Planning perspective
What to consider before reaching out
A strong first conversation is about fit, not just availability. Share your date, approximate guest count, location, and the feeling you want the day to have. Ask what is included, what typically changes the final quote, and what decisions need to be made earliest.
For a hair & beauty partner, confirm how communication works, who will be present on the day, and how the team handles changes. Pricing was not included in the supplied research, so request a current, itemized proposal directly from the business.
In their clients’ words
What people say on Google
Northeast Wanderer
2 years ago
I see Lindsay but I love the whole team. Such a professional and fun group of people. They truly care about their clients and their services are top notch. Whether you need a new hair style, expert color advice or a makeup application, they excel at what they do. Excellent selection of products too!
Andrea Jolly
5 years ago
I have been going to MaxCharles for several years now to get my hair done on a routine basis. I've grown to really love and adore Missi and her team - so much so that I booked Missi and Chloi for hair and makeup at my December 2020 wedding! I had a wonderful hair and makeup trial, and I knew if that appointment was amazing that my wedding day would be even better. Missi and Chloi were punctual, professional, and took all precautions possible on my wedding day to ensure that me, my bridesmaids, and my mother/mother-in-law felt safe and comfortable. Missi was outstanding in doing hair for me and my girls, and Chloi was a master at our makeup application. I could not have been happier! Thank yo...
claire larson
2 years ago
Had an amazing experience here with Meredith! She talked through what I wanted with me, she spent so much time and detail with my hair, I am a mousy brunette doing very blonde highlights and she really did a great job with the specific color and giving it depth (with my thin hair) she also gave me a cut that was great. The salon itself is super nice, has wine and other drink options, they are very professional and do a really great job. Meredith is also super nice and fun to chat with! Would definitely and easily recommend it here!
Tracy Gravlin
a year ago
Wonderful salon! Meredith made us feel at home. My hair & my daughter's hair look & feel amazing! Recommend 💯!! Your missing out if you don't book!
Kathryn Bisbee
4 years ago
I couldn't have been happier with my experience with MaxCharles salon! I hired MaxCharles for my wedding hair and makeup completely sight unseen (based on website reviews). I live out of state (NJ) and was not even able to do my hair and makeup trial until the Wednesday night before my Saturday wedding. I was definitely nervous but Lindsey (and later Kat) did a great job working with me. While Lindsey gave me some suggestions and pointers, she also listened to me and what I wanted. I'm not 'trendy' so I was worried that I would be talked into a hairstyle that I just would not feel comfortable with. Fortunately, the team was great and I never felt any sort of pressure to have my hair/makeup i...
Reviews from Google. Read all of them on Google.
Getting here
How far is this from home?
Pick the city you and most of your guests will be driving from and we will estimate the trip.
An estimate for planning, not live traffic. Leafy weekends in October always take longer.
For your guests
Lovely places to stay nearby
Wentworth by the Sea, New Castle
Historic seaside hotel with room for the whole guest list.
The Hotel Portsmouth
Boutique rooms steps from downtown restaurants.
AC Hotel Portsmouth
Modern rooms with a rooftop for the welcome drink.
Three stops worth the detour
Somewhere pretty for photographs, and somewhere warm for a good cup of coffee.
Portsmouth Harbor Light, New Castle
White lighthouse and open ocean, lovely at sunrise.
Prescott Park, Portsmouth
Riverfront gardens in full bloom all summer.
Caffe Kilim, Portsmouth
Longtime local coffeehouse with serious espresso.
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Editorial note: this profile is based only on the vendor research supplied to New England Celebrations. It is not a paid endorsement, interview, or first-person testimonial. Pricing and availability are on request.