What time should hair and makeup start for a 4pm ceremony?

With a first look, plan hair & makeup around 9–10am. Without a first look, you may still start by 10am depending on wedding party size.

When should guests arrive for a 4pm ceremony?

Ask guests to arrive 15–30 minutes early — typically 3:30–3:45pm for a 4:00pm start.

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What time should hair and makeup start for a 4pm ceremony?: With a first look, plan hair & makeup around 9–10am. Without a first look, you may still start by 10am depending on wedding party size.
When should guests arrive for a 4pm ceremony?: Ask guests to arrive 15–30 minutes early — typically 3:30–3:45pm for a 4:00pm start.