Resilience in White: Behind the Veil Series, Beatriz Gonzales Marañon

 

Bride Bea Gonzales has recently penned a blog on her personal social media account narrating her struggles with mental health, her surgeries during childhood and her recent struggles coping with the pandemic.  Emotionally not easy.

I did her makeup and hair earlier this year sort of her Bridal trial if you will.  Her mom is a client of mine and we met during the 25th wedding anniversary celebration, which Bea organized for her parents.  She struck me as a sweet, polite and smart young woman and she still is, but beneath the smiles there is always a story.

I never knew about her struggles since she was 14 years old, the many surgeries and her diagnosed bi polar disorder.  She overcame them through the best support system she ever had, her parents, family and friends to get through her trials.  Her Mom Jo was instrumental in her healing like most mothers do, Moms help their children no matter the circumstances.

 

 

Here is our chat together:

1. Please tell me a bit about yourself. What do you do for a living, what are your hobbies, passions?

I’m Bea Gonzales-Marañon, an artist, writer, storyteller, and mental health advocate… who works in tech. It’s not your usual combination, but it’s been a fun experience shaking up the software industry with all sorts of out-of-the-box ideas.

2. What inspired the choice of your bridal makeup look, and how does it complement your overall wedding style?

I’ve been a client of Acie for years and at this point, I don’t even need to show her my pegs! For our wedding, my husband and I actually decided not to give most of our suppliers any pegs and gave them creative freedom. The result? Suppliers that really gave it their all. 

3. How did you like the outcome of our time together, for your special day?

As usual, I had fun working with Acie! We had a morning wedding, so prep time started at roughly 2:30 AM. That didn’t stop us from playing 90s music and working on q quirky reel, though. Acie was super game to take part in my shenanigans. 

4. What’s one special memory you have of your wedding that you love? Could you share that photo with us?

Exchanging our vows in private. It was such an intimate moment of pure love for each other. 

 

5). What was a good beauty moment for you during the wedding day itself?  

Having my photos taken in a forest-like area, as if I was in Taylor Swift’s Folklore era. The sun hit my face and gown just right to make the photos look ethereal… even if they were just taken in a vacant spot by the parking lot. 

 

6)  Favourite beauty product, application used during your wedding and why?

THE PREP. Every cold thing Acie put on my face felt so good and was much-needed after only a few hours of sleep. It was a nice, thoughtful step that I’ve noticed really sets her apart from other makeup artists I’ve worked with. 

7)  Any bridal tips you want to share for future brides planning their wedding? 

TRUST YOUR SUPPLIERS. There will always be setbacks and imperfections, and that’s totally okay! Trust me, when you treat your suppliers as friends and give them your full trust, they will do their best. Aim to be a Bridechilla, not a Bridezilla! 

Also, focus on your husband and yourself. When the couple feels the love, the guests feel the love. 

 

8)  What is one thing you could change during your wedding preparation?

Have the wedding a tiny bit later in the morning. More sleep is always a plus!

9)  Any beauty rituals you did or received that you want to share?

I went to my dermatologist (Aivee Clinic) 1 month, 2 weeks, and 1 week before the wedding. I had them analyze my skin and prepare a regimen that would keep my skin glowing ’til the event. 

 

10)  Favourite photo of you during the wedding and why.

Probably our couple photo in the Taylor Swift Folklore forest. It looked really magical and professional! Another would be our photo right after our private vows. We were both still teary-eyed, taking in each other’s words. 

 

11) Can you share any beauty rituals or skincare routines you followed in the weeks leading up to your wedding for that extra bridal glow?

I kept my skincare routine simple: Double cleanse, moisturize like there’s no tomorrow, add some anti-acne cream just in case, and drink lots of water.

12) What role did your makeup artist play in helping you feel confident and beautiful on your wedding day?

She enhanced my features, rather than make me look like a totally different person. She also made sure everything was water-proof and would remain intact until the end of the event. I didn’t even have to try to hold back my tears! I could let myself feel all the feels and take in every magical moment of the day. 

 

 

 

Bea’s journey was the courage to embrace vulnerability. She shattered the stigma surrounding mental health by openly sharing her struggles, breaking the silence that often surrounds these issues. She also inspired others to seek help without shame or fear.

“ Why aim for perfection, when you can instead aim to serve as an inspiration?”  Well said Brava Bea!

Photo :  Chissai for TeamPatdy
Gown:  Rolan Dysangco Cubillas
Makeup:  Acie Fores
Hair:  Susan Basaysay
Event Planner:  Kalila Events

Behind the Veil – De Jesus / Foo Nuptials

“Got everything I need right here”. Bride Cara

I was humbled and touched that choosing me as her makeup artist was due to the fact that my newfound career 12 years ago influenced her love for anything makeup .  This was confirmed by her mother and by Cara when I was tasked to do her wedding.  I was still not sure because Cara is an influencer and has a strong following.  She definitely can challenge my makeup skills on her IG page so I countered.  My style leans toward a more romantic look and I wasnt quite sure this is the look she wanted.  Obviously, I was kilig when she insisted I do her face.  Thank you Cara!

Every wedding is different, and how Cara and Jon met was not in a traditional sense wherein they were introduced by friends or they met at an event or social gathering.  Nowadays, social media has now become the new dating dynamic that replaces the old methods of meeting new people .  Bumble is the new best friend that connects people virtually.

I’ve known Cara to be a doer and a go getter, she started a clothing line  Crow, now temporarily on hold due to new priorities at work, she has been very outspoken with current issues.  She also has a generous spirit and a big heart, she helped raise funds and took care of her long time nanny who sadly passed away from cancer while running her business.

Jon, you married the right woman!  Fearless, strong and built with a heart of gold.  Bumble was the right matchmaker!

Here are excerpts of my Behind the Veil conversation series with Cara.

 

 

1). Please tell me a bit about yourself. What do you do for a living, what are your hobbies, passions?

I work as a brand manager for a wellness company but I started my career in the local beauty industry serving as the marketing lead for several cult favorite and home grown brands. I love anything to do with beauty.

2). How did you and Jon meet?

Bumble!

3. How did you like the outcome of our time together, for your special day?

I loved it as you were already someone I’ve known pretty much all my life so it was very comfortable and pleasant.

4. What’s one special memory you have of your wedding that you love? Could you share that photo with us?

 

When I first saw the entire look come together — I don’t wear dresses at all and while I love fashion and beauty, I don’t consider myself a girly girl. It felt nice and different to be dressed up in a wedding dress!

5). What was a good beauty moment for you during the wedding day itself?

I normally have dry and flaky skin so the fact that my skin looked glowy and well moisturized was a great beauty moment.

6) Favourite beauty product, application used during your wedding and why?

I loved airbrush makeup since it was my first time. It was soothing and different from my traditional makeup experiences.

7) Any bridal tips you want to share for future brides planning their wedding?

I think skin prep is really important especially for brides like myself with really dry skin. It truly makes a difference!

8) What is one thing you could change during your wedding preparation?

Nothing, everything went as planned!

9) Any beauty rituals you did or received that you want to share?

I got a facial, had my hair toned and got eyelash extensions prior to the ceremony. I also got nail extensions.

10) Favourite photo of you during the wedding and why.

Because it was the first time I tried the entire look with hair and makeup!

 

Best wishes to you Cara and Jon!!!

 

Photography:  Amilon Ignacio

Makeup Artist:  Acie Fores

Hairstylist:  Susan Salameda

Gown:  Haydee Garcia

Flowers:  Aina Zulueta

Jewels:  Miladay Jewels

 

Behind the Veil : Bianca and Joe Salud

Intimate Wedding

 

“My Dad is here with me”

Bianca lost her father about six years ago to cancer and when  I was prepping her for hair and makeup, that s when Bianca said those 6 words.  Dad was in the form of a yellow and black butterfly hovering among the plants in the garden.

She and I almost teared up.  True enough, the yellow butterfly was hovering until I finished her getting prepped.
I said, “Bianca your dad approves of Joe.”  Right away Bianca nodded and said her dad appeared in her dream and is really happy it’s Joe for her.
Bianca and Joe met at a Coachella concert but they went on separate groups but they shared similar friends.  Based on the best man s speech that night, it was Joe that fell head over heels the moment he met her.
I ve spent a little time with the couple before their December wedding over a beach weekend and you know when they re the right fit.  From what I gathered is that they seem to have a good head on their shoulders, Bianca just finished her MA in Education and Joe has his sights on the family business.
They described their wedding plans and I must say it is so appropriate and fitting to the present times.  S I M P L E not complicated is how they want their special day to be.  They dispensed with the unnecessary frivolities when it comes to the wedding preparations.  The only difficult task was trimming the guest list since both come from big families.
Bianca the ever practical lady, said she didn’t want a big fuss and didn’t need the special treatment since she preferred to spend it on their new home and Joe has plans of taking his Masters abroad.
There are so many positive things going on for this couple and they seem to be the perfect couple.

Your Dad was right Bianca, Joe is the perfect man for you.  You chose well.

1. Please tell me a bit about yourself. What do you do for a living, what are your hobbies, passions?

 I am an Elementary school teacher, I love working with kids, baking, crocheting, and ballet.
2. How did you find out about me (Acie Fores Makeup Artist)? What made you want to work with me?
I’ve worked with you in the past for graduation and loved working with you.
3. How did you like the outcome of our time together, for your special day?
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It was perfect!! Everything was perfect from the hair to the makeup, got so many compliments about it too 🙂
4. What’s one special memory you have of your wedding that you love? Could you share that photo with us?
I loved that it was someone who I’ve known my whole life and she knew how I liked my make up and what look I was going for. Wouldn’t have it any other way.

 5). What was a good beauty moment for you during the wedding day itself?

I loved that I didn’t have to keep stressing over how oily I was or just stress about eyelashes falling or mascara running.

6)  Favourite beauty product, application used during your wedding and why?

I’ve been meaning to look into the Chanel Tan De Soleil and now that I know the color works for me I will definitely make that purchase when I am able to find it.
    7)  Any bridal tips you want to share for future brides planning their wedding?
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Don’t stress over all the small things, everything will come together.
   8)  What is one thing you could change during your wedding preparation?
Nothing 🙂
   9)  Any beauty rituals you did or received that you want to share?
I need to exfoliate more, have been forgetting to do that.
   10)  Favourite photo of you during the wedding and why.

These pictures really highlight the makeup and hair which is exactly what I wanted.

Behind the Veil Cranbourne David Nuptials

I’ve met Raeanna twice, once during the Bridal Trial and the second was on her wedding day.  When I went to her apartment, what greeted me was a tray of cookies just freshly baked and her mother and boys waiting to be fitted by their tailor and designer.  Introductions were immediately done and I also met her fiancee who made us feel at ease.  Raeanna immediately ushered us (my hairstylist and I)  into her room to start the trial where she made sure our comfort was being attended to.

While our communication was through SMS, I got the feeling that Raeanna had that easy going vibe, which made communication seamless.  All she wanted was to be her best version of herself without the feeling of being too made up.  She hardly wears makeup, according to her, a swipe of lipstick and sunblock is all that she can do to make her ready for the day.  I don’t blame her as this is also sometimes my 5 second makeup routine when my day is about to get overwhelming.

This was the Bridal Trial of Raeanna.

Below is how our day was spent :

1). Please tell me about yourself, what do you do for a living?  What are your hobbies, passion?

I work for a hotel and restaurant management company, working on new projects.  I like to run, I was a former triathlete and I bake.

 

2). How did you find out about me (Acie Fores Makeup Artist), what made you want to work with me?

You were referred to me by my friend Monica Alturra, I wanted to work with someone who came recommended by someone I know.  There are a lot of Hair and Makeup artists out there, and some of them would change the Bride beyond recognition and I didn’t want that at all.  As an “older” bride, I wanted to still look and feel my best but age appropriate.  I didn’t want to look “matronic” or a “Tita of Manila”.  I also appreciated that the Bridal trial was incorporated as an option, other HMUA didn’t.

3). How did you like the outcome of our time together for your special day?

I loved the outcome, it was exactly what I wanted to look like.  Very light and natural in the photographs.  You captured the personality of each of us, (the Maid of Honor my younger sister had a more dramatic look while my older sister had a natural look).

4) What is the one special memory you have of your wedding that you love?  Could you share that photo with us?

 

Love this light hearted moment, Bride Raeanna was breaking into dance as she was coming out of the bathroom to change into her gown.

Every moment was very special, to be surrounded by close family and friends.

5). What was a good beauty moment for you during the wedding day?

 

The entire experience of the hair and makeup was “a good beauty moment” because it was easy and effortless, no fuss.  I didn’t have to worry about anything.

6). Favourite Beauty product, application used during your wedding day.

L-R 24K Beauty Bar, Q10 Eye pads, Vichy Masque Peel and Dr. Morita Hyaluronic Essence Mask. These were used during her trial and on her wedding day.

 

My new Dior Palettes which fall under the warm earthy colours look good on almost everyone. They are now available at SM Makati

We loved it all!  We ended up buying the eye pads, water gel exfoliation peel, and we tried to get the same Dior lip and eye palettes.  The Vichy Face mask was the best since I have very dry skin.

7). Any Bridal Tips you want to share for future brides planning their wedding?

 

 

Get a team that you can trust preferably recommended by someone you know.  All my suppliers were tried and tested so I didn’t have to worry about whether they would be Ok or not.  Be organised, don’t leave things to the last minute.  Don’t sweat the small stuff and don’t go overboard with little details that unnecessarily cost money.  Make a realistic budget and stick to it.  After all the bills were paid, I was happy that I was less than 10K over my budget estimate!  Focus on the marriage, not just the wedding.

8). What is the one thing you could change during your wedding preparation?

I should’ve made sure that you and JM ate lunch on time!!!!  So sorry about that…

9). Any beauty rituals you did or received that you want to share?

They are the best in facials!

I did the regular facials every month leading up to the wedding.  I should’ve insisted that the groom apply sunblock while at the beach and pool before the wedding so he wouldn’t look so dark and peeling on our wedding day.

10). Favourite photo of you during the wedding and why.

 

Collecting her thoughts before the Bridal March.

 

This is one of my favourite photos, to keep the edge off, goofy photos are what make any event fun and light.

It was so hard to choose a favourite because there were so many good ones that just captured the moment.

 

Thank you Raeanna and family, may your new life ahead be filled with joy, happiness, love and support and moments that will bring out the best in each one of you.

Behind the Veil Cacho Llige Nuptials

Cool weather, Christmas spirit in the air, shopping madness, epic Manila traffic, a few ingredients that make December a very busy time of any year. Christmas preparations and families coming home for a celebration make it an ideal month to get married.  They bring in the warmth and cheer of the Holiday season and the festive Christmas decorations alone bring another cheer dimension.  In another blog, I’ll list down top reasons why having a wedding in December is not being selfish.  Here is another instalment of my Behind the Veil series with Mercedes Cacho.

This is what Mercedes had to say regarding her wedding preparations for her big day.

1)  Please tell me about yourself, what do you do for a living , what are your passions, and hobbies?

 

Those shoes!!!! Love her style!!!!

 

My name is Mercedes Cacho. I am the Creative Director for InFrame Media Productions Australia. I’d consider myself a very visual and creative person, so my hobbies are sketching and painting. My biggest passion is styling and fashion.

2) How did you find out about me (Acie Fores Makeup Artist)? What made you want to work with me?

You were recommended by my family.

3)  How did you like the outcome of our time together, specially on your special day?

Acie and her team were wonderful, very professional.

4)  What’s one special memory you have of your wedding that you love?  Could you share that photo with us?image1.jpeg

5)  What was a good beauty moment for you during the wedding day itself?

Getting ready with Acie, I love her face masks, they were so refreshing!!!

I normally use a mask with Hyaluronic and collagen in it because I want the face of the Bride to be soothed, and hydrated and appear brighter. You can get this at any Watsons branch.

6) Favorite beauty product, application used during your wedding and why?

I really liked the lipstick Acie and I chose.  It was a subtle rose pink color from Project Vanity “Woke up like this”.

In collaboration with Project Vanity and Pink Sugar, this is one of the colors they came up with. Perfect for Brides.

7.  Any bridal tips you want to share with future Brides planning their wedding?

You will probably break out a week before the wedding from the stress of it all.  If you can, I suggest going away for a short relaxing weekend, or do whatever you can to avoid it.  Apply a face mask or get a professional facial.

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I use this in conjunction with a face sheet or mask to really make the product sink in. It also relaxes, and tones the face and prepares it for th make-up application. It reduces puffiness specially when the Bride has shed some tears the night before. Make sure you are getting the real one made out of jade and not plastic. Jade is cool to touch.. I put this in the refrigerator the night before for extra cooling effect on the face.

8.  What is one thing you could change during your wedding preparation?

Sleep in a little longer.  I was so excited, I woke up at 5 am.  Acie arrived at the scheduled 9 am call time.  I could’ve gotten another solid hour!

9.  Any beauty rituals you did or received you want to share?

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This is my personal gift to the Bride. Highly recommended as part of her skincare regimen before the big day, I want my Brides glowing and radiant. Head to Dermalogica Rustans for their menu of services.

I never get used to get regular facials.  However it was highly recommended by Acie.  I’m so glad I did it!  My skin loved it and I found the experience to be so relaxing!  Now that I’m back home in Australia, I now book facials regularly.

10.  Favourite Photo of you during the wedding and why.

This is one of my favourite photos, it reminds me how beautiful the whole evening was!  All the stress of planning turned into happy moments which made all of this possible.

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Behind the Veil… Benedicto Rodriguez Nuptials


Tis wedding season!!  I met Raisa through her mother, Rosette Gana Benedicto, her parents and mine go a long way, they were friends since way back in the 60’s, maybe even longer.

 

A call came to me through her younger sister Carmela Gana Araullo that Rosette’s daughter is getting married and they were asking for my rates.  If you read the story below, it turns out her mom Rosette really wanted me to do the hair and makeup for Raisa!  The last time I saw Rosette was from the Velada.  Velada is a jubilee celebration of the homecoming of the alumnae culminating in an evening of song and dance.  Our alma mater is the Assumption College!  I was deeply touched since I haven’t heard from Rosette in so many years and she remembered me for her daughter’s special day.

Oh Raisa, thank you for making it so easy for me, Rosette You raised a good daughter right here.

Below is our conversation with Raisa.

1. Please tell me a bit about yourself. What do you do for a living, what are your hobbies, passions?

 

“Hi! I’m Raisa Benedicto. I’m a Pediatric dentist by profession (but one of the lost boys from Neverland by heart). I like to read and play tennis during my spare time. and I LOVE dogs.”

2. How did you find out about me (Acie Fores Makeup Artist)? What made you want to work with me?

 

“When my mom heard I got engaged, she instantly said, “We HAVE to get Acie as our make out artist.” My mom trusted you, so I trusted you. and like any millennial, I immediately stalked your portfolio on Instagram – definitely liked what I saw! and the rest is history!”

3. How did you like the outcome of our time together, for your special day?

“It was perfect! Although I was a little frazzled on the day (as all typical brides are) you made me feel so comfortable and distracted. I appreciated all the small talk and the explanations to help keep the edge off. “

 

4. What’s one special memory you have of your wedding that you love? Could you share that photo with us?

“I’m probably still on a wedding high, so it’s pretty hard to pick a favorite one. The day went by so fast; it was such a blur. What did stand out, though, was the surprise father daughter dance, we had planned for the guests.

This photo isn’t very flattering of us, but it captures our dynamic together as father and daughter. We’re both not performers and definitely not dancers, but it was a fun production and even more fun bonding time spent with my dad.”

 

 

5). What was a good beauty moment for you during the wedding day itself?

“Honestly, I’m not the type who wears make up or fixes myself up everyday. In fact, I just recently learned how to use foundation and concealer. That being said, the entire time I was being made up felt like a dream to me. I especially felt my best once I stepped into my finished dress for the first time.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

6) Favourite beauty product, application used during your wedding and why?

 

 

“For some reason, what really stuck with me was the face mask and the facial massage. It wasn’t something I normally witnessed during bridal make up sessions. I enjoyed being pampered.”

 

Before the makeup application I apply a mask to the bride’s face and use a Jade roller on top to massage the product in the face.

7) Any bridal tips you want to share for future brides planning their wedding?

 

“LET GO on the day. There’s no point in stressing over little details. Everything is going to be perfect whatever happens. The wedding is just for the festivities, but don’t forget what the day’s focus is truly about. “

8) What is one thing you could change during your wedding preparation?

“Maybe having an airconditioned prep room – that was one thing I overlooked/didn’t bother to think about. Either way, the villa I stayed in was breezy enough. I really wouldn’t have changed anything.”

9) Any beauty rituals you did or received that you want to share?

“The complimentary facial spa treatment I got from Dermalogica (c/o you, Tita Acie), was absolutely FANTASTIC. It was so relaxing and soothing, just what I needed right before the wedding.”

 

Photo from Rustans Beauty Source

10) Favourite photo of you during the wedding and why.

 

“I don’t usually enjoy having my photo taken, but that day I had enough confidence to pose and emote. My photographers were amazing at making me look like I knew what I was doing, but the real MVP was my HMUA for making me, not just look, but also feel, like I deserved to be in the spotlight. I loved that my make up was so light and natural-looking that my freckles were showing through. My eye bags seem non-existent!”

 

Gown:  Richie Ortega Torres

Makeup :  Acie Fores

Hair:  JM Martinez

Photographs: FB:  GIBSAM Photography  IG:  @GibsamPhoto and from the Bride
Raisa G. Benedicto, DMD
Pediatric Dental Specialist

Antonio – Rodriguez Nuptials

I love my job.  Weddings are usually that particular time where emotions of happiness, joy and sadness come into play.  I was touched when my friend Rachelle Almario called me to ask if I was available on February 11 to do the hair and makeup of her best friend Lisa Antonio.  It was her wedding gift to them.  This is the stuff I live for.

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BFF. Warms my heart.

Lisa and I share 2 things in common, Rachelle is also one of my good friends and that we both just moved into the Alabang area recently, having our homes built within the same year in 2014.    Lisa is an architect, she carries the lineage of the late National Artist Ramon Antonio and her famous aunts the Veloso sisters who are well known for their made to order clothes for Manila’s chic society.  Her well appointed home with clean and  crisp lines give you an indication of her choice in wedding style.  The epitome of chic and sophistication echo the simplicity of her gown bought from Rosa Clara.

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Channeling Audrey Hepburn

 

 

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Calm and Relaxed.

Lisa conveyed her wishes to me by making her hair and makeup very simple, nothing too contrived just effortless.  She looked to Audrey Hepburn and Carolina Herrera as her inspiration and immediately I knew what direction she wanted.

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This is her other good friend Triccie Syquia who was part of her wedding entourage who I also had the pleasure of galmming up.
This is her other good friend Triccie Syquia who was part of her wedding entourage who I also had the pleasure of glamming up.

 

Thank you Rachelle and Lisa for the gift of friendship and I wish you and TBoy all the best on your new life ahead.

Photos courtesy of Lisa A. Rodriguez and Randolf Evans Photography.  Hair by Tony Dusich

Behind the Veil: Pam Erika Clerigo

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Credits:  
Hair:  Tony Dusich,
Photography :  Nice Print Photography and Exige Weddings,
Gown :  Rosa Clará 

1. Please tell me a bit about yourself. What do you do for a living, what are your hobbies, passions?

I’m Pam. I currently work in one of the special agencies of the United Nations in Geneva.

I love being outdoors, doing activities like swimming, cycling, and hiking. I am also an avid cook who tries to come up with my own recipes. I love to write songs – songs of worship, of praise, and of love. During my free time, I travel and explore; discovering new things, learning new skills, tasting different food, and experiencing different cultures. I feel like the world is too big and have only seen very little.

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2. How did you find out about me (Acie Fores Makeup Artist)? What made you want to work with me? 

Last January 2013, Ram and I were at the PICC wedding exhibit wherein you were one of the exhibitors. You were kind, friendly, and very accommodating to us. When we looked at your portfolio, both bridal and editorial, we immediately became interested in you. What we really liked about your work is that your make-up style is so natural. It enhances, highlights, and brings out the best features of your clients.

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3. How did you like the outcome of our time together, for your special day?

Ever so accommodating, you always replied promptly to our emails, giving us tips and advice about beauty and skin care regimen which we highly appreciated. You also took into consideration our preferences, our personalities, and skin types.

It has been a very pleasant experience working with you and your team for the first time during our engagement photo shoot. Not only were you at the venue well ahead of time, perfectly prepared and equipped, you were also able to envision and execute the look that we wanted for the theme that we chose. You even prepared three different face charts of what you pictured my make-up would be. Your professionalism was indeed very impressive.

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You rendered the same impressive professional services to us on our wedding day, this time with a much bigger crowd as you and your team had to deal with the hair and make-up of practically the entire entourage, to everyone’s satisfaction. Needless to say, I, the bride, looked radiant and glowing on my special day. Getting your services was one of the best decisions we made.

4. What’s one special memory you have of your wedding/prenup that you love? Could you share that photo with us?

It’s not easy to choose among the many beautiful shots that were taken during the engagement photo shoot and on the wedding day itself, but we think these photos stood out among the rest.

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Credits:  Hair:  Tony Dusich, Photography :  Nice Print Photography and Exige weddings, Gown :  Rosa Clará