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WHAT'S IN A NAME?

People often ask me how I came up with the name, TwoToneUmbrella.

I wanted something Fun, Fresh, and Unique that conveyed our company.

I love color and believe hair and makeup is about color and style and each person has their own, unique look -

so I envisioned two tones. I also wanted the name to convey protection and coverage, for our line of skincare products and

in addition, our outstanding customer service and an umbrella came to mind. And that's how the name

TwoToneUmbrella was born!

We are proud & honored to be published in

100 Layer Cake

Grace Ormonde Wedding Style

BelAire Bridal

OC Bride

Please vist our website www.TwoToneUmbrella.com for updated events, makeup, skincare and photos.

Looking forward to connecting with you!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for blowouts for brides?

$55

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

$75

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?

$75

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?

$75

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

$75

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?

$75

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

$75

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

$75

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

$75

Does makeup price include false lashes?

No

What is the base price for manicures?

$35

What is the base price for pedicures?

$35

What is the starting price for facials?

$75

What is the starting price for massage therapy?

$75

What is the starting price for tanning services?

$45

Which of the following are included in prices?

Consultation

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Facials
Manicure / Pedicure
Massages
Men's Grooming
Skincare

What hair services do you offer?

Blowouts
Coloring
Extensions
Relaxer
Haircuts
Keratin
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
Brow/Lash Tinting
Tattoo Coverage

What hair removal services do you offer?

Tweezing
Waxing

What tanning services do you offer?

Airbrush Tanning
Spray Tanning

Reviews of TwoToneUmbrella

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User2475877 Sent on 12/20/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Denise from Two Tone Umbrella was so professional and helpful. I had a lot of "silly" worries about hair and makeup. Once I did a trial with Denise I had complete trust in her! I would recommend her to any bride. I know she books up fast. I had to book my wedding 6 months in advance. ( just FYI) :)
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Malorie Sent on 12/11/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Two Tone Umbrella came out to do my hair and makeup on my wedding day and they were amazing!!! On time, professional and they made me feel perfect for the big day! I can not thank them enough for making my day so special! Hair and make up are a huge factor of how you feel on your wedding day... If you go with Two Tone Umbrella you won't be disappointed!!!
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Lena Sent on 10/30/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Having worked in the fashion industry for many years, I am very picky when it comes to choosing the right hair stylist and makeup artist. I wanted to find someone who could create a natural, effortless look without overdoing the hair or makeup. I was so lucky to have found Denise who works her magic in both areas. It is very rare these days to find someone who can master both hair and makeup equally well and who has such a large repertoire of skills. Denise is able to create a wide variety of looks for the appropriate occasion, whether it be a wedding day or engagement shoot, a high fashion editorial shoot, a more relaxed lifestyle shoot, or a special occasion.

Denise has a work ethic like no other. She delivers quality work with her meticulous attention to detail, her patience addressing all your needs and concerns as a client, and her prompt response and willingness to do the research and preparation to deliver the best results. If you ever have the chance to work with Denise on your engagement shoot, you will love her easy going and light-hearted personality, which is icing on the cake! She brings fun and passion to the photoshoot and will amaze you with her on site creativity.

Denise did a beautiful job at my wedding. I have also worked with her on several photoshoots over the years. She was able to address my severe allergic reaction to products containing wheat (gluten), soy, and dairy. The notes that she took during our conversations to ensure that things were done properly amazed me. On a recent shoot, I was shocked when she pulled out the notes that she had taken in preparation for our very first photoshoot several years back. It had a full description of my preferences, my allergies, and my requests. I can honestly say that this type of service goes above and beyond the norm. Denise has become a friend and my go-to hair stylist whenever I am in town. She is simply wonderful, and her work is guaranteed to impress you.
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User2349700 Sent on 10/04/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Denise and her team are AMAZING! They do such an awesome job on hair and makeup. And to top it off, they are so fun to hang out with! I had an absolute disaster happen to me for my destination wedding - I had hired a makeup artist a year in advance, and she cancelled on me 4 months before my wedding. In hindsight, this was pure luck! Denise and her team had done my sister's wedding in Laguna the year before, so I knew she did an incredible job, and luckily, she was still available for my wedding date!! I flew her and Hannah out for my Tahoe wedding, and I could not have been happier. They were super accommodating of my timelines, and flight/car/hotel arrangements. They did hair and makeup for my entire wedding party, and both moms. Everyone looked spectacular, and my photos were gorgeous. She understood what I was looking for and nailed it. Thank you Denise!

I should also mention that they did a superb job on everyone for my sister's wedding as well. Everyone looked just so beautiful! AND the makeup lasted perfectly ALL NIGHT!!! For everyone at both our weddings. My other sister slept in her makeup, and woke up looking gorgeous, ha. Anyway, if you're looking for makeup/hair stylists for any of your events, you won't be disappointed by hiring Two Tone Umbrella.
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Vicki Sent on 08/31/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Denise and her team were great, they came to the hotel and did Hair and Makeup on My mom, sister (Maid of Honor), My stepdaughter (Bridesmaid) as well as myself. Did I mention that the room wasn’t huge and I also had my mother in-law, sister in-law, her son, my two ring bearer (nephew's) my Flower girl (niece) and my brother in-law in the room with us. Denise didn’t complain about the small space and made everyone very happy. Denise also helped me with a Tattoo I wanted covered. She did a great job with using airbrush and other makeup to ensure that the makeup didn't come off on my dress everyone kept asking if I had it removed.
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Jeanette Sent on 08/31/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Two Tone Umbrella went above and beyond my expectations. Denise had been doing my hair for over 10 years, but hasn't done my makeup before my wedding. Denise is not only exceptional at what she does, she is also an incredible person. Denise listens to what you want, and gives honest feedback. She put me at ease during the entire process. She helped to calm me down when I was stressed about wedding planning, she made me feel really special every time she did my hair, and she gives the best advise weather it relates to hair/makeup/wedding or just life. She also helped me figure out my wedding day timeline. My venue had a weird set up for getting ready, and she helped me decide what would work best for the wedding day. She also really emphasizes looking naturally beautiful and not fake. Her ultimate goal is for you to look and feel incredible, no matter what. She is an expert in her field and individualizes her work to each client - there is no one look fits all with her, she makes YOU look YOUR best! Denise knows what makeup and hair looks good based on your face shape, completion, hair type, etc. When I did my makeup/hair trial I came to her with some general ideas, but didn't know exactly what I wanted. She helped me figure out the perfect look and the results were beyond anything I could have imagined. She also helped me find the perfect hair extension piece, and it matched my hair exactly (my friends were shocked that I had extensions in because it looked so flawless). On the day of the wedding, Denise and her assistant did an INCREDIBLE job. My hair and makeup were literally perfect, I've never looked so good in my life. I felt so beautiful on my wedding day thanks to Two Tone Umbrella. They also made my bridesmaids, mom, and aunt look like models -my pictures were perfect! I can't recommend Two Tone Umbrella enough. If you are unsure of who to pick to do your hair and makeup on your wedding day GO WITH TWO TONE UMBRELLA.
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Melissa Sent on 10/08/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Denise and her assistant did an amazing job with hair and makeup styling for my wedding. She did everything I asked and always followed my lead making sure I was comfortable. I loved the perfectionism she has with every detail.
She really made me feel like a princess on my special day. All of my bridesmaids were blown away but their styling as well.
I would highly recommend her!!
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Amy Sent on 09/15/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Denise was absolutely wonderful from the moment I contacted her about my wedding all the way through the wedding. As I was an out of town bride, I had to plan everything for my wedding months in advance which of course led to my mind changing from our first trial to the time of the wedding. My wedding was in May and I had my hair and makeup trial in November. My make-up was perfect and didn't need any changing but I had an up-do during the trial and as my wedding came closer, I realized I wanted my hair to the side and down. Denise fit me in her schedule the week of my wedding and was able to create the perfect hair style which as you brides all can understand, wasn't something I was sure was possible.

The day of the wedding, Denise showed up on time with two wonderful assistants. I had six bridesmaids, plus my mom, mother in-law and aunt, which all needed hair and make-up done. The team was able to get all of us done on time and even provided some extra time for us to enjoy a quick glass of champagne before dashing off for our photos.

My hair and make-up stayed flawless throughout all the photos, the ceremony, and far into the reception. The only reason my hair started to fall out was from all the hugs and people (mainly the men) not being careful about the hair!

I highly, highly, recommend Denise. She is truly fabulous!!!
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Miriam Sent on 07/31/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Denise deserves more than just 5 stars! She's a master of her craft. It goes without saying how pleased I was from our first appointment. She instantly understood from photos of my dress and selected Pinterest board hairstyles and make-up that I was leaning towards. I felt so comfortable with her and her experience that I scheduled my first look prior to my engagement photo session. The engagement photos turned out to be some of the best I've had all due to Denise's expertise. Friends and family inquired about my hair and make-up artist - they loved how I looked. Months later, it goes without saying, I had Denise do my wedding make-up and hair as well. (She also was able to work in having two of my relatives' hair and make-up done simultaneously with me on my wedding day). I highly, HIGHLY, recommend Denise for your hair and make-up needs.
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User1914599 Sent on 06/17/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Denise is AMAZING!!! She went out of her way to accommodate me and I will be forever grateful! I felt like I had the Ultimate Glam Squad! The makeup was FLAWLESS! She made me feel so beautiful. I couldn't have dreamed of anything more. I HIGHLY recommend her!! Thank you Denise for helping make our wedding such a success!!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
KLK PHOTOGRAPHY KLK PHOTOGRAPHY Wedding Photographers

AMAZING hair and makeup!!! Denise is so professional, calm and efficient! She listens to each client to create the look they've imagined for their big day or any other event. A pleasure to work with as she and her crew are always on time and makeup/hair is flawless!!! HIGHLY recommended and first referral I give to all my brides! :)

A Very Special Day A Very Special Day Wedding Planners

For a fresh natural look with a touch of elegance and glamour that will last your entire wedding day and night, Denise Empey will make that happen. Every bride that I have ever sent to Denise (which is dozens) has always been 110% satisfied and thrilled with their hair, make-up and overall "look" for their special day.

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