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Enhance Customer Experience & Drive Business Success | appsYouu

Introducing your personalized customer app, designed specifically for salons. This user-friendly platform keeps your services front and center, allowing clients to easily book appointments and access their treatment history. With automated booking, timely push notifications for promotions, and a seamless interface, you’ll enhance customer satisfaction and drive business growth.

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Need of Improving Page Speed to Drive Website Bookings 

If you have a website and you are worried by the question of how to increase the online sales or queries conversions into sales then you need to work on increasing the page traffic, which is possible if you have a page that loads just at a blink of eye. Users visiting a page always look for a page that loads faster and does not consume time. Consequently, there arises a need of working on the strategies of increasing the website traffic and  a SEO work that can help to rank your page on the top. Improving page speed is crucial in the digital world, particularly when trying to increase website bookings. Businesses can create a digital environment that not only draws in users but also keeps them coming back by optimizing page speed, which eventually leads to increased website. In the current blog we will have understanding about the need of improving the page speed for better results. 

Increasing website bookings and improving user experience both depend on faster pages. Not only does a quicker website increase user satisfaction, but it also improves search engine rankings. 

Here are some practical strategies to improve page speed and promote more reservations: 

Optimizing Images: 

A website with heavy loading pictures will take excessive time to load and process. So, the best way out is to optimize the images. To minimize file size without sacrificing quality, compress and optimize your images. Make use of lazy loading and image formats such as Web to load images only when they enter the user's viewport. If you are not much aware of how to optimize images you can go for website design services and get it done for the expert professionals.

Put Content Delivery Networks (CDN) to use: 

To distribute the static content of your website across servers located all over the world, make use of a CDN. By doing this, latency is decreased, and users are guaranteed to be able to access resources from a server physically closer to them. 

JQuery, CSS, and HTML should be minified: 

Removing whitespace and superfluous characters from code is known as minification. In order to speed up loading times, minify your HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files. 

Turn on Compression: 

By opting for compression, we can make the page load faster. Scripts, style sheets, and web pages can all be made smaller by turning on Gzip or Brotli compression on your server. Downloading and rendering compressed files takes less time. 

Reduce the amount of HTTP requests made: 

Another factor responsible for the slowing downloading speed is the amount of HTTP requests made. So, to cut down on HTTP requests, minimize the amount of elements on a page, including scripts, stylesheets, and images. Use sprites for small images and combine multiple files into one. 

Web Browser Caching: 

Let visitors' devices to store static files by enabling browser caching. Consequently, load times are greatly reduced as repeat users are spared from having to download the same resources.  An expert team of Web development solutions can make your job easier. You can also outsource some SEO team for working on this. 

Decrease the Response Time of the Server: 

Improve server response time through database query optimization, hosting upgrades, and the use of caching techniques. Overall page speed is greatly influenced by a faster server response time. 

Set priorities: 

Load content above the fold first priority. Important information should be visible to users without making them wait for the full page to load. Asynchronous loading and critical CSS can aid in this. 

Enhance the Code: 

Make your website's code clean and optimized. Eliminate white spaces, comments, and extra characters. Make sure your code is streamlined and effective by using tools and best practices. 

Get Asynchronous Loading Working: 

Asynchronously load scripts that are not necessary. In addition to speeding up rendering overall, this stops scripts from preventing other elements on the page from loading. 

Adaptive Web Architecture: 

These days mobile phones are frequently used by the users. Make sure the mobile version of your website is responsive. Always test the working of the website on the mobile phone as well. Mobile friendliness is taken into account by Google when ranking pages, and responsive design enhances the viewing experience across a range of devices. 

Track and Examine Results: 

It is crucial to track and timely examine the results, it can be done using resources like Lighthouse, GTmetrix, or Google PageSpeed Insights, keep a regular eye on the functionality of your website. Determine what needs to be optimized and where improvements can be made. 

Enhance Back links: 

Use of redirects should be minimized, especially if they are not needed. The time it takes for a page to load increases with each redirect, which affects overall speed. 

Put Browser Hints into Practice: 

To tell browsers to make early connections to important third-party domains and fetch important resources ahead of time, use pre-connect, pre-fetch, and preload hints. 

Examine Scripts from Third Parties: 

Examine and evaluate how third-party scripts affect the loading time of your website. To avoid them slowing down the first page render, use them sparingly or use asynchronous loading. 

To reiterate it can be argued that for increasing your page traffic and business you need to opt for the above-given tactics and strategies. By putting these tactics into practice, you can drastically increase page speed, giving users a more seamless and pleasurable experience and raising the possibility that website traffic will result in reservations. Keep an eye on and make updates to your website's functionality to keep up with evolving user demands and technological breakthroughs. A quicker website is directly related to a better user experience, which encourages prospective clients to interact with the services and content more easily. Users are more likely to leave websites that load slowly when their attention spans are shorter, which negatively impacts conversion rates and, in turn, the booking process. Not only can a quick and responsive website draw in more visitors, but it also improves search engine rankings and increases discoverability. Furthermore, users expect immediate results and satisfaction in an era where online bookings and transactions are common. So, work on increasing the page loading

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GlowUp App - Your Gateway to Seamless Salon & Spa Bookings in Mumbai

In the heart of Mumbai's vibrant tapestry, where beauty and bustling life intertwine, finding the perfect salon or spa can sometimes feel like a quest. Recognizing the unique challenges of this dynamic city, GlowUp, the premier salon and spa booking app, steps in to redefine your beauty journey. Let's explore how GlowUp is reshaping the way Mumbaikars book their salon and spa appointments.

Unlocking Mumbai's Beauty with GlowUp:

Mumbai, a city that never sleeps, deserves beauty services that match its rhythm. GlowUp serves as the answer, offering a curated selection of Mumbai's top salons and spas. It ensures that every beauty enthusiast finds an establishment that aligns with their style and preferences.

Key Features of GlowUp:

Diverse Salon Selection:

GlowUp is more than a booking app; it's a discerning curator of Mumbai's beauty hotspots. Whether you're in search of a cutting-edge hair studio or a tranquil spa retreat, GlowUp connects you with places that match your aesthetic aspirations.

Intuitive Booking Process:

Convenience is paramount in Mumbai, and GlowUp understands that. The app boasts a user-friendly interface, making the booking process seamless. Navigate through a variety of services, choose your preferred time, and confirm your appointment with just a few taps.

Tailored Beauty Services:

Recognizing the uniqueness of each user, GlowUp offers a spectrum of beauty services tailored to diverse needs. From intricate hair treatments to indulgent spa rituals, Mumbai residents can explore and book experiences that resonate with their unique style.

Real-time Availability:

In a city that operates at lightning speed, GlowUp ensures that your beauty appointments align with your schedule. Real-time availability updates empower users to secure appointments at their convenience, eliminating the uncertainty of traditional bookings.

Join the GlowUp Movement in Mumbai:

GlowUp is not just a service; it's a movement reshaping how Mumbaikars approach beauty. With an ever-expanding network of salons, intuitive features, and a commitment to redefining convenience, GlowUp invites you to be a part of this beauty revolution.

Conclusion: 

In a city where innovation meets tradition, GlowUp stands out as a beacon of convenience and elegance. Download the GlowUp app today to unlock a world of beauty tailored to Mumbai's spirit - where every booking is an opportunity to enhance your unique charm in the bustling rhythm of the city.

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organize your week like this to be closer to the best version of yourself

i interpret the process of becoming our best version as climbing a ladder, on each step, we learn something new that serves us, and the next we complement it with something new, and so on until we reach the end and after many small habits we have become that version we wanted to be. little by little we are learning and although sometimes it is complicated to climb because of the adversities that may arise we can always take up the path again and put into practice what we have learned. that said, today i want to share a method that i have created to organize our habits and thus fulfill them more effectively and feel motivated. in this post i will only present some examples, you have to apply it to your own situation and my recommendation is to start now even with small habits that will be the ones that will lead you to success. i recommend that you try it for this week and write down your results, if it has worked for you keep using this "organization method" and adding new habits or increasing its time.

organize by categories.

create groups to categorize the habits you want to implement in your life, for example like this (the habits are examples, use your own)

🌿 health (body and nutrition)

10 minutes of exercise every day

30 minutes of walking every day

drink a lot more water

start eating consciously

one self-care day a week, for example on friday. we can take this day more relaxed and take more care of ourselves, dedicate more time to our personal and mental care.

do massage with the quartz roller and gua sha

make an appointment for nails, hairdresser, spa, eyelashes or even go to a coffee shop with yourself.

use a face mask and hair mask

🌿 personal growth

read 10 pages a day

listen to personal growth podcasts or audiobooks (choose one and listen to it all week long)

choose an affirmation and write it down every day

record in a diary or an app your mood and what you did during the day.

create a to-do list of what you will do for the day (the night before)

choose a video of affirmations and listen to it every day at a time that suits you best

🌿 studies

study about what you are studying or training for.

dedicate e.g. 20-30 minutes each day to study or review.

study a new language, 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week.

🌿 hobbies

1 - 2 hours to what you enjoy doing (depends on the day and your schedule)

you can write down in a notebook the groups you want to choose for yourself and then the habits you are going to implement, even if they are very small, for example 5 minutes of daily exercise, that is a good start.

to stay focused and not fall into old habits we can also replace the old habits with new ones that we want to implement in this way.

old habit: too much time on instagram new habit: reading or listening to an audiobook while i take a walk. or even just 15 minutes of social media a day.

other examples:

drinking soda or alcoholic beverages > drinking a lot more water and starting to drink natural juices.

watch a lot of series on netflix (or any streaming platform) > read or listen to podcasts/audiobooks that nourish my mind.

overthinking, worrying > meditating for about 5 minutes

lying in bed without doing anything > organizing my room

think in negative > think about the things you would like to happen to you

other tips to connect with your best version

write in your diary how you would act, be and what habits your best version would have. this will give you clarity about what you want and you will feel closer to that because you will know how to act.

establish small habits to start with and take it as a kind of game or test during this week. don't push yourself too hard.

at times when you don't know how to act or react, think about how your best version would act and what it would do.

write down things you are proud of or would like to be proud of.

if you are easily distracted or do not know what to do at any given moment, set alarms to know what to do at that moment.

if you use social media a lot, set a limit of use.

choose habits that you know you will be able to do easily, that will make you gain confidence and little by little establish those habits in which you have procrastinated or which are more difficult for you.

think big, open yourself to the possibilities that life offers you every day and keep a positive attitude towards any situation.

apps i recommend: habit: it serves to keep track of your habits and also get organized, it's a kind of to-do list. daylio: you can record your mood, what you did during the day and your habits, it also allows you to write and add photos. it is very complete, it can be used as a digital diary. notion: to get organized.

duolingo: if you want to learn a language a few minutes a day will be enough. i learned a lot of grammar in english thanks to this, which works if you practice daily.

and as always my blog is about this and there will be many more related posts in addition to the existing ones, all to be our best version 🤍 in fact if you try it i would love to know your results.

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Right Timing | Charles Leclerc

Notes: 11k words of Charles and y/n pinning for each other…your all (hopefully) going to love it xx

this is my first post in about 6 months and I'm so happy to be back! thank you all for the continuous love and support I fucking love this app. this fic hasn't been proof read but oh well, ignore some spelling mistakes, sorry. anyways... ENJOY!!!

Blurb: One where you have a huge crush on your best friend's brother, the one and only charles leclerc, since you were a teenager, with him continuously telling you he was too old for you and you had no chance. You eventually gave up hope and moved on. But did charles? (Best friends brother troop/ slight enemy’s to lovers troop/ Older boy and younger girl)

Warnings: lots of angst, crying, sad y/n and sad Charles. lots of arguments and slight nsfw? but not really. Small age gap.

11.1k words

Arthur leclerc, your best friend since nursery… Your favourite partner in crime, your favourite laugh on a bad day, your favourite person in the whole wide world. Best to be described as home, your comfort person. He was the voice within reason, all that was right in the world. 

He's your best friend.

Y/n y/l/n, she was truly and utterly his favourite thing about the world. He counts his lucky stars he has her to help him carry his weight. Y/n was the only person Arthur let visit him when his dad died, and in his books, that made her alright. Sure she would make him want to scream and cry and punch walls, especially with her choice in men. But Arthur was always there for her, when she needed to laugh or to cry he knew what it was she needed at any given moment, he could read her like she was his favourite book. 

She was his best friend. 

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How it started:

A little girl with puffy red cheeks sat at the bottom of the nursery playground. Her legs crossed on the green summer time grass as she sniffled again, gently plucking a daisy for the ground before adding it to the daisy chain she was making. She liked to say she enjoyed her own presence, but truly she was distracting herself from the lack of company. With the other young girls teasing her for her wild curly hair, she willingly chose to be sat on the grass of the playground alone.

“Hey! Can you teach me how you did that? I wanna make one for my mum!”

And with no regard for her personal space he sat down next to her on the grass, squashing half of her daisy chain, but she didn't tell him that.

He didn't care that she was crying or that she had poofy hair or that she was even a girl, he was eager to learn her talents and carry on with his lunch break.

But when Arthur noticed the signs that the girl was rather shy and sad he thought he would stay with her for the rest of lunch, keep her company.

Little did she know this company wasn't going anywhere any time soon.

And at age five, the pair promised to be friends for life.

It didn't take long for them to get their mothers talking, and after that it was set in stone, playdate after playdate. Arthur's mum became your mum's hairdresser, so there were many nostalgic memories for the two in the salon, especially when y/n would accompany her mother to her appointments. The pair's best memory is y/n letting Arthur cut her hair in the storage cupboard of his mum's shop. The horror on both parents' faces when one of y/n's pig tails were held in the hand of the young boy.

Their friendship only bloomed from there…

After spending almost every weekend watching Arthur and his older brother race in karts in the rain, to spending most afternoons around the leclerc residence playing with Arthur on his xbox, the girl felt like family.

When she was young she always found herself drawn to the middle leclerc. He was away a lot of the time, karting. He was slightly older so no doubt he found the pair childish and would always moan when he was made to spend time with them.

Charles' mother was the first to figure out your little crush on the boy. She first noticed it when you joined the family on a winter skiing trip, you were around thirteen. It was your first time up in the mountains, so when your arms started to wave and you felt your body lean way too far back Charles did the only morally right thing, dropping the glove he was putting on and outstretching his body to catch you in time.

He didn't catch you in time. 

Instead his heroic act to save you turned into humiliation when he realised you had taken him down with you.

Pascal carefully watched as you turned around, her eyes glued to yours that were glued to her sons. She watched your tinted red cheeks as Charles scoffed and begged you to get off of him as his bare hands were now engulfed in the thick snow, causing him to suffer with a cold for the rest of the holiday.

Your eyes widened and sparked at the sight of him. You would gaze up at him like he hung the moon and the stars, an expression his mother would soon get used to as she watched you fall for her son over the next few years. 

Charles was older, and very uninterested. He didn't find your little crush as cute as everyone else did, the thought it made him look uncool. He would roll his eyes when you would grab his arm or duck when you would try to kiss his cheek. He hated when your families would go out for meals and you would sit next to him, or how you would call him after a race to congratulate him, no matter his result.

Charles always saw you as his little brother's best friend, nothing more and nothing less.

That was until your first boyfriend. A three year age gap wasn't that big of a deal as they all grew older. Charles found himself having mutual friends with his brother and would occasionally bump into Arthur and you at a party.

You were 16, you thought you had met the love of your life, an older boy, he was 18, around charles age who was now 19 and worming his way into f2. 

Arthur didn't approve of Joao. He knew you were trying to prove to charles that the age gap isn't that big of a deal after his brother had repetitively told you you were to young for him, but somewhere down the line you found yourself mesmerised by Joaos eyes and that was it for you, charles no longer rented the forefront of your mind.

Joao was great, at first. You knew he wasn't the love of your life, but for the moment he looked to play the role quite well, and you were happy. You just didn't expect it to end like it did, maybe age gaps do matter?

You were at some house party in the hills of monaco, some friend of Joaos. You were downstairs in the kitchen with Arthur as he watched you drink your body weight in alcohol. He could tell something was bothering you but he chose not to mention it. In all your years of friendship he knew you would come to him eventually. 

“Where is the lover boy anyway?” he spoke up.

Your lack of response is when Arthur clocked onto your boyfriend being the reason for your excessive drinking. Him ditching you, yet again.

You slammed down your empty red cup, wiping the dribble from your chin as you decided enough was enough and you looked for the presence of your boyfriend. 

Arthur bid you good luck on your travels as his attention was now turned to the girl he had been eyeing up across the room.

And with your liquid courage you stumbled around the party. The house was huge. Gigantic windows that draped around the whole house. Everywhere you looked was so picturesque, making you fall in love with Monaco more and more. From the kitchen window you could see the river of lights leading down to the beach front. From the other end you could see continuous hills leading up into the stary sky, tiny specs of light from homes probably just as big and fancy as the one you were currently standing in swarmed your vision, a far cry from the apartment you and your mother shared where your view was a brick wall to another apartment complex.

Your heels were rubbing the back of your ankles as your hands gripped the bottom of your dress pulling it down as it was miles too short as you made your way out to the garden.

And there he sat, on the steps leading to the lit up outdoor pool, your boyfriend. A skinny little blonde girl sat on his knee. She was older than you, clearly. She took the cigarette from his lips and placed it on her own as her other arm draped over his shoulder. It was like this week after week, it was like you were a ghost.

This isn't the young love you put out for, and you decided enough was enough.

You always forgave him, but tonight was different. This night changed everything.

Tears welled in your eyes as you turned back into the house, you were going home. Joao caught a glimpse of this as he jumped up and followed you back into the house, why he would always chase after you you still don't know.

“Y/n, baby stop.” you ignored the sound of his voice as you pushed through the crowds of people to get back to the kitchen in hopes that Arthur was still there. He wasn't.

You made it to the kitchen before he grabbed the back of your arm pushing you against the kitchen island. His hand came up to wipe away a fallen strand of hair as he tucked it behind your ear.

“Come on y/n i didn't even do anything-”

“She was on your lap.” your voice crooked, you so desperately didn't want to be the little girl everyone thought you was and cry, not in front of everyone anyway. 

“It's not that big of a deal-”

“It is that big of a deal! I'm humiliated!” you shouted back, creating a scene you so desperately wanted to avoid.

“I just- I just want to go home.” you said in between sniffles.

“Baby, don't cry, let's just go back to mine, okay? I'll call a taxi-”

“No, I want to go home, my home.” you begged, the tears were falling now.

His grip tightened around your arm as you tried to wriggle out of his grasp.

“I need to find Arthur, and I need to go home.” you said, pushing his arm as he still had you pinned against the counter.

“Oh come on y/n, drop the act you know you want to come back to mine.”

You threw your head back dodging his fingers that were trying to touch your hair again, avoiding his eyes.

“Joao let go, you're hurting me.”

That only made his grip tighten around your arms, pushing you against the counter even harder than before. As he leant down to your ear-

“She said let go mate.”

Your vision was too blurry to focus on what happened next, but you felt joao grip loosen as he stood back.

“Yeah and what are you gonna do about it, leclerc?”

That's when punches were thrown and Joao was hunched over holding his busted lip. Joao was grabbed by another person before he could lunge back at who you assumed was Arthur, but as you turned your head you saw a different leclerc shaking his hand. His knuckles were red, and his eyes were darker than the ones you were used to, charles.

“y/n get in the car.” he said, you stood up, sniffing and nodding your head. But then you remembered your missing friend.

“Arthur-”

“I'll get him. Get in the car.” his tone was strong, not what you were used to from the middle leclerc. 

You waited by his car in the cold for a few moments just before Charles came out the house, a stumbling tipsy Arthur under his arm. There was pink lip gloss smeared over his cheeks and lips, and at that moment you felt a small smile creep on your face. 

However, the car ride home was silent, you sat in the front with Charles, as Arthur passed out in the back seat. Faint french music played from the radio as charles eyes were firmly gripped on the road.

As you rounded the street to your home Charles finally spoke up, “You really know how to pick them.”

You sniffled again, unable to reply to him mainly because he was right and you were embarrassed. As the car came to a stop Charles undid his seat belt mumbling that he would walk you to your door.

He balanced on the back of his heels as he watched the moonlight highlight your tear stained cheeks. Charles thought you looked beautiful that night even though you had been crying for the last half an hour, your hair hadn't been brushed and you were rummaging through your purse like a mad woman, he still thought you were pretty. He would never tell you that though.

“Don't tell me you've lost-”

“Got them!” You giggled, shaking your keys in the air before whipping your nose for what felt like the fifth time that night. You stalled as you pushed the key in the door, turning to look Charles in his eye for the first time since the party.

“Thank you-” but he cut you off, not wanting to hear it. You were his brother's best friend, Arthur wouldn't forgive him if he ever watched you in a position like the one that night and didn't do anything.

“Dont.”

“No really, thank you, charles.” You smiled, Charles smiled too, mainly because it was probably the first time you had called him Charles and not charlie.

After a moment you dropped your bag on the floor and wrapped your arms around the boy's waist, your head rested on his chest as he hastily moved his hand and rubbed your back.

“Just make sure the next one isn't a total dick, okay?” he whispered, his chin placed on the top of your head.

He didn't know how much that sentence broke your little 16 year old heart.

You smiled and entered the house, Charles didn’t drive off that street before you waved at him out your window.

On the drive home we looked back at his younger brother, drooling on the back seat of his car. 

It was that night where he realised the both of you weren't all that different, but so far apart.

The first time Charles saw you after that night was a couple months later, a family day at the beach. You had turned seventeen in that time and joao was old news. But charles eyes were stuck on your body as he watched you sat in the sand on your own. Sipping from a bottle of beer that you most likely stole from his crate, your toes were dipped in the wet sand as you watched the sun set on your own.

Arthur had brought his new girlfriend with him and even though you were still as close as ever, Arthur's attention was stuck on the pretty blonde that was talking to his nan.

The rest of your families were distracted too, or so Charles thought. His mum watched him intently as he walked back to the car park, grabbing a spare jumper from his car before making way down the beach front to join you.

He spent so much of his life avoiding you, but after the night of the party he just wanted to make sure you were okay. 

He crouched down in the sand next to you, aware of how your eyes were on him. He placed the jumper on your legs,

“You're going to get a cold.”

You scoffed but complied. Putting the jumper over your head and pulling at the sleeves, it smelled like him.

“How are you?” you asked charles, he could feel your eyes staring into his side profile, but he stared at the sun setting over the monegasque sea.

“I'm okay.”

The boys lost their dad a little under a year ago now, you hadn't really seen Charles since. But he knew you hadn't left Arthur's side for them few months.

“How you holding up, really?” you nudged his shoulder with yours, he did his little signature smile before looking down at his lap. Avoiding the question.

“Thank you. For looking after Arthur I mean, he's lucky to have you.” 

“Charlie…”

He looked in your eyes this time, he looked so sad, so broken. So desperate for a hug. You didn't pressure him to answer your question, insted you gently placed your head on his shoulder looking along the coastline in silence.

Charles appreciated the silence and the way you didn't push him, moments like these he understood why Arthur loved you so much.

“It will be alright you know.” you hummed on his shoulder.

“I know.” Charles whispered back.

“Really, i can already see Charles leclerc, ferrari formula one driver. Your face will be all over Monaco, and we're all so proud. He'll be so proud.” 

Charles hated how much you believed him, because in that moment a nineteen year old boy with dreams bigger than the world itself everything felt impossible. 

“Don't forget about me when you're all big and famous, yeah?” you smiled up at him.

Charles looked down at you, his eyes were glossy but the smile on his lips was enough to melt your heart, he threw his head back in a laugh. 

“I dont think I'm ever getting rid of you.”

Now it was your turn to laugh, “at least your self aware charlie.”

After all the laughing he noticed how your eyes shifted from his own to his lips, and then he remembered why he was avoiding you in the first place.

“y/n..” he whispered, oh how he whispered your name in his little broken accent, your heart melted as he backed away.

“I know, I know.”

You smiled and placed your head back on his shoulders looking at the sun that was nearly gone.

“You know I'm too old for you, right?” Charles whispered as he leaned his head on yours that was resting on his arm.

“I'm in it for the long game leclerc.” Charles giggled as he let his cheek get comfy on your head, pushing his side into you as you fully watched the sun disappear over the sea.

On the night of your 18th birthday Arthur had taken you out to your first club, you drank, alot…

Charles happened to be at the same club, so when your drunk body collided with his you couldn't help but wrap your arm around his torso, clinging onto him.

He gently placed hand on the small of your back smiling as you leaned on him.

Charles was 20 now, soon to turn 21 and had just signed a contract with alfa romeo, he was officially in formula one. Even Though you were proud of him you missed having him around. 

You stood on your heels, leaning up to his ear as Charles met your movements and bent down to hear you better in the loud club and your heart fluttered at the small action of his ear hovering near your face.

“I'm eighteen now charlie.” he could hear the smile in your voice.

“I know, happy birthday mon amour.” kissing your forehead, this was the closest you had ever been to him before, and you craved more. He had never called you the nickname before, he was teasing you.

“I'm officially an adult nowwwww.” you longed out his ear before you hand palmed his cheek. You so desperately wanted to kiss him.

“Y/n.” His tone was serious as he caught onto your intentions.

“Y/nnn.” You teased him back, imitating his serious tone and rolling your eyes as you do so.

“I know you want to Charlie, come on…” you giggled at him, but you were drunk and a mess, so the arm around your waist was to stop you from falling flat on your arse not because he just wanted to touch you, you thought. You pushed his hand off you and stood up straight, Charles sighed as he placed his hand back on the small of your back, you looked up at him. The stupid little puppy dog eyes that he refused to listen to.

“I'm too old for you, love.” Charles' hand once again held you close as you started to lose your balance again, “and you're too drunk.”

“Drunk on love.” you exclaimed, Charles laughed, like really laughed and you couldn't help but admire the creases around his eyes. He moved your arm over his shoulder so he could hold you up.

“Let's find Arthur and get you home, okay?” but as Charles pulled away you pulled him back.

“I've waited eighteen years, Charlie, I'm sure I have the patience to wait a bit longer.”

Charles thought maybe you had forgotten that night, but you remembered the way his hand was filmy stuck to the small of your back most of the night, and how he lent down to hear you and how his stubble felt in the palm of your hand, and the butterflies only got worse. 

You were falling harder everyday and you hated yourself for it, he didn't like you back.

Charles carried on with his f1 career with alfa romeo that year and you took up a journalism degree, following around arthur as he navigated the world of f3. You would occasionally bump into Charles when the boys had races at the same circuit. 

But with his first Monaco race you obviously had to be there to support him.

Charles hated how his heart beat boomed in his ear when he saw you standing in his garage with your old ferrari cap on and an alfa romeo shirt with the number 16 on the back hugging your chest. 

You truly had blossomed into a beautiful young woman and Charles found it harder to stay away. Your hair isn't frizzy anymore and you had for sure gone through puberty, he didn't like to stare but he found it hard not to sometimes. Especially on family boat trips when you would wear a bikini in front of him.

The worst part is you hadn't even openly flirted with him in a while, and he couldn't seem to figure out why, and that bothered him so much more than he liked. 

The small little y/n that used to follow him everywhere, always latched to his arm, looking up at him with heart eyes. I mean, you weren't sixteen anymore that was sure, but Charles couldn't help but feel a sense of abandonment that you weren't head over heels for him anymore. 

Charles needed to snake off that weird feelling in his stomach.

You were now 19 about to turn 20, it was the off season and you couldn't wait to soak up some sun on the leclerc yacht. Your favourite summer getaway.

You drove up to the small paddock on a little beach and climbed onto the grey boat, it was charles’, of course. The whole family was there, you were talking to pascal as arthur pulled you around the side of the boat, nearly causing you to break an ankle.

“Erm hello? Watch it.” you scolded him for pulling you so ruffly.

“You're over the whole in love with my older brother thing, right?” he asked, his hand running through his hair.

“I- i why?” you said, clocking your head to the side at Arthurs panicked manor. He knew you had been doing great this year, and he also knew why you declined every single boy that had attempted to ask you out on a date this year. 

“Okay, erm,'' Arthur stood up straight and scratched the back of his head.

“Forget your stuff, let's just get off this boat. And er, don't turn around okay?” he tried to nonchalantly say, his hands gripping your shoulders were a dead give away something was wrong though.

You nodded your head and followed Arthur down the steps of the boat before stopping in your tracks.

“Since when have I ever listened to you? I going to read my book on the sun-”

Your mouth fell open as you turned around to be met with Charles, your Charles with a girl.

A pretty girl, beautiful actually, she was slim and perfect and her smile was enough to make you want to crumble in a ball. 

She was leaning on him, grabbing his bicep as her hand brushed through his hair, he was laughing like really and truly laughing at whatever it was she had to say and you had never felt emotions like the ones you felt in that moment.

You felt like he had personally ripped your heart out himself, no remorse, and had just served it back to you on a silver platter.

He really didn't want you. 

“y/n, i didn't even know he was bringing her i-”

“You knew?”

Arthur sighed before running his hands through his hair, “it's been around four months, mum really likes her, she's nice. I mean she's not you, but he's happy so i can't complain.'' Arthur shrugged his shoulders, not sure how to console you in that moment.

You turned away from the happy couple and sat on the small steps that lead down to the bottom of the yacht. Arthur sat down next to you, pulling your body into his as he wrapped his arm around you.

“What about me? When will I be happy?”

You hadn't realised you were crying until Arthur grabbed your arm and pulled you straight off the boat.

That was your wake up call, you had spent too much of your life waiting for someone that never wanted you. 19 years to be exact, a sad sad story to anyone that knew you. You were embarrassed and angry at yourself. 

You needed to actually move on. 

So that's what you did.

And that's when you met him, a young british boy, he was around your age and drove for a papaya team that shared the f1 grid with charles.

Lando norris.

He was 20, awkward, way too cocky for only his second year, and when you bumped into him in Bahrain of 2020 you chose him to be the one to make you move on.

He asked for your number a few races later and the two of you used to text all the time. He took you on cute picnic dates, asked if he could kiss you before he did, and overall was the kindest most respectful boyfriend a girl could ask for. You were actually happy, and it only took nineteen years.

It was imola when you bumped into Charles in the paddock, his brother wasn't here so he was confused as to why you were here, but then he saw the McLaren hat on your head and his eyebrows furred evenmore.

“y/n?”

“Hello, charles.” you gave him a tight lip smile before moving past him but he chased after you why you walked down the paddock strip. Past the ferrari garage.

“You're a McLaren fan now, huh?” 

“Yep.”

Charles' heart hurt at your bluntness, he grabbed your arm so you would stop walking and talk to him. 

“y/n.” serious charles. That stupid tone that usually made you freeze and obey whatever he had to say.

But this time you rolled your eyes and pulled your arm from his grip.

“Charles, I really have to be somewhere.” you lied, checking your watch.

“Like a journalism thing? Why didn't you tell me you were going to be here, you could have flown with me and Joris?” and Charlotte, but he didn't mention that.

You really tried to pull your eyes from the red drivers suit that was wrapped around his hips, he was a ferrari driver now and you had never been more happy for him. You just wanted to wrap your arms around him and tell him how proud you were of him. 

But right at this moment, you had never wanted to create more distance between you both.

“y/n?” 

Both of your heads snapped as Lando ran up to you, you coughed and took a step back from charles.

Landos arm wrapped around your shoulder as he put out a fist for Charles to spud. Charles' eyes were glued to landos arm resting on your shoulder and he could feel the blood pumping in his heart speeding up.

Lando kissed your temple and Charles' eyes were glued to yours. 

“Charles.” Lando smiled nodding his head.

“Lando.'' Charles' voice was laced with venom, not that Lando noticed. 

“So you guys are?” Charles' eyebrows furred pointing between you both.

“We havent you know, labelled it yet. It's still kind of new” you smiled, it had been months.

“But I'm happy, really happy.” Charles knew that was a message to him, you were happy and he needed to leave you be. But with Lando of all people, Charles couldn't seem to shake this one off.

Charles mumbled something about needing to be somewhere and walked away from you both. Lando again oblivious to the interaction as his arm stayed secured around you and he balabbed on about the race as you walked to the McLaren motorhome.

Charles hated him. 

Charles hated himself for his feelings.

He didn't know why he was so bothered, he had never been this bothered, nothing gotten to him like you and Lando just did. Joris told him maybe it was because he had a soft spot for you deep down, he joked that maybe Charles liked you back and Charles ignored him for the rest of the weekend at that accusation. But that didn't mean he didnt ignore his words. 

It was over, you grew up and he should feel relieved you've moved on, right?

He broke up with Charlotte a month later.

Charles scoffed when you first bought lando along to family night, he hated how your mum loved his accent and how arthur laughed at all his jokes. He hated that he hadn't caught your eye all night, instead your eyes were glued on the stupid little british boys. Charles hated it, he sat there like a toddler that hadn't gotten their own way all night. He knew it was wrong but he hated his feelings more than he hated lando being sat at his table.

Charles was in the kitchen, he was picking at the leftover pie on the table top as everyone else was outside fawning over one of landos stories, he had really charmed the family.

His mother walked into the kitchen as he was taking a bite of cherry pie looking like a caught child, she laughed at the cherry stains in the corner of his mouth and passed him a tissue.

The pair stood in silence for a moment before Pascal spoke up.

“That's definitely not allowed in your diet, my sweet.” she smirked knowing the driver's strict diet.

“But you won't tell on me maman.” Charles flashed his puppy dog eyes as his mum laughed at his actions. She sighed and moved closer to him as he stood up straight. 

“You have a lot on your mind my boy, and don't tell me you don't because I gave birth to you, I know you better than you know yourself.”

“Maman.” Charles sighed.

“This is about her isn't it?” Charles' eyes refused to look at his mother at her words.

“I don't even need to say her name, it's her, it will always be her.” she smiled as she walked over to her son and placed a hand on his cheek.

“She's happy, Charles.'' he heard the sternness in his mothers voice.

“So everyone keeps telling me.” Charles scoffed again.

“So then you know you're being an ass, right?”

Charles' eyes widened at his mothers language but she just laughed and waved him off.

“After all the years she spent pining after you, Charles, it would be cruel for you to not let her be happy.”

“But what if I'm not happy?” he asked his mum, she just sent him a sympathetic smile and grazed his cheek once more.

“Do you love her?”

“I dont know.” Charles shrugged.

“See, it would be cruel to break her heart over this kind of uncertainty. Either you love her or you're just jealous. You have a lot of thinking to do my boy, but don't do anything until you're really sure. She's fragile when it comes to you.”

Charles nodded his head.

His mum was right, he really did have a lot of thinking to do. 

And as if on queue there she was, walking into the kitchen, the widest smile on her face as she grabbed another beer from the fridge. She had started to let her curls rome free recently and it was sending charles’ heart into a spiral, with her stupid little shorts and crocs and no doubt she had conned lando into giving her his jumper. 

She used to do that to him, Charles thought, remembering all the times you had tricked him into stealing his hoodies. 

She smiled at Charles mum and told her again that the food was lovely, nodding at Charles, and she left just as quick as she came in.

“Maman, I'm so in love with her it physically hurts me.”

And there it was, the words you had so desperately wanted to hear your whole life, but you didn't hear a sound as Charles vowed to never say it again out loud. Your happiness came before his.

Charle suffered for a year, he knew he loved you, he had said it out loud once and the vulnerability he felt in that moment knowing you were stood just 15 feet away with the boy you were in love with was enough to make him swear to never voice his feelings again, he was embarrassed and wanted the world to swallow him whole. The worst part was the guilt, he could only feel like he had let one of the best things go, slip straight from his grasp all for a bit of pride. He didn't want to be seen with the young naive girl that had a crush on him, but now he just felt stupid. Stupid that he didn't recognise your love for him sooner, he had always thought you were one of the most amazing humans he had ever met, he found himself looking for you in other people when he didn't even know it. He was stupid, and he knew that for sure.

Charles dedicated the rest of the year to focusing on his f1 seat, with ferrari fucking him and sebastian over and over and after his wins at spa and monza he felt hungry for more and felt that the true love of his life should be formula one.

But his heart hurt when he didn't hear from you after his win in spa, and then it crushed him again when you didn't contact him after his result at monza.

No call.

Not even a text.

He had fully let you slip from his grasp.

It was a long year for Charles that year, and as summer break quickly approached he found girls and training were his favourite pastime. He stopped turning up to family events when he knew lando would be there and you were in love and happy. After a while it was a rarity he would even stay at an event for an hour.

He was 22 and as a new season started the only thing he was talking from lando was his teammate, not that charles was complaining. He liked Carlos, and he was ready to step up and take that 1st driver's seat. He was ready to make everyone proud just like you had promised him that night on the beach.

After a while charles mothers birthday rolled around, one he would definitely not miss as his mother requested a small family meal. Everyone was sitting, looking over the menu when Charles undoubtedly noticed the missing presence of you.

“Where's y/n?” Charles asked Lorenzo, who was sitting next to him.

Lorenzo just shrugged and turned his attention back to his menu, was it normal for you to not attend family outings? Charles hadn't been around for so long he didn't even think to consider that maybe she didn't turn up to these things anymore either.

“With Lando I suppose.” Charles murmured, he tried not to sound jealous but the older brother just laughed.

“Lando?” as he turned to his younger brother.

“Why would she- you really haven't spoken to her have you?” Lorenzo asked, his eyes widening at the thought of his brother being so dumb.

Charles just shrugged his shoulders as he urged his brother to continue.

“They broke up, a while ago actually.”

Charles didnt know why his shoulders felt lighter but he chose to ignore it and try to press some more information out of his brother.

“So? First break up, we've all been there, doesn't mean she can't be here for mamans birthday.'' Charles rolled his eyes as he tried to act like he didn't care.

“She's not even in the country charles.”

Charles' head snapped towards his brothers, “She's taking a gap year, last I heard she was staying in Australia for a while.”

Lorenzo could see the gears turning in charles’ head; he knew he wanted to ask more so he answered for him.

“Hey Arthur, where's y/n these days?” Lorenzo asked his other brother who was at the other end of the table with his girlfriend.

Arthur shrugged before answering, “Still in australia at the moment, she really likes it there, but i told her she cant like it to much because there's no way i'm sitting on a plane for twelve hours every time i want to actually see her face and not on a phone screen.” arthur joked, everyone else laughed along with him for a moment until charles countered up the courage to speak up.

“Why didn't she just travel with formula one? She wanted to be an F1 journalist anyway.”

Arthur's eyes narrowed at his brother. 

You definitely hadn't meant to cause it, but there was a small crack in between the brothers' relationship within the last year. Arthur definitely blamed Charles and his stupid effects on you for you running away.

“She wanted to be away from f1 for a while.'' Arthur told his brother like it wasn't the most obvious thing in the world, hoping to squash this table subject, not really wanting to talk about his run away best friend.

“I mean I don't blame her, especially when her Lando ended like it did. She's living her best life.” Carla, Arthurs girlfriend chimed in. Arthur slightly winced at his girlfriend's words not wanting this to be the dinner conversation tonight, especially when Charles clearly knew nothing about y/n's life within the last year.

“What?'' Charles asked the table, but no one answered him, instead everyone's heads were down dead planted down at the table, everyone except for Carla who had no idea what she had just started.

“Why did no one tell me what's been going on?” charles raised his voice slightly, catching the attention from everyone else on the table.

Charles mother intervened knowing where this was going, “charles, not right now-”

“No, she's been going through something and no one even thought to mention it? What the fuck.”

Arthur was visibly turning red, Charles noticed as Lorenzo's head was shaking telling his little brother now wasn't the time, pleading Arthur to just bite his tongue.

“Say it arthur.”

The flame was lit.

“And who do you think upset her in the first place, charles?” Arthur tutted, picking up his menu pretending to scan it so he didn't have to pay attention to the conversation anymore.

“Drop it, arthur.” Lorenzo sternly interrupted.

“Considering no ones told me anything how the fuck am i supposed to answer that question?” Charles spat back at his brother.

Arthurs cheeks were a visible red now, he was about to blow up. Something he had been holding in for a while. He slammed his menu down and turned to look at his older brother.

“You know what Charles, you have no right! No fucking right, sorry maman for the language-” charles mum just put her hands up in defence as she let her youngest son get it all off his chest. 

“She loved you, and you constantly broke her heart and told her no and then when she was finally happy in a relationship you had to go tell the world you love her so much that ‘it physically hurts you!” Arthur mugged his brother's words.

Charles was shocked, he had no idea what was happening. 

No one knew of his feelings towards you, no one except- charles head snapped towards his mother who pulled a tight lip smile and just shaked her head in a no. Charles was about to deny deny deny when-

“Yeah, she heard it. And it fucking broke her charles. It was mean and it was selfish, and I've never despised someone more than you for what you did to MY best friend.”

“Arthur-”

“I'm not finished. Then you have the decency to finally come to a family meal for the first time in nearly a year, nearly a year charles! And ask about her like you didn't completely cut her and us out of your life? You're selfish, completely and utterly selfish charles.”

Charles sat at the table pale, he felt the colour drain from his face as he scrambled to find the words to say but his mouth didn't open.

“You really do pick and choose your moments brother, I don't know why I even came tonight, I'm sorry maman but I told you I wouldn't be able to sit in a room with him.”

Arthur stood up, he grabbed his jacket from the back of his chair and took Carla's hand in the other.

“I'm really sorry maman, and everyone else, happy birthday, i guess.” Arthur gave his mother a hug and walked out of the restaurant with carla. Leaving everyone else at the table in pure shock.

Especially Charles, he had know idea what to say, he looked up at his mother opposite him who looked at him with sympathy.

“My sweet boy, I'm sorry to say it but there was some truth to your brother's words. I told you she was fragile.”

Charles felt awful.

Charles felt like he was going to cry at the table.

It had been a long year for Charles, he had groveld for the most of it, thinking you were happy somewhere while Lando flew you anywhere and everywhere around the world. Now he came to think of it, maybe there was a better reason for the young mclaren driver avoiding him.

He wasn't really friends with Lando, but his teammate, Carlos was close with the boy and whenever there was an offer for the three of them to hang out Lando magically had something come up and couldn't attend. 

It all made sense now. Even the fact he hadn't seen you in the paddock, he thought maybe you were caught up in your studies, oh how he was wrong.

He sat at the table for the rest of the meal, and with every passing comment he didn't think he could sink more into his chair.

He was an awful person, he thought.

When the family were leaving the restaurant Charles hugged his family members, swallowing the anxiety and embarrassment down.

He looked over at Lorenzo who sent him a sympathetic smile, placing a hand on his shoulder.

“Tonight wasn't supposed to go like that, i told arthur to just drop it i-”

“No, it's okay. I deserved it.”

“I dont know, you fucked up, but you didnt need to run, nether did she.'' Lorenzo, his older brother shrugged.

“What happened? With her and lando." Charles pushed.

“alot .” lorezono chucked.

“I don't know if it's my place to-” enzo sighed at that stupid little puppy dog face his younger brother was pulling.

“I'm pretty sure she cheated on him, Arthur said as she fell into a bit of a hole. So the only thing she really could do was just leave Monaco for a while. She seems good, Charles, healthy and happy." Lorenzo shrugged, watching as Charles' eyes widened and he latched onto every word. 

“If it's any closure she's not mad at you, Arthur, well I'm sure he would be he loves y/n like a twin sister, but she's not mad at you. She was just confused and hurt.”

“If i call her-'' Charles started but his voice flattened as he realised it would ne dumb to contact you.

“Call her Charles, I'm sure she would be happy to hear from you.”

You knew what today was, arthur's molthers birthday. You had called her in the morning sending her your love and wishes, she told you that Charles was attending the meal and Arthur would be on his best behaviour, little did you know.

You wondered if Charles knew what you were up to, if pascal or lorenzo had been keeping him in the loop.

You were at the beach, cocktail in hand and book in the other, your earphones were in as you hummed to the faint sound of the music and read, but you were disturbed when the rigging was a call from your phone echoing through your earphones, charles.

Pick it up.

Pick it up.

You couldn't do it.

Your body froze in place, you pulled your airpods out, throwing down your book, not caring that you lost the page you were on. You took in a deep breath and picked up your phone, and just as your thumb hovered over the answer button, the ringing stopped.

He had called you?

You needed a moment to think about what you were going to say to him, what he would say.

You so desperately wanted to hear his voice, it had been a year, and you wondered if that was enough time for feelings to vanish.

You looked out at the calm seas for a moment, did you really want to fall back into a loop of pining for him like a puppy. You loved him, loved, past tense. You were a grown woman now, so you opened your phone and called him back.

Ringing.

“Hello?” his voice echoed through the phone.

“Charles?”

You heard his sigh of relief over the phone, and your heart melted all over again, he hadn't even spoken yet, but the closeness of his presence made it all too real.

“I'm sorry.”

He's sorry?

“Charles-”

“I'm sorry, okay. Arthurs right, I was mean and I was selfish and you deserved so much more than what I did to you. From the bottom of my heart y/n/n, I'm so so incredibly sorry.”

“It's- it's okay.” 

You forgave him.

“It's not.”

There was a silence that lingered for a moment.

“What I said, what you heard, it wasn't supposed to happen like that. I really didn't want it to happen that way.” he pleaded over the phone, his breathy voice echoing through the speaker.

“I want to see you.”

More silence.

“Please, y/n.”

“Okay.”

More silence.

“Soon, okay.” There was promise to your words.

“Soon.” he repeated, as though it was something for him to hold onto. 

Soon.

“When I'm ready Charles I'll come home, I'm just not ready yet.” you winced at your own words because you so desperately wanted to see him too.

“Then don't come home- i'll come to you, i'll catch the next plane if i have too just tell me where you are-”

“Charles, I'm not ready yet.” you interrupted him. 

Silence.

Charles wanted to cry, hearing your voice and knowing you were just within reach he wanted to see you, hold you, apologise as much as you would allow him to. He wanted to kiss you and hug you and love you forever, but you weren't ready.

“I'll wait for you, okay? Soon or not.” his voice cracked, and god did it melt your heart.

“I'll see you soon charlie.”

This was feeling a little too much like a goodbye for charles.

“y/n?”

“Yeah?”

“Am I too late?’

“Time doesn't apply when it comes to you.” and Charles had hope. He hadn't fully let you slip, yet.

Charles would now spend every waking moment wondering how soon was soon?

But after a while he figured ‘soon’ was a little long, three more months to be precise.

You had left Australia, travelled around more like you wanted to, and you came back to Monaco just before the end of the f1 season.

Charles was already in Abu Dhabi by the time you landed back in monaco.You had asked everyone to not tell him of your arrival.

You were sitting with Arthur in his mothers living room, just like the old days. You told him about your travels while he updated you on his love life and gossip in the paddock.

You had missed this.

And it wasn't until pascal passed you a warm cup of tea and sat with the two of you, sharing her own gossip from the hair salon you realised how much you were ready to be home again.

Arthur had run to his room quickly to grab his trophies to show you and as he walked out of the room your eyes lingered on the suitcases by the door.

“You're going to Abu dhabi?” you asked pascal.

“Tomorrow.” she smiled at you.

Pascal could visibly see the gears turning in your head, she placed a hand on your knee and smiled up at you.

“I don't want to pressure you y/n, and i know you just got back but you should consider it.”

You knew what she meant and you nodded at her with a small smile, and Arthur came back.

You went home a few hours later and sat in your room, if you go you'll see him, but you're going to see him at some point regardless. 

You felt vulnerable.

So completely scared, but that didn't stop you from texting Arthur that night telling him you were going to join him and his family tomorrow.

You were going to see him.

Your time was up.

You were ready.

You meet up with the leclerc family at the airport in the early hours of the morning, your suitcase gripped in your hand as you were mentally preparing yourself to sit on the plane and go over any and every possible outcome this weekend could have.

Arthur sat with Carla at the front, and Pascal was fast asleep. But the chair next to you suddenly became occupied when you looked up and saw the eldest leclerc.

“You look well, y/n.” he smiled down at you.

“Thank you.” you smiled back at lorenzo.

“I think the time away did you good, no?”

“yeah, i really needed some space, but now i'm back and just feeling a little..” you stumbled on your words, struggling to describe your emotions.

“Overwhelmed?”

“Yeah, exactly that.”

“Does he know you're coming?” you knew the ‘he’ lorenzo was referring too.

“I dont think so.”

“He's going to be happy to see you.” lorenzo nudged your shoulder.

“I hope so.” you nervously chucked.

You took in a deep breath and looked back at the eldest leclerc brother, “I'm just anxious, I have no idea how this weekend will pan out. The next time I'll be back on this plane going home I could be happy, sad, crying or planning to run away again. I just feel so lost.”

“Lost isn't a bad thing.'' Lorenzo shrugged.

“He's just as lost as you y/n, trust me. I just hope you both figure it out, you both deserve the peace of mind. And if this all goes to shit, you still got on this plane today and tried.”

“I just don't want to get my hopes up.”

“Then don't, sometimes things aren't just meant to be.”

That's what was worrying, you had loved this man for years, and now was the deciding day if he loved you back or not and you don't know if you were ready to give up the fantasy of him

being the love of your life up yet.

You weren't mentally prepared for the shit outcome of this story, you didn't know if you could handle Charles breaking your heart another time.

When the plane landed and the warm air hit your skin you took in a deep breath. Time to face the music.

You went straight to your hotel, it was a Friday so Charles was about to participate in fp1 by the time you turned up to the track.

The smell of burnt rubber and the sound of happy fans filled your ears, you had missed being in the paddock more than you knew. This place was your home.

You were walking with Arthur and Carla when your name was called, judging by the accent you knew it wasn't the monegasque, it was the papaya coloured boy running up to you.

You told Arthur and Carla you would catch up with them as you stopped and smiled at lando who had now reached you. 

“Hey.” he smiled.

“Hey.” you smiled back awkwardly.

“Listen lando, you deserve an explanation-”

“It's okay y/n, we were young, it was a while ago you’re forgiven.” Lando chuckled as he poked your shoulder.

“But that doesn't mean what I did was okay, you deserve more than what I gave you.” 

Lando gave you a sympathetic smile.

“Consider it done with, okay? No hard feelings.”

You smiled up at the British boy, he looked good, he seemed well and that made your guilt feel a little less painful.

“I erm, I have a girlfriend actually, she's great, her names luisa.”

You watched as he lips upturned at the mention of his girlfriend, he was smitten.

“I'm happy for you landini.”

You both laughed for a moment, the free air was nice. Seeing lando meant there was a weight lifted off your shoulders.

“I just wanted to see how you were doing, I didn't want things to be awkward.” he said.

“I don't think I could ever be awkward around you.” Lando smiled at your words.

“Are you still thinking about becoming an F1 journalist?” he asked, remembering how it was your dream, he had also hoped your disappearance in the paddock for the last year wasn't his doing, stopping you from reaching your dream.

You smiled as he remembered, “I'm working on it.”

“Well i hope i see you around more often then, you deserve it y/n, really.”

Lando was getting called from the other end of the paddock as he had to be in his car within the next 10 minutes, you both shared a hug and it felt nice to feel comfortable with him.

His hands squeezed your back before saying a quick bye and skipping down the paddock. 

As he pulled away and walked past, your eyes connected with them all to familiar grey ones you were so nervous to see.

Charles.

He didn't seem too happy though.

He had just watched you smile and laugh with your ex in the middle of the paddock and then hug him bye, even though you thought nothing of it, Charles' mind was spinning.

There he was, a tight lipped smile right opposite you. He had grown out his stubble and he looked tired. You knew he hadn't had the best of seasons with Ferrari, you didn't keep up with it too much, it upset you that his childhood team had failed him massively. 

He nodded his head and followed his press officer in the opposite direction, but you weren't going to let him go just yet.

“Charles, wait!”

And before you could process it you were running, sprinting down the paddock after him, but he had already disappeared into ferrari hospitality.

“Shit.” you mumbled as you jogged down to the garages in hopes of catching up with him.

You scanned your pass and walked into the back of the garage Pascal had walked up to you and grabbed your hand.

“You need to put some headphones on dear, it gets loud in -”

“Pascal, where did he go?” you asked her frantically, like a mad woman out of breath.

“Charles?”

“yes!”

A slight smile just appeared on her face as she turned around, “Be quick dear, I think I can see him putting his balaclava on.” She pushed your shoulder and you walked around the red barrer that clearly said ‘no public entry’.

“You can't be back here, ma'am.” a security officer grabbed the back of your bicep.

“No, I need to get through, it's an emergency.” you whined, pulling your arm from his grip.

“I'm sorry ma’am, it's a safety hazard.” the man's grip tightened on your arm as he pulled you away from the back of the garage. You pushed off him but his grip only improved as he swept you off the floor, lifting you up at your attempt to run. You kicked your legs like a child learning to swim and kicked arms that trapped you.

“If you refuse to cooperate, I'll have no choice but to remove you from the garage.” he said, trying to dodge your feisty little kicks.

“And If you don't get your slimy huge hands off me right now i'm going to-”

“y/n?!”

Your head snapped at the sound of your name, Jorris, Charles' best friend.

“Jorris, oh thank god!”

“She's okay, she can come in.” Jorris grabbed your other hand and wiggled you away from the huge security man's grip as he dropped you back to the floor. You brushed off your dress and gave the security man a dirty look before turning to Charles' best mate.

“Jorris, where is he?” your breathing was rapid and your heart beat feeling like it was thumping out your chest.

“y/n you really shouldn't.” he sent you a sympathetic smile.

“Please.” you pleaded with him. After seeing you try to fight a six foot five security man Joris really didn't want to feel the wrath of you right now, so he complied.

“You have five minutes, follow me.” he led you through the back of the garage.

Whenever Charles got in the car he liked to be left alone to his own devices, it was his switch off time, but you knew on some occasions he didn't mind the company, you just needed to talk to him, tell him you were here for him. You didn't want him getting in the car overthinking that you were here for lando.

And before you knew it, there he was, standing in front of you, you were painting out of breath with your hands on your knees as you looked up at him.

Charles giggled as you held up a finger to let him know you were still getting your breath back. He pulled his ear pieces out of his ear and zipped up the rest of his race suit.

“I hate to rush you, but I have to be in the car in four minutes.” Charles frowned, “and four minutes aren't enough for what I have to say to you, y/n.”

“Let's keep it short and sweet then.” you stood up straight and smiled at the boy.

“Im sor-” he started but you cut him off.

“That's not what I meant by sweet.”

Charles squeezed his eyes and winced at his name being called behind him, he opened his eyes and saw you beaming up at him and he knew he was in love, he just wasn't going to tell you yet, especially not if he had just witnessed you make up with lando. Lando made you happy, Lando didn't break your heart on multiple occasions like he had. Charles wouldn't blame you if you went back to the British driver.

You tilted your head to the left and smiled at Chris, Charles' manager. He was pointing at his watch and tapping his foot.

You looked back at Charles and took in a deep breath, you stood on your tip toes and placed your arms on his shoulders, gently placing a kiss to his cheek.

Your soft lips connecting with his ruff stubble is something Charles cherished, he couldn't wipe the Cheshire cat grin off his face.

“I know it's only a practice session, but good luck out there charlie.”

“Thank you.” he smiled, trying to hide his blush. He couldn't believe he was blushing and how the roles had reversed between the two of you.

“What about lando?” he had to ask, it was on his mind.

“I'm not standing next to Lando wishing him good luck right now, am i?” you smirked at him.

Charles smiled before looking back at his manager, he bent down and kissed your forehead like he had done a thousand times, but this time it felt different, electric, it felt like love. It was love.

“I'll be waiting for you, okay?” you told him.

Charles smiled to himself, he wasn't too late.

If anything was on Charles' side that day it wasnt timing. Charles finished fp2 with a few flying laps and a heavy heart, his first plan was to find you but his press officer had forced him to do interviews, and then he had a meeting and then he had checked his watch and it was way past nine and he knew you were probably back at the hotel by now.

He huffeed as he left his meeting, grabbing his jumper and keys and saying goodbye to the engineers that were going to work on the car overnight.

He had it all planned in his head, he was going to get some flowers on the way home, knock on your hotel door and ask you on a date.

“Charles!” called out his manager, he really hoped he didn't have to stay in this hell hole any longer, he just wanted to leave the track and get his girl.

“What?” he huffed.

“She waited.”

“What?” Charles repeated, his manager now having his full attention. 

Charles caught the way his manager's lips turned into a devilish smirk, but he wasn't looking at Charles, yet something behind him. When he whipped his head around there you were, his heart thumped at the massively oversized ferrari jacket one of the staff must have given you to keep you warm while you waited.

You just smiled at him and waited for him to walk to you, but charles sprinted, he was a man on a mission and when he got to you his hands slipped around your waist, pulling you up in the air for a moment before he dropped you back down, his hands still remaining tightly wrapped around your torso.

He tucked a stray piece of hair behind your ear before placing his forehead on yours.

“Take what's yours charlie.” you smiled. 

Charles' thumb gently traced over your plump bottom lip before he placed his hand on your cheek, smiling like an idiot. 

He slowly grazed his lips on your before gently adding pressure and connecting your soft lips with his in a quick kiss. A kiss that was full of smiles as Charles pulled you as close to him as possible. Towering over you as he kissed you unlike he had kissed anyone ever. The way your lips moved in sync with his was magic to him, it had never felt like this before.

He pulled back letting you get some air, before using that as leverage to stick his tongue in your mouth, he put all his power and passion into the kiss and it was just as you imagined him to be with you. Sensual and passionate. 

Your hands ran along his shoulders and up to his head where you gently tucked on his hair. Charles groned on your lips and eventually pulled back, he giggled as he placed his forehead on yours again. 

“All mine, finally.” He said through a wide smile.

“I've always been yours…”

Thank you for reading!! Here’s a gif of baby Charles because this is how i imagined him when y/n had her teenage crush. Bare faced and spiky hair🥹

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Zach Likes Long Hair…

So, I’ve started writing little Ziolet scenarios to get me back into the swing of writing, this little Ziolet scene that came to me when contemplating whether or not I should cut my hair. You can find it below the cut because it is long, enjoy!

P.S.! If you have any Ziolet scene recommendations or requests for future posts, feel free to let me know!

Zach *giving his infamous pathetic man child sob*: “Wahhh!”

Violet: “Uhhh, Zach? Why are you crying?”

Zach *crossing his arms and pouting, turing his head from her smugly*: “I know what you did…”

Violet *with a genuinely confused expression on her face*: “What I did, what are you talking about? What did I do wrong? Why are you acting like this…I’m sorry if I hurt you but I can’t help you if you don’t tell me what it…”

Zach *opening the calendar app on his phone and shoving it in her face, holding back tears*: “How can you do this to us?”

Violet *scans the screen and covers her mouth to fight back a laugh*: “Zach…you realize you are showing me the date with my hair appointment, right?”

Zach *eyes glimmering with tears*: “Why are you laughing? This is serious! How could you do this to us, to me…you didn’t even tell me!”

Violet *realizing how upset he is, puts a hand on his face*: “I’m sorry honey, but I put it in our shared calendar, I thought you’d seen it before now and you were okay with it…you know I get a trim at least once a year…it’s starting to tangle, so it’s time for a trim…”

Zach *sniffing and pouting some more*: “I can get the Zachbots to untangle it for you…I can untangle it for you! Just pleeeasseeee don’t cut it all off!”

He drops to his knees and hugs her around the waist, begging her to not cut her hair off, he reaches up and grabs fists full of her hair for extra measure, pressing kisses to her locks.

Violet *who’s head is slightly pulled back from Zach’s hysterical display pats his head reassuringly*: “I promise it’s just a trim, honey, no more than 3 inches max!”

Zach *scrambles to his feet and pulls her hair into two sections, then he measures her hair with a ruler extension produced by a Zachbot*: “But that’s almost all of it! It won’t be at your butt anymore!”

Violet *shaking her head, and giving a small exasperated laugh*: “Zach, I promise it won’t be that bad, why are you so worked up over this? It will grow back, I promise!”

Zach *sniffling, wrapping his hands in her hair until his fingers are digging into her scalp*: “I just really like your long hair…”

Violet *gently pulls his hands away from her hair, it falls around her face in huge knots*: “I know you do, Zach…But this…this is why…you can’t leave my hair alone and when it’s this long this happens…”

Zach *gives her an uncomfortable smile*: “Ohhh, yeah…you have a point there, sorry Vi…”

Violet *hugs him*: “It’s okay, do you wanna come with me to the appointment so you can make sure they don’t chop it all off?”

Zach *nodding, smiling shyly*: “Yeah…”

Violet *pointing a warning finger into his chest*: “Do you promise not to scream at the hairdresser this time?”

Zach *eyes growing wide*: “Uhhh, I’ll try my best…”

[sugdenlovesdingle]

😂😂thank you for indulging my insanity! You are very kind! 😘 I totally take your point about Seb's age. But good things come in small packages! So, little Seb can have little tantrums. Like maybe instead of flaunting his car, he will flaunt his fancy pencil box at school. In fact, it will make the storyline even cuter. Also, Aaron having to deal with his son who is older than Henry and Eve but much younger than when Liv came to them will put him in unchartered parenting territory. It is not diapers and unicorns but neither is it drugs, alcohol and boys! It is pencil boxes, birthday party invites, instagrammable lunches and maybe night terrors that no one bothered to inform Aaron about. I am telling you, seriously, it could work!! Besides, John getting frustrated with Aaron while Aaron is worried about Seb will be glorious television. Because it will be a repeat of Robert and Aaron when Liv came to stay (which will keep Emmerdale happy- since they want to repeat every. single. robron. sl. with fauxbert) but it will be different because Robert took Liv in as his own, but John, like Alex might treat Robert's legacy as a threat or cost of doing business. And I cannot stand the idea of John and Aaron playing happy families raising Robert's kid, so he HAS TO GO. That is just one too many shade of wrong...even for emmerdale.

To your anon- yes Rebecca's charm- it was the most inoffensive word I could come up with for Seb's mother. And fyi- according to wikipedia, Hermit Hawley turned 39 on 21 Sept 2024.

Hey, I'm here for anything that involves fauxbert fucking off and Seb coming home!

I'd kill for single dad to a seven year old with an attitude story for Aaron! Can you imagine him having to deal with Seb's social calendar? Playdates, birthday parties, PARENT APP GROUPS! Making sure he's fed and clothed, keeping track of doctor/dentist/hairdresser appointments AND deal with Vic and Chas telling him how to raise a kid and pulling on him to be a FAMILY. And on top of all of that he still has a business to run too.

As for Rebecca... on a completely shallow note - Emily Head is pretty hot. And Rebecca as a character had SO MUCH potential but well... we know how that went.

And yes Hermit Hawley turned 39 today (technically yesterday) but Robert was born in 1986 so his 40th is two years away.

(but lets not talk about that anymore because guess who was also born in 1986 🙈)

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Finding Hairdressers Open on Sunday Near You: Your Guide to Sunday Salon Services

Weekends are often the only time many of us have to take a break from our busy schedules and pamper ourselves. If you’re like most people, finding a hairdresser open on Sunday can be a game-changer, especially when you need a fresh cut, color, or style without taking time off work. Here’s your ultimate guide to finding a great hairdressers Open on Sunday Near Me, along with tips on what to expect and how to make the most of your visit.

Why Choose a Sunday Appointment?

**1. Convenience: Sundays are perfect for those with busy weekdays. Getting your hair done on a Sunday means you can enjoy your new look for any upcoming events or simply start your week feeling refreshed.

**2. Less Crowded: Many salons experience lower foot traffic on Sundays, which often means more personalized attention and a relaxed atmosphere. You’re more likely to have a longer consultation and a more unrushed experience.

**3. Flexible Scheduling: Finding a salon open on Sunday can be a lifesaver if you’re juggling a hectic work week. It gives you the flexibility to schedule appointments without affecting your work commitments.

How to Find a Hairdresser Open on Sunday Near You

**1. Online Search: Start by using online search engines with keywords like "hairdressers open on Sunday near me" or "Sunday hair salon appointments." This will help you locate salons in your area with weekend hours.

**2. Salon Websites: Check the websites of local salons. Many salons have their hours of operation listed online, including any Sunday availability. If it’s not clearly stated, don’t hesitate to call or email the salon for confirmation.

**3. Social Media: Follow local salons on social media platforms like Instagram or Facebook. Salons often post their hours and special promotions, and you might find that some offer Sunday appointments that are not listed elsewhere.

**4. Apps and Directories: Use apps and online directories that specialize in salon services. Platforms like Yelp or Google Maps often provide detailed information about salon hours and customer reviews.

**5. Word of Mouth: Ask friends, family, or colleagues if they know of any good hairdressers who are open on Sundays. Personal recommendations can often lead you to hidden gems.

What to Expect at a Sunday Appointment

**1. Availability of Services: While many salons offer a full range of services on Sundays, it’s always a good idea to confirm in advance. Some salons may have limited staff or reduced service options on weekends.

**2. Quality of Service: Expect the same level of professionalism and care as you would during regular hours. Sunday appointments are often just as thorough and attentive, but if the salon is busy, be prepared for possible delays.

**3. Booking in Advance: Sunday appointments can be popular, so book your slot as early as possible. This will help ensure you get the time and stylist you want.

**4. Salon Atmosphere: Sundays may offer a more relaxed atmosphere. With fewer clients, you might find the salon experience more personal and less rushed.

Tips for a Successful Sunday Salon Visit

**1. Plan Ahead: To make the most of your visit, plan what you want ahead of time. Bring photos or descriptions of your desired style to ensure clear communication with your stylist.

**2. Arrive Early: Arriving a few minutes before your appointment allows you to fill out any necessary paperwork and start your appointment on time.

**3. Be Flexible: If you’re trying to book a last-minute Sunday appointment, be prepared to be flexible with your timing or stylist choice. Popular salons may have limited availability.

**4. Check for Promotions: Some salons offer special deals or discounts on Sundays. Inquire about any promotions when you book your appointment.

**5. Follow Up: If you’re pleased with your haircut or color, make sure to schedule your next appointment before you leave. This will help ensure you maintain your new look and secure a convenient time for your next visit.

In Conclusion

Finding a hairdresser open on Sunday near you can be incredibly convenient, offering flexibility and a relaxed experience. By using online resources, checking social media, and asking for recommendations, you can locate a salon that fits your schedule and meets your needs. Whether you’re looking for a simple trim or a complete makeover, a Sunday salon visit can be a perfect solution for busy lifestyles.

Lavya Hair Design are your first choice for a Hairdresser in Toowoomba for modern hair cuts, crisp clean hair colours and naturally nourished hair.

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Day 59 it's all about the hair

I reached out to the "Australians in Portugal" FB group a couple of weeks ago in anticipation of finding a hairdresser to deal with my regrowth. I got two replies. I had an appointment with Yute at Ferragial this afternoon and highly recommend her and the salon, close to the tourist attractions and not overpriced. Yute was very meticulous about the colouring process. I paid €50 for the regrowth, tint, wash and quick blow dry.

So what to do with the morning? Eva (Upwork) had recommended the chocolate cake at Landeau and somewhere else I'd read about the LX Factory. Landeau has a cafe at LX, so I headed there. It was a long walk in the heat, so I used Kava to find ElaEla café for the toilet stop along the way. The latte was great, but a small at €4.30 is more than I'd pay in Australia. The LX Factory is a wonderful use of old warehouse space underneath the copy Golden Gate Bridge. It's got restaurants, shops, artisans, art and yes, a whole lot of tourists. The chocolate cake was delicious.

I then headed to lunch at a nearby Asian restaurant I'd booked on The Fork app and enjoyed a salmon bowl and glass of wine before deciding I had enough time to walk the one hour to the hairdresser. About 10 minutes into experiencing the heat, as the number 15 tram passed, and recognising that one at the start, I jumped on. Luckily I was going in the right direction. Interesting that the tram, at €3.50 cost more than the Uber I could have ordered door to door!

The LX Factory was initially a textile manufacturing complex called Companhia de Fiação e Tecidos Lisbonense, established in 1846. By the late 20th century the factory had become obsolete, and the complex was abandoned. Definitely a recommendation to visit, but you don't need more than a couple of hours. It might be a better use of time to go in the evening as it doesn't open until 11am.

[phonelyai]

Hairdresser App With Appointment Booking

Unwritten is a sleek hairdresser app offering seamless appointment booking, tailored to your schedule. Experience convenience and style at your fingertips. Redefine your hairdressing business experience.

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Wheresitapp: The Simple Solution to Creating Your Own Business App

Once upon a time, there was a talented hairdresser named Helen who ran a popular salon in town. Helen loved making her clients feel beautiful and confident with her amazing haircuts and styling skills. However, she was always on the lookout for new ways to reach out to her clients and make their salon experience even better.

One day, while scrolling through her phone, Helen came across the idea of creating an app for her salon. She had heard about how useful apps could be for businesses, but the thought of creating one seemed overwhelming to her. She was worried that she might not have the technical knowledge to make it happen.

But Helen was determined to give it a shot, so she started researching online for help. That's when she stumbled upon a company called "Wheresitapp." They were a team of experts who helped people create their own apps, without the need for technical jargon or experience.

Helen was delighted to hear this and quickly reached out to the team at Wheresitapp. They were very friendly and took the time to understand her needs and requirements for her salon app. They explained everything in simple terms and made the whole process a breeze for her.

Before she knew it, Helen had her very own salon app, which her clients could use to book appointments, view the latest styles, and get special offers. Her clients loved the convenience of the app, and it quickly became a huge success.

Helen now looks back and laughs at how intimidated she was by the thought of creating an app. She couldn't believe how simple the process was, and how the guys at Wheresitapp made it all possible. She was grateful for their help and happy to have made such a positive change in her business.

From that day on, Helen's salon continued to thrive, and she never hesitated to try out new technologies to improve her services. She was a true inspiration to her clients and other business owners who were hesitant to explore the world of apps and technology.

If you're a business owner like Helen and have been considering creating your own app but are feeling overwhelmed, I encourage you to take that first step and reach out to experts like the team at Wheresitapp. With their help, you can create a customized app that will improve your business and make life easier for your clients. Don't wait any longer, take action and see your business grow!

[iskedo]

Nail Salon Appointment App

Are you currently seeking a hassle-free method to schedule your upcoming nail salon appointment? We cordially invite you to explore our nail salon booking application, designed to provide you with a seamless and highly efficient experience. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and make your reservation now!

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GlowUp App Set to Transform the Beauty Industry - Launching on September 8th!

Are you tired of the hassle of booking salon appointments, waiting in long queues, and struggling to secure your preferred time slot? Well, the beauty industry is about to experience a game-changer! We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of the GlowUp app on September 8th.

What is GlowUp, you ask?

GlowUp is not just another run-of-the-mill beauty app; it's a revolutionary platform designed exclusively for hairdressers and salons, promising to transform the way you book your salon appointments. With its user-friendly interface and seamless functionality, this app is poised to become your go-to tool for all things beauty-related.

So, what makes GlowUp stand out from the crowd?

Effortless Appointment Scheduling: Say goodbye to the frustrations of calling salons, waiting on hold, or struggling to find the right time for your beauty treatment. With GlowUp, booking appointments becomes as easy as a few taps on your smartphone.

Your Favorite Hairdressers, Your Way: GlowUp enables you to effortlessly schedule appointments with your preferred hairdressers. Whether you need a quick trim or a complete makeover, this app has got you covered.

Explore Salon Services: GlowUp goes beyond just appointment booking. You can explore a wide range of salon services, check out customer reviews, and even make secure online payments, all within the app.

The Launch Date: September 8th

Mark your calendars because September 8th is the day when the beauty industry will take a giant leap forward. The GlowUp app promises to bring convenience, accessibility, and style to your beauty routines.

What to Expect on Launch Day

As we gear up for the grand launch, here's a sneak peek at what you can expect:

Exciting Promotions: To celebrate the launch, we will be offering exclusive promotions and discounts that you won't want to miss. Pamper yourself or gift a beauty treatment to a loved one – the choice is yours!

User-Friendly Experience: Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that GlowUp is as user-friendly as it is functional. You can expect a smooth and intuitive interface that makes booking appointments a breeze.

A Growing Network: GlowUp is all about connecting you with top-notch salons and skilled hairdressers. We're excited to expand our network and introduce you to some of the best beauty professionals in the industry.

Stay Tuned for More

As the countdown to September 8th begins, we'll be sharing more updates, tips, and sneak peeks of what's to come with GlowUp. Be sure to follow us on social media and visit our website to stay in the loop.

The beauty industry is about to get a makeover of its own, and we can't wait to have you on board. Get ready for a stunning transformation with GlowUp! Subscribe us on YouTube for more.

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Cost To Develop An On-Demand Salon App Like Glamsquad

Pampering yourself at a massage parlor or beauty parlor or hair salon is just one way to pamper yourself after a hard day at work. It's also a perfect way to treat yourself.

While you are looking for the best hair salon or hair salon, you will end up going to a place where you did not get what you like or you were never satisfied with how the barber cut your hair or how the manicurist took care of your hair. of your nails Due to this, the need to have a beauty salon app is rampant. The beauty salon application that is installed on your mobile phone will give you the opportunity to search and search for the best salon that suits your beauty care needs.

Recommended To Read: On-Demand Beauty Services App Development in 2023

With the Beauty Salon app, business or beauty salon owners will have more chances to be seen or noticed by customers, especially those who are always looking for something new that can make them more beautiful. Your beauty salon app includes a catalog of the different services and treatments that you can give to your clients. With the catalog, your customers will find it easy to book directly from their mobile devices.

How Does a Beauty Salon App Work?

The development of on-demand beauty services apps has given individual stylists, hairdressers, and makeup artists a great opportunity to expand their business. Now it has become a source of employment as there is a strong demand for this on-demand industry. If you are wondering how the beauty services app works, it just works like Uber but it is only limited to offering beauty services.

After a particular user downloads the app, they can easily book a local stylist from the options listed within the on-demand beauty app. Once the reservation is confirmed, a stylist will come at the chosen time and perform the services that users require. The mobile application for salons thus allows users to perform their beauty treatment in the comfort of their homes.

The Key Features Of The Salon Booking App

In order for the application to meet the needs of both clients who are looking for the cost of developing a beauty salon service according to their time preferences and beauty specialists who want to earn money in their spare time, the application has two interfaces. different with a different physiognomy.

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For Customers:

Registration: Allows users to easily authenticate themselves and embark on the journey.

Login: Users can log in using credentials or through social channels.

View Salons: Users can view the list of salon professionals with specific beauty skills in the nearby region.

Find Salons: Advanced filter allows users to search for salon professionals that match their beauty service needs.

View Salon Profile: After selecting the salon professional, users can view their profile, including services offered, prices, hours available, and contact information.

Reservation History: Users' previous reservations and visits can be consulted to check their experience and ratings.

Appointment Booking: Just one tap on the “Book Now” button and services can be booked for the specified times. The pre-booking feature can also be enabled.

Easy Payment: Payment can be easily made with multiple payment options such as cash, credit/debit card, or other payment gateways.

Push Notifications: Users' attention can be captured by sending notifications about the latest offer, amazing discounts or deals, or the launch of a new service.

Rating system: Users can provide feedback on services received, which other users can view before booking the appointment.

In-app chat: Users can communicate with professionals within the app regarding the request for changes in time, and the professional can inform them about the delay due to traffic jams and more.

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For Beauty Professionals:

Registration: This form allows professionals to embark on the journey within the application.

Profiler: Stylists can provide all the information such as services offered, appointment availability, experience, previous bookings, and others.

View patron request: The salon owner can view and assign the patron request to the service specialist.

Scheduling appointments: The stylist has complete freedom to accept or reject the reservation request according to his availability.

In-App Chat: Professionals can chat with clients when needed.

Cost management: The price of the service is variable and can be increased or decreased by the service provider depending on the season or peak hours.

Additional Features That Should be Included In The Application

With so many apps on the market, creating a new one will require time, effort, and increased user involvement. The app can be made attractive by including features that are unique and not found in other apps to make the user feel new. Some of the features that can be included are:

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Customer reviews and comments: help users choose the right salon.

Geographical Locations: This feature allows you to track the live location of the beauty expert.

Advanced Filters: Quickly access the details of the required service based on price or other factors.

In-app chat support: Quickly resolve customer inquiries and complaints to provide seamless service.

Social Media Integration: Allows you to easily record and share reviews on social media to improve app visibility.

How Much Will it Cost You to Make An App Like GlamSquad?

Estimating the cost of developing a mobile application is a procedure that considers several elements, a list that goes beyond technology and features. However, having built several on-demand beauty apps, we can help you with estimating your Salon App Development cost, especially if you plan to stick with the must-have features and tech stack mentioned above.

The estimate of creating an on-demand beauty app in India will turn out to be between $30K and $40K. One essential thing to note here is that the rank would automatically increase if you get the app created by a US or UK-based organization. It will also increase if you plan to add some advanced features to your application.

Final Thoughts

There are no services that cannot be availed from an online application, and salon services are no longer an exception. Since this is a growing sector, many business-minded individuals have set their eyes on providing salon services at home through an app. And if we talk about the cost of developing a salon app, then you should contact a mobile app development company in USA.

We are one of the leading Mobile application development companies in san diego that can create the best salon app for your startup or salon and spa business. We have highly skilled and dedicated mobile app developers who can create a salon app for your business.

For more information or inquiries related to the development of mobile applications, immediately consult our team of consultants. We will help you to know the cost of salon application development for your business.

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Get A Whopping Start In Industry With Salon App Development in 2023!

It can be really frustrating not to get the time for waiting long periods at the salon. Do you feel the comfort of booking an appointment at your favorite beauty salon just from the comfort of your home? Furthermore, getting offers and deals offered by salons and saving time from waiting in crowds. All this sounds so amusing!

The beauty sector is one of the booming trends. Proving on-demand beauty services can really up your game! Forbes says 28% of beauty experts, hairdressers, cosmetologists, and makeup artists work as freelancers. The beauty salon industry is predicted to reach $190 billion by 2024. Getting salon app development will significantly impact the outcome. Health and beauty is a steady business and your business has a really good chance to earn millions. Let's see how this all works!

Why Invest in Beauty Salon App Development?

Everyone wants to look beautiful and get groomed in a salon. The industry is growing up at an exponential rate and competitors are now looking for better alternatives. Currently, the salon industry is worth $532 billion and is estimated to reach $716.6 billion by 2025. Your business can offer the best services to customers and help freelance professionals like stylists, hairdressers, and cosmetologists. Now the question arises how can you stand out in the market? Well, here are some features that you must consider looking at;

Advanced Features To Offer In Your Beauty Service App

Signup/Login via Social Accounts 

Make it easy for users to sign up in-app without having to fill out long forms.

Push notifications

Notifications are essential for keeping users engaged with your app. This helps in informing the salon app users about recent updates, upcoming appointments or new beauty videos.

Ratings 

Allow your users to leave their ratings and reviews since the target audience can easily determine the value of your app through the reviews.

In-app navigation

Users often have a hard time finding their way to a beauty salon. Even beauty service providers can't locate customers’ homes. It can be helpful if your app has a navigation system that helps users find their way to the right place. 

SMS Authentication

Users are authenticated by accessing a secure platform rather than by supplying a password.

On-demand Beauty Salon App Development Cost

Well, the cost of beauty service app development depends on several factors such as app complexity, features, third-party integrations, platforms, back-end operations, and more. You can either go for an hourly-based model or a fixed-price model. A fixed pricing model is definitely cost-effective especially when you outsource a salon app development company. They can help you with extra features, mock testing and app modifications whenever needed. The average price range of development is $50,000- $1,00,000 based on your needs.

Wrapping Up

Clearly, beauty salon service apps play a crucial role in making people’s lives easier. Just in a few clicks, users can enjoy a variety of services. Getting salon app development is totally worthwhile. At Apptunix, we can help your app idea become a wonderful reality. Contact our expert team today and share your business requirements!