Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Studio 10, 10 Abbey Lane, Arklow Wicklow & Freelance
Michelle is a freelance bridal specialist who has specialised in bridal for the last 10 years.
She trained in England and was fortunate to work under the international catwalk and editorial hairstylist Martin Cullen. Styling has always been Michelle's passion and helping you create the look that you want for your wedding day is always a pleasure.
Michelle will go through with you recommendations for helping you create the look that you desire for your wedding day. Michelle is a co owner of Studio 10 in Arklow which has been designed with brides in mind for your trial.
Michelle will go to the location of where you are getting ready on the morning of your wedding, she will stay with you until all your bridal party are dressed and ready to go for last minute touch ups and to fit your veil should you be wearing one. Michelle has a calming demeanour and will help keep everyone relaxed on the morning but will help guide the morning so there will be no delays in getting to your ceremony on time.
Michelle services the Wicklow, Wexford, Dublin, Carlow and Kildare counties.
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Caoimhe
5.0
Married on 18th Oct 2024
Mairead
5.0
Married on 1st Dec 2023
Michelle did my hair for my wedding along with my three bridesmaids and mother of bride and groom. She also kindly did some quick curls on the flower girls as well on the day. She was a true professional and was a calming presence on the morning. I was delighted with how my hair turned out and it lasted all day. Would highly recommend.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Mairead, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, it was my pleasure to spend the morning with all of you, a morning filled with laughter and love. Wishing you both a wonderful Christmas and New year and I hope our paths cross again one day! M X
Added 15th Dec 2023
Yvonne O'Leary.
4.9
Married on 17th Sep 2023
I contacted Michelle quite late as we were let down by someone at the last minute. Michelle was at a concert when I rang her. She didn't hesitate to take the call and always called me back. We didn't have time for a trial so I was quite nervous, From the moment she walked into our suite I knew it was going to be OK. Not only did she do a fantastic job with all the bridesmaids hair , she did a brilliant job with mine , as I have quite fine hair I was apprehensive, but she made the whole process so easy and not only that , she was full of tips and hints about the big day . All I can say is a huge thank you Michelle, for taking the hassle out of our morning, but also making us feel so comfortable. 100 percent would highly recommend this lady .
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Yvonne, It was totally my pleasure to spend the morning with all of you and I’m so happy that you enjoyed the experience and that you felt your best on your special day. Thank you for inviting me to share your morning with you and hopefully our paths will cross again one day. M X
Added 5th Oct 2023
Julianne
5.0
Married on 7th Jul 2023
It was an absolute delight to work with Michelle on the day of our wedding. Her attention to detail and professionalism was wonderful to have. She really puts you at ease which was a great help with the two of us as we (or me) were quite nervous. Her work gave us such a boost of confidence and her advice prior to the day was wonderful.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Julianne, it was totally my pleasure to spend the morning with Chelsea and yourself. You both were just so lovely to spend the morning with. Hopefully our paths will cross again one day and that Chelsea got her phd finished X
Added 20th Aug 2023
Zoe Loftus
5.0
Married on 23rd Jun 2023
Once we decided on our date, Michelle was the first vendor I booked for our wedding. There was no way I was getting married without Michelle there on the morning. The best of the best, an an absolute breeze to be around. 100% recommend to any bride looking for a hairstylist for their wedding. Book Michelle and you won't regret it! Thanks so much for everything Michelle
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Zoe, as always it was a pleasure to do yours and the girls hair. Thank you for inviting me to spend the morning with you all. I’m sure I’ll see you soon and look forward to getting you all ready for your next family occasion! Michelle xx
Added 10th Aug 2023
Colette Lynch
Wedding on 18th Mar 2023
Michelle is just a dream. We absolutely loved our hairstyles (myself, my bridesmaid & my mother). Such a talent!! Also such a lovely & calming person to be around'she really helped us through the morning. I would highly recommend. Thank you so so much Michelle xx
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Colette, the pleasure was all mine, I had a fabulous morning getting you all ready. I loved hearing about your mams adventures, she was a pure tonic! I do hope our paths will cross again, best wishes, Michelle X
Added 6th Apr 2023
Ashling O?Carroll-Macri
5.0
Married on 15th Mar 2023
Michelle was so wonderful. From helping me with my initially disastrous hair extensions in the run up to the wedding (which ended up looking fantastic) to having my hair look fantastic on the day. The bridesmaids also looked amazing & our hair held in place until the early hours of the morning. Thank you Michelle!
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Ashling, thank you for for taking the time to leave a review. It was my pleasure to help rescue your hair extensions! I had a lovely morning with all of you and you were all great fun to be with. Wishing you the very best and hopefully our paths will cross again one day X
Added 25th Aug 2023
Deirdre O?Neill
5.0
Married on 29th Dec 2022
I could not recommend Michelle enough. She was an absolute dream to work with from the bridal trial to the day itself. Her professionalism and attention to detail are just amazing. She made every bridal party hairstyle look effortless and we received so many compliments. We had the most relaxed morning and it was a pleasure to have her with us. Any bride would be lucky to have her with them on their big day, she is simply fantastic at her job. Thank you.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Thank you Deirdre, it was my pleasure to spend the morning with you and your family. I’ve always enjoyed spending time with you and I appreciate you inviting me to do your hair on your wedding morning! Hope you both have an amazing honeymoon and I’ll looking forward to hearing all about your day! M X
Added 1st Jan 2023
Anne O'Keeffe
5.0
Married on 17th Dec 2022
I would highly recommend Michelle to anyone looking for a hair stylist for their wedding. She was thorough, responsive and helpful in the lead up and was a joy to have with us on the morning of the wedding. Her work was impeccable (nothing budged all day or night!) and she was a calm presence on the morning. Michelle is a very capable professional with a wealth of knowledge on all aspects of weddings - she gave lots of little tips to myself and my bridesmaids on the day. I had heard lots of excellent reviews about Michelle prior to the wedding and was still so impressed by her. Michelle went above and beyond on the day and is clearly very passionate about her work. Everyone was delighted with their hairstyles. We highly recommend. Get booking!!
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Anne, thank you so much for taking the time out to leave a review, thank you for inviting me to share your wedding morning with you. I had a fabulous morning with you all. I hope you got a few frosty shots! Best wishes for 2023 and I hope to see you soon xx
Added 5th Jan 2023
Olivia O'Donnell
5.0
Married on 27th Oct 2022
I highly recommend Michelle as a wedding hair stylist. Michelle was professional, responsive and accommodating from organising my wedding hair trial to my wedding day. Michelle did elegant upstyles for my 4 bridesmaids and I, as well gorgeous curls for my mother and mother in law. She even took the time to style my father's hair. Michelle was very time efficient on the morning of the wedding and she stayed to ensure everything was perfectly placed, including my veil and my mother's hat. She worked very well with my makeup artist, Apryl, from Making Faces in Gorey, to ensure makeup and hair was completed in a timely and efficient manner. Michelle is very kind, creative and talented. I really appreciated her being there the morning of my wedding and helping make it such a calm and enjoyable time.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review Olivia. It was my pleasure to spend the morning with your bridal party and yourself! You looked absolutely stunning, timeless classic, thank you for inviting me to. Share your morning with you xx
Added 28th Nov 2022
Rachel McQuaid
5.0
Married on 24th Sep 2022
Thank you Michelle for doing such an amazing job on everyone's hair. You really helped us keep the atmosphere super relaxed and fun on the morning of the wedding and gelled so well with the rest of the suppliers. We couldn't have been happier with the outcome!
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Rachel, thank you so much. The pleasure was all mine. I had a fabulous morning with all of you! Thank you for sending on some photos of your special day, I can’t wait to share them. Michelle x
Added 5th Jan 2023
Lauren Delahunty- Murphy
5.0
Married on 10th Sep 2022
Michelle was a dream to work with and such a beautiful presence the morning of my wedding, I was so happy with my hair as where all my bridesmaids. Michelle went above and beyond to make sure everyone not only looked beautiful but also felt beautiful. Anyone considering booking Michelle ad part of your glam squad I would highly recommend!
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Lauren, you were an absolute pleasure to spend the morning with, thank you for inviting me to spend the morning with you and your girls! Best wishes and hopefully our paths will cross again one day, Michelle x
Added 8th Nov 2022
Louise Kelly
5.0
Married on 23rd Jun 2022
Michelle did my hair and my bridesmaids hair for our wedding on the 23rd of June. We were all delighted with our hair and Michelle was so lovely to deal with even having to postpone our wedding due to covid. Thanks again Michelle
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Louise, so sorry about the delay in replying. It was my pleasure to spend the morning with all of you. I really enjoyed spending the morning with all of you. Hopefully our paths will cross again one day! Best wishes Michelle x
Added 27th Jun 2022
Kippure estate
5.0
Married on 4th Jun 2022
Absolutely fabulous hairdresser. My hairdresser cancelled last minute and Michelle stepped in. Contacted me straight away with hair styles and helped in everyday possible. I was very worried. When she arrived on the day I presented a new hair style. Without any hesitation she styled my hair to perfection. I also had hair extentions which I thought would present a problem and she worked around them without fail. My hair was beautiful and everyone commented on it all day. I would highly reccomend for bridal hair. My bridesmaid hair was also classy and beautiful again just perfect.
Cannot reccommend Michelle enough.
Sarah
Cannot reccommend Michelle enough.
Sarah
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Sarah, so sorry I’m only getting to reply. Thank you so much, it was my pleasure to spend the morning with all of you in Kippure, hopefully our paths will cross again soon. Best wishes Michelle x
Added 23rd Jun 2022
Ciara Moran
5.0
Married on 8th Apr 2022
Michelle did my hair and hair for all my bridal party on the morning of my wedding. I cannot praise her highly enough. We were all delighted with how our hair turned out and everyone commented on how much of a pleasure it was to have her with us on the morning of the wedding. I also had a trial with her and a pre wedding haircut and colour and I can honestly say my hair hadn't felt as healthy in a long time as it did for my wedding. Thank you so much to Michelle for all her wonderful work and myself and the other bridesmaids wouldn't hesitate to recommend her!
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Ciara, Thank you so much, it was so lovely to spend the morning with you all, I’m delighted that you both had the most amazing day. Hopefully I’ll get to see you again one day! Best wishes Michelle x
Added 11th Apr 2022
Jess McGrath
5.0
Married on 25th Feb 2022
Michelle & myself were introduced by chance two weeks before my wedding because my original hairdresser had to pull out.
They say that everything happens for a reason & this was definitely a case of that! She was so kind and accommodating and drove from Wicklow to do a trial with me to make sure I was happy before the big day. We had so much fun with her on the wedding day & the whole morning was so calm. Michelle is amazingly talented and everyone loved their hair.
I would 100% recommend Michelle & look forward to when our paths cross again!
They say that everything happens for a reason & this was definitely a case of that! She was so kind and accommodating and drove from Wicklow to do a trial with me to make sure I was happy before the big day. We had so much fun with her on the wedding day & the whole morning was so calm. Michelle is amazingly talented and everyone loved their hair.
I would 100% recommend Michelle & look forward to when our paths cross again!
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Jess, The pleasure was all mine, I had a fabulous morning with all of you getting ready in Grouse Lodge. Hopefully our paths will cross again one day. Thanks for inviting me to share the morning with you. Best wishes Michelle x
Added 1st Mar 2022
Aideen
5.0
Married on 19th Dec 2021
Michelle was amazing from start to finish. I changed my mind regarding my hair the week before the wedding as I realised my trial hair would not suit the dress as I had though it would. Michelle assured me this was fine and offered another trial or to just work it out on the day. I felt confident that it would be fine to wait until the day and I wasn't wrong. My hair suited the dress perfectly and lasted really well. Everyone in my bridal party was happy with their hair also and again, they lasted all day. I would highly recommend Michelle.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Aideen, Thank you so much. I had a fantastic morning with all of you and you were blessed with the weather, can’t wait to see the photos! Hopefully our paths will cross again one day. Best wishes Michelle x
Added 14th Jan 2022
Paula Dooley
5.0
Married on 17th Dec 2021
Michelle was a dream to have with us on the morning of my wedding. She made everyone feel so at ease and relaxed. I was so happy with how all our hairstyles turned out on the day. I would definitely recommend Michelle to any future brides.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Thank you Paula, I had a lovely morning with you and all the girls. Can’t wait to see your photos from Jenny! I’m sure they are going to be fabulous Warmest wishes, Michelle x
Added 16th Jan 2022
Siobhan Carroll
5.0
Married on 4th Dec 2021
Michelle did a beautiful job on my hair on my wedding day. I was really happy with it. I visited Michelle for a trial a couple of months before the wedding and she really helped find a style for my hair that suited me. On the wedding day, she was a calming presence in the room and very professional. She went above and beyond the call of duty, assisting with drying out the bouquets of flowers and putting final touches to everyone's hair (even those that did not have their hair done by Michelle on the morning). I would highly recommend Michelle.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Thank you Siobhan for your kind review, it was my pleasure to spend the morning with you and your bridal party. Hopefully our paths will cross again. Best wishes Michelle x
Added 7th Feb 2022
Calls Seligman
5.0
Married on 6th Nov 2021
Michelle was absolutely amazing!! She went above and beyond her duties. My mum was a nervous wreck and she was so caring and thoughtful minding her.
The service she provide was above and beyond what we expected and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking not only for fabulous hair on their day but someone who goes the extra mile to make sure your day is perfect
The service she provide was above and beyond what we expected and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking not only for fabulous hair on their day but someone who goes the extra mile to make sure your day is perfect
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Calla, Thank you so much. I had a fabulous morning with you all. You really were all a pleasure to spend the morning with. Wishing you both a wonderful life and hopefully our paths will cross again some day. Best Wishes, Michelle
Added 16th Nov 2021
Aoife Pedreschi Govindoorajoo
5.0
Married on 8th Oct 2021
Michelle was a joy to work with. She was always open to my ideas and would try any hairstyle i suggested but she was also was honest and advised me on what would work well. she made the whole process easy and stress free, from first contact to the big day. i would recommend her to anyone planning to get married .
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Aoife, Thank you so much for your lovely review, Thanks for inviting me to share your special day todo your hair. You were all a pleasure to be with. Looking forward to seeing your photos, warmest regards, Michelle x
Added 18th Jan 2022
Lillian
5.0
Married on 24th Sep 2021
Michelle did my bridal and bridal party hair and I couldn't recommend her enough for your big day. From when I met Michelle I had confidence in her that she would do a great job and she didn't disappoint. She listens to what you want and we were all delighted with our hair. Michelle is also so friendly and super relaxed which is a great help on your wedding morning. Nothing was too much.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Lilian, Thank you so much for your lovely review. I had a lovely morning with you all in September. It’s hard to believe where the time goes, it only feels like last week since I was with you all. Hopefully our paths will cross again soon, Michelle x
Added 14th Jan 2022
Mair?ad
5.0
Married on 23rd Sep 2021
Michelle was absolutely fantastic, herself and Helen arrived to a party of 9 to get ready and each one of us were blown away at how brilliant she was. Each person was so so happy with their hair and she went above and beyond to help us that morning. Her company alone on the morning of the wedding was so calming and she couldn't have done more for us! She's so easy to talk to and you can communicate with her on your hairstyle every step of the way! Made the morning!
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Mairead, Thank you for your lovely review, it really means the world to me. We both had a lovely morning with you and your family, hopefully I’ll see you when you are in Wicklow again. Warm regards Michelle
Added 5th Oct 2021
Tatiana McCarthy
5.0
Married on 21st Apr 2021
For my wedding I had a precise idea in mind of what to do with my hair, I wanted something romantic and boho as my husband and I were eloping in the mountains by the lake.
When I met Michelle I knew straight away she would get me and do what I was wishing for. And it was so perfect !!!! She was so reassuring, patient and kind and such a lovely person to chat to, I can't recommend her enough for you big day.
Michelle is very professional and will listen to you and try her best to make your dream come true !!
Thank you Michelle for making me feel so confident and pretty on one of the most important day of my life ??
When I met Michelle I knew straight away she would get me and do what I was wishing for. And it was so perfect !!!! She was so reassuring, patient and kind and such a lovely person to chat to, I can't recommend her enough for you big day.
Michelle is very professional and will listen to you and try her best to make your dream come true !!
Thank you Michelle for making me feel so confident and pretty on one of the most important day of my life ??
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Tatiana, it was my pleasure, I’ll always remember how intimate your wedding with Paudi and your boys was. Thank you for inviting me to be part of your special day. Warm regards Michelle
Added 27th Sep 2021
Laura Griffin
4.9
Married on 4th Dec 2020
Michelle was amazing. I couldn't have a trial done due to COVID so Over the phone we discussed what way I wanted my hair. I had a bad experience with a hair trail earlier in the year and so was worried I wouldn't be happy with my hair on the day of the wedding. However Michelle assured me over the phone that she would make sure I was happy leaving for my wedding.
She understood exactly what I wanted and I was so happy with how my hair turned out. She also did my my mam, my mother in law and my sister in laws hair. Everyone was delighted with how their hair turned out. I can't recommend Michelle highly enough. She was excellent and so accommodating during such a crazy year.
She understood exactly what I wanted and I was so happy with how my hair turned out. She also did my my mam, my mother in law and my sister in laws hair. Everyone was delighted with how their hair turned out. I can't recommend Michelle highly enough. She was excellent and so accommodating during such a crazy year.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Laura
Thank you for inviting me to be part of your special day. I throughly enjoyed the morning with you all. With what is going on in the world it makes weddings even more precious, wishing you both a wonderful life together, who knows I might bump into you in the Wicklow Mountains one day!
Thank you for inviting me to be part of your special day. I throughly enjoyed the morning with you all. With what is going on in the world it makes weddings even more precious, wishing you both a wonderful life together, who knows I might bump into you in the Wicklow Mountains one day!
Added 8th Jan 2021
Valerie
Wedding on 26th Sep 2020
Michelle was engaged as hair stylist for my daughter's wedding last Saturday in Kildare. She arrived promptly at the time she said she would and got set up in the appropriate place. She styled five of us and we all found her extremely talented and took our suggestions and did exactly what we wanted, adding her own guidance and support. She worked calmly and made sure we were all more than happy with the outcome - waiting until we were all dressed and ready before ensuring any last minute touchups to the styles. A true professional and someone well worth having in your corner on a day such as this. We could recommend her highly enough. Thank you Michelle - we all looked fabulous thanks in no small part to you.
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Hi Valerie
Thank you so much for your lovely review, it really does mean the world to me.
It was totally my pleasure to spend the morning with Juliet, yourself and your guests. I’m delighted to hear you had the most fabulous day at Martinstown House,
Best wishes and I hope our paths will cross again one day!
Thank you so much for your lovely review, it really does mean the world to me.
It was totally my pleasure to spend the morning with Juliet, yourself and your guests. I’m delighted to hear you had the most fabulous day at Martinstown House,
Best wishes and I hope our paths will cross again one day!
Added 29th Sep 2020
Hazel O?C
5.0
Married on 8th Aug 2020
Michelle did my hair for the morning of my wedding along with my two bridesmaids, mother of the bride and mother of the groom. She was so helpful and a hugely calming influence when we had to change venue at the last minute due to C19 restrictions. Michelle was always quick to respond even when it came to the smallest things I kept asking her! I was so grateful to have her with me on the morning of my wedding. She kept me calm the whole way through the preparations that morning. I would recommend Michelle to any of my friends in the future. Thanks again Michelle!
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
Thank you so much Hazel for leaving your review, it’s greatly appreciated. It was my pleasure to spend the morning with you and your bridal party. We had the most lovely morning getting ready especially under these unusual circumstances, I hope you both had a fabulous honeymoon in Kerry, best wishes and I hope our paths cross again one day!
Added 14th Aug 2020
Linda F
5.0
Married on 16th Feb 2018
I would highly recommend Michelle for any bridal party. Michelle was amazing from start to finish, it was my dream to have a Hollywood wave for my big day but despite my hair being so difficult to hold a curl, Michelle worked her magic and found a way to make it work in my hair. I was so happy with the final result! She did an amazing job on my bridesmaids too! My sister booked her for her wedding too because we were so happy with how things had gone for my wedding. Thanks so much Michelle!x
Response from Michelle O'Hare Hairstylist
You’re welcome Linda, it was a pleasure to spend both mornings with you. It was lovely to see you again at Katie’s wedding, I felt so honored to be invited to come back and to meet Lucy too! X
Added 19th Feb 2022
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She was an absolute breath of fresh air, and brought such a calmness to the busy morning. Everyone left her chair feeling refreshed after a nice chat, and the hairstyles were absolutely perfect!
My bridesmaids asked for textured low buns, all slightly different and Michelle didn’t disappoint, with one of my bridesmaids telling me they always asked for that particular hairstyle when attending weddings, and nobody had done it as nicely and as textured as Michelle had.
After hairs were complete, she helped all bridesmaids into their dresses and done last minute touch ups on me as I was leaving.
Throughout the whole process she was so communicative, which is so appreciative to any bride in the process of planning. I even reached out to her in the run up to the wedding to ask for advice on adding a hair piece, and she was so quick with a response and links to different options!
She was such a great element on the day, and I promise any future bride they won’t be disappointed 🥰