The Knot Best Of Weddings 2017 Award

Nicole Marie Makeup Artistry is thrilled to announce our win in The Knot's 'Best Of Weddings 2017'! This prestigious award is only given to those performing in the top tier of the bridal market, and we are proud to say that our makeup artistry has made the cut! 

We still have a few open dates for 2017, so inquire today on our contact page! To read our reviews, make sure to visit our winning profile on TheKnot.com!

Lissete & Derek's Wedding

Lissete was a super fun bride to work with because she was filled with such charisma and joy. She requested a gold eye with lightly smoked edges and minimal bottom liner. I paired her eyes with a smooth, flawless skin application and a soft, nude-pink lip. Scroll to the bottom of the post to see all of the makeup product's used for Lisette's big day!

Bride's Makeup Details

 Mac painterly paintpot

Stila Eyes Are The Window 'Spirit' palette

Too Faced gold eye shadow

Smashbox black gel liner

Rimmel nude liner (waterline)

Ardell demi wispy false lashes

Sonia Roselli Waterbalm Moisturizer

Becca Resurfacing Primer

Illamasqua Skinbase foundation

Temptu s/b airbrush foundation

Mac Pro-Longwear concealer

Kett setting powder

Hourglass Ambient Lighting powders (Diffused & Dim)

 Too Faced Chocolate Soleil bronzer

Nars Deep Throat blush

Laura Mercier Baked Highlight #01

Palladio Herbal Lip Liner in 'Nearly Nude'

Mac 'Modesty' & 'Creamcup' lipstick

Laura Mercier lipgloss in 'Sparkling' 

Vendors

Reception & Cermony: The Waterview
Dress: Sottero and Midgley 
Hair Artist: A Touch of Color
Makeup Artist: Nicole Cudzilo
Florist: Flowers By Danielle
Cinema: MV Film Productions
DJ + Uplighting: Josh Lidsky – Mr. Music Man
Caterer: The Waterview
Photography: Hubert & Alka

 

Long Lasting Wedding Makeup

I just want to start off this post by saying that these photos were taken after 10 hours of wear with no touch-ups except for the lips. TEN HOURS!!! If that blows your mind (I was shocked too) then read on to find out my favorite products to maximize the longevity of any makeup.

Wedding makeup comprises most of my business, so it is something that I am always experimenting with to be able to achieve as much perfection as possible! It is important to me that the makeup looks smooth and natural in person while still translating well in photographs. It needs to last through the day into the night and be sweat proof, cry proof and smudge proof while still being comfortable to wear. I recently visited Alcone in NYC and picked up a few items to test out, and when I combined them with my existing bridal routine I was astounded!

Bullet-Proof Makeup Buys:

Sonia Roselli SexApeel 
Skin prep is so important to achieve great makeup results. You will literally be able to see the dead, dry skin wipe off your face with this peel, thereby allowing the makeup to adhere to healthy, fresh skin. It is easy enough to do before any makeup application on yourself or a client, and it won't irritate your skin!

Sonia Roselli Waterbalm
This product has irrevocably changed my makeup life personally and professionally! It is a moisturizer, serum, eye cream and primer all in one (yes for real) and it hydrates even the most parched of skins without making you greasy or slick. It creates such a smooth canvas for makeup and it plays nice under every foundation (silicone & water base) that I've tried.

Makeup International SuperMatte Anti Shine
This little guy is worth his weight in gold because I feel like it almost physically prevents sweat and oil from forming on the surface of the skin! That may sound a little intense, but for bridal makeup it's exactly what you need. Just smooth a tiny bit over the t-zone and wait for it to dry before applying foundation.

Koh Gen Do Aqua Foundation
I've been using this foundation since the summer time and it is dreamy! It's smoothing and hydrating and seriously long-lasting. The coverage is around medium with a very lightweight feel. It blends out perfectly has has a good range of undertones for fair skin but unfortunately lacks colors for medium to deep skin. I normally have issues with foundations rubbing off of my nose and mouth area (I always need a tissue) but this one stays put without clogging my pores!

Kryolan Dermacolor Concealer
Dermacolor concealer is and oldie but a goodie, offering amazing pigmentation and coverage plus long lasting performance. It's wonderful for covering blemishes, hyper-pigmentation, tattoos and can easily be used under the eyes with a light hand. It comes in individual pans, mini palettes and large palettes with a plethora of shades and undertones to choose from. Kryolan has been around since 1945 and is not going anywhere, so check out their brand if you're a newbie! 

Kett Sett Loose Powder
Kett loose powder is another workhorse. It is talc based and creates a smooth, budge-proof finish. Use a puff to press & roll the powder into the skin for the longest lasting result. But be wary, you only need to use a small amount or you will end up with an unattractive white haze across your visage.

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder 
This powder is an old favorite and I love it for setting my under-eyes because of its smoothing properties. I use the shades 'Ethereal' or 'Diffused' because they are wonderful for brightening and they keep the concealer set without looking heavy.

Blue Marble Sealer
I've tried numerous setting sprays, Urban Decay, Make Up For Ever, Skindinavia, you name it. They helped but none of them were ever 'perfect'. Enter this gem, it creates a 'film-forming' barrier to lock the makeup in place and prevent humidity, sweat and tears from taking their toll. I will be repurchasing this spray again and again because it is bulletproof; Ben Nye Final Seal is the only other setting spray that has come close.

Other Makeup Details:

Nars Dual Intensity Eyeshadow in 'Himalia'

Kiss False Eyelashes in 'Demi Wispies'

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in 'Medium Brown'

Make Up For Ever Brow Seal

Laura Mercier Baked Highlight in #01

Smashbox blush (discontinued)

Too Faced Chocolate Bronzer

Palladio Lip Liner in 'Raspberry'

Mac Lipstick in 'Angel'

Dior Lip Glow in 'Pink'

Kate & Tim's Autumn Wedding

Kate and Tim got married on a beautiful October day alongside a lake near her family's home. She loves gold so she asked me to create a soft, metallic, diffused eye. I used lots of warm browns and burnt siennas to give her a fall glow.

In combination with her bridesmaids gorgeous scarlet gowns and the stunning fall foliage of north-western Connecticut, I'd say Kate had a autumn wedding that could go down in the history books! All makeup and vendor details are listed at the bottom of the post.

Makeup Details

Sonia Roselli Waterbalm Skin Prep

Make Up For Ever Face & Body Foundation

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powders in 'Diffused' & 'Dim'

Too Faced Chocolate Bronzer

Nars 'Goulue' Blush

Jour Cream Highlighters in 'Camellia, Champagne & Tiare'

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in 'Pearl'

Make Up For Ever Pro Sculpting Duo #1

Too Faced gold eyeshadow for lid color

Anastasia shadows in 'orange soda' & 'sienna' for the crease colors

Nars eyeliner in 'Via De'Martelli' (chocolate brown color)

Sephora Brow Pencil in 'Honey Blonde' & 'Nutmeg Brown'

Ardell individual flare lashes

 

Vendors

Photography: Corey Lynn Tucker Photography

Bride's Makeup: Nicole Marie Makeup Artistry

Hair: Hair Modern

Dress: Weekend Wedding Dress

Planner: Soirees and Revelry

Flowers: Sweethaven Farm

Rachael & Steve's Wedding

Here is some lovely fall wedding inspiration for you! Rachael had the most beautiful big, blue doe-eyes that I enhanced with neutral matte shadows and lots of lashes. I added a hint of shimmer in the center of her eyes and finished the look with a soft rose lip. If you love these wedding images you can see more here, and make sure to scroll to the bottom of the post for all makeup & vendor details!

... Makeup Details ...

EYES

Mac 'Painterly' Paint Pot

Smashbox Full Exposure Palette

Bobbi Brown Black Gel Liner

Sephora 'Taupe' Liner

Ardell Demi Wispies

Anastasia Beverly Hills 'Ash Blonde' Brow Powder

FACE 

Make Up For Ever Face & Body

Illamasqua Skinbase

Temptu s/b airbrush foundation

Mac Pro-Longwear concealer

Ben Nye 'Cameo' powder 

Hourglass 'Ethereal' Ambient Lighting Powder 

Nars 'Laguna'

Smashbox rose-colored blush

Laura Mercier Baked Highlight #01

LIPS

Sephora 'Royal Rose' liner

Mac 'Craving' lipstick

Laura Mercier 'Rose' gloss

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Venue: EOLIA MANSION

Photography: ALICIA ANN PHOTOGRAPHERS

Dress: ALLURE BRIDALS

Bridesmaids' Dresses: BILL LEVKOFF

Beauty: NICOLE MARIE MAKEUP

Hair: BLADES HAIR AND NAIL STUDIO

Florals: FLEURESCENT

Catering: GOURMET GALLEY

Cake: J CAKES

DJ: AFTER HOURS

Romantic Bridal Makeup

Wedding season is in full swing! Here is a classic bridal look that is always super flattering and popular. It is also perfect for any special occasion due to it's soft elegance and ability to suit anyone.
 

Eyes
1. Prime the eyes to prevent creasing and ensure long lasting color payoff, I used Mac paintpot in 'painterly'.
2. Dust a cream or nude colored shadow all over the lid and up to the brow bone.
3. With a fluffy brush, blend a soft neutral brown into the crease and outer corner of the eyes.
4. Apply black liquid liner in a wing to the eyelid, then trace over it with a tiny bit of black eyeshadow to blur out and soften the edges of the line for a romantic effect.
5. Smudge brown liner along the lower lashline and set it with a warm brown shadow.
6. Line the lower waterline (inner rim) with a nude pencil, I used a flesh toned twist up one from Rimmel.
7. Fill in the brows to add definition, I used an eyeshadow around the same tone as Hannah's natural brow color.

Face
Foundation: Illamasqua Skinbase
Concealer: Mac Pro-Longwear
Powder: Hourglass Ambient Powders
Bronzer: Too Faced Chocolate Soleil
Blush: Make Up For Ever HD Blush #210
Highlight: Laura Mercier Baked Radiance #01

Lips
Liner: Palladio Herbal Lipliner 'Raspberry'
Lipstick: Buxom 'Mistress' & Mac 'Angel'
Gloss: Laura Mercier Lip Glace 'Bare Pink' 

Hair by Rachel Toussaint

Erica & Matt's Wedding

This intimate Rhode Island beach wedding was stunning and so personal. Erica and Matt were incredibly sweet and their love for each other was tangible. We went for a classic champagne eye and a soft pink lip to compliment Erica's gorgeous features. Hair by That Girl and photography by Dani Fine.