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Once Upon a Stylist is THE go to girl for all of your wedding day hair needs, known for doing onsite wedding hair where the Bridal party can take comfort in being in familiar settings. Or Once Upon a stylist is home based in Historic San Marco and can host large bridal parties right there in the salon!!! We also LOVE destination weddings and traveling to wherever you choose to say the big "I DO"...

Follow us on Twitter @onceuponstylist and Instagram @onceuponastylist

Email: mandi@onceuponastylist.com

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$75

What is the price of trial service for blowouts for brides?

$75

What is the base price for blowouts for attendants/family members?

$55

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

$55

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

$195

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

$85

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

$75

Which of the following are included in prices?

Assistant Fee
Consultation

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Spa

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Coloring
Extensions
Relaxer
Haircuts
Keratin
Textured Hair Styling
Updos / Styling
Hair Trial
On-Site Hair

What is the maximum group size you can accommodate?

45

Reviews of Once Upon A Stylist

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Laura Sent on 10/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Mandi will make your wedding hair dreams come true!

I found Mandi through some searching and googling for a hairstylist for my Amelia Island wedding and I’m SO glad I did!! I was immediately drawn to her talent on instagram and her care for her clients (all those client selfies are so fun! Of course we had to take one too!!). She’s professional and kind, and blew me away with her skills! I had a specific up-do I wanted and she nailed it! Mandi also did my sisters’ and mom’s hair and I loved every single style! My own hair felt so secure and held the ENTIRE day, even after spinning and running for portraits and dancing the night away!! You need Mandi at your wedding too!
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Melissa Sent on 10/23/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Loved Mandi

I couldn’t have asked for a better hair stylist for my wedding! Not only did Mandi do an updo for my ceremony, but she also did another style for my reception! I loved my hair so so much! All of my bridesmaids also looked so beautiful thanks to Mandi! So thankful for her!!!
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Hannah Sent on 02/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

she's the best!

Mandi is the absolute best! She was so easy to work with and made all of our hair look beautiful. She spent the time to make sure I was 100% happy at the trial and on the day of. She's also incredibly sweet and we had so much fun with her! I highly recommend her and am so thankful!
Stacey
Stacey Sent on 02/01/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful work and wonderful stylist!

Mandi is the best! I showed her a photo of what I wanted for wedding hair and she did it. I got so many compliments. All of my bridesmaids loved their hairstyles too. Mandi is quick but very attentive to detail. Communicating with her leading up to the wedding was a breeze. Highly recommend! ❤️
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Briana Sent on 12/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding hair stylist. Ever.

Mandi is THE BEST! I was in a panic close to the wedding about my hair and she made all of my dreams come true!! Not to mention, my bridesmaids all looking incredible! If you're looking for a hair stylist for your wedding, BOOK MANDI ASAP! Her bubbly personality was a delight to have in our room on the day, and we couldn't stop staring in awe of all of her work. We love you Mandi! :)
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Dina Sent on 05/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Flawless Wedding Day Hair

Mandi is the absolute best in the business. If you're looking for wedding day hair, or hair for any occasion, look no further - book with Mandi and you'll be so thrilled with the result!

I am so tremendously blessed to have met Mandi! She is such a kind and compassionate spirit, and she is so talented at all things hair! I have very thick, curly hair (I'm Ethiopian, so picture VERY thick hair) and Mandi worked magic on my hair! She flat ironed my hair, curled it, and then we tried two different up-dos before settling on a beautiful low bun.

On my wedding day, my mom, sister, God-mother and I came by the salon at 8 AM, our scheduled time to have our hair done, and I found a coffee waiting for me. Seriously, she's just so thoughtful and sweet. Even though Mandi had another wedding to head to immediately after our session, she took the time to stop by the coffee shop and ensure that I was properly caffeinated on my big day. So thoughtful!

Hours after we had left the salon, I received a text from Mandi asking me how my hair was holding up, and if she should swing by our venue and do a touch up before the reception! This blew me away! We didn't need to do a touch up because my hair stayed in place, thanks to Mandi's flawless styling! I was so impressed by this, because our ceremony was outside by the beach and there was quite a lot of wind, but Mandi's styling was so perfect that everything stayed in place.

Beyond this, it was such an honor to get to know Mandi and to get to listen to her story. The day I left her salon, I left with two things. Stunning hair, that's for sure. But I also left the salon feeling encouraged and filled with hope. Thank you Mandi, for giving me the encouragement I didn't know I needed, and for making my hair so beautiful on my wedding day! I just can't thank you enough!
Catherine
Catherine Sent on 03/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Mandi was great!

It was definitely hard planning the wedding from so far away (I live in DC, but got married in Gainesville, FL), but Mandi was great to work with throughout the process!

The hair trial, for me, was essential. I have baby fine, straight hair that I feel can be difficult to work with because it just wants to go back to being straight and flat. Mandi was so welcoming and flexible - she really put me at ease. In the trial, she tried multiple looks for me and my mom. I was pretty set on the up-do from the beginning, but my mom was on the fence, so seeing the other options - which are a little more like what she is used to seeing me do with my hair - was tremendously helpful and brought her around to my way of thinking!

I really appreciate that Mandi took my vague idea and made me look truly stunning! I told my (now) wife that she’s going to have to learn how to braid my hair like that because it looked AMAZING and I want to do my hair like that next time I have a fancy event to attend. I feel like I looked older (in a good, sophisticated way), and it was a relief to not have to worry about my hair falling in my face, or blowing around.
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Courtney Sent on 01/28/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Mandi and her team are THE BEST!

Mandi and her team were AWESOME! They were so friendly, easy going, and so fast! My bridesmaids, Mom, and I all looked great for my wedding day. I felt a sense of ease with Mandi and her team - I trusted them and would not have changed a thing! Hire them -- they are the best.
Kimmy
Kimmy Sent on 01/19/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect hair for a perfect day!

Mandi did such an incredible job for my bridesmaids, mom, & I! Everyone’s hair looked absolutely amazing, and she has such great ideas for braids and twists to make hair look even more beautiful. I also bought hair extensions and she took the time to put them in and curl them. Thank you Mandi for making me look so beautiful on my wedding day :)
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Lauren Sent on 09/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Mandi came to my destination wedding in the Bahamas and did a FABULOUS job with my hair and my guest's hair. She was so meticulous with every detail and is certainly a pro. I recommend her to every bride I know! My guests raved about how much they loved their styles. Mandi is the best in the business and she books up fast and far in advance so don't hesitate! Thank you Mandi!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
Amber Veatch Designs Amber Veatch Designs Wedding Planners

I always know that Mandi and her team are going to arrive on time and finish with time to spare which is so important when you're on a tight wedding day timeline.Most importantly she always does a beautiful job and is so fun and relaxing to be around. I highly recommend her to all of my brides!

Emily Burton Designs Emily Burton Designs Wedding Planners

I recently needed my hair styled in a vintage look for my new website stylized photo shoot. I hired Once Upon A Stylist, and could not have been happier. I printed out a picture of a specific Vintage Wave Hairstyle and when Mandi got finished, it look identical to the picture that I gave her! It was absolutely stunning!!! She is professional and personably all at the same time. I will definitely be using her again & highly recommend her. Thanks again for making my hair stunning! I got so many compliments on it and I adored it.

Carrie Wilson Makeup Carrie Wilson Makeup Wedding Hair & Makeup

I really enjoy working with Mandi. She is so talented and has such a sweet and calming personality. Every time I refer her to a client, they are ALWAYS happy with the results.

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