Deposits on MUA and Hair Stylist

I had to put 50.00 to reserve the day

Will you get a contract?

No, they said they book it like a normal appointment. I thought it was odd

I paid for my trial and wedding day hair and makeup on my trial day. That was considered my "deposit". The remaining balance (about $1200) was paid 3 days before my wedding via e-transfer but I had the option to pay cash day of. I had a contract though and was in contact in the weeks leading up to my wedding so I was never afraid they wouldn't show up or anything.

I put a deposit down for make up but not hair.

Weird! I had to give 50% deposit.

I expected 50% or shoot, even $25, something to not only guarantee me but to make sure they are not wasting a booking day in busy wedding season. The hair is almost $400 for me and bridesmaids and $250 for make up for me and bridesmaids not including trials. Maybe they know I'm serious cause I booked trials in February?

I'm a hairstylist and I don't require a deposit. Trust me, we love doing weddings! $$$$$

I do require the bride gets a trial though. At this appointment I always give them the option of paying for the rest of the wedding day fees.

Jaime, that makes me feel so much better.