My beautiful Priya! I met Priya on a warm but breezy day at a pub in Hampton Court/ Thames Ditton. We chatted about her plans to her beau which involved a Catholic church ceremony followed by a colour filled reception at Hampton Court Palace. She would need a soft look in the morning that would transition with minimal effort to …
The Landmark Wedding Fair 2018
It’s not very often I exhibit at a wedding fair. In fact, other than Landmark I’ve only ever exhibited twice. After so many years in retail I find them MEGA awkward having to just sort of stand there, showcasing my wares and hope someone wants to talk to me about my work. So this year I vowed that that things …
How to prepare for your Wedding Hair and Make Up Trial
Originally published on Babb Photo. Congratulations, you’ve found your wedding makeup artist and hair stylist! The hard bit has been accomplished! I’m here to guide you through the next bit, how to prepare for your wedding make up and hair trial in 5 steps. Decide when you want it to be Most hair and make up artists will …
Jo- Subtle smokey eyes, plaits and blow dries for a One Temple Place wedding
My beautiful, amazingly nerdy, writer, Jo contacted me about her black tie wedding as she loved my natural make up and hair style. Jo and I Skype called last year after a recommendation from her amazing wedding planner Yana of Peach Perfect Weddings. We instantly hit it off, discussing respective cultures and traditions, literature and weather- she lives in Texas! …
Krishna- Sixties Bollywood smokey eye and natural skin for an Anglo Indian wedding
Krishna and I have known each other since I was 11 and she was 12. We met through one of my oldest friends at school, so when she asked me to help her with her wedding make up for both her Indian ceremony and her Western ceremony I jumped at the chance via cocktails at Charlotte’s W5! We …
The Oyster Shed Wedding Fair
A few weeks ago via Natalie J Weddings I was invited to attend and exhibit at The Oyster Shed‘s very first wedding fair. Held at their bar/ restaurant on the river close to Monument and Cannon Street it promised to be a new and exciting evening where a small amount of wedding professionals could get together to show off their …
English Ruins Bridal Style- The Wedding Sparrow
While we are completely in love with all things refined and with that minimalistic flair, we also fully appreciate the wilder side of things. Today’s beautiful styled bridal feature boasts an abundance of natural textures, wildly composed florals, and super pretty texturized Karen Willis Holmes gowns. We’re fawning over the fine art pretty by Kylee Yee, and Hair and Make Up Artist Kylie …
Bronzed Summer Skin Step by Step- Perfect for darker skins!
Congratulations! You got a tan this year! This tutorial is all about how to make the most of the sun kissed glow you’ve gained this August and is particularly fabulous if you’re of a darker complexion, like our gorgeous model, Amy and or are planning a destination wedding. Massive shout outs to Lisa Jane Photography for the lush imagery and Irene Piera …
Ballet Inspired Bridal Looks For Your Big Day- Rock My Wedding
Ballet inspired bridal looks ALWAYS get team RMW excited, we love the soft colours, the tulle, the ribbon and the elegance and strength embodied by the dancers themselves. This shoot is even more striking because it embraces the black swan too, using smouldering make up looks from Kylie McMichael and the prettiest dresses in inky shades from Shanna Melville and Olwen Bourke. The story of …
A Dreamy Pastel Coloured Summer Birthday Picnic- Rock My Style
As a November baby I’ve always been a little envious of people born in the summer, with their outdoor birthday celebrations – BBQs, marquees, pool parties and so on (the pool parties were in shows like The OC, not IRL when I was growing up in Yorkshire, obvs). So when Sadaf’s 30th birthday party dropped into my inbox, well, …
Organic Copper and Blue Wedding Inspiration- 100 Layer Cake
Alexandria of Alexandria Events wrote to me last Autumn and asked if I wanted to be part of this absolutely gorgeous shoot. The idea of a copper and blue, modern and eclectic aesthetic really appealed to me. It gave me a chance to show off some copper smokey eye tones and textures and deep red lip. It …
Christmas Party and Festive Make Up Tutorial: Sultry Smoky Eyes, Glowy Skin and a Red Lip- Love My Dress
Hello ladies! Are we covered in tinsel and sparkle yet?! I am. To be honest, it’s very rare I’m not! My tree has been up for about two weeks and I have been covering everyone in Christmas cheer since early November. Follow makeup artist Kylie McMichael on Instagram All photography by Lisa Jane I love Christmas. I love absolutely …
Grace- Smokey eyeliner and blow dry for a Greenwich Engagement shoot
Grace contacted me after their engagement shoot photographer Marianne Chua recommended me. Which was rather lovely of her! We met in London to discuss what Grace needed from me. She wanted to keep her bob shiny, healthy and voluminous and we made the most of that gorgeous healthy complexion she has! We enhanced her eyes with some liner and false lashes keeping …
Leia- Natural make up and hair for zombie engagement shoot in Hampstead
Leia and Torsten got in touch me via Marianne Chua after seeing this halloween inspired shoot by myself and Ellie Gillard. Leia loved the idea of a shoot to celebrate their engagement and Torsten thought it would be fun to incorporate one of their favourite TV shows, The Walking Dead into the mix! Post flight over to the UK …
Heather- Pink lipstick and twisted chignon for a St Pancras Wedding
When your mutual wedding photographer calls you ‘a legend’ to her clients, it’s always a delight when they get in touch! Heather dropped me an email via our mutual photographer Laura of LM Weddings, wanting a modern, bronzed and edgy do for her day. We met in Covent Garden for fizz as she discussed what she and didn’t want. Previous times …
Serene- Natural East Asian makeup and hair for a Hampshire Engagement shoot
Serene got in touch with me last year after a recommendation from the awesome and ever so pleasant photographer Albert Palmer. Serene and her Fiancé Gavin were flying into the UK from Singapore for their engagement shoot with Albert and wanted a Make Up Artist and Hair Stylist. They were staying at the beautiful and calming Daisybank Cottage …
Polly- A healthy glowing complexion and bob blow dry for a Kent wedding
Like pretty much all of my Brides, Polly came to me because she didn’t want to look too ‘done’. Fitting in Polly’s trials between her living in Singapore and popping home to Kent for fittings was surprisingly convenient. After trying some slightly gothic and ethereal looks we headed in a completely different direction and chose something healthy and …
Martina- Radiant summer make up and sixties inspired updo for a Kent Barn Wedding
A low key look with a nice bright lip was requested from the now Mrs Silcock. She had the most beautiful wedding dress and wanted to show it off and let it speak for itself. And that is what she got. Martina was quite keen to try her hair pinned up and away from her face on her …
Jade- A vintage 1920’s inspired smokey eye and red lip for a Welsh Manor Wedding
Jade wanted a heavily Vintage inspired look, Marcel Waves and sexy red pout. I was also asked to work my magic on Desree ( Mother of The Bride), Celia ( Mother of The Handsome Groom) , Sooz and Clare ( Bridesmaids). All were a total joy to work on! You can never have too many lashes. …
Katie- A beaded headpiece and peachy contouring for red haired Brockwell Lido Bride
Doesn’t she look absolutely stunning? Katie came to me as she wanted something different on her wedding day. Originally Katie wanted to do her own hair but after discussing what kind of head piece she would be going for, this beautiful and bespoke Kat Swank number she decided to be pampered with that too! We decided on a fresh …