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Pearls and a Black Dress Makeup Artistry

Pearls and a Black Dress Makeup Artistry

Columbus, OH
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    Sarah Sent on 07/07/2018
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    Kelley was outstanding! I’ve never had so much fun during a make-up trial, I knew she had to be the one for my wedding day. She mastered the makeup of 7 girls aged 68-26. She is so easy going and knows what she is doing; all of our makeup lasted the entire night, looked gorgeous and suited each individual!
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    Jodi Sent on 08/28/2017
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    Kelly was amazing! everyone looked amazing. Even my mother in law who was very nervous about wearing makeup LOVED how she looked. This company has amazing artists and I would recommend them to everyone.
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    Brittany Sent on 05/13/2015
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    Stacie has been so easy to work with and has extended her skills to me for all my pre wedding beauty needs! i feel so blessed to have such a supportive make up artist and professional i know i have unlimited access to so i can go to her with all my wedding beauty concerns. That - is priceless!!
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    Kendra Sent on 12/06/2014
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    I couldn't be happier with Pearls and a Black Dress. Prior to our wedding, Stacie gave me the most beautiful spray tan. I had never had a professional spray tan, just a booth one, and I was a bit apprehensive about the whole process. Stacie made me feel comfortable, and also listened to the level of tan I wanted for the big day. Kelley arrived very early at our venue to provide wedding day makeup for 10 of us. She made the moms, bridesmaids, and sisters look absolutely stunning. All of my bridesmaids told me how Kelley listened to what they wanted in their makeup for the day, and delivered! I have never felt that beautiful; I didn't want to take the makeup off! I will definitely think of Kelley and Stacie for events in the future!
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    I worked with Kelley Marginean, and she did an amazing job! She was very organized, friendly, and professional. I don't usually wear makeup, and at the trial she was so helpful in helping me to figure out what I wanted. She made me look great while still looking like myself. On the wedding day, Kelley did a great job of putting me and my bridesmaids at ease, and everyone's makeup looked beautiful! She came early to get set up and stayed later so that she could touch up my makeup after the first look, she really went above and beyond. I am so happy to have chosen Pearls and a Black Dress, and I would definitely recommend this company to other brides!
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    Tiffany Sent on 08/18/2014
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    Stacie did an amazing job! Her expertise in the beauty industry definitely showcases her skills! I've never felt more beautiful! I had 7 bridesmaids, and they were all extremely impressed with how glamorous they felt after Stacie painted their faces! Stacie offers a wide range of other services which was very helpful in preparing and making my skin flawless days leading up to the wedding!
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    Kayla A. Sent on 12/08/2014
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    Stacie is incredible at what she does. She will make you look exactly how you envision yourself to be on your special occasion. Stacie goes above and beyond to make sure you are satisfied with your look. If you feel like trying a few different looks, she completely supports you and is excited about trying new things! She will never make you feel like you're an inconvenience. She also has her own great ideas and the latest beauty items! I had Stacie do my wedding day makeup along with 7 additional women. She made everyone look like they were ready to step out onto the red carpet. She can easily makeover women of all ages and has a smile on her face while doing so! Do yourself a favor and hire Stacie. She will put you at ease and make you look your absolute best on your special day!
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    Megan Sent on 07/23/2014
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    Kelley did an awesome job on my bridesmaids, mom and myself! She is the first makeup artist that I have ever had that actually listened to what I am comfortable wearing. We did a trial and we made some tweaks and it came out perfectly on my wedding day. Kelley is a great asset to have on your big day! Stacie was awesome and communicative as well! I can not recommend them enough!
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    Julie Sent on 08/11/2014
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    Kelley absolutely exceeded my expectations as the make-up artist for our June wedding. Pearls and a Black Dress came highly recommended from friends in the Columbus area but nothing could have prepared me for how personable, compassionate, fun and talented Kelley was as a make-up artist.

    We immediately clicked at our trial - her personality is laid back, attentive, funny yet professional all at the same time. She listened to what I wanted, reviewed my many pinterist photos and executed my vision perfectly.

    Kelley did the make-up for me, both moms and my two sisters. Everyone looked beyond stunning in person AND in the photos.

    On the day of the wedding, Kelley was a complete STAR. She was there early, set-up and ready to go. Each mom/bridesmaid just raved at how much they enjoyed their time with her and everyone's make-up looked absolutely gorgeous. Even though everyone had different "styles," Kelley executed each person's vision with ease: my sister wanted dramatic and more glam - perfect; my mother-in-law wanted very natural and simple - perfect. By the time I was in the chair, my nerves were high and Kelley immediately helped me feel at ease.

    Kelley stayed throughout our pre-ceremony photos and did touch-ups as needed. THEN right before the ceremony when it started pouring down rain (at my outdoor wedding) who was there but Kelley, make-up artist extraordinaire, to pitch in with all of our friends and family to grab towels and start wiping down chairs for guests to sit in under the tent. Then, she gave me a blow-by-blow as I hid inside and my bridesmaids were running around. She kept me calm and reassured me the whole time. I knew I would cry during the ceremony so Kelley stayed even later to make sure my make-up was perfect for the reception. She was more than amazing.

    I couldn't have been happier with my make-up for my wedding, but most of all, I am so incredibly happy to have had such a wonderful person share in my special day.

    Pearls and a Black Dress Makeup Artistry's reply:

    Wow! Thank you for the glowing review on Kelley! We are so thrilled that she made your day even more special. Thank you for taking the time to review her.
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    Kimberly Sent on 07/18/2014
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    Stacie was phenomenal to work with! She took the time to understand exactly what I wanted -- it was very important to me that my make-up enhance my features so that I still looked like myself! I've seen too many wedding-day make-up disasters where the bride looks completely different from their day-to-day self. The make-up that she did was beautiful; and - BONUS - it stayed on all night! On top of being incredibly talented, Stacie was also a lot of fun to work with. She was on-time, professional, responsive (to all of my bridal woes and questions!) and helped make the day feel special. At the end of the day, I told her that I needed a pocket-size Stacie to help me get ready for all occasions.

    Pearls and a Black Dress Makeup Artistry's reply:

    Thank you for you review and for letting Pearls and a Black Dress be a part of your special day!
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    Leona Sent on 07/17/2014
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    I hired Stacie for makeup for my wedding day 05-10-14. Their were 6 total in girls in my bridal party including myself and both mothers. She's absolutely amazing at what she does! I got a makeup trial about a month before my wedding and she really listened to my ideas and made me feel extremely comfortable. Stacie is very professional and personable. She loves what she does and it shows in her work. I couldn't have been more pleased with our makeup on my big day! We looked flawless and our makeup lasted the entire day. I highly recommend Stacie for your wedding day or any of your makeup needs. You won't regret it!!
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    I used Pearls and a Black Dress Makeup Artistry for my wedding day and was extremely pleased. I was lucky enough to work with the owner, Stacie, and she was amazing. She was prompt, professional, and was able to give me just the look I was going for. Aside from being extremely good at what she does, she was also a pleasure to be around. I truly felt like it was having a close friend do my make-up! She also did the make-up for my mother and some of the bridesmaids, and everyone was pleased. I highly recommend this company!
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    Jenn Sent on 09/27/2013
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    Stacie did my make-up for my wedding in August and did such a fantastic job! A trial was included in the package and it was nice to be able to figure out what I wanted before the big day. Stacie came to my house for the trial and the day-of, which was really convenient. I'm not someone who wears a lot of make-up or even has a clue about how to apply it right... Stacie did just the right amount so that it didn't feel overdone. I can honestly say I have never felt more beautiful in my entire life. Stacie has a warm, friendly personality and is easy and fun to work with. I highly recommend her to anyone for their special day!
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    Stacie provided the makeup services for myself, my bridesmaids and my mother's at our June 22, 2013 wedding. We can't say enough positive things about the quality of work that she provided and overall positive experience. We highly recommend her!
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    Chelsea Sent on 08/08/2013
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    Stacie was GREAT! Airbrush foundation was extremely reasonable and she did a fantastic job! Had a really solid idea of the fine line between wedding makeup and having it look too over-done. She dedicated the full trial time to me and did an awesome job understanding the look I was going for. She's also really personable and friendly, which is great when you're spending time with people for hours at a time. Loved working with this business and highly recommend to others!
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    Alyssa Sent on 04/24/2013
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    Robbie was wonderful and made us all feel our best. The pricing is great and includes so many little bonuses to make sure your day is perfect! Definitely recommend for any occasion where formal makeup is needed!
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    Stacy Sent on 05/06/2013
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    Stacie did our makeup on our wedding day. I have never felt or looked so beautiful in my entire life! I'm not kidding you! Her service is well worth it and she is very friendly. I wish she could do my makeup everyday. I may just book her again...for any or no reason at all!
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    Noelle Sent on 03/21/2013
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    Stacie did a marvelous job! My wedding was an all day event and my makeup was flawless when I went to bed! We had a wonderful trial session and she did a great job recreating what I wanted on my wedding day and even adapted to my changes. Best of all, she airbrushed my chest, since it was lighter than my face and even covered a small scar on my shoulder! She is also very efficient, she was able to my makeup along with 6 other girls in under 4 hours!
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    Amanda Sent on 10/24/2012
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    Robbie did make-up for myself (bride) and my 2 maids of honor. I had such an amazing experience with Robbie and her work is absolutely superb! I normally don't wear a lot of make-up and wanted to go with a more natural look but wanted my eyes to absolutely pop. She was able to take my vision and went above and beyond with it. I couldn't believe how great my make-up looked and my eyes definitely popped in all of my pictures! She used the airbrush make-up on myself and both my maids of honor. Our make-up lasted all night long & even into the morning :) Robbie was very professional but she was a lot of fun as well! She was prompt and got all of our make-up done well before the approximate ending time of our appointment. This made me feel at ease as the day of the wedding is always crazy with time! I would highly recommend Pearls & A Black Dress to every bride! Thank you again Robbie for making me look absolutely beautiful on my wedding day! :)
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    Cristina Sent on 01/10/2013
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    Robbie with Pearls and a Black Dress did my makeup for my June wedding and I absolutely loved her! Not only is she extremely friendly, but she is extremely talented! She came to my home for a trial run and really listened to exactly what I wanted. The makeup on the day of my wedding came out better than I had expected. It was a hot, muggy day filled with lots of happy tears and my makeup stayed on all day!! I didn't have to worry about anything and it was great!

    I had a couple of bridesmaids who decided to get their makeup done the day of and Robbie totally accommodated them. They were just as pleased with their makeup as I was.

    I would absolutely recommend Robbie to anyone interested in getting their makeup professionally done.
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    Shannon Sent on 06/15/2012
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    Robbie was my make-up artist for my wedding day and she was amazing! During the trial run she asked a lot of questions to make sure she knew exactly what I was looking for. I have the most oily skin, and whatever she used was so awesome that I didn't have to reapply ALL DAY. Literally from 10 am when she did my make-up until 10 pm when the reception ended. Not even blotting. She is an artist in every sense of the word, and worth every penny!
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    Dara Sent on 11/07/2011
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    I have the type of skin that absorbs makeup in a short time. By lunch, you can't even tell that I have anything on! This time I decided on hiring a professional makeup artist....and not one from those overpriced salons who have messed up my makeup in the past! I chose to try the airbrushed makeup and absolutely loved it! My makeup lasted all day and night - even with all the crazy singing and dancing at the reception. Branda was so sweet and great to work with! She took her time during the trial run to make sure everything was perfect and to my taste. If I ever have another formal event I will definately use them again!
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    Donna Sent on 01/06/2012
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    Stacie was great!! She was so much fun and when we got our pics from our photographer, I couldn't believe how wonderful we all looked. I was an "older" bride with younger attendants and everyone (including my sisters) was so pleased with the exceptional job she did.
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    Rachel Sent on 07/13/2010
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    Robbie did an amazing job on all 5 of us! 3 of us were not used to wearing makeup on a daily basis and Robbie was able to create beautiful looks for all of us.The airbrushing really smooths out your face and one of my bridesmaids had her tan lines on her shoulders evened out! They also provide fake lashes for anyone interested, they are not bulky and fake looking either. Robbie added lashes on the ends to make a fuller look. My husband didn't even notice I had them on! Everyone had their own look created with the help of Robbie, and everyone was given some lip touch up for the evening. It lasted throughout the night even with all of the hot weather, sweating and crying! I would definitely recommend them to everyone I know!
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    Maurin Sent on 02/08/2010
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    I was so pleased with my make up the day of my wedding. I had myself, my bridesmaids and my mom get our make airbrushed on and I couldnt believe what a difference it made. Stacey was great!! You can just tell in my wedding photos how great it was and it stayed all day and night. Working with Pearls and a Black Dress was so easy and I couldnt have asked for a better day. It was so stress free because she came to where we were getting ready and we didnt have to travel to get our make up done. I will and have recommended their service to many others.
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