The Best Wedding Hair & Makeup Artists in Chicago, IL

The Best Wedding Hair & Makeup Artists in Chicago, IL

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170 Wedding Beauty Professionals in Chicago, IL

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Erin Smith Beauty Creations 

4.7

  • Team of 16
  • Serves Chicago, IL

We have years of experience creating wedding art for each bridal group on their special day on site. Our bridal services are considered a creative luxury and our rates are based on the day, time of year, location, our experience, products used, and the number of ladies in the party.

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Erin and her girls were amazing from the moment I first reached out. Erin was always quick to respond and was super helpful with the entire planning process. Before my trial, Erin had looked up my social media so she already knew my vibe (simple and elegant). I showed her a few pictures and she had great ideas for the hairstyle. She helped me find the perfect hairpiece that made me confident I didn't want a veil. A few weeks before our wedding, we realized we were going to have a time crunch and within a few hours (late on a Monday evening), Erin added two girls to help so we wouldn't be stressed for time. Cassie did all of our hair and my make up. She was fast, efficient and very down to earth. Micaela helped with pre curls and she already seemed like she was a pro. Kylie did makeup for my bridesmaids and they all looked gorgeous. I cannot say enough great things about Erin & her crew. You won't regret booking with them.
Stephanie R., 4 months ago
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Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD 

5.0

  • Team of 21
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Chicago, IL

Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, will bring the salon to you on your wedding day. They create beautiful hair and makeup styling, offer facials, and do manicures and pedicures for a complete experience. With multiple licensed stylists available, Hairs 2 the Bride will work with groups of up to 50+ people.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn't be happier with the hair and makeup services provided for my wedding day! From the moment I walked in, the team made me feel like a true bride. They listened to all my ideas and brought my vision to life perfectly. The attention to detail was impeccable, and they used top-quality products that lasted all day and night. The compliments I received were endless, and I felt absolutely stunning. The entire experience was stress-free and enjoyable, thanks to their professionalism and warm, friendly demeanor. Haley did my hair, and Eva did my makeup. They were so sweet and attentive. I highly recommend their services to any bride looking to feel beautiful and confident on her special day! Thank you HTB!
Vanessa R., 5 months ago
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Makeup By Jacquee 

5.0

  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Chicago, IL

Hi there! I’m Jacquee. I am a licensed esthetician and freelance makeup artist. I was trained in makeup artistry and hair design at Make Up First in Chicago. My esthetics training was completed at the Universal Spa Training Academy in Downers Grove. So now that we’ve got that out of the way let’s talk about what I can help you with! I’m well versed in all areas of makeup from beauty and bridal to commercial, theatrical, and even special effects. I’m just as comfortable working on a film set as I am working with my brides. I enjoy making people feel good about themselves and I put my all into everything I do.

Awarded Best of Zola
Makeup By Jacquee was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the moment I reached out, Jacquee was kind, respectful and fun to communicate with. She took the time to understand my vision and preferences, and her professionalism put me at ease throughout the process. On the day of, Jacquee's work was nothing short of amazing - she created a beautiful, natural look that made me feel so confident and beautiful. I loved how natural the makeup appeared, and it lasted perfectly throughout the entire event. Jacquee truly helped make our special day even more perfect, and I cannot recommend her highly enough!
Madison, 4 days ago
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Anomalie Beauty Agency 

5.0

  • Team of 25
  • Starts at $230
  • Serves Chicago, IL
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We offer our services exclusively on site, offering a convenience unlike any other to our clients. Since the very beginning, our team has focused and specialized in Bridal Makeup & Hair Artistry. Thanks to our previous brides, we now collectively have over 1,000 Weddings under our belt! You can expect us to listen, ask questions, and provide you with our professional expertise to help customize a look that's just right for you. We want you to feel comfortable, beautiful, and confident! Because of our extensive team, full service planning & scheduling offered complimentary to our brides, we are able to accommodate large parties and groups.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mollie, Victoria and Becky were amazing! They’re so sweet and went out of their way to make each and every girl feel beautiful!
Megan G., 7 months ago
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Beauty By Ann Krause 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Team of 16

Beauty by Ann Krause is a wedding hair and makeup team based in Chicago, IL. This team of caring and talented artists will help you to narrow down your inspiration photos and create the Bridal look you have always dreamed of. Ann prides herself in taking away the stress of wedding morning preparations with beauty services brought to your location and following a timeline customized to meet your needs.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can’t say enough amazing things about Ann! From the start, her communication had all the details I needed and she followed up with me when needed to schedule my trial and get any necessary details for the day of. And I believe her prices are very fair and reasonable! I only used hair styling services since for my wedding. I showed Ann a few inspiration pictures, and at the trial she absolutely exceeded my expectations!! I couldn’t stop looking at the pictures leading up to my wedding. The day of, Ann showed up on time, set up quickly, and was clear about any other items she needed. She stuck to our timeline and gave ever girl the look they asked for flawlessly. With a couple of tweaks like adding in my hair clips, Ann once again exceeded my vision and created a definite conversation piece for the night! It was exactly the look I was picturing and more, I got so many compliments and my flower girls thought I was a Disney Princess. Which I call a win! Ann was an absolute delight to work with and I really hope I get to see her again!
Shelby M., 3 months ago
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Alyssa Lynn Makeup 

5.0

Chicago, IL

    Hi! I’m Alyssa, and I started my company out of my love for makeup. Cliché, I know. I grew up dancing and always had to have a full face of makeup. I quickly learned how much I enjoyed the entire process of getting glam. But to be honest, the best part of my job is making someone feel their absolute best. It is such an honor to be a part of someone’s special day. It truly fills my heart, and I look forward to building ongoing relationships with every one of my clients.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Alyssa Lynn was always super quick to respond and super nice throughout the entire process from start to end. Her artist, Natalie from Alyssa Lynn Makeup did my make up for my wedding day (Aug 31, 2024) and the work she did was phenomenal! She was able to hide my stress acne and I got soooo many compliments and my entire bridal party loved their looks too! Natalie was super relaxed which is just what I needed as the wedding day nerves kicked in. From the moment I sat in the makeup chair I was able to relax. She was great at making any adjustments we wanted as well. Everyone said my makeup held up nicely throughout the entire day and I am in love with every picture I've took. I seriously wish she could do my makeup everyday as she really helped make me feel stunning. Highly recommend!
    Emelia D., 3 months ago
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    Blush And Braids Beauty Bar 

    4.9

    Chicago, IL
    • Team of 56
    • Starts at $500

    Our specialties are sultry and natural glam makeup, as well boho chic hair, and gorgeous sleek and elevated styles! We have experience with a range of skin and hair types and tones, as well as a wide range of products, including airbrush makeup and hair extensions. We provide in-studio and on-site beauty services in Chicago and surrounding suburbs, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan. We also have a new location in Tacoma, WA, and have artists in the greater PNW area. We specialize in services for weddings and special events.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I could not recommend Blush and Braids more highly! They were on time, very kind to work with, and did INCREDIBLE work with my bridal services and for all my bridesmaids. My curls and extensions lasted all night throughout dancing and warm temps, and I got tons of compliments on my makeup even through the afterparty. I highly recommend them!
    Rachel S., 3 months ago
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    Windy City Glam - Best Bridal Hair & Makeup Team 

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Team of 17
    • Starts at $700

    We are a team of mobile professional hairstylists and makeup artists who help brides feeling and looking their best self! Weddings, engagement shoots, bridal showers, bachelorette parties. Soft glam makeup with glowing skin and chic hairdos are what we're best known for!

    My sister (Maid of Honor) recommended for me to use Windy City Glam because that is what all her friends used for their weddings & they exceeded expectations by far!! My hair & make-up turned out INCREDIBLE and held up the entire night. Cath & her team are extremely talented artists & knowledgeable professionals - they were also very efficient so we were actually ahead of schedule! This alleviated a lot of stress for the day not running late for photos the day-of. I'm also glad I did a hair and make-up trial ahead of time in the fall for my engagement photoshoot.
    Victoria L., 7 months ago
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    Beauty by Lutkaaa 

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Starts at $115

    I specialize in bridal and special occasion hair 👰🏻‍♀️👰🏼‍♀️👰🏽‍♀️👰🏾‍♀️ I'm a very professional Hair Artist, I focus on listening to what you’re looking for, share my great energy. My purpose is to produce a super comfortable work relationship with you and my main goal is for you to completely love the end result!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Lutkaa is an EXCELLENT stylist! She always captures my personality when doing my hair for different types of events. She’s efficient and professional, and intuitive about her client’s desires. Most importantly, she’s committed to making sure that I have EXACTLY what I want for my events. I highly recommend her! Wedding Emily
    Emily, a year ago
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    Niche Beauty by Kaedi 

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Team of 3
    • Starts at $150

    Hey there! I'm Kaedi, a master bridal and event hairstylist and owner of Lash Vandal Chicago. I am so grateful for the opportunity to beautify so many amazing people on their big day, rehearsal, galas, and just for life in general!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I had found Kaedi because I was searching for the best down-style curls out there and boy did she deliver! Not only that but all her updos were outstanding. My hair not only looked amazing but managed to stay through drizzling, wind, and dancing! Kaedi was a joy to work with and made everyone feel beautiful. She accommodated our last minute changes and was there bright and early with a smile. She understands your personality and understands what makes you feel beautiful (when she brought out the hair stickers, it was a game changer). Would recommend her all day everyday!
    Casey T., 3 years ago
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    Pin Me Up Chicago 

    4.9

    Chicago, IL
    • Starts at $75 per person

    Pin Me Up Chicago is a one-stop picturesque hair and makeup agency. Since 2009 we’ve been captivating the beauty industry with the most elite artists in the city. With over 2500+ happy brides and counting, Pin Me Up strives to provide exceptional services regardless of the occasion. From weddings to showers to everything in between, we have you covered!

    I chose Pin Me up Chicago basically because when I started reaching out to individual artists, I realized the price of them was getting way outside my budget. I didn't realize how expensive Hair & make Up would cost in the city of Chicago. I found PinMeUp from a friend referral and she had all positive things to say. I appreciated the lower cost and ability to pick specific services. They were very accommodating when I had to change my trials last minute due to a family emergency which I very much appreciated, and Jennifer, the primary contact, would respond in an efficient amount of time and would update the contract as I added and removed certain services which was nice to not be fully locked in as things changed. I ultimately chose them because of that more affordable cost. However, with a cheaper cost does create drawbacks. You don't get a say in who does your hair and makeup, and you can't see their work in advance, and they don't allow you to speak to them directly post the trial. At my trial, my make up artist, Mimi, was certainly skilled and you can tell as been doing this awhile. I do appreciate that she took my feedback and would adjust. Between the trial and the wedding, she really did take that feedback and knocked it out of the park at the wedding. My make up lasted all day, and she was even able to cover a vitiligo spot on my chest so it is barely noticeable. If given a choice, I would say you should ask for Mimi! She did a great job with my bridesmaids as well and could add glam when needed and also very light make up when requested. For my hair, I actually only had small feedback post trial, but she really struggled day of the wedding. I'm not sure what happened but it took an hour longer than it should have, my extension didn't stay hooked in so I had to fix them, and all the curl completely fell out in one hour and I had to recurl it prior to the ceremony. I don't love my hair from the wedding and I'm hoping over the years it won't bother me so much. She did however so great with my bridesmaids so I am not sure what happened with my bridal hair. Ultimately, you get a little of what you pay for, so if I could go back in time, I might have gone with a hair stylist that I knew could do the style that I wanted and just accepted the cost. Overall, it is a good budget friendly option for hair and make up.
    Jackie G., 5 months ago
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    Lueur Beauti Makeup 

    5.0

    Chicago, IL

      Rana is a highly trained Hair & Makeup Artist. Her love for art and makeup started at a very early age, and in 2006 her passion blossomed into a career. Since attending cosmetology school, Rana has worked on set with models and private clients, as well as brands like (Propel Fitness Water, Bare Minerals, Honest Beauty, Henri Bendel, Anthropologie, Michael Kors, Avia and Axe) & Celebrities (Zuleyka Rivera, Laurie Hernandez) Currently, she has moved to the Chicago area where she continues to strive in her field.

      Awarded Best of Zola
      Rana was a godsend for my wedding! She brought my vision to life and I felt the most beautiful I ever have felt in my life and that was all because of Rana! She is kind, patient, and is everything you want in a makeup/ hair stylist! She also did my maid or honors, moms, and mother in laws makeup and they loved it! She will not disappoint you and you will not regret working with her! Book her now!
      Clare O., 3 months ago
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      Chicago Makeup and Hair Professionals 

      5.0

      Chicago, IL
      • Starts at $650

      All of our stylists are active in the beauty industry, and hand picked for our amazing team. With years of experience, they are constantly updating their skills and keeping up with the latest trends. We make sure you achieve your best look possible for your special day.

      Awarded Best of Zola
      Audrey and her team did the most amazing job styling my bridal hair and styling for my bridal party! I am a long haired curly girl and Audrey literally turned me into Rapunzel on my wedding day!!!! She spent over an hour and a half styling my hair to make sure it was absolutely perfect and the end result was a work of art! I sincerely cannot say enough great things! Audrey is the biggest sweetheart, a total professional and a complete perfectionist in her work! Thank you Audrey and team for making my bridal hair dreams come true! You will not regret hiring Audrey for your wedding!
      Valerie F., a month ago
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      Visage Joli Makeup & Hair Chicago 

      5.0

      Chicago, IL
      • Team of 6

      Each of the Makeup & Hair Artists at Visage Joli are dedicated to putting our experience & talent into your weddings, events and productions. Our lead makeup artist, Wendy Kimmel, has 7 years of Fine Arts Training & has studied with some of the top makeup artists in the country. We have 30 years of experience in the Film, Television, Photographic and Wedding industries.

      Awarded Best of Zola
      Wendy was great and takes excellent care of her bride and clients! Wendy's years of experience and expertise was self evident in the final product; everyone (bride, bridesmaid, moms) looked stunning and the make up photographed beautifully. Her direct communication style and eye for detail kept the day of schedule on track. Truly a pleasure to have Wendy helping me get ready for the big day. I would very much recommend her skills and services for any event which requires you to look drop dead gorgeous!
      Christina A., 2 years ago
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      Glam with Luna Monét 

      5.0

      • Team of 5
      • Starts at $800
      • Serves Chicago, IL

      Glam with Luna Monét is the all-in-one team for hair and makeup offering effortless luxury by elite artists. Our Signature style of Elevated Soft Glam is that perfect mid point for the gals who love soft makeup and our full glam lovers. Luna is not only a Master artist and found of The Artistry Vibe Pro Team, but a proud queer woman who strives to create a LGBTQ inclusive bridal community. It's not just about the glam, but how I can make this journey as effortlessly luxurious with your own all inclusive glam squad. From the inquiry, bridal trial, wedding day, and everything in between you are our main focus!

      Awarded Best of Zola
      Glam with Luna Monét was an absolute dream to work with for my wedding day beauty needs. From our first interaction, Luna and her team were so friendly, professional, and fun to be around. They truly made me feel like the hottest woman alive - I've never felt so glamorous and beautiful before in my life! Luna is clearly passionate about what she does, and it shows in the high-end, flawless quality of her work. She and her team went above and beyond to ensure I looked and felt my absolute best on my special day. I can't recommend Glam with Luna Monét highly enough - they are worth every penny and more!
      Danielle F., 19 days ago
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      Elle Artistry LLC 

      4.0

      Chicago, IL
      • Starts at $100 per person

      Michelle Boyce is the owner and head beauty coordinator at Elle Artistry. She is a Chicago based certified makeup artist. She was professionally trained by Make Up First School of Makeup Artistry. She specializes in bridal and beauty makeup. Elle Artistry Bridal Team offers airbrush makeup, as well as, traditional. You can count on your look being tailored to your face shape, skin, and style. We also offer professional hairstyling including blowouts, updos, and half-up styles. Michelle and her team only uses high-quality professional products, so you will receive a celebrity grade look.

      I recently contacted Elle Artistry to have my makeup done for my wedding shower and I couldn’t be happier with my experience! I received multiple compliments on my makeup during the event, and the makeup withstood 90 degree weather to stay on all day! I definitely recommend Elle Artistry to anyone looking to have flawless makeup on their special day!
      Emily, 4 years ago
      Shannon O'Brien 

      5.0

      • Team of 4
      • Starts at $1,000 per person
      • Serves Chicago, IL

      Shannon and her team explore the captivating world of shape and color from a place of openness and expertise, with the conviction that beauty isn’t meant to be covered up, it’s meant to be celebrated. Creating looks for you to transcend without transforming who you are on your big day.

      Shannon O’Brien is a Godsend. I say this literally and figuratively. I was never a bride’s “Bride,” in that I didn’t have any thoughts about my wedding before I became engaged. Once the process started, my biggest concern was makeup. After having many bad experiences as a bridesmaid (all 200 times), I was very nervous about my "bridal look." Who doesn’t want to feel comfortable on their wedding day? I stumbled across Shannon’s Instagram page (shoutout to @Shannicat), and aside from her being the most fashionable and upbeat person, her brides all looked fantastic and most importantly, NATURAL. I knew I had to reach out. Sadly, I received the email that every bride dreads-- she was booked. Of course she was. Her talent is a known fact in the Chicago area. I was crushed, but I started the process of make-up trials with other makeup artists. While they were all very nice, I left each time feeling like a typical bride. No one was able to capture who I was without changing my features. I didn’t feel “special” or beautiful and something just didn’t sit right. Months passed, panic ensued, and the heavens opened: Shannon O’Brien was now available for my wedding. Instantly, I went to contract—no trial runs, no questions asked. I was so confident in this decision that I didn’t even schedule my first trial until 2 months before my wedding—me, the most type A individual, went on blind faith up until the finish line. Once I met Shannon, I knew I made the right decision. She opened the door with a huge smile on her face, assuring me that I would look exactly how I had envisioned. I showed her 3 photos, at most, and left the rest up to her. By time she had finished, I felt amazing. She enhanced my features, made me feel beautiful, and most importantly, I still looked like me! On the morning of the wedding, there was a common theme in the room: Everyone loved Shannon O’Brien. Bridesmaids were raving about her. No one asked for changes (how unheard of is that with 12 bridesmaids and two mothers?) Everyone gravitated to her station to watch her work, myself included. She made the entire group feel at ease between her relaxed demeanor and her uncanny ability to listen and capture everyone’s beauty. For the girls who wanted a natural look, she achieved it. For those that wanted a more done up look, she made it happen while still making them look classic and elegant. She was and IS an absolute dream come true. To give more weight to my confidence in Shannon, I ended up paying extra so that she would stick around for almost the entire evening. I knew there would be a lot of happy tears shed and touch ups would be a must, and I was right. Every time I went back to the room for Shannon to re-glamorize me, she celebrated with me, told me to take in the evening, and sent me back out reminding me of just how perfect this evening was. And she was right. Hiring Shannon was easily the best decision that I made throughout this wedding planning process. Although I didn’t know it then, she was truly the glue that helped keep it all together. She allowed me to look and feel my best self, and because of this, I was able to not let anything else get in the way of what was certainly the start to a lifetime of memories. I cannot recommend Shannon enough. She is one of the most talented and delightful individuals, and I look forward to hiring her for every big life event I, hopefully, have coming my way. Thank you, Shannon!
      Grace, 5 years ago
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      5.0

      Chicago, IL
      • Team of 10
      • Starts at $300

      **Please reach out directly through our website form. At Jules Fleming Artistry, we proudly offer a full range of customized beauty services including makeup artistry, hair styling and beauty assistance specifically designed to enhance your special day. Servicing Chicago, Chicagoland, Palm Beach, Orlando, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and beyond! Our team of talented artists are dedicated to providing an unforgettable, customized bridal experience that will keep you and your bridal party looking and feeling great!

      Jules Fleming Artistry was perfection in every sense of the word. They crafted a perfect style for my day exactly as I wanted it. They used luxurious high quality products that lasted all day in the Florida humidity. All of my bridesmaids, my mother, and my mother in law all look stunning in the photography and video from my wedding with the gorgeous styles Jules Fleming Artistry perfected for them. I recommend endlessly!
      Brooke and J., 3 years ago
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      Hair Love Luxury 

      5.0

      Chicago, IL
      • Team of 5
      • Starts at $550

      Hair Love Luxury was founded in 2020 by Laura. Laura believes that luxury is not only found in the products we use, but the services performed, professionalism, and education obtained to achieve. Laura is a master educator who has been 1:1 trained by the top world bridal experts, fashion weeks, and shown in Modern Luxury Magazine year after year. Based in both Chicago, IL, and Boulder, Co. We know that the start of your wedding day, is one of the most memorable and important part which is why we have an energy to our team that is unmatched. We do this all with a holistic approach, to match the vision of your dreams.

      From the moment I first reached out to Hair Love Luxury, I was impressed by their clear, fast, and professional communication. Laura and her talented team provided a seamless experience for getting our hair and makeup done on the wedding day. The results were absolutely beautiful - my bridal look was stunning, glam, soft, and effortless. Laura's energy is one of a kind, and she is the most genuine and talented beauty professional I've worked with. After two disappointing trials with other companies, I was so grateful to find Hair Love Luxury. Laura listened to exactly what I wanted and delivered it perfectly. I loved all of the high-quality products she used and even suggested for me to take home. Hair Love Luxury truly helped make our special day even more perfect.
      Christina, a month ago
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      ielle Beauty 

      5.0

      Chicago, IL
      • Team of 5
      • Starts at $400

      The i·elle beauty team has 10+ years of experience in the bridal industry. It was founded in 2016 by AJ and Danielle as a duo. They now have a partnership with Macy, who is officially a co-owner. Specializing in bridal events, i·elle travels all around the Chicagoland and Nashville area to provide hair and makeup services.

      I would absolutely recommend i.elle Beauty for your wedding day needs! They are extremely professional and amazing to work with. Danielle was super thorough from inquiry to the last moments of getting ready on wedding day. She took her time during our trial to fully understand what I was looking for and made sure that the end result was satisfactory. She also went above and beyond past trial to make sure that I was still happy with the results and fully prepared for the big day. I also appreciated the extra steps to make sure that every single person was taken care of and not just the bride! i.elle made sure they understood what my bridesmaids/mothers expected ahead of time and this made for a very smooth process for everyone! I had in total 11 people that used their services and every single person was happy with their result. The i.elle crew was fun, easy to work with, and brought the best vibes to our morning. If you're looking for a talented group and an overall non-stressful process, they are the perfect fit!
      Britney, a year ago

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