I was a very nervous bride coming to my trial bc I had already been to three different trials at other salons. The results from all 3 other trials were not satisfactory. It was either rude staff, a makeup artist who didn't listen, or just that they didn't get what I wanted for my vision.
One of the reasons I checked out this place was because they had their prices online on their website. I hate calling up a place and then finding out how stupid I felt even wanting to ask about their astronomical prices. The prices here are so affordable. The pictures on their website was the second reason I wanted to come here. I wanted to look that good on my wedding day. Third reason, they come to you on your wedding day. Many salons I called up said I would have to go to them on my wedding day. I had way too much going on the day of my wedding to spend time going anywhere besides the church and the reception hall.
Before my trial, I had spoken to Nyah via email, and she put me at ease about my upcoming trial. I didn't know what to expect but when I got to their studio, it was at a wedding shop boutique. It was great to know that they worked in a wedding boutique as I'm sure Brides is their main focus. Some makeup places don't work with too many Brides so they tend to get to, let's say, "creative" with their work.
I met with Nyah the makeup artist and I think also owner of Nocturnelle Beauty) and Nicky, who will be my hairstylist. She assured me of all my concerns and the issues I had with the other makeup companies I had tried out. My mother and sister came with me for support and to get an opinion and also to be another voice of reason in case we had another issue like my last trial arose (let's just say I was very frustrated and had an almost anxiety attack).
The hairstylist Nicky, got right to work after our consultation and I wanted a low bun. She got it right on the first try. But I wanted to see what it would look like in a messy style and she changed it for me to see. I was torn between a slicked back bun or a loose one and in the end we chose a slicked back bun to go with the theme of my wedding which is more formal. Nicky was so patient with me and I appreciate her listening to my concerns.
Next, Nyah worked on my makeup and I got air brush done. It felt amazing! So light on the skin and I think that's perfect because I love dancing and I hate it when I feel stuffy on my face. The makeup came out so good! I wanted an elegant smokey eye and she did just that. I had lashes too! She really did a great job.
She said she had a surprise for me and brought over a veil, tiara, and a wedding gown. Yes, a wedding gown. They are inside a wedding store so they had tons of wedding dresses. I had shown her my dress in a picture. I slipped into the dress and veil. My mother and sister almost screamed out loud and actually cried when I came out of the room in the dress. My mother was in tears and couldn't stop taking pictures. I saw what I will look like on my wedding day in the mirror and it finally hit me that I'm going to be a Bride. I know, it didn't really feel real yet until that moment and it was amazing. I loved everything.
My eyes, lips, and these great cheekbones she gave me with makeup! I did have a jump in my heart. I knew this was it that this was how I wanted to look on my wedding day.
On my wedding day, Nyah and her team came and made my bridal party and I absolutely beautiful! They came early, set up, and got right to work. They didn't get in the way of anyone, even the photographer commented on how great their work was. They were super quick, and got us all ready with an hour to spare for pictures.
My husband to be at the alter whispered to me, you look beautiful. I cried. Yes. I did. And my makeup didn't melt! My guests couldn't stop saying how beautiful I looked and all said you are glowing with beauty!
Thank you guys so much for making me feel so beautiful. And my bridesmaids are all looking to book you for their weddings now! Thank you so much! read more