Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty

Timeless Wedding Makeup & Hair -NY NJ CT & Beyond

Hudson Valley NY, NYC, NJ, CT, GLOBAL

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Bridal Makeup

Airbrush

Seasoned Professional

Booking Jessica St. John of Simply Elegant Beauty was one of the best decisions I made for my 10/04/2026 wedding. I was fortunate to have Jessica herself available, and from the very beginning she made me feel comfortable, supported, and confident. Her makeup artistry is truly exceptional — classic, timeless, and beautifully executed. She understood my vision immediately and brought it to life in a way that felt elevated yet still authentically me. Jessica also did makeup for my wedding party, and every single person looked gorgeous. She has a remarkable ability to enhance natural beauty while making each person feel special. My wedding party/family couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful they felt. I highly recommend booking a makeup trial with Jessica. Working together ahead of time helped us refine my look, and even my fiancé (now husband) was amazed at how elegant and radiant I looked both after the trial and on the wedding day. I genuinely cannot imagine my wedding day without Jessica. Her talent, professionalism, and calming presence made such a difference - she's so calm that getting my makeup done was so RELAXING with her. I’m so impressed with her talent & technique that I’m already planning to take her makeup lessons. Thank you, Jessica, for being such an important part of my wedding day and for making me feel so beautiful and unforgettable.

Cristina R.

5.0

I loved working with Jessica on my bridal makeup. Her booking system made everything super easy and straightforward. She really understood what I wanted and knew how to keep my makeup minimal like I asked for while still making it feel special and photographing so well. It looked so good all the way until the end of the night too! She was also just super sweet and made it such a chill experience to keep me relaxed on my wedding morning. 10/10 recommend for anyone in the Hudson Valley/Catskills!

Kayla S.

5.0

Jessica St John

FOUNDER & LEAD MAKEUP ARTIST

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AWARD WINNER (9X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty is an award winning luxury bridal hair and makeup team serving New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, the Hudson Valley, Charlotte, South Florida, and destination weddings worldwide. Founded by Jessica St John, Lead Makeup Artist, Licensed Esthetician, and recipient of The Knot Hall of Fame and multiple Best of Weddings Awards, Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty has become known for creating timeless, refined beauty while delivering an elevated and personalized experience for every client. We believe your wedding day is not the day to wonder if your makeup will last, if your timeline is running behind, or if your beauty team understands your vision. Our mission is to provide a seamless experience that allows you to feel calm, confident, and fully present while we take care of every beauty detail. Our signature style is polished, radiant, and effortlessly elegant. Whether your vision is soft and romantic, naturally glowing, modern and editorial, or glamorous and sophisticated, each look is thoughtfully customized to enhance your natural features while ensuring you still feel completely like yourself. With over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry, Jessica and her carefully curated team are known not only for beautiful, long lasting hair and makeup, but also for the calming presence, professionalism, and genuine care they bring to every wedding morning. From intimate celebrations to large scale luxury weddings, private estates, and destination events, we proudly accommodate bridal parties of all sizes. We also offer beauty services for engagement sessions, bridal portraits, welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, farewell brunches, editorial projects, and wedding weekend events. Each artist on our team commits to only one wedding per day, allowing every client to receive the highest level of attention and service. With multiple teams available, we are able to accommodate several weddings and events on the same date while maintaining the exceptional experience we are known for. Luxury is not just beautiful hair and makeup. It is trust. It is knowing your beauty team will arrive prepared, keep your morning running smoothly, and make you feel cared for every step of the way. We are committed to creating an experience that feels effortless, elevated, and unforgettable from the moment you sit in our chair. If you are searching for a bridal beauty team that brings more than just talent, a team that brings experience, professionalism, calming energy, genuine care, and artistry you can trust, we would be honored to be part of your wedding day.

Woman-owned Business

15+ years in business

Speaks English

Small team (2-10 members)

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Beauty

Beauty Group Bookings

Hair Stylists

Hair Trials Available

Makeup

Airbrushed Makeup

Eyelash Extensions

Makeup Artists

Makeup Trials Available

Nails

On-Site Hair & Makeup

Spas

Facials

Tanning

Spray Tan

Teeth Whitening

Awards and Affiliations

9-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2026.2024.2023.+6 more.

Hall of Fame

Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.

Join couples who chose award-winning vendors for their wedding

Meet the team

Jessica St John

Founder & Lead Makeup Artist

Hi, I'm Jessica 🤍 As a licensed esthetician and professional makeup artist with over 15 years of experience, I have had the privilege of helping hundreds of brides feel beautiful during some of the most meaningful moments of their lives. My approach is rooted in the belief that the most beautiful bridal makeup enhances who you are rather than transforms you into someone else. I specialize in timeless, refined beauty with a skin first philosophy, creating radiant, polished looks that feel effortless, photograph beautifully, and most importantly, still feel like you. Beyond the makeup itself, I believe your wedding morning should feel calm, joyful, and completely stress free. From the moment you sit in my chair, my goal is for you to feel cared for, confident, and fully present so you can soak in every moment of your day. For larger bridal parties and select dates, I am supported by my carefully curated team of artists who share the same commitment to exceptional service, professionalism, and the elevated experience Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty is known for. It is truly an honor to play a small role in such an important chapter of your life, and I would love the opportunity to help bring your bridal vision to life. xoxo, Jessica

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Reviewers rave about Jessica and her Simply Elegant team for bridal beauty, praising their talent at creating natural, soft‑glam looks that photograph well and last all day. Clients note calm, professional, and organized service, punctuality, and seamless coordination with hair and vendors. Many recommend them for facials, bridal parties, and a stress‑free wedding morning.

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Nicole D

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6/01/2026

Jessica was exactly who I needed on my wedding day, both artistically and personally. From the moment I met Jessica, she listened and executed my vision. She was able to create the...

PERFECT soft glam look. I felt like I looked like myself, but elevated! Everyone was thrilled with the make up experience, including moms and grandmas. Jessica also knew exactly what I needed on the day emotionally. A few major things had gone wrong in the morning, and Jessica could pick up on my anxious energy. She was able to helps shift my mood and completely turn around my day. The wedding was incredible and I credit Jessica with helping me get to the headspace to fully be present and enjoy.

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 06/02/2026

Nicole, this truly means so much to me. 🤍 Thank you for such a thoughtful and heartfelt r...

eview. It was genuinely an honor to be part of your day. You handled so much with such grace, and I’m so grateful I was able to help bring a sense of calm and make you feel beautiful, confident, and fully present for such an important moment. Reading your words honestly touched me deeply. Thank you again for trusting me with your wedding day. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness. 🤍

Cristina R

10/11/2026

Booking Jessica St. John of Simply Elegant Beauty was one of the best decisions I made for my 10/04/2026 wedding. I was fortunate to have Jessica herself available, and from the ve...

ry beginning she made me feel comfortable, supported, and confident. Her makeup artistry is truly exceptional — classic, timeless, and beautifully executed. She understood my vision immediately and brought it to life in a way that felt elevated yet still authentically me. Jessica also did makeup for my wedding party, and every single person looked gorgeous. She has a remarkable ability to enhance natural beauty while making each person feel special. My wedding party/family couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful they felt. I highly recommend booking a makeup trial with Jessica. Working together ahead of time helped us refine my look, and even my fiancé (now husband) was amazed at how elegant and radiant I looked both after the trial and on the wedding day. I genuinely cannot imagine my wedding day without Jessica. Her talent, professionalism, and calming presence made such a difference - she's so calm that getting my makeup done was so RELAXING with her. I’m so impressed with her talent & technique that I’m already planning to take her makeup lessons. Thank you, Jessica, for being such an important part of my wedding day and for making me feel so beautiful and unforgettable.

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Kayla S

9/23/2026

I loved working with Jessica on my bridal makeup. Her booking system made everything super easy and straightforward. She really understood what I wanted and knew how to keep my mak...

eup minimal like I asked for while still making it feel special and photographing so well. It looked so good all the way until the end of the night too! She was also just super sweet and made it such a chill experience to keep me relaxed on my wedding morning. 10/10 recommend for anyone in the Hudson Valley/Catskills!

Jeannine G

8/26/2026

Jessica’s talent and attention to detail are incredible, but it was also her warmth and kindness that made the experience so memorable. My makeup was absolutely beautiful—elegant,...

natural, and exactly how I hoped I would look walking down the aisle. Ivy did my hair for my wedding day, and I couldn’t have been happier! She made me feel absolutely beautiful and created a style that was everything I had hoped for. My hair was elegant, romantic, and stayed perfect throughout the entire day. I’m so grateful they were both part of my wedding day and would recommend them without hesitation! Thank you ladies 🤗

Anjanette C

8/24/2026

Simply Elegant is absolutely AMAZING! I’ve personally had my makeup done by the owner and cannot say enough wonderful things about her talent, professionalism, and the experience s...

he creates for her clients. My makeup was absolutely flawless — beautiful, polished, and still felt like me. It photographed incredibly well, lasted throughout the entire event, and I received so many compliments. Beyond being incredibly talented, she is also such a warm, calming, fun person to have with you while you’re getting ready. She makes you feel comfortable from the moment you sit in her chair and truly listens to what you want. You can tell how much care she puts into Simply Elegant and the team she has built. I would absolutely trust Simply Elegant for bridal beauty and recommend them to anyone looking for a professional, talented and dependable beauty team for such an important day. If you want to feel confident, beautiful and completely taken care of, Simply Elegant is the team you want by your side. 🩷

Erica S

8/01/2026

Great to work with! the makeup lasted all day and everyone looked fabulous.

Jesse F

7/27/2026

Jessica helped me achieve my ideal wedding look seamlessly. She is very laid-back and that can be super helpful and calming on such a big day. She was open to trial changes (only w...

anted to change my lip color) and she did a wonderful job on my friends’ makeup as well. I would recommend Jessica, especially to locals in the Hudson Valley.

Jessica S

7/25/2026

Book with Jessica for your special day! She made me feel beautiful and executed exactly how I wanted to look. Very professional and answered my texts and emails in a timely manner....

My makeup along with my bridesmaids, mother and mother in law was flawless from morning to night. An absolutely wonderful experience!

Liz D

5/27/2026

Jessica was amazing to work with on my wedding day. She really took the time to understand my skin and knew exactly what would work best for me. She reassured me throughout the pre...

p process and made me feel so comfortable and confident. I don’t usually wear a lot of makeup, so it was really important to still feel like myself—and she absolutely nailed it. She enhanced everything so naturally and made me feel like the best version of myself. She was also so easy to get along with, incredibly attentive to detail, and made sure everything looked perfect. My makeup photographed beautifully and lasted all night. I couldn’t have been happier.

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 05/28/2026

Thank you so much, Liz 🤍 It was truly such an honor to be part of your wedding day. I’m s...

o happy you felt comfortable, confident, and still completely like yourself because that is always my goal with every bride. You were absolutely beautiful inside and out, and I loved enhancing your natural features in a way that felt effortless and timeless. Thank you for trusting me throughout the process and for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review. Wishing you both so much love and happiness in this next chapter ✨

tiffany c

2/09/2026

Jessica was absolutely amazing! She was so easy to coordinate and work with. I felt so beautiful and my make up was completely natural looking. Day of, there was zero stress, it wa...

s the most relaxing getting ready. All of my bridesmaids were also so happy. I highly recommend!!!!

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 02/09/2026

Tiffany, thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means the world to me. I loved be...

ing part of your wedding morning and I’m so happy you felt beautiful, calm, and taken care of. Knowing you and your bridesmaids enjoyed the experience makes me so grateful. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness 🤍

Julia S

1/17/2026

Run, don’t walk to book Jess and her team for the most gorgeous wedding makeup of your dreams! 🤍 One of the best decisions I made for my wedding was having Jess and her team do my...

bridal makeup and makeup for my bridal party. Jess brought my wedding makeup vision to life and made me feel the most beautiful inside and out. I also booked facials to prep my skin for wedding day with Jess, and I have never gotten so many compliments on how flawless and glowing my skin was - all thanks to Jess! She took the time to figure out what products worked best for my skin and talked with me in depth about what I liked and didn’t like for my wedding makeup vision. Jess and her team are incredibly kind, professional, comforting, and their techniques for skin prep and care and makeup application are luxurious and the most beautiful I have seen in the beauty industry. Everyone in my bridal party absolutely LOVED their skin prep and how their makeup looked on wedding day, and they raved about how much they loved Jess and team for making them all feel so pampered and beautiful. Thank you, Jess and team, x infinity for making me feel like the most beautiful bride inside and out! 🤍

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 02/09/2026

Julia, thank you so much for this incredible review. It truly means the world to me. I lov...

ed being part of your wedding journey, from skin prep to the big day, and I’m so happy you felt glowing, confident, and beautiful. Thank you for trusting me and my team with such a special moment. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness 🤍

Alexis U

10/17/2025

I cannot recommend Jessica enough! From start to finish, she was an absolute dream to work with. She’s incredibly kind, calm, and collected — exactly the energy you want around you...

on your wedding day. I’m not a full-glam makeup person and was nervous about not looking like myself, but Jessica completely understood my vision. During our trial, she took detailed notes and truly listened to my feedback. On the big day, she checked in with me at every step to make sure I was comfortable and happy with how everything looked. She arrived promptly, worked seamlessly alongside our photo, video, and hair teams, and kept the whole experience light, fun, and stress-free. I felt beautiful, confident, and most importantly, like myself. If you’re a bride looking for someone who’s talented, professional, and genuinely cares about bringing your vision to life — Jessica is your girl!

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 02/09/2026

Alexis, thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means the world to me. I loved wor...

king with you and I’m so happy you felt beautiful, comfortable, and still like yourself on your wedding day. Thank you for trusting me with such a special moment. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness 🤍

Simone U

9/06/2025

Jessica is super professional and talented! A total joy to work with. We hired her for a bridal party, and everyone was so happy with their results. Would recommend hiring!

Nicole H

9/05/2025

Jessica and her team were amazing! Everyone loved their pre makeup prep, our skin was glowing! Jessica perfectly executed a glamorous look and while still maintaining people’s natu...

ral beauty. Would highly recommend her!!

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 09/05/2025

Nicole, thank you so much for your beautiful words! ✨ It was such an honor to be part of y...

our wedding day and to glam you and your bridal party. I loved seeing everyone light up during the prep and watching your natural beauty shine through in such a radiant, elegant way. Your day was absolutely magical, and I’m so grateful I got to play a role in it. Wishing you and your husband endless love and happiness as you start this next chapter together! 💕

Tori H

7/30/2025

I had the pleasure of working with Jessica and her team for my wedding, and they did a great job. Jessica really listened to what I had in mind and made sure everything looked just...

right. My makeup held up all day and felt very natural and comfortable. She also did beautiful looks for my bridesmaids — each one complemented our overall style without feeling overdone. The whole team was calm, professional, and easy to be around, which helped make the morning feel relaxed and enjoyable. I’d absolutely recommend Jessica if you’re looking for someone reliable and talented.

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 09/05/2025

Tori, thank you so much for your kind words! ✨ It was such a joy to be part of your weddin...

g morning and to bring your vision to life. I loved creating your look and glamming your bridesmaids so that everyone felt radiant, comfortable, and true to themselves. I’m so grateful you trusted me and my team with such a special day, and it makes my heart full to know we helped make the morning feel relaxed and enjoyable. Wishing you and your husband endless happiness in this next chapter! 💕

Lexie H

2/03/2025

I had the pleasure of working with Jessica for my December 2024 wedding, and I couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out! From the moment we started, she was incredibly at...

tentive and listened to everyone's individual preferences. I wanted a soft-glam look that still felt natural, and she nailed it perfectly! She blended everything beautifully, enhancing my features without feeling heavy or overdone. What really stood out to me was her attention to detail. She took the time to ensure every single person was comfortable with their look. Everyone got exactly what they wanted and looked amazing! The makeup lasted through the ceremony and reception without needing any touch-ups. I was worried about it fading or smudging, but it stayed flawless throughout the night. I can’t recommend Jessica enough! I could not have asked for anyone better to work with on my wedding day!

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 09/05/2025

Lexie, thank you so much for this amazing review! 💕 It was such an honor to be part of yo...

ur December wedding and create the soft-glam look you envisioned. I’m so happy to hear that you and your bridal party felt comfortable, confident, and radiant all day long—and that your makeup lasted flawlessly through every moment! Your kind words mean so much, and I’m truly grateful you trusted me to be part of such a special day. Wishing you endless love and happiness in this next chapter! ✨

Jessica W

1/08/2025

Jessica is truly magical, there’s no two ways about it. I spent a year and a half planning a wedding from across the country, and was somehow fortunate enough to snag Simply Elega...

nt for myself and my bridesmaids. Jessica always communicated promptly, and was even kind enough to find time for a rather last minute makeup trial when I suddenly had dates for a final visit to our venue. Her home studio was beautiful; the trial helped me lock in exactly what I was looking for; and she brought every ounce of fun and professionalism from her private studio to the accommodations we were getting ready in. She arrived right on time for the big day, and immediately got to work setting up the perfect workspace for herself and the wedding party — finding the best light and area to set up in a sea of getting-ready chaos. More than anything, what truly stuck out about Jessica’s work, is her ability to enhance her client’s natural features. I wanted to look like my best self, and she absolutely delivered. Not only for me, but for my wonderful bridesmaids! She listened careful to each of their requests, made sure she knew exactly what sort of look they were comfortable with, and nailed it from the get go. She works efficiently but does not rush, has a gentle touch, and a fantastic personality. She immediately worked out a schedule with my hair vendor to make sure they used their time efficiently, and finished right on time, which brought some sorely needed peace of mind to a hectic day. Jessica knocked my wedding day make-up needs out of the park, and I couldn’t have possibly chosen better! I will always be beyond thankful I chose Simply Elegant for my big day, and you will be, too!

Rachel V

1/03/2025

Jessica was absolutely amazing!!! My makeup held up the entire day and night that by the end of the night you would think I had just gotten it done. I typically don’t wear a lot of...

makeup and wanted more of a natural look and she gave me exactly that but 1000x better than I could’ve even imagined. I had 14 girls getting their makeup done and not one felt rushed or unhappy with their makeup. All of my bridesmaids couldn’t stop talking about how much they loved their makeup. She made me feel amazing on my wedding day and I can’t recommend Jessica enough for your wedding day!

lindsay l

9/02/2024

Jessica is so good at what she does. All the girls got exactly what they wanted and looked stunning. The makeup held up through so much sweat and tears. 10 out of 10 would recommen...

Stephanie M

7/27/2024

Jessica is the most professional and talented makeup artist I have ever had the pleasure of hiring, she was worth every penny. Jessica is very welcoming, accommodating, and kind. S...

he took the time to sit with me to discuss my makeup choices, to go over my desired look, and had such great recommendations along the way. In addition to makeup services, Jessica did my microblading prior to my wedding, and it was the best decision I could have ever made. Getting your eyebrows tattooed is such a serious commitment but Jessica made the process so seamless! I wouldn’t think twice about hiring Jessica for any service for your next special event.

Deanna S

6/02/2024

Jessica was an amazing make-up artist and person to work with for my wedding. She did make-up for me, 4 bridesmaids, the mother of the bride, and mother of the groom. Jessica offer...

s make-up previews, which was exactly what I needed to get a better idea of what I wanted for the day. I was really concerned with not looking like myself, but I truly felt like the most beautiful bride on my wedding day. Jessica was able to balance a natural make-up look and still having full coverage. All of my bridesmaids usually do not wear a lot of make-up or they have sensitive skin. Some were a little nervous about the process, but Jessica was very open and communicative to make sure everyone was comfortable. In the end, they were all amazed at how much they loved their make-up! It photographed wonderfully! She managed to stay on time for all of the girls, and was willing to make day of adjustments on the fly! I would highly recommend booking Jessica for your event!

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 06/03/2024

Hi Deanna!! Thank you for your wonderful review! I'm thrilled that you were happy with th...

e make-up I provided for you and your bridal party. I'm so glad the make-up previews helped you feel confident and beautiful on your special day. It was a pleasure working with you all, and I appreciate your recommendation!!! XOXO With gratitude, Jessica St John

Larissa C

12/24/2023

Jessica is absolutely amazing. I had a formal gala to attend and Jessica was very patient as I explained to her my desired look. She created a perfect look that elevated my nat...

ural beauty without having heavy makeup. Everyone at the event was complimenting my makeup. The makeup looks perfect in professional photos as well as up close when talking with others. She took her time with my makeup to make sure my look was flawless and that I was confident the makeup was to my perfection. I look forward to having Jessica do my makeup for future events. I would definitely recommend Jessica for any event or wedding makeup!

Ashleigh T

12/01/2023

I am very impressed with Jessica and so glad I chose her as my makeup artist and skincare specialist for my wedding. Jessica did my makeup, makeup for two moms and two bridesmaids ...

for my October 2023 wedding. Not only was I thrilled with the makeup trial results, day of makeup and her ability to change looks the morning of, I also visited Jessica for facials leading up to the big day. She was very knowledgeable, applying individualized skincare and I was thoroughly impressed with what I called my “new face” post-facials. I also was impressed with the numerous certifications she had displayed in her space. I felt I was in good hands. Jessica’s in-home space was very tranquil and I left feeling relaxed and rejuvenated every time. I will absolutely visit her for skincare in the future. Lastly, as a teary bride, I want to highlight that I cried many happy tears while reading vows and my makeup did not show any signs of that at all! I would absolutely recommend Jessica!

Katelyn M

11/16/2023

Jessica is an amazing make up artist and is able execute a variety of different looks and techniques. She is professional, calm, and organized. She was able to make my entire brida...

l party and moms happy with their looks. Party went into 2am and my make up still looked flawless!

Lynn C

11/10/2023

Jessica is amazing to work with! If you need a bridal beauty expert, you need to work with her. Jessica did make up for me and my bridal party in October. I had a few trials to ...

see different looks and she was always so patient and easy to work with. Jessica listened to anything I wanted to try, and was always spot on. She really went above and beyond to make my makeup look perfect. I ended up going with a very glamorous look for my wedding day make up and it was everything I imaged. I received so many compliments on my make up. Jessica even tailored my strip eye lashes to expertly fit my eyes. She really did an amazing job. And everyone in my bridal party loved their makeup as well. No one needed to touch up their make up. Everything stayed in place perfectly. Overall it was just the best experience. I could not have worked with anyone better for make up on my wedding day. She is the best!!!

Sarah C

11/08/2023

We all loved working with Jessica! Everyone's makeup came out beautiful. She created the perfect soft glow, natural but elevated look that I wanted. She really took her time with e...

veryone to make sure everyone's look was flawless. Would definitely recommend!

Lindsey B

11/01/2023

Absolutely loved my wedding makeup! She took the time to make sure everything was perfect for me and my wedding party! I couldn’t have asked for anyone better!

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 11/04/2023

Lindsey, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure being a part o...

f your special day. I'm thrilled to hear that you loved your wedding makeup and that I could make everything perfect for you and your wedding party. Your satisfaction means the world to me. Congratulations once again, and I wish you a lifetime of happiness together!

Cali B

10/31/2023

Jessica did such an amazing job! She was punctual and efficiently did everyone's makeup on time. We all looked beautiful!! I would definitely hire her again for future events. ...

Jessica has a great demeanor, especially in the chaos of getting ready for a wedding. She is calm and was genuinely interested in her clients. Also, we were looking for a makeup artist last minute so Jessica definitely saved the day!

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 11/04/2023

Thank you so much for your kind words, it was an absolute pleasure being a part of your sp...

ecial day! I am so happy to hear that everyone loved their makeup and felt beautiful. I truly appreciate your compliments on my punctuality and calm demeanor. Thank you again for choosing me as your makeup artist!

Kayla S

8/29/2023

I cannot say enough amazing things about Jessica! Not only was she easy to work with but she made me and my bridal party feel our absolutely best selves. Not to mention it was over...

90 degrees out the day of my wedding and my makeup stayed in tact ALL DAY. She is wonderful and you will NOT be disappointed by her talent!

Response from Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty on 09/06/2023

Dear Kayla, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to write this am...

azing review! I am thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience with me and that I was able to make you and your bridal party feel your absolute best on your special day. I understand how important it is for makeup to stay in place, especially in hot weather, so I'm happy to know that your makeup stayed intact throughout the entire night. Your satisfaction means the world to me, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of your wedding day. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness! Xo -Jessica st john

Amanda D

6/09/2023

I cannot recommend Jessica enough! I reached out to Jessica to do my make up for my bonus daughter’s wedding, Jessica was super accommodating with the date & time I needed. I’ve ne...

ver had my make up professionally done before and didn’t know what type of look I wanted. Jessica talked to me about different ideas and helped me figure out my style and what would look best. When she was finished, I was blown away with how perfect it looked! The wedding day was super hot and my make up lasted all day & night, you couldn’t even tell my face was red from being hot. I received so many compliments on my make up and I truly felt so beautiful because of Jessica! Jessica is so talented, professional, kind & accommodating. I would highly recommend her to any brides, mother of brides, or anyone who needs their make up done for any occasion. Thank you Jessica for making me feel so beautiful and for helping me decide what would look best on me.

Kait S

2/20/2023

Jessica was the perfect choice for my wedding day. She was always responsive leading up to the wedding day, which made planning very easy. She was able to accommodate several diffe...

rent make-up styles for me, my bridesmaids, and my mom and mother-in-law and everyone loved their look! The make-up that she did for me lasted my entire wedding day and wore well into the evening. My pictures came out stunning and I received compliments on my make-up specifically all day! I could not have been more happy with my choice to work with her. And if I ever need make-up for other events in the future she will be the first person I reach out to.

Lindsay M

2/09/2023

I cannot recommend Jessica enough! I had originally seen another makeup artist for wedding trail prior and my makeup was melting off roughly 2 or 3 hours after the trial (I have oi...

ly skin). We did a 2nd trial with modifications and it still didn’t hold up. Jessica was recommended to me and I explained my concerns to her and she knew exactly how to apply makeup for my skin type! I didn’t have to blot once for my 14 hour wedding day and that is unheard of for me. I got SO many compliments and best of all I didn’t feel like my face makeup was weighing me down. She really enhanced my natural beauty and I genuinely felt absolutely beautiful!

bernice h

11/18/2022

Jessica was personal puntual and professional. Her job was flawless , beautiful and perfect. Made an old lady look like a goddess. Thank you Jessica for making look absolutely the ...

most gorgeous mother of the groom.

Krystina R

11/09/2022

Jessica did an amazing job on the bridal party! Everyone had different skin tones, and she did a wonderful job on color match. We all felt beautiful and makeup lasted all day ! Th...

ank you so much !

Meghan K

9/20/2022

Jessica is amazing to work with and so talented! From my makeup trial to my wedding day, she was super helpful and happy to answer any questions, make recommendations and offer gre...

at skin care tips to make sure your skin is perfect for your big day. The face scrub she recommended has literally cured my dry skin. She does beautiful work that doesn't make you feel overly done-up. She enhances your natural beauty, which is exactly the look I was going for for my wedding. She also did my maid of honor, my mom, and several family members, and we all received countless compliments on how beautiful, yet natural, we all looked. Highly recommend.

Jessica M

9/15/2022

Jess did such a wonderful job on myself, as well as the rest of my bridesmaids’ makeup. All the girls in the party looked beautiful. She was very prompt and didn’t leave any detail...

unnoticed. Definitely book her for your wedding!

Jennie S

8/31/2022

A friend of mine recommended Jessica for my wedding in Kerhonkson, and honestly, so so glad she did. I came into the trial with absolutely no idea what I wanted, and felt so confid...

ent she would do an incredible job just from a few minutes of speaking with her - and she certainly did not disappoint. I played a soccer game in the rain after getting my make up done, and much to my surprise, it still looked incredible - she’s a true artist. On the day of my wedding, she showed up early and very prepared. She was a calming presence in the chaos of a hectic day, and got along with everyone so well. She is friendly, easy to talk to, and so accommodating to the changing needs of the wedding party. The make up itself looked gorgeous and photographed so well. She truly is a professional and able to pull off so many different looks. Would recommend to friends, family, or anyone looking for a job well done.

Danielle F

7/26/2022

Jessica was so amazing on my wedding day! Me and my bridesmaids makeup came out incredible! She did a soft glam look for us and it was flawless and lasted all day in 97 degree heat...

!!!! Not only was the makeup beautiful but she was an absolute pleasure to have on my wedding day! She was so sweet and kind and so easy to work with!! Jessica made my wedding day amazing!

Sarah G

6/08/2021

Jessica and her assistant America did the makeup for my bridal party (11 ladies in total)! Everyone looked absolutely gorgeous! Jessica was beyond amazing for my trial and wedding...

day. I had a few last minute changes and she was extremely accommodating. She went above and beyond to ensure all of my wedding party was happy with their makeup and took her time to really make that happen. I was fortunate enough to have Jessica attend my wedding so she was there for any last minute touch ups. Highly recommend Jessica!

Erin M

11/20/2019

I thoroughly enjoyed working with Jessica for my wedding. Everyone looked flawless the entire evening. I had wanted a very elegant and natural glow for my wedding and she executed ...

my vision perfectly. She listens closely and uses her exceptional talent as a makeup artist to make you look phenomenal. There were never any moments when I felt like we were not on the same page. Communication was easy and she was very intuitive. I would highly recommend her to anyone getting married or going to any special event or even a red carpet! There are makeup artists and then there is Jessica. She's in a whole other class compared to the majority of "makeup artists" out there. Book her, you won't regret it.

Brittney W

10/30/2019

Jess is AMAZINGGG! She is one of the most, if not, THE most, thorough makeup artist I’ve ever worked with. She is so attentive to detail and works incredibly hard at what she does....

She masters anything from a soft/natural look to a super glam look. She takes her time, yet stays on task. She never lets a client feel rushed, in fact she always leaves each client feeling educated about their skin, gives tips on beauty products, and she tailors each client’s makeup inspiration photo perfectly to THEM. Jess is so amazing to be around. She takes time to get to know all of her clients, and you feel fully taken care of when you’re in her chair. I’ve had the pleasure of Jess doing my very own makeup and it was FLAWLESS. She has done my lashes many times, and has also microbladed my eyebrows (which I’m still obsessed with, and it’s been one full year since having them done). I trust her with EVERY beauty service. She is an absolute expert in this field!

Samantha C

10/29/2019

Jess made me look and feel absolutely beautiful on my wedding day! She first did my makeup for my bridal shower and killed it! I was that much more excited for my wedding day knowi...

ng I was going to look flawless on my big day. She puts so much time and effort into making sure you feel beautiful and look your absolute best! I can’t wait to use her for any upcoming events I have!

Marissa S

10/29/2019

Jessica was the best to work with! Everyone in the bridal party got their makeup done and loved it! Everyone looked amazing all night long. I would recommend Jessica for any bride!

Jeannie M

10/29/2019

Look no further.. Jessica is an amazing artist! I have used her several times.. my son’s wedding, for microblading and recently a make-up lesson... she was punctual and profession...

al... make-up is as natural as can be.. lasts all day! I never got so many compliments when she did my make-up for my son’s wedding... the bride, bridesmaids!! I would Definitely recommend Simply elegant beauty for all your make-up and beauty needs... next it’s an eyelash lift and a facial!!!

Stephanie F

10/24/2019

Ladies look no further Simply Elegant Beauty and her team are amazing! I have been seeing Jessica for lashes and micro-blading for over 2 years now and I have always been beyond ha...

ppy with her work so it was a no brainer for me when I chose her to do my wedding makeup! Jessica came with her assistant America on the day of the wedding. They showed up on time and ready to work! Jessica is one of the sweetest and most talented individuals I have ever met. She makes you feel super comfortable and takes her time to make sure that you are 100 % happy and satisfied with the end results! I truly felt so beautiful on my wedding day and was extremely happy with my makeup! All of my girls, my mother in law and my aunt were so happy with their makeup as well! Ladies I promise you that if you choose Jess and her team you will not be disappointed! Jessica thank you so much again for truly making me feel like a princess on my wedding day! xoxo

Sarah S

10/23/2019

I had makeup done by Jess for my brother's wedding and just knew I needed her for mine! She did my bridal makeup this past weekend and it was flawless. I chose airbrush makeup and ...

it was incredibly light and durable! Jess was so gentle and the process was comfortable. The individual lashes lasted really well, I didn't even feel them! I will absolutely be using her the next time I need professional make up done ❤🥰

Kelly A

10/10/2019

Amazing! Jessica and her assistant makeup artist, America did the make up for my whole bridal party and I (total of 13 ladies). Everyone looked absolutely stunning! Jessica is not ...

only extremely talented but also such a sweet person! She made getting ready for my wedding day so much fun! My makeup lasted all night! All my bridesmaids loved her and wanted her contact info. I’ve been going to Simply Elegant Beauty for 2 years for facials, lash extensions, microblading, etc... Jessica does it all and is dedicated to her quality work. I highly recommend her!

Kelsey P

10/09/2019

Jessica was fantastic! On my wedding day she did 7 women, plus me. Everyone's makeup turned out beautiful, and everyone was so happy with how they looked! She did different style...

s for everyone based on their preference. I LOVED my makeup - we took the two trials we did, and sort of combined them into a perfect look. Jessica was super professional , amazing at what she does, and a wonderful person to work with. I would highly recommend her!

Kristie H

10/07/2019

I would highly recommend Jessica for makeup I got tons of compliments and felt like a flawless version of myself day of! She listens to exactly what you want and is very profession...

al and talented. She also helped me prep before the wedding with facials,lashes & microblading my skin felt amazing every service I’ve received from her is amazing!

Jody C

10/07/2019

Five stars is just not enough to rate Jessica. Jessica is always on time, she gives you her undivided attention and extremely talented as well as a perfectionist. I am terrible at ...

doing makeup and have had my makeup done by others and went home immediately and washed my face. When Jessica did my makeup she took into account my aging skin, my features and my coloring. She knew exactly what features to play up and how to minimize imperfections. It was simply perfect, I looked better than I have ever looked. She is kind and sweet and client centered. I have recommended her to friends and believe me you have to be fabulous for me to recommend you. Don’t waste your time going to anyone else, Jessica is THE BEST.

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