For stunning, natural wedding day beauty – Natasha Jane Makeup has the passion, skills, experience, and tools to make you every inch the most beautiful bride on your special day.

We’re delighted to introduce you to UNVEILED Network Member Natasha – the owner of Natasha Jane Makeup, who has been in the makeup artistry business for over six years now. Not only has she worked her makeup magic on lots of brides across the north, but she’s also flexed her skills on editorial shoots and catwalks. She’s an absolute pro, always staying ahead of the bridal beauty curve, and admits she’s a hopeless romantic when it comes to weddings. The perfect combination, if you ask us.

Her interest in beauty began at a young age – something Natasha says she definitely inherited from her mum, as she was always glam and never left the house without her hair and makeup done! Her mum worked as a marketing manager for a large beauty firm too, and brought home a book on makeup artistry one day, and from then on, Natasha was hooked!

After studying theatrical and media makeup, followed by stints with various makeup counters – Natasha took the plunge into self-employment. Thanks to her love for creating makeup that has, as she describes it, a ‘lit from within’ glow – she decided that bridal makeup was her real passion.

Fast forward to today, and she’s here on the UNVEILED blog chatting about her signature style and what brides can expect when they book her (hint, there’s a lot more to it than just showing up on the morning of your wedding!). Plus, she shares some top tips on how to nail your wedding day beauty look and skincare regime before the big day itself. Let’s delve in!

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With images by UNVEILED Network Member Freya Raby, taken for UNVEILED Magazine Issue 14

ON LOVING WEDDINGS

Natasha says: Honestly, I am just a hopeless romantic! I actually love, love. I adore listening to every part of a bride’s journey, from the proposal right through to their plans for their big day. The excitement, nerves and emotional moments of the trials and wedding mornings remind me of what’s good and important in this world, and positive energy is infectious, so why not surround yourself with it?

On a more makeup-based note, I cannot describe how incredible it feels to walk away from a wedding morning knowing you have made someone feel the best they have ever felt. It’s so special to be a part of their day.

SERVICE

From the initial enquiry through to the wedding day, I am there to guide the bride along the way. My experience in the wedding industry ensures I can advise my brides on almost everything, this is why I have created a bespoke bridal brochure for each bride that enquires with me. This includes details about their makeup journey and also pro tips on how to ensure the wedding morning runs smoothly, and finally a good list of my favorite suppliers.

Once booked, I offer a makeup trial in which I speak at length with the bride about their makeup preferences and create the bridal makeup that they desire. I then take all I have learnt about that bridal trial to their wedding day and create the perfect look for them.

SIGNATURE STYLE

I would say that my signature style is a ‘lit from within’ glow, with a soft glam golden smokey eye. I love radiant skin and soft eyes, as for me it is the perfect balance of glam and natural.

My clients usually go for this look however, growing more and more popular every day is soft pink shades on the eyes with a nude pink lip. This seems to have come into play with the craze for blush-toned bridesmaid dresses. For this look, I always reach for my Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk palette.

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A true talent for transforming brides’ hair into cool and glamorous dos for their moment in the limelight has seen stylist Gareth Lambert of Aqua Hair Windermere in high demand for weddings in North West and beyond.

UNVEILED’s Features Editor Rachel Parry finds out where his love for styling began, his pro tips for luscious locks and what he’s currently rating in the world of bridal hair.

I initially trained in all areas of hairdressing at a salon called Browns in Durham, when I was just 16. Later, having moved to the Lake District, I spotted a gap in the market for gorgeous bridal hair as many of the area’s stunning hotels were becoming licensed for weddings.

I started small, then recommendations and exposure through Four Weddings boosted my profile.

I’ve trained with Toni & Guy and on Patrick Cameron courses though I’m largely self-taught as I’m continually teaching myself to do new styles that I spot at London Fashion week or in glossy magazines, such as Vogue and Porter.

Hair trends are moving in-line with fast-paced bridal fashion trends and so it’s important for me to keep an eye on bridal catwalks and to work on styles that will fit with varying looks and themes. At the moment there is a return to elegant and more pared back styles and designs.

While the dress can help determine a bride’s look, it’s still important for them not to stray too far from their own style. A bride should look like a more polished version of themselves, not someone different. So, don’t just grow your hair for the sake of the wedding, I beg you!

It’s better to book a stylist for a wedding sooner rather than later to ensure you get your first choice. It’s also important that you get on well with that person and feel comfortable that they will be in your space on the morning of the wedding.

Braids are still massive in current bridal hair trends but we are also seeing a return to more luxurious and glamorous hair that is simpler but still has volume.

For those looking for something more fashion-forward, I’d suggest a cool, sleek style, such as a simple ponytail or a neat knot at the nape of the neck.

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