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Yesterday’s bride, Rhiannon. 🤍

From the very first stages of getting ready right through to the dress going on, this was such a beautiful wedding morning to be part of.

Rhiannon told me that when she looked in the mirror, it was the first time she could remember truly feeling happy and confident with her reflection. Hearing that meant more to me than she probably realised.

I created her hair and makeup with one aim — for her to still feel completely like herself, just confident, beautiful and ready to enjoy every moment.

Such a lovely morning with Rhiannon and her bridal party, and one I’ll remember for a long time. 🤍

Hair and makeup by Alison Petitjean Bridal Hair & Makeup Specialist.

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Soft, elegant bridesmaid hair and makeup. 🤍

A textured updo paired with fresh, polished makeup beautiful without taking away from her natural features.

I love seeing the whole look come together once the dress is on. ✨

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Soft, natural bridal makeup that still feels like you. 🤍

This look was all about fresh skin, softly defined eyes and enhancing her natural features without making her feel overdone.

A beautiful, polished finish that lets her confidence shine through.

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One final little glimpse from our Italian adventure 🇮🇹

Burano was definitely one for the bucket list so colourful, full of character and even more beautiful in real life. Another amazing day making memories with my favourite people. 🤍

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Reviews like this mean so much to me. 🤍

Knowing that a bride felt listened to, completely looked after and confident on her wedding day is the greatest compliment I could receive.

Thank you, Zoe, for trusting me and for taking the time to write such beautiful words.

Hair and makeup by Alison Petitjean Bridal Hair & Makeup Specialist.

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It’s getting so close now …✨
I’m so proud to be a national finalist for Best Bridal Individual at the UK Hair & Beauty Awards 2026.

Being recognised for the work I love means so much, especially after years of helping brides feel confident, beautiful and completely themselves on one of the biggest mornings of their lives.

Whatever happens on the day, reaching the finals is something I’m incredibly proud of but of course, I would absolutely love to bring that award home. 🤍

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My bride doesn’t normally wear makeup, so it was really important that she still felt completely like herself. 🤍

I kept her makeup fresh, soft and glowing, enhancing her features without making her feel overdone. She loved the finished result, and seeing her feel so beautiful and confident was the best part.

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It was:

A little bridal finishing touch. 🤍

There’s something so lovely about those final moments perfecting the lipstick, checking every detail and making sure she feels completely ready before stepping into her dress
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A little glimpse of life behind the bridal mornings. 🤍

Yesterday we spent the most amazing day in Venice, making memories, getting completely lost and taking far too many photos.

Feeling very grateful for a little family time, beautiful views and a chance to switch off before coming back to all of my lovely brides.

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I’ll never get tired of these father-and-daughter reveals. 🤍

That moment he sees his little girl as a bride for the very first time the pause, the smile and all the emotion that follows. Such a special part of the wedding morning to witness.

Hair and makeup by Alison Petitjean Bridal Hair & Makeup Specialist.

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The cutest member of the bridal party 🐾🤍

Natalie looked absolutely beautiful, but her gorgeous little fur baby definitely understood the assignment and stole the spotlight.

Hair and makeup by Alison Petitjean Bridal Hair & Makeup Specialist.

🐾 Bridal duties
🐾 Emotional support
🐾 Professional photo-stealer

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Natalie’s bridal transformation 🤍

From the first stages of getting ready, through to the final reveal, I loved creating her complete bridal look. Soft, glowing makeup and an elegant low ponytail finished with delicate accessories.

She looked absolutely beautiful.

Hair and makeup by Alison Petitjean Bridal Hair & Makeup Specialist.
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Yesterday’s beautiful bride trusted me with both her hair and makeup without having a trial beforehand and the result was stunning.

We created soft, glowing makeup with defined eyes, paired with glossy curls and a half-up style finished with a delicate floral accessory. She looked so confident, elegant and completely herself.

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Yesterday’s bride, Zoe, looked absolutely breathtaking. 🤍

I loved creating both her hair and makeup, and the whole morning felt so calm and relaxed. With the most beautiful countryside views around us, it was such a lovely wedding morning to be part of.

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Zoe came to me feeling extremely anxious about her skin after a difficult journey with medication, discomfort and changes to her complexion.

On her wedding morning, my aim was to create fresh, radiant skin that felt comfortable, looked beautifully polished and still allowed her to feel completely herself.

Seeing her confidence return was incredibly rewarding. Her skin looked healthy and glowing, and I completed the look with a soft, elegant bridal ponytail.

A bridal transformation built on trust, reassurance and a personalised approach. 🤍

Hair and makeup by Alison Petitjean Bridal Hair & Makeup Specialist
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A quiet moment before the celebrations began. 🤍

Fresh, glowing bridal makeup designed to enhance her features while still allowing her to feel completely herself. She looked elegant, radiant and absolutely beautiful.

Makeup by Alison Petitjean Bridal Hair & Makeup Specialist.

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Fresh, glowing bridal makeup 🤍

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Imogen had a vision, and I’m so pleased I could bring it to life with her hair and makeup. She looked absolutely incredible and arrived in unforgettable style. 💜#promhair #prommakeup #hairandmakeupartist #promglam #prominspiration awardwinningartist northeasthairstylist hairgoals makeupartist glamou

Soft texture, beautiful movement and carefully placed volume came together to create this elegant bridesmaid updo. Designed to complement her dress perfectly and create a beautifully balanced finish.

Hair by Alison Petitjean Bridal Hair & Makeup.

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Sometimes the most meaningful moments are the ones in between.

A quiet pause before the celebrations begin… taking it all in before walking towards one of the most unforgettable moments of your life.

These are the moments I love capturing just as much as creating beautiful bridal hair. 🤍

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Okay… I have been far too excited to share this one. ✨

Hollywood waves, flawless soft glam and a dress that absolutely stole the show.

This look was the perfect balance of timeless glamour and modern elegance polished, effortless and beautifully feminine.

I always say the right hair and makeup should complement the whole look, never compete with it… and this was one of those moments where everything came together perfectly.

And can we take a moment for that dress… because wow. 💗

Prom is such a special milestone, and being trusted to help create that confidence and excitement before such a big night is something I never take for granted.

Safe to say she looked incredible. ✨
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From fresh-faced to wedding-ready. ✨

Every bride has her own vision, and my job is to bring that vision to life while creating a polished, radiant look that still feels like you.

It was such a pleasure creating Meg’s bridal makeup. Thank you for trusting me to be part of your wedding morning. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness. 🤍

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There’s a moment on every wedding morning where everything feels different.

The nerves soften, the excitement grows, and suddenly the reality of the day begins to sink in… ✨

Today’s beautiful bride embodied timeless elegance calm, radiant and effortlessly beautiful.

Pure wedding morning magic. 🤍

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From fresh-faced to flawless bridesmaid glam… ✨

There’s something so satisfying about seeing a makeup look come together from start to finish.

Soft, glowing skin, beautifully defined eyes and the perfect balance of glam while still looking like you just elevated. 🤍

For me, great makeup is never about masking natural beauty, but enhancing it in a way that feels polished, timeless and effortless.

Safe to say this transformation was a beautiful one. ✨
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If you know, you know… getting the dress on can be a full team effort. 🤍

We all had a little giggle trying to get everything on, but with everyone pitching in, it soon became a true team effort.

Shoes being slipped on, jewellery being fastened, final adjustments being made… all hands on deck. ✨

Wedding mornings have such a special energy a little bit of chaos, a lot of excitement, and so many moments of laughter in between.

Then, almost in an instant, everything comes together.

The dress is on.
The final touches are done.
And suddenly… she’s ready. 🤍

One step closer to walking down the aisle.

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Some wedding mornings stay with you long after the day is over… and this was one of them. 🤍

Today wasn’t just about creating beautiful bridal hair and makeup. It was about witnessing moments that simply can’t be recreated.

The final look in the mirror.
Dad’s first reaction… an approving thumbs up. 👍
A kiss, a cuddle, and one of those quiet moments where neither of them needed many words.

Then came the part that made this morning even more special.

Her dad has owned his motorbike for 48 years a huge part of his life and something incredibly meaningful to them both. Today, he took his little girl to her wedding on it.

Watching them disappear into the distance together was one of those unforgettable moments that reminds me why I do what I do.

For me, bridal beauty has never been just about hair and makeup. It’s about creating calm, confidence and being part of the moments that become lifelong memories.

And what a privilege that is. 🤍

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little obsessed with today’s bridal hair… and honestly, can you blame me? 🤍

That length.
That texture.
That shine.
Those soft, romantic waves…

And before anyone asks… yes, it’s ALL her natural hair. ✨

Creating bridal hair is never just about making it look beautiful in the moment it’s about designing a style that feels timeless, photographs beautifully from every angle, and lasts from the first photo to the last dance.

Safe to say this one was special. 🤍

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Happy tears. 🤍

The wedding morning is filled with so many emotions.

The excitement of getting ready, the anticipation of seeing your partner, the first look with your bridal party, the cuddles from loved ones and, often, more than a few happy tears.

These are the moments that make a wedding day so special. The moments that can’t be recreated.

That’s why bridal makeup is about so much more than looking beautiful. It needs to photograph flawlessly, feel comfortable, and most importantly, last through every tear, hug, smile and dance from morning until night.

As a bridal makeup artist, creating timeless, long-lasting makeup isn’t just about products it’s about understanding the journey of the day and ensuring my brides feel confident, beautiful and themselves through every emotional moment.

And if the happy tears come? I’ve got you covered. ✨

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When you’re 13 and already know your contour from your highlighter, you know you’re talking to a beauty enthusiast! 🤍✨

This lovely bridesmaid knew exactly what she liked and was excited to chat all things makeup. In fact, she already owned quite a few products from my own kit!

While she loved the idea of contour, shimmer and glow, my priority was creating a look that felt special for the occasion while still allowing her to look like the beautiful 13-year-old she is.

Soft, fresh makeup, a natural glow and a half-up, half-down hairstyle created the perfect balance elevated enough for a wedding, while keeping everything age-appropriate and effortlessly pretty.

The result was a look that made her feel confident, special and comfortable, without ever losing that youthful beauty 🤍

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Not every bride wants a dramatic transformation.

For this beautiful bride, the goal was simple: to feel like herself.

Soft, natural makeup that enhanced rather than concealed, and hair that felt effortless, elegant and comfortable from the moment she walked down the aisle.

With naturally fine, shorter hair, we added soft curls to create extra body, movement and fullness while maintaining the shape of her beautiful bob. Finished with delicate accessories, the result was timeless, understated and completely true to her personal style.

The smile on her face when she saw the finished look said it all.

Sometimes the most beautiful bridal looks are the ones that allow a bride’s natural beauty to take centre stage 🤍✨
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Not everyone who sits in my chair wears makeup every day.

In fact, some of the most rewarding transformations are for the women who rarely take time for themselves.

Courtney’s mum told me she never normally wears makeup or has her hair styled, so this was something completely different for her. From her elegant updo to her fascinator and finishing touches, every detail was designed to help her feel special while still feeling like herself.

What I loved most was watching her confidence grow throughout the morning. Stepping outside of her comfort zone in her outfit, embracing the occasion, and seeing her realise just how beautiful she looked.

Sometimes it’s not about changing how someone looks it’s about helping them see what everyone else already sees 🤍

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