Up dos by Mel

Beauty services

Prices start at $100 per person

Styles: Classic, Glamorous, Romantic

About Up dos by Mel

Up dos by Mel

Owner/stylist

Hello! My name is Melissa I am a bridal stylist. I have been doing hair for 10 years now and I’m in love with bridal styling. I am a traveling stylist so will go where ever needed day of. I look forward to talking and meeting you!

I am published in Wisconsin bride best of 2023. I truly pour my heart and soul into my work. I strive to make you and your party look and feel their best! I make sure I am staying up to date on trends and techniques to be the best I can be for you.

Best of Zola 2024

Services

Service categories

  • Hair

Services & specialties

  • Available for touch-ups (hourly)
  • Children’s services
  • Multi-day events
  • Pre-wedding beauty prep
  • Blowouts
  • Hair accessories
  • Hair extension application
  • Hair extension color matching
  • Hair trials
  • Styling for short hair
  • Styling with hair extensions
  • Updos

Specialty styles

  • Classic
  • Glamorous
  • Romantic

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Reviews

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  • The Curls of My Dreams

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    •Monica R.•Apr 7, 2025

    I have short curly hair and wasn't sure if I could find a hairstylist who could really work with my hair length. Thankfully, "I want to accentuate my natural curls" is a phrase Melissa loves hearing from brides. After the trial, I immediately fell in love with her idea of how to style my hair for my wedding. The process felt very collaborative, right down to her asking which hair pins I wanted and where we should set up the station for styling my hair on the day of. On the day of my wedding, I felt stunning and had curls that lasted all day.

  • Highly recommended

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    •Megan H.•Sep 9, 2024

    Mel was incredible! She reached out to me after reading what I was looking for, then helped me find a makeup artist, and was so flexible throughout the whole process. I shared my vision and she brought it to life and I received so, SO many compliments on my hair on my wedding day. When people see my pictures, they always comment on my hair immediately. My braid was stunning but she did great work on my whole bridal party; all with diverse hair styles and hair needs. I got married in August and all of our hair stayed the night even with heat and humidity. Mel is so laid back and easy to work with. I would book her all over again if I could!

    Response from vendor•Sep 9, 2024
    Thank you so much!! I loved working with you every step of the way! You were stunning!❤️

  • Mel is an amazing hairstylist!

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    •Sophia•Aug 27, 2024

    Mel is my go-to for anytime I need my hair to look amazing! She made me feel so beautiful on my wedding day and I couldn’t even believe how well it turned out. I got countless compliments from everyone about how stunning it was. She is so easy to work with and will make sure no one leaves without feeling their best! You will not regret booking with Mel!

    Response from vendor•Sep 9, 2024
    Thank you!! I loved working with you❤️❤️❤️ you were a picture perfect bride!

  • Overall best experience!

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    •Daisy•Jun 7, 2023

    I’ve had my hair styled by Mel for all my special occasions & every single time she’s very professional, accommodating, & understands what I ask for & brings my vision to reality! Could not recommend her enough! 10/10!

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