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De Barkley and her team are a highly talented group of professional hair and makeup artists experience in various areas such as fashion, print, film, video, bridal and special events. With more than 10 years experience, De has the ability to achieve any flawless look from soft and natural to edgy and avant garde. She is an expert in all skin tones and hair textures utilizing salon quality and hypoallergenic products to create a fresh look that lasts day and night. She has studied under former MAC artist Marisa Lambert, attended Arrojo Cosmetology School and Make-Up Designory and is a NY State licensed cosmetologist.

De grew up in the New York Metro area where her artistic gifts were recognized at a very young age. With her parents’ encouragement, she studied dance, voice and acting throughout her childhood where she got her first taste of hair and makeup artistry, creating looks to compliment her costumes and characters. A love of the entertainment industry and her need to always “think out of the box,” lead her to study marketing in college and become an executive working for such international media companies as Playboy Enterprise and MTV Networks. While enjoying an exciting marketing career, De decided to make her cosmetology dream a reality and started her own freelance business. She continues to educate herself on the latest trends and loves to share her knowledge with others.

De’s vibrant personality, calm demeanor and sincere professionalism puts people at ease, and everyone that sits in her chair is given the star treatment.

Base in the New York Metro Area, De and her team are available for travel.

For more info, photos and client reviews, check out facebook.com/debarkley

BRIDAL:

De Barkley and her team create unique, ethereal bridal looks that compliments one's gown, accentuates the hair's natural texture and showcases the face's best features. She ensures a flawless look that will radiate not only in person but in pictures and video as well. By creating a fun and calm environment, De always aspires to make the bride and her party look and feel amazing!

Base in the New York Metro Area, De and her team are available for travel.

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Reviews of De Barkley Hair and Makeup Artistry

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Kelly Sent on 12/27/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Top class service, De arrived to hotel and gave her suggestions and opinion for mine and my bridesmaids hair and we felt so much confidence in her

Absolutely loved our hair, De was super and took the weather into consideration which i would not have thought of. Top service!!
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Eleanor Sent on 05/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating
De is amazing! She did the hair and makeup for myself and my bridesmaid for my wedding this past Saturday, and we could not be happier! Neither of us typically do our hair or makeup, and she was able to create a look that felt very natural! She answered all our questions, and finished an hour early! It was affordable, and she came right to us! I would absolutely recommend De!!!
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Carrie Sent on 07/17/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Me and my now husband were married via A Central Park Wedding on 23rd December 2013. De was recommended by Christa our wedding planner and carried out my hair and make up on the morning of the wedding. Due to us living in the UK we corresponded via email which was pleasant and efficient. On the morning of the wedding De was prompt and extremely professional, however she also did a brilliant job of calming my nerves, chatting and making the morning pass easily. I was over the moon with how she styled me, as I had requested to be 'not too bride like' which I know is a strange request on your wedding day, however is did this perfectly.... Due to us marrying in Central Park, and it being December, it of course rained (heavily), so my hair got very wet but still stayed well pinned and my make up was immaculate all day. To sum up De was wonderful and if I were to ever get married in NY again (let's hope not), she would be first on my list.
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Sarah Sent on 11/14/2013
5 out of 5 rating
De was so great to work with! She made the trip out to Grounds for Scultpure with her assistant for a full morning of hair and makeup for myself, 5 bridesmaids, and my mother. She did such a wonderful job keeping everything on time and was able to give us exactly what we were looking for. I only had one hair and makeup trial during my wedding planning - once I met with De, I knew I didn't have to look any more! Thank you so much De!!
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Jackie Sent on 07/10/2013
5 out of 5 rating
De did an amazing job!!! From the moment she showed up at my hotel room she put me at ease and made the experience a great one! Everyone (even strangers on the street) commented on how beautiful I looked!! She is equally as sweet as she is talented!! Thank you De!! - Jackie (Giannforte) Mangini
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Marilyn Sent on 03/19/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Love, Love, Love De! We traveled from Florida to NYC to be married in Central Park. De came to our hotel room to work her magic with my hair and make up! Providing that service alone was so much nicer than me having to run around town to look for a salon. And De has the best personality. It was so much fun to meet her!
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Alexandra Sent on 08/08/2012
5 out of 5 rating
De is absolutely the person you want there with you as you are getting ready for your big day! She is an excellent artist, has a calming presence, and is able to take control of any situation. I loved the hair style and natural-looking make-up De did for me, my maid of honor, and my mom. De also saved the day with her magic touch on the broken zipper of my MOH's dress! She is truly amazing and wonderful to work with. I would highly recommend her!
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Larissa Sent on 08/09/2011
5 out of 5 rating
De is amazing! De did an awesome job on our hair... my 7 bridesmaids, 3 moms, grandma, and myself De was very patient and sweet from the day I met her for the trial. She is very professional, and got all 12 of us ready on time for the wedding! Thanks De! We love you!! Team Larissa & Steve
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User2248086 Sent on 07/23/2015
4.4 out of 5 rating
The stylist that I worked with did an amazing job with my hair and makeup- everything stayed put for the entire wedding and the hair even lasted for 12 hours. They were able to replicate exactly what I wanted for the hair and the result was a better version of me without being too heavily made up. Perfect for my laid back, intimate wedding!
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