“If I Could Do It Again, I’d Spend More on This—And Less on That”

When the confetti settles and the photos come in, almost every bride has that one thing they wish they had done differently.

We asked our brides—and the answers were surprisingly consistent.

This post is your insider pass to what’s actually worth the investment on your wedding day… and what most brides say wasn’t nearly as important as it seemed.

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WORTH IT: Bridal Hair & Makeup That Transforms the Entire Experience

Let’s start here—because it’s the one thing almost every bride mentions:

“If I could do it again, I would absolutely invest more in hair and makeup—from the very beginning.

I originally thought hair and makeup were just boxes to check, and I didn’t really grasp how much they would affect everything about my wedding day. But now, looking back, I realize it shaped the entire energy of my morning.

The team at Luxuri Beauty didn’t just show up and glam me—they created such a peaceful, calming atmosphere in the bridal suite. I honestly forgot how nervous I was. They had aromatherapy going, someone gave me a little massage while we talked through my final look, and it felt like a full-on luxury experience.

And then the photos came back… and I truly felt like the most beautiful version of myself. Not overdone. Just enhanced in the most intentional, stunning way. Every touch-up was timed perfectly. I looked the same at midnight as I did at the first look.

If you’re thinking of cutting corners on beauty—don’t.
Spend more here. You’ll see it in your photos, but more importantly, you’ll feel it all day long.”

— Nabila, Winter 2024 Bride

Your hair and makeup aren’t just about looking pretty.

They influence:

• How you feel when you look in the mirror
• How your photos turn out
• The energy of your entire morning
• How present and confident you are walking down the aisle

Investing in a professional, experienced bridal beauty team who understands how to tailor glam to your features, your venue, and your dress is non-negotiable for brides who want to feel elevated, not overdone.

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WORTH IT: Photography and Videography That Actually Reflect the Day

You wear the dress once. You see the flowers for a few hours. But your photos? You’ll have them forever.

Brides consistently say that spending more on a photographer and videographer who align with your style is one of the smartest decisions you can make.

“Every time I watch our wedding video, I cry—not just because of the vows or the first look, but because I truly felt like the most beautiful version of myself that day.

I almost cut corners on beauty and video, and I’m so glad I didn’t. Luxuri Beauty didn’t just do my hair and makeup—they helped me feel calm, confident, and completely present. That showed up in every photo and every frame of our video.

I looked flawless from morning to night. My skin was glowing, my curls stayed perfectly styled, and everything looked exactly how I envisioned it. The glam elevated the emotion—it made the entire day feel like a dream, and it shows when I look back at the footage.

Choosing Luxuri was one of the best decisions I made.”

— Isabelle, Spring 2024 Bride

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WORTH IT: Where You Get Ready

A cluttered hotel room with bad lighting = a rushed, stressful start and underwhelming “getting ready” photos.

A luxury bridal suite with curated lighting, space for your glam squad, and calming vibes?

That’s how you start your day feeling relaxed and radiant.

At the Luxuri Bridal Suite, we’ve seen firsthand how a calm prepped environment changes everything. The bride’s energy, the timeline, the photos—it all flows better when the space is designed for the moment.

“Looking back, one of the best decisions I made was booking the Luxuri Bridal Suite.

I didn’t realize how much the space would impact my energy that morning. I’ve been in cramped hotel rooms for other weddings—and it always felt chaotic. This felt like a luxury retreat. There was space to breathe, beautiful lighting for photos, and every detail had clearly been thought through.

My bridesmaids and I had breakfast, coffee, and music playing while the team worked their magic. I remember just sitting there, taking it all in, feeling peaceful. And that’s what I’ll never forget—that sense of calm before one of the biggest moments of my life.

The aromatherapy and light massage before glam started? Exactly what I needed. It grounded me.

When I see the photos now, I can tell how relaxed and confident I was. The energy in that room set the tone for the entire day. I’m so grateful I didn’t settle for a hotel room. This was something else entirely.”

— Camille, Fall 2023 Bride

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NOT WORTH IT: Custom Wedding Favors (That No One Takes)

Sure, they’re cute. But when guests forget to grab them (or toss them after the fact), those $500 worth of candles, koozies, or cookies could’ve been invested in something that actually lasts.

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NOT WORTH IT: Excessive Signage & Personalized Decor

Personal touches are great—but when the welcome sign, bar sign, bathroom sign, and 17 acrylic quotes add up to hundreds (or thousands) of dollars? That’s money better spent on a glowing bridal trial or post-ceremony hair change.

Less is more—and your guests won’t notice the missing details.

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NOT WORTH IT: Uncomfortable Designer Shoes

Yes, they’re pretty. Yes, you might want the shot. But unless you’re wearing them all night (which most brides don’t), $800 on heels that you kick off after 30 minutes may not be the best use of budget.

Instead: splurge on comfort-focused glam, a bridal suite, or a second look for the reception—something you’ll experience longer than the ceremony aisle.

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Final Thought: Prioritize What Feels Like You

When it comes down to it, the best investments are the ones that make you feel:

• Confident
• Calm
• Present
• Beautiful
• Taken care of

That’s what hair and makeup do when they’re done right.

That’s what your prep space offers when it’s designed with intention.

And that’s what you’ll remember—not the signage font or which favor made it into your cousin’s suitcase.

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