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Blush and Braids Beauty Bar is a wedding beauty service based in Chicago, Illinois. Our goal as hair and makeup artists is to listen intently and work collaboratively so that you can have the best experience possible for your special day. Our focus is on your wants and needs, and we aim to provide a smooth, stress-free process from start to finish.

Services Offered

At Blush and Braids Beauty Bar, Our services are gender inclusive, and we do not discriminate on any basis of identification or race. We offer both airbrush and standard foundation options and full hair services as well. Before your big day, we are happy to begin with a hair and makeup trial to help you confirm the aesthetic and style you want. Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions you may have!

  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$200

What is the price of trial service for blowouts for brides?

$150

What is the base price for blowouts for attendants/family members?

$125

What is the price of trial service for blowouts for attendants/family members?

$125

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

$200

What is the price of trial service for updos/styling for brides?

$150

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

$125

What is the price of trial service for updos/styling for attendants/family members?

$125

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$200

What is the price of trial service for traditional makeup for brides?

$150

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$200

What is the price of trial service for airbrush makeup for brides?

$150

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

$125

What is the price of trial service for traditional makeup for attendants/family members?

$125

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What is the starting price for facials?

$100

What is the starting price for tanning services?

$50

Which of the following are included in prices?

Consultation

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Facials
Men's Grooming
Skincare

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Coloring
Extensions
Haircuts
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
Brow/Lash Tinting
Tattoo Coverage

What hair removal services do you offer?

Waxing

What tanning services do you offer?

Spray Tanning

What is the maximum group size you can accommodate?

40

Reviews of Blush and Braids Beauty Bar

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Blush and Braids Beauty Bar is consistently praised for professional, communicative, and talented hair and makeup teams who deliver flattering, long-lasting looks for many skin tones and hair types. Clients loved the trials, punctuality, touch-up kits, and relaxed, spa-like prep. A few noted rare artist swaps and occasional frizz or fading in bad weather.

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Blush and Braids Beauty Bar is consistently praised for professional, communicative, and talented hair and makeup teams who deliver flattering, long-lasting looks for many skin tones and hair types. Clients loved the trials, punctuality, touch-up kits, and relaxed, spa-like prep. A few noted rare artist swaps and occasional frizz or fading in bad weather.

Megan
Megan Sent on 12/27/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Hire them immediately!

Sarah is one of the most incredible make-up artists (and people) I’ve ever had a chance to work with. Blush and Braids Beauty Bar (stylist Sarah) did my hair and makeup for my engagement photos as well as my makeup and all of my bridesmaids’ makeup for our wedding day. Everyone’s makeup turned out fabulous and lasted for photos all afternoon, the ceremony, and dancing all night! I am so happy looking at the way my makeup turned out in photos—it was EXACTLY how I wanted it. I cannot recommend this team enough. Additionally, Sarah was such a fun and calming energy on the big day—the girls all said how much she fit right into the fun of the day.
Alexandra
Alexandra Sent on 09/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best glam experience!

I had the absolute best experience with Blush and Braids for my wedding! They were amazing from start to finish - so easy to work with, professional, and right on time the morning of. Every single person in my bridal party loved their makeup, and that included a group with a range of cultural backgrounds. My mom and my mother-in-law were both very nervous to get their hair/makeup done and they both ended up loving their looks. The team listened carefully and took real-time feedback into account to make sure everyone was comfortable and happy with every detail of their look.

Our hair and makeup lasted flawlessly all day and night - even after being outside in the heat, dancing, and sweating, everything still looked fresh. The touch up kits were perfect as well. As the bride, I received so many compliments on how natural and beautiful my makeup was. I can’t recommend Blush and Braids enough for any bride looking for a talented, professional, and thoughtful glam team!
Alexa
Alexa Sent on 11/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most gorgeous I have felt in my life!

I HIGHLY recommend using BBBB for your beauty services. As a bride who doesn't typically wear makeup and has naturally curly/wavy hair, my priority for hair/makeup services was finding a place who would make me look and feel beautiful and confident, but still like myself. The BBBB team KNOCKED it out of the park. Amy (makeup), Milian (hair) and Brenda (hair/makeup) were so kind and professional while doing hair/makeup for myself, my mother, my two grandmothers, my mother-in-law, and my two maids-of-honor. They kept us on schedule, but were flexible when someone was running behind or needed to take a break. Their energy was fun, warm, and relaxing, which helped to really set the tone for the day. Everyone was saying how the morning of the wedding felt almost like a spa experience – it was that relaxing! We all looked beautiful, seriously. And we all felt like *ourselves*, which was a top priority for us. I remarked to my husband that I felt the most beautiful I have ever felt in my life on my wedding day – and I don't know if I'll ever feel more gorgeous! So much of that is attributed to the hair and makeup services I received from BBBB. I felt so confident heading into our wedding day. Not once did I feel preoccupied about my appearance, because the artists crushed it. Thank you BBBB crew for making such a special, cherished day all the more magical.
Kasia
Kasia Sent on 09/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend!!

Blush and Braids was so great for my wedding day! I worked with Lerin for makeup and Jenn for hair, and they were both excellent!! They both listened to what I wanted and brought my vision to life. My bridesmaids also felt so happy and beautiful! My hair and makeup lasted all day long – I really didn't have to do any touch-ups either. The Blush and Braids team was so wonderful – I highly recommend them to everyone!! A HUGE thank you to both Lerin & Jenn!!
Mary
Mary Sent on 09/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

August 2024 Wedding!

Kayla B. booked through Blush and Braids Beauty Bar (Tacoma & Seattle) was absolutely amazing! From the start, she was so fun and made me feel so comfortable at my wedding hair trial. It was like sitting down chatting with a friend the entire time! The trial was so beautiful and I scheduled a follow up with her for a trim a few weeks later to get ready for my wedding day. I had not had a hair cut in a very long time but I absolutely trusted her and my hair felt so healthy!
On the wedding day, Kayla was again so great to work with and she made me and my bridesmaids feel so beautiful! I changed up my wedding hair vision a few days before and Kayla and Blush and Braids Beauty Bar were able to accommodate and communicate to each other about those changes. My wedding hair was so incredible and I got emotional when it was completed when I looked in the mirror. That was such a special moment for me because I truly felt like the most beautiful bride. I can’t thank Kayla enough for that moment and being such a genuine person. She truly cares about her clients and puts in that effort but somehow makes it look effortless! I highly recommend Kayla and Blush and Braid Beauty for your wedding!

- Mary
L
Liz C. Sent on 08/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Washington hair and make-up wedding services - feel beautiful, look beautiful!

I stumbled across Blush and Braids Beauty Bar and was delighted to see they have wedding hair and make up services in Seattle. They are upfront about their service pricing which I really appreciated, and answered any and all concerns. When there was a change in one of the artists hired, Katie quickly stepped up and offered to take the artist's place. Planning an out of state wedding, Katie was flexible and patient with me with scheduling when I was in Seattle for the trial. Katie took her time during the trial and immediately knew when I wasn't too thrilled about something. She took no offense and made sure that the look was exactly how I wanted it as she wanted to make sure I felt beautiful and comfortable. On the wedding day, Katie and Kimberly got straight to setting up and getting our hair and makeup done. Kimberly did an awesome job on my bridal party and mother-in-law, ensuring each person loved their look. Katie completed both my bridal hair and make-up and I felt stunning by the end of it. We were running behind on our timeline but Katie stayed back to make sure our flower girl's hair was perfect. Touch up kits were provided and my hair and make up lasted the heat and the entire day!
J
Julia Sent on 07/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Choose Blush and Braids!

Blush Braids Beauty Bar was absolutely incredible to work with for my wedding! Starting with the planning process, they are incredibly detail-orientated when it comes to inspiration photos and fully understanding your vision. Then, the trial went amazing. I was very comfortable and the artists were truly interested in making your dream come to life. They constantly asked for your approval, if you would like anything changed, or if there was anything else you would like to try all while offering amazing advice given the high level of knowledge and expertise held by all stylists. On the day of the wedding, the artist were all incredibly timely. I had 7 bridesmaids, two mothers, and myself that needed hair and makeup done. Milian, Brenda, and Jenna were INCREDIBLE! They fit in with our group so well, had amazing personalities, and their talent was IMPRESSIVE! All of my girls were thrilled with the final product and I have never felt more confident in my life. The wide range of styles accomplished was amazing and appreciated. My mom does not typically wear much makeup, so she was very nervous, but Brenda accomplished the perfect, natural look she was looking for. Lastly, my hair and makeup lasted ALL DAY despite the hours spent sweating on the dance floor :). A huge thank you to Blush Braids!
Olivia
Olivia Sent on 04/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

Natasha (makeup) and Kelsey (hair) were amazing to work with! Competitive pricing with other local vendors in the Seattle area, and the entire B&B team was easy to communicate with. I decided to change stylists after my first trial and they were so kind to accommodate. I am not a daily makeup wearer and wanted something simple - Natasha pulled it off beautifully with the airbrushing and my makeup lasted all night! A little Washington drizzle couldn’t be helped, and I still loved the final look for my hair.
Adriana
Adriana Sent on 04/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

So glad we chose BBBB!

The BBBB team is incredible! The work they do is excellent, and I would book them again in a heartbeat. The owner, Sarah, has quick and clear communication over email. I need to give a special shout out to Heather, who did my hair and makeup for both my engagement photos and wedding. Heather is a miracle worker. She listened to all of my concerns regarding my skin, recommended great skincare products to use to prep, and made me feel so beautiful through all of the wedding occasions! She makes great conversation, listens to exactly what you want, and can flawlessly recreate inspiration photos. If I ever need HMUA services in the future, Heather & BBBB will be my first choice! Thank you for making me and my girls look fabulous on our wedding day!!!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 03/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful & Affordable!

Blush and Braids Beauty Bar did an INCREDIBLE job on my wedding hair and makeup, along with the hair and makeup for my mom, mother-in-law, and four sisters. Each and every one of us received compliments all night on how natural yet glamorous our hair and makeup looked! I am an admittedly sweaty dancer, and my hair and makeup stayed in place even after hours on the dancefloor at my wedding! Sarah, Hung, and Eva made everyone in the bridal suite feel at ease, and were able to create beautiful looks on a bunch of different hair and skin types with no problem! Sarah was SO responsive throughout the entire planning process, always responding promptly to questions, and maintaining the highest level of professionalism, but also bringing the fun. Blush and Braids was amazing to work with, and I would highly recommend them to all future brides!!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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