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Alexandria Gilleo Makeup Artist

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Serving Hudson Valley, NYC & CT

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Congratulations, Brides to be!

Your ultimate goal is to look like the most beautiful version of your everyday self. We don’t want to “cover-up” or “mask” you with makeup, but enhance your natural features and beauty! We are honored to be considered the guru of Bridal, and we will assure to leave you and your girls more than happy on your big day! ​ Voted top Hudson Valley makeup artist. Serving ALL Hudson Valley Region! Alexandria and her team specializes in airbrush and traditional application makeup as well as bridal hairstyling. We travel to you. Visit our bridal page for info.

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Beauty Group Bookings, Hair Stylists, Hair Trials Available, Makeup, Airbrushed Makeup, Eyelash Extensions, Makeup Artists, Makeup Trials Available, Nails, On-Site Hair & Makeup, Spas
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Hall of Fame2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2014 Best of Weddings Winner2013 Best of Weddings Winner

Alexandria Gilleo Makeup Artist Reviews

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Reviewed On 2/18/2021 by Lindsey B
I worked with Kate for a small wedding ceremony in July on what was our originally planned wedding day. I not only enjoyed her presence on the day so much but I LOVED my hair! I never do anything to my hair and am very bad at conceptualizing wh...
at I want because I always feel like the reality is so different, but Kate hit it out of the part. It was beyonddddddd and exactly what I was looking for! She knew how to verbalize and explain the look immediately and was so kind when it came to walking me through the process of everything, both the day of and before when it came to buying extensions, etc. Book her immediately if you can!!
Reviewed On 11/02/2020 by Rebecca W
Alex and Merita did an incredible job with the hair & makeup at my recent micro-wedding. They've been flexible and professional throughout the whole process, even with ever-evolving COVID restrictions. They worked with me at the trial to come u...
p with a look that I loved, and were happy to make adjustments on the day-of. Both hair and makeup looked natural (yet popped in the photos) and stayed all day. I highly recommend their team to anyone looking for hair & makeup services at their wedding!
Reviewed On 10/29/2020 by Alison L
Over the years, I've had my hair and makeup done many times, but nothing comes close to the experience I had with Kelly and Merita. Not only did they create the look of my dreams -- which lasted ALL night -- but also they are two of the sweetes...
t, most fun people you'll ever meet. I felt like I was getting ready with my very talented girlfriends... which is exactly what a 2020 bride needs. Thanks for making my day so beautiful and my getting ready so enjoyable.
Reviewed On 10/25/2020 by Victoria B
Choosing Bridal by Alexandria for my hair and makeup needs on my wedding day was the best choice. Picking a hair and makeup stylist for the biggest day of my life was so stressful, but honestly Kelly and Merita BLEW ME AWAY! They are so talente...
d and my mind was at ease knowing I was in thier hands. Such talented women and I would totally reccomend them for your next event!
Reviewed On 10/23/2020 by Nidya L
I am a local wedding photographer and I just worked a wedding the the stellar Alexandria! Not only is she remarkably talented, punctual, and fast working BUT she is the SWEETEST presence on a wedding day. The makeup was flawless all day long, a...
s a photographer that is something I notice in the editing process, absolutely flawless and she will be an invaluable part of your wedding day!
Reviewed On 4/12/2020 by Leah D
I used Bridal by Alexandria’s make-up artist service for my wedding and couldn’t have been happier! Our make-up artist - Kelly - was fabulous!! I first met Kelly at the make-up trial, along with my mom and mother-in-law, which was such a fun ex...
perience. Kelly is professional and welcoming, and quickly got to know each of our styles. Taking notes from our conversation and applying her own expertise she created styles that we individually loved. The trial experience set us up for success and gave us peace of mind that we were in great hands for the wedding. The morning of, Kelly arrived promptly and within 5 hours had completed the look for 9 ladies, including myself, my bridesmaids, mother, mother-in-law and aunts. Each gal’s style slightly differed to best accentuate the persona, while still all complementing the group. The looks were natural and lasted the entire day - starting at 7:30AM, withstanding outdoor ceremony and hours of dancing into the wee hours of the next morning. The entire experience working with Kelly with joyous, and the process with the salon was seamless. Bridal by Alexandria provided a packet of rich information, detailing services offered, pricing, etc. Everything was thought through for me and executed flawlessly. I highly recommend their services!!
Reviewed On 3/29/2020 by Mary-Elizabeth P
Alex and Kate were a dream team, both in the planning and execution of my wedding look! Both ladies helped me, my bridesmaids, and the moms to look and feel our best on my wedding day. Alex and Kate are great about listening to ideas about the ...
look that you're going for and then making that happen while customizing everything to help you look your best. I trusted them completely, and that's important on one of the most stressful days of your life! Both Alex and Kate were so lovely to spend time with and really helped everyone feel comfortable and ready for the long day. If you're looking for the best hair and makeup team around, look no further!
Reviewed On 3/26/2020 by Laura L
Alexandria and Kate did exactly what I wanted for my hair and make-up. They were flexible on the day, happy to make things easier instead of harder in whatever ways they could. I was totally swept away all day and couldn't really stop and focus...
on the details that I had thought so much about once the day came, but I didn't have to worry about that as long as they were on my team.
Reviewed On 2/20/2020 by Katrina T
I was very worried about finding someone I could trust with my hair and make up on my special day but I am so glad I went with Alex and Kate for my glam team! The team was so professional and so skillful my worries went away once I saw how con...
fident they were and instantly understood my vision! They made me feel like the most Beautiful Bride in the world! I 1000% recommended BridalbyAlexandria.
Reviewed On 12/03/2019 by Rachel W
I could not have been more happy with Alex, who did my makeup for my wedding in NYC. I'm super picky about getting my makeup done - it often feels like way too much and I don't feel like myself - but she did such a perfect job, it felt very nat...
ural and also photographed beautifully. Alex and her team were super professional, from email communication to the trial to the day-of. All around great experience and I highly recommend!
Reviewed On 11/19/2019 by Annie L
I used Bridal by Alexandria for our wedding on 7/27/19 in the Catskills at Glen Falls House and they were absolutely amazing! We worked with Jennifer (hair) and Corey (makeup). I completed a trial with both of them a few months prior to the wed...
ding and left super pleased with the results. They even helped me make a makeshift flower for my hair to test out placement. After obsessing over photos of the trial makeup/hair, I requested a few adjustments (looser curls, brighter lip/cheek color) and they accommodated those requests perfectly! They were super fun to have around the day of the wedding - my family and friends raved about them (as people and about their work). They were the perfect amount of chatty to loosen up our nerves and kept us totally on schedule (with 6+ women getting hair/makeup done, which is no easy feat). Corey even threw in the lip color he used so I could do touch-ups throughout the night (which I still use!). And their rates were so affordable! I could not recommend them both more highly. Five stars!
Reviewed On 11/14/2019 by Sydney S
SO GLAD I hired Alexandria's beauty team for my wedding. Everybody was so communicative and easy to work with - Jacqueline made sure everything was organized and scheduled and Corey (makeup) and Jenny (hair) were both so fantastic. They were ea...
sy to get in touch with to schedule my trial and were amazing day of as they listened to what everybody wanted, made sure everyone was comfortable and that we were all ready on time! Everybody's hair and makeup lasted the entire night and looked perfect and exactly as everybody wanted. Hire these beautiful people!
Reviewed On 11/11/2019 by Stephanie R
I worked with Corey for make-up and Jenny for hair and they were both so amazing!! Everyone looked beautiful and they made sure everyone felt comfortable with their hair and make-up. I did the trial a few months before my wedding and they both ...
remembered exactly what I wanted on the day of the wedding. Jenny and Corey are amazing and I got so many compliments!!
Reviewed On 10/30/2019 by Lauren M
My husband and I got married at Lion Rock Farm in Sharon, CT on June 15, 2019. We had an absolutely fairytale wedding weekend, but that wouldn't have been possible without Jenny making my bridesmaids and I look and feel incredible!! When I met...
Jenny, we instantly connected! She is so sweet and has a such a refreshing personality. I knew I picked the right person to do my hair on my big day. I showed her a few pictures of what I had in mind and I let her create. She gave me exactly what I was looking for. It was perfection and I felt gorgeous. The entire process start to finish working with Jenny was so effortless. The day of my wedding, she made my bridesmaids and I look so beautiful! I will be forever grateful that I was able to work with Jenny and recommend her to any beauty looking for someone with incredible talent and a personality that will start your big day off with the best energy and vibe! She will not disappoint!! Thank you Jenny for helping to make my day magic and taking such good care of my girls and I! Lots of love for you!
Reviewed On 10/27/2019 by Alliana S
Bridal by Alexandria did a fantastic job! I had Merita for hair and Kelly for makeup. I loved what they did for me, but they also did an amazing job on my bridesmaids, my mom, and my mother-in-law. They work quickly and efficiently, and were ex...
tremely accommodating to the needs of each person. Merita was truly wonderful - setting up two trials to make sure I felt completely comfortable with my bridal hairstyle. And she even taught me about my hair and gave me tips for how to work with it on my own!
Reviewed On 10/11/2019 by Kate C
I worked with Kate for hair and Kelly for makeup for my wedding day, and cannot say enough good things about the experience! Not only did all my girls and the moms look absolutely beautiful, but Kate and Kelly were a delight to work with and br...
ought tons of positivity to what could have been a high-stress morning. In addition, the team was easy to communicate with. Jacqueline, their team manager, always responded quickly and they were accommodating with late requests to add people to the group for makeup, which I greatly appreciated. Highly recommend!!
Reviewed On 10/05/2019 by Anita M
So hair and makeup were probably top 2 important aspects of my wedding day [don't tell my husband :)]; and Bridal by Alexandria (Alex-makeup & Jenny-hair) killed it!!!! They are so kind, so fun and make the morning getting ready a great experie...
nce! My vision for total glam was executed perfectly!!! Others who wanted a more natural look were also catered to perfectly! They can do it all and I am so glad they were there to perfect my look on such a special day!! Oh and the makeup photographed PERFECTLY which is so important!!!! Thank you ladies!!!!!
Reviewed On 10/03/2019 by Emily H
I had a wonderful experience working with Bridal by Alexandria for my wedding day. For starters, Jacqueline, the team manager, was incredibly helpful on my wedding planning journey. All details were clear and organized from the get-go. My hair ...
stylist, Merita, was fantastic! She was very personable, supportive, and efficient on the day of my wedding. She put me at ease when it came to coming up with a style for my curly hair, and I loved how my hair looked! Thank you Merita, Jacqueline, and the Bridal by Alexandria team :)
Reviewed On 10/02/2019 by Hannah C
I can't thank Alex (makeup) and Jenny (hair) enough for making me feel beautiful on my wedding day. I don't wear a ton of makeup, but when I do, I'm very particular about my products and their application. Alex and her team were extremely profe...
ssional from my first inquiry up until their completed services on my wedding day. They knocked it out of the park with makeup and hair services for my 4 bridesmaids and family! Most importantly, they *listened* to what we wanted in order to make us all feel the most comfortable and beautiful versions of ourselves. Also, they're the sweetest, most down-to-earth ladies who will put you at ease before you walk down the aisle. I couldn't have asked for anything more from them. Thank you, Alex and team!
Reviewed On 10/01/2019 by rachel h
I got married 6/22 at Meadow Ridge on Hudson and could not have been happier with Bridal by Alexandria. Alex did makeup and Kate did hair for myself + 11 others. The entire process was completely seamless and stress free. They are both SO incre...
dible at what they do and brought the best energy on the day of. They are such awesome people and insanely talented- I feel so lucky that I booked them for my wedding day. I would recommend them to anyone!
Reviewed On 9/17/2019 by Mary M
Bridal by Alexandria is the best there is. Looking flawless on your wedding day is something every bride wants and finding the right team to help you achieve that is such an important part in planning the wedding. With that being said, look no ...
further because this really is the best team out there! Everyone is SO responsive, friendly, and professional. When I met Cory (who did my makeup) and Jenny (who did my hair) on my trial day I was completely blown away. Not only did they do an amazing job and make me look better than I ever imagined, they were SO much fun and so kind! They really made the morning of my wedding such a positive experience for my girls and I. I am so appreciative of all of their hard work and dedication in helping me and my bridesmaids look and feel so beautiful on my wedding day! Also, while a natural bride is absolutely gorgeous, it’s not what I was looking for and they were very much able to deliver on full glam!! Cory made sure we all had stunning full face makeup with the lashes and all! We kept saying how we’ve never looked so beautiful before! 😍 I highly recommend choosing bridal by Alexandria for all of your beauty needs on your big day! Thank you all again SO much! I will forever appreciate your hard work! With love, Mary McAleavy-Graziano
Reviewed On 8/25/2019 by Meghan R
I had Kate for hair and Corey for makeup and me and my girls could not have been happier! Everything looked wonderful all day and night. They were a dream to work with and took my vision to life. I am so lucky to have had you be a part of my we...
dding day :)
Reviewed On 8/07/2019 by Emily L
Alexandria is amazing. My and all my bridesmaids make up came out incredible. She knows how to make you look beautiful without looking like you are wearing a ton of make up. She was super easy to communicate with and worked with my hair dresser...
to do both trials at her home studio! I would absolutely use her again for any events I have.
Reviewed On 7/15/2019 by Cecilia P
I emailed back and forth with Jacqueline and she was very responsive. Merita and Kelly were amazing. During my trial we went over a down and updo since my wedding was on July and I wasn’t sure with the weather. Both options were perfect so I di...
dn’t have to worry either way. I have thin hair and Merita is literally a magician when it comes to hair. I wore my hair half up half down and it looked like I had so much more hair. She made all of my girls have the prettiest hair. I highly recommend her! Myself and two of my girls never wear makeup. Kelly did a perfect job with the natural look. She made us all look amazing. So many guests told me how amazing our hair and makeup looked. They are both a pleasure to work with. I can’t recommend them enough! Thank you for everything!!
Reviewed On 6/29/2019 by Samantha B
Alex and I hit off from day 1! She got me right away and knew what would work best for me . She does not have a heavy hand which was much appreciated by myself and everyone else in my party. 8 of us got our makeup done and we were all thrilled ...
. Alex is really personable and easy to get along with . I will definitely be using new her for future events :)
Reviewed On 6/24/2019 by Sarah R
Alex and Kate came highly recommended from our venue and they were truly incredible! They really listened and created the image I wanted (natural with a touch of glam), and all my bridesmaids and family loved their services as well. I recommend...
doing a trial run with whomever you'll hire for the big day, as it was really helpful for me to figure out what style/look I wanted. We also booked some of their assistants so it would go faster (a.k.a so we could have a later start). Thanks ladies!!!
Reviewed On 3/30/2019 by Amy S
Alex and her team are amazing!! Alex is a top quality makeup artist and has worked with countless high profile clients/celebrities. You would not know this by meeting her- she is SO down to earth and real. Her team is amazing (yes Corey, we lov...
e you!) and they were so much fun as they got us ready for the wedding. Alex truly listens to what you want and creates the perfect look, she is so knowledgeable and skilled. She made me feel so beautiful on my wedding day and my girls couldn’t say enough about the looks her and Corey created. They can do high glam, subtle, natural, and even did my old (but fabulous) grandmothers! Alex and Corey- thank you so much for glamming us up and making us feel so confident. You guys are the best! You will NOT be disappointed in your experience with Bridal by Alexandria. She was so patient with us. Jaqueline, the coordinator, was so responsive and helpful throughout the process start to finish. Let yourself be pampered by true, talented makeup artists!
Reviewed On 3/26/2019 by Amanda R
Id like to start out with the fact that I do not wear makeup and I know im not the only one out there, but I legit just started using chapstick about a year ago. So picking a makeup artist that would make me feel comfortable was really importan...
t to me. Ive also had the same hair stylist doing my hair since I was 10 years old and I knew she couldn’t make the trip up to our Catskill wedding so trusting someone else was also really important to me.... I stumbled upon Bridal by Alexandria through some research and feel so incredibly lucky to have had Alex and Kate on my wedding day. My trial with both of them was AWESOME, they are both so easy to get along with and made me feel like I’ve known them forever! Kate ended up making my hair look even better than I ever envisioned and all I showed her was one picture of what I wanted, she worked with me and threw in her own opinions and I loved everything about it! Alex was awesome, I put my complete trust in her talent and she made me feel amazing and like myself all at the same time. She doesnt have a heavy hand whatsoever and I felt SO comfortable in the amount of makeup she used. LOVED IT. All of my family and bridal crew loved Alex and Kate, as well. They just kept saying how genuinely nice they both were! Id choose them one million times over again and am so grateful for their presence on my wedding day!!! BONUS: their coordinator Jacqueline is seriously on top of her stuff. She was always quick to respond and super helpful!
Reviewed On 3/05/2019 by Stephanie G
These women are masterful! We had Kate and Meg work with us and it was truly a dream. They helped to make my girls and I look even more amazing than I could have imagined. Please do yourself a favor and book these talented women.
Reviewed On 1/30/2019 by Christina C
I would recommend Bridal by Alexandria for your special day. Emma & Merita with their assistants Samantha & Angelica did so much great work making the mothers, bridal party and myself look and feel beautiful. Emma did a wonderful job making my ...
makeup look natural and it looked great in photos. Merita is extremely talented at making beautiful hairstyles that last for the whole event. I had thought the hairstyle I wanted may have been too complicated to do, but she did it with no trouble at all. The only negatives I would say is that it was kind of hard to communicate and book them before the event. We had more than a couple of days with no response. I would also recommend having simpler forms to fill out, where the client doesn't have to do the math and fill out all the price totals. But overall, the negatives pale in comparison to their work.
Reviewed On 1/22/2019 by Rachel G
The absolute BEST makeup artist and hair team in the tri-state area. There is no one more hardworking, genuine, and talented than Alex Gilleo! She is the most diligent person that is just so centered as a person and an absolute delight to work ...
with. Her talent is unprecedented. In addition to the great service Alex provided to my girls and me, she also came in the clutch last minute for me. I had decided that the number of hair people I'd booked (not from Alex's team) would not suffice, so I asked Alex to bring in backup from her team. She happily included Merita in our conversation, who was SO sweet, kind, and accommodating on such short notice. Not to mention, she did some of the best (and most complicated) hair styles for my ladies!! I did have to book Alex and team very far in advance (almost two years, I think) but it was SO worth it and if you have the chance to work with Alexandria and her team, do NOT hesitate. Book now!! <3 you Alex!!
Reviewed On 1/11/2019 by Lauren A
Alex is simply amazing and no one else like her in the area. Planning a wedding in 11 months, I knew I had to act fast to get the vendor team I wanted. When I found out Alex had our date opened, I booked her immediately - without event having a...
trial planned! I knew I wanted her! Her personality is captivating and just makes you feel good - both and my trial and on my wedding day, I felt calm and relaxed. Her makeup style is EXACTLY what I envisioned - less is more; simple. I wanted to look myself; natural yet glowing and she did just that. My girls and mother looked amazing as well! She was such a blessing to work with and would hire her again for another formal affair!
Reviewed On 12/21/2018 by Alyssa B
Alex was so great and I highly recommend her for bridal makeup! I had some changes I wanted to make after my trial (I wanted to look more natural) and she listened to me and executed them flawlessly the day of my wedding. I loved my makeup and ...
my bridesmaids and MOH/MOG were also extremely happy with theirs! Leading up to my wedding I also paid for her digital skin appointment and it made such a difference for me. I LOVE my skin care routine and now have cleansing and makeup products that are right for my specific complexion and that I'll be using from now on!
Reviewed On 10/31/2018 by Thea K
Bridal by Alexandria was one of the best decisions I made for my wedding day. I had struggled to find a talented team for both hair and makeup that would travel to my venue and for a reasonable price. I had spent countless time and money on tri...
als, but was never totally satisfied. When I met with Alex and Jenny for my trial, the vibe was immediately different. They have a happy, calming effect and were able to easily interpret my expectations and translate them into exactly what I had envisioned. The planning process was well organized, and they were very responsive to my questions and flexible with any changes that I made leading up to the wedding. Prior to, they provided me with a detailed timeline and schedule for the day so that we would know what to expect. On the wedding day, Alex and Jenny tackled a large bridal party - 1 bride, 9 bridesmaids, 3 flower girls and 2 mothers - without breaking a sweat. They were cool, calm and collected, which allowed the bridal party to enjoy the morning getting ready together. Even better, each member of my party who received services was so happy with their end results. Jenny perfectly executed my effortless up-do, and Alex made me feel like a more enhanced and beautiful version of myself with her makeup skill. It was the most magical day, and they were a big reason why!
Reviewed On 10/15/2018 by Christina L
Meg and Katie did the make up and hair for my bridal party and they did an amazing job! They are professional, flexible and their work is amazing. I received so many compliments on my hair and make up! All of the girls were so happy with their ...
final looks. We had the most gorgeous bridal party ever! Thank you so much Katie and Meg, you both did an amazing job! If I ever need make up or hair done again, I know who I am calling! You will not regret booking Alexandria Gillo, her girls are amazing!
Reviewed On 10/06/2018 by Brittany M
Alex provided make-up for myself, my bridesmaids, and my mother/mom. I couldn’t have been happier with the results, and I know everyone else was equally satisfied. She has a wonderful eye for color, respectfully listens to your requests, and mo...
ves throughout the getting-ready period of the day with a calm, collected stress-free attitude. She was on time and ahead of schedule. Our makeup looked great all night long with hardly a touchup. I can’t recommend Alex enough, she is so talented at her craft and you can tell she really loves what she does. If you’re thinking of booking Alex, act quick before she gets booked up!
Reviewed On 9/17/2018 by Kimberly G
Alex came highly recommended to me and met and exceeded all expectations. From first contact through the wedding day she was extremely responsive to all my crazy bride questions and concerns. I booked Alex right away, even without my trial firs...
t because I was so comfortable with her even through just emails. When my trial came, she took all my inspiration photos and made me look beautiful. She even did small tweaks to compare to make sure I had the exact look I wanted for my big day. She helped me with my skin care so I would have a perfect glow on my day. On the day of, Alex and her assistant took care of my entire group of girls. There was 13 of us total and I was amazed at how fast everyone was ready. Alex & her assistant were amazing. My girls ranged from never wearing make up before to wanting full glam and we all looked beautiful. Even through a hot June day outside, everyone's make up lasted all day, looking just as amazing at the end of the night as when we first got ready. I would highly recommend Alex & her team for anyone's special day!
Reviewed On 9/09/2018 by Mandy M
I worked with Alexandria's team for my wedding - Kate for hair and Meg for makeup. Both of them were spectacular. They did an amazing job of listening to what each woman wanted (everyone could pick their own style), and really adjusting to make...
sure each person felt confident and beautiful. They were also just a ton of fun to be around - we were blasting pitch perfect and my dog was rocking a suit - and they were so down for it! With 12 women including the Mom's, I expected to be running late, but we someone were AHEAD OF SCHEDULE. I also still looked like a human at the end of the night after so much dancing. Hire this team - they will make you feel beautiful while still feeling like yourself. Thanks Kate and Meg!
Reviewed On 8/17/2018 by Nicole V
I think one of the best decisions I made for our wedding was hiring Alex and her team (we had Jenny for hair!) to do my bridal party's hair and make up. At my trial Alex was full of advice on tips to get my skin glowing and looking its best fo...
r the big day, and after she sent me THEE most useful link of products to buy to have on hand that morning! It was really like having my own personal beauty consultant. Jenny was wonderful with our hair - I completely changed what I wanted to do from the trial to the day of and she didn't miss a beat! All of my girls felt beautiful the day of, I can't stress enough how much I recommend Alex and her team!!
Reviewed On 8/05/2018 by Emily C
I would recommend Alex to any bride looking for a make up artist who will help you and your bridesmaids look and feel beautiful in a natural way! She does the best job at personalizing your make up to what you are used to and uses quality produ...
cts that last the whole day and night! She is absolutely amazing!
Reviewed On 7/09/2018 by Evan N
I am so happy that I hired Bridal by Alexandria for my wedding day hair and make-up. I worked with Meg Coleman for makeup and Kate Hargarves for hair, and they are both incredibly talented, professional, and generally a joy to be around! During...
my trial, they provided lots of great tips on prepping my skin and hair, and created a look that was totally in line with my vision (I usually wear little to no makeup and they created a beautiful, glowing natural look). On my wedding day, they did a phenomenal job not only on my hair and makeup but also for my mom, sister, and friends. I felt and looked amazing, and would hire them again in a heartbeat!
Reviewed On 6/15/2018 by Jillian M
We were a two bride wedding so we had a ton of hair and makeup that needed to be done. What I liked about Alex is she came to us and had a hair team as well so we didn’t have to hire a separate person or go to a salon. At our trials Alex even g...
ave us some great advice to help our skin before the wedding. Alex is great at the natural look which is what we wanted as we don’t wear a lot of makeup. On the wedding day Alex and Katie Kelly arrived on time. We ended up finishing earlier than expected and Katie stayed until the end time we had planned on and we really appreciated those touch ups. I will say I was disappointed that Alex didn’t do the same nor did she give me the option to come by the other room and have a quick touch up as I was the other bride and had makeup done first. I’d just suggest you plan that out with her in advance if you want a touch up. I mistakenly assumed I would get one as one of the brides since I had my makeup done hours before. I would have happily came to her so she didn’t have to move her stuff again. With that being said, Alex does amazing work that stayed on perfectly. I sweat a lot and didn’t look like a hot mess.
Reviewed On 5/30/2018 by Allison W
I felt so at ease on the day of my wedding knowing that I had the best makeup artist, Alex to make me look beautiful. She was on time, professional, and so kind. I gave her free rage on my face because that’s how much I trust her talent!! Truly...
so grateful I was able to have Alex on my wedding day! I would recommend her services a million times!
Reviewed On 5/27/2018 by Mara T
One of the best choices I made for our wedding was contacting Alexandria to do my makeup. She also put me in touch with my hairstylist, Kate Hargraves, who was just as fabulous. Alex was professional but easy going and handled my bridal party...
of 8 with ease. She made sure that the wedding party looked glamorous but still natural, which was something I had emphasized. She is clearly a pro at what she does. Plus, she was so easy to work with and fun to be around! Couldn't recommend her more highly!
Reviewed On 4/11/2018 by Kristin G
Alexandria Gilleo did my makeup and Katie Hargraves did my hair for my wedding in January 2018 and they were such a dream team! They completely understood my vision and aesthetic for the big day and were consummate professionals. All of my brid...
e’s ladies and my mother also had they’re hair done and looked stunning. They were also very fast working, detailed, and made sure everyone felt beautiful and like themselves. If I had to do it all over again, I would absolutely book with Alexandria and her team. They’re the best!
Reviewed On 4/06/2018 by Hilary D
Alexandria is fantastic. She immediately understood the minimalist aesthetic I was going for - she has a gift for making everyone look themselves, but at their best! It was also a pleasure to be with her on the day of the wedding: she has a low...
-key, easygoing, and confident energy. We all loved her.
Reviewed On 3/08/2018 by Katherine L
Alexandria and her team are amazing! I cannot say enough how beautiful everyone's hair and makeup was that day and it stayed in place and intact all day and night without feeling like we were weighed down or shellacked in makeup and hairspray. ...
Everyone in our party asked Alex what she would do and do not regret it! She brought out our best features and really made us feel so beautiful.
Reviewed On 11/20/2017 by Courtney D
Alexandria and Kate made me feel like a beautiful goddess on my wedding day! They emulated what i wanted perfectly. I absolutely loved working with them. They made me and my girls so comfortable. I felt so beautiful on my wedding day and could ...
not be more happy i chose bridal by Alexandria!! xo
Reviewed On 11/05/2017 by Jessica C
Meg Rianne, who works with Alexandria Gilleo, is AMAZING! Meg did the makeup for myself and my bridal party on my wedding October 15, 2017. Meg was incredibly warm, kind, friendly, and professional during the entire process. When I met Meg at ...
the trial, I felt like we clicked right away! She assisted me with figuring out how much time we needed for each bridesmaid, and everything was timed perfectly. During the wedding trial, I let Meg know I preferred a natural look, and she absolutely nailed it at the trial. The wedding day went so smoothly, and I was able to unwind and have fun during the getting ready process. I never felt more beautiful on my wedding day, and that my natural beauty was enhanced. I did not feel overdone whatsoever. I could not have been more thrilled with my wedding makeup, and am so grateful to Meg for making me feel gorgeous and timeless on my wedding day!
Reviewed On 9/19/2017 by Alexandra D
Make up by Alex was flawless and our hair by kate was amazing. So easy to work with, Highly recommend them!! Thank you so much!
Reviewed On 9/18/2017 by Jessica T
Alexandria and her team are amazing. When we first met for my hair and makeup trial, they made me feel so comfortable and really listened to my ideas. The day of the wedding they worked fast and made everyone in my wedding party look stellar. I...
wish I could have Alexandria do my makeup on a daily basis! If you want to look amazing on your wedding day I HIGHLY recommend using Alexandria's services.
Reviewed On 9/07/2017 by Michelle W
I seriously have no words to describe the amazing job Alexandria did on my wedding day but I sure will try. Alex is such an amazing makeup artist, she made me feel so comfortable on my wedding day and did such a beautiful job! I love the natura...
l but beautiful look and Alex nailed it. My bridesmaids were all so thrilled with their makeup and I literally have never felt more beautiful. I highly recommend Alex not only for her professional skills but also because she is such a wonderful person who will make you feel so special through the whole process!
Reviewed On 8/07/2017 by Christina R
I have to admit, I procrastinated looking for a makeup artist for my wedding day. Probably a big NO! But I was nervous because I was one of those people that just knew how I liked my makeup. I didn't trust many others to do it for me. I had gon...
e to someone before Alex, and I was horrified with how my trial turned out. I looked 10 years older! At that point I was discouraged, but wanted to try one more consultation before I decided to just do it myself. Thank goodness I did!! I found Alex online and she was so professional. That was a huge plus to me. When you communicate with vendors, sometimes you get a few that make you feel like you're bothering them! This was totally not the case with Alex! I was able to get pricing and a consult set up with ease. When I sat down for my consult, I felt like I was with a friend! She was so laid back and I was able to explain exactly what I wanted without feeling like I was too picky ;) She gave me the right amount of feedback and before I even looked in the mirror, I knew I wanted to book her for my wedding day! I also didn't have anyone for hair and Alex had someone she works with, Katie Hargraves, come to the consult that day as well! On my wedding day, I felt like a million bucks! She glammed me up and it lasted all day long! I wanted a fresh face with my lashes being the focus. She did just that :) Katie finished up my bridal hair and I felt like royalty. The best part about the whole thing, they travel to you! I didn't have to stress about going somewhere and getting back on time. Alex and Katie made me feel amazing and that's so important on your wedding day. There are so many pictures taken on your wedding day and if you don't feel amazing, it could be miserable! I highly recommend Alex, and Katie. <3
Reviewed On 7/24/2017 by Gayle G
I got married this past weekend and Alexandria and Kate did an amazing job with hair and makeup for the entire bridal party! Everyone looked so beautiful and our hair and makeup stayed flawless throughout the entire day and night, even in 95 ...
degree weather. They're also really friendly, fun, and amazingly efficient - all 8 of us were ready in under 3 hours and they're the kind of people you want to have around as you're getting ready on your big day. If you are looking for the best of the best, look no further and book Alexandria and Kate ASAP!! :-)
Reviewed On 7/01/2017 by Veronica H
I used Alexandria for my wedding at Yonkers NY on June 30, 2017. From the first email to trial to the big day, Alexandria was amazing. She is quick to respond to emails, so pleasant and professional. She perfectly executed all the different loo...
ks I wanted for me, my bridal party and my mom, without breaking the bank. I would highly recommend using her and her people in NY or CT.
Reviewed On 6/30/2017 by Charly W
THE ABSOLUTE BEST! It's taken me way too long to write such a well-deserved review, but Alex was fantastic. We were married in May and I am so happy that I trusted her with such an important role. She took her time with each of the women in my...
bridal - she is a perfectionist and cares deeply about her work. We had a great time with her and Kate (who did all of our hair and helped make us flawless for the big day). Alex and Kate were so much fun to spend the day with. My trial with them was an absolute breeze. I was able to schedule my trial for just before our engagement photo shoot - and I was THRILLED with the final look. Our make-up was perfect and lasted all day. Some of us got ready as early as 9am - and our look remained throughout the night, even into the after party hours! She will make you look your absolute best without being heavy handed or overly done-up. We all felt comfortable and like the best versions of ourselves. I wish she could do my make-up everyday, or that I lived close enough to use her services on the weekends. My flower girl was so excited to get her make-up done - she stayed close to Alex and asked tons of questions , and Alex was a DOLL - patient and sweet! She is high-skilled, a true professional and has a great passion for what she does. She is a lovely person and you will not be disappointed. Thank you Alex!! xoxox
Reviewed On 6/07/2017 by Saasha C
Alexandria does fantastic work! I would highly recommend adding her to your wedding day prep. She was extremely accomodating with traveling to all us girls to help us get ready for my big day. Makeup was perfect. She did a great job on making u...
s all look flawless! We were all so happy having her help us get ready!
Reviewed On 6/01/2017 by Meghan P
Alex did my makeup for my wedding on 5.28.17. She did an incredible job on everyone, from my bridesmaids to my grandmothers. I've never looked or felt better in my life! I never wear a lot of makeup, and even my groom who was very nervous about...
me looking too overdone commented on how perfect it turned out. On top of that, Alex is super sweet and professional, and her pricing is totally reasonable, especially considering how talented she is. Alex arrived ahead of schedule and finished everyone's makeup ahead of schedule. Highly recommend!!
Reviewed On 5/31/2017 by Erin B
I have never worked with someone more professional, kind, and talented then Alex. Not only did she make me feel like a true princess on my wedding day but she made me look like one. Every girl dreams of looking like a million bucks on their wed...
ding and I truly truly have never felt more gorgeous in my entire life then I did on my wedding day because of how amazing alex did my make up! She has the most loving personality and she truly felt like part of my family on my wedding day. She kept me calm the entire day and made not only me look fabulous but also all my bridesmaids! I still get compliments to this day about how awesome my makeup and girls make up looked. Alex was so amazing that I am even having her do my make up for a wedding I am a guest at! I would use her to do my make up everyday if I could! She arrived early and ready to go and did not leave my hotel room until every single girl was touched up and looking picture perfect! I highly recommend alex to do your make up for your weddinng you won't find anyone more professional, talented, and as kind as Alex. I would rate her at 100 stars if I could, best make up artist ever!!!!!!!!
Reviewed On 5/30/2017 by Laura B
I hate to write a negative review for Alexandria because she was such a nice girl and she is EXTREMELY talented in doing makeup, however, one of the main qualities that I was looking for in wedding vendors was reliability. A wedding day is ver...
y chaotic and she caused a lot of additional stress for me by cancelling the night before due to personal reasons. I do understand that things come up and I am generally a reasonable person, but she had the hair stylist call me the night before my wedding to tell me that she would not be able to do my wedding party's makeup and that a "qualified person" would replace her. There were two girls who showed up the day of the wedding and they were far from qualified. One of the girls was still in high school and clearly did not have a license to do makeup. My bridesmaids and the mothers of the bride and groom looked absolutely ridiculous the day of the wedding (they used white foundation on some of the girls who had olive skin tone and everyone had black eye shadow to the point where they looked scary). They had to wipe off their makeup and there were a lot of tears caused by the entire process. Alexandria still came to do my makeup, which turned out absolutely beautiful (which is why I hate writing this negative review, because she did amazing work). She also attempted to fix a couple of girls' makeup, but she could not get to everyone. Despite these issues, there was no price concession for the fact that high school students showed up to do everyone else's makeup, and I felt that as part of running a business she should have honored her commitment and stayed to do everyone's makeup to avoid this issue.
Response from the Vendor on 06/05/2017
Hi Laura; I will apologize again for the inconvenience which occurred. I want to highlight that I never cancelled your wedding, as this review seems a bit misleading. You always had your bridal makeup secured and I’m happy that you were very pl...
eased with your bridal look. In the event of a personal emergency (a devestating and unexpected emergency which I shared with you) it states in the contract that there will be a back up plan and an artist provided. The artist I provided is a Salon owner in Westchester, NY. She is a licensed artist and stylist who certainly is not in high school and was kind enough to cancel her day to help me with your bridesmaids last minute so I could be with my family during this difficult time. I am very sorry you were not happy with her services on your bridemaids and I will not recommend her to any of my clients going forward. I did show up on time, as promised and contracted, and I did offer my services to others and you insisted that you only wanted me to only do your bridal makeup. I noticed one of the bridesmaids was not happy, so I gladly set up my station in another room and airbrushed 2 bridesmaids and 1 mother (free of charge, airbrushing is an extra service fee) along with offering touch ups to any additional person. I had more than enough time to get to everyone if they wanted a touchup yet every one else said they were happy. As a business owner, I did honor my commitment by showing up for your bridal makeup and offering my services. I also did not charge for the hour of travel time nor for the extra airbrushing. I want to remind you that personal emergencies are out of anyone’s control and I really did the best I could with the handling the unforeseen situation and circumstances that was at hand. You truly looked absolutely beautiful on your wedding day and I want to congratulate you again and wish you all the best. -Alexandria
Reviewed On 5/02/2017 by Neri U
One of my bridesmaids was so happy with the results that she said "That's it! I'm booking them for life!" Both, Alex and Katie are so patient, kind, and great listeners. During the trial, they listened to my concerns and wishes, and turned a ...
ton of pinterest pictures into perfection. Katie is the Queen of braids. The Queen! Alex mixed some magic here and there, and I felt so confident and comfortable during the whole day. I admire their ability to manage a ton of women getting ready in an apartment with such patience and understanding, and if you've ever been in an apartment full of women getting ready for an event....you know that's a lot to handle. Alex, Katie, if you're reading this...I LOVE YOU!
Reviewed On 11/17/2016 by Gina F
THIS GIRL. My makeup was perfect for my wedding and didn't smudge a bit. All my girls looked gorgeous and more importantly, felt gorgeous. Alexandria also has a hair girl, Kate. Kate did my hair as well as most of my bridesmaids. It was a ...
windy wedding day and our hairdos stayed till the end of the night! There's no reason to not book them together...they are a great team and pricing was very reasonable compared to other vendors I researched.
Reviewed On 11/13/2016 by Nicole P
As a girl that doesn't wear makeup, finding a makeup artists for my wedding was challenging, I thought. I wasn't sure what to looks for or even where to start. I had numerous people recommend Alexandria. When I went for my trial I was a ...
bit nervous and didn't know what to except. I would have to say she was welcoming and so down to earth. She chatted with me and made me feel so comfortable. In the end I loved my trial makeup and knew I picked the right makeup artist for my big day. I left the trial and right away called my bridesmaids to let them know not only was Alexandria amazing at makeup but the nicest person I have met and that I was super excited she would be doing all of our makeup. She sat with me to ask what I wanted and gave me the natural look I asked for. The day of the wedding I was running a bit late and she made me at ease telling me no problem and not to rush. She did my makeup,my moms makeup, and some bridesmaids. Everyone loved the makeup and I received so many compliments. I was beyond pleased with not only her makeup but just her personality and the way she fit right in while all of us girls were getting ready. I have already recommended her to numerous brides and would definitely have her do my makeup for other events in the future.
Reviewed On 11/04/2016 by Amanda R
I cannot even begin to describe how beautiful I felt on my wedding day and I can truly thank Alexandria and Katie for making me look and feel like a glowing bride!! Alexandria and Katie are incredible at what they do. I was looking for a hair ...
and makeup team for quite some time and once I came across Alexandria's website and saw her and Katie's work, I knew I had to have them be our glam squad for my big day. She was very attentive to my concerns, quick to answer any questions/emails and showed up on my wedding day with huge smiles on their faces. Having both Katie and Alexandria there with me and my bridesmaids getting ready felt so comfortable, like they were friends. I am not usually one who wears a lot of makeup from day to day. I had expressed my concerns to Alexandria about not wanting anything too heavy and she listened to everything I had to say. My hair and makeup lasted the entire night. It was truly a pleasure working with Alex and Katie from start to finish! They are both extremely professional, caring and beyond talented. I highly recommend hiring them to be your glam squad for your big day...you will NOT be disappointed.
Reviewed On 11/01/2016 by Kelly K
For years I saw all of the beautiful photos of Alex's wonderful work on so many gorgeous brides. I always admired her work ethic and how she was able to enhance a bride's natural beauty. I actually reached out to her right before we got engaged...
and was and still am unbelievably happy that she had my wedding day available. She helped put me at ease and I am so incredibly thankful for the wonderful job she did! My girls looked perfect and my makeup lasted through all of the tears! Thank you Alex, I will always be thankful each and every time I see our wedding photo!!
Reviewed On 8/29/2016 by Michele E
Alex and her team are second to none! I booked Alex and her team for my wedding this past August at Blooming Hill Farm. Super professional, talented, and really fun to hang out with too! She knew exactly what my girls and I wanted - none of ...
us really wear that much makeup and she was able to make us look super natural and pretty for the big day! I highly recommend booking Alex ASAP!
Reviewed On 8/10/2016 by Mary G
Alex is incredible at what she does. She did makeup for me and my bridal party on my wedding day. I couldn't have been happier with how my makeup came out, and all my bridesmaids loved their makeup too. Everyone looked absolutely gorgeous. By t...
he end of the night, our makeup looked just as fresh as it did when it had been first applied. In addition to how talented she is, Alex was such a pleasure to work with throughout the whole process. I would highly recommend her because she does a wonderful job, and I'm so happy that I chose her for my special day.
Reviewed On 8/03/2016 by Michelle E
I can't put into words just how wonderful Alex is! From beginning to end, she remained professional and very personable. Her passion for her career is evident and shows through her work. I have never felt as beautiful as I did on my wedding day...
and that is because of Alex's wonderful work. I had a vision of what I wanted to look like on my wedding day and Alex took that, went above and beyond my expectations. She is truly the best!!
Reviewed On 8/02/2016 by Heather S
Booking Alex for my wedding was one of the best things I ever did. Before I even met with her for my trial, I sent her some questions I had about ways to improve my skin and she sent me to one of her friends (Kiki at the Little Owl Spa) who is ...
a skin genius. I followed her regiment (and still do) and have never been happier with my skin. I love that Alex was always willing to offer any advice that would help me to feel my best as my wedding day approached. I don't usually wear a lot of makeup so I was a little nervous to see what I would look like with a full face of professional makeup. During my trial, Alex walked me through everything she was doing and frequently stopped to ask how I liked what she had done so far. I was surprised at how natural I looked. She even helped me to overcome my "fear" of fake eyelashes. On the big day, Alex showed up right on time. She took time to discuss with each girl (5 bridesmaids and my mom) what they had in mind for their makeup and did an amazing job enhancing each girl's natural beauty. When we looked back at my trial pictures and I actually even asked Alex to go a little darker with my eye makeup. I didn't feel nervous at all asking her to deviate from the plan we made during my trial because I knew I could trust her to do an amazing job. My makeup came out perfectly. I have never felt so beautiful in my entire life. I got married in the middle of July and my makeup lasted all night, there was seriously not a single smudge. I danced for hours and though I felt sweaty, when I looked in the mirror/at pictures my face didn't even look the slightest bit shiny--I couldn't believe it. On top of being unbelievably talented, Alex is also super personable. She is so sweet and is genuinely excited to work with her clients. Alex is definitely the kind of person you will want around as you prepare for one of the biggest and best days of your life!
Reviewed On 7/31/2016 by Traci D
Alexandria is an incredibly talented, kind, and professional individual that you absolutely need on the day of your wedding! Alex applied the makeup for my July 2016 wedding including myself, my 5 bridesmaids, and my mother and mother in law...
. Each of us brought to the table different skin types, desired looks, and daily styles that varied greatly, and Alex made each one of us look stunning and flawless while remaining true to who we are. She was fun to be around while we got ready in the morning, but worked timely and efficiently so no one felt rushed or short changed. My guests remarked repeatedly how beautiful and natural my makeup looked on my wedding day! All of our makeup lasted throughout the brutal 96 degree temperatures as we took hours of photos, the tears of joy through the ceremony, and the droplets of sweat from hours of dancing. No one needed touchups, and we remained flawless until morning! Alexandria is truly talented and a wonderful individual to work with. She communicates in a timely fashion, takes her time on trial appointments to be sure you are happy, and reminds you to enjoy every minute of your special day. I have already had two bride friends book her for their upcoming weddings, and I will continue to recommend her to as many people as possible!
Reviewed On 7/15/2016 by Jena B
You're not going to get anything close to comparison when you book with Alexandria. I found out about Alexandria after attending one of my friend's wedding, the bride and bridal party looked amazing. From that moment, I knew that I wanted Alexa...
ndria and her crew to do make up and hair for my wedding. From the moment I contacted her inquiring about her availability, having a make up trial and to the day of our wedding, she was extremely professional and a pleasure to work with. We were running a little behind schedule the morning of and Alex said to me while applying my make up, "Do you mind if we finish you a little late because I do not want to rush on you and what's about to be a finished product is going to be amazing." She was so courteous, relaxed and confident that it made me so thankful and appreciative of her and that she was there for me on my wedding day! Alexandria and her crew take pride in every single event that they do. For hair, her darling co-worker Kate is just as amazing. They work so well together and accommodate to everyone's needs and requests. They even gave us make up tips and my mom LOVED that! Alex and Kate felt part of the family. They are just wonderful people. Book without hesitation, you will be so glad you did! Alex and Kate, I have never felt so beautiful in my life! Stunning, breathtaking, gorgeous were just some of the comments people said about me on the most beautiful day of my life. Thank you so much for being apart of this memorable experience. You're the best & my entire family loves you :)
Reviewed On 7/06/2016 by Knottie1467845555
Alex is AMAZING! She was so efficient! She was so professional and so easy to be around. She made my wedding morning go so smooth and we had fun! She really cares about her clients and does exactly what they want. She made me feel beautiful but...
it felt natural! She did the same for my sisters (wedding party). We each looked amazing but in such a natural way it felt great! The makeup lasted all day/night and it was a hot day! She traveled up to Lake George for my wedding and I appreciated it so much. She brought along her hair girl Kate, who did an amazing job also! She made our hair look exactly like we asked her to. She was also so efficient and caring! If you need someone you should call Alex because she is the best!!!
Reviewed On 12/29/2015 by samantha C
My makeup came out absolutely perfect! Natural but a little glam, exactly what I asked for. Everyone commented on how perfect my makeup looked. Would highly reccomend using Alex for Bridal makeup!
Reviewed On 7/23/2015 by Kimberly L
There are no words to really describe how amazing Alex is! I have had the pleasure of having her do my make-up on several occasions and each time I was blown away. She really listens to how you want to look, what you like and don't like, and th...
en delivers more than you could ever image - she makes you look and feel absolutely beautiful. I would highly recommend Alex to anyone I know who is getting married. She is talented beyond words and is one of the most personable and fun loving people I have ever met!
Reviewed On 6/25/2015 by Brittany
Alexandria is a professional through and through. During our trial in April, I brought some Pinterest pictures of what I thought I would want. Alexandria took it above and beyond. I don’t usually wear make up and when I told her I wanted a n...
atural look, I expected the worst because that’s what I had gotten in past trials. Alexandria nailed it. It was exactly what I was looking for. From the trial right to the day of the wedding, if I had questions I could text or e-mail Alexandria and she was answering right away. The day of the wedding, Alexandria was there early and was ready to go by the time we arrived at the venue. She was efficient in her application for all the girls while being able to keep a conversation going and interacting with my bridesmaids and myself. I can’t say enough how well Alexandria nailed the natural look for all of us. It was absolutely PERFECT!
Reviewed On 6/01/2015 by Alexa G
First- Alexandria is kind, down to earth and has a great sense of humor! She made my trial and wedding day even that much more enjoyable. She listened to what I wanted and did it in 10 minutes. When does that ever happen?! I feel like hair tria...
ls and makeup trials are so hit or miss. She did exactly what I wanted the first try and I looked beautiful on my wedding day! Second- she was so inexpensive and her quality of work is 5 stars! Third- my grandmother had tripped and fell at 10:55am the morning of my wedding. She scraped her whole face. Alexandria was able to work around her scrapes and was accommodating to my grandmothers requests. My grandmother spent the morning of my wedding day so upset that she would ruin my photos (I obviously care ONLY about my nanna's health and safety) but she gave my grandma a boost of confidence by applying such beautiful makeup. For that, I will always be grateful to Alexandria. A true blessing on my wedding day. Thank you so much for being so good at what you do. Highly recommended.
Reviewed On 12/01/2014 by Kaitlyn M
I was in a wedding 6 mos. prior to my own where I got my makeup done by Alex, so I did not do a trial. She uses high quality products including airbrush techniques, and she does an amazing job. She is professional, and very easy to work with. ...
Her prices seem on the higher side, but trust me it is WORTH IT. She finishes every makeup job with waterproof finishing spray. Your makeup will not budge. She was also happy to make changes to girls’ makeup prior to finishing to ensure they were happy and satisfied. I find that a really professional makeup job comes through in photos. Alex traveled to my house for a small fee, and did the makeup of 6 people in a few hours. Alex is the real deal and I would not hesitate to recommend her!
Reviewed On 10/29/2014 by Jessica B
Alex is extremely talented at what she does, and very professional. From the first time we communicated, to the trial, and then to the wedding day, she was always so pleasant to work with. The makeup she did for myself, my mom, and my girls was...
so beautiful. We received so many compliments on how natural our makeup was. It lasted all day/night and looked fabulous in photos without being over the top. I would recommend Alex in a heartbeat to anyone in need of makeup, no matter the event! She is amazing and such a sweetheart!
Reviewed On 10/29/2014 by Knottie85315659
I cant even begin to express my gratitude for having Alexandria as my makeup artist for my wedding this past June at West Hills a Country Club. She was so kind, passionate, professional and made me feel completely comfortable (and glamorous!) S...
he literally re-created the picture i presented to her of a look I liked during my makeup trial to a TEE. She is a perfectionist and a true artist in every way. I cannot say enough amazing things about this woman and I am so happy that I chose alexandria to be a part of my wedding day. I would highly recommend Her to Any bride with my full confidence that she will do impeccable work.
Reviewed On 10/29/2014 by Knottie85341376
Alex was amazing to work with, shes so friendly, and so absolutely talented! I was a Maid of Honor for a wedding and she worked with me booking last second and at great prices. Not to mention I looked fabulous when she was done! She went out of...
her way for me and I would definately use her again in the future for other events! She does great work, everybody could use her on their special day!!
Reviewed On 10/14/2014 by Cherylynn M
I am so grateful to Alex for making myself, my sisters and mom look and feel so beautiful on my wedding day!!! She was professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. I am so lucky that I get to look back on my pictures and special day an...
d know that Alex was a very important part of it!!! My makeup stayed flawless all night even through the sweating while dancing! There are not enough words to express how happy I was with the end result!!! I would HIGHLY, HIGHLY, recommend her to any future bride!!! I urge you to call her immediately for a trial! I intend on hiring her for any professional makeup application for any event! THANK YOU again Alex, for making me feel as beautiful as every bride should feel on her wedding day! xoxo :)
Reviewed On 10/07/2014 by Christa S
Alex is a wonderful vendor. She arrived on time with a pleasant attitude and listened to what everyone wanted. The makeup was natural and not over the top at all. She really knew how to accentuate all of our best features keeping all of us look...
ing fresh and modern with our makeup lasting the entire day. When I get married I will most definitely be booking her to do my makeup! Thanks for being so great Alex! Christa
Reviewed On 12/30/2013 by Caitriona R
I cannot put into words how beautiful I felt on my wedding day! Alexandria is so so talented and truly has a passion for what she does! I was an indecisive bride, and after doing a gorgeous natural look at my trial I decided I wanted to go for ...
a more "glam" look on my big day. Alex delivered! My makeup felt light and airy, but looked so glamorous and stunning. One of my guests told me I looked like a "magazine bride"- which is probably my favorite compliment of the day! Alex made my makeup stand out in photos without looking cakey and heavy in person. She did make up for my bridesmaids and they looked stunning and LOVED their looks. She also did make up for my mother-in-law, who had never had her makeup done professionally and was a bit nervous. At my mother-in-laws request, Alex used her every day makeup to make her feel more comfortable. Even though it is the makeup she uses every day, her look was so elegant and beautiful for our big day. Alex is so fun-loving and energetic, and having her there made the morning so much fun! Brides- I can assure you that you will feel more gorgeous than ever if you choose Alexandria to do your makeup for your day!! Cannot recommend her enough!
Reviewed On 12/04/2013 by Traci S
I cannot say enough great things about Alexandria! I used her for my October 2013 wedding and she was fantastic. I am not someone who normally wears a lot of makeup and when I told her during my trial that I wanted to look natural but have my...
features pop in photos, she nailed it! She is sweet, talented and was very responsive to any and all of my inquiries leading up the wedding. My mom, sister and sister in law used her too and they loved their makeup too. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
Reviewed On 11/16/2013 by Jessica Y
Alex did the make-up touch-ups on my wedding day before the ceremony. I had not originally planned on having anyone do touch-ups, but my friends and family were highly encouraging of it since the ceremony was at 6pm and we had our hair and mak...
eup appointments from 10am-12. I was so glad that they talked me into it. It was an unusually warm day for October, and after an few hours of taking pictures outside we were all a little worn out (and it showed!). Without fail, myself or a member of my bridal party would go into the room with Alex to be touched up, and she would come out looking awake and ready to restart the day. Alex's personality is as refreshing as her products. Her work is natural-looking and I would recommend her to anyone.
Reviewed On 11/13/2013 by Elaina R
Alex had done my sister's makeup for her wedding in 2010, and then her friend in 2012. Both looked gorgeous so I had no question who I wanted to do my makeup for my wedding! I had a trial with Alex where I showed her a picture of what I want...
ed, we talked about colors and what worked for me and I LOVED the look! She took pictures of me once she was done and replicated the look exactly on my wedding day (I have heard stories of brides that go for a trial and then it is not the same on the wedding day, not with Alex!). Alex is a true professional, friendly, fun, and a pleasure to work with. She came to my house the day of the wedding and did full makeup for me, my mother (who never wears makeup), my best friend, and mother in law. Everyone absolutely loved their looks and the makeup stood the entire night! I was sweating like a pig but my makeup still looked great at 3 am! I could not recommend Alex enough! She is someone you can trust and count on for such a special occasion.
Reviewed On 9/26/2013 by Sara G
Alex was such a blessing to have on my wedding day! She kept me and all the other ladies so calm as we were getting ready, and worked quickly without making anyone feel rushed--even when we had one lady who was "difficult" and took a little lon...
ger than expected. I have never felt so beautiful before, and am so happy with how I looked in person--natural, glowing--and in photos--striking. Additionally I felt her pricing was fair and competitive. I cannot recommend her enough!
Reviewed On 8/12/2013 by Katie M
Alex did such a fabulous job with my entire wedding party! She drove 2 hours to come to my house and was there by 730am...I had 8 bridesmaids and both mothers plus myself get make up done and it looked wonderful! Stayed on throughout the day an...
d into the night. Plus she is cute and fun so all the girls had fun talking to her while she glammed us up! She definitely knows what she is doing and would use her over and over again!
Reviewed On 8/02/2013 by lisariguzzi
Alexandria was absolutely amazing to work with!! I was in a bridal party with 8 other woman and 4 children who all had their make up done by her. Alex was phenomenal. She was very professional, yet down to earth. She enhanced everyone's nat...
ural features and made us all look fabulous. I was overly impressed with her ability to make everyone feel comfortable and at ease. Alex was very down to earth and her work ethics impeccable. She added that personal touch to each of us and make us feel as special as the bride did!!!!! I highly recommend her services to anyone in search of a make-up artist for any special occasion!
Reviewed On 7/06/2013 by Alison K
I found Alex at the recommendation of a friend. I am so happy that I went with her for my wedding day makeup. She does such a great job of enhancing your natural features and my makeup looked flawless and lasted all night long. My bridesmaids a...
lso had their makeup done by Alex and they all loved their makeup as well. Alex is so nice and a true professional. I even had a great time talking with her at my trial. She is very flexible and great at getting back to her clients. I will definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to look fabulous on their wedding day! -Alison
Reviewed On 6/24/2013 by Jessica P
After watching Alex's business evolve over the past few years, I could not imagine putting my trust in anyone else with my makeup on my wedding day. Not only is Alex very good at what she does, she is professional, personable, and fun to be ar...
ound. Everything from the first emails, to the trial, to the wedding day was flawless. On the day of the wedding, Alex did my makeup, as well as my mom's and my matron of honor's makeup. She took a very natural approach, which is exactly what we were all looking for. Alex did a beautiful job and made us all feel and look beautiful! I highly recommend this very talented makeup artist!
Reviewed On 6/23/2013 by Brittany P
Alex is such a fantastic makeup artist. From the first time you sit in her chair for a trial to your big day, she is super friendly and is honest about what she thinks will work for you. On my wedding day, I felt completely comfortable knowing ...
that my bridesmaids, mom, MIL, and I were in her hands. She can make everyone look glamorous without making you look like you are trying too hard. She is worth every penny. Thank you, Alex, for being wonderful and fun.
Reviewed On 5/29/2013 by Stephnaie C
Alex was recommended to me by my friend/ hair stylist. Alex was very friendly, helpful and professional. She was flexible about the time of my trial (I work m-f 9a-5p) and made me look beautiful! She transformed 5 of my bridesmaids, my mom, flo...
wer girl and I (the bride) into beautiful, picture perfect ladies! My makeup was done at aprox. 1pm and at 6am the next morning my makeup was still on, not fading or wearing off at all! I highly recommend Alex for your next big event!
Reviewed On 5/29/2013 by Kelly D
Alex did an amazing job on mine, my bridesmaids, and mother's make-up. She was attentive to everyone's needs and did all make-up to each individual's preference. As the bride, Alex did my make-up perfect. It was natural and my husband loved ...
the way I looked. Her personality also added to the day. She has a great positive energy. There is no one else I would rather have had there on my special day. Thank you so much Alex!!! If I had to sum up everything in one word that Alex did for me on my wedding day it is - perfection!
Reviewed On 5/06/2013 by Susan P
I recently got married and heard about Alex through word of mouth. She has an excellent reputation. I could have not asked for a better experience. Alex is so friendly and warm. She makes you feel beautiful. From the trial to my wedding day...
I couldn't have asked for more. Alex was attentive and caring. My make-up was flawless and looked the same from the beginning until the end of the night. I received so many compliments. THANK YOU ALEX !!!!! :)
Reviewed On 4/17/2013 by April W
I hired Alexandria for my wedding 4/12/13 she did such an amazing job. My mother decided to have her makeup done by another person. My mother looked like a corpse, Alexandria fixed her makeup and applied it properly. She made my mother look bea...
utiful like the mother of the bride should look. Alexandria is definitely one of the best, if not THE best in the business. My maid honor was a sceptic because she does not have the best skin and Alexandria made her skin look flawless. I highly recommend her to EVERY bride who wants to look beautiful on their special day! There are some things you can skimp on but your makeup is not one of them, looking absolutely beautiful on your wedding day is priceless.
Reviewed On 3/28/2013 by Lindsay C
There are too many good things to say about Alex.. She is a talented , efficient , and thorough makeup artist. I had 9 bridesmaids, myself, and my mother all to get makeup the day of my wedding. Alex not only got my entire bridal party done on ...
time, but make the girls look even more beautiful than the already were.. She listened to the girls and tried to enhance their natural beauty/look to perfect what the wanted for that day. As for me, I couldn't have been happier with my makeup application, I felt so beautiful and Alex and I both tried not to cry when she was finished so we didn't mess up what she had just done, ( Alex cried more than I did haha) it was an overall perfect day and morning getting ready with Alex and our hair girls as well, i will always remember it and am so happy Alex was there with me to share in my most special day. She is highly recommended , you cannot go wrong with choosing her as you makeup artist.. XOXOXO Alex!!
Reviewed On 3/28/2013 by Ryann O
Alex did such a great job doing my makeup for my wedding (also 2 or my bridesmaids and my mother). I had a trial session with her a couple weeks before the wedding and gave her an idea of what I wanted and she hit the nail on the head! Then on...
our wedding day she arrived on time and totally prepared for all of us! I would definitely recommend her for any wedding or special event! Very friendly and personable, it was a pleasure doing business with her!
Reviewed On 3/25/2013 by Alexis M
Alex was the makeup artist for my wedding on March 22, 2013 and she was absolutely amazing! She did my bridal makeup along with my maid of honor, four bridesmaids, mother and aunt. She was detailed but efficient with time and really worked at m...
aking everyone perfect and happy! Alex is truly an artist.
Reviewed On 1/14/2013 by Danielle C
Alex is awesome!!! She is an amazingly talented makeup artist and so passionate about what she does! I am so grateful to her for making myself, my 9 bridesmaids and my mom look and feel so beautiful on my wedding day! Everyone looked amazing an...
d “natural.” She listened to what each of us wanted and emphasized our best features! It was a hot and humid day and everyone’s makeup stayed on all night!!! Mine was still perfect the day after!! She made the day a lot less stressful and convenient by coming to my house the day of. I couldn’t believe how fast and perfectly she was able to get so many of us done! I will forever HIGHLY recommend Alex to anyone looking to have their makeup done! Thanks again Alex!! =)

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Bridal By Alexandria is led by Founder and Creative Director, Alexandria Gilleo. Alexandria, who has spent the last decade working as a makeup artist for top celebrity clients, corporate clients, tv and commercial brands, and advertising campaigns, has turned her attention to a more personal brand of beauty. Gilleo has assembled a group of highly unique, creative, dependable and experienced hair and makeup artists. Alexandria’s Team provides onsite beauty services and fuse their professional experience in the film, TV and print forums to add to your beauty experience.

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