For those of you that cringe at the thought of a hen party with tiaras, L plates, pink, fluff and cheap veils… well what about getting a bit more stylish and turning to the 40’s & 50’s for some retro, vintage glamour? That is exactly what this Hen party did – check out the pics below for 40′s and 50′s hair and make up.

1940's and 50's vintage hair and make up

I was called in by a friend of mine to style her Hen party in exactly this way, she wanted something different and loves to dress up, plus they were off to the All Star bowling lanes in Brick Lane and to a 40’s themed night after. So we gave the 14 girls the vintage twist – how delightful.

Polaroids of 1940's and 1950's Hen

I called in the services of my gorgeous friend Beatriz who is a fellow makeup artist and hairstylist and together we worked our magic!
Tongs, Elnett hairspray, grips, MAC Ruby Woo lipstick, plenty of black liner and dustings of powder and blush…

1940's and 50's styled hair

And best of all we got to do the makeover in the most fantastic setting of 40 Winks – the über cool, stylishly designed mini-boutique hotel – mini, mini as there are only 3 rooms! Check it out as they have some great little soirees and events on there.

Vintage Glam Make up and hair

You can find out more info about my services and view a portfolio of make up shots on Emma D Makeup. I guest blog for LMW on a regular basis on hair, make-up and styling – check out my previous post on Wedding Make Up Tips.