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Modern Green Goddess by Ky Washington serves the DC Metro area, Northern Virginia, MD and beyond with destination wedding service. (formerly Richie Makeup) Ky Washington and her team pride themselves on keeping up with the latest techniques and technologies. They offer unique services, such as a green, non-toxic makeup, and a calming environment to make your day perfect. We are excited to service you on your big day.

Experience

Ky Washington is the owner of Modern Green Goddess. She’s been fascinated by beauty services since she was a little girl, and has been a part of the wedding industry for over a decade. Ky has won multiple awards, and has had the opportunity to work with celebrities, catwalks, TV, film sets, photo shoots, seminars and webcasts throughout the years. Ky leads a healthy lifestyle so she and her team use only “clean” non-toxic hair and beauty products.

Services Offered

In addition to providing chic makeup for your big day, this passionate company also offers hair services as well. They're happy to work with bridal parties of any size, on-site. Ky and her team are experienced at doing makeup for all types of ethnicities, and they promise to exceed your expectations. They offer consultations and trials, so you can figure out exactly what you would like to have for your big day. Additional services include, but are not limited to:

  • Multiple stylists
  • Skincare
  • Contour makeup
  • Eye makeup
  • Fake lashes
  • Natural makeup
  • Updos and styling
  • Blowouts
  • Black-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$400

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

$400

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

$125

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

$125

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

$400

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

$400

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

$125

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?

$15

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

$125

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

$125

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
Men's Grooming
Skincare

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Extensions
Textured Hair Styling
Updos / Styling
Hair Trial
On-Site Hair

What makeup services do you offer?

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

Reviews of Modern Green Goddess

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Ky, from "Modern Green Goddess," is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for bridal and bridal party makeup. She is praised for her professionalism, flexibility, and ability to create natural, long-lasting looks using clean beauty products. Reviewers appreciate Ky's calming presence and ability to tailor the makeup to individual preferences. Her team is also commended for their efficient and timely service. Overall, customers highly recommend Ky for her talent, clean beauty expertise, and collaborative approach to creating the desired look for the special day.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Ky, from "Modern Green Goddess," is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for bridal and bridal party makeup. She is praised for her professionalism, flexibility, and ability to create natural, long-lasting looks using clean beauty products. Reviewers appreciate Ky's calming presence and ability to tailor the makeup to individual preferences. Her team is also commended for their efficient and timely service. Overall, customers highly recommend Ky for her talent, clean beauty expertise, and collaborative approach to creating the desired look for the special day.

Lindsey
Lindsey Sent on 11/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Loved working with Ky!

Ky was awesome - she was friendly, calm, professional, and made me look amazing! First, she was very flexible with my timing and needs - I planned my wedding 2 months out and lucked out that it was a Sunday and she was available. Second, I have really sensitive skin and chemical sensitivity and the products she used did not make me break out in acne or hives. Finally, I looked incredible - she knew exactly what would and wouldn't compliment my features and was able to achieve the look I wanted despite the amount of hair that I had shed between our trial and the wedding day (thank you, stress). My pony tail had gotten noticeably thinner but she was still able to work her magic - including when the florist erroneously brought a floral barrette not a floral comb right at the last minute. Highly recommend!
Evan
Evan Sent on 06/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Made my day relaxing and beautiful

Ky was suggested to me by my wedding planner and working with her was one of the best decisions I made. Ky was flexible and accommodating through the appointment making process. She was also super helpful in collaborating with me on a look, as I'm indecisive and don't wear makeup regularly.

Ky gave me the perfect "makeup-less" look I wanted that LASTED ALL NIGHT. Definitely recommend and will be using her again in the future. Thank Ky!
Polly
Polly Sent on 06/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

flawless makeup & hair!

I loved my makeup/hair with Ky! She was so flexible during the trial to get exactly what I wanted, and spent as much time as we needed getting it right. I had some (very) minor comments with the makeup itself and she took the notes exactly and delivered flawlessly on my wedding day. I had so many compliments on my makeup and hair, and most importantly, I felt beautiful. The makeup also photographed so well. Ky is such a sweet and lovely person - she made sure to set a calming vibe at both the trial and on my wedding day, and was a pleasure to work with! Can't recommend her enough!
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Awards

98
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

8 Endorsements
Splash DJ Splash DJ Wedding DJs

Absolute pleasure to work with!

Brie Cafferty Hair and Makeup, Inc. Brie Cafferty Hair and Makeup, Inc. Wedding Hair & Makeup

I highly recommend Ky Washington. Ky does both amazing hair and makeup- you won't be disappointed!

Red Carpet Ready Makeup Shauné Hayes Red Carpet Ready Makeup Shauné Hayes Wedding Hair & Makeup

I have worked with Ky on many occasions and she never disappoints. She is very skilled at makeup and hair equally. She is patient and really works with brides to create their wedding day look while also using her expertise to make thoughtful suggestions. She is professional, personable and very dependable and you wouldn't regret choosing to work with her.

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