Bridal Hair & Makeup Classes

Edra Couture Bridal Hair & Makeup Classes are Boston and New England’s premier destination for aspiring bridal hair and makeup artists. Led by award-winning, published bridal artist Edra Wilson of Edra Couture Bridal, the classes are dedicated to training the next generation of creatives in the art of luxury beauty.

Our curriculum blends timeless bridal elegance with modern artistry, focusing on advanced techniques in hairstyling, flawless makeup application, and creating a seamless client experience. Designed for both beginners and professionals, these classes provide hands-on education, expert mentorship, and an immersive luxury standard that reflects the high-end bridal market of Boston, Newport, and destination weddings.

Through Edra Couture Bridal Hair & Makeup Classes, we don’t just teach beauty – we teach excellence, confidence, and artistry. Our graduates leave prepared to deliver couture-level bridal experiences that inspire trust, elevate careers, and transform the beauty industry across New England and beyond.

Courses Offered

Courses Offered

1-Day Bridal Hair Bootcamp

  • 6 hours of training
    Product knowledge
  • Sectioning basics
  • Two industry-standard bridal updos

Students: $250
Stylists: $350

2-Day Bridal Hair Bootcamp (Mon–Tues)

  • Four distinct bridal updos (two per day)
  • Product knowledge
  • Sectioning
  • Pinning
  • Texture control

Students:$500
Stylists:$700

1-Day Signature Glam Waves Class

  • Hollywood-inspired glam wave technique by Edra
  • 7 hours of training
  • Combining glam waves with hair extensions (extensions not included)
  • Glam wave variations

Students:$350
Stylists:$450

2-Day Full Glam Experience With Makeup

  • Day One: Hollywood Glam Waves Intensive
    Day Two: Makeup artistry demo + integrating glam waves
  • Model required
  • Makeup kit required
  • 7 hours per day

Students: $700
Stylists: $900

Makeup Artistry Workshops

Taught by New England’s top MUA professionals

Hands-On Focus: Select Your 6-Hour Workshop

Students: $350
Stylists: $450

Model required
Includes 3 makeup variations with teacher-led guidance:

  • Clean & Natural Bride

Timeless, minimal beauty for the modern bride.

  • Dreamy & Glowy Bride

Radiant skin prep, soft glam, luminous finishes.

  • Red Carpet Full Glam

Bold editorial glam with contouring and dramatic eye techniques.

More makeup classes coming soon.

Career Program

13-Week Intensive Training Program​

Student (<2 years experience): $4,500

Professional Stylist: $5,500

  • Includes mannequin head + pro product kit

Overview

A 13-week semi-private mentorship under Edra Wilson, combining hairstyling, makeup artistry, and client experience training for luxury bridal careers across Boston, New England, and beyond.

Curriculum Breakdown

Module 1 — Foundations of Luxury Styling (Weeks 1–3)

  • Week 1: Hair prep, product knowledge, sectioning, foundational blowouts
  • Week 2: Mastering luxury blowouts, brush control, signature finishes
  • Week 3: Hands-on practice + introduction to “Clean Girl” makeup

Module 2 — Waves, Texture & Bridal Basics (Weeks 4–6)

  • Week 4: Curling iron mastery + wave setting
  • Week 5: Signature Hollywood Glam Waves (with extensions)
  • Week 6: Soft Glam Makeup + live model or mannequin practice

Module 3 — Updo Artistry & Bridal Signatures (Weeks 7–9)

  • Week 7: Classic bridal updos (chignons, textured buns, sleek knots)
  • Week 8: Creative half-up bridal looks
  • Week 9: Live model practice + “Dream Girls” makeup

Module 4 — Advanced Styling & Editorial Bridal (Weeks 10–12)

  • Week 10: Custom luxury bridal looks
  • Week 11: Pairing makeup artistry with hairstyles
  • Week 12: Editorial & styled-shoot prep, longwear techniques

Graduation & Certification (Week 13)

  • Final bridal look on live model
  • Editorial collaboration with guest makeup artist
  • Professional content reel + portfolio images
  • Certification awarded
  • Model included

The Edra Couture Advantage

With Edra Couture Bridal Hair & Makeup Classes, we don’t just teach beauty — we teach excellence, confidence, and artistry. This is your opportunity to receive expert mentorship directly from published bridal artist Edra Wilson and master the advanced techniques required to succeed in the luxury bridal market across New England and beyond.

Whether you are a beginner seeking a strong foundation or a seasoned stylist aiming for couture-level clientele, our immersive, hands-on education is designed to dramatically elevate your career and transform your portfolio. Stop wishing for success and start building it with the premier Bridal Hair & Makeup Classes in Boston.