I'm a woman of integrity who believes in authenticity - what you see is what you get!
My love for makeup began at 17, sparked by a pink lipstick obsession that quickly spiralled into a full-blown makeup passion. I spent countless hours watching YouTube tutorials, experimenting with products, and I just loved how beautiful makeup made me feel. Whether I was buying the latest Morphe palette or trying new eyeshadow techniques, every brush stroke, even the occasional wonky eyelash, felt like exciting new learning.
Yet, despite my growing love for makeup, my journey to becoming a Bridal Makeup Artist was nowhere on my radar, nor something I had even considered. That seed was planted later when a close friend, who happened to be a highly respected Bridal Makeup Artist at the time, recognised a talent in me that I hadn’t even seen in myself. That's it, a moment of recognition and the seed was planted.
Fast forward to 27, while working in a primary school growing little minds, that planted seed of beauty and a love for makeup grew until, finally, I took a leap of faith and enrolled at The London Makeup School. From there, BOOM—my journey took off.
It hasn’t all been smooth sailing. I’ve faced my share of personal challenges, especially with the big A: ANXIETY (high-functioning, to be precise!). I've battled with self-doubt, dips in confidence, procrastination, and deeply embedded limiting beliefs. But I never gave up. I seized every opportunity and assisting job that helped me gain firsthand experience in the wedding industry, connect with top wedding suppliers, and build my portfolio.
Now, at 34, I’m on an ongoing self-development journey - with a bit of “woo-woo” thrown in (yes, I believe in the power of the universe). This journey has opened my eyes to the true nature of anxiety and how it affects us all. Let’s be real, anyone who says they haven’t experienced it is fibbing! The truth is, anxiety can have a profound unpleasant impact on us all, especially during big moments like getting married. Exciting? Yes. Overwhelming? Yes. Nerve-wracking and triggering? Absolutely. We’re all human, after all.
For many women, even everyday makeup can come with challenges. Most brides I work with either don’t wear much makeup, saying things like, 'I haven’t got a clue about makeup,' or they stick to a good skincare routine and leave it at that. But either way, they often bring a bag full of anxieties about their unique bridal style, and the last thing I want is for choosing a lipstick shade to be the straw that broke the camels back! My point is, I see it, I hear it, I feel it and I can totally relate to it.
With everything said, and a lot left unsaid, my personal and professional journey has inspired and shaped my mission to create a fun, relaxed and uplifting experience for brides that oozes good-vibe energy and empowers them to step into their dream bridal self with confidence and ease. I am dedicated to easing the anxiety around bridal makeup so it's one less thing for the mind to try and spiral over! How?
In a nut-shell, the magic happens in my private makeup studio located in Brighton, UK, where I offer a private and safe space for brides to be heard, and to voice their needs, worries and desires without fear of judgement. I combine my love of teaching with my ‘less is more approach’ to educate brides so that they truly understand and trust the process. My ethos is about listening and communicating through honest and open dialogue, to build trusting relationships, and that's what I do best!
Are you feeling overwhelmed by bridal makeup? Click here and let’s turn that anxiety into excitement!
Big LOVE and stay fabulous
XO, HANNAH
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