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Bridal Makeup Artists
Simply Elegant Bridal Beauty provides the most exceptional Make-up Services in the tri-state area, including Westchester, Garrison and Hudson Valley. Traveling to your home or special venue for quality make-up services for your wedding or special event. Jessica strives to make her clients happy and feel beautiful from the inside out! We specialize in weddings, working with each bride to collaborate and create a style that is all her own and makes her feel like the best version of her self and exceptionally beautiful on the most special day of her life. Whether the look is natural, a look to go with a theme or era, very glamorous, or even edgy, we strive to execute each brides unique style individually.
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Jessica is highly praised as a talented and professional makeup artist for weddings. She is described as accommodating, communicative, and skilled in enhancing natural features, with a focus on creating flawless, long-lasting looks. Reviewers commend her for delivering stunning makeup for brides, bridesmaids, and mothers, ensuring each person's comfort and satisfaction. Her work is highlighted for photographing beautifully and lasting throughout the day, even in hot weather. Jessica's professionalism, talent, and the personalized experience she provides make her a top choice for wedding makeup services.Review photos
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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 offers 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 the Vendor on 06/03/2024
Hi Deanna!!
Thank you for your wonderful review! I'm thrilled that you were happy with the 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
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 Elegant 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!
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!
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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 recommend!
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. She 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.
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 natural 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!
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!
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 bridal party and moms happy with their looks.
Party went into 2am and my make up still looked flawless!
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!!!
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 everyone to make sure everyone's look was flawless. Would definitely recommend!
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 the Vendor on 11/04/2023
Lindsey,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure being a part of 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!
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 the Vendor on 11/04/2023
Thank you so much for your kind words, it was an absolute pleasure being a part of your special 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 demea...
nor. Thank you again for choosing me as your makeup artist!
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 the Vendor on 09/06/2023
Dear Kayla,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to write this amazing 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
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 never 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.
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 different 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.
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 oily 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!
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.
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 ! Thank you so much !
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 great 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.
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!
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 confident 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.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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 knowing 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!
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!
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 professional... 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!!!
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 happy 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
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 ❤🥰
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!
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 styles 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!
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 professional 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!
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.
Jess and her assistant America did a fabulous job on the makeup for my wedding! I am not a daily makeup wearer so I wanted something light but elegant. Previous to contacting Jess, I went to a makeup trial with another local artist. I left the other trial with layers of makeup on. All I wanted to do on my drive home was wash my face! When I explained what I wanted to Jess she listened and delivered exactly what I asked for! Her makeup was light and gorgeous! It is obvious that Jess is extremely knowledgeable about makeup and skin care. Jess also does facials and other skin services to help keep your skin clear and glowing. I would definitely recommend hiring Jess as your wedding makeup artist!
This wonderful woman deserves more than 5 stars. I was so lucky to find Jess and her awesome talent. Her and her partner (because there were too many of us) America did a wonderful job getting everyone done and making everyone look amazing on my wedding day. Not only did my makeup look the best it ever has in its life but since the beginning Jess helped me get my acne under control. My acne has been the worst and so hard to control. With her skilled help and my dermatologist they both made my skin flawless (literally has never been) for my wedding day and although it is only a few weeks after it still looks amazing today. She is so skilled that not only does Jess do makeup but also does a number of other skin care and beauty things. I took advantage of her microderm abrasion and chemical peels but thats not even all she offers. Everything she does is very clean and professional. Thank you Jess for not only the makeup but all the extra work you put in to help me for my wedding day.
Jessica is simply amazing at what she does! She has provided me with many services over the last two years and I have never been disappointed. Recently she did my makeup for my engagement shoot and I was blown away. You know you have a very talented person when you can say to them “ Just do what you do best, I trust you because you are amazing at what you do!” I absolutely loved my outcome and I am so happy that I choose Jessica to make me look and feel beautiful on my wedding day! Trust me ladies you will not be disappointed at all choosing Simply Elegant Beauty and allowing Jessica to work her magic on you. Thank you Jess for always making me look and feel beautiful! I highly recommend her!
I got married in 2015, and Jessica did my makeup. I have struggled wiyh congested skin my whole life, along with having dark circles around my eyes. Jessica did the most incredible job on my special day, and my skin looked flawless! I wanted a very natural look, and she really took her time, made me feel and look beautiful. I still continue to see Jessica and use many of her services. She is hands down the best, and the most loving person. She made my wedding day a dream come true!
Jessica at Simply Elegant Beauty is by far the best makeup artist in the Hudson Valley area. I have used Jessica on multiple occasions for weddings and other celebratory events. She is always professional, passionate, punctual, and truly listens to what her client wants. She has created looks for me that go from natural to glam and each look is so meticulously created. If you’re looking to be the most beautiful version of yourself, look no further than Simply Elegant Beauty! Thank you Jessica!
Jessica was amazing to work with. It was easy to communicate with her through email for the time leading up to the wedding. I had two trials with her over the span of a year, and she was very accommodating with wanting to try new looks until I was totally satisfied. She also did makeup for 7 of my bridesmaids. Her price is very reasonable. She offers airbrush foundation and individual lashes, which every elegant bride will want. Her personal attitude is cheerful, and bubbly, while her work ethic is strong, talented, and committed. All my ladies and I looked fabulous thanks to Jessica, and I would recommend her in a heartbeat.
Absolutely loved how my makeup came out and so did everyone else. I’ve had my makeup done a couple times and every time it comes out flawless! Jess has done some wedding glam on me that came out just as stunning in pictures as it was in person. My absolute favorite though was when we did a bit more of a dramatic look with jewels to decorate my face that left myself and the other wedding guest mesmerized!
I have had the opportunity to work with Jessica on numerous occasions. Each time she impressed me more and more. I have been fortunate enough to use her for weddings, photo shoots and many other special occasions. Each time she executes my
Vision to perfection and other times styles my makeup suggesting styles that work perfectly for each event. I feel greatful to have found her and look forward to using her for many other events !
After looking online at a lot of makeup artists who left brides looking entirely unlike themselves, I was really nervous about getting a makeup artist. My friend sent me a photo from her wedding trial and I immediately booked Jessica for mine. She did an amazing job, and left my bridal party and I looking like ourselves - only fancier :) she was great to work with from start to finish! I looked great, my makeup stayed on all night and she also kept me calm throughout the morning. Thanks Jessica!!
Jessica was a gem to work with. She was prompt and during the process of having my makeup done was considerate in asking me how I liked it so far and if she wanted me to make any tweeks. I've worked with Jessica numerous times and she's always done a great job. Would highly recommend?
Jessica did makeup for my wedding for myself and my bridal party. She wasn’t amazing from start to finish. At my trial she was very attentive and took the time to sit with me and discuss the perfect look. On my wedding day, we ran a little behind due to some of the girls running late and being unsure of how they wanted their makeup done. Jessica remained professional throughout the whole process and directed everyone to what would look best, not to mention she finished us all on time and did not make us feel rushed at all. This is my second time having Jessica do my makeup for a wedding and I know next time I need my makeup done, she will be my first call.
Jessica was amazing to work with! She was very professional and gave me the exact look I asked for. She made me feel absolutely beautiful on my wedding day. I would highly suggest using her to achieve your perfect wedding day look!
Jessica did my makeup along with the rest of my bridal party , my mom and grandma. She was on time, professional, and listened to what we wanted. Our makeup stayed on all night and looked amazing. It was a July wedding, in an non-air conditioned church and even the heat couldn't take our makeup off. We received so many compliments. She was amazing! Even at my trial Jessica took her time to make sure that I was happy with everything. I HIGHLY recommend her.
I cannot thank Jessica enough for how gorgeous she made me on my wedding day! I typically don't like getting my makeup done because I don't feel that I look like myself but Jessica is the exception. My makeup was absolutely flawless, I felt beautiful but still felt like myself. She really listened to what I wanted and recommended a few things I wasn't sure of but I trusted her and it added so much to my look. I have never felt prettier in my life! In addition, every single one of my bridesmaids loved their makeup!
Jessica did SUCH an amazing job on every single one of my bridesmaids and myself. I could not be more thankful for her patience in dealing with my mom and mother in law during the trial process and her work on our wedding day was fantastic. She went above and beyond on everything. I can't wait to have another event to use her again.
Absolutely beautiful! Jessica is so talented and helped all of us look natural and feel great for my wedding in September 2017. Working with her to schedule a trial was a breeze and discussing how I would like my makeup to be was an easy conversation. On the wedding day, Jessica showed up on time and worked with myself and the bridesmaids individually to help achieve to look we all wanted. It was a pleasure working with Jessica, Highly recommend!
My fiance and I both live in NYC and decided to get married in Middletown, NY. My wedding coordinator had used Jessica for her own wedding and highly recommended her. When I looked at Jessica's website and saw the pictures of her work, I knew that she was the makeup artist that I wanted for my wedding. Fortunately, Jessica was available on my wedding date and was able to schedule a trial within weeks from our initial conversation. I do not wear heavy makeup at all and wanted a natural look but still wanted to be a bit "done up" given that it was my wedding. When I met with Jessica, I brought in inspiration pictures, and she captured exactly the look I wanted. I could not have been more happy with how my makeup came out for our wedding.
Additionally, my bridesmaids all of which were of different skin tones, are still raving about Jessica and how beautiful they felt after getting their makeup done. We have all been in multiple weddings and all agree that Jessica is the best makeup artist that we have worked with. It is very difficult to find someone that can understand the nuances of working with different skin tones. I wish Jessica lived closer to the city, so that I can use her for every event I have. I highly recommend working with Jessica, and booking quickly as she does tend to book up far in advance.
I did a makeup trial with Jessica for my wedding and instantly knew she was the one and booked her as soon as I left! She listened to everything I wanted and the look I was going for the day of my wedding! When the day came she made me feel so comfortable and nailed my makeup as well as my bridesmaid and mom! Even our guests were complimenting how amazing our makeup looked!! It makes such a big difference when you find someone who truly listens and even surpasses all your expectations!! Jessica is amazing and her work will blow you away!!
Jessica did makeup for me (bride), my two bridesmaids, and my mom on 4/8/17. I couldn't be more thrilled with how everything turned out!
From the very first e-mail exchange to the followup communication making sure everything was the way we had planned, Jessica was the picture of professionalism. She is organized, efficient, and able to clearly convey important information. Jessica was also very attuned to my desires and made my vision become a reality. I felt so calm in her capable hands, because I knew everything would turn out the way I wanted!
I simply cannot recommend Jessica enough. She loves what she does and this shows through in her talent and professionalism. Book her!
Jessica is amazingly talented and such a sweetheart. During my makeup trial she really understood the look I wanted, and even checked in a week later to make sure I was happy with the trial and see if there was any changes I had for my wedding day.
I wanted makeup that was soft and romantic and still made me look like myself. She really took the time to listen to what I envisioned, even looking at a few inspiration pictures, and really nailed it.
She made me feel so beautiful on my wedding day and all my bridesmaids looked gorgeous -- and they couldn't stop talking about how great Jessica is! As a bonus, she's also super sweet and relaxed, which is great to have around on your wedding day which can get pretty crazy!
Jessica is not only incredibly gifted and talented at what she does, but she is also such a pleasure to work with! She made the morning of my sister's wedding even more special, and ensured that each of us were given individualized makeup applications that were both cohesive as a bridal party, but still tailored to our own specific style.
We are still getting compliments on our makeup almost six months later, and I doubt that will change anytime soon! I cannot say enough positive things about our experience with Jessica. If I could hire her as my personal makeup artist, I absolutely would!
Jessica is one of the most talented make up artists I have ever met! My makeup for my wedding was more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. She also did my bridesmaids makeup as well as my mothers. Everyone was amazed with how professional, and intuitive she is. You can show her a picture, or tell her what you're thinking and she creates beauty! I can not say enough amazing things about her, I recommend her for ANY event you want to look fabulous for!
Thank you so much!
Sara 8/5/17
I really enjoyed working with Jess. She's very intuitive about makeup and adapts your every day look into something more glam for your wedding day. I had to do very little explaining to get her to come up with the perfect style right off the bat in my very first trial. She's professional, timely, communicative, organized, and came well-recommended by other vendors in the area.
Jessica and America did an amazing job doing all the make upfor my 9 bridesmaids, mother, mother in law and myself. I am not a person who wears any make up besides masacara on occasions. Jessica listened to my requests and was able to really enhance my features without making me feel like I had too much on. All of the wedding party enjoyed chatting with them. The timing for everyone worked out well and we all are happy customers!
Jessica is absolutely amazing and so talented. She absolutely nailed my wedding day makeup, even when I asked her to change a bunch of things from the trail on the wedding day! My makeup was flawless and my bridesmaids all looked perfect as well! Jessica is so super talented and did exactly what I asked her to! My wedding day makeup was everything I wanted but didn't know how to describe, she read my mind!!!! And to top it all off, Jessica is an absolute sweetheart!
Jessica is absolutely amazing. She is so sweet and you can tell she enjoys what she does. My bridesmaids, mother, mother in law and myself looked perfect! Our makeup stayed perfect the entire day.
I'd highly recommend Jessica and Simply Elegant Beauty for your wedding day beauty needs. Jessica was professional, attentive, and a pleasure to work with. I truly appreciated how much she listened to my requests and followed the look I was going for. I was extremely happy with the final result and wouldn't hesitate for a moment to recommend Jessica to friends.
Jessica and her team are FABULOUS!!!!! Being a bride was the best time of my life. I was really nervous about finding the perfect make-up team because I have been in so many weddings and have had some awkward experiences. At first I was nervous, but Jessica's knowledge and experience put me at ease from the first minute I was in her chair for my trial. I would highly recommend simply beauty to all brides and Bridal parties. She took my vision and made it more beautiful then I could have ever imagined. She took her time to make sure everyone including my flower girl was happy. She even was able to supply my bridal crew with lipsticks!! My make-up lasted my entire wedding and my guests are still talking about how amazing my make up was. I hope to be able to use Jessica for upcoming events.
I have received more compliments on my makeup from my wedding day than I ever could imagine! Jessica came highly recommended by my hair stylist. From the second I reached out to Jessica about makeup, I was put at ease and felt totally comfortable with her and the entire process. Jessica worked one on one with me to set up a trial visit and gently and lovingly took me from an excited bride who NEVER wore makeup to a confident wife who wears makeup daily...I even get lashes put on monthly with Jessica now! And I LOVE it! The day of my wedding she arrived, on site, early with EVERYTHING she needed and more...down to her own lighting to ensure for a successful experience. Her kindness and compassion put not only me, the bride, at ease but all of my wedding party as well. We had arranged ahead of time to manage time with how many of 'my girls' wanted to get their makeup done. As soon as everyone saw what a beautiful job Jessica did...more
of the wedding party wanted to have their makeup done. Jessica didn't miss a beat and was able to meet EVERY need that was brought her way. I am truly grateful for her skill and talent! She helped me to feel so beautiful on my wedding day! After the wedding I met with Jessica to learn more about the basics of makeup. We had a good laugh at the fact that I didn't even own makeup! Jessica taught me how to apply makeup and even went so far as to create a list of supplies she recommended for my personal needs....right down to which brushes are used for which makeup. We scheduled another appointment for Jessica to teach me how to use the makeup I purchased I currently am a client of hers for eyelash extensions. I felt so beautiful on my wedding day that I wanted to continue to learn more and work with Jessica to continue that feeling of confidence with makeup and lashes. I am absolutely at a loss for words when I try to describe how impressed I am with Jessica...because I know word can't do justice for her talent! If you are looking for someone who will make you feel comfortable, who will work with your schedule for both the trial and the big day, and who will become one of your biggest cheerleaders to educate you about makeup and being the most beautiful person inside and out-then Jessica Holtz is the woman you are looking for! When I grow old and reflect on my wedding day I have no doubt that I will remember how amazing Jessica was to me! It is without hesitation that I recommend her to you for absolutely stunning wedding makeup! Thank you, Jessica, for being you! I am blessed to have had you be a part of my big day! :)
Being a makeup artist myself, and not getting married local to where I live, I was nervous that I didn't have a good referral in the NY area. I reached out to numerous artists and wasn't all that excited about them. I came across Jessica's page and LOVED her work! She then sent me her pricing list which was perfect for my bridesmaids. Her work was flawless and everyone loved her. I also had her do my eyelash extensions in her home studio, two days before the wedding. She is very quick and precise with her work. Her home studio is gorgeous, and she was so friendly and fun to work with. I would hands down refer her to anyone that gets married in the NY area! Thank you Jessica!!!
Jessica did my makeup (trial + wedding day) for my wedding. She did an amazing job on my makeup and also my bridesmaids' makeup. She's patient, kind and incredibly talented! She's very punctual, she finished ahead of schedule so that we had plenty of time for photos before the ceremony. Thank you, again and again, Jess! <3
When planning a wedding there are so many details you are presented with and you want to make sure to get them all right. I felt pressure choosing a makeup artist because after all, I am the ride and I must look my best. I am so glad I chose Jessica from Simply Elegant Beauty to do my makeup along with my bridal party. My worries were laid to rest at my trial. Jessica was friendly, attentive to my wants and clearly more than capable. She is extremely talented and organized. I looked like the beautiful bride I had envisioned and my makeup lasted all night long. I highly recommend her and feel very grateful to have chosen Jessica to be a part of my special day.
I found Simply Elegant Beauty after searching makeup artists online. I don’t usually wear a lot of makeup so I was looking for very natural styles. After checking out the website I knew Jessica would be a perfect fit. We spoke on the phone about my usual beauty routine and set up a trial. She listened to everything I wanted and totally delivered. Jessica is super sweet and clearly knows what she is doing. On my wedding day my makeup was done perfectly. It looked exactly how it looked at the trial and I couldn’t have been happier. In addition to my makeup looking great, it lasted all day and night. I would recommend Jessica to anyone looking to have makeup done for any occasion!
Jessica was the first person I did a trial with and loved her. Before I met with her I struggled with acne and really dry skin. Not only was the makeup awesome during the trial but I felt like I was finally getting answers to help my skin. I went to her for regular facials up until my wedding. I had her do my makeup for my bridal shower, lash extensions for my wedding, and of course on my wedding day. She really listens to what you want and what you are comfortable with. She did my mother's makeup for my wedding who was hesitant and nervous, but Jessica made my mom look stunning and my mom loved it. I am definitely calling Jessica for my next special event!
Jessica not only is incredible talents at what she does but she is professional anda sweet heart to boot! She flawlessly did everyone's make up on my wedding day October 1 2016. She catered to everyones specific wants and needs. She honestly made me look perfect. I highly recommend her for your next event! Xo
From the moment I talked to Jessica on the phone I knew she was the perfect person for me and my special day. Jessica was always available, understanding, informative, and helpful. We had two makeup trials, one of which she coordinated with my hair stylist so I could see everything put together. She listened to what I wanted and made suggestions that were on point. Jessica did not just my make-up but 6 bridesmaids and 2 moms and everyone looked stunning. Jessica even fit my sister in last minute which was a life saver. Jessica is insanely talented and truly one of the sweetest, most genuine people I have ever met. She made me feel the most beautiful I have ever felt and I would absolutely go to her for any of my makeup needs in the future.
Jessica is so talented and loves what she does... which is exactly the reason why I knew she would be perfect to help my bridesmaids and I look our best on my special day. She works with you to find your best look, and will do whatever she can to make you comfortable and fabulous at the same time! She came recommended to me through my sister-in law who used her for her wedding, and I hope I can recommend her the same way through this review to someone else! Her prices are very reasonable and she is flexible to get the job done perfectly. Thank you Jessica!
Jessica is amazing! She did the makeup for 4 of my bridesmaids, my mother, and me, and did an absolutely phenomenal job. Not just one, but several people told me afterward that they thought it was the best makeup job they've ever seen. Not only did Jessica make us all beautiful, but she was a pleasure to be around during the process. Even though she had another obligation the day of my wedding, she never rushed any of us. She was professional and incredibly sweet. I highly recommend her for anyone who wants to be the most beautiful they've ever been on their wedding day.
I am so grateful to have had Simply Elegant Beauty work with me for my wedding day. Jessica was booked solid, but offered a trial with America. (I had so many trials before this & was now 2 months from my wedding, eek!!) I was so stressed, but as soon as I met America, my nerves calmed down. She is so down to earth & welcoming! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE her work, too! She asked me what I preferred & made a few suggestions to help. She gave me the exact look I was going for, for my wedding day. I also did not have to touch up a thing the entire day/night! (Make up finished around 11am & ceremony wasn't until 5:30pm.)
America also did make up for my mother & 7 bridesmaids. Everyone was very happy. Prices were good as well, especially for the service that was provided. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the services of Simply Elegant Beauty! I'm still getting so many compliments about my wedding day & make up. (Wedding was July 8, 2016.) America did a fantastic job, but I still looked like, "Me."
Jessica did an outstanding job on myself and my girls on the wedding day. She captured the exact look I was going for. She was extremely easy to work with throughout the process, always quick to respond. I couldn't have asked for a better makeup artist. Thank you Jessica!
Jessica and America are both absolutely phenomenal and professional. I was a little late to the game finding hair and makeup artists, so I didn't have high hopes and when I arrived to Jessica's home/studio for the trial, my expectations were blown out of the water. Jessica's studio is cosy, CLEAN and inviting. Jessica was booked that day, so she had one of her make up artists, America, do my trial and it was a great experience. They listened to what I said, looked at the pictures I brought, and gave me advice (i didn't really know what i wanted except that I wanted it to be natural). Even though Jessica would not be doing my makeup, she stayed for the whole thing and gave her input and guidance as needed. That was huge for me - it showed her professionalism that she cared and wanted the best for me even though she wasn't doing it herself.
On the day of the wedding, America was on time, super friendly and easy going. Her makeup skills are flawless. She does not rush at all, but manages to keep everyone on schedule at the same time. For someone who doesn't wear makeup regularly, I was a little nervous that I'd feel over done. But it was perfect. America understood that and made me feel beautiful and like myself.
Finally, I should mention that my mother was so thrilled with her make up - and that is no easy feat! Like me, she never wears makeup so she was a little nervous too. She looked beautiful and she was so happy!
Thank you America and Jessica for being awesome and making everyone look great and feel comfortable!
Jessica is the best!!! She did an amazing job. Jessica was friendly and professional.
She really listened to what I wanted and studied my inspiration pics. I asked for a natural look and I was more than pleased.
My photographer even complimented my make up!
Jessica is very versatile as well. I had a large group with varying ages and styles. Every single person was thrilled!!
I can't thank her enough for helping make my special day perfect!
Jessica is a makeup genius!! I have had her do my makeup for multiple events. She is nice and personable and makes you feel so comfortable and at ease. She really listens to what you want/don't want and is willing to accommodate you and your personal style/comfort level. She was able to make me look great without looking completely different from my regular self. Makeup lasted all day and night even at an outdoor summer wedding!! Her skill and professionalism are completely unbeatable. Highly recommend her to make you look and feel beautiful for your special day!
Jessica is one of the kindest, sweetest, most talented people I know! She first did everyone's makeup for my sisters wedding in May and did an incredible job and most recently did my makeup and my bridal party and family members for my wedding. Jess took her time with each person and created the most beautiful looks for everyone! She is so extremely talented and knows what looks will flatter her clients! I never felt so beautiful in my life than she made me feel on my wedding day! If you are looking for a makeup artist, Jess if your girl!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Jessica is a gifted artist. She is amazing with her color palette for faces. My trial makeup in the spring was perfect! My skin tanned of course by summer and she was quick to adapt the perfect shades on my wedding day. Her work is impeccable and she has such patience for us crazy brides! Love her! I recommend her highly!