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Based in Boulder, Colorado, Amy Merritt Hair & Makeup wants you to feel like you on your wedding day - fresh and current, with effortless elegance and radiance from within. Amy offers bespoke beauty, grooming, & concierge services designed to anticipate your needs and allow you to be present for each moment of your wedding day. It is about enhancing your unique beauty without being a distraction in your heirloom photographs and films.

Services Offered:

Amy Merritt Hair & Makeup offers both hair and makeup services, grooming, concierge services, as well as multiple methods of hair extensions. Depending on your party size, Amy will bring along a team of carefully selected stylists capable of delivering the same level of service and professionalism as is associated with her brand. Please visit amymerritthairandmakeup.com for more information.

Experience:

Amy is a nationally recognized, award-winning wedding hair and makeup artist serving Colorado, the Carolinas, and destination weddings. She has serviced hundreds of brides and household names, and her work has been featured in publications and feature films across the globe.

Amy studied cosmetology at the Aveda Institute and has worked under celebrity makeup artist, James Ryder, in Los Angeles, California, as well as master hairstylist, Rodger Azadganian. In 2016 Amy left her job at a hair salon to focus on red carpet, weddings, and special events. She now offers her services through Amy Merritt Hair & Makeup.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for updos/styling for brides?

$2,500

What is the base price for updos/styling for attendants/family members?

$200

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$2,500

What is the base price for traditional makeup for attendants/family members?

$200

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Men's Grooming
Skincare

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Extensions
Textured Hair Styling
Updos / Styling
Hair Trial
On-Site Hair

What makeup services do you offer?

Airbrush Makeup
Contour Makeup
Eye Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes
Tattoo Coverage

Reviews of Amy Merritt Hair & Makeup

Betsy
Betsy Sent on 06/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amy is a literal dream

Have you ever won a power ball lottery? Okay, me neither. But you know what I have been lucky enough to experience? Partnering with Amy on the wedding look of my dreams. Know that every. single. word. of this review is written with the utmost honesty and accuracy and while I may sound over the top, believe me that it's only because Amy is JUST THAT GOOD. Amy's communication, professionalism, and creativity made her an absolute dream to work with both leading up to my wedding and on the wedding weekend itself. Amy's attention to detail on both hair and makeup is unrivaled; I promise you, you will not leave her chair with a single hair out of place. Beyond the quality of her work, I would be remiss to not add that on top of her skill and professionalism, Amy is one of the kindest and most fun-loving people I've had the pleasure of knowing. She is one of a kind in all the best ways and I'm BEYOND grateful that she was part of my wedding day.
Rulissa
Rulissa Sent on 02/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Speechless

I got married on 12/31/22. I live in Texas and my husband and I were bound and determined to have our dream moment in the mountains of Boulder, CO. Because of this it made it difficult to find a trusted person to make me look my best on such a special day. I found Amy through a well-known local photographer based out of Colorado. There was a post made talking about how awesome Amy was at what she did. That was my sign. From the moment I spoke with Amy on the phone I felt warm and special. Trusting someone to do your most viewed part of you on such a special day is difficult yet Amy made me feel safe. From that moment forward she was amazing. She was communicative and flexible. I couldn't have asked for more. During this time she ran into the huge Southwest Airlines cancelations causing her flight to be late to get back to Colorado for my preview. Also on top of that her studio had a pipe break and she had no idea of the condition. Although Amy had so many reasons to cancel with me she kept in close contact and somehow made it all work. She set up a backup just in case which was so appreciated from a nervous bride's perspective. Her perseverance is so commendable. She didn't just treat me like a client, I felt the value she had for me as a person. I can read people very well and this women is a hard worker that truly cares for ever soul she works with. Not to mention the day of my wedding she not only did phenomenal on my hair and makeup but she also kept my bridesmaids talking. We all loved her! Amy is that person you wish you could be friends with because her energy is contagious and her heart is huge. When I think back to that special day I think of Amy too.
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30A0B1C3305884787A560Ddab54402Eda7F3467C Sent on 11/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Hair and Makeup

I hired Amy to do hair and makeup for myself, my mom and MOH at my wedding and she did an amazing job. I would use her again in a heartbeat. She was so nice and made all of us feel special and made us look beautiful for my special day. I couldn’t have found a better person.
Haley
Haley Sent on 10/18/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best bridal hair and makeup experience!

Amy is absolutely amazing! I could not be happier! From the initial phone consult to the preview to the big day, Amy went above and beyond to make me feel confident and beautiful. She had great suggestions and listened to my ideas and made the whole vison come to life. She is very professional and uses high quality makeup with clean tools and equipment. She is also genuinely an awesome person to chat with! I highly recommend hiring Amy, you will be so happy you did!
Jen
Jen B. Sent on 09/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding hair and make-up experience

I’m so thankful I was able to work with Amy for my wedding! After my first hair and make-up trial with a different vendor left me with a bad feeling, I reached out to other vendors, looking for a better connection and match.

Right off the bat, Amy was quickly responsive to my inquiry, and our initial hour long chat immediately set me at ease. We discussed what had gone wrong before and what I was hoping for in my wedding look. Amy was very thorough in explaining her approach, and had even researched my photographer’s work, and explained how different approaches to make-up would work with her style of photography. My trial was a huge relief, as Amy was very open to feedback about what was working and what wasn’t. It was such a fun, collaborative effort that felt like hanging out with a good friend.

On the day, Amy was fully prepared (even there before us!) and created a beautiful, natural look, exactly what I was hoping for. We did not use foundation, but more of a lighter approach, and I felt so comfortable in my skin. My hair held up all day and looked just as amazing in the evening as when it was first done. Additionally, Amy brought along two amazing colleagues that helped with my girls’ hair and make-up - they also did an amazing job!

I’m so thankful I listened to my gut. Changing vendors 2 months out from the wedding was stressful, but Amy helped ease all HAMU-related stress I had. Thank you for everything, Amy!!
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 07/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amy is amazing!

Not only is Amy a very sweet and kind person, she is very talented and so amazing to work with! She made me feel so beautiful and I’m so happy I chose her for my special day. I wouldn’t have wanted to work with anyone else! ❤️
Jamie
Jamie Sent on 06/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the Best

Initially, we were booked with another makeup artist that cancelled unexpectedly, which ended up being a blessing in disguise. Thank goodness the stars aligned and allowed Amy to swoop in and save us from spinning out. The initial trial in Feb. was full of laughter and we felt like we’d known Amy for years. Fast forward to June 8th, there was more laughter and lots of happy tears. My hair and makeup withstood all I could throw at it that day! My wife and I are so grateful for Amy and was in great hands on our wedding day.
Jenna
Jenna Sent on 06/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Experience

We are so thankful that even with some short notice for a hair & makeup trial, Amy went above and beyond to work her schedule out with ours and could do our hair & makeup for our wedding! She made us feel absolutely stunning, was easy to work with, and helped make our day truly special. She paid special attention to our requests and made us feel like the most beautiful versions of ourselves! She was always easy to get in touch with, always on time, and so easy to be around - would highly recommend to everyone!
M
Mary Sent on 08/03/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Truly Wonderful

You guys. I cannot say enough great things about Amy. She was timely, considerate, fun, kind, and she was dang good. The entire process was so professional. I am really picky about my hair and make up, I don't want something over the top but I also want something that is more than an every day look. I felt like she listened to every thing I wanted (she schedules a phone call and looks at your pinterest boards) and implemented it perfectly. It was truly the most beautiful I have ever felt and my now husband (!!!!) thought it was the most beautiful I had ever looked. I can't say enough great things. Oh! And this was the third wedding we had to reschedule (covid) and she made herself available even though her wedding was right around the corner. I feel blessed to have met her and beyond thankful for her services!
Jaylee
Jaylee Sent on 07/20/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing hair and makeup artist

Amy was amazing to work with. First, she took all the proper precautions for doing hair and makeup during COVID-19. I sent her ideas, and she nailed my vision. Looking like the best version of myself without looking like a different person on my wedding day was important to me, and she captured that perfectly. She was professional while also being so personal. I love that she takes the time to make each look personal for every bride.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

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