Posts by brightmarlin15

Sarah Taylor4 said:Is it seriously true that nobody in Des Moines uses high-end makeup? I might just kill myself.😲
And what about that woman who used to run the perfume shop near the CVS and Kohl's? (They have a Victoria's Secret there now)—I heard she does makeup.🤷

Come on, give me a recommendation! I need someone for a makeup session in September—not even for my own wedding guests.

The girl you're thinking of was the go-to when she was the only pro in town. Now, from what I’ve gathered, there’s this person named Anita (I don't know her last name or number, but I can dig it up if you need) who works with MAC and L'Oréal. But honestly, maybe I'm just being high-maintenance, but for MY big day, I want to look flawless with top-tier products. I mean, I already use Chanel foundation, CK lip gloss, and Dior mascara... why on earth would I settle for cheap stuff on my wedding day? I won't! I am more than willing to pay whatever it takes because, honestly, the makeup feels just as important as the dress itself. Am I asking for too much? Maybe!

I’ll track down Anita’s cell number for you in a few days and shoot you a DM.

On another note, I heard there’s a really talented male makeup artist out there... I think his name is Alan Lubic and he teaches at that cosmetology school over in the suburbs. Has anyone heard of him? If anyone has his contact info, please let me know. I would be incredibly grateful. 🙏

I completely forgot to mention—in all the wedding stress—that I actually ordered the invitations from a local print shop in Des Moines, and I am absolutely thrilled with how they turned out. Since I’m living out on the West Coast, I had to coordinate everything with Susan, the owner, via email and phone. I sent her my exact specs on Monday, and by Friday, the invitations were sitting right on my doorstep. She is incredibly easy to work with; you make a deal, and she sticks to it, period.

For the reception, I’ve booked a band playing at a Chuck E. Cheese style venue... well, more like a high-end banquet hall, but anyway, I hired them specifically because they are phenomenal and, most importantly, they don't play that cheesy country music, which is a huge deal for me.

If there are any other folks here from the FBI who need some advice or have questions regarding venues, catering, cakes, flowers, or anything else, please feel free to ask...

Sorry if I’m veering off-topic here...

I'm based out of Des Moines and my wedding is this August, but I still haven't secured a makeup artist. I am looking for someone truly reliable who can make it out to Des Moines by August 22nd.
Ideally, I would hire someone local, but honestly, nobody around here works with high-end products—and by that, I mean brands like Chanel, Dior, Sisley, or Lancôme.
I actually reached out to a stylist over at Nordstrom, but she’s fully booked that day; I tried contacting a few others, but they're all on vacation then.
Does anyone have a recommendation?????!! And if you happen to know what the rates are, I’d really appreciate it...
To be clear, she wouldn't be coming out just for me; I'll make sure there are at least five different clients booked for that day.

Please send your recommendations via PM.👋