Leena Hari’s Bridal Studio, where luxury meets value

Team with Leena Hariram 

With the ever-growing nature of social media, one thing is clear – aesthetics are everything. Weddings and occasions require the finest quality service in order to make the experience one where everyone can look their best, and Leena Hari’s Bridal Studio will offer just that.

Catering to the needs of the Sri Lankan public, the salon will offer an array of beauty and wellness experiences for every occasion. From exclusive treatments to high-end products from some of the world’s most innovative beauty brands, this luxury bridal studio is creating a new standard for salons in Colombo. 

This will all be headed by the illustrious Leena Hari, who has been at the forefront of the Sri Lankan beauty industry for many years, being praised as one of the most influential make-up artists on the island. Known for her unique, adventurous and innovative make-up techniques, Leena is extending her originality and ambition into this avant-guarde salon on Edmonton Road, Colombo 5.

Throughout her long and illustrious career in some of the top salons in the country, Leena has earned many distinctions, winning many national and international awards in high definition makeup, bridal and party makeovers, as well as her evening looks.

She emphasises, “Makeup is something that has to come from within. It’s a passion and you need to dedicate yourself to it.” Nevertheless, Leena’s expertise has always been with bridal beauty. In the past, when dealing with her bride clients, Leena would always end up sending them around to other places for their various beauty needs, and more often than not they were not happy with the outcome. Thus, Leena decided to make her own salon one where all a bride’s needs would be met – offering full bridal pampering sessions and treatments done in a one-stop-shop; thereby bringing together beauty, hair, nail and make-up together for a truly holistic experience. 

To provide this top-quality service, Leena has brought together a team of staff, all experts in different fields to help run this beauty powerhouse. Kevin Vantwest will be joining the team as the head hairstylist, overlooking all hair treatments done in the salon. Anne Vantwest will be joining as their nail technician, Petula Nissanka and Anne as the beauticians. 

When it comes down to the look of the bride, Leena herself will be deciding on a cohesive style. The expert stylists and technicians are always on hand to offer customers a fresh, sleek cut, facials, eyelash extensions, a new colour to express themselves better, a blow-dry for that dramatic look, or even just a mani-pedi to get into that self-care mood. Essentially, Leena’s services extend to a much wider range that will suit your every occasion – not just for your wedding. 

The ground floor follows this rustic theme with the varnished wooden floors and various plants at every glance; maintaining this homely aesthetic. Meanwhile, the first floor will dazzle the eyes with its gorgeous pastel theme that is very welcoming and mellow. Blush sofas, decor, and a wall covered by frames add to the modern feel that makes a beauty appointment less stressful and more like an afternoon with good girlfriends. These decor choices will also offer some great photo shoots, as Leena also ensures that brides can also take their ‘getting ready’ shots for their wedding album as a part of the bridal package. 

Leena highlights: “Having my own salon is the biggest dream come true. The idea behind the whole concept is to give my clients the luxury service to feel pampered and fabulous when they walk out of the salon.” 

Essentially, the definition of luxury has evolved; luxury is no longer synonymous with being exorbitant or exclusive. At Leena’s salon, it has all moved beyond high price points and labels and now revolves around the uniqueness of the experience and pleasure gained from the service. At Leena’s salon, they care about first impressions and take care in creating a bond of trust with the clientele; and from their service to their decor, Leena only hopes to provide the best.