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As soon as your date is set. AGL books 12–18 months in advance for peak San Diego wedding season — spring and fall dates go particularly quickly. If you have a date in mind, the best thing you can do is reach out now. The inquiry takes minutes. Missing your window is much harder to undo.

The only way to confirm availability is to inquire directly — I don't maintain a public calendar, and dates can be held or released at any time. Submit your inquiry and I'll confirm your date's availability personally within one business day.

It's simple. You submit your inquiry, I confirm availability and respond personally with a custom proposal. If we're aligned, you sign your contract and submit your retainer — your date is officially held. From there, we schedule your Bridal Preview and I take care of everything else.

No — and this is intentional. I accept a limited number of weddings each season so that every bride I say yes to receives my complete presence and attention. When I take on your morning, it becomes one of the most important things on my calendar.

Your Bridal Preview is a private, dedicated appointment — up to three hours — where we refine every detail of your look together until it feels completely right. It is not a trial in the traditional sense. It is the first step of your bridal experience, and it is included as part of your investment.

2–4 months before your wedding is the ideal window. This gives us time to perfect your look with enough runway to make any refinements before the morning that matters most.

That is exactly what the preview is for. You don't need to arrive with a clear vision — you just need to arrive. We'll talk through what you love, what you're uncertain about, and what has caught your eye. By the end, you'll know exactly how you want to feel walking down the aisle.

Come with clean, moisturized skin and your hair freshly washed but without heavy product. Bring any inspiration images you love — even ones where you're not sure exactly what you like about them. Wear a top that's easy to remove so you can see the full effect. And come ready to relax. This appointment is entirely for you.

Plan on 2–3 hours for the bride. Every AGL experience includes a custom beauty timeline built around your photographer's arrival, your ceremony time, and your full getting-ready morning — so nothing is rushed and nothing is left unfinished.

Every bride receives individual lash placement, veil and accessory placement, extension blending, soft body glow, and on-site finishing adjustments throughout your entire getting-ready window. These are not add-ons. They are the baseline standard every AGL bride receives, without exception.

Yes. I stay present through your entire getting-ready window. Nothing is left unfinished. Every detail is checked and confirmed before I leave your side.

I'll reach out the week before your wedding with specific instructions. Generally I need a clear work surface, working electrical outlets, two chairs, and good lighting — natural light is ideal. I handle the rest.

Yes. Every product I use is selected for exactly this — long wear, water resistance, and photography performance. Airbrush foundation in particular holds beautifully through emotion, warmth, and movement. If anything shifts, simply dab — never wipe. And I'll be there to catch it before you even notice.

AGL bridal experiences begin at $2,550. This is a single, complete standard — nothing is tiered, nothing is withheld. Your preview, wedding morning artistry, the full Refinement Standard, timeline coordination, and all preparation resources are included. A fully custom proposal is provided after your inquiry.

Yes. Bridesmaids, mothers, and guests are all warmly included. Hair styling or makeup is $275 per person. Rehearsal dinner hair and makeup is $600. For mornings with four or more party services, I bring a trusted second AGL artist so every person receives the same unhurried, focused attention.

A non-refundable retainer is required to reserve your date — the amount is outlined in your custom proposal. It removes your date from availability entirely. The remaining balance is due 30 days before your wedding. Full details are in your contract.

Bank transfer and credit cards are accepted. Venmo, Zelle, and cash are available on request. Details are included in your proposal.

Yes — I come to you. All AGL services are on-location. Travel within 30 miles of La Jolla is included with every bridal experience, covering the vast majority of San Diego County. For venues beyond that radius, extended travel is available and quoted in your proposal.

Temecula and Orange County start at $100. Los Angeles starts at $250. All rates are per artist and may vary based on specific requirements. Destination weddings throughout Southern California and beyond are accommodated — inquire for a custom quote.

Yes. I love destination weddings and am happy to travel for the right fit. Reach out with your location and I'll provide a custom quote based on your specific details.

The AGL Bridal Experience is hair and makeup together — designed and executed as one cohesive look. When both are in the same hands, the result feels unified rather than assembled. Standalone bridal hair or makeup is not offered as the results simply aren't the same.

Yes. Most AGL bridal applications are done using Temptu airbrush — it provides full, even coverage that feels completely weightless, photographs beautifully in every light, and holds through emotion, warmth, and celebration. Traditional application is also available and chosen collaboratively based on your skin type and preferences.

Yes — without exception. AGL works with all skin tones, undertones, hair textures, and types. Makeup is custom-blended for each individual, and hair techniques are adapted specifically to your texture and desired result. Every bride is seen as an individual, not a template.

Yes. The range at AGL runs from soft, understated elegance to full bridal glamour — and everything between. What guides the result is always the same question: what makes this bride feel most herself? That answer looks different for every person, and that's exactly how it should be.

Professional-grade products selected for performance, longevity, and photography results. The kit includes Charlotte Tilbury, Makeup Forever, Dior, Laura Mercier, Tarte, Urban Decay, Anastasia Beverly Hills, and Temptu airbrush. Every product earns its place based on how it performs in real conditions — not brand prestige alone.