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Top 9 Wedding Make-up Artists of Melbourne

It’s every bride’s goal to look their absolute best, with make-up that’s radiant and long-lasting from the moment you walk down the aisle through to your last boogie on the dance floor.

Naturally, when it comes to your wedding, you’ll want to put your best face forward... and you can achieve exactly that with one of these highly-rated, ABIA-accredited Wedding Make-up Artists in Melbourne and surrounds!

Photo: De Ross Artistry

There are some essential things to consider when finding a make-up artist for your special day. Not only should they be a professional make-up artist, but they should also have experience in bridal make-up.

A skilled Wedding Make-up Artist specialises in creating day-to-night looks, knows the different techniques and products that work with different lighting situations, and applies make-up that stays put and looks good both in person and in photos.

You want to be sure you're working with someone who listens to your wishes, creates a lasting look that works perfectly with your unique features and style, and provides a warm, stress-free atmosphere as you get ready! So it pays to do your research, view online portfolios and read testimonials to help you choose the right make-up expert.

At ABIA, we love helping couples with their wedding planning, by connecting you with trustworthy and quality wedding vendors. ABIA-accredited vendors come with recommendations and reviews by real and verified wedding customers, and those providing excellence in their fields are recognised at a state and national level.

At the 21st Victorian ABIA Wedding Awards, we invited over 6,000 newly married couples to review and rate their wedding vendors. Here we present this year’s top wedding make-up artists in Melbourne and Geelong as rated by you, the beautiful brides of Victoria!

#1 - De Ross Artistry

Melbourne

Winner: Best Make-up Artist
ABIA Award Rating: 99.89%

VIC’s #1 Make-up Artist in 2019 and #1 Hair Stylist in 2018, and Australia’s No.1 Make-up Artist this year!

Tania de Ross is the award-winning hair and make-up artist behind De Ross Artistry. With a decade of experience, she specialises in and loves weddings, and her sought-after services take her all across Australia and even worldwide!

Her work is natural yet flawless, and understated yet defined. Tania prides herself on her attention to detail and perfectionism, and her calming personality will ensure a stress-free morning on your wedding. Let her depth of knowledge, skills and expertise help you create a perfectly stunning look on your day.

#2 - Michelle O'Connell Hair Makeup Tan

#3 - Lenada Makeup

Melbourne

3rd Place: Best Make-up Artist
ABIA Award Rating: 98.47%

Lenada Makeup is one of Melbourne’s premier mobile make-up artists for weddings throughout Melbourne and Victoria, and is committed to creating a personalised look for each and every client.

Helen, Head Cosmetic Artist, and her team pride themselves on delivering the highest level of service with exceptional attention to detail to provide you with that long-lasting, natural and flawless look. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a luxurious hotel room, at your chosen venue or just at home, you can pop your slippers, sip a glass of wine and relax while they do our magic so you are looking and feeling gorgeous for your wedding day.

Photo by ICON Photography Melbourne

#4 - Blushin Brides

Melbourne

ABIA Award Rating: 98.40%

Jess and her team at Blushin Brides provide a quality, relaxing and enjoyable experience with their mobile hair and make-up artistry for your wedding in the Yarra Valley, Dandenong Ranges, Mornington Peninsula, Melbourne and surrounding suburbs.

All of their talented make-up artists have over 10 years’ experience in the bridal industry, keep up to date with the latest styles and trends, and use only the best products to ensure your desired look is flawless and long-lasting. They also offer airbrushing and false lashes at no extra cost! Take the stress out of your wedding day and let them look after you and your bridal party on one of the most special days of your life.

#5 - Bridget Sophie Studio

Melbourne

ABIA Award Rating: 97.41%

Bridget loves providing her clients an incredible client service with luxurious hair and make-up experiences. With a lifetime of experience in art, she has developed an eye for design, colour and balance, all while perfecting your skin tone and enhancing your best assets – whether that’s your eyes, lips or skin (or all of the above!).

When you book with her, you’re booking a professional who comes on time, works efficiently, makes sure your happiness is the number one priority and is someone you can depend on – for anything. Need milk for coffee and you’re stressing out because none of your bridesmaids can go? Bridget will come to your rescue!

#6 - Zara Hair and Makeup

Melbourne

ABIA Award Rating: 96.21%

Zara Hair and Makeup is a professional team of highly talented hair stylists and make-up artists providing you with a complete service all for your make-up, hair and bridal dressing needs, whether you’re having a Victoria, interstate or destination wedding.

Specialising in both South-Asian and Caucasian bridal looks, they help you achieve your dream make-up look for your special day. Each make-up artist comes with over a decade of experience and is chosen for their exceptional skills and experience in wedding make-up.

#7 - Emily McGrath Makeup Artist

Geelong

ABIA Award Rating: 95.48%

Emily has been working as a professional make-up artist for 12 years and loves what she does! Her experience is in personal beauty styling for wedding clients in Melbourne, the greater Geelong area and all around the peninsula.

Working with a bride’s natural attributes is her favourite thing to do. She will expertly draw upon her make-up skills to bring out your eyes, your facial structure and your natural features, creating a stunning look for your special day.

#8 - Katryna Cooke - Hair & Makeup Artist

Melbourne

ABIA Award Rating: 95.44%

Beautiful, lasting results. Katryna specialises in make-up and hair that enhances your natural beauty. Your unique and important input is combined with Katryna’s experience to create your perfect look.

At your trial, she provides important information regarding the best type of lipstick, powder and false lashes meant for you. She will also discuss the timing of your morning, as it is important to her that everything is taken care of ahead of time so you can relax and enjoy your special day. Katryna uses only high-end, cruelty-free products so your make-up will last all day and night.

#9 - S.A.S.S.Y Hair & Makeup

Melbourne

ABIA Award Rating: 95.02%

Think of the S.A.S.S.Y team of professional hair and make-up artists as your personal fairy godmother – they want you to feel like a princess on your very special day and are here to ensure everything is perfect!

This young and vibrant team will make sure you look your best where and when you need them. They’ve got their trusted wedding hair and make-up artists who give you the royal treatment as they create your unique bridal look.