Weddings Winter 2009 > Brides

About Face Makeup, Inc.

During consultations, makeup artist Noelle Bonham creates a customized look for each bride and instructs on how to keep her makeup and hair in place until the end of the reception. Bonham also offers airbrush tans and foundation coverage to hide skin flaws and tattoos. From $400.

Amanda Shackleton

It’s one-stop shopping with Shackleton, who offers both hair and makeup services. Her natural technique ensures that women look as effortless in person as they do in photos. Trials start at $125 for hair or makeup and $175 for both; day-of hair and makeup is $500; brides can book Shackleton for the entire day from $1,000.

BridalGal at De Paola Lowrance Center

Lilly Rivera is a pro at airbrush makeup, which makes her looks long-wearing and waterproof. A trial is $175; day-of makeup on location is $375 for the bride, and $175 for each additional person (three-person minimum).

Butterfly Studio

This Gramercy Park salon specializes in black-tie- wedding makeup—full in-salon services start at $150, and on-location styling for the bridal party begins at $1,500. Veteran makeup artist Francesca Roman’s hand-applied makeup lasts up to ten hours with touch-ups; airbrushed makeup lasts ten to twelve.

Cheek to Chic

Makeup pro Raychel Wade works closely with brides on what she calls the “You on Your Best Day” package (three-person minimum, including the bride, from $700). Each additional person is $150. She also offers application lessons ($175).

Christan Burran

Burran’s high-fashion work has appeared in Harper’s Bazaar and Rolling Stone, but she’s happy to work on whatever look suits the bride. On the big day, Burran soothes the bridal party with aromatherapy oils and candles. Trials are $250, the bride’s makeup is $500, and each additional person is $250.

Damali NYC

For $250 to $350, this Bobbi Brown–trained team will ensure a smudge-proof, photo-ready bride; they also offer eyelash extensions and spray tans. Consultations are $150 for the bride (part of which goes toward the final cost), and $150 for bridesmaids.

Dominique Salon

The bridal package ($500) offers unlimited styling by Dominique de Anfrasio for however many people will fit into a three-hour time frame. The same goes for makeup. For the bride alone, it’s $300 for hair and $300 for makeup.

Eve Pearl

A five-time Emmy Award-winning makeup artist, Pearl specializes in gorgeous, organic looks. Trials start at $150 and wedding-day makeup ranges from $125 for bridesmaids to $500 for the bride.

Francesca Maniace

Maniace is committed to clean, precise looks that won’t go out of style, and her airbrush technique ensures that the makeup will stay in place all day. A trial is $150; wedding-day application for the bride is $400, and from $150 per person for the bridal party.

James Boehmer

Although high-fashion looks are Nars artist Boehmer’s specialty, he’s equally skilled at low-key jobs—and can break out the airbrush to create an instant tan ($300 per person). Consultations start at $200.

Jessica Liebeskind Make-up Artistry

Brides won’t find an abundance of false lashes in this makeup-artist’s kit. Liebeskind (a Fashion Week regular at Reem Acra, Badgley Mischka, and Amsale) likes to keep things practical, natural, and timeless. To make sure her subtle aesthetic clicks with her client’s, she suggests booking a “chemistry trial” ($250). Wedding-day application from $1,000.

Jill Harth Cosmetics

Having spent two decades producing international beauty pageants as well as working in film and television, Harth uses airbrush techniques to transform a beleaguered complexion into a blemish-free face. A two-hour trial application is $150. Wedding-day rates are $395 for the bride; $125 for each additional client.

Keri Berman

Berman, whose work has been featured in previous editions of this magazine, is known for both her friendly professionalism and her contouring and highlighting. Consultations are $250. Wedding makeup application for the bride and one other person is $1,000; each additional person is $200.

Kimara Ahnert Makeup and Skincare Studio

Ahnert’s luxe studio is perennially booked, so it’s best to make appointments early—three to six months in advance. In-studio trials are $150 with a staff member and $185 with Ahnert. On-location work starts at $700, or $1,000 for Ahnert herself. There is a three-person minimum for all services.

Kim Do

This pro’s focus is on flawless, luminous skin. Do likes to schedule trials ($250) three to six months in advance and will travel to make up the bride on the wedding day ($425, plus travel fee).

Laura Geller Makeup Studio

In her sleek Upper East Side studio, Geller matches brides-to-be with her team of veteran makeup artists based on personality compatibility; an in-house wedding coordinator arranges appointments. Trials are $95; day-of application is $300. Brides can arrange for an artist to be on hand for touch-ups ($150 an hour).

Lea Siegel

In an in-depth consultation session, this on-the-go makeup artist will discuss how she plans to craft the look so that it lasts for hours and photographs well. From $300.

Lori Hamlin Inc.

Working out of her Soho studio, Hamlin applies more than 120 synthetic lashes one by one—$750 for the first application; $250 for the re-lash. (Her associate charges $450 for lash extensions and $150 for the touch-up.) For wedding-day makeup with Hamlin, prices start at $1,500 for a half day; a consultation and trial is $350.

Lorin Cole

With more than 25 years of experience, former Vogue model Cole turns out fresh, flawless faces and shares personalized makeup tricks to try at home. Trials are $200. Wedding makeup application for the bride and two others is $800.

Make-up by Anabelle Laguardia

This Laura Geller alum is known for her eye contouring (the secret is individual lash applications) and her serenity in the midst of nuptial chaos. Consultations are $100 per person. Makeup on the day of the wedding starts at $100.

Marina Kanes

Former makeup marketer Kanes knows her products—she even still consults on emerging makeup brands. She can be booked for the entire wedding day, and also provides the bride with a survival package: lipstick, blotting paper, and a touch-up kit. Consultations from $75; makeup from $200.

Matthew Nigara

Although Nigara is primarily a runway makeup artist, he still finds time for wedding work. Individual consultations cost $300, and if it’s a big wedding party, Nigara will show up with two assistants ($1,000 for the bride and an additional person; $150 for each extra guest). For $1,750, he’ll stay the whole day.

Meredith Carre

This certified aesthetician is happy to help brides with a skin-clearing treatment or waxing regimen, and her light makeup application keeps skin from feeling layered and heavy. Trials cost $50. She will travel anywhere for on-site applications and touch-ups ($225 for the bride; $125 for each bridesmaid).

Piera Canu

This Italian makeup artist has worked with several top fashion magazines, and is known for bringing luminous looks to her clients’ faces with a soft and natural base. Packages, which include the bride and two of her entourage, start at $800; trials $200.

Robin Narvaez at Salon Eliut Rivera

For the bride who craves control, Narvaez is the perfect safety net. During the mandatory wedding trial ($160), clients learn to apply makeup, receive personalized shopping lists, and get their eyebrows expertly plucked. On-site makeup is $200 per hour.

Sally Duvall

As the former assistant to the late great Kevyn Aucoin, Duvall is known for creating sophisticated looks using minimal makeup. Wedding-day makeup is $275 for the bride and $95 for each additional person. For groups of four or more, it’s $225 for the bride and $85 for others; or Duvall can make up the whole party for $1,000 (ten hours).

Sandy Linter at Rita Hazan Salon

Linter has a high-reaching reputation in this city and abroad—she did Elizabeth Hurley’s wedding in London. After a $350 trial session, she charges $500 for bride’s makeup in the salon (on-location prices upon request).

Sheryl Eriksson

For a camera-ready, bridal-magazine look (her work has appeared in Martha Stewart Weddings, among others), clients pay Eriksson $300 per hour. She will also travel (prices upon request).<

Stephanie Barr

One of New York’s airbrush-technique pioneers, Barr is a master of the form. Plus, she’ll travel for on-site applications. Consultations are $250 ($100 goes toward day-of services); a combination of airbrush and traditional applications is $450 for the bride, and $150 for each additional person.

Three Custom Color Specialists

For makeup that’s hand-blended to match any skin tone, brides count on Three Custom Color Specialists. The trial and consultation for the bride costs $125 ($85 for each additional person; products are extra). On-site applications start at $350 ($150 for each additional person).

Trish McEvoy

Do-it-yourself brides come to McEvoy’s studio for an hour-long makeup lesson ($450 for McEvoy; $300 for a staff artist) and leave with detailed instructions and a full makeup kit. For those seeking a pro, a consultation and trial with one of their makeup artists is $125—$50 of which is redeemable in product. Day-of prices upon request.

From the Winter 2009 New York Wedding Guide