Salon Snob

A River North salon

Salon Snob is an upscale salon in Chicago's River North neighborhood that provides wedding hair and makeup. Owner Jordyn Olawumi specializes in hair couture and makeup application, and she was lead hair designer for the Midwest Emmys in 2014.

Services

Jordyn has experience with keratin products, color treatments and blowouts, which suits couples who want sleek, glossy hair. For length or volume, the salon can apply extensions and style them. Makeup is offered alongside, so one team can look after both.

• Wedding hair styling
• Makeup application
• Keratin, color and blowouts
• Extensions

Why they suit LGBTQ+ couples

Salon Snob is LGBTQ+-owned. A full-service salon with color and extension skills is helpful if you want a transformation or a change that goes beyond a standard updo, and it is easy to book both partners together.

Preparing for a salon wedding appointment

Color and keratin treatments take time, so schedule them well before the wedding and ask for a plan. A common approach is color several weeks ahead, then a trial for the style. Ask how many appointments are needed and when to stop using new products.

Bring photos of your hairstyle, your headpiece or accessories and your outfit. Tell the stylist about the length of your hair and any past damage.

River North is a busy part of downtown Chicago, so plan for parking, transit and traffic when you arrange your morning. Ask whether the team can travel to your hotel or venue and how many people can be styled in one session. Confirm timing, deposit and cancellation policies in writing.