance of our quotation.

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Schedules 

• All schedules will be provided at the time of booking where sufficient details are provided.
• Amendments and changes to names or timings after booking shall be completed by The Artist.
• The Client acknowledges that final veil fitting services are to be completed at The Artists agreed finish time for bride hair styling according to the schedule provided and no later.

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Hair extension rental

Hair extensions are available for hire at £150.00

1. Rental Period:

• The rental period begins on the date of delivery and ends on the specified return date.

• Extensions must be returned promptly by the end of the rental period to avoid additional charges.

2. Rental Fee:

• The rental fee is due in full on the final payment.

• Additional charges may apply for late returns or damage to the extensions.

3. Care and Maintenance:

• The client is responsible for the proper care and maintenance of the rented extensions during the rental period.

• Extensions should be handled with care to avoid damage, tangling, or excessive shedding.

• Do not use excessive heat, chemicals, or products that may compromise the quality of the extensions.

4. Damage or Loss:

• The client is liable for any damage to or loss of the rented extensions during the rental period.

• A replacement fee will be charged for any damaged or lost extensions, determined at the discretion of the hairstylist.

5. Alterations:

• The client agrees not to alter, dye, or modify the rented extensions in any way without prior approval from the hairstylist.

• Any alterations made without permission may result in additional charges or the voiding of the rental agreement.

6. Return Policy:

• Extensions must be returned in the same condition as they were rented, free from damage, excessive shedding, or alterations.

• Extensions must be returned in hair extensions storage bag with hanger using a reliable courier with tracking information provided.

• Late returns may result in additional rental fees or penalties.

• Extensions should be returned clean and free from any styling products or residue.

7. Liability:

• The hairstylist is not liable for any allergic reactions, injuries, or damages resulting from the use of the rented extensions.

• The client agrees to use the extensions at their own risk and to follow all safety guidelines provided by the hairstylist.

8. Agreement:

• By renting the extensions, the client agrees to abide by these terms and conditions in their entirety.

Any disputes arising from the rental agreement will be resolved through negotiation between the client and the hairstylist.

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Hollywood waves hair styling

• Due to the complexity and precision involved, Hollywood Waves incur an additional hourly rate fee with The Classic and Elegant package. This ensures that allocated necessary time and expertise achieved for the desired look to the highest standard. This incurs an additional set rate of £165.00. This rate will be applied on the final invoice and timings worked out 6 weeks before the wedding day.

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Working environment  
To deliver a professional and safe service, a clean and hygienic space is required for on the day services. Please ensure there is a suitable table, chairs, good natural lighting and access to plug sockets. This setup is essential for a smooth and high-quality service.

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​Correspondence
• All correspondence shall be with The Artist and shall be confirmed in written form by email.
• It is the client's responsibly to make The Artist aware of any known allergies or skin sensitivities that they or their bridal party may have prior to service.
•  The Artist cannot be held liable for any losses or damage that is incurred due to the client’s failure to inform The Artist of any known condition.
• If the client or other bridal party guest requires a patch test for any products, this can be arranged for a small fee prior to an appointment.
• It is the responsibility of the client to ensure all members of the bridal party are available at their, pre-arranged, allocated times.  No refund or compensation will be offered by The Artist for delays caused by other wedding vendors, guests, or members of the bridal party.
• If the booking is directly affected by circumstances beyond the control of The Artist including but not limited to weather conditions or health and safety reasons, where possible The Artist will endeavour to rectify such situations, however no compensation will be offered by The Artist. It is strongly advised that you the client take out wedding or event insurance to cover you against these situations.

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Photography

•  The Artist may use any photography for publicity purposes which include the artist’s website and social media pages.
• The Artist will not post photography before the clients wedding has started to avoid spoiling any surprises for guests of the event.
• Any objections should be made in writing to 
hello@ellienormanbridal.com

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Cancellation of wedding day services

• If the client does not wish to continue with the booking then please note that all deposits and/or whole payments made will not be refundable. This covers cancellation reasons including (but not limited to) the following: Not wishing to continue with The Artist's services - this includes after the Preview (Trial) has been completed.
• The Artist reserve the right to refuse service to the client or members of the bridal party for, but not limited to, infectious conditions / abusive, rude and unreasonable behaviour.
• If you decide to postpone your wedding to a future date, The Artist will endeavour to transfer the booking across to the new date, subject to The Artist's availability and pricing
• Should The Artist already have existing secured bookings on such date, no refunds or compensation shall be offered - please refer to clause Payment.
• If a postponement is mutually agreed, the balance is due 4 weeks prior to the new date with The Artist.
• In the unlikely event that your original The Artist is ill or cannot attend your wedding we will find a replacement artist who would represent a similar standard.
• In the event The Artist is unable to find a replacement artist the client will be provided a full refund of any fees paid.
• The Artist receive continuous training to ensure that all artists are working to the highest of their abilities.

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Acceptance of terms and conditions

• Payment of the booking fee to The Artist indicates acceptance of the terms and conditions set out above.

• Should failure of either party to perform its obligations under this Agreement under The Artist shall not subject to claims of any such losses and reserves the right to retain the booking fee.

GDPR

• Ellie Norman Bridal take’s your privacy seriously and are fully GDPR compliant.  You have provided Ellie Norman Bridal with your contact details so that Ellie Norman Bridal can correspond with you about your wedding hair or makeup as agreed. Ellie Norman Bridal will only use your personal information to administer your booking and to provide the services you have requested from Ellie Norman Bridal . Ellie Norman Bridal will not pass on or sell your details to any other organisation.

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