My bridal makeup by Natalie was everything I could have asked for AND MORE (got married on…read moreOctober5, 2024!). She took her time, but not too much time (as you know that can be a stressor on such a big day!) and executed the most gorgeous, glowy bridal look. From my trial to the big day, Natalie exceeded my expectations and I can't recommend her enough.

Makena is the best of the best of the best! I've been getting my lashes done for years and just…read moremoved to the area from out of state, I was so nervous to try someone new, but from the first appointment, it was clear that Makena is a total sweetheart, super professional, talented, and compassionate....my lashes have literally never looked better AND i love talking with her so the appointment flies by so fast ;) this place is also super, super cute, i will be a regular loyal client from now on and always look forward to my appointments, highly highly recommend!!!

Kristen did an amazing job with my wedding makeup and hair! She was professional and communicative…read more She also managed her time well, and, most importantly, she was a very calming presence! She checked in with me a few times to ask how I was doing and if I was getting nervous. Her kind personality helped my stay calm and in the moment. I absolutely loved how my hair and makeup turned out, and my mom and brother's girlfriend love their hair and makeup as well. I showed her pictures and she was able to replicate the look on me very easily. Our wedding was at 11 AM so she had to get there pretty early to fit the 3 of us in, and she showed up right on time with all her products! She had everything setup within minutes and got right to work. I highly recommend Kristen! She is very talented and kind.

Kristen and her assistant Mo did an incredible job with hair and makeup for me and 5 ladies in my…read morefamily for my June wedding. They were so calm and patient in customizing looks for these sometimes demanding customers. Our hair and makeup was done on schedule and everyone was thrilled with their looks! I felt so beautiful on my wedding day, and my hair and makeup lasted well into the night. I highly recommend Rare Bird Brides to get you glammed up for your big day!

Working with Ashley Fierro Makeup was a game-changer. In our initial phone consultation, Ashley…read morelistened to my concerns from past experiences (I'd done 8 makeup trials prior!) and explained things in a way that made me feel understood and heard. She walked me through why certain products are used, provided options for my skin type, and helped me find the balance I wanted between makeup that lasts all day but still looks fresh in person. She paired me with Eileen for my trial, who was wonderful. Eileen listened to me patiently, made thoughtful suggestions, and created the exact look I went with on my wedding day. I felt like the best version of myself--elevated and polished, but still natural. She did an amazing job with my eyes (a big concern of mine) and found a way to make them look open and bright, which I loved. My bridesmaids were also thrilled with their makeup and we all felt beautiful and confident. On top of the artistry, Ashley runs her business like a pro. Everything from scheduling, contracts, and payments was seamless and electronic. She also goes the extra mile by posting on social media to celebrate her brides and sending a handwritten thank you note in the mail. Those little details made me feel special and showed how much she values her clients. I'm truly grateful to Ashley and her team!

Ashley, from the bottom of my heart, thank you so much for taking me on and being exceptional in…read moreevery way. I truly loved every moment with you and will always think of you being a part of the greatest day of my life. I got married on 9/19/25 and Ashley was my MUA. I remember the trial going so smoothly. She was easy to talk to and clearly knew exactly what she was doing. Sometimes you're looking for an expert, sometimes you're looking for someone you vibe with. Ashley was both. In addition to her amazing talent as a makeup artist, Ashley gave me recommendations for hair stylists and spray tans when I asked, created a whole day-of timeline for getting ready, had tons of tips for what was important and what was not, and became my stepdaughter's new best friend. :) Ashley was also transparent about a difficult situation she was in when I first inquired, and it never showed in her professionalism and preparedness. On the day, she took me aside for a moment to give me a chance to breathe - it felt like having a big sister there to calm you down. I was so appreciative of how thoughtful that moment was. If you book with Ashley, you will not regret it. She is an excellent communicator, is thorough and organized (without being overbearing), and I hope she is available to do makeup for me again in the future! Her associate was also fantastic - she had great energy and was checking in with Ashley to make sure they were on the same page. The makeup between the two of them was indistinguishable, so you can trust that if you need a second artist, like I did, Ashley will bring someone just as talented as her! Of all my wedding vendors, Ashley was my favorite to work with. I trusted her reviews (which were exceptional) and I'm so glad that I did. You will be, too. ;)

Tara did my hair and makeup for my daughters weddding and she did amazing. I felt so beautiful. My…read morehair was my biggest concern because I had very thin hair and am balding a bit. I had some hair extensions to help and she worked them in and made my hair look full and gorgeous. I didn't have to worry or think about it all day. And my makeup made me glow! Not only is Tara great at what she does, but you will not meet a kinder and sweeter person. She went above and beyond and I would lot hesitate to give my full recommendation of her work. You will not be disappointed!

Tara is a wonder with hair! She arrived early morning, the…read moreday of my daughter's wedding, bringing with her such enthusiasm, joy, and positivity! She captured each bridesmaid's (and this mother-of-the-bride's) vibe & style wonderfully. And with such warmth, grace, and professionalism. The bride? Oh my! Her long, flowing curls and ethereal braid with woven flowers was take-your-breath-away beautiful. It was a happy surprise to see how intact all our hair was 14 hours later. How lucky we were to have discovered Tara.... she does extraordinary work! Thank you, Tara!

ummm if I could put 10 stars I would Melissa is literally my…read morehairy godmother I always leave feeling so beautiful like a princess she is so sweet, knowledgeable, and always does an AMAZING job. Also, the studio is so cozy. Book with Melissa and you will have a super magical experience ‍

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Melissa is an incredibly talented hair…read morestylist. I came in after a bad haircut from somewhere else and she completely turned it around! She beyond exceeded my expectations! She is sweet and friendly, yet professional. She takes you through each step and is very thorough. Definitely found my new fave stylist! The atmosphere of the salon is clean and welcoming.

Samantha is seriously the best makeup artist I have ever had the chance to meet in my life!…read more Samantha recently was recommended to me by a friend when I was looking for someone to help me with my makeup when I was going to a wedding and wanted to try something different, yet not look like an idiot by doing it by myself. Samantha did amazing! She understood exactly what I wanted, and it looked so much more amazing then I could even dream! She even explained to me different ways to do my makeup and techniques to apply things! I had no idea! The makeup that she uses is top quality! Lasted all day/night without any touch ups! I am definitely going to be coming back to Samantha for any and all makeup needs I have! She is amazing, and I highly recommend her!

Wow, just wow! Samantha had serious talent. I hired her for myself, my mom, my mother in law,…read more and for my bridesmaids for my wedding this past weekend and I have never felt more beautiful in my entire life. We were all so amazed just watching her work. Every brush stroke was like watching a true artist. We all looked simply amazing, but the best part was that it looked so natural. You didn't look at any of us and think "wow I see a makeup line" instead it was a flawless transition from where the makeup was applied to our natural skin color. Our eyes were stunning as well. It lasted all night, even through tau eyed vows and toasts. If you are thinking of hiring her please do it. You will not be disappointed, plus she is an absolute sweetheart and so fun to have around while you are getting ready. Total bonus!

I had such a great experience at Salon Adair! I received amazing service from Madelyn Scott. I…read moreasked for a balayage, and she completely understood what I was looking for. I absolutely love the results! Thank you, Madelyn, for making my hair look beautiful! I highly recommend her! ‍

I had an absolutely amazing experience with Bri for both a Head Spa and Haircut, and I cannot…read morerecommend her enough! The Head Spa portion was incredible from start to finish. Bri goes above and beyond to create the perfect ambiance for a truly relaxing experience. She dims the lights, incorporates scented candles, plays a calming playlist, provides a cozy blanket, and adjusts the chair to make sure you're in the most comfortable and relaxing position possible. Her head massage techniques were phenomenal! Between the different combs, massage tools, and techniques she uses, I was able to completely immerse myself in the experience and genuinely felt like I was able to unwind. The hand and arm massage at the end was also such a thoughtful finishing touch! The haircut portion was just as amazing. Bri takes the time to educate you on the maintenance required for different haircuts and helps recommend styles that complement your specific face shape. I really appreciated how knowledgeable and attentive she was throughout the entire process. Plus, you get to enjoy a nice, warm cup of coffee while she works her magic! Beyond her incredible skills, Bri is so personable, welcoming, and easy to talk to. She truly creates an experience rather than just providing a service, and you can tell she genuinely cares about making her clients feel comfortable and confident. If you're considering booking with her, BOOK WITH BRI ASAP! You will not regret it. I'm already looking forward to my next appointment!

I had the most wonderful experience with Claire! She is patient, professional, reasonably priced…read moreand super fun to work with! During my bridal trial, she listened closely and we found the perfect products and look I wanted. My bridal party was super happy with their makeup and we had anything from acne to mature skin looking amazing. My bridal look withstood multiple teary breakdowns, eating, hugging and sweating all day! She was super helpful and calm when I was not and I now have gorgeous photos due to my makeup looking perfect all day.

Claire did my bridal makeup along with my bridal party's makeup and WOW. I have never felt more…read morebeautiful in my entire life. She helped my vision come to life and somehow elevated it to something even better. A dog bit my face the night before my wedding and I was certainly nervous about covering it up.. and Claire made it look like it was never there, and still left a flawless finish! I can't believe how talented she is as an artist and how kind, fun, calming, and empowering she is as a person. I would hire her 10000 times over.

I'm not entirely sure how I stumbled upon Adrianne but I am SO glad that I did…read more I booked Adrianne for my wedding makeup and did my bridal preview the day of my engagement shoot just so I can see how everything photographed and I could make adjustments as needed for the actual wedding. Adrianne was so warm and friendly, her makeup skills are unparalleled and she made me feel beautiful for both my engagement shoot and wedding. Adrianne was so amazing that I actually booked her for a boudoir shoot for my one year wedding anniversary. Adrianne has a way of enhancing your natural beauty so you still feel and look like yourself. I literally love Adrianne so much and will 1000000% reach out to her for any future beauty needs

Adrianne is the best!!! I had the pleasure of working with her for my engagement photos, rehearsal…read moredinner, and wedding, and I can't recommend her highly enough! Her attention to detail was exceptional, and she truly has an artistic touch when it comes to makeup. The makeup was flawless and lasted all day, even through tears and dancing. She used high-quality products that literally made me look like a walking filter. I felt like the best version of myself--glowing, bronzed, and confident! Do not hesitate to book her for your wedding or special event!

Chelsea did a fabulous job doing my makeup for family photos. She came to my house and was very…read moreprofessional and she knew exactly the type of look I was looking for. I highly recommend Chelsea for any event you may need professional makeup for. Thank you Chelsea

Chelsea was so nice and totally understood what I wanted from her for my bridesmaid makeup. She…read morespecifically did my makeup, but her associate Lindsay was super awesome as well. All of us talked about all different styles of eye makeup and some of our own products we found that they wanted to add to their palette. We vibed really well and talked a bunch about so many various iconic moments in weddings and even special things we like to make in the kitchen and holiday activities. I even told her about some amazing food places around San Diego she had to try for future events. I had a 1940s themed wedding I was a part of so I wanted to create that subtle monochromatic eye look with a subtle lip rather than a bold red/orange to keep with my champagne dress and added lashes to help my blue eyes pop. It made everything look so natural that I still looked like me, just more polished. The picture I have here is literally almost 10 hours later, even through dancing, dinner, a windy ceremony, and lots and lots of professional photos taken throughout the day. I would love to have her as a top consideration for when my day comes. Thank you for everything, Chelsea!