About Kate

I’ve spent the last 20 years working with clients up and down the east coast of Australia & all the way over to the UK and Ireland.

My signature style?

Glowing. Classic. Timeless.

I love hearing my clients tell me it’s the best they’ve ever looked, and the most beautiful they’ve ever felt.

Be assured – my goal isn’t to change the way you look but simply to enhance the beauty of you. Women seek me out because they know they’ll receive a look that ensures they feel beautiful but still see themselves in their reflection.

Where do I work?

I run a mobile service in the stunning Byron Bay, Northern NSW & Hinterland regions and up into the Gold Coast. I also work from a salon in Byron Bay for small groups of 2 or less and for bridal previews if needed.

Why me?

Having worked with brides for as long as I have, and having been one myself, aside from providing you with long-wearing professional makeup on the day, I also ‘get’ what a wedding day entails including things you might not have thought of yet. I get the timing, I get the excitement, the nerves, the worries, the emotion I get it all.

I’m here to hold your hand every step of the way to ensure your experience is perfect. From our first hello to our last goodbye, I’m with you.

Having me on your team means you are in highly experienced hands.

I consider myself lucky to have contributed to so many gorgeous weddings. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of your innate needs in both the lead up to, and on, your wedding day. 

When you book me, you’ll know:

• Your time with me will be relaxed, fun and go exactly to plan.

• That I have taken care of everything from incredible skin care tips, run sheets, liaising with your photographer for timing and bringing the best mood music so you can just… relax

• You have confidence in me that comes from being backed by 20 years’ experience.

• You’ll have the exact look you desire. Guaranteed.

Your wedding day will last a lifetime in photos and memory and we’ll work together to create a look that you can forever look back on and remember how you felt so perfectly you.  

What's in my kit?

I don’t use any one single brand. I've assembled my own selection of products that are of the highest quality, perform well, feel luxe on your skin and photograph beautifully. Some of my favourite brands include:

• Laura Mercier

• Charlotte Tilbury

• Tarte

• Hourglass

• Morphe

I take great pride in maintaining a clean, hygienic and up-to-date kit.

Animal Friendly

I avoid brands that test on animals. Supporting products that are cruelty free or vegan is important to me.

What about a trial? 

Trust me when I say that arranging a preview, is a MUST.

(But not always possible and that’s ok.)

We want your wedding day to run exactly to plan and that includes knowing your look before the big day. A preview will give you the peace of mind to relax and enjoy your experience on the day.

The preview is also a time for us to discuss the look you want. We’ll go through images you like for inspiration, discuss the general feel of your wedding and the makeup you feel most comfortable in. I’ll also share some pre-wedding skin care ‘dos and don’ts’ to ensure you’re peach-perfect on the day.

Having said that, a preview isn’t always possible if you’re an interstate or international bride and there are absolutely ways we can work around that.

previews are fun!

It’s a great time to chat and get to know each other well enough to guarantee a fun and relaxed wedding day. 

Email me bridesbykate@gmail.com to secure your date.