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Norfolk Beauty

Makeup by MaryLy

Luxury Bridal & Special Event MAKEUP | HAIRSTYLE
5 out of 5 stars and 124 reviews
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Norfolk, VA
5.0
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Mariia was the sweetest! I was obsessed with my makeup on my wedding day. Me and my bridesmaids ended up jumping in the pool at the end of the night and we all still looked like we had just walked out of her salon. I was shocked.  All my bridesmaids said they had never had their makeup done so perfectly before.  I definitely recommend her if you want to feel pretty for any special occasion 🤍
Candice D.
5.0
Huge thank you to Mariia and the MaryLy Studio team! I got a spray tan done before the wedding weekend and then my bridal hair and makeup on the day of. Everything was seamless. The high-end cosmetics she uses really set her apart from other artists in the area.
Laura T.
5.0

About this vendor

Vendor
Mariia Lysa
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
Best of Weddings Award
AWARD WINNER (3X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Based in Virginia Beach, VA, Makeup by MaryLy is a hair and makeup salon that can create your dream look. This woman-owned business can transform you into a walking piece of art by offering date night, wedding, and photoshoot styling. Professional makeup artist and owner Mariia Lysa loves to get to know each of her clients personally and would be honored to work with you. She prioritizes friendly service so you can relax with a glass of bubbly champagne while she customizes your beauty application. Each client's experience is individual, and Mariia and her team ensure they receive a fully tailored hair and makeup regime for their big day. Makeup by MaryLy has the necessary experience to design any look you desire, from traditional to full glam makeup, including eyelash extensions. You can also avail of the hair styling service to make this a one-stop shop for your beauty needs. Mariia and her team can travel to any location in Virginia and neighboring areas to provide onsite styling. Hair and makeup trials are also available, and you can reserve beauty group bookings for up to 10 people at your wedding party. Mariia Lysa can't wait to learn more about your story and chat more about her wedding services.
Woman-owned Business
5+ years in business
Speaks English, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian
Small team (2-10 members)
Details
Beauty
Beauty Group Bookings
Hair Stylists
Hair Trials Available
Makeup
Eyelash Extensions
Makeup Artists
Makeup Trials Available
On-Site Hair & Makeup
Awards and Affiliations
Best of Weddings Award
3-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2024.2023.
Why were they selected?
Best of Weddings
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Meet the team
  • Vendor
    Mariia Lysa
    Owner
    Hi! My name is Mariia Lysa. My favorite part about being in the beauty industry is getting to connect with such awesome people from all over! I love getting to know my brides and spending the day making them laugh. I love seeing my clients light up when they look in the mirror after their makeup is done. My goal is to bring impeccable service all around. I promise to always communicate, listen, and execute your vision flawlessly! I can’t wait to work together and hear your story! Let’s get you booked!
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124 reviews
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MaryLy Studio delivers luxurious European-style bridal hair and makeup with high-end products that photograph beautifully and last all day. Reviewers praise the calm, professional team for punctual, seamless coordination of bridal parties and for offering spray tans and wood therapy. The clean salon, trials, and versatility for weddings, shoots, and events make them highly recommended.
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12/19/2024
This review is long overdue! Mariia did my hair and makeup for our engagement photo session and wedding day photos. We did loose curls for the ceremony and a messy bun for the rece...
ption. I was behind schedule getting my bustle fixed during cocktail hour but she was so accommodating and got my hair redone in lightning speed. She is professional, fun, talented, and really listens to your needs and preferences. Hire her for your wedding!
Response from Makeup by MaryLy on 10/02/2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave this review—it trul...
y means a lot! It was such a joy working with you on your engagement session and wedding day. I'm so glad we were able to create the looks you envisioned, and I'm happy I could help make the transition between ceremony and reception smooth and stress-free. Wishing you so much love and happiness in this new chapter! 💕 — Mariia
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8/18/2026
Mariia was the sweetest! I was obsessed with my makeup on my wedding day. Me and my bridesmaids ended up jumping in the pool at the end of the night and we all still looked like we...
had just walked out of her salon. I was shocked.  All my bridesmaids said they had never had their makeup done so perfectly before.  I definitely recommend her if you want to feel pretty for any special occasion 🤍
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AvatarL
8/16/2026
Huge thank you to Mariia and the MaryLy Studio team! I got a spray tan done before the wedding weekend and then my bridal hair and makeup on the day of. Everything was seamless. Th...
e high-end cosmetics she uses really set her apart from other artists in the area.
AvatarC
8/16/2026
Mariia at MaryLy Studio did my bridal makeup and she is remarkable! The skin prep and high-end European products she used made my skin look glowing and natural without caking. My b...
ridesmaids also loved their hair and makeup. Highly recommend booking them!
AvatarK
8/13/2026
Honestly obsessed with how my bridal hair and makeup turned out! Mariia and the MaryLy Studio crew are so sweet, attentive, and talented. My hairstyling didn't budge even with the ...
wind during our outdoor ceremony, and my makeup felt completely weightless.
AvatarA
8/13/2026
Mariia is a genius! I wanted a soft European bridal makeup look that felt natural yet elevated. She used Chanel and Dior products on my skin and it looked flawless in every single ...
flash photograph. The spray tan I got two days prior also gave me the perfect bridal glow. Thank you MaryLy Studio team!
AvatarK
8/12/2026
Tried their wood therapy sessions leading up to my wedding weekend and wow... huge difference in feeling snatched and relaxed! Later on, Mariia did my bridal makeup and hairstyling...
. Everything about MaryLy Studio feels high-end, clean, and extremely professional.
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8/12/2026
Mariia and her team handled hair and makeup for me, my mom, and my 5 bridesmaids. Every single one of us looked incredible! You can tell Mariia uses top-tier luxury products becaus...
e our makeup looked fresh from 8 AM until midnight. Truly a luxury service from start to finish.
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8/05/2026
If you want that soft, luxurious, European glam look for your wedding, Mariia at MaryLy Studio is who you need to book. She only uses premium high-end brands like Dior and Charlott...
e Tilbury, which made such a huge difference in how my makeup wore all night. Plus, my bridal hairstyling turned out exactly like my Pinterest reference!
AvatarC
8/05/2026
I was super hesitant about getting pre-wedding treatments, but Mariia recommended trying wood therapy and a spray tan at MaryLy Studio before the big day. The wood therapy helped m...
e feel so toned and relaxed, and the spray tan was the most natural, golden glow ever—zero streaks! Combined with my bridal makeup on the day, I felt like a absolute queen.
AvatarC
8/05/2026
Booked MaryLy Studio for my wedding makeup and hair, and it was the best decision I made. Mariia is an absolute artist. She used luxury cosmetics (loved seeing Chanel and Hermès in...
her kit!) and tailored the look perfectly to my features. The whole team was punctual, calm, and made the morning so stress-free.
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7/22/2026
I cannot recommend Mariia and the MaryLy Studio team enough! Finding someone who specializes in true European-style bridal makeup in the area was a game changer. Mariia used high-e...
nd products like Charlotte Tilbury and Dior, and my skin looked literally airbrushed without feeling heavy. My hair stayed in place through 10 hours of dancing and photos. 1000/10 recommendation for any bride!
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5/28/2026
I had the best experience with Maryly Studio-Jenny for hair and makeup by Olga! They were incredibly professional, organized, and attentive to every detail. They truly took the tim...
e to understand my personal aesthetic and made everything come together! Jenny created the perfect hairstyle that felt elegant and timeless, while Olga's makeup was flawless, natural, and lasted all day. Their calm, positive energy made for an enjoyable experience. If you are looking for a beauty team that listens, executes your vision beautifully, and makes you feel your absolute best, I can't recommend them enough!
AvatarJ
5/25/2026
I couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Makeup by MaryLy for my wedding day! From the moment I sat in her chair, I felt completely cared for and beautiful. My hair and m...
akeup turned out absolutely stunning  exactly how I dreamed it would look. She and her team paid attention to every detail and made sure everything lasted perfectly throughout the entire day. Thank you so much for such a great experience.
AvatarE
5/25/2026
Absolutely love MaryLY Studio 🤍 One of many benefits is that they have an actual location(for photoshoot or trial sessions) The salon is beautiful, clean, and has such a welcoming...
atmosphere.   Everyone is so sweet and professional, and you can really tell they care about their clients and their work. You feel like a princess and you look like a princess ! The whole experience feels relaxing, luxurious, and personal every time. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality service ✨
AvatarM
4/14/2026
My quinceañera in Virginia Beach was everything I dreamed of and MaryLy made me feel like a princess. She did a soft glam with rose gold tones and styled my hair in a gorgeous updo...
with little sparkly pins. It lasted through my waltz, the hora loca, and all the dancing after. She was so nice and made me feel special on my big day. I love her!!
AvatarL
3/31/2026
Had her do a trial run before my wedding and I'm so glad I did. We adjusted the brow shape and lip shade and locked in a hairstyle that worked with my cathedral veil. On the weddin...
g day she recreated the look perfectly. No surprises, no stress. Just beautiful.
AvatarH
3/31/2026
I do content creation and needed consistent looks for a three-day brand shoot in Virginia Beach. MaryLy showed up each day prepared, matched continuity across outfits and lighting ...
setups, and adjusted for indoor vs outdoor scenes. She also transitioned my hair between looks in minutes. If you need someone who understands camera work and pacing on set, she's your person.
AvatarC
3/31/2026
Booked MaryLy for my mom's 60th birthday party in Chesapeake. She was nervous about getting glammed up but MaryLy was so warm and reassuring. She did a soft, elegant look—nothing h...
eavy, just enhanced features with a beautiful lip color. My mom teared up looking in the mirror (in a good way). The makeup lasted through dinner, cake, and a lot of dancing. That alone made the party.
AvatarM
3/31/2026
Five stars. Spray tan before a cruise and it faded evenly over the whole trip. No patchiness. Will be back before summer.
AvatarI
3/31/2026
MaryLy did my makeup and hair for a real estate headshot session in Norfolk. She kept everything clean and camera-ready—no flashback, no harsh lines, just polished and approachable...
. My hair was smooth with a slight bend that looked natural. I've gotten so many compliments on my new photos. She understands what works for professional branding.
AvatarA
3/31/2026
I was a last-minute addition to a bridal party in Virginia Beach and MaryLy squeezed me in without missing a beat. She matched my look to the other bridesmaids seamlessly even thou...
gh she'd never worked on me before. The foundation matched my neck perfectly (I'm mixed race and this is ALWAYS an issue with other MUAs) and the curls lasted through an outdoor ceremony in August. I was seriously impressed.
AvatarL
3/15/2026
Honestly she just gets it. Did my hair for a casual birthday dinner in Norfolk—loose waves, nothing crazy—and I got more compliments than I have in years. Sometimes simple is every...
thing.
AvatarN
3/15/2026
I booked a boudoir shoot in Virginia Beach and was super nervous. MaryLy made me feel so comfortable and gave me this sultry, soft-focus look—smoky eyes, nude lip, tousled waves. N...
othing felt over the top but I looked amazing on camera. She created exactly the mood I was going for without me having to over-explain it.
AvatarA
3/15/2026
Military ball in Norfolk—needed glam that could survive hours of standing, photos, dinner, and dancing in a hot ballroom. MaryLy delivered a classic look with a bold lip and sleek ...
updo that didn't budge. No touch-ups needed all night. She understands the military lifestyle and the time constraints that come with it. Already booked her for next year's ball.
AvatarE
3/04/2026
Prom glam for my niece in Chesapeake. Soft pink tones, half-up curls, age appropriate. She was gentle and patient. My niece smiled the whole time.
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3/04/2026
I've been going to MaryLy for about a year now and she's done everything from my engagement photos to my bridal shower to my actual wedding day. She remembers what works on my face...
, knows my preferences, and adjusts based on the event. For my engagement shoot she went dewy and romantic. For the wedding she amped it up with lashes and a more defined contour but it still felt like me. Having that consistency across all my events made the photos look so cohesive. She's not just talented—she actually cares about her clients.
AvatarA
3/04/2026
10/10 would recommend. Did my makeup for a work conference in Norfolk and I looked put together without feeling overdone. Great communication too—she texted day-of to confirm timin...
g.
AvatarC
2/28/2026
Booked MaryLy for a styled maternity shoot in Virginia Beach. She gave me a dewy, ethereal glow with soft waves and the lightest lashes that made my eyes pop without feeling heavy....
I was 37 weeks and uncomfortable but she made me feel gorgeous. Every photo from that session is going on the wall.
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2/28/2026
Wood therapy before my wedding was a game changer. I was skeptical honestly, but after two sessions my waist looked noticeably more sculpted and my dress fit better than at my last...
fitting. Combined that with her spray tan and bridal makeup and I felt like a million bucks on my wedding day. The full package experience is worth every penny.
AvatarA
2/28/2026
I hired MaryLy for my daughter's graduation ceremony and dinner afterward in Norfolk. She did a clean, natural beat—nothing too heavy—and styled her hair in a sleek straight look t...
hat held up in the heat. My daughter felt confident walking across that stage and that's all I cared about. Thank you MaryLy!
AvatarM
2/15/2026
Got a spray tan before my vacation and it looked so natural. No orange, no streaks. MaryLy knows what she's doing.
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2/15/2026
She did hair and makeup for my entire bridal party of nine in Virginia Beach. NINE people and we were still ahead of schedule. Every single person looked amazing and the styles com...
plemented each other without being matchy-matchy. My maid of honor has very different coloring from me and MaryLy adjusted everything perfectly for her skin tone. The fact that she kept us all calm and laughing while working that fast is honestly impressive. My wedding photos are proof—everyone looked incredible.
AvatarH
2/15/2026
Needed a fast turnaround for headshots in Norfolk. MaryLy prepped my skin, kept everything matte, and gave me a polished blowout. Photos came out great. Very professional.
AvatarL
2/15/2026
I'm not someone who wears a lot of makeup day to day so I was worried about looking like a different person for my rehearsal dinner in Chesapeake. MaryLy totally understood the ass...
ignment—she did a 'your skin but better' base with a little warmth on the eyes and a nude-pink lip. My fiancé said I looked like myself turned up to ten. She also gave me these soft waves that had just the right amount of bounce without looking pageant-y. I'd absolutely book her again for the wedding day.
AvatarJ
2/15/2026
Booked her for a baby shower in Virginia Beach. Quick, easy, beautiful. Soft curls, glowy skin, done in 45 minutes. Loved it.
AvatarE
2/15/2026
MaryLy did my hair and makeup for a charity gala in Norfolk and I was blown away. She gave me this gorgeous smoky eye with a champagne shimmer and styled my hair in a voluminous bl...
owout that had so much body. The look lasted from cocktail hour to the last dance. She's incredibly talented and I've already recommended her to three friends.
AvatarK
2/09/2026
Mariia was a lifesaver for my wedding!! My original makeup artist cancelled a month before my wedding and when I reached out she squeezed me in before her scheduled clients and the...
n had another artist (Olga) come assist as well. Olga was amazing and all of my girls including my mom and sister LOVED her! Both girls are genuinely so sweet and want you to feel your best. Mariia made me feel stunning and I love that the makeup was catered towards me and what I wanted, especially the custom lashes... LOVED! If I have any future events, I will be running to Mariia!
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2/08/2026
I'm a repeat client at this point. MaryLy has done my makeup and hair for three events now—always flawless, always on time, always exactly what I asked for. She listens, she delive...
rs, and she makes you feel like the best version of yourself. Book her before she's fully booked.
AvatarE
2/08/2026
Engagement photos in Norfolk—MaryLy matched my vision perfectly. Glowing skin, a soft pink lip, and romantic loose waves. The makeup looked natural on camera and my hair moved beau...
tifully in the wind. My fiancé couldn't stop staring. She's booking up fast, so don't wait.
AvatarA
2/08/2026
I needed glam for a holiday party in Virginia Beach and MaryLy delivered. She gave me a festive burgundy lip, shimmery lids, and voluminous curls that felt special without being ov...
er-the-top. The look lasted through dinner, drinks, and dancing.
AvatarM
1/31/2026
Booked MaryLy for a winter formal in Norfolk. She gave me a sultry smoky eye, nude lip, and a sleek low ponytail that stayed smooth through dancing. The makeup didn't crease or fad...
e, and I got compliments all night. She's talented and easy to work with.
AvatarB
1/31/2026
I had a sweet sixteen party in Chesapeake and MaryLy made my daughter feel like a star. The makeup was glowy and youthful, and the curls lasted all night. She was patient with a ne...
rvous teen and made the whole process fun. Worth every penny for the confidence boost alone.
AvatarL
1/31/2026
Corporate headshots in Virginia Beach—MaryLy prepped my skin so there was zero shine under studio lights. She kept the makeup neutral but defined, and styled my hair in a sleek blo...
wout that looked sharp and professional. My new headshots finally look like the version of me I want to put forward.
AvatarA
1/21/2026
I'm a mother of the groom and wanted to look elegant without competing with the bride. MaryLy gave me a sophisticated updo, soft neutral tones, and just enough definition to look p...
olished in photos. I felt beautiful and age-appropriate. She's thoughtful and professional.
AvatarA
1/21/2026
Bachelorette brunch in Norfolk—MaryLy did my glam and kept it fresh and fun. Dewy skin, a pop of color on the lips, and bouncy curls. It lasted through bottomless mimosas and group...
photos. She made the whole morning feel easy and special.
AvatarS
1/21/2026
I had a styled engagement shoot in Virginia Beach and wanted soft, romantic glam. MaryLy delivered with a peachy glow, feathered lashes, and beachy waves that moved beautifully on ...
camera. My fiancé said I looked unreal. The photos are everything I dreamed of.
AvatarM
1/15/2026
Booked MaryLy for a formal Navy ball in Norfolk. She gave me a classic red lip, defined eyes, and a sleek bun that stayed put through the night. Zero makeup transfer on my white gl...
oves. She respects military timing and shows up ready to work.
AvatarA
1/15/2026
I'm a bridesmaid in a military wedding in Chesapeake, and MaryLy coordinated looks for six of us. Everyone's undertones were matched perfectly, no one looked washed out, and the st...
yles complemented each other without being identical. We all looked polished and camera-ready.
AvatarJ
1/15/2026
Graduation photos in Norfolk—MaryLy made sure my makeup photographed well under harsh sunlight and kept my hair smooth despite the humidity. Natural glam that didn't look overdone....
The photos are frame-worthy and I felt confident the whole time.

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