Consultation and styling planning
Consultation is required and virtual consultations are available. During the consult we review the event, your desired look, hair history and any accessories or veils you plan to use. Bringing photos and schedule details helps the stylist identify practical constraints — for example how active you will be, how long you need the style to last, and which details matter most.
From that plan the stylist balances appearance with wearability on appointment day. The final choices depend on hair texture, current condition and the accessories brought to the salon. Expect discussion of trade-offs — a tightly structured style may mean more pins and product, while looser looks prioritize comfort and movement — and clear instruction about what will be done at the appointment.
Alexandria location and logistics
The LABoratory is located at 205 S. Whiting Street, Suite 306 in Alexandria’s West End (Landmark–Van Dorn area), near the Landmark Office Building — 205 South Whiting Street. Clients travel to the salon from Alexandria and nearby communities including Arlington, Fairfax, and Washington, DC. The location helps when you need an in-person consult, fittings or last-minute adjustments before an event.
Virtual consultations make planning easier for clients coming from Annandale, Falls Church, Lorton, or beyond. During booking we review arrival times and any timing constraints so the salon appointment fits your day. Use the consultation to confirm whether any additional services or scheduling accommodations are needed for your event day logistics.
Preparation and day-of care
What you bring and how you prepare is decided during the consultation. Bring reference images, any hair accessories, your outfit details and a timeline for the day. The stylist will advise whether to wash your hair before the appointment and how accessories or veils should be attached, so the look you chose in consultation translates cleanly to the finished style.
On the day of the event the stylist will explain simple maintenance steps and what to expect between the salon and your venue. If touch-ups are needed, those needs and options are identified in the consult so you can plan for a second person to carry products or book additional time in the salon prior to the event.
