Vanity Studios Reviews 2.155

The experience itself was enjoyable for the whole family, but the hard sell immediately afterward was disappointing & upsetting. There was no opportunity to step back and reconsider our choices, and when I requested to cancel within 24 hours, the request was refused. It’s very easy to get swept up in the moment during the session, which seems to be exactly what they rely on. Once you leave and have time to reflect, there is no flexibility to change your mind. It appears that your consumer right to cancel or reconsider is simply not acknowledged at Vanity Studios.

Amazing day and looked fabulous, we both enjoyed ourselves lots and amazing staff too.

The photographer Danny was very good.
I think more time could have been spent on make up and different hair styles. A special mention to Angie who was lovely.
The images are expensive especially when you only get digital for the price but overall a good experience

Great experience, photos of me and my family was perfect. This was a first time thing together and we loved it ❤️

I hand a lovely experience in the studio today. Not only was I obsessed with how well this team worked together but they were all completely kind and genuine with massive talent. They got the job done in a respectable amount of time, but didn’t make me feel rushed. Considering how much work and artistry goes into their business and how many people collaborate to give you a great product, their rates were reasonable. I recommend supporting these creatives if you can and allowing them to upgrade your image(s). I’ve only posted one and my
Hollywood friends are loving it! -Talyn E

Had the best time! The whole team is so welcoming and kind! It was my best experience getting headshots done! I’d 100% recommend

Purchased a voucher at the actor expo, booked it as soon as I could and got a date pretty quick !
They offer finance if you want to purchases extra photos which is a really nice alternative

We booked this as a fun experience for two mums and our three daughters, but unfortunately it turned out to be extremely disappointing.

On arrival we were briefly greeted and told to leave our coats and bags behind reception and sit down. After that there was almost no interaction from staff and no welcome drink or explanation of how the experience would run, which immediately made things feel quite unwelcoming.

When makeup started, I was concerned to see foundation and concealer being applied directly from the bottles using the same applicator across multiple clients’ faces, which didn’t seem hygienic. I had asked for light, natural makeup but was told it needed to be heavier for the camera lights. The result was very heavy and far from natural.

My daughter and the other girls also asked for light, natural makeup as they don’t normally wear any. Instead they were given very heavy looks, including dark eyeshadow brows. What made things particularly uncomfortable was that the makeup artist repeatedly told the girls that she was suffering with a bout of IBS. This felt very inappropriate to share, let alone with young teenagers, and made them quite uncomfortable.

The girls’ hair was curled which initially looked nice, but it didn’t hold for the photos and the straighteners appeared to be set extremely high as there was visible smoke coming off the hair while it was being styled.
Things became even more disorganised when my friend started having her makeup done. Halfway through, the receptionist shouted across the room telling the makeup artist to stop and move on to someone else because they were running late. This left my friend sitting there with only half her face done while they tried to sort it out.
Our booking confirmation said the experience would last around 120 minutes, so we planned our day around that as we had a show later in the afternoon. During the photoshoot we were then told the experience should actually take around four hours. After already waiting nearly two hours just for the shoot to start, we unfortunately had to leave to make our show and couldn’t stay to view the photos.
At that point we were bluntly told by reception that we would not get our £300 deposit back because we were leaving 30 minutes early, despite the delays being on their side.
Throughout the entire time we were there, not once were we offered a drink or any kind of hospitality.
Overall the whole experience felt rushed, poorly organised and very disappointing. What should have been a fun and special day for the girls ended up feeling stressful and uncomfortable, particularly with the inappropriate conversations about illness and the lack of professionalism from staff.

I will say that that the makeup and hair staff along with our photographer were nice and friendly.

I had the most wonderful experience at Vanity Studios with my mum! We both had our hair, makeup, and nails done, and everything was absolutely perfect. The complimentary drinks and snacks were a lovely touch. The makeup artists were friendly, professional, and made the whole process so enjoyable.

The highlight of our visit was definitely our photographer, Bernie — he made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera and captured some amazing shots. Everyone at Vanity Studios was welcoming and attentive, making the whole experience feel very special.

I would recommend Vanity Studios to anyone looking for a photoshoot experience.

The whole day was quite an experience. From the very reception we were met by a friendly, helpful team, eager to help every step of the way. There are nice refreshments available on the day which was very handy.
We were lucky to have Bernie as a photographer, and he made the shoot experience feel very relaxed and natural. Got plenty of great shots, would definitely recommend!

Vanity studios really made the most of our time by combining 3 of us in 1 shoot with multiple outfit changes. We received complimentary drinks alongside getting our hair and makeup done. The staff were lovely and our photographer was fabulous!!

We were welcomed by the lovely staff and recieved refreshments during our wait, the staff were attentive and really warm! The photographer made our family shoot really memorable and it was a delightful experience. We received outstanding customer service from Stefan!! He was a delight and really helped with our photo selection. Thank you to the Vanity Studio team for a memorable day out with the family!

We had such a fun afternoon! Everyone we encountered was fantastic, talented and so friendly. Hair and make up was excellent and the photographer really spent time getting the shots just right. The only downside was that they were running late and we had to wait an hour before getting started.

I participated in a photoshoot several years ago. While the photoshoot itself was acceptable, I was particularly uncomfortable with the aggressive tactics used to persuade me to purchase the photographs. They claimed that if I did not buy the pictures immediately, I could not purchase them later, which exerted significant pressure on me. Consequently, I paid a considerable amount of money . I deeply regret spending money on it. Therefore, I advise you not to let them impose such tactics on you as well.

Stephanie

This review is for anyone considering purchasing a special voucher for a make-over photoshoot through Vanity Studios and is based on our experience in January 2026.
Let’s start with the positives: the people doing the make-overs and photography were friendly and the session was fun for our 11 year old girls. There are private areas to get changed and it was a relaxed atmosphere.
Here are things to be aware of:
You may not have your shoot in the place shown on the flyer. The place we were sent to had a very odd smell and the toilets were revolting.
You may have to travel to a different site to view your photos.
You will experience a VERY strong and pushy sales pitch.
Communication with the company is extremely difficult.
You may have to threaten legal action to get your ‘refundable’ deposit back, or to get any reply at all! I strongly advise you to use a credit card if you purchase one of these vouchers so you can make a claim to get your money back if needed.
Summary: The session was fun and the photos lovely but the environment was not pleasant. If you’re planning on spending lots of money, I’m sure they would treat you like royalty, but if not then you’re better off avoiding them. There are plenty of companies that treat all clients with good customer service regardless of how much you plan to spend. Overall I would not recommend.

I gifted a shoot to my parents in honour of their birthdays this year! My parents had previously used Vanity Studios for another shoot. But this was my first experience. I asked the studio if I could join my parents for a few pictures on the day and they were so accommodating.

The staff were all so welcoming and friendly. Really put me at ease from the moment I arrived. The receptionist even came to help me unload the car. There were plenty of tea, coffee and healthy refreshments available too throughout the day. The hair and makeup were so on point. They even do your nails for you if you haven’t already done them.

Our photographer Matteo was so good! Super talented and really spent a good amount of time getting individual shots, couple shots and then family shots with different backgrounds and poses. He made sure our hair, jewellery and outfits all looked perfect before taking the shots.
He was so enthusiastic and upbeat that it really helped us all feel comfortable. He took some amazing pictures!

Highly recommend Vanity Studios!

From him - We'd like to thank Vanity Studios for making our Valentine day a truly special day. From the moment we got to the studio and met the staff we were warmly greeted and receipted, all throughout our stay with you we were made to feel comfortable and vitalised throughout our experience, we haven't done anything like this before and we truly gave it our best effort from finding the right styles that we felt best reflected us to exploring more adventurous outfits ( the Black Panther and Nakia). It's funny given that we planned this almost 1 year ago wondering if we'd ever pull it off. I've got to say my lady blew me away in some of her stunning shoots and I guess that's what we take away from this experience seeing ourselves like we've never seen ourselves before and all the memories and the journey that got us here.

From her- James (aka Danny, I kept calling him jame lol ) the photographers talent behind the camera was honestly incredible. Not only did he take beautiful photos, but the way he guided us on how to stand and pose made a huge difference. He has a real gift for bringing out the very best that reflects in the final pics. His direction, eye for detail, and encouragement completely transformed the final result. He can make anyone look like a million dollars. He has true skill and artistry.

One of my man’s outfits were Bond-inspired, and James again lol, the photographer, truly gave him a real 007 moment. He captured the shot with such skill — full of mystery, confidence, and authenticity. My man looked magical. It came out incredibly striking and attractive, like a cinematic still rather than just a photo. The mood, the pose, the lighting — everything worked together perfectly. An absolute standout shot.

From us - We just want truly say. Thank you Vanity Studios. Take care and stay blessed 🙏🏾

Myself and my 3 daughters had a lovely afternoon at vanity studios.
When we arrived the studio was very busy. We were taken for hair and make up & Helen (make up) & Shalene (hair) were lovely & made us feel relaxed & treated.
We had to wait a while for our photo shot but when we went downstairs Erica was fantastic and made us feel relaxed and not rushed. We were at least an hour having our photos taken before heading up to Chevaughn who showed us through our photos. We weren’t pressurised and Chevaughn left is while we worked out what package we wanted to go for.
The girls loved the experience and we were all made to feel special.

I took my three daughters for their Christmas treat. We were looked after by all the friendly staff, the make up and hair girls were amazing. Our photographer made our day! He was full of ideas and put us completely at ease. The pics were truly amazing. It was a thoroughly enjoyable day.

After a 20-minute conversation with an extremely persistent (but friendly) salesperson on the street, I spent £79.99 on a promotional voucher for a photoshoot for myself and a friend.

The positives: Most of the staff we interacted with were friendly. My friend's hair was styled gorgeously. Our photographer was the highlight, as he clearly explained what was in store, gave us great guidance, and made us feel comfortable.

The negatives: On the day of the photoshoot, my friend and I were greeted and asked to sit down and wait (circa. 20-30 mins) without further explanation. This was the only time that we were offered a drink, despite the promise of complimentary prosecco (we eventually resorted to awkwardly serving ourselves in the kitchen). I was disappointed by the quality of the nail-painting, as my nail polish started to chip significantly the same day. I was also disappointed by the quality of the hair styling and felt that the makeup was cakey and just didn't feel like 'me' at all. When I vocalised my apprehension, I was reassured it wouldn't show on the end photos (alas, it did). Across all of the styling, our experience felt rushed and impersonal - generally, it felt like the stylists did not take much time to guide us or gather our preferences. Our photographer suggested a grey background for our photos, which we planned to use as corporate profile pictures, but the background showed up as black - a pretty intense and solemn vibe for LinkedIn.

The most egregious part was at the end, when we were taken to a room to view our photos. The costs of purchasing additional photos on top of the inclusive photo were exorbitant. A very eager and persistent staff member rapidly insisted that we purchase additional photos immediately - initially suggesting their cheapest package of around £350-400 (from memory). I've learned exactly how spineless I am, because I spent an extra £200 on THREE photos that I don't even like or intend to use anywhere. My regret was immediate (and non-refundable, of course). I'm an idiot.

It was unhelpful to find out only after purchase that we would have received a complimentary photo upon leaving a 5-star review on TrustPilot (could that explain some of the 5-star reviews here?).

I wish I could say that, despite not being happy with my photos, I at least had a fun time being girly with my friend. Instead, I just felt disappointed for most of its duration and supremely guilty for subjecting her to this experience.

The staff were friendly and helpful throughout, from the sales rep, bookings, hair and makeup, photographer to the final sales guy.
We had the first slot of the day, and this was great because we did not have to wait, but also did not feel rushed.
We had 120 photos taken of the three of us. A nice mix of singles, pairs and group.
Was a fun experience, with some nice family photos, however the cost of the packages are too expensive for the quality of the final product.