Big event coming up? Whether it's a wedding, birthday celebration, formal, races, girls' night out or special dinner, getting ready is half the fun. From fresh hair and flawless brows to glowing skin and the perfect manicure, here's your ultimate beauty checklist to help you look and feel your best.

Start with your hair

Nothing completes a look quite like freshly styled hair. Whether you're after a sleek blow wave, soft curls, an updo or a fresh colour refresh, booking your appointment ahead of time means one less thing to worry about on the day.

Make a booking or see if there's a walk-in appointment available at:

• Zorba Hair
• Stefan
• S+S Hair & Beauty
• Price Attack
• Just Cuts
• Oscar Oscar Salons

Best for: Blow waves, cuts, colour, styling and treatments.

Frame your face with brows and lashes

Well-shaped brows and lifted lashes instantly elevate your look. Whether you prefer a tidy wax, precise threading, a tint or a brow lamination, a quick appointment can make all the difference.

Whether you go for a natural look, or you're all about the wow factor head to:

• Browco Brow & Lash Bar
• Brows N More
• Beauty Hub
• Sheza Beauty
• Winkbar

Best for: Brow shaping, tinting, threading and lamination.

Don't forget your nails

The finishing touch? Fresh nails. From timeless nudes and classic French tips to bold colours and intricate nail art, a manicure (and pedicure if you're wearing open-toe heels) is the perfect confidence boost.

• Sparkle Nails
• D Lux Beauty Nails & Co
• Nail Studio
• Beauty Hub
• CT Nails
• Nail Society
• Prestige Nail Bar
• Professor Nail

Best for: Gel manicures, BIAB, acrylics, pedicures and nail art.

Glow from head to toe

Want that sun-kissed look without the sun damage? A professional spray tan adds warmth and radiance, helping your outfit pop and your makeup blend beautifully. For the best results, book your tan one to two days before your event.

Book a session with Ella Baché.

Best for: Natural-looking, streak-free colour.

Finish with flawless makeup

Whether you're after soft glam, full glam or something in between, professional makeup can help you feel polished for every photo. Pair your makeup appointment with your hairstyle for the ultimate event-ready transformation.

• Myer
• Adore Beauty
• MECCA
• Chanel Fragrance & Beauty Boutique
• David Jones.

Best for: Weddings, formals, birthdays, corporate events and special occasions.

Ready, set, glow

Your dream beauty day starts here. Treat yourself, book in with your favourite beauty experts and enjoy the fun of getting event-ready—all in one place.

Because every great outfit deserves an equally great glow-up.

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