Betty Kennedy and Associates

Stunning! I just can't say enough about Betty's beautiful work. I was blown away by how my hair and make-up turned out. She made me feel amazing and really captured the look I was going for. Her team also did an amazing job with my mother and bridesmaids. Everyone was so pleased with their hair and makeup. One of my bridesmaids said that they loved their makeup better than they did on their own wedding day. The lovely part of it all was that she was a pleasure to work with as well. I highly recommend Betty and her team.

I went to Betty after reading all the glowing reviews on here. Now, I'm questioning their validity--if you'll notice, they're nearly all written by members who haven't reviewed anything else, and almost all of them within days of each other. Seems fishy to me--that's often a sign of a vendor putting out false reviews that they themselves have written.

I should preface this review by saying that I am a working actress in Los Angeles, so I have a lot of experience with professional makeup and hair artists.

I had a truly AWFUL consultation/trial with Betty. I was given a specific allotment of time for the trial (normal), which would have been more than enough if she hadn't spent the first 30 minutes after my arrival googling some medical condition that she has and was convinced I would develop because we have similar coloring. While I appreciate being informed of such things, I'd have much preferred her to write the name of it on a piece of paper and let me research it myself, instead of letting me sit there waiting for her while she ate up the time I was paying for.

Finally I got her away from her computer after lots of "Thanks, I'll look into it later--would you like to see the pictures I brought?" She sat me down, set my hair into pin curls, then she started on my makeup.

She didn't ask me anything about my skin (sensitivity, allergies, etc.) before starting, which is strange for a makeup artist, but I thought that she might just have really good instincts. I wasn't permitted to look in the mirror until she was "finished," so I couldn't make suggestions or comments on what I did and didn't like along the way. Again, I assumed she just had good instincts, so I trusted her. I felt her working only on one side of my face, and after about 10 minutes (not very long for makeup...) she said "Do you need to see both sides? Or will just one eye do? Because we're getting short on time." Umm, whose fault is THAT, Miss Google? I said that I guessed just one was fine, if it meant I'd be able to try the two hairstyles I paid for. She showed me my makeup, which was absolutely horrid. It looked like the kind of makeup I was doing at age 12, when I'd first discovered eyeshadow. I am NOT exaggerating. I thought it was a joke. Then she put some lipgloss on, which stung a little, so I asked if it was supposed to do that. She said yes, it enhanced the color (I'm fully aware that there are lipglosses that do this, I own some, but this was absolutely not the same). 2 minutes later it was BURNING and I asked for baby wipes to remove it. My lips were BRIGHT red for at least six hours, then started peeling. Not necessarily her fault, but she should've known/warned me that she was putting something potentially irritating on me.

So then we did the hair, half-up first. This was not quite as disappointing as the makeup, but poor nonetheless. The curls looked completely unpolished, and when I asked about that she said "Well it won't look that way the day of." Excuse me, but isn't the point of a trial to see exactly what you'd get the day of, in order to decide whether you want it? By that point, I was pretty ready to write her off, so I didn't bother pushing the issue. She then did an updo that was actually lovely, but not secure at all. The pins were falling out less than an hour later, and the loose curls had become completely straight--she didn't use any styling product at all, so it's not surprising that they fell out.

During the whole consultation she was also questioning me (and not in a friendly day-at-the-salon way) about my education, career (which she decided to give me advice on, even though I have found more success as an actor at 24 than she ever has at 50+), etc. and then went on to say she can't IMAGINE having gotten married at my age, that she would have been divorced before 30 and back at square one. I was disgusted that she would speak to a bride this way. Then came the kicker--I was talking about the dark circles under my eyes and that I thought they were a result of my very fair skin being "really thin" in that area. When I said the words "really thin" she shouted "You are NOT thin!" I was shocked. My body aside (though at a size 2, most people would not be aghast even if I HAD suggested that I am thin), I could not believe that A. she was not listening closely enough to have any clue what I was saying yet thought it was appropriate to comment so forcefully, and B. that she would so openly insult a potential client!! What on earth was she thinking? I suppose I'll never know.


Bottom line: I have no idea how she is so well reviewed on here. No idea. Though given the interesting stats of her reviews (as I discussed at the beginning of this review), I'm starting to develop a theory. She says that she works professionally all the time, but I asked when her last photoshoot was and she said "Oh I can't even remember!" She was disrespectful of my time, and generally rude and condescending to me. Even if her work had been beautiful (which it wasn't), I wouldn't have wanted to poison my wedding day with the presence of such a negative and toxic person.

I just want to say how wonderful I think Betty Kennedy and Associates are. Betty herself did my makeup and hair back in Jan. for my wedding, I loved her work. :D She is such a easy person and you can tell pleasing is important to her. She won me over the day of my trial.....She gave me 2 looks on each and we took lots of pictures to view later.

Her service she offers is extremly professional! I love the fact she gives you a list of suggestions and recomendations to prepare you for your wedding day. Her suggestions were something I would have never thought of. It really made a big difference before and the day of. She even had a great nail service she suggested who came to our room doing manicures. This was great!! (Mobilenails)

Her team of professionals were just as great!! I had a large wedding party and she timed everything perfect.... There was plenty of time for touchups before we all walked out the door. I was even able to hire her for an extra hour during photo's to watch my hair and keep me fresh before the ceremony. (Boy I am glad I did!) :D

Her price was a little more than some, but I felt more comfortable hiring her company because she was sooooo detailed, they were worth every penny. To me professionalism is important and to know I did not need to worry about anything when booking her service.

Thank you Betty Kennedy and Assoicates for providing me with great service. I love my pictures. (YOU ROCK!)

Check out her website her work is beautiful.

I highly recommend you book Betty Kennedy for your wedding. She is professional, reliable, down to earth and most of all, loaded with talent and skill. I trusted her with my deposit, and she came through and all I can say is, I was extremely happy with her work. The best part was having everyone tell me how beautiful I looked without being overdone. She's the best!

March 28, 2007 was a "day to remember" in my world of special memories. As I reflect on the successful moments that led to my special day, one person deserves to be recognized:

BETTY KENNEDY & ASSOCIATES

Who would of thought that this amazing hair & make-up artist would become the key element to my special day? When I first met with Betty, I immediately knew she was the right choice due to her professional talent and sincere personality. What I was not expecting was the dedication and commitment Betty Kennedy and Associates exuded before and after to insure my 'special day goals' were met.

Betty Kennedy took her own time to with meet me at various meetings (warddrobe fittings, room design, etc) before hand to insure my hair and make-up shinned. Betty Kennedy took her own time to follow up with me offering to help with the photographer edits to make sure I had the best photos. All of which was a gift!

I feel very blessed to have had Betty on my team and hope this posting will bring recognition to Betty Kennedy and Associates! I highly recommend her to every Bride.

i am so pleased with the way that my makeup turned out for my wedding. i am a working model and have worked with countless makeup artists around the world.

betty kennedy and her team really made me feel more beautiful then i ever have on any high fashion shoot. she made my skin look softer than the petal in my bouquet!

she really focused on the right colors and textures for the event. being in front of people but also on capturing the best look for the camera and the film crew...

i will never forget how much she put me at ease and made me feel more special then i have ever felt in my life...

we just got the film back and it is phenominal! breathtaking work and it's flawless without being touched up!!!

she truly is an artist and master of her craft.

thank you betty. you have no idea how much your attention to detail and your advise helped me and calmed my nerves on this one time event. my most special day!!!

thank you!

Had Betty and her group work on my wedding and I have to say she is the best. The make up was naturally beautiful and show up great on pictures. Can't say enough about how great her work is. She worry about every little detail down to the nails ( very beautiful) so I didn't have to.....thank you so much for the beautiful job and all the brides maid will call you when they get marry too!! They all love you. Your team of artist were all very nice and professional...so glad I found you for the wedding. Saw your work in Vogue and GQ in March!! Congrats...

BK and Assoc. showed Professionalism and is a great organization!
Betty's and her team have a calming demur.
She gave me a list of suggestions and recommendations before my wedding day to prepare me for the biggest day of my life.
Her team of professionals were on time and very efficient.
Her team are all great artist and had us ready in a 4 hour time frame and we were picture perfect!
She evens stays through the pictures if you book for extra time. She is right there touching you up treating you like a celebrity...
She scheduled everything perfect and with no delays.
Her service is well worth the price of professionalism with her years of experience.
I had other consultations but found her to be the one who suited me the most.
Overall, I would recommend them to everyone!

I found Betty Kennedy & Associates on the Wedding Channel and I absolutely loved working with her. Due to her level of professionalism during the consultation, I was able to trust completely that the my wedding would go smoothly. The look she gave me was beautiful, natural and flawless. She has a great attitude and most importantly she LISTENED to what I wanted. Betty and her girls made me feel like a princess and I want to thank them for helping to create beautiful lifelong memories.

I can't say enough good things about Betty and her associates. She took the time to listen to all my demands and worries and turned me from a Bridezilla to a Beaming Bride. I had my doubts at first but she proved me wrong. My wedding pictures attest that i look like a million bucks, just how I dreamed and didn't think possible! I definitely recommend Betty to all you brides out there who have high expectations and looking for a true profesional to make it come true.

When I was getting married I was so nervous and of course wanted to look like myself but on a great hair, skin, and makeup day. A friend of mine swore by Betty and I saw how beautiful my friend looked in all of her wedding photos. I am so glad I took my friend's advice! Betty and her staff were so professional and unobtrusive. The wedding was very posh as my inlaws are from New York and Betty was so gracious and classy she made everyone feel comfortable. My pictures came out great, thanks to Betty and her crew! They are incredible!

Amanda C

Betty and her girls were the absolute BEST!!!! I had 3 hair/makeup trials in the LA area and was so relieved when I met Betty. She has such a gift and truly made me the most beautiful bride. I liked her so much that I had her and her team do the hair and makeup for my entire bridal party, flower girls, mother and mother in law. It was organized and fun. I recommend her to anyone I know getting married. I always say that my hair is one of my favorite things of my wedding. My makeup was natural and fresh and looked fantastic in pictures. If you want to see my hair/makeup go to her site and click on weddings.

You can't go wrong with Betty!

Kimberly Jefferson Tauber married '04 in Malibu, Ca