Tatiana Samarkina Irving is a prominent Los Angeles-based makeup artist and hair stylist with over 15 years of experience working in fashion, photo, film, music video, commercial print and advertising. She is noted for working alongside high profile celebrities, photographers and fashion stylists for Esquire, L’Officiel and Men’s Health just to name a few. Originally from Moscow, Russia, Tatiana works at her Braid & Makeup Studio in Santa Monica and continues to make a name for herself in the industry. She actively pursues her education and immerses herself in the current trends and specializes in stylish hair braids, unique braiding and wedding hairstyles.

The Braid & Makeup Studio provides unique and stylish hair braiding services and makeup in Santa Monica or at your location. We are available for weddings, special events, parties, photo shoots, videos and more.

The Braid & Makeup Studio specializes in stylish hair braids, unique braiding and wedding hairstyles. E.g., fishtails, ultimate fishtail, messy tail, tapered braid, messy side braid, hair twists, loose fish braid, side braid, braidhawk, milkmaid braids, katniss braid, double waterfall braid, hair bow bun, crown braid, braided rose bun, dutch, french braids, mermaid braid, strand braids, herringbone braids, lace braids, twist, classic, and kids hairstyles. Other services include professional makeup and hair styles for special occasions, bridal parties, weddings, headshots, beauty pageants, fashion shows, photo shoots, films, commercials, and events.

*Available by appointment only. Please call, text 310-994-3670 or email thebraidstudio@gmail.com to schedule an appointment 7 days a week. We are located inside an upscale building in Santa Monica near 3rd Street Promenade.