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    Alyssa Sent on 09/05/2023
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    Wedding hair and makeup

    Shaniska and her team were extremely friendly and did an amazing job! We loved working with her and would highly recommend!

    Callidora's reply:

    Alyssa,

    Working with you guys was sheer delight! Thank you for selecting us to play
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    Lorena S. Sent on 02/12/2024
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    Private Island Wedding

    Shaniska was very responsive when scheduling and communicating inspiration ideas of what I was looking for. She has great energy and knew what she was doing. I was really happy with my look. My makeup didn’t even budge after I jumped into the pool at my reception! She made me look beautiful!

    Callidora's reply:

    Lorena, we had such a fantastic time in Andros providing hair and makeup for your wedding. Your infectious smile and warm spirit was most memorable! Thrilled you were happy about the service received!

    Xoxo
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    Christina P. Sent on 12/11/2023
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    The Best!!

    Shaniska and the Callidora team exceeded our expectations for our destination wedding in the Bahamas! The communication was outstanding and they made me and all of my wedding party look so beautiful. There were constant changes/additions to my wedding party doing their hair and make up and Callidora was so accommodating. I’m not someone who usually wears makeup everyday and Shaniska made my hair and make up look exactly how I wanted and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. Callidora was extraordinary throughout this whole process and communicated everything and made sure that the timeline was all set. Truly, hiring Callidora was one of the best wedding decisions I made.

    Callidora's reply:

    Thanks Christina! We were so glad you circled back when an email glitch tried to prevent our initial connection lol. Your wedding day was nothing short of spectacular! You were exceptionally kind hearted and so trusting :). We appreciate your support and it feels awesome knowing we were a welcomed choice for your big day.
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    Molly O. Sent on 06/27/2023
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    Cannot recommend enough!

    Callidora was by far the best vendor choice I made for my destination wedding! Shaniska and the team met and exceeded mine and my bridesmaids’ expectations for my wedding day. They were the most responsive and easy to work with vendor I had for my wedding. Shaniska was so knowledgeable about the products and process for my wedding make-up and was extremely thoughtful and meticulous when applying my wedding day look. The entire Callidora team was very professional and overall a pleasure to work with. I couldn’t be happier with how my make-up came out on my wedding day and am so happy I trusted Callidora. Can’t recommend enough!!

    Callidora's reply:

    Thank you Molly! We are truly over the moon to be described as your, “best vendor choice”! That is so amazing to hear :). Thanks for trusting the vision which produced results that were pleasing to you. Your support is appreciated and thanks again for hiring the team. You went above and beyond to ensure we had all we needed and were well taken care of. May your marriage be divine!!

    Xoxo
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    Madison N. Sent on 05/03/2023
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    Excellent experience!

    Shaniska did my make up for my rehearsal dinner and wedding day and she did a phenomenal job. She took her time and made sure everything was done to the finest detail for my hair & make up. I had a great experience and felt so beautiful!

    Callidora's reply:

    Thank you Madison! We thoroughly enjoyed helping to make your rehearsal dinner and wedding day a great experience for you. You were a vision and your images are a very welcome addition to our portfolio. Xoxo
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    Hailey B. Sent on 11/11/2022
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    1000% Recommend

    The absolute best experience! The kindest sweetest soul and had the gentlest touch. I could have fallen asleep while she was prepping my hair it was so relaxing.

    I have stick straight hair that falls within minutes. And with having my wedding during a tropical storm, I was terrified that my hair would not hold up. I am so glad I put my trust in Shaniska of Callidora Faces.

    I had beautiful curls that held up until the next day!!!! I got to have my beautiful wedding hair 2 days in a row! My veil was secured tightly in place, nothing could mess my hair up. and everything looked PERFECT!

    And the makeup! Wow! The airbrush was the lightest thing I have ever felt on my face. It felt like she was just blowing air and it held up all night.

    100000% recommend Callidora for your bridal hair and makeup. I promise you will not be disappointed.

    She arrived to my room at Baha Mar on time and took her time to make sure everything was perfect.

    Callidora's reply:

    As the saying goes, “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade”. That’s exactly what we did and also yourself in the face of many unplanned events on your wedding day!!. Only difference is we sweetened it beyond measure ha ha ha!

    Despite the challenges faced you remained upbeat and positive. This helped us to execute effectively under the circumstances. You were a trooper! Overjoyed that everything turned out amazing as you deserve that and so much more. We’ve dubbed you our “tropical storm bride” lol. Xoxo
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    Liz M. Sent on 05/13/2022
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    Just what I wanted!

    Absolutely wonderful experience!! She made my makeup look soft and beautiful, but also highlighted my best features and it lasted throughout the evening. My hair was just what I wanted. Photos turned out great. I was a bit nervous coming from overseas and skipping a trial but we had a great chat ahead of time and she asked the right questions to understand exactly what I wanted. Very professional with quality products as well. I just can’t say enough good things!!

    Callidora's reply:

    Thank you Liz!!. It’s gratifying to be able to bring a bride’s beauty vision to life. Wedding days are opportunities to create lasting beautiful memories. Glad to know we played a role in achieving this experience. You were a blast to work with. Thanks for sharing about us!
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    Erin T. Sent on 06/24/2021
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    Beautiful hair and make up

    I contacted Callidora becasue they were recommended by my wedding planner. Shaniska Adderley was amazing. My hair and make up were on point. I don't typically wear make up and she was able to do a very natural make up on me and it was perfect, exactly what I had wanted! Shaniska was very friendly and professional and i was very pleased with her services. I would highly recommend Shaniska and Callidora.

    Callidora's reply:

    We appreciate your sentiments and thanks so much for sharing. You didn’t have to choose Callidora so we’re happy you did and that there were no regrets!
    Take care
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    Krista M. Sent on 05/07/2020
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    Intimate Caerula Mar Wedding

    Shaniska rearranged flights to help me out with my last minute wedding. Her and her assistant were very professional and are amazing at their job. Everyone looked beautiful and I could have not asked for more. Thank you!!!

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    Krista,

    We loved the experience afforded us and truly thank you for the opportunity. Such a delight to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and take part in an intimate island affair. We had a blast!
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    Saundra H. Sent on 06/15/2021
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    Professionalism at its finest

    Shaniska is a truly professional makeup artist. She was recommended to me by my wedding planner and I could not have had a better experience. Not only did she execute my look exactly, Shaniska was kind, easy to get along with, and she went above and beyond in helping me with my dress and stayed beyond her time booked. You get what you pay for with professionals.... and in this case, 10 star service!! I would not change a thing and I would choose Shaniska over and over again.
    Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!

    Callidora's reply:

    Thanks Saundra! Thoroughly enjoyed creating the look for you and appreciative of the fact that you were open to it. It turned out exceptional and we are overjoyed about that and the fact that you loved the look :). Glad to have assisted where needed.
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    Brittany D. Sent on 06/14/2021
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    Shaniska…the VERY best

    From the moment I connected with Shaniska from Callidora I knew I was in good hands. She was like an old friend from the very beginning and understood exactly what I was looking for. Her communication and responsiveness leading up to the big day really put me at ease. She was so professional and really knows her stuff. When she showed up we had the best time getting ready and she made my hair and makeup MAGIC. I got married on the beach at sunset and the look she gave me was more than I’d hoped for. And let me tell you…it lasted far into the next day even after a dip in the pool and ocean (and after some tears during the ceremony the night before!). If you are looking for someone to do your hair and makeup for a Bahamas wedding…look no further!!!!! I miss her already!

    Callidora's reply:

    Thank you for the memorable connection! It was so much fun and such a joyous time spent. Thrilled that the makeup and hair was done to your satisfaction and lasted through some “testing times” of tears, a pool dip and an entire night’s rest!
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    Karley T. Sent on 06/19/2021
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    5 Stars! Amazing work!

    Shaniska was absolutely amazing!! I stayed at the Atlantis resort and she came to my room and did an amazing job. She was on time and did my hair and makeup absolutely perfect! I would recommend Callidora to everyone!

    Callidora's reply:

    Always a pleasure to make our brides happily satisfied. Thanks for sharing and choosing us. All the best for the future with many wonderful and blissful married days to infinity!
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    Arielle M. Sent on 04/29/2021
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    Beyond Satisfied

    Shaniska and her team went above and beyond my expectations. She was absolutely professional, punctual, and did an incredible job. I live in the US and had a destination wedding at The Other Side. With that being said, I did not have the option to have a trial run (because of timing once we got on island). Shaniska had me send her inspiration for the look I was going for. What she did on my wedding day blew me away. We did two different hair styles that were both stunning. The make up was perfect and exactly what I had hoped for. I wouldn't have changed a thing. She is the best!

    Callidora's reply:

    Thank you Arielle for trusting us to deliver the end result you’d hoped for on your wedding day. We are appreciative of the warm hospitality shown to us during our travel to the island of Eleuthera. You looked stunning and had such an easy going temperament. That made our job effortless and the results breathtaking. All the best for many years of enjoyable marital bliss!
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    Rachael R. Sent on 01/24/2021
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    Great wedding hair and makeup

    We were referred to Shaniska by our photographer. She was great at getting back to me and figuring out a way to get my bridal hair and makeup done during the pandemic. She also was able to fit me in on short notice. She has a ton of skill with BOTH hair and makeup! Updo’s, braids, lash strips. She can do it all. We loved the look and personable experience. She sent me on my way with some touch up powder and emailed me later to confirm everything went well. Would book again if we needed hair or makeup in the Bahamas again.

    Callidora's reply:

    It was our pleasure to provide services to you. Thanks for trusting us with such a special task and we are honored that you found a way to work around the pandemic obstructions to make it all possible. In the end we are glad the sacrifices were well worth it. Everything turned out amazing :).
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    Blair D. Sent on 05/09/2020
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    Amazing experience!

    Shaniska and her team were fabulous! Very professional and easy to work with. She worked great with my daughter and had no problem adding in my extensions! I couldn’t be happier with everything!

    Callidora's reply:

    We love working with the little ones and your daughter was so sweet and patient. Thank you so much for inviting us to play a role in your your big day.
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    Uma P. Sent on 01/09/2020
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    Wonderful service and communication!

    I love Shaniska!! During the months before my wedding, she was extremely responsive and friendly. Over my wedding weekend, she was very accommodating and always kept a smile on her face. The attention to detail for my hair and makeup was more than I could have ever imagined! I have never felt as beautiful as I did that weekend and I owe it all to Shaniska!!

    Callidora's reply:

    Thanks Uma!

    We loved every minute of the connect and we are elated we played an effective part in helping to make your day all that you anticipated. See you soon for the anniversary “reunion” lol.

    Xoxo
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    Emily Sent on 05/07/2020
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    Wonderful Experience on Wedding Day!

    Shaniska was one of the best - quite frankly, she is the best in the Bahamas! I 100% trusted her. She made my bridesmaids and myself (the bride) look absolutely incredible. The makeup she used stayed on all night even when I was dancing and ended up in one of the pools w/ my hubby, it still stayed on / looked flawless! If you are in the area, I would highly recommend Shaniska! She WILL make all of your bridal dreams come true!

    Callidora's reply:

    It’s always nice to hear that our work stands up to the planned or unplanned “trash the dress” moments! Everyone was gorgeous and sweet. A combination that made working with you guys sheer delight.
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    Roslyn Sent on 05/07/2020
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    Amazing Makeup and Hair!

    When I booked my wedding at Atlantis, I was really nervous about looking for a makeup artist knowing that my contact with them would be very limited before the wedding. I was also nervous because I have very unique features and eyes that I felt I could not trust any makeup artist with. But I took a chance with Callidora and I've got to say their head makeup and hairstylist Shaniska and her team exceeded all my expectations. Shaniska is not only incredibly talented and knowledgeable, but she is so kind and sweet and charismatic, and easy to work with. When I ended up changing my mind on what kind of look I wanted, there were zero problems and she was quick with emailing me suggestions. She was patient and good at listening when I described every detail of how I wanted to look, and takes her time perfecting details. Fast forward to the wedding weekend and things were crazy - long story short, I ended up having a black eye from a freak accident and I was crying and very upset (as any bride would be!). Not only was she very comforting, but to my amazement she COMPLETELY covered it up and you could not tell that anything happened to me eye! I had a big bridal squad with 10 bridesmaids, but Shaniska and her team handled it like pros. I felt like a million bucks with my hair and makeup, and am SO happy that I went with Callidora for my big day, and recommend them highly!

    Callidora's reply:

    When the unexpected happens, it’s our duty to step in and provide the support and service effort to bring remedy to various situations. We didn’t let an accident stop the show! Callidora to the rescue lol!!!
    Thanks a million Roslyn and we are so glad you placed your faith in us and we delivered beyond your expectations.
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    Craig Sent on 12/09/2019
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    Helped make wedding even more perfect

    Choosing Shaniska (and her team) was one of the best decisions I made! They were accommodating, professional, and fun! She listened to what I was looking for and made it a reality. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for the perfect hair and makeup for their big day!

    Callidora's reply:

    Thanks so much! We had a blast and were delighted to service you and your family on your special day. Overjoyed the outcome was well accepted and met your expectations!
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    Caitlin Sent on 12/10/2019
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    Amazing work and very professional!

    Shaniska with Callidora is absolutely amazing. She is was so responsive and professional! She listened to all of my hair and make up requests. Her work is flawless, she is truly a gem!

    Callidora's reply:

    Caitlin,

    Your sentiments are noted and much appreciated! Thanks for choosing us to share in helping to make your wedding dreams come true.

    Xoxo

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    Charlee V. Sent on 12/06/2019
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    Incredible service, incredible make-up/hair!!!!

    Shaniska was absolutely fantastic. I was traveling from Seattle and very nervous about my hair and make-up for my destination wedding, but she put me right to ease at our trial. She spent 3 hours with me at my trial making sure my hair and make-up were exactly what I wanted. I typically hate getting my makeup done as I am very particular with make-up. But she wasn't afraid to be daring and really take it to the place I wanted it. And the outcome was AMAZING!!! I can't thank her enough for really making me feel the most beautiful I have ever felt.

    Callidora's reply:

    Charlee,

    Thanks so much for being open to“taking the limits off “ with your look. Everything turned out beautifully and I’m happy to hear you felt the same way. The photos shared are dynamite!
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    Annette Sent on 05/14/2018
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    I had a wonderful experience with Callidora! Shaniska did my airbrush makeup for our engagement photo shoot and the makeup was BEAUTIFUL! It lasted all day too! I would highly recommend Callidora for any bride!

    Callidora's reply:

    Hi Annette!

    I appreciate your feedback and it’s a joy to know that you had no regrets making Callidora your choice. Happy to hear that you got a full day out of the look as you looked amazing on that day.
    Xoxo
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    Azra Sent on 05/17/2019
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    Favorite Wedding Vendor in Nassau!

    Out of all of my destination wedding vendors, Shaniska was my absolute favorite to work with!! She was always professional, on time and extremely patient as we explored multiple looks at the make-up trial. The hours flew by as we talked about life, love, and everything in between. On the actual wedding day, Shaniska arrived with her helpful team and wowed my girls and I with how efficiently and strategically they got each and every one of us looking fabulous. The work Shaniska did on me for both hair and make-up wasn’t just a look, it was an intricate, magical art. I truly never felt more beautiful in my life and that is EXACTLY how a bride should feel on the most special day of her life. I couldn’t have selected a better team to work with under Shaniska’s guidance and looking back I would do it all over again! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

    Callidora's reply:

    Thanks so much Azra! We enjoyed the connect and spending an enjoyable day with you guys. Good conversation, great company and best of all making your wedding beauty vision a reality. Sending love and best wishes for everlasting marital bliss.

    Cheers!
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    Karlie S. Sent on 03/18/2019
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    Life Saver!

    I contacted Shaniska about a month prior to my wedding as the previous makeup artist I had lined up fell through. Shaniska was quick to respond and had great communication leading up to our arrival in Nassau. A destination wedding is stressful since you don't have quick access to your vendors but she put my mind to ease and I'm so happy I found her. I was nervous since my makeup trial was a day before my wedding and she exceeded all expectations! On the day of the wedding she brought an assistant to help with the bridesmaids and both of them made us look and feel so beautiful! I can't recommend Shaniska enough as she was literally a life saver!
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