Kira McClenaghan @parla.hair
The Bridal Hair Club Podcast
The Bridal Hair Club Podcast is your weekly dose of real talk for bridal hairstylists. Hosted by Kira McClenaghan aka @parla.hair, we cover hair techniques, pricing, boundaries, client experience, and all the business stuff nobody taught us in beauty school. If you’re ready to raise your rates, attract dream brides, and stop doing this alone, start the car and let’s grow your bridal biz together.
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Kira McClenaghan @parla.hair
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Mar 21, 2026
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Episodes
13. Imposter Syndrome 21.03.2026 21:07
Sorry for keeping you hanging the last couple weeks 😅 — but this one’s worth the wait. In this episode, we’re talking about imposter syndrome. The kind that shows up right before a wedding morning. The kind that whispers you’re not good enough… that you’re doing something wrong… that everyone else has it figured out except you. Because the goal isn’t to never feel it again. The goal is to recogni...
12. Every System That Keeps My Bridal + Education Brands Running 28.02.2026 29:59
Everyone sees the wedding mornings, the reels, and the finished styles… but none of that works without what’s happening behind the scenes. And spoiler alert: NO ONE HAS IT ALL FIGURED OUT! In this episode, I’m opening up the full operations side of my business — both my bridal hairstyling company and my education platform — and walking you through the exact systems, programs, and support that keep...
11. My Styling Flow 20.02.2026 39:01
This week I’m doing something a little different. I’m walking you through my styling flow — the mental roadmap I run every single time someone sits in my chair. Not the hairstyle itself… the decisions behind it. Because honestly? Most stylists don’t struggle with ability . They struggle with order of operations . In this episode I’m breaking down: how I assess the hair before I even plug in a hot...
10. Inclusive Beauty & Bookings 13.02.2026 45:00
In this episode of The Bridal Hair Club Podcast, I’m chatting with Cate (@catehairmakeup on IG), a Colorado-based bridal hair and makeup artist who’s traveling for weddings, building trust with her clients, and leading with inclusivity. We dive into: Serving the LGBTQIA+ community with intention and care Creating a signature style that attracts the right brides Consultation strategies that build i...
9. Stop Letting Other Artists Decide Your Prices 06.02.2026 19:23
Pricing is back on the table — because honestly, it never really leaves 😅 In this episode, I’m revisiting pricing after a reel unexpectedly popped off and opened up a lot of opinions. I’m sharing a transparent look at my 2027 pricing , how I arrived there, and the actual factors that went into those numbers — not vibes, not comparison, not internet noise. We’re also talking about one of the bigge...
8. The One Where I Share My Best Advice 23.01.2026 20:22
In this episode, I’m sharing my best pieces of advice for fellow bridal hair and makeup artists — the stuff you only learn after years of wedding mornings. From hiding the AC remote in the bridal suite, to figuring out the best place to park, I’m dishing the dirt I wish I could’ve told my younger self… so now I’m telling you. If you want smoother mornings, fewer headaches, and more confidence walk...
7. The One Where I Share My Biggest Blunders 09.01.2026 26:54
In this episode, I’m getting very real and pulling back the curtain on a few moments I’d honestly love to forget… but learned the most from: The worst negative review I’ve ever received from a bride The time I showed up with the wrong hair extensions and had to problem-solve FAST And my ongoing struggle with budgeting… because apparently I like to learn things the hard way No perfectly curated hig...
6. New Year, New Goals… Same Comparison Spiral? 02.01.2026 31:36
January always sounds inspiring. New year. New goals. New energy. But let’s be real—this time of year can feel heavy, especially when everyone’s posting their 2025 highlight reels and you’re… in your slow season. In this episode, I’m chatting about how to: Keep moving toward your goals without burning yourself out Protect your peace when comparison creeps in Stay productive during a slower booking...
5. Second Artists + Small Bookings — Let’s Talk Solutions 26.12.2025 21:26
This week, we’re following up exactly where we left off in Episode 4. Last week was very “let’s complain and commiserate” — today is all about what we can actually do when a bride asks to add a second artist on a small booking. Because yes… the “your paycheck being cut in half” analogy is real — and I’m breaking down what I meant by that, why it happens, and how to prevent it moving forward. Insid...
4. Bridal Red Flags, Early Start Time Fees & Wedding Day Chaos 19.12.2025 44:09
Business bestie Rebecca Rose Beauty is on the pod—and fair warning, we laugh a lot in this one. We’re breaking down some of our biggest bridal red flags , sharing our unfiltered takes on early start time fees , getting ready in hotel rooms , and swapping a few of our funniest + most unhinged wedding day stories from behind the scenes. If you’re a bridal hairstylist or makeup artist who’s ever thou...
3. Brides Have Changed… Your Workflow Should Too 12.12.2025 24:08
Brides aren’t checking email the way they used to… but they are checking Instagram 24/7. Let’s talk about the new era of brides, how they want to communicate, and how to tweak your booking flow so you stop losing inquiries in junk mail. I’m giving you my exact pre-booking workflow + the secret weapon inside the Club that writes it all for you. Psssst if you want access to the club, all you gotta d...
1. Starting Before You’re Ready (Even Without a Car) 05.12.2025 16:48
In this episode, we talk about the early days of lugging kit bags, figuring out rides to weddings, saying yes before I had a system, and building confidence one messy trial at a time. If you’re out here trying to make this bridal biz work without everything perfectly set up, you’re not alone. There are always solutions, and they usually start with asking for help, getting creative, and refusing to...
2. How to Know What to Charge 05.12.2025 21:27
We’re getting real about pricing today — the numbers and the nerves behind them. I’m sharing how I went from guessing my prices based on what everyone else was charging… to confidently owning my rates, knowing my expenses, and building pricing that feels good long-term. We’ll talk about market research, why you can raise your prices literally any time, and the difference between a la carte and pac...
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