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I love working with my clients to create the perfect hairstyle for their special day ! I have been in the industry since 2000 and very much enjoy being a part of so many special events in people's lives .

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Alison Sent on 05/08/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Amber as a wedding hair stylist, personal hair stylist, and person! She is simply the best. I was initially referred to her by my wedding planner in August for my April wedding. I texted her to set up a trial and she responded right away asking to see any hair inspiration photos I had, photos of my dress, jewelry, etc. Amber could not have been more warm and welcoming when I arrived for my trial and I felt like we just clicked right away. After assessing my hair, she was honest in telling me that she did not think the particular style I wanted for my wedding would work with my fine/thin hair. I really appreciated her honesty and together we came up with a totally different style that not only worked way better for my hair, but I loved way more. We also started chatting about the current color/style of my hair and before my trial was over I decided that I wanted to make another appointment with her for a cut and color. I ended up switching hairstylists and now look forward to regular cuts/colors with her as she has totally transformed my once lifeless locks. On my wedding day, Amber could not have been more amazing not only with me, but also with my 10 bridesmaids and 2.5 year old flower girl. She took the time to listen to each bridesmaid and truly brought each girl’s vision to life. Everyone LOVED their hair and had so much fun talking to Amber and getting to know her. One of my bridesmaids who lives in Chicago even said she wanted to move to Arizona so Amber could be her hair stylist. I feel so lucky to have met Amber and would HIGHLY recommend her, without a doubt, to anyone looking for a high quality, incredibly talented, reliable, flexible, professional, personable, and exceptionally caring hair stylist. A thousand thanks for everything, Amber!
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Jennifer Sent on 04/19/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I met with Amber for my wedding hair trial and had no idea what I wanted to do with my hair. I gave her a little direction as to what I didn't want, and she ran with it. When she was all done, I was in shock because it looked better than I could have imagined. I got married this past Saturday, and Amber did such an incredible job with my hair. She also did my mom's and sister's hair, and we all felt more beautiful than ever. I would HIGHLY recommend Amber for wedding hairstyles, other occasions, or just every day. She is so incredibly talented, and I'm so grateful to have met her.
Kelsy
Kelsy Sent on 01/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I have known Amber for quite some time and knew that she did hair. We reconnected at a wedding event that I was shopping for vendors at and I knew that I wanted Amber to be a part of my day. She reached out to me about 5 months before my wedding with some tips about my hair...so instead of a trial, I became a full time client of hers and I could never be happier about the change.
I know as a client of hers, how wonderful she is as a stylist, therapist, and friend. So I was even more excited for my bridesmaids to meet her and find out why I had been bragging about her so much. They were not disappointed. My 6 bridesmaids, myself, and Amber were having the BEST time getting ready for the wedding. Amber reminded us all to eat, stay hydrated (she makes everyone take water breaks) and it just felt like she was one of the girls.
Amber listened to all of the girls wants for their hair styles and made sure that everyone was happy and camera ready before she left. I think she even left with a few new clients. :)
I would recommend Amber 1000x over to any one. She is amazing and such a joy to be around. Thank you Amber!!!
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Rachel Sent on 10/27/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Amber is a fantastic find!! My hair was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! She made me feel so beyond beautiful on my wedding day as did my mom and all of my (4) bridesmaids!! She responded right away, she was very flexible and so much fun to spend the day with! One of my bridesmaids even hired her on the spot for her wedding after she finished her hair for my wedding.
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Betsy Sent on 10/26/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Amber is a true genius! She is a top-notch artist and transformed both me and bridesmaids into princesses for a day! Her hairstyles were innovative and full of natural beauty. It's as if she was inside our heads and knew exactly what we were all dreaming of and hoping for! My hair is very fine and pretty lifeless and I have never had a more gorgeous and lustrous head of hair in my life! I highly recommend her to anyone interested in having a miraculous hair day!!!
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Sopy Sent on 06/10/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE Amber!! She did an amazing job on my hair, my four bridesmaids, flower girl & both Moms. We all had a great time getting ready & Amber made it delightful.. I highly would recommend Amber to be your hair stylist for any occasion!! I am so happy to have found her- she definitely made my hair beautiful for that special day!! XOXO
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User2134768 Sent on 05/16/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Amber Tillinghast was the stylist for all of the bridesmaids for my daughter's wedding last weekend in Scottsdale, AZ. It was a tremendous convenience that she came "on location" to do this. Sure made it a lot easier for everybody. Amber did an outstanding job on their hair and went out of her way to make it fun for everyone. She arrived on time and was professional in every way. Everyone looked beautiful for the wedding and the photos.
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User2112580 Sent on 04/28/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I cannot begin to say enough about Amber! Every time I am scheduled to see her it is always fun and something I look forward to.
Beyond that she was AMAZING on my wedding day. First of all, Amber came TO US the day of the wedding with all of her supplies and the most calming energy. We hung out in the hotel room, ordered room service, had coffee and relaxed. And with Amber there, I had that one additional friend that made it even more special.
But most importantly, because Amber had taken the time to get to know me, my hair, and my style, not only was it a wonderful morning, but my hair couldn't have looked any better! I am always so nervous about my hair, and she nailed it.
Amber also knew how important having my stepdaughter feel and look beautiful was to me. My stepdaughter has short hair that has been fried from extensive use of hair straighteners. Yet, Amber made her look gorgeous and ecstatic.
But, the greatest testament to Amber is her level of patience and professionalism. Weeks leading up to the wedding, Amber and I had created a full schedule of which females were to have their hair done, and which would do their own. Inevitably, one bridesmaid came in 1.5 hours late and decided she now wanted her hair styled. Amber, being conscientious of my schedule, checked in on my timeline and then graciously welcomed the late comer into the chair and calmly made her look glamorous, without showing a sign of frustration.
Amber was supposed to be with us roughly 4 hours that morning. She'd actually been with us closer to 6, and never complained or looked upset once. She made me feel calm and was a support system that I gladly welcomed and would have happily kept her with me all day.
There is no one I would recommend higher than Amber for special events. She is the full package you want when it comes to styling your hair on those special days. I will never go to anyone else.
Heather Butler (Bride)
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Catherine Sent on 04/21/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Amber did a phenomenal ,top notch job with my 8 bridesmaids, two flower girls, my aunt and not to mention the knockout job she did with me, the brides hair!!!!I received non stop compliments on how beautiful I looked on my day and without Amber that just wouldn't have happened.She had the highest professional standards, listened to my vision and executed it flawlessly, did a great job with my trial and was fun spirited to work with. If your a bride and looking for a great wedding hair stylist,do yourself a favor and go with Amber. You won't be disappointed !
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Tina Sent on 11/14/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Amber made me feel beautiful on my wedding day! She is so talented and, more than that, she is such an amazing person! Our wedding planner, Victoria Canada, HIGHLY recommended her after we discussed what kind of look I wanted on the wedding day.

Amber is very professional and great at communicating. She reached out to me prior to my hair trial appointment asking for pictures of hair styles I like. I must have sent her 10 pictures of bridal hair styles since I had no clue what would look good on me. When I showed up she was so pleasant and wanted to get to know me, my wedding dress and the look I wanted. The trial went extremely well so I booked with her right away.

On my wedding day, I laughed and thoroughly enjoyed getting ready with her. We spent one minute talking about my hair and the rest of the time we just caught up on each other's lives. I wholeheartedly trusted Amber to create the look I wanted. Not to my surprise, I absolutely loved my hair when she was done! Oh, my bridesmaids' hair also looked amazing! =)

Thank you SO much, Amber, for giving me the look I wanted and for being with me on my wedding day! Love you! <3
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Celebrations By Amy Bacon Celebrations By Amy Bacon Wedding Planners

The Celebrations by Amy Bacon team was blessed to work with The Grateful Head this past weekend for an entire bridal party. The bride, bridal party and family all looked stunning and were very happy with the look that was achieved. As a planner the communication and flexibility leading up to the big day is so important and we were so impressed with all of the above. We will refer The Grateful Head with confidence and look forward to many more weddings together!

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