“Every communication I've ever had with Lillybeth has exceeded my expectations. Her communication and professionalism is better than any business I've ever dealt with.” - Fiona McClure (2014)
“When planning my wedding I was trying to make it a beautiful yet cost-effective day. Without a doubt the best money spent was having my makeup done by Lillybeth.” - Tracey Church (2012)
We’re a team of artists, so unlike most other makeup businesses, if something happens to your chosen artist that means they can’t fulfil your booking, you’re guaranteed a seamless replacement with no money hassles. We don't take this lightly at all, but emergencies and sicknesses do happen.
You get my oodles of experience having helped over 500 brides book their wedding beauty. Regardless of whether you book myself personally for your makeup, or one of my team for hair and/or makeup, you’ll deal with me through the whole process.
We've been 'Top Rated' on Weddingwise 7 years running! This is based on the number of positive reviews we've received from Bay of Plenty brides and wedding customers - which is awesome news for you!
It's not just about the makeup and hairstyling on the day, it's the process. Although we wouldn't be highly rated if past Lillybeth brides weren't happy with their results, they also rated us highly on the professionalism and communication they received. So you'll look gorgeous AND have peace of mind that we're reliable, will reply to your emails, answer your questions and guide you through the process, as well as showing up on the day - yay!
Personally, I love make up and I often wear it, so I had an idea of what I wanted, which Lillybeth was always very open to hear and on the day she couldn't have done a better job even though my skin was terrible due to lack of sleep for the whole wedding week and stress. I didn't have much concern though, knowing that I was in the hands of the best. I knew Lillybeth would make me look flawless and she did. I would recommend her to anyone!! - Bride Feb 2015
Personally, I love make up and I often wear it, so I had an idea of what I wanted, which Lillybeth was always very open to hear and on the day she couldn't have done a better job even though my skin was terrible due to lack of sleep for the whole wedding week and stress. I didn't have much concern though, knowing that I was in the hands of the best. I knew Lillybeth would make me look flawless and she did. I would recommend her to anyone!! - Bride Feb 2015
I booked Lillybeth via email from Australia based on just her online portfolio and the email contact that I’d had with her and she did not disappoint. The makeup lasted all day and night and was perfectly matched to all of our skin tones. I would recommend Lillybeth to any bride considering her for their wedding - Bride March 2016
I booked Lillybeth via email from Australia based on just her online portfolio and the email contact that I’d had with her and she did not disappoint. The makeup lasted all day and night and was perfectly matched to all of our skin tones. I would recommend Lillybeth to any bride considering her for their wedding - Bride March 2016
I never wear makeup so getting used to seeing myself in it was tough at first but Lillybeth listened to all my little requests and made the whole look perfect! She worked with my olive, brown Indian skin tone so well. The number of compliments I received was ridiculous! Lillybeth, you are an absolute star! - Bride April 2016
I never wear makeup so getting used to seeing myself in it was tough at first but Lillybeth listened to all my little requests and made the whole look perfect! She worked with my olive, brown Indian skin tone so well. The number of compliments I received was ridiculous! Lillybeth, you are an absolute star! - Bride April 2016
I booked Lillybeth two years in advance from the UK. I wanted my most important suppliers locked in early to be sure not to miss out. It was a gamble booking a MUA from pics online only and I didn’t have my trial until three weeks pre wedding. Despite the previous worry Lillybeth was fast and responsive to all my questions and following my trial I was sure I'd made the right choice. - Bride Feb 2016
I booked Lillybeth two years in advance from the UK. I wanted my most important suppliers locked in early to be sure not to miss out. It was a gamble booking a MUA from pics online only and I didn’t have my trial until three weeks pre wedding. Despite the previous worry Lillybeth was fast and responsive to all my questions and following my trial I was sure I'd made the right choice. - Bride Feb 2016
Lillybeth went above and beyond, giving me a skin care regime that worked brilliantly leading up to the wedding and helping me with other wedding stuff beyond makeup! - Bride Jan 2016
Lillybeth went above and beyond, giving me a skin care regime that worked brilliantly leading up to the wedding and helping me with other wedding stuff beyond makeup! - Bride Jan 2016
After meeting Lillybeth at a wedding expo, every communication I've ever had with her has exceeded my expectations. Her communication and professionalism is better than any business I've ever dealt with. On the day, Lillybeth matched the makeup beautifully to each person...even with our Steampunk themed outfits! I highly recommend this lovely, talented, incredibly efficient and hardworking lady to anyone/everyone! - Bride Nov 2013
After meeting Lillybeth at a wedding expo, every communication I've ever had with her has exceeded my expectations. Her communication and professionalism is better than any business I've ever dealt with. On the day, Lillybeth matched the makeup beautifully to each person...even with our Steampunk themed outfits! I highly recommend this lovely, talented, incredibly efficient and hardworking lady to anyone/everyone! - Bride Nov 2013
I especially loved how you made my mum look as she does not wear much makeup. You also made my bridesmaids feel comfortable and confident in the look you gave them. Each individual looked beautiful and the makeup matched them perfectly, even without a makeup trial on them! - Bride Dec 2015
I especially loved how you made my mum look as she does not wear much makeup. You also made my bridesmaids feel comfortable and confident in the look you gave them. Each individual looked beautiful and the makeup matched them perfectly, even without a makeup trial on them! - Bride Dec 2015
I must say we were all extremely impressed! Her professionalism was outstanding and all our makeup was flawless. Lillybeth made me feel more beautiful than I’ve ever felt before. You’ll be in capable hands with Lillybeth, she knows exactly what she’s doing. Thank you again for all you did. - Bride Aug 2015
I must say we were all extremely impressed! Her professionalism was outstanding and all our makeup was flawless. Lillybeth made me feel more beautiful than I’ve ever felt before. You’ll be in capable hands with Lillybeth, she knows exactly what she’s doing. Thank you again for all you did. - Bride Aug 2015
Lillybeth did a great job for myself and my four bridesmaids. She is very professional and is very good at responding to emails, which was especially great for me as I was planning my wedding from overseas. You will be in safe hands with Lillybeth - Bride April 2015
Lillybeth did a great job for myself and my four bridesmaids. She is very professional and is very good at responding to emails, which was especially great for me as I was planning my wedding from overseas. You will be in safe hands with Lillybeth - Bride April 2015
I was super stoked with my make up by Lillybeth. On a crazy, whirlwind once-in-a-lifetime occasion she made me feel so at ease, with our silly chats and giggles. Her great sense of humour made the “getting ready” process even more fun! The end result was just what I wanted. I have and will recommend Lillybeth to all my lady pals - Bride March 2015
I was super stoked with my make up by Lillybeth. On a crazy, whirlwind once-in-a-lifetime occasion she made me feel so at ease, with our silly chats and giggles. Her great sense of humour made the “getting ready” process even more fun! The end result was just what I wanted. I have and will recommend Lillybeth to all my lady pals - Bride March 2015
Thank you so, so much Lillybeth for the amazing job you did on my makeup but also my Bridesmaids, Mum and Nana. It was awesome to have you a part of the day. You are just so kind and always so efficient. - Bride Feb 2015
Thank you so, so much Lillybeth for the amazing job you did on my makeup but also my Bridesmaids, Mum and Nana. It was awesome to have you a part of the day. You are just so kind and always so efficient. - Bride Feb 2015
Everyone at the wedding commented how amazing our makeup was and they kept on asking who did it. Our makeup lasted the whole day! Even when we were hot and sweating a bit, you could not even tell - there were no red cheeks! I would highly recommend you to any of my friends getting married in a heartbeat!!! - Bride Feb 2015
Everyone at the wedding commented how amazing our makeup was and they kept on asking who did it. Our makeup lasted the whole day! Even when we were hot and sweating a bit, you could not even tell - there were no red cheeks! I would highly recommend you to any of my friends getting married in a heartbeat!!! - Bride Feb 2015
I came out of my trial-run knowing I had made the perfect choice! With very little instruction on my part, Lillybeth did such an amazing job at getting it exactly how I like my makeup to be done. She did an equally amazing job on my 4 bridesmaids, Mother and 3 nieces. Cannot wait for my next occasion to have her do it again - Bride Jan 2015
I came out of my trial-run knowing I had made the perfect choice! With very little instruction on my part, Lillybeth did such an amazing job at getting it exactly how I like my makeup to be done. She did an equally amazing job on my 4 bridesmaids, Mother and 3 nieces. Cannot wait for my next occasion to have her do it again - Bride Jan 2015
Ours was a romantic wedding for two in Tauranga which I needed to arrange from Wellington over just a six week period. I felt totally at ease in trusting her expertise and skill. Lillybeth made the whole process very easy and provided inspiring ideas throughout the process on how to have the “perfect day” well beyond the “perfect make-up” - Bride Aug 2014
Ours was a romantic wedding for two in Tauranga which I needed to arrange from Wellington over just a six week period. I felt totally at ease in trusting her expertise and skill. Lillybeth made the whole process very easy and provided inspiring ideas throughout the process on how to have the “perfect day” well beyond the “perfect make-up” - Bride Aug 2014
I had done a lot of research into makeup artists in the BOP area as I was from out of town. Lillybeth was always prompt with email replies and happily went above and beyond by providing recommendations for florsits/hair/beauty...I was very grateful for this. I had complete trust in her from the start which was a big thing for me - Bride Feb 2014
I had done a lot of research into makeup artists in the BOP area as I was from out of town. Lillybeth was always prompt with email replies and happily went above and beyond by providing recommendations for florsits/hair/beauty...I was very grateful for this. I had complete trust in her from the start which was a big thing for me - Bride Feb 2014
We've been 'Top Rated' on review website 'Weddingwise' 7 years in a row! We were the ONLY makeup service NZ wide to achieve 'Top Rated' status in 2016. These ratings from past Lillybeth brides cover not just quality of makeup, but professionalism and value for money. Many brides say they are impressed by our speedy emails and thorough communication.
Beause we're a team, if something unexpected means your chosen artist can no longer fulfil your booking, we offer a seemless transition to a replacement makeup artist so you don't have the stress and hassle of searching, booking and paying again! And if you've already had your makeup trial-run, we offer you a re-trial free of charge.
If you have cruelty-free or vegan ethics, your makeup can reflect this when you book with Lillybeth personally. She offers a 100% cruelty free and vegan-friendly makeup option and can use all synthetic brushes so you can know no animals were harmed for your beauty. If this is you please specify when booking.
Some people offer makeup on the side of their main role as a sales rep or consultant for a beauty brand, or are an artist who's exclusive to one brand. But we're professional makeup artists and hairstylists, not salespeople. Because you pay a fair price for our specialist services, you won't be pressured to host a 'party' or purchase product.
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