Everything you really want to know
Austin, TX Fun and natural Bridal Beauty
(Including a peek at what I actually do, what I definitely don’t, and why my brides keep coming back for the realness.)
I’ve been doing this professionally since 2013, but beauty’s been in my blood since the days of watching my mom get ready—loud music, hot rollers, and all. In my world, makeup was never about vanity. It was about connection. Confidence. Showing up with your head high and a little sparkle on your cheekbones.
That’s still the magic I bring to every face I touch.
Over the years, I’ve built something pretty special: a down-to-earth beauty experience where you get to show up, be yourself, and feel seen. My brides? They’re laid-back, real, and low-key obsessed with getting the vibe just right. (We’re usually a little bummed when the wedding’s over.)
And my team? A handful of trusted freelancers I’ve worked with since 2017—artists who share my heart and high standards.
Around here, I’m the beauty-loving big sister you didn’t know you needed. I’ll guide you through the chaos, hype you up when you’re nervous, and make sure you feel exactly like yourself—just a bit more glowy.
Hey, I'm Heather—Bridal Makeup Artist Based in Austin, TX (And Yes, We Travel)
Heather, MUA
and a Whole Lot of Heart.
A Brush, a Little
Soft, light-handed, skin-first makeup that brings out you—not a new version of you.
You're laid-back but still want to look really cute. You love a little direction but hate pressure. Same.
I’m the calm in the chaos, the one who’s got her ish together—and yep, I’ve been called the favorite vendor. More than once.
Connection over perfection. cruelty-free beauty always. No wedding tax. No BS.
Ballrooms, backyards, venues—I bring the beauty to you.
I’d 100% bring my dog to your appointment if I could—she loves a good glow-up.
Hilary got ready in a yurt in Wimberley, tucked away among the trees with wildflowers on the table and the Texas sun streaming in. Her wedding wasn’t about perfection—it was about joy. Think friendship bracelets, campfire cocktails, and dancing barefoot under the stars.
She skipped the trial and told me, “I just want to feel like myself.” So that’s exactly what we did—kept her skin fresh, let her freckles peek through, and added just enough glow to catch the light in all the right places. The final look felt free-spirited and beautiful—like the grown-up version of running through the woods at golden hour. (And yes, I cried a little.) | 📸 Stephanie Rogers Photography
Lauren got ready at The Driskill in downtown Austin, surrounded by velvet heels, espresso martinis, and the soft glow of a vintage chandelier. She wore black. With feathers. On New Year’s Eve. (Yes, really.)
Instead of a “blushing bride,” Lauren wanted to feel confident, cool, and like herself—just dialed up a notch. We kept her look soft and glowing but added a little drama in all the right places. A swipe of liner, champagne-toned skin, and one killer pair of earrings. Her look said: “I’m the bride. And I’m doing it my way.”
It was romantic, moody, and untraditional in the best possible way—aka my dream kind of day. | 📸 Sunrise Media
Brides Who Did It Their Way
These are the weddings that made us smile.
Kate got ready at Hotel Magdalena in Austin, where the windows were wide open, the music was low, and the morning felt more like a cozy brunch with her favorite people than a wedding prep frenzy. She was calm, kind, and glowing—even before we started.
Her vibe? Effortless. Elevated. Nothing overdone.
We kept the makeup fresh and breathable (Austin humidity, anyone?) and gave her hair just enough polish to hold through a night of dancing without losing that natural softness. Her goal was simple: to feel like herself, just with a little extra glow—and from the compliments she got, I’d say mission accomplished.
This was the kind of wedding morning I live for: chill energy, genuine smiles, and a bride who trusted the process completely. | 📸 Lost in a Daze Photo Co.
✨ Meet Lauren —
A Midnight Bride with a Twist
✨ Meet Hilary — The Bride Who Dreamed of Summer Camp (for Adults)
✨ Meet Kate — The Bride Who Wanted to Feel Like Herself (Just Glowier)
✨ Meet Lauren — A Midnight Bride with a Twist
✨ Meet Hilary — The Bride Who Dreamed of Summer Camp (for Adults)
✨ Meet Kate — The Bride Who Wanted to Feel Like Herself (Just Glowier)
You’re not here to win a crown or walking on a bright stage—you’re walking down the aisle. No sharp cheekbones, shellacked curls, or lashes you can see from outer space. Just polished, glowy, you.
❌ Pageant Bride Energy
If you’re dreaming of hair that doesn’t move an inch (think super sculpted, shellacked Hollywood waves), that’s not my thing. I’m all about effortless, touchable texture that moves with you and feels like you—not like a wig glued in place.
❌ Helmet Hair Vibes
You know the look—12 layers of foundation, a nose contour that changes your DNA, and a groom wondering, “Wait… is that you?” Yeah, no thanks.
❌ Unrecognizable Bride Energy
If your lashes look like they could inch off your face and start a new life in the garden, we’ve gone too far. I’ll have your guests wondering if they’re real—not dodging eye contact with your new fuzzy friend.
❌ Lash Strips That Double As A New Pet Catepillar
You’re walking down the aisle, not filming a makeup tutorial under three ring lights. You deserve a look that works in real life (and still looks amazing in photos).
❌ Instagram Glam That Belongs… on Instagram
Beautiful, relaxed, and totally yourself… just with a little extra something. That sweet spot between “make me bridal” and “still feel like me.”
❌ You’re not here for drama—you’re here to feel like the best version of you.
Just because Pinterest says it’s pretty doesn’t mean it’s you. We’re not here to blend in with the trends—we’re here to elevate your style.
❌ The “Everyone Else Is Doing It” Look
If you’re not feeling it after the trial, it’s totally okay to walk away. No pressure, no guilt, no awkwardness. This is your day—not a timeshare presentation. I want you to feel excited, confident, and totally at ease about who’s getting you ready. If that’s not me, I’ll still be cheering you on from the sidelines.
❌ The “Now You’re Stuck With Me” Clause
You’re my kinda bride.
Let’s make your wedding morning the calm, glowy, feel-good moment you deserve.
If you’re nodding your head like, “Finally, someone gets it”…
If you’re nodding your head like, “Finally, someone gets it”…
Let’s skip the awkward surprises. Here’s what I don’t do—and why my kind of bride gets it.
