For over 25 years, Once Upon A Bride has been one of New York’s most trusted names in luxury bridal beauty. Built largely through referrals, our hand-selected artists are known for timeless glamour, impeccable service and a highly personalized experience. From your preview to the wedding day, every detail is tailored to you.

Virginia Martin is the founder of Bambalinas, a bridal beauty boutique based in New York City. She is an international makeup artist with over 20 years of experience in the industry, specializing in weddings both on-location and destination. Known for creating flawless, long-lasting looks with top-tier products, Virginia’s signature style is natural, and elegant. What sets Virginia apart is her extensive international background and two decades of experience in both the American and European beauty industries. As a trained aesthetician, she has an in-depth understanding of skincare and knows exactly what the skin needs for the best.

We earned The Best of Zola Award for 2025! One of the things that I love most about my craft is finding what makes you feel and look the most beautiful. With 15 years specializing in makeup and hair, every look is tailored to celebrate you. My promise is that I treat my clients as if it were my own wedding. While you gaze into the mirror looking your best, you are going to feel pampered and relaxed. My style is versatile to meet your needs. Think romantic, natural, ethereal, modern or elegant with a vintage nod. My team and I proudly serve and support LGBTQ/BIPOC 🏳️‍🌈 / Travel ready for destination weddings worldwide.

Beauty by Fomicheva is a NYC-based bridal beauty team of 17 professional hair and makeup artists, founded and led by Anastasia Fomicheva. Our signature is elevated natural glam: luminous, breathable skin, softly defined features, and polished, long-lasting hairstyles. We believe bridal beauty should never feel heavy, cakey, or mask-like.

I’ve been creating Glam and natural Bridal looks for over 3 years and learning the latest trends with makeup in New York. What started as a hobby led me to launch my business as a freelance makeup artist three years ago and I’ve since been certified by Lauren D’amelio, Kryolan Cosmetics and twelve international artists from The Makeup Lovers Conference. I also work with editorial clients creating daring yet on brand looks. I have an upcoming project to execute the makeup vision for an ad campaign in Times Square for ShopYahaira Shapewear. Make sure to look out for it!

Hi! I'm Talia and in 2018 I created Simple + Sultry. I had been working in the world of weddings for a few years, and in 2017 I married my husband and my craft became that much more special to me. I want to help people glow on their big day. Everyone deserves their day of love and laughter and I want to help create the day of your dreams. Simple + Sultry was named after my artistic style. I find beauty in soft, simple yet sultry looks with a laissez-faire whim about them.

Zhané Thorpe is a licensed Natural Hair Specialist, who loves love and decided to pivot into becoming a bridal natural hair stylist! Within 7 years of experience in the beauty industry, Zhané's focus has been caring for & styling all textures from wavy to coily hair textures. Because it has been such a rewarding experience thus far, it led her to create HOB Bridal!

Beauty by Vespa is a Brooklyn-based beauty collective founded by artist Elena Sharandak, offering effortless, editorial-inspired hair and makeup for modern brides who value individuality and understated luxury. We specialize in soft, glowing skin, natural yet intentional hairstyles, and looks that feel more fashion editorial than traditional bridal. Alongside beauty services, we offer a trusted creative circle of photographers, florists, and planners to ensure a seamless and artfully curated wedding experience. Elena’s work has been trusted by remarkable women like Lisa Andersen, Brooke Shields, and Samantha Barry.

We are a team of seasoned professionals specializing in comprehensive beauty services, including hair styling, barbering, makeup, nail care, and esthetician treatments. We proudly serve clients across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Long Island, and Upstate New York, bringing our top-tier beauty services to your doorstep. Choose BridalBloom for unparalleled expertise and a commitment to perfection. Let us be part of your journey to a day filled with beauty, joy, and unforgettable memories.

At Aradzon, we believe every bride deserves to feel effortlessly beautiful on her special day. We specialize in makeup and hairstyling that enhances your natural beauty and complements your wedding vision. From timeless elegance to modern chic, we bring your dream bridal look to life.

Based in Brooklyn, NY, Makeup by Lauren Marie specializes in soft, natural makeup for weddings and special events. Whether you’re looking for a fresh, glowing look or something subtly enhanced, Lauren’s goal is to highlight your natural beauty. With years of experience and a passion for enhancing rather than masking, she uses high-quality products and gentle techniques to create a look that feels effortless, timeless, and uniquely you.

On your wedding day, you want to look like the best version of yourself. It’s one of your happiest days and you want everything to be perfect, especially your makeup, because all eyes are on you! New York City based makeup artist Michelle Coursey has years of experience and can help you look beautiful, elegant and radiant. Michelle is an accomplished makeup artist with years of experience in the beauty industry. She specializes in the clean, flawless, elegant makeup that brides want. She understands that brides want to look their absolute best on their wedding day, but still look like themselves.

Beautiful Brides by Vesta brings over 20 years of expertise in makeup and hair services to weddings and events. Based in NYC and serving the tri-state area, Vesta and her team create stress-free, unforgettable experiences, ensuring every bride and her party feel radiant. With a background in TV, video, and photo shoots Vesta brings red-carpet tested techniques to the world of bridal beauty. Based in Brooklyn and serving the tri-state area and beyond, Beautiful Brides by Vesta is dedicated to creating flawless long-wear looks that feel as good in person as they look on camera.

Olivia is devoted to crafting a serene atmosphere that exudes positivity and tranquility, ensuring an incredibly soothing experience. She recognizes the significance of feeling like the most authentic and confident version of oneself on the wedding day. With her expertise in skincare and makeup, Olivia will collaborate with you to develop a customized beauty regimen that caters to your individual requirements and tastes. Throughout your partnership, Olivia will radiate positivity, providing encouragement and assistance with her reassuring presence and demeanor.

Makeup That Is Never Cakey + Hairstyles That Are Never Stiff For the bride that wants to look effortless but feel like a celebrity. - Specializing in both bridal hair and makeup, I create aesthetically cohesive looks designed to complement your personal style and features. - Using principles of facial balancing I create flattering styles for an undetectable transformation - My signature makeup style can be recognized by it’s glowy, real skin-like finish, ethereal blush, undetectable contouring, and defined, neutral eyes with custom lashes. - My signature smooth texture updos look effortless (even though we know they are not!)

As a bridal hairstylist, my approach is rooted in care, patience, and personalization. My goal is to enhance my brides’ natural beauty in a way that feels effortless and authentic. I focus on tailoring each detail to ensure they feel confident, radiant, and truly themselves on their special day. Seeing my brides light up when they see the final result is the most rewarding part of my work

Makeup is a passion and listening to and understanding what clients wants and needs are is something that I take a lot of pride in. Making them feel beautiful and confident on one of most important days of their lives is truly an honor. I always aim to create a safe and easeful environment during applications, maintaining sanitization protocol guided by the state and CDC. My kit is always being edited and perfected, containing current and luxury brand products that give the most optimal look, feel, and and wear. I carry clean/vegan beauty products whenever possible, working for even the most sensitive of skin types.

I thought I would share with you what 'Alessarro' means. 'Ales' ... taken from Alessio ... my mother's family name & 'sarro' ... taken from DiSarro ... my father's family name Growing up I was very fortunate to be close to both sides of my family. So why not name my business after the people the helped mold me into the woman that I am today. I am also forever indebted to many of them for stepping up to be a model as I cultivated my artistic ability. Ashley is a Brooklyn-based makeup artist and hairstylist; the creative force behind Alessarro Beauty.

Hi, I’m Anna - a professional bridal makeup artist and hair stylist based in New York City with over 8 years of experience and 100+ happy brides. I specialize in timeless, refined, and camera-ready bridal looks with a focus on natural beauty and elegance. My goal is to enhance your features while keeping you looking like yourself - confident, fresh, and radiant. I offer on-location services across NYC, bridal trials, and beauty services for brides, bridesmaids, and family members. I believe your wedding morning should feel calm, organized, and joyful.

Our Award-Winning, Highly Experienced, Professional brand of At-Your-Location Hair and Makeup services will make your wedding day fun, stress-free and we’ll keep you on-schedule! We consider all of your personal attributes and dreams for your look, drawing inspiration from classic icons and the latest trends. The Bespoke team collaborates with you every step of the way. We will leave you with a long lasting look that’s right for you, dazzles everyone and makes you feel amazingly beautiful.

Vinnetta Scrivo is a Emmy Award winning Makeup Artist and Local 798 Union Artist with 20 years of Television, Radio, Bridal, Editorial and Salon experience. Skilled in Makeup, Mens grooming, Skin care expert, Educator, Special FX, eyebrows, lashes, and knowledgeable on many aspects of beauty. Beauty Expert for TV, fashion/wellness and bridal publications, online tutorials and radio. Vinnetta became part of The Martha Stewart Show beauty team for 10 years, which included doing Martha’s makeup for photo shoots, press events and Martha Stewart’s Wedding Magazine.

A Portland, Oregon native, Tiffany has been working in makeup artistry for more than 20 years. At the beginning of her career, she worked with brands such as MAC, Smashbox, and Benefit. She developed her craft by providing makeup services or their events, portraits and fashion shoots. Soon she was working with celebrities, CEOs and Political Dignataries. Tiffany’s work has been selected to be featured on numerous wedding blogs. Interestingly, her path recently lead her to direct the documentary film, Larger Than Life: The Kevyn Aucoin Story about the legendary makeup artist Kevyn Aucoin.​

Makeup is a passion and listening and understanding my clients needs are something that I take a lot of pride in. Making them feel beautiful and confident on one of most important days of their lives is truly an honor.

With over 10 years of experience, Johanna Marte is a New York–based professional makeup artist specializing in luxury bridal and editorial beauty. Known for her refined, glowing aesthetic, Johanna blends timeless elegance with a modern, fashion-forward touch — creating looks that feel effortlessly beautiful both in person and on camera. Her calm, detail-oriented approach ensures every bride feels confident, radiant, and truly herself on her wedding day. From the bride to the entire bridal party, Johanna delivers a luxury beauty experience that’s as memorable as the moment itself.

Welcome to Glammed by Ria! I am a traveling make-up artist with over 13 years experience based in New York City. I believe that every bride should look and feel beautiful on their special day. Glammed by Ria is here to create the look that is timeless and ensures that you and your bridal party look and feel their absolute best.

I am a bridal makeup and hair stylist based in New York. I create timeless, elegant, and long-lasting looks that enhance each bride’s natural beauty. My goal is to make every bride feel confident, radiant, and comfortable on her special day.”

Bad Brides Club is a wedding, beauty and creative direction agency created by Elena Miglino and Korey Fitzpatrick. They created this agency after years of being in the industry and seeing the same wedding on repeat. Although every wedding needs tradition, every bride deserves originality, it is your day after all. That's where BBC steps in… we’re here to break the bridal rules and bring a modern day twist to a traditionally beautiful day.

Stefanie founded Pre-Dame Beauty after spending 12 successful years on set in the editorial and commercial industry. She has always loved enhancing a woman’s natural features and bringing out her most confident self through makeup so her move towards bridal was no surprise. Stefanie wants women to see makeup as a tool to celebrate yourself and the skin you’re in, not hide behind layers of foundation and contour. She sees every face as a new palate to explore and it is truly an experience to watch her move about adding little touches to create that perfect look.

I’m Oleksandra Leiko, a professional makeup artist and hairstylist with over 8 years of experience in the beauty industry. I specialize in bridal makeup and hairstyling, creating elegant, long-lasting looks tailored to each bride’s features, style, and vision. My goal is to make every bride feel confident, beautiful, and completely herself on one of the most important days of her life. I’m based in New York City and available for on-location bridal services.

I’ve been passionate about beauty for as long as I can remember, and I’ve been doing makeup for over 10 years. I love all things beauty, but what truly fuels me is seeing my clients’ reactions when they see their finished look. My goal is always to enhance natural beauty while creating a calm, elevated experience. I specialize in soft, refined makeup that looks flawless in person and on camera — timeless, comfortable, and tailored to each client.