Why I founded Blackthorn Bridal

I've always had a love for makeup, a wild imagination, and a passion for making people feel good about themselves. Like many others, I became entranced with the world of Beauty YouTube and a full blown makeup obsession was born, but I believed that it wasn’t possible to make a living doing makeup if you didn’t live in the city- until I took a stage makeup course at my local community college, where I learned that the Hudson Valley was one of the largest bridal markets in the country! I left college to earn my esthetician license, and that was when it occurred to me that I could blend all three of those passions into something meaningful.

There are so many gorgeous bridal makeup styles, but I’ve always been drawn to natural, effortless makeup- the kind that enhances your natural beauty, compliments your unique vibe, and leaves you feeling gorgeous all day long- without feeling like you’re wearing a mask. For me, the experience of having your makeup done should feel just as amazing as it looks! Weddings are such a special but stressful time, and I think the calming, grounding power of touch is something we should embrace- especially on your wedding day.

One of my favorite things about doing bridal makeup isn’t just that my brides leave my chair feeling like the most polished, confident version of themselves, but that I could help them relax, laugh, and enjoy their morning even more.

Now a little bit about me!

• It wasn’t just a phase, mom! Still obsessed with vampires, witches, and all things guyliner

• I’m a big reader, but I go through kicks. Some months I don’t pick up a book at all, and others, I’ll read 10 of them!

• I was homeschooled as a child, and now I homeschool my two children

• I am a total daydreamer with a foul mouth!

• My Man Godfrey is one of my favorite movies- ever

• I love all sorts of music, but if I had to choose one, I’d say Motown/Philadelphia Soul/70s R&B (that might be 3.. but it’s really all 1)

• I'm definitely the mom friend, which is handy when my brides get those pre-wedding day jitters.

  And that’s my story! I’ve got a feeling we’ll vibe pretty well. 😊