Jenna Buck’s mobile salon helps brides prep on location for their big day. Photos: Allison Hopperstad
Hair stylist Jenna Buck created a mobile salon by transforming a fishing house.
After 10 years in the business, wedding hair stylist Jenna Buck has prepared brides for their walk down the aisle in all sorts of circumstances, and too often she found herself in cramped, dark spaces, searching frantically for enough outlets and a mirror with decent lighting. She wanted to give brides—and their bridal parties—a better experience as they prepped for one of the most memorable days of their lives, so she found a solution in the form of a fishing house.
Buck, who grew up in Burnsville, worked with a custom ice house builder to create Jb’s Beauty Room, a mobile salon that’s big enough to accommodate eight to 10 guests, plus a hair stylist and makeup artist. “It’s like stepping into peace,” Buck says of her salon, which includes a styling station and a spot to apply makeup with large mirrors and good lighting. “You get away from the chaos for a bit and relax.”
In addition to the hair and makeup stations, Jb’s Beauty Room also includes bench seating and a couch, so there’s plenty of places for guests to hang out and keep the bride company, as well as a mini fridge and a beverage station for Mimosas and coffee. When the weather is accommodating, Buck sets up a small bistro table outside the door. “It’s bright and welcoming and charming and fun,” she says.
The beauty room comes in handy at outdoor weddings and nontraditional venues, and it’s also allowed Buck to start working with brides on hair and makeup before they get to their venue, even providing a space to change if they can’t get into a bridal suite in time for pictures.
In addition to weddings, Buck has also brought out Jb’s Beauty Room for birthday parties, girls’ nights, prom preparation, bachelorette parties and photo shoots.
Wedding Day Hair Tip
“When it comes to your wedding day, your hairstyle should be an enhanced version of the style that makes you feel most like yourself,” says Jenna Buck, owner of Jb’s Beauty Room. “Choosing a bridal look that aligns with your everyday style ensures that you’ll feel comfortable and confident on your special day. It’s important to remember that your wedding is about celebrating your love and being your true self. If you usually wear your hair in loose waves, an elevated, polished version of that will feel more natural than a style that you’ve never worn before. The same goes for sleek ponytails, effortless updos or any look that you may wear daily. By choosing a hairstyle that resonates with your personal style, you’ll not only look stunning, but you’ll also feel authentically beautiful and at ease throughout the day.”
Jb’s Beauty Room
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