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
Hillary Burkhardt
3 weeks ago
I have followed Emily for years from one salon to another and I am so proud and excited that she has a salon of her own now! Her attention to detail is incredible, you can tell not only in her meticulous color but also in the aesthetic and thought put into the salon. I'm always treated so well by Emily and warmly welcomed by the other stylists in the salon. Definitely visit Shade for a dimensional blonde that grows out seamlessly.
taylor barry
6 months ago
My hair was a hot mess from years of box dye and bad bleach jobs :( Kassidy made me feel at home and comfortable sitting in her chair. She is so passionate and talented in what she does, she did an amazing job. I think I found my forever salon
Andrea Ladd
4 months ago
After years of traveling to Boston or Portland to have my hair done I am so thrilled Shade is here in Kennebunk! Renee and Emma are wonderful — it’s such a pleasure going into the salon and their work is top notch! Love the color, cut and care they provide! Highly, highly recommend!
Melissa Dennehy
10 months ago
Absolutely Amazing Experience! I had such a fantastic visit for a cut and color! Kassidy really listened to what I wanted and delivered beyond expectations—my hair looks vibrant, healthy, and beautifully styled. What truly elevated the experience was the head-and-neck massage—so relaxing. It was the perfect touch that made the appointment feel more like a spa visit than just a salon trip. Highly recommend to anyone looking for top-notch service, skill, and a little pampering.
Summer Beaulieu
10 months ago
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A friend recommended Shade Hair Salon to me, and after browsing their website I saw that Kassidy offered evening appointments—which worked perfectly with my schedule. Before booking, I browsed Kassidy’s Instagram to make sure she could achieve the look I wanted, and I actually found a photo on her page that was exactly what I was hoping for. From the moment I met her, I knew we were going to get along. She’s so friendly and fun, yet incredibly professional and truly listens to what you want. I came in with concerns about my hair being in a shedding stage and very fine and thing, and somehow she worked her magic—my hair looks fuller, healthier, and bouncier than ever. I also told...
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
The Nonantum Resort, Kennebunkport
Riverside rooms with plenty of space for a guest block.
Cliff House, Cape Neddick
Ocean rooms for the couple and close family.
The Beachmere Inn, Ogunquit
Easy walk to the water and the village.
Three stops worth the detour
Somewhere pretty for photographs, and somewhere warm for a good cup of coffee.
Marginal Way, Ogunquit
A cliff path above the Atlantic, lovely at sunrise.
Nubble Light, York
The lighthouse everyone photographs, and for good reason.
Congdon's Doughnuts, Wells
A Maine morning ritual for arriving guests.
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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.