WOWPRETTY Professional Makeup and Hair
San Francisco Bay Area & Destination Weddings, CA 94010
(map) Phone: 415-871-5512
Reviews for WOWPRETTY Professional Makeup and Hair
GUEST




I wanted to give Wowpretty M&H a huge kudos for making my bride look so beautiful on our wedding day. Everything was perfect.My wife Jill was so happy with her makeup and hair. I wanted to thank Jira for all her hard work along with Elena and Yoong for a superb job with the girls in the wedding party.The girls also loved the job they did for them. Jill had said that working with Jira was great and that she knew how to get everything done so professorially. Oh and Jira my wife absolutely loves your Jira Couture cosmetic line and she looks forward to buying more makeup from you. Wishing you much success with the product line.
Thank you again
David
GUEST




I wanted to stop by and give a big thumbs up for the Wowpretty team for making my wife Anne looked so beautiful on our wedding day. My wife looks fantastic everyday and on our wedding day she was breath taking. I want to put a big Thank you out to Jira for all her attention and care.Anne was so comfortable with Jira and everything she had done was great.In my eyes a true professional.
Thank you again
Mark
GUEST




We knew Wowpretty from my school friends, who used / hired Jira of Wowpretty for thier wedding makeup /hair services.
I booked my wedding w/o a trial because I had a tight budget! And also I was so confident with Jira/ her team and so many good reviews everywhere.
We really highly recommend Jira of Wowprety!!
Miie -
GUEST




I was from NY & met Wowpretty.com on Yelp.com right after I saw the wowpretty works, I booked one of wowpretty stylists right away so that I booked Elena of wowpretty team.
I had my engagement photo M&H and my trial M&H for my wedding with her. I m truly Happy with her. It is not just she is very trying to understand what I wanted and she also is good listening.
Elena also took care of my hair cut/color before my wedding at Wowpretty salon in san Mateo and my wedding M&H turned out just awesome & Can't wait to see my wedding photos.
Tina Change, NY
GUEST




Jira is the best. She did my wedding day makeup and hair and did a wonderful job. Elena also assisted with my bridesmaid's hair and my mom's hair and makeup. They are such a great team and work so efficiently. I think we were ahead of schedule because of their hard work. They put so much effort into making your wishes come true and that goes for my bridesmaid's hair too.
Couldnt be happier with their service. I'll likely go back for hair and makeup when my husband and I do our one year anniversary wedding shoot. And Jira, if you're reading this, thank you again!!! You were amazing. =)
GUEST




Elena did amazing job on my wedding day. She's extremely nice and very passion person .
She did it exactly what I want !:))
Thank u for everything !:)
GUEST




Sooyeon was wonderful! She did a fabulous job with my makeup. I flew in from out of town and had to have my trial done the day before my wedding ceremony. Jira was very responsive, sending me detailed e-mails regarding their services and made the experience easy to arrange long distance.
GUEST




Wowpretty was one of the first vendors i hired almost immediately after i got engaged. I already knew that Jira was one of the best in the industry and i booked her quick because she gets booked up fast! I didn't even go in for a trial and went with my gut that she would do a great job. I ended up doing a trial after i booked her and it came out exactly the way i envisioned. She understood that i wanted to look natural but still have color. She took her time to make my hair and makeup perfect. On the day of the wedding, she and four of her makeup artists all arrived on time at my hotel. They worked their butts off to get myself, 8 of my bridesmaids and 2 mothers done in 3 hours! Jira made my makeup perfect and it stayed put all day ( 6 am-midnight) ! She is extremely talented at what she does. Do not hesitate to book her if you are looking for a top notch makeup/hair team!
GUEST




Thank you sooooo much Elena from wowpretty . So incredibly talented. She really gets to know you and creates the vision you are going for. She truly made me feel like a princess on my wedding day. She made me feel so beautiful. She is also such a friendly, funny and honest person. Wonderful, talented and amazing.
GUEST




Sorry for too late for the review. First, I want to Thank you Miss Elena, is from Wowpretty Professional makeup hair agency. Elena did my hair for my wedding, my hair looked great. I got so many compliments on it. It didn't really look like my trial run, but I was the one, who changed the hair updo to be hair down. My hair looked great and better LOL.
My makeup was nice. Elena started makeup at 5am-stayed with my reception(dinner)
Elena stayed with me all day and I purchased her diamond touchup package, which was $100 / hour but I got 20% discount because I booked her almost a year before my wedding day.
I have My trial session 2 times, I had to say Thank you so much for Jira of Wowpretty, all the fast respond emails all my questions and set up my 2 trial sessions. Jira was so helpful and super nice.
My trial 1st one was my engagement 8 months before the day and 2nd one was my wedding trial, which happened 1 wedding before my wedding day since I cut my hair too short so why we had the 2nd trial session and I bought the hair extension from Wowpretty in order to get the look I wanted (hair down)
Thank you again Wowpretty/Elena for making my dream come true. Elena is not good listener and also super professional. Love you!
GUEST




Jira does amazing work. My sister found her over 4 years ago when she was married. I was only a bridesmaid then, but I remember thinking how much I liked how she did our hair and make-up. Jira did my wedding hair and makeup. It looked great! Got multiple compliments. It was exactly what I wanted- which she made sure of. She is very easy to work with and very professional. I would recommend her to future brides.
GUEST




Jira and her team are amazing, and they will make you look and feel like a star! :) They were not just on time, but early, were done on time (something that apparently rarely happens), and made me and my bridesmaids look gorgeous. Thank you Jira, Elena and Yoong!
GUEST




Jira is amazing. Not only is she beautiful but she is also a very kind person. The thing I valued most able Jira is her honesty. So many vendors will tell you want to hear---not Jira---she straight up tells you the truth. You don't know how much I appreciated that.
She did an outstanding job helping me create the "look" I wanted for my wedding---1920s old Hollywood. My make-up and hair never looked so great. They looked so good, I now have her cut, color, and style my hair on a regular basis at her salon in San Mateo! Her team also did H & M for 6 other people in my wedding. All were pleased with her work and looked great.
Finally, Jira made communication super easy. She is very responsive over email, always returning calls/emails within 24 hours. Her contracting is straight forward and she was even EARLY to do my H & M on wedding day.
Overall experience: A+!
GUEST




I hired Jira and her team to do hair and makeup for me, my bridesmaids, my future sister-in-law, and the mothers. Jira is the owner and head makeup artist for Wow Pretty. She is very talented and she makes what she does look effortless. Her team is professional, friendly, and, most importantly, very good at what they do. Jira did a terrific job at my hair & makeup trial and it was a no brainer to hire her. Additionally, if you want a guy's opinion, my now husband thought my hair and makeup from the trial looked great too. She has tons of experience and her website shows all the brides she has worked with and the positive testimonials. She's very responsive via email. On the wedding day, she and her team showed up promptly and efficiently got to work since we had so many people. The final product was gorgeous - natural, not overworked; it didn't even feel like I had makeup on. The airbrushing is awesome. It makes your skin look so smooth. Everyone was satisfied with their hair and makeup. I can vouch that all of the women's hair held up the entire night. It rained during my ceremony and my makeup still held. I thought her prices were reasonable given the quality product I was getting. With Jira and her team helping you on the day of, it's one less thing you need to worry about. As a bride, that's gold.
GUEST




The first thing I learned when I started planning my wedding and looking for vendors was that everyone wants to be your friend, get your business, and take your money. I had already seen several stylist, and was actually already booked with one, but I booked with them because they were good nothing more.
At the trial, Jira was more than just a stylist, asking me for what I envisioned. She is an honest friend, someone who I felt wouldn't let me not have a beautiful and glamorous wedding. As a bride with a vision, you may think you know exactly what you want, but Jira would put her foot down on things she just knew wouldn't end up well. Take her advice, she sees many brides before and after and probably hears it all (the good, the bad, the thank you, and the regrets). I took her advice, and am so glad that I did. In fact, it's changed how I do my everyday make up, and I get compliments even though I'm not a bride anymore.
Other stylist, just did what I asked, and yes I looked beautiful, but you could tell they didn't share the same passion for my wedding day as I did. After my trial, I cancelled my other stylist and booked with WowPretty. Trust me, you know you've found the right one, when they share the same excitement about your wedding as you do. It's your wedding, surround yourself with those who won't let you fail. Thank you Jira!
GUEST




Wowpretty Agency is just so AMAZING.
I had helped by Jira Wowpretty 's CEO and had Nancy and Anna to do my makeup & hair, 5 Bridesmaid, and 2 moms for my wedding @ Sonoma. They finished with my group just 3.30 hours. Things turned out so PERFECT, makeup & hair stay until mid night (thx for her airbrush), wedding photos came out so GREAT!
They ROCK!
GUEST




Felt like the most beautiful girl in the world! , after getting married on Jan 30th, 2011, and just had to leave a few words about Yoong from Wow Pretty, she was so incredible. Yoong and her assistant came round the morning of my wedding, and completely transformed me, my two bridesmaids, and my mom, and I still can't get over how amazing we all looked!! I received so many compliments on our hair, and how 'glowing & radiant' our make-up looked, and it stayed on all day. Yoong was an absolute pleasure to spend the morning with, and I would 100% recommend her to anybody looking for a perfect wedding.
GUEST




Yoong thank you so much for everything.After several trials with other people i came across you thank god. my hair and makeup was everything i had wished for and more,my bridesmaids and mum looked amazing. im so glad i had you there on the morning of my wedding you were fantastic above the call of your duty and i will always remember you as one of the nicest people i have ever met as well as being the best in the field at your job xx
GUEST




Just want to drop words that Wowpretty team did SUCH an amazing job on my wedding day on Nov 5, 2010. Yoong , Elena, and Sylive are 3 senior stylists from Wowpretty, they arrived 10 min before the time.
My 7 BMs, 2 Moms, and I were absolutely satisfied with the make-up and hair they did. I got so many compliments from friends and
family specially My husband~ love it!! And also I really love the "air brush" technique which Wowpretty team used different foundation than another stylists since I have tried a bunch bay area makeup artists in the past 3 years. I can hardly feel that I am wearing and makeup. I would like to say highly to Wowpretty team. They did a wonderful job as well on my best friend weddings on Sept 12, 2010 and Aug 22, 2010.
Rachel!
GUEST




If I could give Yoong (WowPretty) and her team a 10 star rating, I would do it in a second. The Wowpretty company was the first name to pop up in my internet search after my first (and only) botched hair and make-up trial with another vendor. After reading Yoong's glowing reviews online, I had to do a test trial right away; which I knew would be worth it...and it WAS. Yoong and her team were so professional, talented and sweet on the day of my wedding. They were so friendly, I felt like they were my guests...
Thank you very much Yoong
You made my special day extra special...
GUEST




My hair and make up was exactly what I wanted for my wedding day. My skin looked flawless because Jira uses airbrush make up which matched my natural skintone. I loved my eye make up; a great balance between sexy and natural. My make up lasted all day and night. Thanks Jira!
GUEST




Yoong a senior styles at wowpretty did a great job on my hair and make up for my wedding day. I received many compliments on my hair and makeup. The make up stayed on the whole day and it came out looking very natural and very nice in person and in pictures. I recommend Yoong if you are having a wedding because she is prompt and she does a very good job at making you look your best.
Thank you so much for helping me look my best on my special day!
Marry M.
GUEST




I would recommend WowPretty for professional wedding make-up and hair needs. Jira and her team did a wonderful job on me and my bridal party. My make-up & hair stayed on the whole night- from 10 am to 12 midnight and my photographer was impressed and commented that he has never seen make-up stayed that long throughout the day! I had a lot of inquiries from the guests on who did my makeup and have give Jira's name to potential clients. Thank you to Jira and her team you guys are AWESOME! Thank you for make me look Beautiful on my Special Day!
GUEST




I totally love Jira!! She did amazing job on me and my flower girls on the special day!! She is so responsible and very friendly to work with.
If you hire her, I can tell you right now that you have one less thing to worry about for your big day! I strongly recommend. The price is a little on the high end..... but it worth every single penny I spend on her.




Jira is fabulous! She's a true artist who helped me feel gorgeous on my wedding day. What I loved about Jira is that she was willing to accommodate all my requests and worked with me on the price so that all my bridesmaids and mom could get something done. I had two trial sessions with her and at first was a little unsure of the hairstyle. But Jira assured me that once my hair was cut in layers, it would all work out.
On the wedding day, Jira and her assistant arrived on time with suitcases full of makeup and hair accessories. They made everyone look beautiful and their work lasted through the night and into the next day!
If you want to feel gorgeous, visit Jira and her team!
GUEST




Jira was a pleasure to work with on my wedding day. I had two ceremonies in one day and she was able to accomodate my bridal party and myself for the entire day. Her team is very talented and I would recomment her services to any bride looking to look beautiful on her wedding day. My makeup was perfect at the end of the night after my long wedding day that started at 6 a.m. and ended at midnight. Thank you, Jira for being so talented.
Vendor response to review
Thanks You SO MUCH for the beautiful Review. It means so much to me.
Hope you have a wonderful holiday.
Stay Warm!
Jira




Jira is not your ordinary makeup artist, she is a makeup magician! Having worked with a few other makeup artists on previous occasions, I can truly speak to the difference. She does not make the stiff and chalky faces that you often see on traditional brides. Rather, her artwork is very light and natural-looking, as well as fashionable. My fiance was so amazed by the results of my hair & makeup trial that he kept saying "it's like the work of magic!" I had always dreamed of walking down the aisle looking my best. Thanks to Jira, my dream came true on the wedding day!
Vendor response to review
Thank you so much, Can't wait to see your wedding photos by Jade Studio.
Jira
GUEST




Jira is amazing! I worked with Jira for my engagement session and also on my wedding day. She is very good about listening to what I want and was able to create the looks that I wanted for my engagement session and my wedding. She and her team worked on me and my 3 bridesmaids and everyone looked so beautiful! On my wedding day, I had originally wanted my hair down. It was an outdoor ceremony, but just my luck, there were STRONG winds outside. Jira was quick, calm, and collected with plan B and ended up giving me a beautiful updo and it stayed put! Jira and her team are very professional -- they arrived a few minutes early and finished in time for my wedding photo sessions to begin. This type of professionalism is so important because you do not need added stress on your wedding day.
I highly recommend Jira's services!
Vendor response to review
Thanks you so much for the review, Kim!
GUEST




Jira was such a fun person! She makes you feel at ease the minute you sit down her make-up chair. SHe can make you smile and laugh and you forget your being nervous for your big day. So you feel calm and ready to take on the day. Her make-up was flawless, she made me even more beautiful without changing my appearance too much. She also did a great job with my hair. My hair is short and it was kind of difficult to figure out what kind of style to do with it but she was able to do wonders with my hair. I was very happy with Jira on my wedding day.
GUEST




Jira of WOWPRETTY did an AMAZING job for my wedding earlier this year. I was so happy with the results--both for my makeup trial and the actual wedding day! Everyone was complementing me and were saying that they loved my hair and makeup job. Jira listened to everything I wanted and came up with some innovative suggestions. I can't imagine using anyone else for an important occasion and recommend Jira and WOWPRETTY very highly!!
GUEST




Jira is an amazing make-up artist and hair stylist. The first time I met Jira was at my wedding trial appointment. I was so impressed with her work at my trial appointment, that I booked her right away for my wedding day and for the day before, so I can look good at both my wedding
and my rehearsal dinner party. For my wedding weekend (when more photos
will be taken of me, than at any other time in my entire life), I wouldn't trust
my hair and make-up to anyone but Jira.




Wowpretty team/ Jira did my hair and makeup for my wedding and I received compliments on it all night long. She and her3 assistants also did the 2 moms and 5 of my bridesmaids.
Jira from the beginning has been very professional and very quick to respond to all of my emails/inquiries.
My trial and engagement shoots went so well and the photos came out very NICE. I love every thing .....came out and was so lucky to find her team...Yes, from Projectwedding.com as well.
Of course! Speak highly of her team......the best 2 things 1. that you can negotiate if you have a tight budget like me $2200 with 7 people and also a makeup kit for the touch up...
check her website wowpretty.com




I liked her makeup and hair Dark eyes + liight lips and did half up -do.
Her prices was not expensive at all that I liked the best lololololo.
but It was a little to far for me to do a trial since I moved to SF but she is Downtown burligame.
GUEST




I was a BM for my best friend wedding. she hired Jira / Wow Pretty on her wedding 5 years ago so now It was my turn and look for a good makeup artists and hair stylists for my wedding 7/10/2009. I decided to hire Wow Pretty team which had all what I wanted airbrush, Makeup, hair, travel, big team, and touchup needed
The price was OVER my budget but unfortunately that I liked her/her team. I, 7 BMS, and 2 moms needed M&H done. The result was so excellent. Jira was SO Great and also Sylive, Yoong, Elena, and another guy I can not remember his name. Our M&H was last - midnight but started from 8am , not needed touchup much just for one time lipstick and a power touchup which provided from Jira cosmetic, called Jira (couture ) I think, and also they were a good team work and good attitude. I would recommend to every bride.
They had positive energy, on time, and natural professional. A makeup artist will be the 1st vendor on your wedding day so it is very important to choose the right team to start on your big day. it is not just only M&H for wedding that they can do but also provide you a good hi-light and cut before my big day.




This review is coming nearly a year after my wedding, but here it goes.
I was very impressed by all the rave reviews I'd read about Jira. When I contacted her, she was very responsive, which, when you're a nervous bride, is so, so important. When I met her, she was kind, friendly, gave opinions and suggestions, but also really tried to listen to what I was looking for.
But... she smelled strongly of cigarette smoke. She airbrushed my foundation, raving about how natural it looked while giving great coverage, but my skin looked so crinkled every time I smiled, I felt it aged me a good 10+ years. I wanted a nude lip, but every color she tried on me was really bright. I also wanted smokey eyes, but explained I didn't want the color to go too high on my lid. The color went really high on my lid. Then came the hair. I wanted loose, natural waves. I knew my hair was capable of this, because I did it myself all the time (I was hoping a pro could give me a touch more volume & staying power), but it came out straight and very flat until the last few inches, where I had Shirley Temple like curls. She blamed it repeatedly on my haircut. Needless to say, I was glad I had booked a trial. While she was wonderful to be around, and excellent at responding to any and all inquiries right away, I left my trial feeling, well, really, really ugly.
Vendor response to review
07/12/10
Mish,
I’ m really sorry to hear that you were dissatisfied with my work. In the last 10 years, we have never had any complaints regarding the airbrush machine. The airbrush machine consists of all Water Base foundation. Water Base is very light foundation that is never cakey or crinkled. So basically If it is ok on your trial day, it would be ok on your wedding day unless you used something different on that day. Did you use something different on that wedding day?
We always write down every color and makeup that we use on the trial day with a face chart and also send you the photos after the trial to listen for your feedback. On the wedding day, we will always ask our client if there are any changes to be made or if they would like use any other products aside from the trial products. We always follow these steps.
We have a salon to provide the bride the right cut and color for optimum results. This way you get what you are looking for. Roughly 80% of our clients get the hair cut from us and another 20% get their haircut somewhere else. So that means almost 100% of our clients get a hair cut to prepare the hair before the wedding day.
“But she smelled strongly of the smoky cigarette”. I am not a person who smokes and never. It really disappoints me that you were not happy overall with my quality of service and said I m the smoker. As we look into this issue we have not seen any details for your wedding day information so ...?
After careful review of our records it is established that this reviewer had never used our services nor was in direct communications with our company. Therefore, for all our potential customers please disregard this review as inaccurate/incomplete/unfounded. Customer satisfaction is a priority goal of our service and we don't leave any complaint unaddressed, that is why we responding to this comment. Please contact us directly if you have any questions in regards to the services and pricing we provide.
Thank you,
GUEST




Jira did my engagement session and wedding day hair and makeup last year and I couldn't be happier with the results on both occasions. She made me look and feel so beautiful and glamorous. (One of my guy friends even told me that I looked like a model at the wedding!) Usually, I don't like to wear much make-up but Jira is truly an artist and can make anyone feel/look beautiful and natural, which is pretty significant when it comes to wedding events. I have some acne scarring and blemishes and I was afraid that these would be visible in the wedding photographs but she was able to conceal these imperfections and still have the makeup look natural. Jira is really sweet, professional, easy to talk to, responsive, detail-oriented, and good at listening to what you want. She really takes the time to listen and understand what you're looking for.
For both my engagement session and wedding day, I had the airbrush makeup and fake lashes put on - which I highly recommend for the bride. The makeup lasts for over 12+ hours and Jira gave me a complimentary touch-up kit for use throughout the day. (Although, I didn't have to touch up at all for the rest of the day). I brought my own lipstick (but this is a more personal thing because I'm more picky about this). Depending on the package you choose, Jira will help you figure out how much time is needed to get everyone's H/M done and also anything else that might come up.
On the wedding day, Jira and her assistant arrived punctually at my hotel and they were both so fun, friendly, and professional to work with. They did such a great job on me and my bridesmaids. (I'm Asian and a few of my bridesmaids are Caucasian but all of our makeup came out beautiful). Also, our hair stayed in place all day, which is pretty impressive given all the moving around.
Her services were worth every penny and more. Wedding hair and makeup is so important! And so is trust. After the engagement session, I knew that I could trust Jira and WoWPretty for the big day. I cannot recommend WoWPretty enough.
GUEST




Wowpretty was really amazing on my wedding day. When I went for my trial with Jira she gave me the exact look I wanted and dreamed of. On my wedding day she went right to work and created that same look with no problems. Jira is really talented and takes her business very seriously, however, I feel like I made a good friend when I met Jira. She cared a lot about what I wanted and did everything I asked to make it happen. She was so easy to work with and made me look great. The cost of Wowpretty was great, I felt it was a good deal and I would highly recommend Wowpretty to anyone and everyone. Thanks Jira.




It started from the moment Jira took my phone call, she was very pleasant and sweet and worked to fit my trial into my busy schedule. When you work in the legal field days are long and nights longer so that alone helped me out tremendously. When my Mom and I showed up for my trial Jira was great. She explained everything, I already had a good idea of what I wanted after I checked out her website (I would recommend anyone to check it out, it is very informative and answered a lot of my questions before hand. It also has a great portfolio section that gave me a lot of ideas. www.wowpretty.com)
Anyway, Jira did a fantastic job at the trial, and when I was finished my Mom was so impressed that she asked Jira to do her makeup for the day too, her trial was the following week and she was just as impressed, she said all her friends at her club were jealous and couldn't stop complimenting her. They wanted her secret. I think my Mom scheduled the appointment on the day of her club meeting on purpose. Great move Mom.
As for the wedding, I can't say enough. It was just such a great day and Jira was a big part of it. It was everything I dreamed of and I was so excited with the way I looked, I figured that it must be the way someone like Charlize Theron feels on Oscar night. The dress, the makeup, the day, it just all was incredible, and I had to write this review because Jira and Wowpretty were a big part of making that way.
Thanks Jira, I know you'll be hearing from my friends.
GUEST




Sylvie from Wow pretty did my make-up for my wedding. We did the Air-brush make-up. Our trial went well, but for the day-of, I requested Sylvie make some minor adjustments to her original make-up. She recalled our colors and original plan to the dot and was very flexible about my requests. Sylvie made me look gorgeous and I still looked like myself, which was exactly what I asked of her. My make-up lasted all day and all night. I only had to re-touch my lipstick and blot some oil off twice. Sylvie was a pleasure to work with, she is very sweet and accomodating, she listens to your concerns and requests and I would highly recommend Sylvie to others.




Jira is Great! I would recommend to every bride. My wedding was wonderful. Especially, I had Jira and her team on my wedding for me and my 5 bridesmaids. She has a lot of experience plus her great personality. Very easy to work with. I'm so glad I made the right decision. All my bridesmaids loved it too. Thank you Jira for making me the most beautiful bride.
GUEST




I had my trial with Senior Stylist Yoong at Wowpretty and I absolutely loved her. My wedding was on March 2009, and I was so delighted that I found someone who can do an amazing job with air brush makeup. I usually never wear makeup, but after the trial, my mom and sister were very impressed with Yoong's abilities.On the day of the wedding she came with another stylist to take care of my bridesmaids so that she could focus on me.
She arrived on time and did a wonderful job and wowpretty is a great vendor that you can count on for your wedding day.
I recommend Yoong for doing you hair and make up for any special event..
Thank you so much Yoong for the picture perfect memories!
GUEST
GUEST




Jira and her team were great. She did a really good job with my make-up, but my eyeliner started to run during the reception. My hair stayed up all day. She was on time to my hotel room and was professional (while still having fun) the entire time. We were a little bit rushed to finish at the end, but I think that was because I had a lot more hair to put up than she anticipated, which wasn't her fault. (At the trial, she told me I needed to cut it, but I didn't because I donated my hair the next day). The trial went really well, and she took a lot of pictures and sent them to me right away.




Jira of Wow Pretty did such a great job on my hair and makeup on my wedding day! My bridesmaids kept telling me how amazing I look and how they were impressed that my makeup stayed on the ENTIRE day! I looked beautiful but yet natural and like myself. I'm usually oily and shiny throughout the day but Jira's airbrush makeup made me matte and comfortable. My hair was also very elegant and stayed the whole day and night!




Jira and her team did an AMAZING job (just like everyone else stated). I did do a trial with her first, and that's why I decided to book her for my Oct wedding. Everyone showed up on time...like she promised and ended on time...like she promised. Only boo boo made was on my part. I cut my hair 3 months before the wedding with someone else and thought it would grow out on time. Bad mistake. But she still was able to do what was done at our trial.
I was asking if she'd stay with me the whole day, and she said the make up would stay, and not to worry and it did!! And so did everyone elses. I did the airbrush foundation (a must!) and it looked flawless. My gf/sister/mom makeup stayed also. I wouldn't say she's the most afforable, but I thought it was worth every penny!!
Check out her blog if you don't believe me.. http://jirawowpretty.blogspot.com/
Jira...so glad I found you (^_^)!!




Jon and I went to a trial with Jira at her Burlingame Studio. I really like her work especially her eyelashes technique. I went back to work after we were finished and all my co-workers loved it. It lasted until dinner with my family and lovely future husband LOL. All of my co-workers and my family loved the amazing of airbrush foundation. You know most of men don't like women to wear a lot of makeup. Her air-brushing teachnique is super light, not cakey and lasts a long time.
I found this interesting info on her website.
"For your health and safety, We at wowpretty found in our research that water based foundation is what is best for all of our clients. It is in your best interest to use the water base to prevent any problems."
http://www.wowpretty.com/bmVideo.shtml
I would love to give her 5 stars.
Chelsea M Smith.
GUEST




Jira is awesome. She works magic with hair and makeup! I could not have been more pleased with how she did my hair and makeup on our wedding day, and it lasted all day long--from 6am to 11pm...what more could you ask for?? As with any makeup/hair artist, it's really helpful to bring photos of what you want done. Jira can take one look at a photo and instantly reproduce it--she is great.




Jira and her assistant did an amazing job on our wedding day! I *loved* how my hair and make-up looked--it felt so natural, and Jira worked wonders with my hair--it stayed intact ALL day (6am-midnight!). She really knows what she's doing!!
Jira's assistant did our BMs' hair and make-up, and they looked fabulous as well. Many compliments, all around.
GUEST




The WowPretty team did a fantastic job on our wedding day. They have to work on 7 people within 4 hours - in addition to the Bride, they have to work on 4 bridesmaids, MoB and my sister in law. Not only they completed the job on time, they did it with such fun. the girls had so much fun with Jira and Matt!
Jira and Matt are very professional.... Their make-up is very natural and elegant which is what i specifically requested.... They are also very flexible to adapt to individual's preference. I particularly loved the hairdo... I showed Jira a picture of the hairdo i like and she did an excellent job... I have been receiving so much compliments from my girlfriends! When i look at the photos and how beautiful we all looked, the money was well spent.
Thank you Jira and Matt for a job well done!
Michelle & Reiny
GUEST




Jira and her team was great. I had a last minute change in my schedule and she had was very accommodating. She took her time making sure that I looked my best on my wedding day. I didn't worry about my hair or makeup the whole day. After a full night of dancing, my hair and makeup was still in place. Everyone complimented on my hair and makeup. Jira is simply the best. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
She made me looked my best ever!
Thanks Jira!
GUEST




Jira is wonderful. I got some many compliments on my hair. It was quite a difficult and time consuming style, but she pulled through like the pro that she is. I can't thank her enough for everything!!! She is on time, so professional and friendly. I found her about three months or so before my wedding and i was so lucky that she was available! I would absolutely use her again and would recommend her to anyone and everyone!
Vendor response to review
Thank you so much for the review Angela
;-)
jira




I have booked Jira of Wowpretty and so far so good.
She is extremely accomodating to my needs and is willing to work with me. My trials
have been productive and I get along with her well.I try to keep in constant communication with her so that I know and she knows what is
going on. If you would like to see my trial pics.
let me know. She did a good job for me & all my BM.
GUEST




I used Jira for my engagement pictures.. She is awesome..My sister had her do her make up for her wedding (I was the bridemaid). We both love love love her.. Great makeup and hair styling.. Great airbrush!
Vendor response to review
Thank you so much Gracejennifer for the review
;-)
j
GUEST




For our June 28, 2008 wedding, I am eternally grateful that I booked WowPrettys services for my hair and makeup (H&M). Jira T., owner of WowPretty, was the first artist I visited, and I would gladly repeat my choice. Her talent and passion for the work is abundantly evident, and she is professional in every way.
Trials:
My first trial was in Dec 2007, for a cost of $125. I use make-up infrequently, so relied on photos from a recent issue of a Hong Kong wedding magazine to convey the effect I wanted to achieve: a natural, glowing look that is fancier than usual, but not overly dramatic. Jira listened and also gave feedback and pointed out which looks would work better for a real life wedding, as opposed to on models in a studio.
I decided to try a few new techniques that I had not previously considered. The first was the air-brush foundation. All I did (and Jira continuously gave clear instructions) was close my eyes and hold my breath while she sprayed liquid foundation all over my face. Just felt like rain mist which dried very quickly into one smooth covering. Highly recommended.
The second technique was false eyelashes. Jira attached them with minimal irritation to my eyes, and when I looked in the mirror, what a difference they do help to achieve a much lusher look, especially in photos. Again, highly recommended.
I felt Jira was very down-to-earth and not pushy at all in trying to up-sell her skills and talent. She is decisive and efficient, but was constantly seeking my feedback. She also liked to keep a friendly banter going, although English is not her first language. I booked her within a week by sending her a check for 50% deposit.
In May, I emailed Jira a photo of an up-do that I liked, and she thought it would work very nicely. She did recommend, though, that I get my hair trimmed appropriately before our second trial, so I had her do it at a salon space that she rents in San Mateo for $50. I was quite happy with the result long layers on both sides, with side bangs.
After reviewing the first trial photos, Jira thought that the first color scheme lilac/purple might be a bit too pale. So at my second trial, two weeks before the wedding (another $125), we chose a deeper palette of brown and rose tones for a warmer and richer effect, with touches of lilac to match my sisters/bridesmaids gowns and make-up. Jira was also able to replicate the up-do that I requested. After my sisters saw the photos, we knew that we got it.
Wedding Day:
We were running late while Jira had arrived a bit earlier than our 10:30 start. But she just patiently waited outside the suite with all her gear while my sisters made a mad dash over to the hotel. Once everyone was on site, Jira got down to business. My sisters had only arrived from Canada a couple days ago, so never had a trial with Jira, but boy were they astounded! Jira gave them both air-brush foundation and false lashes, and they looked ravishing. My older sister, who had gone through the bridesmaid experience once before in Toronto and came out of that H&M experience feeling everything was too heavy-handed, could not stop telling me how much MORE she liked Jiras work.
I arrived shortly before 1pm, and Jira did her magic once more. Within an hour, she had recreated the flawless look that lasted me until midnight that day. She also dusted some shimmer powder over my shoulders and collarbone, for the Hollywood factor, as she liked to put it!
My fiancé isnt one to rave about make-up (he usually barely notices its effects, and only points it out on other women / celebrities when its obviously badly/too heavily done). That day, though, when he saw me in the hotel room, he could not stop smiling and telling me how pretty I looked. So thats saying a lot
Jiras efforts were noticed all throughout the day by family, friends and total strangers. The flow of compliments just did not stop! Even now, three months later, my relatives all over the world are still referring to the photos they received and telling us how beautiful we looked.
Communication:
Except on certain summer weekends heading into and during peak wedding season, Jira never failed to respond to my emails within 24 hours. She also called me to follow up on additional trial dates and logistics for the final location for wedding day H&M.
Cost:
Wedding day H&M services were $650 for us three girls. Compared to a lot of providers in the Bay area, Jira is affordable many places charge this sort of price for makeup alone. In an industry that frequently over-promises and under-delivers, and is fraught with ludicrous pricing because the word wedding is involved, I believe that Jiras services are first-class, and her prices quite reasonable.




For our June 28, 2008 wedding, I am eternally grateful that I booked WowPretty’s services for my hair and makeup (H&M). Jira T., owner of WowPretty, was the first artist I visited, and I would gladly repeat my choice. Her talent and passion for the work is abundantly evident, and she is professional in every way.
Trials:
My first trial was in Dec 2007, for a cost of $125. I use make-up infrequently, so relied on photos from a recent issue of a Hong Kong wedding magazine to convey the effect I wanted to achieve: a natural, glowing look that is fancier than usual, but not overly dramatic. Jira listened and also gave feedback and pointed out which looks would work better for a “real life” wedding, as opposed to on models in a studio.
I decided to try a few new techniques that I had not previously considered. The first was the air-brush foundation. All I did (and Jira continuously gave clear instructions) was close my eyes and hold my breath while she sprayed liquid foundation all over my face. Just felt like rain mist which dried very quickly into one smooth covering. Highly recommended.
The second technique was false eyelashes. Jira attached them with minimal irritation to my eyes, and when I looked in the mirror, what a difference – they do help to achieve a much “lusher” look, especially in photos. Again, highly recommended.
I felt Jira was very down-to-earth and not pushy at all in trying to “up-sell” her skills and talent. She is decisive and efficient, but was constantly seeking my feedback. She also liked to keep a friendly banter going, although English is not her first language. I booked her within a week by sending her a check for 50% deposit.
In May, I emailed Jira a photo of an up-do that I liked, and she thought it would work very nicely. She did recommend, though, that I get my hair trimmed appropriately before our second trial, so I had her do it at a salon space that she rents in San Mateo for $50. I was quite happy with the result – long layers on both sides, with side bangs.
After reviewing the first trial photos, Jira thought that the first color scheme – lilac/purple– might be a bit too pale. So at my second trial, two weeks before the wedding (another $125), we chose a deeper palette of brown and rose tones for a warmer and richer effect, with touches of lilac to match my sisters/bridesmaids’ gowns and make-up. Jira was also able to replicate the up-do that I requested. After my sisters saw the photos, we knew that we got it.
Wedding Day:
We were running late while Jira had arrived a bit earlier than our 10:30 start. But she just patiently waited outside the suite with all her gear while my sisters made a mad dash over to the hotel. Once everyone was on site, Jira got down to business. My sisters had only arrived from Canada a couple days ago, so never had a trial with Jira, but boy were they astounded! Jira gave them both air-brush foundation and false lashes, and they looked ravishing. My older sister, who had gone through the bridesmaid experience once before in Toronto and came out of that H&M experience feeling everything was too heavy-handed, could not stop telling me how much MORE she liked Jira’s work.
I arrived shortly before 1pm, and Jira did her magic once more. Within an hour, she had recreated the flawless look that lasted me until midnight that day. She also dusted some shimmer powder over my shoulders and collarbone, for the “Hollywood” factor, as she liked to put it!
My fiancé isn’t one to rave about make-up (he usually barely notices its effects, and only points it out on other women / celebrities when it’s obviously badly/too heavily done). That day, though, when he saw me in the hotel room, he could not stop smiling and telling me how pretty I looked. So that’s saying a lot
Jira’s efforts were noticed all throughout the day by family, friends and total strangers. The flow of compliments just did not stop! Even now, three months later, my relatives all over the world are still referring to the photos they received and telling us how beautiful we looked.
Communication:
Except on certain summer weekends heading into and during peak wedding season, Jira never failed to respond to my emails within 24 hours. She also called me to follow up on additional trial dates and logistics for the final location for wedding day H&M.
Cost:
Wedding day H&M services were $650 for us three girls. Compared to a lot of providers in the Bay area, Jira is affordable – many places charge this sort of price for makeup alone. In an industry that frequently over-promises and under-delivers, and is fraught with ludicrous pricing because the word “wedding” is involved, I believe that Jira’s services are first-class, and her prices quite reasonable.
GUEST




highly recommended; loved my trial and day-of hair and makeup; she asked for what I wanted but also had strong idea of what would look good for me; on day of wedding I got lots of compliments; she and assistant were on-time to arrive and schedule was kept; easy to communicate with over email
GUEST




I heart Jira! She did my makeup/hair, bridesmaids hair and my mother's makeup/hair for my June 2008 wedding. Jira was friendly, on-time, calm, professional and she made me look amazing and natural at the same time. Sigh, it's all downhill from here...
A couple highlights come to mind; at the trial, Jira really, really LISTENED to what I wanted. I said "I want braids in the updo" and she gave me braids. She also gave me recommendations to what she thought would look better or wouldn't look so good when I asked because I was at a loss.
At one point during the wedding, we were starting to run behind schedule and I was getting a nervous about time, but Jira was calm and organized, even if I wasn't. The room we were getting ready in was also incredibly hot and I felt bad because we didn't have any bottled water available right away, but Jira and Regina sweated it out and never complained, not once.
I wholeheartedly recommend Jira for her incredibly professional work ethic and talent. Her speciality I believe is especially in Asian makeup, but I honestly think she's capable of anything (think Kevin Aucoin). She's definitely worth every penny, I'm so glad I hired her. You're the best Jira!




I want to recommend Jira and the Wowpretty team for any brides who need makeup and hair for their wedding day. She did amazing job for my family and I and I couldn't be more delighted by the results. Jira is not only a true professional, but she also so friendly and fun and made my wedding day more relaxed and run smoother.
I had gotten so many compliments from friends and family and after looking through my photos (again), I had to let everyone know what a fantastic job she did. Not only that, I think she is an incredible value for the services she provides. I would expect the skill and experience she has that she would be charging much more. I suspect that she will be raising her prices soon as I'm sure the word is getting out about how wonderful her and her team are.
Anyways, if you want someone who you can count on for doing the job right, I would check out Jira and the Wowpretty team. I definitely am very happy and grateful to my friend who recommended her to me.




After reading many great reviews about Jira, I decided to do a trial for my engagement pictures. I was very pleased with the result and decided to book her for my wedding. I was just about to send over my deposit when she informed me that a client she had booked on the same day needed her for the whole day, so she wouldn't be able to do my hair and makeup after all. I was very disappointed but she was very apologetic and offered to give me a free trial with another artist on her team. I had nothing to lose so I accepted the offer and Jira introduced me to Rachanee at her studio. Rachanee was very sweet and talented. She has a similiar style as Jira and I went ahead and booked her for my wedding. I was very pleased with Rachanee and the WowPretty team. They did an amazing job on me, my bridesmaids, my mom, and my mother in law.
GUEST




I highly recommend Wowpretty to anyone who requires hair and make-up services. Jira is a very talented hair and make-up artist. She knows what works best for you, but she is open to any suggestions you may have as to the look you desire. Not only was I very satisfied with her work, she was so easy to work with as well. She has a very nice and friendly personality. I felt comfortable and at ease from the moment I met her. Right away, I knew I was in good hands! I love her work! :)
Vendor response to review
Thank you Carmina. Thank you so much for the revier
You are the best
;-)
jira
GUEST




Recently, I've had to go through 3 weddings. Not to 3 different men, same guy, but our friends, his parents' friends, my parents' friends... 3 different cities. Let's just say that's a lot of hair and makeup in the last few months.. probably and hopefully more than ever again in my lifetime.
The side benefit is that I actually feel like I can make some true comparisons. Jira has a skill in being able to imitate a picture, which definitely is not universal. I brought her hollywood glamour meets Old Shanghai, and she really helped me rock those fingerwaves. In fact, I think the day of turned out better than the trial. She has an artistic eye and gives her opinion to find what compliments you, but she also listens to your opinions. Plus, she has patience and professionalism to deal with picky mothers, not to necessarily send more her way, but she did a great job.




Jira is amazing! She is very good at what she does, and her team is fabulous as well. Everyone looked great at the wedding, and we were all so happy with the end result. I think what really sets Jira apart is that she listens to what you want and helps you achieve the look that you want without losing her expert opinion along the way. On top of that, Jira has a wonderful personality--fun to talk to, friendly and easy-going--she just makes you feel comfortable, which is important especially on wedding day. I also got a great hair-cut from her before the wedding, and I will be sure to go back to her for hair-cuts in the future! I highly recommend Jira to anyone looking for hair and make-up services.




Jira did an amazing job. She was able to capture the exact look I wanted. The great part is that it lasted all day. She and her assistant were great with my mom and my mother-in-law. Jira and her assistant came with a great attitude and a fun loving personality. We all enjoyed the experience.
I also had Jira give me a hair-cut before my wedding day. My husband said it's the best it ever looked. I would recommend her without hesitation for your wedding or hair-cut services.




I have a story!
I had already booked with Vivian for makeup in San Jose back in 2007 but she cancelled on me at the last minute. It was 2 days before my wedding day on April 3. She is totally unprofessional. I was so mad at her and want to warn people to please watch out for that girl. Until I got Jira's number from one of my co-workers who did makeup and hair by Jira in 2001. Jira also did makeup for my sister in law in San Diego and one of my friends as well. . Can you believe that It is small word? But unfortunately, she could not do the makeup for my wedding since she had already booked. Anyways, I ended up booking someone on her team. Her name is Sylvie. I love her and would like to speak highly of her. She gave me a wonderful airbrush makeup and hair for my wedding plus my 3 bridesmaids. I would like to share with future brides to watch out and be careful with some makeup some artists like Vivian and to please make sure to take time and pay a little more money and pick one really professional and 100% responsible. It will be my experience and good memories for ever. Lagu




Jira is very good with hair, but she is amazing with make-up. I used her for both. I opted for airbrush foundation, and it didn't budge all day or night. Day of, I did a little periodic blotting/powder and lip gloss touch ups, and that was it. She's very talented.
I allocated an hour buffer time for hair/make-up. Jira and her two assistants used it up, but forunately, we were still on time. Unfortunately, the photographer didn't take as many groomsmen pics as planned because he had to wait for me to take the bridal portraits while my make-up was fresh.
I had a morning wedding which meant getting ready really early. Jira charged extra for the early morning hours which I ended up having to take back out of gratuity. Jira and one of her assistants were ~20 minutes late, and the other assistant was almost an hour late. The one who was an hour late was, frankly, incompetent, and the moms did not like their make-up. Jira was also visibly annoyed with her for her tardiness. The other assistant did the bridesmaids' hair and did a nice job.




Hair and makeup - Jira T. of www.wowpretty.com
highly recommended; loved my trial and day-of hair and makeup; she asked for what I wanted but also had strong idea of what would look good for me; on day of wedding I got lots of compliments; she and assistant were on-time to arrive and schedule was kept; easy to communicate with over email




I want to let everyone know that Jira and the Wowpretty team did an amazing job on my wedding day. I had the airbrush makeup and it stayed on all night and hired her to come back for touch-up.
I was completely satisfied with the make-up and hair she did for myself, my
bridesmaids and Mom. I got so many compliments from friends and family. I highly recommend Jira and her team.




Well! My wedding was in Nove 2007. I came across and met Jira at Najwa‘s salon in Burlingame. She was cut & color my hair and sisters. I came out so nice and hip NY style. Until we had a long conversation about my wedding in L.A. In that time I was looking for some one who could do Asian makeup & hair and go travel as well. Jira mentioned her website www.wowpretty.com I'm so expressive all of her work 14 years She is so good what she does and also I love her personality more than anything. I think it is so important that Makeup artist should get along with you and also she would be able to understand what I want on my big day. I was so nice and I got what I want. One more. She isn’t expensive that I love it.... Nawan.




Jira and her assistant were awesome! They did hair and makeup for myself, my mother, bridal party, and one guest who asked if she could have her hair done at the last minute. They were wonderful and professional and did a beautiful natural looking job for a price that was very reasonable compared to many other vendors I inquired with. Absolute no drama either. They were on time, cheerful, and a pleasure to work with. Definitely recommended!
GUEST




After several make-up trials with other artists for my wedding, I finally found Jira. Let me just say, I had no idea that finding a make-up artist was going to be this hard. I left other trials feeling beautiful, but thinking why do I want to pay this person $200+ to do my make-up when I can do it myself? Well Jira was the first person that I found that did such a great job that I felt that I needed to book her. Here's the low down:
1. Beautiful Make-Up - Very detailed oriented and knows how to handle asian faces.
2. Airbrush foundation - this stuff is nice, goes on smoother and thinner.
3. Reasonable prices - most make-up artists want at least $200 just to do make up. Jira is charging me 300 for both hair and make-up (trust me, this is a good deal!).
4. Touch Up - all the other make-up artists want to charge me at lest $100/hr to wait around until I need a touch up. I am getting ready at 1pm for photos but the wedding doesn't start until 6pm, so that means at least 4hrs of wait time for the make-up artist.. do the math, its a LOT! Jira will come back later in the day for a additional fee of $150 which will include a hair style change also. Thank you for having reasonable prices!!!
5. Friendly and listens to what you want.
All my bridesmaids loved Jira's make-up as well. She really does a great job making you look beautiful and natural. I felt at ease knowing that Jira was doing my make-up, especially when there were a million things going on my wedding day.
My hair looked great too. I got so many compliments on it. It didn't really look like my trial run, but it looked great anyways, so I didn't care.
Jira was also very on time and made sure everyone was ready as per my stringent schedule. Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for special occasion make-up and hair.




I found Jira after I did a failed makeup and hair trial in a fancy place on Union Square in San Francisco. They are quite expensive. They asked me to take photos that I like to them. And they basically just copied it onto my face. I looked like a Japanese geisha. I think they knew it, but they said,"you look good!let's do it for your wedding day!"
I was quite angry. Then I did a trial with Jira. First thing, she has a big scrapbook of hair and makeup photos and you can look at these and discuss with her. I was more than happy with my trial. So I also did my engagement photo makeup and hair with her before my wedding. She chose a hair color for me, which I usually don't pay a look. I was a bit hesitated but it turned out to be a very elegant color for my hair. On my wedding day, she made things even better. My heavy updo stayed up a whole day and my makeup didn't fall off a bit. I did look the best ever in my life. All the wedding photos turned out to be wonderful and all my bridesmaids also look the prettiest ever since I knew them. And Jira only met them on the morning of the wedding day.
I highly recommend Jira to everyone, but particularly Asian face brides. I think she has a very good sense of beauty and fashion on Asian looks, which is the No.1 important thing. Her English, honestly, is not very good. But let's say she has no problem understanding me; and when it's in person, it's not too hard to communicate with her. I suggest just making everything clear when you see her. Her price is very reasonable. She is very professional and efficient when she is working. And she is very cheery, easygoing. So the problem of her English is really minor.




Jira did the makeup at my friend's wedding and WOW, what a great job they did. They were on-time, very professional and they just do an amazing job! Highly recommended!




Jira is a true professional, a calm cheery personality, listens to what you want and punctual!
On the day of my wedding she showed up 10 minutes early and cheerfully began setting up all her equipment. When my mom decided that she wanted her hair and makeup done as well, Jira was able to accomodate my mom within the give time frame (30 minutes) and have my mom look and feel gorgeous.
During the trial, I expressed reservations about using shimmer, false eyelashes, a foundation color that doesn't match my neck, etc. Jira was able to asess my features and my needs to tell me what would work best for me. She had me try the fake eyelashes and she was right. They looked great in the photos without being over the top.
I was so impressed with her hair and makeup skills that I got her to teach me her makeup application tips using my own stash of makeup and brushes. I also set up an appointment for a haircut.
A friend of mine getting married three months after me loved my light and natural makeup so much that she's booking Jira too.




Finding a good makeup artist was one of the most difficult parts of the whole vendor search. I paid $50 for a makeup trial I hated. I went through 4 makeup trials through department store makeup artists- shishedo, benefit, etc. Out of everyone I tried Jira was by far the best!
Jira is extremely talented. She was very professional through out the entire process and great at responding to all my emails right away. Most importantly you can be confident that she will do an amazing job with you for your hair and makeup on the big day. My makeup lasted the entire day without any problems whatsoever. My girls looked beautful too (My mom and mother in law were not completely satisfied with their hair but it was Jira's assistant who did it. I told them to bring a picture of the hair they wanted but they didn't and so it was difficult to communicate in words. I thought they looked fine.) She was one of my favorite vendors for the wedding. The only negative thing I heard about her from other reviews was problems with her english as she's not a native speaker. I had no problems though communicating to her in English. She also likes to use pictures so it's important that you bring a photos of what you like. She replicated the hair I wanted exactly. She also arrived a little late (i think a half an hour, but also my wedding was in san francisco)but it all was totally fine and we had just the right amount of time to do all 4 people and my hair and makeup (she brought an assistant). Most importantly I looked better than I ever looked and my husband loved it.




Jira is the best! I recently had a hair and makeup trial with her, and she did an amazing job. I showed her one photo of makeup that I liked and several photos of hairstyles, and everything turned out better than I expected. She even took some time to recommend which products are best for everyday use.




Jira arrived promptly at my parents' house at the time we agreed upon and immediately set up shop. She had reference photos from our trial and asked me if there was anything I wanted to change, which was thoughtful. She was extremely friendly to me, my bridesmaids and my mother. My makeup seriously lasted all night even as I teared it up on the dance floor, save for my lip gloss (all that kissing!), but I carried my own personal stash to do touch-ups throughout the evening. Do note that Jira requires ample workspace and lots of light, and that she only accepts cash on the day of; however, the trial and the day-of advance deposit can be paid via personal check.
Tip: Always bring photographs to show the stylist and don't be afraid to tell him or her if you want to change something.
Bride's Hair/Makeup. Jira Thivawongsakal, wowPretty (San Mateo)
Highly Recommended
$120 trial + $300 day-of (includes $40 travel fee)
After a failed makeup trial session with another vendor who was recommended by one of my bridesmaids, I checked out a variety of websites in search of a makeup and hairstylist for my wedding. I came upon Jira's website http://www.wowpretty.com.
I e-mailed Jira in regards to finding some information and she was always easy to reach and responded in a timely manner.
I met Jira at her studio and we sat down and talked about my wedding and my dress and different outfit changes. We talked about what I liked and what I didn't like in makeup. We also talked about a variety of hairstyles.
When I first went in, I was sure I wanted to wear my hair half up, which I'm used to doing most of the time. Jira suggested that I at least try an updo style and let me look through a book with some pictures.
I'm glad that she convinced me to try my hair up. After looking at my photographs, I am as well as all of my friends are in agreement that Jira made my hair looked so awesome up.
Jira also tried two different makeup styles as well. I was so excited the whole time she was doing my makeup. She was extremely friendly and easy to talk to. She was also always asking for my input as what I liked and didn't like.
The results were amazing. I haven't even had my wedding yet, but I can't wait until that day. After my makeup trial, I completely trust Jira and her work.
Check out the results from the trial if you'd like. Keep in mind that I had my makeup done after being up for almost 24 hours (I worked the night before) and I had tried this new moisturizer that was a bit too oily so I think it made the makeup just a little oily. Jira recommended that I don't wear that moisturizer that morning of my wedding and or switch back to my old moisturizer.
Even despite my sleepiness/tired eyes and the oily moisturizer, I was so impressed!! Everyone says a picture is worth a 1000 words, so here's a couple 1000 more words to my review: http://www.flickr.com/...
Thank you Jira... You are magnificent. Absolutely wonderful.
I've gone back and forth with many different hairstyles, but Jira.. She is so patient advising me on what's good and not.
I was there when she did my sister's hair for her wedding and there are no words to describe how she managed to everytime perfect a style you ask her to do. My sister wanted a Shanghai look so she just picked a style from t his magazine. Jira did such great work, that every girl at the wedding till this day still asks for Jira's contact.
Now I'm using her for my wedding and just finished my trial. Fabulous is the word I want to use on my look. Jira is amazing with what she could do with those hands. I'm so lucky to have been able to find her without having to do any type of research.
Thank you Thank you..
This review is a little late, but better late then never...
My wedding was in August 2008 and I had a horribly hard time finding a makeup/hair professional. It was by-far the hardest aspect of wedding planning for me. I called just about everyone in the area. I wanted to find someone who was reputable, professional, and reasonably priced.
And then I found Jira. After my makeup trial, I decided to go with her right away. I met with her three times after our trial - for two photo sessions and on my wedding day. Each time, my make up and hair was flawless. The airbrushing stayed on all day, literally morning to evening as I hiked around the city. I asked for her to teach me how to take out my up-do out so that I could have two hairstyles for my photo sessions. She made it very easy, showed me how to have a great down-do, and helped me create a more casual look for my photos.
Jira really gets it. She's very professional and listens to your likes and dislikes. She's honest and easy to talk to. My wedding day hair was perfection! I received many compliments on it. My makeup was exactly what I wanted - what I call natural "umph."
She's incredibly patient...even when I was 30 minutes late to one of my appointments. (Woops) I had makeup and hair done for each of my bridesmaids, mom, and sister. When a few of the ladies weren't satisfied with their hair or makeup, Jira and her team were so generous and re-did it to their taste. Really, I don't know any other makeup artist who would be that patient. They went above and beyond to make sure each one of the ladies were happy with their look. I was so grateful.
And she's punctual! JIra and her entire team right on time to my hotel on my wedding day...even when my bridesmaids were running late.
Brides, look no further. Jira is excellent and her pricing is quite decent compared to other bridal makeup/hair artists I looked into. She's worth every penny, especially for airbrushed makeup. You'll have peace of mind in knowing that your makeup and hair will be perfect on your important day.
Side note - I also went to Jira to get highlights and a cut before my wedding. Again, exactly what I wanted! :)
Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions regarding Jira's work. I highly recommend her and the Wow Pretty team.
found Jira from several friends' and acquaintances'' reviews. And all were true. Jira provided excellent service from makeup to hair for the trial session. Not only that I loved her work, I also enjoyed chatting with her. I love the makeup and I have never had airbrush makeup done before. I've received many compliments on the way I looked.
I highly recommend Jira for any occasions. I already booked her for H&M on my wedding. Thank you so much, Jira. You're the best!!!
I highly recommend Jira for hair and makeup - both of which she did for my wedding. I wasn't able to go to her salon for a trial run - but instead brought pictures of hair styles and makeup to the event - she did a great job - even without a trial run, and seeing what I was looking for on the day of the event.
She was very professional, and always called or emailed me back right away with any questions. She was right on time to my Half Moon Bay wedding location, and finished my hair and makeup, and my maid-of-honor's hair and a little makeup with plenty of time to spare.
I had so many compliments on both makeup and hair - and both looked amazing in the photos.
Thank you Jira!
For my March 2009 wedding, I hired Jira after many searches and references of other hair & makeup professionals. Jira was by far the most on top of her game. She's fast, professional and wonderfully friendly and incredible calm and patient. Being nervous about how I would look, I did a trial first run a month before the big day where I made her go through a series of my oddball suggestions before ultimately going with her recommendation. Her idea was better!
In the end, she and her talented assistant did hair and makeup for myself and my four bridesmaids on location. The results were flawless. I highly recommend Wow Pretty for anyone looking for peace of mind on their wedding day!
I used Jira as my hair and make up artist for my wedding and LOVED her! She also did my mom and most of the bms and they looked HOT!!! I felt absolutely faboo thanks to her and would HIGHLY recommend her! She was recommended to my by a fellow knottie who got married 6 months before I did and she showed me some pics from her wedding and I was TOTALLY convinced that Jira was the girl to get and I was NOT disappointed!! I have also gone to her to get my hair and make up done for other functions and have gotten nothing but good compliments! =)
Jira is a great hair and make up artist. She is fun, listens to what I want and makes sure that the style I picked work for me. On my wedding day, she and her crew arrived on time and were very professional. She and her team were able to get all of us finish within a tight schedule. Her make up is very natural and stay put all day. My friends and family were very happy with the make up. Needless to say that she makes me and my bridesmaids feel beautiful on our special day!
Put very simply, Jira is fabulous. My hair and makeup on my wedding day were flawless and I got a ton of compliments. Even though I don't typically wear much makeup, I felt completely comfortable all day. The makeup and hair lastest all day (I got it done at 9am and it was still looking fresh at midnight).
Jira was extremely professional throughout the entire process and was fun to chat with. She made all of us feel really comfortable. She listened to my requests as well as my feedback and made sure that what I wanted was what I got. She also felt free to provide her own opinion and thoughts and gave me the chance to see if I liked it before setting it.
Jira's team (Nicolas who did makeup and Sylvie who did hair) were also wonderful. My sisters, mother, and mother-in-law had a great time working with them. Nicolas and Sylvie were extremely patient on the day of and worked with my family to make sure they were happy. Even when I was starting to get annoyed, they stayed cool and did what it took. In the end, everyone was really happy with their hair and makeup and looked great!
One of my girlfriends needed a hair & makeup artist for her sister's wedding, so right away I did a lil networking for recommendations and my friend Patrick, a wedding videographer / photographer, hooked it up with Jira's contact info, which I promptly passed along to my girlfriend.
A week later, I get the pictures. Girlfriend's sister is bangin'! She was already hot before the hair and makeup. But Jira took it to a whole 'nother level. She will look 10 times as hot on her wedding day and that's priceless.
I am nowhere near getting married myself, but I am looking forward to all my friends' weddings so I have an excuse to dress up, wear 4 inch heels, and hit up Jira on my own!
Jira always make my clients pretty in front of my camera, if you care about your wedding, WowPretty is one of the best vendors.
Excellent and professional
I have worked with Jira several times as a wedding photographer. She has been professional, cheerful and courteous. Most of all she and her team have made my brides and bridesmaids look beautiful. Just take a look at my brides to see. Julie Weisberg Photography
I worked with wowpretty at over 20 events with 100% positive feedback.
Jira is an amazing makeup atrist! I love working with her!
I'm looking forward to future work!
Jira is the best. She is my favorite wedding professional in the whole industry. But it's about business too. I make wedding films, and I always know that Jira's hairstyles are going to hold up GREAT. Since I'm usually there at the end of the party, it's important that you hair isn't... well... you know :-)
The reviews are no accident. She's so nice and talented. Everyone loves Jira.
When it comes down to beauty, WOWPRETTY Prefessional Makeup and Hair has one of the finest makeup & hair artist in the industry...Their professionalism is amazing... You will not regret it:)
About WOWPRETTY Professional Makeup and Hair
Wowpretty Agency Makeup and Hair Agency started in 1993 in Asia moved to San Francisco Bay Area in 2000. Wowpretty is composed of 17 professional stylists. These stylists are Jira (Founder), 9 Master Stylists, and 8 Senior Stylists These stylists are all professionally trained to go through a master screening process. They each have at least 10 years experience with airbrush technique, cosmetology licenses, and use their talents to bring out each bride’s unique style.
We have two locations in the San Francisco Bay Area – one in downtown Burlingame and another one in San Mateo. We are now on our 18th year providing services for bridal hair, make-up, and full salon services.
Wowpretty Professional Makeup and Hair Agency officially launches “Jira Couture”, a new line of natural cosmetics and skin care. In 1994 Wowpretty‘s experience and knowledge came from studying, working, and executing specialty weddings in Asia, Europe, and The United States.
Jira Couture cosmetics was created because of our Wowpretty clients and Brides were always requesting us for good quality products that would be chemical free, hypoallergenic, natural, and contain organic ingredients for their everyday use and easy to use with less steps for their busy day along with looking their best. Our products are easy to use, simple to understand but with less steps involved in applying, and get the best look ever. You don’t ever need to use so many daily products, waste so much time, and money in order to get the best look. Jira Couture cosmetics is the best cosmetic solution for the women with a heavy business schedule or a night out. Our cosmetics are not just only for the bride to be but also for a woman who cares about herself and wants every day to be a special day because we know a ” Women’s beauty is so important and we just want to make every day special”
Jira Couture, manufactured in New York, offers remarkably natural ingredients of the highest quality such as minerals, pure natural organic ingredients providing vitamins, anti oxidants, chemical-free ingredients, and sun protection with rejuvenating skin and hypoallergenic properties. Jira Couture Cosmetics are approved and insured. FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by regulating human and animal drugs, biologic, medical devices, food and animal feed, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.
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