Smudge

Beauty services

Prices start at $150 per person

Minimum spend

$700 total

Number of beauticians: 9

Styles: Classic

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About Smudge

Smudge

Owner of Smudge & Lead Makeup Artist

My name is Amber, and I'm the owner of Smudge. I have been in the industry for 10 years working weddings, editorial, and film. Weddings have been a constant throughout my career and styling brides has been my favorite type of make-up. I love being a part of someone's special day and creating a look that makes them feel like the best version of themselves. In 2018 I started Smudge, a team of on-site hair and makeup artists based in South Eastern CT, specializing in weddings. We're an onsite team that serves all of Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Massachusetts, and beyond. Booking minimum is per service. *Now booking 2026 and 2027*

Our professionalism and communication is top notch. I take your whole wedding day into consideration when developing your hair and makeup schedule to ensure that everything runs smooth and on time; allowing you to enjoy your wedding morning stress free and able to enjoy those special moments just before you're married.

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Services

Service categories

  • Hair
  • Makeup

Services & specialties

  • Available for touch-ups (hourly)
  • Children’s services
  • Multi-day events
  • Pre-wedding beauty prep
  • Blowouts
  • Experience with natural Black hair
  • Hair accessories
  • Hair extension application
  • Hair extension color matching
  • Hair trials
  • Styling for short hair
  • Styling with hair extensions
  • Updos
  • Airbrushing
  • Full spectrum skin tone matching
  • Hypoallergenic makeup
  • Makeup trials
  • Natural makeup (complexion only)

Specialty styles

  • Classic
  • Dramatic
  • Glamorous
  • Natural
  • Romantic
  • Trendy

Preferred vendors of Smudge

Photographer
Krista Jean Photography
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Springfield, MA
Starts at $5,500
Quick responder
Band/DJ
Mystic River Entertainment
Rating: 5.0 (58 reviews)
Gales Ferry, CT
Starts at $3,000
Venue
Lake Of Isles
Venue
Stonehurst At Hampton Valley

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

19 reviews

  • KF

    Kristen F.

    Rating: 5
    •Apr 22, 2026

    Best Hair & Makeup Team!

    I cannot say enough wonderful things about Smudge Makeup, especially Megan (hair stylist) and Amber (makeup artist and business owner). They truly helped me feel like the best version of myself on my wedding day! From the first day I spoke with Amber about my big day, she made me feel good about the services her team would provide me with. She was very transparent with pricing, and even has a spot on the website for brides to upload inspiration photos for wedding looks. It was easy to schedule a trial with her, and both Amber and Megan made it clear that they wanted me to feel good and wanted me to share any and all feedback about what I liked and didn’t like about the test run. This all made me feel at ease in the weeks leading up to the wedding. From the moment we started, they made me feel comfortable and confident. Megan worked her magic on my hair, creating a beautiful updo that was both elegant and natural. Despite the windy weather at Branford House, my hair stayed in place all day and night—over 12 hours—and I didn’t have to worry about it once! Amber’s makeup artistry was just as impressive. She created the perfect glowy, natural look I had hoped for. Even when I got a little teary-eyed during the ceremony, my makeup stayed flawless. Amber and Megan also worked with my bridesmaids and my mom, and everyone looked stunning. It was such a special experience knowing that everyone was so well taken care of, and we all felt beautiful. If you’re looking for a team that can make your wedding day even more memorable, I highly recommend Smudge Makeup. They made me feel amazing, and the results were beyond my expectations. Thank you again for making me feel like the best version of myself on such an important day!

  • SB

    Sarah Mariah B.

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 29, 2026

    Highly recommend!

    As a bridal vendor I and past client I would 10/10 recommend anyone on the team! Smudge makeup is one of the best teams to work with! The entire team is amazing and we always work well together especially with timing (which is HUGE in this industry!)

  • EG

    Emilee G.

    Rating: 5
    •Oct 15, 2025

    Hair and makeup dreams come true!

    Kristy and Amber from Smudge made my hair and makeup dreams come true! Kristy nailed my hairstyle — it stayed flawless all freakin’ night despite the heat, which still blows my mind. Amber worked her magic with my makeup and made me feel absolutely beautiful on my wedding day — I’m still getting compliments! Both ladies were so kind, calm, and wonderful to work with from start to finish. I couldn’t have asked for a better glam team!

  • ME

    Meg E.

    Rating: 5
    •Oct 14, 2025

    The BEST!!

    Amber at Smudge is the absolute BEST! Her makeup absolutely slayed and the entire wedding party got compliments all night long. She listens to your concerns and what you are looking for, takes into account your trial and if you want to change anything, and the makeup was perfect day of!!

  • H

    Heather

    Rating: 5
    •Oct 4, 2025

    A Great Choice!

    The team was great to work with and very talented! Kristie and Annie showed up on time, worked quickly but thoroughly, made sure everyone walked away feeling and looking good, including the moms. Some additional fees were not clearly stated during an adjustment to my contract, but they were able to clear it all up before I signed and paid. Looked just like my trial, enhanced my groups natural beauty and stayed pristine all night long! I even slept in my hair and makeup after the trial and it looked perfect the next day- that says something!

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