The Bridal
Experience
Bridal makeup and hair for weddings across Hampshire, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall, London, and beyond.



Calm.
Confident.
beautiful.
seen.
This is how every bride deserves to feel.
My bridal services are more than just hair and makeup; it’s a collaboration between you, your vision, and my artistry. Every look I create is designed to enhance your natural beauty, leaving you radiant, polished, and unmistakably you.
I’m here at every step of your bridal journey, offering guidance, gentle reassurance, and a calm presence, so you can relax and enjoy your morning with your nearest and dearest.
"My hair was absolutely perfect, and my make up was flawless, I felt like a bridal version of me which was exactly what i wanted!
- Jess


My Signature Style
With years of experience working with brides, I’ve perfected my signature approach. Inspired by my favourite editorial looks and earning the title ‘blush queen’, my iconic bridal skin was born. It features a radiant, sun-kissed glow with the perfect hint of blush, lit-from-within luminosity, and a fresh, lightweight finish that photographs beautifully and lasts all day.
I specialise in soft glam to create timeless, elegant looks that enhance your natural beauty and complement your unique bridal vision. Every bridal look I create is bespoke and collaborative, designed to reflect you, because the most beautiful version of you is your authentic self.
To complete the look, my modern, effortless soft waves and clean, elegant updos ensure a polished and timeless finish.
Sounds Dreamy?
The Process

Booking, Consultation & Your Design Appointment
Think we’re a perfect match? It’s time to get in touch. Complete my consultation form or send me an email with the details of your big day, and I’ll send you a personalised booklet with package options, extra information, and a quote. The booklet also includes a mock-up schedule to help plan your morning. This also helps determine if one of my trusted assistants is needed on your wedding morning — ensuring there are no hidden costs.
A signed contract and a non-refundable deposit secure your booking, and from that moment, your bridal journey begins.
Skincare & Prep
One of the most important parts of my process is the personal skincare consultation call. Together, we’ll review your current routine and discuss the best approach to prepare your skin for your wedding. Starting a skincare plan at least a year in advance ensures your skin is healthy, glowing, and the perfect canvas for your bridal makeup. This is where we lay the foundation for that radiant, lit-from-within glow that you’ll love in person and in photos.
Alongside this, you’ll receive a bridal prep brochure for your bridal party, packed with my top tips and guidance to ensure everyone looks and feels their best on the day.
Your Design Appointment (Trial)
I recommend scheduling your design appointment (trial) 4–12 weeks before your wedding, either at my home studio or at your chosen location. This is where your bridal look truly comes to life.
During the trial, we’ll take our time collaborating on your makeup and hair. We’ll review any mood boards or inspiration images you’ve gathered, and I’ll provide expert guidance on what suits your skin type, face shape, and colouring. We’ll also adapt your everyday makeup into a soft, elevated bridal look; perfect for brides who want to feel authentically themselves, just a little more radiant and polished.
When applying your makeup, I’ll guide you through every step, ensuring you feel comfortable and confident. I check in throughout, making subtle tweaks until you’re completely happy with your look.
Documenting & Planning
Once we’ve perfected your bridal look, I take detailed notes and photographs to document every step. From there, I create a calm, well-timed schedule for your wedding morning, so everything runs smoothly, and you can enjoy your final moments as a Miss with your nearest and dearest.
Your Bridal Party
You and your girls deserve to feel beautiful on your special day! Your bridal party is made up of your chosen loved ones, so it's important to me that they look and feel their best too. Whether you want your bridesmaids' makeup to match yours or allow them to choose their own styles, I will provide guidance on what suits them best and tailor products to their skin types to ensure long-lasting makeup.
Gifting makeup application to your Mum and Mother-in-law is a wonderful way to make them feel special and involved. Given the emotional nature of the day, having their makeup done can help them remain calm and relaxed. While they might initially be nervous, I take great care to discuss their preferences and ensure they are comfortable.
For flower girls or bridesmaids under 7 who want to join in the fun, I offer a complimentary application of lip gloss or lipstick and a touch of blush to make them feel extra special.
Your Wedding Day
Your wedding morning is a private, meaningful space, and I treat it as such. I don’t film makeup processes, before-and-after transformations, or behind-the-scenes moments on wedding days. Being invited into that time with you and your loved ones is a privilege, and my focus is always on you, not content creation. If you choose to share your final look, I’m honoured to capture it with care and consent. Any educational or creative content is created separately with models, never at the expense of a bride’s comfort or privacy.
Your wedding morning can be filled with emotions, but I’ll be there to guide you through it all. A confirmed schedule, sent a month in advance, will ensure everything runs smoothly. Everyone will be ready an hour to an hour and a half before the ceremony, allowing time for photos and those precious final moments with your loved ones. I'll be on hand until the last minute to help with finishing touches, ensuring you walk down the aisle as the bride you've always imagined.
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"She put me so at ease during my trial and was such a calming influence on the big day. My make up lasted all day and my skin looked flawless right up until midnight.
- Hollie


Why Choose Olivia?

Every bride deserves to feel radiant, confident, and unmistakably herself.

