Makeup for Mother of the brides ( and grooms)

Every time, when a bride inquires I ask the number of people receiving service. And the usual answer is "I have X bridesmaids + me". My followup question is "what about the moms?" The response varies, but involves, my mom doesn't wear much makeup, mom will even say, "who's looking at me? They are all looking at the bride and groom!"  

Erica and her mom

While both may be true, it doesn't change the fact that she usually doesn't wear a formal dress either, but she is for the wedding, so she needs a polished makeup look to complete her look and make her camera ready.. Because, guess what? Moms are in a ton of pictures!!

Shavonne's mom

And I often get an email requesting to add moms after a contract has been signed. As long as we have time  in our schedule, we are thrilled too, but I thought devoting a blog posting featuring some of our moms would maybe inspire the moms to think ahead on the importance of having the makeup artist do their makeup.

Vanessa and her mom

Erin and her mom

Vicki with her mom and sis

Vicki's gram turned 87 on Vicky's wedding day and loved getting false eyelashes!!

Lindsay and her mom

Stephanie and her parents

Rosanne and her parents

Hopefully, these will put the moms at ease. You won't look "too made up", You'll look like an enhanced version of yourself, mom! And you'll love it!

When these 2 greet you at the door when you arrive to start bridal makeup, you know it will be a fun day. How can you not smile seeing these cute faces? That little one i wanted to tuck on my handbag and take him home with me!

Erica was referred to me by my friend and photographer Shavonne, from Shavonne Joliee Photography http://www.shavonnejolieecny.blogspot.com/

Shavonne was shooting the wedding, to be held at one of my favorite venues, The Lodge at Welch Allyn.

 Good genes run in this family of beauties!

Erica and Chuck decided on a first look and photos before their ceremony. I love this, as I think it really makes the bride and groom more at ease the rest of the day.

Congrats Erica and Chuck on such a beautiful day!

Winter wedding wonderland

 Annie's wedding definitely had a winter theme. Set in January and in Syracuse, you can pretty much guarantee snow. And boy did Mother Nature deliver! I left extra early braving the blustery morning.When I arrived at the Craftsman Inn, the parking lot had not yet been plowed yet. So I plowed through with my kit and set up to work my makeup artist magic.

Annie wrote a really sweet review on Wedding Wire. "Flexible is an understatement - Holly drove through a blizzard to reach the wedding party! She did a fantastic job on me (the bride), my bridesmaids, my sisters-in-law and my mother. Everyone was glowing and looked great, and the best part is how natural the makeup looks. You just look like a wonderfully enhanced version of yourself after Holly has worked her magic. She spent all day with us as we got ready for the wedding, and it was like she was one of the girls we've known forever. We had a lot of fun throughout the prep, and the finished product far exceeded my  expectations."

the girls loved their airbrush makeup!

 

 

 Thanks Annie, I thought you guys were really great too! Special thanks to Shavonne Joilee Photography for the great pics. And to Tiffany Dewald for her mastery of hair design!

Vanessa's blushing pink summer wedding* sigh

 When Vanessa came for her makeup trial with her mom, I knew this was going to be one of those families. One that would enjoy the day, that I'd leave feeling like a part of them. We laughed and planned and I knew this was going to be magic. And I was so excited to be a part of it. Vanessa's palette of pinks left me giddy to move away from the bronze and nudes that have been so popular and use some soft blushing pink tones. 

Steel Magnolia's came to mind, every time I thought of pink. And who didn't love Shelby's distinctly 2 different shades of pink: Blush and Bashful

Special thanks to Korver Photography for so generously letting me use these!http://www.korverphotography.com/

Mom getting her lipstick applied

I just kept thinking how much she looked like Natalie Portman. That skin!

Backyard Garden Florists- always stunning work!

Vanessa had the longest veil I have ever seen!

Pretty in Pink.

Being able to use pinks in the makeup made me happy. I think it is such a feminine and romantic color

Mother daughter love!

Love Downtown shots!

beauties

Happy couple!

I scream. You scream. Skippy 's!

Like I said, a fun group. Right til the end. And they all still look perfect!

Erin's big day

Erin had been in a wedding the previous year I did, so I was one of the first vendors she booked when her time came.Even with the salon they went to caused the girls to run way behind schedule *** seriously, hire a stylist that will come on location. The running around is not worth it** I still finished pretty close to schedule.

While waiting for the girls to return from the salon, Erin's mom and I got to know each other and I even talked her into false lashes. Once a mom sees the effect it has on making their eyes look more bright eyed, they LOVE them!

Amber's Airbrush bridal makeup

Loved working with Amber and her family. Even though her dog didn't love me (& all dogs love me!) I felt better that the dog didn't like the photographer either, lol.
She looks beautiful.  I used TEMPTU's silicone airbrush to give her a look that would last all day and all night. And those lashes? Proof all brides should use false lashes.

Shavonne Joliee Photography working her magic

So excited when I get the email from a bride letting me know her photographer is someone I love.

When Erica told me she was referred by my friend (& photographer) Shavonne. I was ecstatic.
Shavonne is the type of photographer that truly connects with her clients. We met 3 years ago. both starting our own businesses, learning along the way. Shavonne designed my website, logo and ads.
She also became a dear friend. She has photographed my daughter Gigi a couple of years ago and I still have my favorite hanging in my studio

She knows how to capture the people and their personalities.And she has a generous heart as well.
So be sure to check out her slide show of Erica's wedding. I'll be sure to post photos when I get them too
http://animoto.com/play/41Xt02MCn4r8dEHRbPjbgg.

Even more excited to show you pics from HER own wedding! A fabulous affair at the Landmark.