Some brides would normally book Hair & Make Up Artisit a.k.a HMUA when the big day gets nearer (perhaps 4 to 6 months before the big day). Some go to several expos and ask for free trials. But for me, I kind of did it differently.
Looking for a great photographer and videographer was countless of sleepless nights and eye soaring because you are in front of your computer and/or mobile even in your past time. Then the thought bubble comes in, "I should get a considerably above average HMUA as well, or else our photos and videos will be outstandingly unpleasant" Hence, HMUA is the 4th supplier I booked.
I started searching in facebook, looking thru Chinese friends or friends of friends who recently got wed and checked out their photo and makeup. I was looking for a particular artist who can transform eyebrows and eyes (yes those chinky eyes need to pop out). I was also looking at tons of portfolios and went directly to brides who are Chinese (by surnames or by their looks). Then, I googled "Chinese bride wedding Philippines" and that's how I got Toni Rodriguez Make Up Artist. She was on the top list last Nov 2013.
I asked the MOH to come with me to help me judge her skills. It was Saturday morning. The studio was very cute with pink and b&w stripes. So chic & girly. The first time I saw her, she looked so glamorous. I was actually intimidated by her beauty. But eventually we talked and we talked and we talked. Hahaha... I was also amazed with her hair stylist, Marvic, as she did my hair in just under 30 minutes. Wow! I asked for a traditional trial make up instead of airbrush (to save cost as usual. Hehe). See below the result of "Bridal Look". My smile looks weird though as I was not feeling well that day.
After a few days of consultation with few family and friends, comparing her package with Cherry Pacheco, I decided to book her instead. Balancing cost vs. quality again is the key. I got the Hepburn & Prenup package and asked for discount as usual. I wish though I had an event on that same day so I could have put her great work to good use.
In addition, she was reason that I got to know Rabbithole as prenup styling and Coca Couture as gown couturier. Stories about them will be posted separately. :)
Behind this beautiful creation is also a woman of elegance I must say. I like her passion and expertise in this field. I am moreover willing to attend her make up classes if ever she will arrange one. I truly believe she can go way beyond being a professional make up artist. She will be opening her own Nail Salon soon (can't wait!).
Till then! Will share more of her work soon on the next post... Bye for now! :)
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