Portraits of the bride
Photos courtesy of Michelle
Tan
Makeup artists and hairstylists
abound in the market. Each one of them good
in their own right. The question then beckons,
'how does a bride select her makeup artist and
hairstylist?' Perhaps one of the most important
criteria to consider is 'chemistry'. Are you
comfortable with him or her? Is there a connection?
Do you get along well?
Posing in London
Makeup and hair by Michelle
Tan, photos courtesy of Bonnie Yap
Apart from these intangibles,
it is also imperative that you :
Do some research.
Ask for recommendations from friends.
Seek advice from wedding industry professionals.
View their portfolio of work.
Consider their fee structure and see if
it fits into your budget.
Insist on a trial session.
Talk about the current trends in relation
to your preferences.
One
you have had your mind set on a particular makeup
artist and hairstylist, ensure that you pay a
deposit and secure the date. Good service providers
are always in demand and if you delay making a
firm commitment to engage their services, they
may be booked by the time you decide to hire them.
Tip
: Set a condition that they only take on one client
on your wedding day - you!
