FREQUENTLY ASKED Questions

  • I am located in Sussex County NJ but can travel anywhere you need me to. Travel expenses may apply

  • Yes, bridal party services are a la carte and we have a team of talented artist available to accomodate any size bridal party.

  • Yes, you don’t need to supply anything. Don’t need a single product, chair, light, table - nothing.

  • Washed and blown dry hair the night before. Greasy or dirty hair does not hold curl well. Wet hair will result in delays in your timeline and your morning

  • Fresh clean skin, lightly moisturized. Do not try anything new on your face.

  • We offer bridal previews that are always included in the package price. Bridal Makeup and Hair previews are done at my studio in Stanhope, New Jersey or at your chosen location for a travel fee

  • Yes, I want you to feel as comfortable as possible but please let us know prior to your appointment

  • Yes, we cater to all skin tones, types and textures.

  • We specialize in soft waves, sleek buns and updos that are better suited for a smoother hair texture.

  • Yes, you will be working with Maggie on your Makeup and Hair vision unless requested otherwise. All stylist under The Effortless Bride have the same soft style

  • Yes always, we specialize in custom individual lashes that enhance your eye and feel light weight and comforta

  • We book out 10-18 months in advance

  • Yes, you can schedule your trial on that day or book it as an in studiova la carte service.

  • We respond within 48 hours Monday - Friday.

  • We cater to guests who value a naturally enhance look that isn’t overdone or crunchy. A soft glam style that does not leave you feeling heavy.

  • Yes, touch-up hours are included in all of our packages. Total time depends on the package you choose. Making sure your photos you invest so much in is one of our top priorities.

  • I prefer a traditional foundation but am certified in Temptu Airbrushing which is best for those that like a barely there look and on mature skin.

  • No, we prefer to have a lighter touch.

  • Yes, just ask and we can add it to your wedding schedule for you or your fiancé!

  • Every wedding is different but we always stay a minimum of 2 additional hours for first look photos and family photos to make sure they turn out perfectly.

  • A courtesy hold means that we reserve your wedding day exclusively for you during a specific period. In our case it is 5 days after sending contract and retainer information. During the courtesy hold period, your chosen wedding date is protected, and no other bookings will be accepted for that date. This ensures that you have ample time to make an informed decision about securing our services for your special day.

    To confirm and finalize the booking, we require two essential steps:

    1. Signed Contract: Within the 5-day period we ask that you review and sign the contract, indicating your agreement to work with us on your wedding day.

    2. $300 Retainer: Along with the signed contract, we kindly request a $300 retainer to be submitted within the same 5-day window. This is non-refundable and non-transferable and credited towards the final bill.

  • 50 miles of round-trip travel is included in all bridal bookings. Any remaining travel is $1 per mile, round trip, from Stanhope NJ.

  • It depends on the number of people in your bridal party and the amount of time you have in the morning to get ready but we do not do more than 5-6 services per artist and prefer to allot 50 min-1hr per service for the best experience and results

  • Yes, we do. it is important to us that we stay on schedule while relieving that stress from your plate

  • While it has been our commitment to ensure that no bride is left without service on her special day, we understand that unforeseen emergencies can occur. In the event that your designated makeup artist encounters an emergency situation on your wedding day, rest assured that we will make every effort to secure a replacement artist who can fulfill all the services initially scheduled. In such circumstances, we will refund your trial fee.

    However, please be reassured that in our experience, we have never encountered a situation where we couldn’t provide a substitute artist. In the unlikely event that we cannot secure a replacement artist, we will refund your trial fee and the entire amount for the services, including the deposit.

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