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  • 2024

CHAMELEON HAIR COLOR CAFÉ & SPA

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Recommended by 100% of couples

About this vendor

Chameleon Brides-for the hair and makeup obsessed!

The Chameleon Brides Team takes their expert award-winning luxury bridal hair and makeup experience to you on your wedding day. Many of our brides are from out of state and are hair and makeup obsessed... and so are we!

We are the company you can trust that will deliver beautiful high-quality long-lasting, hair and makeup, all with our relaxed comforting and friendly approach. We believe every bride- to- be is unique and special, so we pay attention to all the details. We never skimp, our products are top of the line.

Some of our favorites are Oribe, Bumble and Moroccan as well as Glo therapeutics.

With over 40 years of experience, we know what it takes to make you look and feel absolutely gorgeous on your special day!

Why Choose Chameleon Brides?

*Our reviews say it all.. We are tried and true with over 40 years of making women look and feel beautiful! *We have won multiple awards for best of on the Knot, wedding wire and Salon Today!

*We have trained hundreds of stylists and makeup artists. Yes, you can count on us for the quality, experience and the very latest fashions for hair and makeup.

*Dependability and reliability, you can count on our team to listen and deliver.. we often are the go-to company when others fall through...Exceeding expectations! *Quick communication, our team is available to help you 24/7

*With over 40 years of experience, we can anticipate any hiccups that may come along and know how to quickly overcome them with ease and comfort. *We fill our kits with only the best professional products .. Oribe , Bumble and glo therapeutics to name a few..

*We like schedules.. because we come from the salon industry we understand the importance of being on schedule, so we create a detailed timeline for you.

*View hundreds of inspo pictures on our Instagram @chameleonbrides

https://www.instagram.com/chameleonbrides

*Fully Insured

*Hundreds of happy Chameleon Brides (Not a side gig/hobby company)

Chameleon Hair Color Café & Spa is a wedding beauty service in New Haven, Connecticut.

Features

Woman-owned

Medium team (11-20 members)

Experience

  • 27 years in business

  • We speak English

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FAQ

What is the base price for updos/styling for brides?

$185

What is the price of trial service for updos/styling for brides?

$115

What is the base price for updos/styling for attendants/family members?

$115

What is the price of trial service for updos/styling for attendants/family members?

$110

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$185

What is the price of trial service for traditional makeup for brides?

$110

What is the base price for traditional makeup for attendants/family members?

$135

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Spa

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Textured Hair Styling
Updos / Styling
On-Site Hair

What makeup services do you offer?

Airbrush Makeup
Eye Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes
Brow/Lash Tinting

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Reviews of CHAMELEON HAIR COLOR CAFÉ & SPA

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Chameleon Brides is highly recommended for wedding hair and makeup. Reviewers praised their prompt, clear communication, organized on-site service, and talented stylists who created flawless, long-lasting looks for brides and large parties. The team is flexible, calming, and made the getting-ready process smooth and stress-free.

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Chameleon Brides is highly recommended for wedding hair and makeup. Reviewers praised their prompt, clear communication, organized on-site service, and talented stylists who created flawless, long-lasting looks for brides and large parties. The team is flexible, calming, and made the getting-ready process smooth and stress-free.

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Lauren Sent on 07/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The very best!!!

Working with Carleen and Chameleon Brides was absolutely amazing. Carleen took the time to make sure my hair was exactly as I wanted on my wedding day! I had a large wedding party & family doing hair/makeup (13 total girls) and the Chameleon Brides team made sure that everyone was done on time and looking stunning!! Thank you for everything - it was such a pleasure to have you part of my special day!!
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 05/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Chameleon Brides

Chameleon Brides was among the best choices I made for my wedding day. From the very beginning, I knew we were in good hands. Their communication is prompt, clear, and kind. They have this down to a science! From trial to day of execution, everything was easy and stress-free. Carleen and her team take special care to ensure you get the style you really want on your big day and feel gorgeous throughout. They are extremely accommodating and flexible. My makeup came out absolutely flawless, and my hair was elegant and lasted all night. Carleen even showed up day of with flowers and goodies to add that extra, personal touch!
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Courtney Sent on 09/30/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Would definitely recommend!

I had such a great experience with Chameleon! The team is very welcoming and very talented. From the start, Carleen went out of her way to be able to help us on our wedding day, even though scheduling-wise they were already so busy.
The rest of the team is also amazing - Kasia did hair for my and I couldn’t have loved it more! Would definitely recommend
Christina
Christina Sent on 09/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best for wedding hair and makeup!

I had the pleasure of working with Carleen and her team once as a bridesmaid in a friends wedding and I loved their work so much I booked her for my wedding day! Her hair stylists are extremely talented and gave everyone the style they were looking for from my bridesmaids to mothers and she even was able to style a wig for my mom! Plus I loved the option of being able to rent extensions from her instead of trying to color match and buy my own - really helpful that she offered this! I totally recommend them especially if you have thin hair it helped add so much volume and lasted all night.

The makeup was absolutely flawless, everyone was color matched perfectly. My makeup lasted the FULL night, even after hours of outdoor photos I was always surprised when I looked in the mirror and everything was still in place! I truly felt the most beautiful I ever have that day thanks to Carleen and her team!

Not to mention she has a super user friendly portal and booking system so it makes working with them even easier! Highly recommend booking for your wedding!
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Megan Sent on 09/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Exactly what I wanted!

My hair and make up lasted all night and was exactly what I wanted. My bridesmaid even said her make up was exactly the same as her bridal look! Carleen was extremely communicative throughout the planning process.
Patrick
Patrick Sent on 06/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

Chameleon Bridal did my hair and makeup for my wedding, and I couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. From start to finish, they were so easy to work with—booking was simple and stress-free!

The hair and makeup artists were incredibly kind, professional, and truly talented. As someone who does not wear a lot of makeup not only did they make me feel beautiful, but like myself. They also did an amazing job on my bridesmaids, my mom, and my mother-in-law. Everyone looked beautiful, felt their best, and also felt so relaxed throughout the process.

Even with a bit of rain, our hair and makeup held up perfectly all day and night. I felt like the best version of myself and I’m so grateful to the Chameleon Bridal team for being a part of such a special day. Highly, highly recommend them!
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Racquel Sent on 04/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

January Wedding

I cannot say enough amazing things about Carlene (hair) and Trish (makeup)! From start to finish, they were absolutely incredible — professional, organized, and so easy to work with. They were completely on top of everything, making the whole getting-ready process smooth, fun, and totally stress-free.

They did hair and makeup for myself, the MOB, MOH and a bridesmaid. They used such high-quality products, and it showed — my makeup looked flawless all day and all night without even needing a single touch-up. And despite some pretty reckless dancing on the dance floor, my hair stayed perfectly in place and looked amazing until the very end. It survived hugs, kisses, people stepping and tugging on my veil, and dancing.

If you’re looking for a team that will make you feel confident, beautiful, and completely taken care of on your big day, look no further. I would hire them again a million times over!
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Dawn Sent on 10/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible hair and makeup

Carleen and Taylor are both incredible! Carleen made it so easy for me! She did my hair perfectly and gave great suggestions when I changed my mind!
Taylor not only did our makeup perfectly but she stayed for makeup touches and helped me with other things like emotional support, help with my dress, and countless other things!
Thank you Carleen and Taylor
Alyssa
Alyssa Sent on 10/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Fantastic!

The artists here are amazing! They are top tier professionals! They made my wedding day so much less stressful with their extensive knowledge, punctuality, and organization. Leading up to the day, Carleen was quick to respond and quickly helped get through any issues. They worked hard and listened to me to captured exactly the image I wanted! We had a very short time frame and they organized everything to ensure we made it- Carleen came herself to ensure my hair was exactly the way I wanted it! Everything was perfect thanks to Carleen, and her girls!
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 08/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Hands down, the BEST!

Highly recommend! Carleen is AMAZING! Carleen made the day go so smoothly and all of our hair looked absolutely perfectly and the styles lasted all night! Her and Hedvika did an amazing job and I would not hesitate to hire them again!
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