Weddings

Eliza Desch creates gorgeous wedding makeup and hair for you and your entire bridal party.  Whether your style is natural or glamorous, she’ll work closely with you to make sure you look and feel amazing. Eliza and her talented team provide one-stop, on-location wedding makeup and hair, so you (and your bridesmaids, your flower girl, your mom…) can be relaxed, beautiful and wedding-ready.

 

The most important reasons to hire a professional hair and makeup artist for your wedding:

Wedding hair and makeup are unique.  They need to photograph beautifully, look naturally flawless in person, and last through tears, kisses and all-night dancing. Your wedding is one of the rare occasions you’ll spend as the center of your family and friends, and photos will capture it for a lifetime. You deserve to look like the very best version of yourself.  

Getting ready for one of the most special days of your life should also be one of the best memories of your life. It's a unique opportunity to relax with your bridal party, not worry about getting to a salon or makeup counter.  Our on-location team of reliable professionals ensure your look is stunning, and your experience is calm, indulgent, and of course, fun!

A professional hair and makeup artist has years of experience and knowledge of the best products and techniques for every member of the wedding party, from the flower girl to the grandmother. We are constantly investing in training to enhance and update our skills, as well as products and tools that really perform.

Not to mention that attention to detail goes beyond flawless hair and makeup. Did someone forget earrings? Can’t reach a button? No one’s going down the aisle anything less than 100 percent fabulous on Eliza’s watch.

 

Wedding Services

wedding day beauty

  • On-Location Wedding Hair and Makeup for the Bride (including faux lashes and airbrush makeup, if desired)
  • Pre- and Post-Ceremony Support  (We’ll stay behind the photographer, watching for and fixing stray hairs, smeared lipstick and shiny noses.  We've also been know to hold bouquets, fix the gown and calm nerves!)
  • Pre-Ceremony Touchups (We'll make sure you're flawless for your big moment!)
  • Pre-Reception Hair and Makeup (Remove the veil and place a hair accessory, add a dramatic eye or lip, and get gorgeously glam for the party!)
  • Luxury full-sized powder and lip touch-up kit (includes lip liner, long-wearing lipstick and lip gloss)

Wedding Ceremony Beauty

  • On-Location Wedding Hair and Makeup for the Bride (including faux lashes and airbrush makeup, if desired)
  • Pre-ceremony Photo Support (We’ll stay behind the photographer, watching for and fixing stray hairs, smeared lipstick and shiny noses.  We've also been know to hold bouquets, fix the gown and calm nerves!)
  • Pre-Ceremony Touchups (We'll make sure you're flawless for your big moment!)
  • Luxury full-sized powder and lip touch-up kit (includes lip liner, long-wearing lipstick and lip gloss)

Bridal BEAUTY

  • On-Location Wedding Hair and Makeup for the Bride (including faux lashes and airbrush makeup, if desired)
  • Luxury full-sized powder and lip touch-up kit (includes lip liner, long-wearing lipstick and lip gloss)

Bridal PartY

  • Makeup and Hair (including faux lashes and airbrush makeup, if desired)
  • Makeup or Hair Only
  • Pressed Powder Touch-Up Kit - $25
  • Lip Touch-Up Kit (includes lip liner, long-wearing lipstick and lip gloss) - $65

Flower Girls

  • Hair and very light makeup (blush and lip gloss, if desired)

The Well-Groomed Groom

Who’s that guy in the tux next to the bride in all those pics? Oh yeah, the groom! He might not say it (or even think of it), but shouldn’t he look his best for the big event, too? That doesn’t mean a face full of makeup; just a bit of polish to make sure he’s at his handsome and photo-ready best.

  • Skin prep, light concealer and/or powder as needed and hair styling

A la Carte Services

  • Clip-in Hair Extensions - $75 (plus the cost of extensions)
  • Pre-Wedding brow shaping - $35

Pre-Wedding Consultation and Trial Run (3 hours)

  • Consultation to create the perfect hair and makeup to go with the dress, accessories and overall event
  • Up to 3 different hair and makeup looks to help you choose the perfect one
  • Photos to document the look
  • Post-trial recap and documentation of any changes
  • Available in studio Monday-Thursday between 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. On location or weekend appointments available for an additional fee.
 

Wedding FAQs

What do you need to reserve my date?

A signed contract and 50% initial payment. The payment is non-refundable, but will be credited towards your final balance.

 

Will you hold my date until after I do a trial?

Sorry, dates are booked on a first-come, first-served basis, and cannot be held without a contract and payment.

 

What forms of payment do you accept?

Cash, ACH payments, personal checks, and credit cards.  The balance is due in full one month prior to the wedding date. If the bridal party is paying for their own services, please have them pay you, as I accept only one payment from the client.

 

Does pricing include gratuity?

No. We are sincerely thrilled when clients are happy with our work! Tips are an appreciated reflection of that, but are never added to pricing up front.

 

I have a large bridal party.  How many people can you take care of?

I bring additional artists with me based on your time frame and the number of services you need. All are amazing artists who work full time doing commercial and wedding hair and makeup full time, so you're assured that everyone will get a very high level of service.

 

Do you charge a travel fee?

The first hour of travel (RT) is included. Beyond that, a travel fee will apply.  For locations more than  2 hours away (one way), overnight accommodations will be required.

 

I need to start hair and makeup services at 6:00 a.m. in order to be ready on time.  Can you accommodate early hours?

We will arrive whenever necessary to have you ready for your wedding; however, an early-arrival fee applies to start times prior to 8:00 a.m.

 

What kind of makeup do you use?

I use wide variety of products designed to be long-lasting, photo-ready, and waterproof.  I constantly update my kit with the latest products and best finds from professional beauty supply stores in L.A. and industry trade shows. Some favorite brands include LimeLight by Alcone, RCMA, Kryolan, Kett, Viseart, Face Atelier, NARS, Laura Mercier, LORAC, Becca and Make Up For Ever.

 

Do you do airbrush makeup?

Yes! I work with each client to custom blend the perfect shade of foundation, and then apply by hand or airbrushing, based on her desired look. 

 

What will you need me to provide on my wedding day?

Not a thing, unless there is a particular product or hair accessory you want to use.  My team and I arrive with complete hair and makeup kits, including lashes. We also travel with makeup chairs and high-quality lighting to ensure professional application, regardless of location.