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On WeddingWire since 2009

Michelle is one of the most talented and sought after makeup artists in the industry. Specializing in fresh, glowing skin and eyes that command attention, Michelle has mastered the art of enhancing a woman's natural beauty.

Meet Michelle...

After discovering a zest for beauty and self-expression at a young age, I set out on a journey to develop my own signature style as an artist. Throughout the years I’ve experimented, tested, played and ultimately landed on a technique that is elevated, natural and timeless.

Your time spent with me should be a breath of fresh air amidst the chaos of a special day. I’ll bring the tunes, the ideas, and the energy. All you have to do is show up, relax and be ready to feel like the “Hollywood” version of yourself – glowing, radiant, and ready for your close up!

My Style...

is fresh, glowing and embodies “timeless glamour.” I have always loved natural makeup with just enough glam to make you feel like an elevated version of yourself. After all, when you’re looking back at your photos years from now, I want you to feel just as effortlessly gorgeous as you did on the day they were taken.

In addition to my “less is more” approach to beauty, I put collaboration at the forefront of everything I do. When you’re working with me, you have a teammate you can trust, standing by your side with an encouraging smile, a killer playlist, and all the restaurant recommendations you could ever ask for.

Please take a look at my website to see more of my work MichelleSternBeauty.com

P.S. you'll see most of my up to date work on Instagram where I also post short tutorials to help my followers improve their makeup skills :) @MichelleSternBeauty

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Frequently asked questions

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations
Skincare

What makeup services do you offer?

Contour Makeup
Eye Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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Kylan O. Sent on 12/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Truly the GOAT!!!

Michelle is the absolute best. She is the most talented makeup artist and an amazing person to work with. I truly can’t imagine my wedding day without her. When she finished my makeup and I looked in the mirror I was in absolute awe of how perfect it was. I never had a doubt throughout the process of working with Michelle that she was going to deliver on that day but she
truly exceeded my expectations. She also has the best personality and is a pleasure to be around!! I would hire her over and over and over again. 10/10 recommend!
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Ali K. Sent on 06/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection

Michelle's work speaks for itself. She makes you look and feel like an elevated version of yourself. I felt beautiful without feeling overdone. I couldn't have been happier with how my makeup and my family & wedding party looked that day. LOVE!
Martha
Martha G. Sent on 05/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

One of the BEST choices I made for my wedding day.

I RAN here to give Michelle Stern a five star review. I am very, very picky about makeup: I rarely wear much of it, but when I do, I want to look and feel like myself. I came across Michelle Stern's Instagram page and thought that every single bride she worked with looked absolutely stunning. Scheduling a trial was easy, and I absolutely loved the look that she worked with me on. I would describe her work as "natural glam" - you look like yourself, but in the best way possible. Michelle and her assistant did makeup for 11 women - bride, 7 bridesmaids, and 3 women in their 60's. Every single person looked fabulous, and my bridal party said how much they loved their makeup. They are true professionals. And Michelle guaranteed me that her assistant (completely necessary for a large group!) would work up to her extremely high standards -- and she did. Lauren was fantastic. I felt so beautiful, and was floating on cloud 9 the entire day. The day of the wedding, Michelle was organized, calming, and fun to be around. She helped the day run smoothly and keep the stress away. Michelle stuck around to give me touch ups after my first look, and then again after the ceremony. In between giving touch ups, she took hundreds of photos and videos for me on her iphone, and I can't tell you how fun it was to wake up the next morning to a full album to start re-living the day right away -- the photographer's work will be wonderful but it's weeks, if not months, away! I also wanted to share that I think she is uniquely skilled at making mothers of the bride look and feel very special. I've seen a lot of photos and seen weddings where the mothers have the wrong makeup for their skin type and their overall vibe -- eg. very dramatic eyes, caked-on foundation -- and Michelle tailored her work very very nicely for the older generation. Her work looked great on our variety of complexions and skin types. Michelle is a premium vendor. There are plenty of other good makeup artists with lower rates. But Michelle brings over a decade of experience, and it shows in her fantastic work, her professionalism, and the ease of communicating and working out details along the way. I can't say enough great things about Michelle Stern Beauty. Michelle, from my family, and my bridal party, and me, THANK YOU for doing an amazing job with our makeup. We absolutely loved you.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

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Lisa & Andrew
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Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Catherine Leonard Photography Catherine Leonard Photography Wedding Photographers

There are plenty of make-up artists out there, but to find one who is exceptionally talented and punctual is very rare. Michelle is affable, dedicated and has a great aesthetic no matter the skin type or ethnicity - she's one of the best! I recommend her highly and without reserve.

Blue Daisy Weddings Blue Daisy Weddings Wedding Photographers

As a photographer I have had the chance to work with Michelle on many weddings and boudoir shoots. I've always found her work to be beautiful because she pays attention to detail and knows just how to enhance each woman's best features. When it came time to do my own head shots I knew had to hire Michelle for makeup! Since this photo was going to be the first impression new clients would have of me, I knew I could trust Michelle to make me look like the most beautiful version of myself! I am always confident when I send new clients to Michelle because in addition to her talent, she is extremely reliable, responsive and friendly!

Tammy Golson Events Tammy Golson Events Wedding Planners

Michelle and I worked together on a classic wedding at the Yale Club last October. My client hired her to apply the makeup of a few ladies in her bridal party. The ladies were so impressed, all the others asked Michelle to apply their make up as well. Michelle's work is excellent. She is so efficient and her personality is a great asset to my day of team. I look forward to our next wedding together!

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