WEDDING MAKEUP
“She made me feel like I was the most important client she has ever had. I think she makes every person who sits in her chair feel that way.”
FOR THE BRIDE WHO’S SERIOUS ABOUT WEDDING DAY BEAUTY
You most likely take beauty seriously, so do I. Finding the latest trends in season and ways to achieve that perfect, bridal glow.
Here at Carly Jo Makeup, I understand how important makeup is on your biggest day.
This isn’t just makeup to me, either. This is how you look and feel on the day it matters most, the face that looks back when you glance in the mirror, and what future generations will see in your wedding album for decades to come.
Why Carly Jo?
30 minute time slots, assembly-line style schedules, and chaos isn’t what I’m about.
After 10 years of helping over 250+ brides get ready for their big day, I’ve become accustomed to creating a more bespoke approach in contrast to chaotic mornings.
STREAMLINED, NOT RUSHED
Beauty is art, and so are you. Taking my time creating a makeup look that’s fully customized to you is essential so you can sit back, relax, and not feel like one of many.
INTIMATE PARTIES BY DESIGN
I intentionally limit my wedding bookings to five services or fewer. A smaller party means more time for skin preparation, personalized makeup, conversation, adjustments, and the little moments that make a wedding morning yours.
GUIDED ALONG THE WAY
Once you’re booked, you’ll receive 3 guides to help you begin your bridal beauty journey:
The Beauty Guide designed to help you kickstart your bridal beauty routine, consistent of skincare, tanning, facial services, and more.
The Preview Guide to help you find the perfect wedding makeup look with photo examples, do’s and don’ts, what to expect, and more.
The Morning Guide encapsulates everything you need to know to prepare for your wedding morning with reminders and printable checklists to stay on-time and get prepared.
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YOUR WEDDING, FROM THE FIRST EMAIL TO THE LAST BRUSH STROKE.
.01 INQUIRE
Tell me about your wedding plans, your people, your dog, and the kind of makeup we’ll be creating for your big day through my inquiry form. I’ll connect with you 1-2 business days after to let you know if I’m available or not.
.02 MAKE IT OFFICIAL
Once your date is secured in my calendar by signing + paying the required agreement, you’ll officially in my calendar!
.03 PREPARE
You’ll receive 3 guides along your bridal journey to help you prepare for your wedding makeup and morning. From navigating the confusing world of skincare, to finding the perfect inspo for your preview, to checking off your wedding-morning to-do list before the day even begins.
.04 YOUR PREVIEW
About 3 months out, I’ll reach out to schedule your makeup preview 1 month before the big day. We meet at my studio in Grandview and chat about all things bridal beauty and how to marry your makeup into your theme (pun intended).
.05 THE WEDDING MORNING
You’ll see me pull in 30 minutes before I start to set up with everything I need and take care of the timeline so you don’t have to. Throughout the day, I check in with you and the rest of the vendor team to make sure that we’re smooooooth sailing.
.06 FINAL TOUCHES
Once makeup is complete, I stay for touch-ups and final adjustments until you're ready to get dressed/head to your venue so you’re picture perfect.
.07 GO GET MARRIED
And then I’m out of your way! (unless you wanna keep me around for on-location touch ups so I can make sure your glam truly picture perfect at all times!!!!)
WHAT MAKES CARLY DIFFERENT
Your wedding morning is arguably one of the most sacred parts of the day, and the last thing I want for you is to feel rushed and overstimulated.
That’s why I limit my bookings to a max of 5 people; it’s small by design so there’s more time to have deeper conversations, fine tune the little things, and actually enjoy getting ready without chaos.
WEDDING MAKEUP PACKAGES
THE COURTHOUSE / starting at $550
Makeup preview at my studio
2 hours of on-site wedding day makeup
Skin prep + lashes
Touch ups + kits
The Beauty Guide + Preview Prep Guide
THE IT GIRL / starting at $1,800
Makeup preview at my studio
2 hours of on-site wedding day makeup
Rehearsal dinner makeup
Additional artist support
Skin prep + lashes
Touch ups + kits
2 hours of on-location touch up services
The Beauty Guide + Preview Prep Guide + Wedding Prep Guide
THE INTIMATE / starting at $2,200
Private makeup preview at my studio
4 hours of on-site wedding day makeup
Up to 2 additional day-of services (3 people total, including you)
Skin prep + lashes
Touch ups + kits
Touch up services until you’re in your dress or headed to the venue
The Beauty Guide + Preview Prep Guide + Wedding Prep Guide
THE SIGNATURE / starting at $2,560
Makeup preview at my studio
6 hours of on-site wedding day makeup
Up to 4 additional day-of services (5 people total, including you)
Skin prep + lashes
Touch ups + kits
Touch up services until you’re in your dress or headed to the venue
The Beauty Guide + Preview Prep Guide + Wedding Prep Guide
ADD ONS + TRAVEL FEES
ADDITIONAL APPLICATIONS (BRIDESMAIDS, MOMS, ETC.): $180/person
REHEARSAL DINNER MAKEUP: $180/person
FLOWER GIRL: Complimentary (sparkly eyeshadow, blush, lip gloss)
TRAVEL: Complimentary within 30 minutes ($25/half our after)
HOTEL FEE: $300 for destinations 1.5 hours away
Timeline Information
Time Allotments:
Set Up: 30 mins
Bride: 1 hour 30 mins
Party/Mommas: 1 hour
Touch Ups: 30 mins
Unless already included in the master timeline, I require a 30 minute buffer time at the end of services in case of delays.
I coordinate with your planner, photographer, and hairstylist to ensure everyones services aren’t overlapping or running into photos.
FAQ’s
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If you have less than 5 people, you can substitute the other applications for on location touch ups or other services.
For example: if you don’t need 2/3 applications in the package, you can receive 2 hours of on-location touch ups or use them for events like your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, etc.
If you have more than 5 people, I can send you names of trusted artists I recommend hiring! I do not provide second artists at this time.
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Over the years, I’ve found that I do my best work in a more intimate setting. Limiting my bookings to 5 services or fewer allows me to create a relaxed, elevated experience where everyone feels genuinely cared for, rather than a rushed morning!
I do not provide a second artist at this time. I’m happy to send you the names of trusted artists to hire separately if your booking is over 5 people.
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Of course! So far, I’ve helped brides in Chicago, Indianapolis, and Florida feel confident for their big days!
Out of state weddings will require extra per diem rates to cover travel and logistics. Please continue to inquire for more info!
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This $300 flat fee covers a hotel room for me to book the evening before for weddings 1.5+ hours away from me in Columbus, Ohio. This fee is separate from the travel fee.
If you’re getting ready in a hotel, I’ll book a room there! If you’re getting ready at your venue or somewhere else, I’ll book one of the nearest hotels.
Your questions, almost answered?
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“I am not someone who knows a lot about makeup. Before my trial, this caused me some anxiety— I was worried that I didn’t have the language to properly articulate the “look” that I was hoping for. Within 5 minutes of my trial session, Carly’s warm energy and quiet confidence alleviated my stress completely. She asked all of the right questions and, through collaborative dialogue, was able to understand exactly what I was envisioning. She totally and completely zoned in on me and what I was saying. She made me feel like I was the most important client she has ever had. I think she makes every person who sits in her chair feel that way.
Prior to the wedding, Carly made herself available to me for any and all questions. She walked me through which skin care products to go for and what to avoid. Her communication was regular, professional, and organized. She was on it… but not in a way that was overbearing or repetitive. This let me know that I could trust her.
On the morning of my wedding day, Carly exceeded all of my expectations. I will never forget when she handed me the mirror to show me the finished look. I have never looked that beautiful… I didn’t think it was possible for me to even look THAT beautiful! The most amazing part was I still looked like me. My eyes immediately welled up when I saw my reflection. I have never felt more beautiful (nor more confident) in my entire life. Carly Jo was one of the best wedding vendors I had the pleasure of working with. To any future bride reading this: book Carly Jo. Do it… like right now. Did you see my pictures?! The before and after?! I mean HELLOOOO you should have booked her yesterday!!”