An item now a staple with most of our brides has to be hair extensions.  For that volume it was a must for Chantel.  I had to laugh when the photographer took the picture below and hers was sitting nicely curled in the background.  Not so long ago, that would have been a shock to most people.  As most bridal trends mirror what’s going on in fashion and with celebrities, it’s definitely not shocking anymore.

The outcome was breathtaking, she looked amazing!

Congrats Chantel!

Photography: Piper Studios

Having brides come in for make up trials and admit to stalking her website, wishing they were one of her brides – waiting for the images was torturous!!!

We set up at the Estates of Sunnybrook, the McLean House.  Marta, a mom with a one year old at home and of course a candy junky with an awesome body was a delight to work with.  Bleach blonde hair, we went vintage all the way.  Nicole, one of Silvana’s upcoming brides, we stayed with soft taupe’s, brown’s and pink’s to complement her own brown hair and ivory / pink tone knee length dress.

That’s it from me…enjoy the images!

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Wedding make up and hair is so tricky, brides always want a look that stands out but never want to stray too far from from their everyday (in most cases).  We are very careful in selecting options for brides, to achieve that ever sought after “me just enhanced” look.

With Ina, she walked in very natural…however chatting with her for a bit…we know we had to push the boundaries.  Well, just check out that pose!  I’m sure she was easy like Sunday morning to shoot!

Congrats Ina, you and your girls were awesome!

Photography: Piper Studios

She scheduled a couple of trials and MIXX fell into one of her team choices.  Pulling off her fake lashes and letting down her hair as soon as her other trial was done, we felt we could do a lot better for Jane!  ;)

Though one of our natural brides, she wanted a little brighter than your average colour, so we custom created a new MIXX lipgloss we’re inclined to call ‘Jane’.  A blend of a light pink as well as a russet tone, we came up with the perfect lipgloss shade for her.  Toning down the lashes and really bringing out her porcelain skin tone with cream and sandy colour eye shimmers, we were able to attain the make up look she envisioned since she was a little girl.  Classy and timeless.  Her hair complemented her make up with a side updo, softened by big curls swept to the side.

Midway during her trial, her sweet mom said forget about it, give your deposit and secure your wedding! LOL!  To quote Jane when she saw her final make up and hair “This was exactly what I was looking for, I would cry but I don’t want to ruin my make up – there – put that in your blog!”

This is why I do what I do, the tight hug from her mom was the best reward as I know I helped make her so happy to see her only daughter look so beautiful.

A testimonial from Jane:

“Thank you very much for seeing me yesterday!  I really loved what you and your sister did.  I looked fabulous!”

Her wedding day was executed just as perfectly.  Her girls were so sweet, actually thanking us for being so nice and walking them through their options.  I guess they were expecting the attitude that comes with quite a few in our profession.  Never at MIXX.

Congrats Jane, such a pleasure!

Photography: With Love Photography

They all had long, beautiful hair to work with and boy did we show it off!  The outcome was gorgeous, but canvases were already great to start with!

Congrats Lauen, all the best!

Photography: Mugshots

Her side swept Do with romantic curls has been the #1 hairstyle for brides in 2011, and I still love it!  Depending on how the bangs are styled, it can work for many face shapes.

We went with very traditional bridal make up, soft contoured eyes and a medium depth lip.  Although many brides prefer a lighter lip, girls it just doesn’t show up in pictures.  However, we are here to please so although we make our recommendations we always give you what you want.

Part of our creative shoot in the summer of 2011, pictures were taken to show the longevity of MIXX make up and hair, shot taken 5 hours into the hot sun! Picture in true form, not photoshopped.  What you see if what you get!

Part of our creative shoot in the summer of 2011, pictures were taken to show the longevity of MIXX make up and hair, shot taken 4 hours into the hot sun! Picture in true form, not photoshopped.  What you see if what you get!

Part of our creative shoot in the summer of 2011, pictures were taken to show the longevity of MIXX make up and hair, shot taken 5 hours into the hot sun! Picture in true form, not photoshopped.  What you see if what you get!

Her dewy look adds a bit of shine in the photos, not at all incorrect, just personal preference.

Part of our creative shoot in the summer of 2011, pictures were taken to show the longevity of MIXX make up and hair, shot taken 2 hours into the hot sun! Picture in true form, not photoshopped.  What you see if what you get!