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High maintenence, or normal?

Is it high maintenance of me to want to get my hair &makeup done for engagement pictures? My hair is long and very straight, and I have a hard time keeping it out of my face without putting it behind my ears. I thought it might look better if I got it done by a hair stylist, along with my makeup. Do a lot of people get their hair and makeup done for engagement pictures? Is it worth it?

Re: High maintenence, or normal?

  • @GApeaches

    It's up to you whether or not you get it done. If you want it done and you can afford it, then go for it. Otherwise do it yourself.
  • No, that is not high maintenance to want to look your best.
    What did you think would happen if you walked up to a group of internet strangers and told them to get shoehorned by their lady doc?~StageManager14
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  • These are pictures that you and your families are going to keep for a long time so it's understandable that you want to look your best. I don't think that's being high maintenance at all. And I have the same problem with my hair so I completely understand!
  • No! These pictures will last a lifetime! And as long as you don't go over the top with the hair and makeup then it'll be just fine!
  • I don't think so!
  • If that makes you feel more confident then I say go right ahead! Maybe time it with your usual trip to the salon so you can have a nice blow out if you don't want to spend too much.
  • I dont think its high maintenance. Its a budget thing. If you have room in the budget then go for it.

    FWIW, I used my engagement pictures as an opportunity to have a trail for my make up.

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  • Given how expensive it is to have engagement pics done, I think it's perfectly reasonable to spend a little money to make sure you look your very best. These are pics you're likely to frame or give to people, so don't feel that hair and makeup are frivolous.
  • I did. I got it done. It was totally worth it.
  • I don't think its high maintenance! I'm planning on getting my makeup trial done the day I'm getting my engagement pictures taken so I can kill two birds with one stones. And I'm waiting to get my hair cut and colored and then get it done a few days before the photos. If you are high maintenance, then so am I! 

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