From Trial to Aisle: The No-Stress Bridal Spray Tan Schedule That Changes Everything
By Sarah Lincoln | Luxe Spray Tans & Shoppe
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Planning your wedding? Here’s exactly when to book your spray tan for stress-free, flawless results—from trial to aisle.
Because your tan should be the easiest thing on your wedding prep list.
Between the dress fittings, RSVP drama, and back-to-back bridal events, the last thing you should be stressing over is your spray tan.
That’s why I created a Bridal Spray Tan Timeline—to take the guesswork (and the panic) out of looking flawless for every photo-worthy moment… not just your wedding day.
In this post, I’ll walk you through:
When to schedule your Trial Tan
Why your Bachelorette/Bridal Shower Tan matters
Exactly when to book your Final Wedding Tan
Plus: Add-ons for moms, your fiancé, and the whole bridal crew
Because when you book this package, you're not just getting a tan—you’re knocking out multiple tasks with one appointment. And that, bride-to-be, is the ultimate power move.
⚠️ Before We Dive In—Let’s Talk About Who You Book
This part? Non-negotiable.
You wouldn’t use drugstore foundation on your wedding day.
So please don’t book a spray tan booth or a salon that pulls a “medium” bottle off the shelf and calls it bridal.
Your tan should be:
✅ Custom-blended to your unique skin tone + undertone
✅ Photographer-approved (no flashback, blotchiness, or weird hues)
✅ Applied by someone who understands color theory and skin prep science
💬 If you’re hovering over your photographer asking her to “just edit it so I look tan,” something went very wrong.
👀 What to Look For in a Bridal Spray Tan Artist:
Choose someone who:
✔ Mixes your color by hand (not machine)
✔ Considers your dress color, lighting, and event timeline
✔ Understands pH balance and how tans fade on different skin types
✔ Knows what DHA is—and how to use it right
✔ Doesn’t use the same formula on every single person
Even if you’re not local to me here in Bossier City, this blog will help you ask the right questions before you book.
Because let’s be honest—your wedding photos are forever, and a blotchy tan should never be part of the memory.
📆 Your Bridal Spray Tan Timeline
✨ 4–6 Weeks Before: The Trial Tan
We’ll test undertone, tone depth, and see how it fades in real life and on camera. It’s your no-pressure chance to dial in your perfect shade.
Feels like: Confidence locked in + one major thing crossed off your list.
✨ 2–3 Weeks Before: Bachelorette Party or Bridal Shower Tan
You’ll be in photos. You’ll want to feel good. You’ll probably be wearing white.
No need to panic the night before—we’ve already got your formula saved and ready to go.
Feels like: Knowing you’ll show up feeling yourself, without last-minute stress.
✨ 2–3 Days Before the Wedding: Final Wedding Tan
This is the one. I’ll time it perfectly for full development before your walk down the aisle. Your skin is prepped. Your formula is perfected. And your bridal energy? Flawless.
Feels like: Walking in like a calm, glowing main character.
👯♀️ Bonus: Add Tans for the Wedding Party
Whether it’s your mom, your bridesmaids, or your soon-to-be husband—adding them in makes the whole event feel even more polished.
(And your photos? Chef’s kiss.)
💬 Final Word: You Deserve a Tan That’s as Custom as Your Dress
This isn’t just about color—it’s about confidence, comfort, and knowing you’ll show up glowing in every sense of the word.
📅 Ready to plan your full bridal tan experience?
Tap here to book your bridal consultation →SCHEDULE IT NOW GIRL!
And if you’re a bride who wants her wedding prep to feel just a little easier… this is your sign!
