When I first got engaged, I had no idea how much bridal hair and makeup cost. Like other things, I first set a budget for myself and shortly after doing some research, I've realized that hair and makeup for the bride alone can get pretty costly. I mean, it makes perfect sense, which bride doesn't want to look her best on her wedding day?!?
After emailing several makeup artists, seeing their portfolio, and getting quotes of all sort, some including misc. fees for traveling, parking, and working on bridal parties before 8am, I was so discouraged and was almost ready to throw in the towel. I wanted to find a hair stylist/make-up artist in one, but from horror stories that I have heard from other brides, those are hard to find. That is...until Char saved me and recommended me to Mola (thanks char!).
I met Mola for my trial last week and I was blown away by her knowledge and professionalism. I am not your typical girlie girl that knows a lot about hair and makeup, I am so clueless when it comes to beauty. Sure, I put on some liner and eye shadow when I go out, but the level of expertise I was looking for was someone who is knowledgeable in working with Asian features and that can make me feel beautiful and natural, without feeling like I have layers and layers of makeup on. On top of that, I have never put on fake lashes before so I was very nervous in doing so. Mola was a total sweetheart from the very start; she totally understood where I was coming from and made me feel comfortable through the whole trial. She was very patient with me as I was asking her all sorts of random questions; it was as if we had known each other for a long time! She did a few different looks on me and was very honest in telling me what worked and what didn't (trust me, I am a very indecisive person and her guidance helped a lot!).
Mola is naturally gifted in what she does and a true artist when it comes to hair too. It's hard to find someone who excels so well in both. Before my trial, I gave her some ideas on the hairstyle I was looking for; she did her homework, and sent me back tons of pictures of what I was looking for. It is very assuring to know that you are on the same page as your artist and I trust her completely to work on my BMs as well!
After she was done with me, I felt like a new person. Char even stopped by the shop to give me her opinion and she almost couldn't recognize me (in a good way!). I met up with the fiancé as well after wards and he loved the hair, which is a plus since I am partly doing this for him too! :P Mola made me feel so special that day that I cannot thank her enough for it (keep in mind, this was only the trial too!). Her prices are very reasonable and she uses high quality products. You will truly fall in love with her passion and enthusiasm for her work!
I plan to use her a few more times for some upcoming weddings before my actual big day so I will definitely keep everyone posted. read more