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Lavish Updos
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Wendy
Wendy
Wendy
Wendy
Wendy
Erika
Erika
Christina
Christina
Maria
Maria
Oxbow
Oxbow
Oxbow
Oxbow
Yasmine
Yasmine
Yasmine
Yasmine
Erika
Erika
Bridal party
Bridal party
Braided updo
Braided updo
Big curls
Big curls
Boho updo
Boho updo
Hollywood waves
Hollywood waves
Loose waves
Loose waves
Newlyweds
Newlyweds
Bridal beauty
Bridal beauty
Waves
Waves
Natural curls
Natural curls

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About

Based in Henderson, North Carolina, Lavish Updos is a company that creates memorable wedding-day looks for nearly weds and their wedding party. It is owned by Areli Rayo, who is a licensed hairstylist. This professional loves to bring her clients' dream looks to life. Throughout this company's services, there is an emphasis on the clients' natural beauty and a focus on helping them to glow with confidence.

Services Offered

Lavish Updos offers hair trials where Areli and the nearly wed can determine the right look for their walk down the aisle. In addition to weddings, Areli is able to help clients with their hair for engagement sessions, bridal portraits, and pre-wedding parties. Areli can create styles with waves, curls, braids, and more in a variety of arrangements from fully down to updos.

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

$200

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

$150

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

$135

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

$125

What hair services do you offer?

Updos / Styling

Reviews of Lavish Updos

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Areli is an attentive, skilled hairstylist who delivered requested updos and natural-curl looks, listened during trials, and made brides feel beautiful and confident. She’s professional, friendly, punctual, flexible with scheduling and products, and communicates clearly. Highly recommended for weddings.

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Areli is an attentive, skilled hairstylist who delivered requested updos and natural-curl looks, listened during trials, and made brides feel beautiful and confident. She’s professional, friendly, punctual, flexible with scheduling and products, and communicates clearly. Highly recommended for weddings.

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Sallie
Sallie Sent on 11/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend

Areli was absolutely wonderful to work with for my wedding hair. I originally found her because I wanted an updo braid for my big day, and she did not disappoint. We did a trial together and she really listened, making thoughtful adjustments to bring my vision to life.
She was professional, friendly, quick to respond, and so easy to work with throughout the whole process. I felt beautiful and confident, and I’m so grateful I chose her. Highly recommend to any future brides looking for someone who truly cares about their work and their clients!
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Karla
Karla Sent on 02/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most special experience on my most special day! 👰‍♀️🩷

Areli was so flexible with my time and schedule, super kind and very professional! I felt like an absolutely princess, Areli is not only a sweet soul but super talented! I will forever have my wedding pictures to cherish!
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Yasmine Sent on 12/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding Hair!!

Areli did such an amazing job with my hair for my wedding! She was so good about doing exactly what you wanted- and doing it WELL. She is clearly a skilled hairstylist that is willing to work with what you want! Not to mention she is also the sweetest person!
Amelia
Amelia Sent on 12/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

October Wedding

Areli did an amazing job on my wedding hair! She is so incredibly sweet and was able to give me just the look I was going for for my special day!
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Hillary Sent on 11/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Bridal hair

She was absolutely wonderful. I had a hard time finding someone I felt I could trust with my hair because my mom was the only person I had let touch my hair (she was a hairstylist.) I am very picky, and was honestly very scared to see the final outcome, but it turned out to be exactly what I wanted! Would definitely recommend. If you’re having doubts, just book! Super kind, on time, very hard working and easy to talk to.
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Julanny Sent on 11/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Areli is talented and a sweetheart!

Areli is saved in my contacts and will be my go to for hairdos! I’m so grateful I found her and that she was available for my midweek courthouse wedding. Despite it being a very intimate affair - I still wanted to look my best on my wedding day for myself, my husband to be and the pictures! It was also very important for me to use my natural curls - and Areli delivered.

Clear and timely communication from the moment I reached out. Flexible - allowing me to use my own hair products as desired. Such a sweet soul that made me feel so at ease.
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Wendy Sent on 05/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!

Areli is incredible. Still in awe of how amazing everyone’s hair turned out for my wedding day. She worked quickly, she’s professional, and is so good at what she does! Highly recommend her to any bride in the area!
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Mya
Mya R. Sent on 01/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A True Hair Artist

I highly recommend Areli as a hair stylist for any event or service. She is patient, on time and takes constructive criticism very well. I feel very comfortable with her and she's extremely gentle with my hair. She is professional, respectful, kind and has a positive energy which is spiritually uplifting. Hire Areli and you won't be disappointed.
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Maria
Maria Sent on 01/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Bride & Bridesmaids Hair

Areli did my hair and my bridesmaids hair for our wedding. It was everything we could’ve ever wanted! I loved my hair do and so did my bridesmaids. She was so sweet fast & punctual. She offered a bridal trial which was perfect because I ended up changing the style of curls for my wedding day. I will definitely rebook her again for another occasion! 🥰
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Brenda Sent on 01/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Bridal updo

LOVE her work!! She made me feel so beautiful that day!! Nicest person I have ever met, makes you feel comfortable and confident of yourself. She gives you exactly what you ask for!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND Lavish Updos for your event!!!
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