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Hair & Flair
FOR fAIRES, fESTIVALS AND PRIVATE pARTIES
From enchanted Renaissance Braids to glimmering hair tinsel,
Braids & Sparkles brings timeless beauty to your modern-day adventures
Renaissance Faire, Festival & Event Hair Services
Wilmington, DE & the Northeast
Braids & Sparkles provides professional, on-site hair braiding and fairy hair services for Renaissance Faires, festivals, weddings, and private parties throughout Wilmington, Delaware and the Northeast region. From historically inspired braids to playful sparkle styles, we bring a little magic to every event.
Our Hair Services
Renaissance Faire Hair Braiding
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Authentic, time-period Renaissance braids
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Viking, Celtic, and medieval-inspired styles
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Designed for all ages and faire settings
Festival & Event Hair Styling
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Festival braids and colorful hair extensions
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Fairy hair / hair tinsel application
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Fast, high-impact styles perfect for high-volume events
Wedding Hair Services
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On-location hair styling for brides and bridal parties
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Boho, romantic, and whimsical braid styles
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Ideal for outdoor, beach, and non-traditional weddings
Private Parties & Special Events
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Girls’ nights and ladies’ weekends
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Birthday parties and celebrations
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Corporate events and themed gatherings
Where We Work
Braids & Sparkles proudly serves:
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Wilmington, DE
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Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland
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Renaissance Faires and festivals throughout the Northeast
Travel is available for larger events and multi-day bookings.
Book Hair Services for Your Event
Whether you’re planning a Renaissance Faire, festival, wedding, or private party, Braids & Sparkles delivers professional hair styling with a magical touch.
👉 Scroll down to book your event or inquire about availability.
where you can find us making people beautiful
2027 Tentative Schedule
May Cape May Renaissance Faire, Cape May New Jersey
May - June New Jersey Renaissance Faire, Columbus NJ
September Bucks County Renaissance Faire, Doylestown PA
August - October w/Braiding Elegance at Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
October Seawitch Festival, Rehoboth DE
October - November Delaware Renaissance Faire, Townsend DE
Services
Renaissance Faire, Festival & Event Hair Services
Wilmington, DE & the Northeast
Braids & Sparkles provides professional, on-site hair braiding and fairy hair services for Renaissance Faires, festivals, weddings, and private parties throughout Wilmington, Delaware and the Northeast region. From historically inspired braids to playful sparkle styles, we bring a little magic to every event.
Our Hair Services
Renaissance Faire Hair Braiding
-
Authentic, time-period Renaissance braids
-
Viking, Celtic, and medieval-inspired styles
-
Designed for all ages and faire settings
Festival & Event Hair Styling
-
Festival braids and colorful hair extensions
-
Fairy hair / hair tinsel application
-
Fast, high-impact styles perfect for high-volume events
Private Parties & Special Events
-
Girls’ nights and ladies’ weekends
-
Birthday parties and celebrations
-
Corporate events and themed gatherings
Where We Work
Braids & Sparkles proudly serves:
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Wilmington, DE
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Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland
-
Renaissance Faires and festivals throughout the Northeast
Book Hair Services for Your Event
Whether you’re planning a Renaissance Faire, festival, wedding, or private party, Braids & Sparkles delivers professional hair styling with a magical touch.
👉 Scroll down to book your event or inquire about availability.
Services
Melissa Stansell,
Owner & Braid Artist
Hi, I’m Melissa, braid artist, sparkle enthusiast, and the hands behind Braids & Sparkles.
I’ve been doing hair for 37 years, and these days you’ll find me braiding at Renaissance faires and festivals up and down the East Coast, and at the occasional party. I love the magic of a good faire: the costumes, the crowds, and the moment someone looks in the mirror and feels like they stepped into another world.
I’m also the founder of Storywell Partners, where I help Renaissance vendors and other small businesses tell their story and get found online with social media marketing that fits real life. After years of running my own booth, I know what it takes to stand out in a crowded festival season.
I’m a proud special needs mom and a multi-stream entrepreneur, building businesses that are flexible, family-centered, and full of heart. Beauty and business should both be a little bit enchanting.
Bronwen DuHadaway
Braid Artist
Bronwen joined the Braids & Sparkles team for the 2026 season, and she fit right in. A retired French teacher from Wilmington, she brings the same warmth and patience to the faire that she brought to her classroom. When she’s not at an event, you’ll probably find her crocheting something cozy, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or rolling dice at a Dungeons & Dragons table. She loves a good story, which makes her a natural at a Renaissance festival.