So grateful for Larisa! I booked all my vendors a year before my wedding and was feeling secure. Then just a handful of months before the date, my makeup artist canceled on me. I was distraught.

The makeup plays such a huge role of course and I spent months prior trialing with artists who could do my skin tone, as a black woman. I didn’t want to go back through this search and money to trial again. Honestly thank god for one of my bridesmaids who forwarded Larisa’s page because an associate of hers had her makeup done the year prior. I went through her page and saw not only the fantastic makeup she created, but how it looked flawless on all the women, no matter the skin tone. This mattered because my bridal party was made of different races and varying skin tones. I needed someone who understood them all and Larisa was definitely that person.

Larisa was quick to respond and we set a trial. When I met her she was so polite and kind. She listened to what I wanted and I walked away from the trial feeling good. I even sent follow up notes the next day, after giving the makeup time to settle, and she assured me she could address everything. Her work and confidence made me confident. I signed the contract and we were good to go!

As we approached the big day I was grateful to Larisa for her promptness in answering my questions regarding what makeup I should include in my touch up kit, and what kind of skin prep would be helpful. Any time I reached out she got back to me.

It was wedding day and she arrived right on time, earlier than me actually. She got right to work, not stopping to eat anything until her work was complete. She was steadied and focused, finishing each of my ladies one by one beautifully. She timed herself so well to ensure she got everyone done and that a lot of time was dedicated to me. When I sat in the chair we went over the trial and changes, and the finished product was unbelievable. It’s really interesting watching her work, how precise and careful she is, and the gentlest touch that she has. I couldn’t have felt more beautiful ! More importantly, my ladies felt beautiful and Larisa was so accommodating in the end, even with the time crunch she applied lashes to my mother in law and her friend who came in last minute asking for them.

Honestly, Larisa was a gem to work with. I’m so honored to have been her client. I’m so thankful last minute I was able find her and secure my date with her. I highly advise any bride to reach out if you want to look your absolute best on your wedding day!