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Kim Guiley is a licensed hair stylist and makeup artist based in the Bay Area. She lives in Santa Cruz and specializes in hair and makeup styling for weddings, events, and photo shoots. She also offers individual and group beauty classes and parties.

Kim’s focus is on natural, radiant beauty. She believes that hair and makeup styling should accentuate your best features and strives to make every client look and feel their absolute best.

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Frequently asked questions

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

Which of the following are included in prices?

Consultation
Trial Service

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Updos / Styling
Hair Trial
On-Site Hair

What makeup services do you offer?

Eye Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes

Reviews of Kim Guiley Hair & Makeup Design

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Logan Sent on 06/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Kim is incredible

Kim is literally the best. She is the sweetest person ever and so extremely calming during the whole process. She was a dream to work with, super responsive, communicative with all my bridesmaids, flexible with a last minute makeup add, and talented beyond belief. I honestly can't wait for another opportunity to work with her. I could not have been any happier with my hair and makeup - she gave me the exact look I was going for, but better! I seriously love her - you would be making the best decision ever to use Kim!
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Lisa Sent on 05/10/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing hair & make up artist

Kim is so talented! She helped me feel calm, happy and confident throughout my wedding day.
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Allison Sent on 07/27/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Kim was very enthusiastic and attentive. She helped me feel so beautiful on my wedding day and was so positive and upbeat. She really listened to what I was looking for and worked hard to make it happen! She also worked really well with our photographer and helped made sure he was able to get some great, "getting ready" shots. Loved her!
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Sophie Sent on 03/23/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Kim Guiley did my hair and makeup for my October 2014 wedding. She also did my maid of honor's hair.

I first got in touch with Kim after finding her here on WeddingWire because I liked her simple, natural approach to beauty. I am so very glad I found her because she was a real pleasure to work with and I loved how my hair and makeup looked!

Kim was very thoughtful, communicative, and conscientious throughout the process. She made me feel very comfortable at the trial - she really listened and understood the look I wanted. And she is friendly and genuinely fun to hang out with! I had a great time chatting and getting to know her during the trial and on the morning of my wedding.

Not only that, she did a really wonderful job on my hair and makeup. I felt beautiful while still myself on my wedding day. Plus my hair and makeup held up to a pretty epic dance party!

I very highly recommend Kim Guiley to anyone looking for a great hair and makeup artist to do a lovely, fresh, natural look for their wedding day.
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User1935404 Sent on 11/22/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Kim did my hair and makeup for my wedding and I was BEYOND happy with how everything turned out. Kim totally listened to what I wanted. My makeup was perfect--so pretty, natural, and I totally felt like myself with it. My hair was a wispy updo that I loved.

Kim and her team also did hair/makeup for my six bridesmaids, my mom, my husband's mom. I loved that Kim emailed everyone asking for a photo and their hair/makeup vision before the event, so everyone got what they wanted.

Kim and her team were SO sweet and professional. I had so much fun during the day of getting ready and Kim made it easy to stay relaxed before the wedding. All nine of us were finished on time (or maybe even early!)

I really can't recommend her enough!
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Laina Sent on 10/17/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Kim was an absolute DREAM to work with. She went above and beyond during our trial to do my hair and makeup exactly how I wanted it for the wedding, and then gave me a completely different look to wear to my bridal shower that day so my hair wouldn't be the same for both events.

The day of the wedding, I had planned to get ready with all of my girlfriends, but there was so much last minute stuff to do that it was just me and Kim for most of the time before the ceremony. I was totally freaking out and she completely put me at ease. Not to mention that she made me look and feel like a beautiful princess for my special day.

I would enthusiastically recommend Kim for all hair and makeup needs for your next special event. Plus she has an amazing etsy shop you should be sure to check out if you have little ones. https://www.etsy.com/shop/HeartofHazel

Thank you Kim for everything!
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User1862989 Sent on 10/14/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Kim is amazing, you should stop reading other reviews and move forward with her, without hesitation! She was recommended by my photograhper Susannah Gill and what a find! I worked with her for my October 2014 wedding. She was easy to work with, highly responsive, professional and very invested in making things perfect for my event. Prior to our trial she prompted me to send her hair and make-up pictures so that we both could begin to get an idea of what I wanted for the big day. She was communicative and prompt, both for the trial and my wedding day. She created a calm, relaxing environment during both sessions and it was a pleasure to work with her. She did my hair and make-up, as well as my MOH, and even styled the hair of my MOH's husband when he forgot his hair gel on the big day! So awesome. She was very open to suggestion to ensure that the look was the way I wanted it. I received so many comments that my eyes looked so "big and beautiful" and that my skin looked "fresh and dewy," and my hair was fantastic. Kim also works very quickly with a beautiful result; she clearly knows her craft. I have no constructive feedback for Kim (and I'm a harsh critic); she's just that good. I made this review anonymous for privacy reasons, but if you reach out to Kim, she knows she can use me as a reference!
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Laura Sent on 07/07/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Kim is an excellent hair stylist and make-up artist. What I love about Kim is her easy going nature and attention to detail. Kim has an amazing demeanor and has the ability to put your mind at ease when you are sitting in the chair on that very important and somewhat anxious day.

I met with Kim a few weeks before my wedding with a few photo ideas of the hair style I was looking for on my wedding day. In less than 90 minutes she had completed the perfect trial run. I wanted and an up-do, but I did not want it to look to severe. I was looking for something relaxed yet classy and elegant. There was no need for a second trial...she got it done the first time around.

On my wedding day, Kim showed up right on schedule at my hotel room (actually she was early which was so very very nice!!). We had plenty of time to visit and talk about placement of the jeweled pins I had bought to put in my hair. She was so relaxed and sweet...making the entire experience absolutely lovely and stress free.

I can't thank her enough for adding that special touch to my wedding day!!
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Mary Sent on 08/11/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Kim (and Jonathan) were fantastic! Would absolutely recommend them both. Thanks for helping make Kristin and Kyle's wedding amazing!
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Jo Sent on 07/03/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Kim is absolutely fantastic at her craft. Kim contacted me in response to and ad I had placed on Craigslist for a wedding officiant. She took the time to give me great advice on finding an officiant for our very non-traditional wedding and also offered her services to me. Hair & makeup had been far from my mind at the time, as finding the perfect stylist for a mid-morning wedding in the middle of a national park seemed like a daunting task.

Kim was great in catering to my special needs and put together a wonderful hair/makeup lesson for me. Kim and her husband were extremely hospitable and professional. The lesson was thorough and Kim made it comfortable and easy to follow along. She took the time to make sure I felt prepared and confident...and the big day went off without a hitch. Many thanks and much love to Kim! So talented!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Marwa Eshmawy Makeup + Hair Marwa Eshmawy Makeup + Hair Wedding Hair & Makeup

From the first time I met Kim, I could tell she was very talented and professional. She takes her craft very seriously and is very good at what she does. Kim is poised, easy going and personable which in turn puts her clients at ease when working with her. I highly recommend Kim to everyone...She can get the job done well!!

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