Weddings

My wife and I started this business with a desire to create a new meaning to barbering. Being newly married (2021), we both understand the stress and frustration that planning a wedding can bring. It is almost a right of passage for couples to go through this and forget to smell the roses along the way. Throughout this process it can be very easy to put yourself and your relationship on the back burner. We have been through this ourselves and that is why we are so passionate about providing a luxury service that brings relaxation to your special day, not stress. Bottom line is we are here for you. Whether that is just for your wedding day or providing you with luxury home-based grooming leading up to your big day, our goal is to give you peace of mind over one of the few things you can control for your wedding.

We invite you to try us out as either a gift to yourself or your future spouse, your groomsmen, or even as a well-thought-out gift from a guest to a future Mr. and Mrs.

So, What does Wedding Day Look Like with Caliber Barbering?

Our services are not wedding day restricted. Here are some common examples of when we can be booked:

  • Day of wedding

  • Wedding rehearsal

  • Groomsmen Party

  • Date of your choosing

Below are some logistics to keep in mind when considering us:

  • We offer a 10% discount for services booked Monday- Thursday

  • We require a $500 minimum to book with us, but please keep in mind that this includes a complementary home cut/ consultation cut for the groom 4-6 weeks before the event (valued at min of $100). Others may be added onto this for an additional cost. For further pricing questions, please contact us

  • Our barbers are licensed with the state of Illinois and each have several years of experience

  • We are highly selective when it comes to our barbers, both in their skill and customer service

  • We do not rush our haircuts or beard trims, so consequently our service requires time, but be assured, we are fast, skilled, and efficient. Please see below for more information

Our goal here at Caliber Barbering is to ensure that our services provide a feeling of luxury, expertise, and efficiency. On this page you will see detailed breakdowns of each aspect of our wedding day services.

We do not offer wedding packages but simply book based on the amount of services needed. This allows for the most streamlined pricing while ensuring everybody can experience Caliber Barbering equally. Due to the nature of our services, we charge a small additional fee if more than one barber is required. This is used to cover their travel expenses, equipment, and more. This occurs only if the amount of services requested or the time limit provided necessitates a second barber being present. More details can be found below. This fee will equate to only a few dollars more per cut.

If our wedding services are out of your budget, but you are still interested here are a few suggestions:

  • Consider scheduling a home cut for your groom or even a few groomsmen/father-ofs. This differs from our wedding services in a few ways. We offer less specialty services such as a portable towel warmer, bigger group sizes, customized gift bags, and scheduling flexibility. Because at Caliber we always strive to deliver our best, your cut quality will never differ. At the moment, home cuts are only available Wednesdays with some flexibility.

  • Consider using our services in lieu of a groomsmen gift

  • Your party members are likely to be scheduling haircuts for your event anyway. Ask us about collectively booking as a group to split the cost.

How Long Do Our Services Take?

Do you have a big group and are worried about time? Are you on a tight wedding day schedule?

Don’t worry, we understand how quickly time flies on wedding day and how best to prepare for that.

There is a rather wide range with our service time estimates due to the vast variability of styles and difficulty levels. The amount of time needed is dependent on the style requested, but we use this layout to give a general estimate. We build in a buffer period into every quote to compensate for a higher than average number of time-consuming cuts as well as any late comers. Barbers will set up and clean up outside of this estimate.

Rough service time estimates:

  • Haircuts: 20-45 minutes

  • Beard trims: 10-30 minutes

  • Straight Razor Shaves: 30 minutes

We will work with you closer to your day to figure out when is the best time to begin these services. Please note, there may be some flexibility limitations depending on your date of service.

The timely attendance of individuals is the responsibility of the client. Our utmost priority is to ensure the groom has ample time for his services. There does not need to be a rhyme or reason to who goes first nor do all individuals need to be present at the same time, however, due to time limitations, the barber cannot be kept waiting for the next individual. We recommend at least 2-3 individuals present and waiting at once. We are here to provide a unique service not to cause chaos or interfere with your big day.

When is a second barber required?

After 4.5 hours of work or 10 services, we would bring in a second barber. This would cut the service time in half and allow us to work more efficiently. There is a small fee that comes with this in order to pay for the second barber’s expenses. A second barber may also be available for weddings with very small time windows.

Where will these services take place?

Our service will take place at the location of your choice. We will bring all the supplies necessary (barber chair, lighting, barber stand…), and we ask our clients to bring themselves and a few friends. Our services can take place in your home, at your venue, hotel, or anywhere else you can think of. The only thing we require from our clients is ensure the space you provide for us fits the following criteria:

  • The space must have readily accessible electricity and a water source. This is an absolute must.

  • The space should be big enough to accommodate your entire group as well as our equipment. A 6ft x 6ft area would be our minimum requirement for equipment set-up.

    Please note: some venues will charge extra for commodities such as use of electricity. Caliber Barbering is not responsible for any of these miscellaneous charges.

Let’s Talk Equipment

Many hours of research and product testing have gone into perfecting the system that we use today

Our Innovative Vacuum and Clipper System

This system revolutionizes the standard haircut by heavily limiting the amount of hair that falls on your person. This vacuum system is what makes us so confident being able to service you on your wedding day. You do not need to be worried about hair falling and sticking onto your suit throughout the day or having to coordinate if you should get dressed before of after your cut, therefore providing more flexibility with your morning of timeline. We bring in a portable vacuum and back-up shop vac system that connects directly into our clipper system. As the clippers cut your hair, the vacuum will suction the loose hair into the collection unit for easy disposal. This heavily reduces any clean-up time as well as decreases the cutting time, overall making the day more efficient. There really are no downsides to this unit.

Our Portable Barber Chair

Our portable barber chair is not only comfortable, but convenient. Instead of having your hair cut on an uncomfortable kitchen stool you can have the luxurious experience of a barbershop in your own home or venue. Our chair is exactly like a normal barbershop chair, except it can be broken down and set up in less than two minutes.


The Timeline: From Booking to your Wedding Day

  • Book Your Event

    When you are ready to book, we require the following:

    • An estimate of how many individuals you will want serviced as well as how many haircuts and beard trims this will include

    • A date of service and estimated timeline for the day

    • A 50% non-refundable deposit based on your estimate

    • Assurance that you will coordinate an area for our services whether that be at your venue, hotel, or other.

  • The Consultation Cut

    Included with every package is a complementary consultation cut where your barber will travel to your home and set everything up as he would on the day of your wedding. This includes our portable barber chair and vacuum system. This consultation is your chance to share with the barber your vision for your wedding haircut as well as a chance for him to work with you on the best way to achieve that goal. This step is very important as we want to ensure you have the best cut of your life for your wedding. We recommend reserving this 4-6 weeks prior to your wedding.

    Note: If you are not quite ready to book and would like to try our services first, please contact us, and we will be happy to work something out

  • Finalizing Your Service Estimate

    After expressing interest in our services, we will reach out to you to schedule a phone consultation. When you are ready to schedule your event, we will send you necessary documents for you to inform us of how many service you would need and what type of services.

  • Wedding Day/ Service Date

    Our barbers will arrive anywhere from 15-30 minutes prior to the services start time to begin setting up and introduce himself to your group. The barber will then complete the scheduled services, pack, and clean up, leaving you to celebrate the best day of your life.

    Welcome to married life!

To all the brides or Type A personalities here is a personal note from my wife to you:

When you invest so much money, time, and passion for one beautiful, life-changing day, of course you want everything to be perfect! However, it is so easy to forget the little things, and sometimes they are what make all the difference. Take it from someone who has been there, you do not want any regrets or “I wish I would haves” when looking back on your wedding day. One of the easiest things to overlook are the haircuts. For the most part, everyone tends to be so focused on making sure the bride, the groom, and even the bridesmaids are put together that you forget about everyone else that will be in your forever photos–groomsmen, fathers, grandfathers, brothers, ring bearers, and so forth. I cannot tell you how many weddings I have been to or have seen pictures of where at least one groomsman stood out because of their appearance and constantly pulled my attention away from the bride and groom. Let's be real here, many men need and welcome help for special events like these. I would venture to say that for many of them a fresh haircut or beard trim is a last minute thought, and frankly, you do not know the quality you will receive by being “squeezed in” the day before. There is a difference between a standard routine haircut and a wedding/special event cut catered to look as picture perfect and pristine as possible. Hiring a wedding day barber is the perfect way to ensure that both your groom and all of the men surrounding him will be looking their best all the while gifting them a unique experience that will only add to the elegance of your wedding. Instead of drawing attention to themselves for looking unkempt, they will be part of exemplifying the bride and groom and their vision for their big day. 

If you are looking for a picture perfect day with no regrets or red sores in your very expensive images, we are just the option for you. If you are still on the fence, reach out, and let us show you why we are so passionate about what we do!

Wishing you all the happiness and peace in your future marriage, 

Sabrina Carter