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Nika Vaughan Bridal Artists team specializes in beauty, airbrush, and bridal makeup for events, photography, and video. Our team of experienced hair stylists and makeup artists offer on-location services, and feels that every bride should feel and look like the most beautiful version of herself on her wedding day.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$175

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

$125

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

$75

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

$125

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

$175

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

$125

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

$135

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?

$175

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

$125

What is the base price for airbrush makeup for brides?

$175

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

$125

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

$135

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

$125

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Men's Grooming

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Extensions
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
Tattoo Coverage

Reviews of Nika Vaughan Bridal Artists

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Jackie Sent on 08/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 Wedding Hair Experience

Samantha and Jackie worked with me and my wedding party, and I could not recommend them enough! I started out with a phone call consultation with Samantha, and by just describing my hair, she already had multiple ideas of what would look good and sent me inspo pictures almost immediately. At the hair trial, Samantha made me feel comfortable, heard, and let me try out a couple different looks. On the day-of, we decided to switch the look up a little bit, and it was truly perfect! I’ve literally never gotten so many compliments about my hair in my entire life. Jackie did the hair for my wedding party, mom, and officiant, and everyone loved their looks! Samantha and Jackie made everyone feel calm, cool, and comfortable in both their work and personal conversations, especially on a day that can feel stressful and overwhelming. Overall, my experience with Nika Vaughan Bridal Artists was 10/10 (including all the planning, email communication, phone calls, and hair styling). I would highly recommend them, especially Samantha & Jackie, for all your hair needs!!
Catherine
Catherine Sent on 12/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely stunning!

I had the pleasure of working with Lia for my wedding, and let me just say, Lia is the bomb! If I were to ever have my makeup done professionally again, I would choose her again in a heartbeat. Not only was my makeup unbelievably flawless, but so was my Mom's and my bridesmaid's makeup. I don't wear makeup very often and when I do I do the bare minimum, so I had no real idea of what I was looking for. Lia did her magic, was so fun to be around during the trial process and the day-of, and we all could not stop talking about how happy we were with our makeup. Thank you!!!
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Hayley Sent on 07/20/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Hair and Makeup

We had Crystal and Kristina for hair and makeup and they were both amazing! Crystal was so good with giving feedback on what she thought would work best for everyone’s hair and they all came out great! Kristina did a perfect job with makeup and everyone looked beautiful and still like themselves. They were so fun to work with and I couldn’t recommend them more!
Laura
Laura Sent on 03/18/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Masterful team

This team of hair and makeup stylists are absolutely EXCEPTIONAL. I am a professional event planner and I highly recommend this team to ALL of my clients. They are on my preferred vendor list. I adore them. I have also hired this team to do my hair and makeup for my professional headshots and you guys, I LOOKED AMAZING. Any of their incredible artists will make you look and feel like Beyonce. They are FIERCE! I can't recommend them enough. Support your local, small, woman owned businesses y'all!!
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Jillian Sent on 11/28/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience!

I worked with Nika Vaughn for my wedding day hair and it was a great experience! Crystal worked magic with all of my bridesmaids and mom, and did a great job with my hair. She was so easy to work with and helped make me feel beautiful on my special day!
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Mariah Sent on 11/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great Chicago vendor!

The Nika Vaughan Bridal Artists company was great to work with! I used their wedding makeup services for myself and my 3 bridesmaids for my recent wedding and we all LOVED the makeup. The makeup was very natural and lasted the entire night with little to no touch ups. My makeup artist, Kristina, was very professional and on-time. Molly, the office coordinator, was great at communicating with my planner through email and was flexible with working with my day-of timeline. As the bride, they also gifted me a small makeup emergency kit which I thought was very thoughtful. Overall great.
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Kathi Sent on 06/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The makeup was natural and perfect

We used Nika and Jen Kaye for wedding day makeup. Everyone looked like the best version of themselves. No one looked overly made up and the makeup lasted all day. I highly recommend.
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 06/15/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding! Couldn't have asked for better.

Nika did my hair and makeup for my destination wedding in Mexico. This means humidity, sweat, and tears (good ones)! The whole experience from booking, preview, to day-of was stellar. The whole booking and scheduling process is streamlined and easy. They provided all of the detail I needed and answered any questions I had quickly. I had a ton of fun doing the preview and never felt nervous or weird about giving feedback. Nika is a super sweet person and is very skilled at what she does. The day of everything went SO well and my hair and makeup held up great! I got a lot of compliments on both :) The "getting ready" portion of a wedding is a pretty vulnerable time (the ramp up to the ceremony, nerves, excitement, etc) so it was essential to have a caring and calm person there while you're getting pretty. Plus, she made sure I didn't get a sunburn that day! For sure recommend this company to anyone getting married!
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Sarah Sent on 10/18/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I knew I wanted to work with the Nika Vaughan team when my friend got married and they did a stunning job on her makeup! We worked with Christina and she was incredible! My bridesmaids and I all wanted a natural look and Christina did such a good job! I was hesitant about airbrush makeup since I had never done it before but it is so natural and really stays on all day. Christina is so sweet and so talented! We loved working with her!
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Ally Sent on 08/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had Nora and Xotchilt do hair and makeup for me and my bridesmaids the morning of my wedding. Nora did my hair and makeup and the bridesmaids’ makeup, while Xotchilt did the bridesmaids’ hair. Both of them were amazing and so talented! They worked with our “wedding style” so perfectly – the bridesmaids looked stunning and Nora made my hair look exactly the way I pictured it. I wanted everything to look natural and effortless and they both did such a great job. I would use them again in a heartbeat.
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Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
Creativo Loft Creativo Loft Rooftop Weddings

Nika is extremely talented and professional, and at the top of our list when couples ask us about makeup referrals. Exceptionally high quality work with all types of complexions. Clients always look fresh and sophisticated, and never over-done. Always spot on with perfect look for each bride's specific personality and style.

Five Grain Events Five Grain Events Wedding Planners

Gorgeous makeup and an all-around fun person to be around. Highly recommend Nika!

AnitaWeds AnitaWeds Wedding Officiants

I can't say enough wonderful things about Nika Vaughan! She not only has the gift of making someone look beautiful, she has the unique ability to make you FEEL beautiful, too. I speak from experience, as she did my make up prior to a ceremony. I am NOT a big make-up wearer, and was a bit hesitant, but I loved the results. I had lots of compliments that day and I felt great! I've also seem Nika work with several couples prior to their ceremony. She takes the time to understand what they want and they are thrilled with her work! Nika is a talented professional - she's also patient, understanding.... and really fun! I highly recommend her!

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