so im looking to set some up..but im not sure if it is customary to tip...also did you feel obligated to book with them after the trial or is ok to say you would prefer to continue looking..i want to be absolutely sure in my decision! thanks!
PegaLega
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I booked on the spot-she did a fabulous job. I didnt tip much at all really b/c she is the owner. If you want to be sure-just tell her that. Just say I want to make sure I love it and run it past a few people first before I decided definitely.
ChristineAaron08
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I think it's supposed to be 15-20% of the fee. (like a hair salon) I wouldn't feel obligated to book (unless you love it) b/c they usually charge a fee for the trial anyway, right. JMO...
chrispar
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I would not feel obligated to book. This is your wedding day. You must feel absolutely positive you love the make-up artist and are comfortable with their work. Yes, I believe it is customary to tip for a trial
rsolano222
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I dont think theres anything wrong with going to a few places to compare and see what you like. I'd just politely say that you'd get back to them with a decision on whether or not you'll be booking with them
Pinkiegirll07
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I also booked on the spot, because I really liked my trial! You can definitely shop around though...makeup is a vendor just like an other vendor!
MrsQ-in2007
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I booked on the spot only because I loved my trial and all the other brides that she's done that I've seen pictures of have come out amazing.
I did not intend to tip because she's the owner of her business, but in the end she spent over 3 hours with me (hair and makeup) and wanted to perfect is as much as she could even though it was just a trial. So I tipped her (more than 20%).
