For the Bride Who Wants Elevated, Not Overdone

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Bridal Makeup Artist | Wanaka, New Zealand

Makeup that becomes part of the memory.

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What Brides Say…

  • A woman with wavy reddish-brown hair and fair skin wearing a white robe, sitting and smiling softly in front of a plain wall.

    Brooke

    Firstly, wow! Emilie is a true talent. I have sensitive, oily, and rosacea prone skin, so you can only imagine the challenge. This didn’t bother Emilie one bit. She went above and beyond for me, ensuring my makeup lasted all day and night. And it did! I got so many compliments, but most importantly she made me feel the most beautiful I’ve ever felt. Do not hesitate to book this incredible lady. I will forever recommend her!

  • A bride and groom are smiling and embracing outdoors near a lake, with mountains and a blue sky with clouds in the background.

    Rosarah

    I was lucky enough to have Emilie do my bridal makeup. She set me at ease straight away and was extremely knowledgeable, suggesting shades and styles to suit my skin and wedding look. She absolutely nailed it. The makeup stayed on the whole day, even through some very warm weather!

  • A happy couple on their wedding day, embracing outdoors near a lake and mountains.

    Rhy

    Emilie did such a wonderful job for my wedding makeup. I still felt like myself, but an elevated version.

    I had caught the sun quite badly, and Emilie managed to colour correct my skin wonderfully! She was very friendly and personable, and I felt completely at ease.
    10/10 - wonderful human inside and out!

  • Woman with blonde hair holding a bouquet of large pink, purple, and white flowers inside a car.

    Fiona

    Emilie was fantastic! I absolutely loved my makeup—it was perfect and made me feel so special. Emilie really listened, and I felt at ease as soon as I met her. She also offered great suggestions, and the colours suited me beautifully. My makeup lasted perfectly all day.
    If you’re in Wanaka and need your makeup done, I 100% recommend Emilie!

  • A woman in a white dress holding a bouquet of flowers, standing in a grassy field with mountains and a river in the background.

    Ellery

    As soon as Emilie arrived, she put me at ease. She chose the right tones for my skin and I honestly, I didn’t want to take my makeup off! 10/10

  • A smiling bride in a white wedding gown and fur wrap outdoors during sunset.

    Ayla

    Emilie did an AMAZING job of my bridal makeup. I felt so well looked after, and every part of the process was so professional. I felt very comfortable and knew Emilie had understood so well what I was wanting to achieve on the day. I highly recommend her!

  • A newlywed couple in wedding attire standing outdoors near a lake, with mountains in the background. The groom is kissing the bride's temple, and she is holding a bouquet of white flowers while smiling with eyes closed.

    Amber

    Emilie did my wedding day makeup and it was perfect. We did a preview together and then on the day, I completely changed what I wanted and she nailed it! She also did the makeup of my mum and mother-in-law, who both loved their makeup and enjoyed being able to ask her questions.

  • A bride and groom smiling and looking at each other outdoors with mountains in the background during sunset.

    Karina

    Emilie was booked for my elopement, and even without a trial, she completely nailed it! She listened to what I wanted, creating a look that was both natural and stunning. My makeup lasted the entire day, even through some happy tears! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

  • Woman in a white dress smiling outdoors, standing next to a stone building with greenery in the background.

    Hope

    Emilie did my makeup for my wedding reception. She was easy to work with and accommodated my request for an elegant yet natural look. I was impressed by her knowledge of how to customize the look to fit my unique complexion and style.

  • Woman with long brown hair sitting indoors, wearing a striped shirt, with a TV and landscape painting in the background.

    Grace

    Emilie is such a master at creating the most beautiful, glowing, and natural yet glamorous looks! She made me look fabulous and was so warm, kind and communicative during the session. An absolute dream make up artist for any occasion.

As Recognised By:

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Meet The Artist

I'm Emilie - Wanaka-based makeup artist who believes that when a woman truly loves how she looks, something magical happens.

Nerves quiet. Joy is released. She stops thinking about her face and starts living in her day.

That's what I'm here to create: not just a look, but that moment.

And it begins before I've even picked up a brush.

Meet Emilie

Your Wedding Morning

While everything else moves around you, this hour is for you — starting with a gentle skincare massage, good light, and someone looking after you.

The makeup chair is where you slow down.

Your features, your skin, your wedding style. Every decision made with one question in mind: what makes you look like the best version of yourself.

Designed around you, not a Pinterest board.

I'll handle the details. You experience the moment.

Whether you want to understand every product or simply close your eyes and be looked after, I'll follow your lead.

Not just because you love your look, but because of that quiet, certain feeling that you are completely, utterly ready for your day.

You'll leave radiant. And feel unstoppable.

Experience the Moment
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Real Brides. Real Wedding Mornings.

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A woman wearing a white dress with a sheer neckline stands outdoors in a mountainous landscape, holding a bouquet of white lilies, with mountains in the background.
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A bride and groom on their wedding day, the bride with dark wavy hair and a floral tattooed arm, the groom in a black suit with his back to the camera, outdoors against a clear sky.
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A bride sitting in a modern, minimalistic room holding a bouquet of flowers, wearing a white wedding dress and veil, smiling gently.
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A black and white photograph of a bride and groom standing outdoors during sunset, with trees in the background. The groom is in a suit, and the bride is in a strapless wedding dress with her hair styled in loose waves, both posing closely together.
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