Occasions by Elena Bridal Hair, Traditional or Airbrush MakeUp and Hair Extensions
White Plains, NY 10601
(map) Phone: 914-414-3084
Reviews for Occasions by Elena Bridal Hair, Traditional or Airbrush MakeUp and Hair Extensions
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Elena is a very talented and detail oriented beautician and hair dresser. She is well worth the time and money that you spend figuring out your look for the day.
If you know what you want then its great, she make your dreams a reality. If you dont know what you want, like me, she gives you a look based on talking to you and trying out different looks. Either way it is guaranteed that you would look your best on the day.
Elena is very patient and understanding. She tries to find a balance between what you want and what your mothers want for you. If you are a bride you know what I am talking about. In the end you will get a beautiful look. She is excellent at both hair and make up.
On my wedding day, because of some changes to the dress, we had to scrap the do that we decided on the trial and go with something different, Elena was not only calm and composed but she also came well preapred for any last minute changes.
She was quick but great and dealt with everyone with high standard of professionalism.
I recommend her for both hair and makeup for you and your bridal party.
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Elena and her assistant were wonderful additions to my wedding day. Elena is extremely professional and talented in her field. Everyone who attended my wedding complimented me on my hair and make-up and could not believe the transformations Elena had performed on all of my bridesmaids and the moms. Elena helped me to relax before my wedding ceremony and was very gentle, patient and understanding with every member of the bridal party.
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Elena is great! She did an amazing job on everyone's hair on my wedding day. When I met Elena for a trial I showed her a picture of what I was looking for and she did a perfect job creating the romantic look that I wanted. My hair looked beautiful from all angles! I got so many compliments on it from my family and friends. Thank you so much Elena!
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Dear Elena,
I want to thank you for being a part of our wedding. I appreciate your time and participation. I was more than pleased with your amazing work. You made me feel and look like a princess on a very special day in my life :)
Thank you again for your spectacular work.
Love ,
Martha
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Elena is absolutely fabulous. We had a few technical problems at the hotel and she dealt with them wonderfully and made sure that everyone was ready and beautiful on time.
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Dear Elena,
I cannot thank you enough for making my wedding day so special. My hair was simply gorgeous and lasted the entire day and night.
I am truly impressed by your professionalism and your talent. Perhaps above all, you always listened to exactly what I had in mind and delivered every time. Everyone complimented on how gorgeous I looked and I owe it all to you!
I'd be happy and honored to recommend your services to anyone. Thank you for everything.
Love,
Martha.
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I would recommend Elena without any hesistation. I called her 3 weeks before my wedding because I couldnt find anyone that I trusted or was relieable. Elena was professional and did an amazing job. She listened to what i really wanted and talked me through the whole process. I was very impressed by her from the second i met her. I will absolutely use her services again in the future. She is kind, smart, talented and professional. I looked beautiful on my wedding day and it was all because of her. She's fantastic!!!
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Elena and her team did hair and makeup services for my wedding two weeks ago and I could not have been happier. Everyone looked gorgeous and I LOVED my look for my wedding day. We were a large group- 10 for hair and makeup, but Elena's schedule ensured everything was on track and we were all ready on time. She was extremely helpful and flexible and made sure each girl looked perfect and more importantly that each was happy with her look. None of us has ever looked better! I would 100 perfect recommend using Elena. We will definitely be using her again for any event where we need to look our best.
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Elena did a great job with my hair and airbrush makeup. She also did my mom's hair and makeup. I am very pleased with her work and I definitely recommend her to any bride-to-be.
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Elena is excellent, very professional and punctual . She knows what you want and how you wanted, good listening . She made me feel, that the wedding day was the most important day of my life, I felt I was a model for a day, the hair was perfect and the make up was incredible, I danced all day and sweat and the make up was intact.. I highly recommended her. for me she was perfect.
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I was thrilled with the results and Elena was so easy to work with. She worked her schedule around ours and made sure we were happy with the look before she left. I enjoyed myselfallthe more because I was so happy with the way I looked. I iwll definitely use her anytime I need professional hair and make up services
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Dear Elena,
I wanted to thank you for doing my hair and makeup for my wedding and the makeup for my mom, aunt and mother in law. We were all so THRILLED with your work. While none of us normally wears make up you made us look natural yet beautiful and we all received numerous compliments about how we looked. Your warm and thoughtful manner makes so so easy to work with as well. You truly made me feel special on my special day. I wish you continued success in the future and I will continue to recommend you and hope to have the opportunity to use you again the future. Thank you so very much.
Best,
Beth
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Elena did an excellent job on my hair and make-up and my mom's hair and make-up for my wedding. I was very happy with how both of us looked. I highly recommend her. She was professional and friendly and got our hair and make-up done on time. We were very satisfied. Her coming to our home to get us ready was the perfect solution for a hectic and exciting day.
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Elena did a wonderful wonderful job in beautifying me on my wedding day. she did a great job and everyone praised her beautiful work... all the best and blessing elena =)
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Working with Elena was wonderful! We meet a few times before the big day, to make sure I got exactly what I wanted. When it came down to price and quality, she was very reasonable and her work exceptional. I recommend her to every bride!
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Elena did an excellent job on my hair and makeup for my wedding day. She is a very skilled hairstylist and i would definitely recommend her!
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Elena proved herself to be an excellent stylist. My hair and make-up lasted the entire day and night. Having her come to me made my day stress free.
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I would recommend Occassions By Elena simply because she is "the best". She provided both me, my sisters and my mom with professionalism, finese, and most of all patience. We were all thrilled with the way we looked. Our make up was flawless and our hair looked perfect. Elena was able to "relax" me with her own soft unique personality, therefore allowing us a "Perfect Wedding Day"
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Elena is not only a great person she is also a great technician and stylist
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Elena is a great find in a hair stylist and makeup artist. She made me feel so relaxed on the wedding day - I just sat back and let her work her magic with her airbrush and curling iron. She's pleasant to work with from start to finish!
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Elena and her team of hair stylists and make-up artists made the whole bridal party look amazing! They were all very responsive to the individual needs of each girl, and especially to the bride and the mothers of the bride and groom. Everyone's make-up stayed put for the entire day, and hair was done meticulously and securely. As the bride, I was given the most attention, and was more than pleased with my outcome. Elena took special care to be sure I looked and felt great. She was especially helpful when at the last minute the flowers I had planned on putting in my hair wilted. She helped secure totally different flowers which we hadn't planned on. The whole style came together and I (and my husband) loved my look!
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I was very pleased with Elena's work! I felt comfortable with her and her team doing my hair and make up. Elena and her team were very professional, punctual, and did an amazing job on our looks. I didn't hear the end of compliments on how great I looked from my friends and family. She is a very talented women and I would definitely contract her again for any special occasion.
Occasions by Elena is has and provides an excellent service when it comes to Bridal Hair and Makeup. My client and her wedding party were satisfied and looked absolutely beautiful. I look forward to working with her again and recommending her. Jacqueline - Lifetime Events by Jacqueline - Wedding & Event Coordinator - Director of ABC NY Westchester/Bronx Networking Group
Elena is a master of her craft. She is a perfectionist in hair and makeup and knows today's trends and chic styles that are in demand. You'll feel like a supermodel for a day. Occasions by Elena will have you glowing and radiant and I love the airbrushing technique for makeup application. Both my hair and makeup stayed in tact through the entire wedding and looked terrific!
About Occasions by Elena Bridal Hair, Traditional or Airbrush MakeUp and Hair Extensions
As a Freelance Hair Stylist and Makeup Artist I am committed to bringing all the beauty, comfort and
convenience to the place of your choice.
For your Wedding, Bar / Bat Mitzvah or any other special event, whether you desire dramatic evening glamour or "just barely there" to enhance your natural beauty, I provide options to fit any mood or occasion. Romantic, sophisticated or
trendy, I will help you make this occasion a day to remember forever.
I also offer AIRBRUSH Makeup, Professional and temporary Hair Extensions, Keratin treatmetns, Hair Cutting and Coloring Services.
For more information or to schedule an appointment please call (914)-414-3084 or email me at elena@occasionsbyelena.com Serving the Tri State Area, All of Westchester County and the Hudson Valley
FAQ for Occasions by Elena Bridal Hair, Traditional or Airbrush MakeUp and Hair Extensions
A: If you color your hair then you should have it touched up 1 or 2 weeks before your wedding to make sure that any roots are concealed. This is also a good time for a final trim and a conditioning treatment.
Q: Should I wash my hair on the day of my wedding?
A: If you are wearing your hair up, don’t wash your hair on the day of your wedding or the night before. Your hair is easier to style if you wash it 24 hours before the time of the hair appointment. If you are wearing your hair down, you should wash it on the day of your wedding. Consult with your stylist because different rules apply depending on hair type.
Q: How do I make my hair look shiny on my wedding day?
A: Great bridal locks require care and attention. Avoid daily washing, blow-drying, and heat-styling, which can cause split ends and "wispies" (those little broken pieces of hair that stick up from your scalp). Strengthen your hair from the inside out by eating foods rich in Vitamin B such as fish, nuts, and eggs. Treat yourself to invigorating scalp massages and deep conditioning treatments, which stimulate hair follicles and add body.
FYI: There is no way to repair damaged ends -- once your hair breaks, get a trim!
Q: What Are the Best Hair Accessories For Brides?
A: Before you buy any accessories for your hair, meet with your stylist to figure out which style works best for you according to your wedding dress, hair type, and face shape. Here are some suggestions:
Crystal or pearl barrettes. Bun covers. Diamond hair pins Combs and headbands Fresh or silk fragrant flowers Ponytail holders…yes, you can wear a glamorous and sophisticated ponytail on your wedding day! Veils and tiaras...how many other times in your life are you allowed to wear these?
Q: What type of facial mask should I use to improve my skin tone before my wedding day?
A: Purge pores with a deep-cleaning mask. Choose the right formula for your skin type. An exfoliating mask that doubles as a scrub is ideal to slough off dry skin, while a clay-based mask minimizes pores and helps reduce shine on oily complexions. For flaky skin try the Honey & Oat 3-in-1 Scrub Mask and for greasy skin, try Tea Tree Oil Face Mask, both from The Body Shop.
Get a facial. A professional skin expert will be able to clean you up, clear you out, and identify skin problems. Speak up, ask questions, and find out what you should add to (or skip) in your beauty routine and what kinds of ingredients work best for your skin type.
Q: How do I get rid of dark circles?
A: Dark circles and puffiness are common bride-to-be afflictions. (All those late nights pouring over the seating chart are bound to take its toll!) Since the skin around your eyes is particularly sensitive, remove eye makeup with a water-soluble remover (don’t scrub), and keep rubbing to a minimum. A nightly application of eye cream combined with adequate sleep (eight hours is necessary) will improve the appearance of dark circles; cool compress once or twice a week (or as needed) helps reduce puffiness as well. In the days prior to the wedding, avoid salty food, which can cause eyes to look swollen. Dip cotton pads in ‘cucumber juice’ and place them on your eyes for 15 minutes.
Drink lots of water, eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and avoid reading late at night lying down.
Q: Should my make-up be done after my hair is styled?
A: Yes, it is best to do your makeup last so it stays fresh.
Q: How long does it take to do my hair and makeup on the day of my wedding?
A: It varies depending on the hairstyle you have chosen, but on average it takes about thirty minutes to do your makeup and about one and a half hours to do your hair. If you have a large wedding party, it may be necessary to start very early in the morning.
Q: What if I need to re-touch my makeup during the day?
A: I apply your makeup so that it lasts all day. However, I always provide blotting sheets and a small pot of lipstick for you to use during the day.
Q: How many people can you do on the wedding day?
A: Usually three to four, but I bring an assistant to help for larger parties or if there are time constraints. I can discuss this with you at your trial run.
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