Illusions by Melanie

I was flipping through my wedding album today, and it all started coming back to me - how many different people had worked together to make that day happen. Melanie was the star performer of all my wedding vendors. I went to our initial consultation with some specific ideas about what I wanted my makeup and hair to look like, but I could not visualize clearly how it would work together with my wedding dress, or how the bright lighting for the formal photos and the ceremony would differ from the evening reception. I don't usually wear a lot of makeup, and I was not sure where my comfort zone would be for such a special occasion. Melanie helped me design the perfect combinations of makeup and hair for myself, my mother, and my bridesmaid. On the morning before the wedding, I was a little anxious about all of the details coming together on time. Melanie showed up right on cue, and immediately made me feel at ease. Our makeup and hairdos were perfect, and came together right on time. My husband-to-be said afterward that he was really impressed with the transformation - it was as if he were seeing me for the first time all over again. My mom and my bridesmaid were really happy also. When we were able to look at the wedding party photos afterward, it was immediately apparent who had had their hair and makeup done by the consummate professional, and who had "winged" it, or dragged themselves to their regular salon. I can't thank her enough for her artistry, patience, and good humor. I have recommended her to a couple of friends since then for their own weddings, and heard nothing but good things back from them. Now I am recommending her to you, too!