Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair

Pro MMB Artist

Eversley, Hampshire

Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair
Melissa is an award winning Hair & Makeup Artist based in Berkshire & Hampshire. With over 10 years in the wedding industry she has styled hundreds of brides and created a variety of contemporary looks such as textured plaits, rustic updos, Hollywood waves or pretty half up looks. With a love for natural beauty she creates makeup looks that are flawlessly radiant, with a fresh feel that will last long into the evening. She loves getting creative on editorial bridal shoots and offers makeup lessons too. Melissa has worked and trained with award winning artists and luxury brands, picking up great trade tips and secrets along the way. She also offers airbrushed makeup on request.

My Portfolio

 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Grace Lally Photography. #glamorous #glow #wingedliner Photo by Grace Lally Photography
 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Emily Hardy. #classic #glamorous #blonde #romantic #hairdown #outdoorwedding Photo by Emily Hardy
https://www.honeyandwylde.co.uk
 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Grace Lally photography. #glamorous #smokeyeyes #glam #glammakeup Photo by Grace Lally photography
http://www.gracelallyphotography.com
 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Blush and Wild. #fresh #wingedliner #flawlessmakeup #cateye #glamorous Photo by Blush and Wild
 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Grace Lally Photography. #bohemian #updo #bridalmakeup Photo by Grace Lally Photography

Hollywood glam At Silchester farm

 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Grace Lally photography. #glamorous #brunette #waves #flawlessmakeup #chic #luxury Photo by Grace Lally photography
http://www.gracelallyphotography.com
 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Benjamin Stuart photography. #bohemian #halfuphair #brunette #hairacsessories #hairvine Photo by Benjamin Stuart photography
https://benjaminstuart.co.uk/
 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Sally Faith Photography. #classic #hairvine Photo by Sally Faith Photography
 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Grace Lally. #bohemian #blonde #glow #updo #bohobride #glowingskin #tiara #glowingmakeup #glowingmakeup Photo by Grace Lally

A soft silky twisted bridal updo styled to look like an effortless plait with flower pins by @makemebridal.accessories

A half up half down wedding hair style with soft bohemian waves and pretty golden sparkly bridal hair pins from @makemebridal.accessories - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Katy Djokic. #bohemian #halfuphair #bridalhair #brunette #halfuphalfdown #hairaccessories #boho Photo by Katy Djokic

A half up half down wedding hair style with soft bohemian waves and pretty golden sparkly bridal hair pins from...

 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Natalia D’ark. #updo #rustic #bohobride #boho #undone #bohohair Photo by Natalia D’ark
http://www.natali-ark.com/
 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Grave Lally photography. #glamorous #brunette #waves #hollywoodwaves #hairdown #luxe Photo by Grave Lally photography
http://www.gracelallyphotography.com
 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Love and lace media. #glamorous #bridalmakeup #bridalhair #bridalhair #smokeyeyes Photo by Love and lace media

Twisted hair detail leading into a low ponytail for a bride getting married at Rivervale Barn in Berkshire

 - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Helen sarah. #bohemian #flowercrown #bridalmakeup #airbrushedmakeup #flowersinherhair #bridalhairandmakeup Photo by Helen sarah
http://www.helensarah.com/
A bridal updo on blonde hair with soft root volume and twisted plaited bun - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Katy Djokic . #bohemian #updo #blonde Photo by Katy Djokic

A bridal updo on blonde hair with soft root volume and twisted plaited bun

Jess’s Hair was plaited and plaited again in this undone rustic hair up. Detailed golden accessories by Wilde Bride

Hair and makeup by me - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Natalie D’ark. #glamorous #glow #brunette #halfuphair #freshmakeup Photo by Natalie D’ark
http://www.natali-ark.com/

Hair and makeup by me

Hair & Makeup by Me
Venue : Warbrook House - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Natalia D’ark. #classic #halfuphair #goldeneyes Photo by Natalia D’ark
http://www.natali-ark.com

Hair & Makeup by Me Venue : Warbrook House

Natural makeup and express lash extensions by me

Venue: Warbrook house 
Dress: Tillymint weddings
Accessories: Wilde Bride
Hair & Makeup: me - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Natalia d’ark. #bohemian #halfuphair #stars #braids #plaits Photo by Natalia d’ark
http://www.natali-ark.com

Venue: Warbrook house Dress: Tillymint weddings Accessories: Wilde Bride Hair & Makeup: me

Venue: Warbrook house 
Dress: Tillymint weddings
Accessories: Wilde Bride
Hair & Makeup: me - Make Me Bridal Artist: Melissa Clare Makeup & Hair. Photography by: Natali d’ark. #bohemian #rustic #winterwedding #updo Photo by Natali d’ark
http://www.natali-ark.com

Venue: Warbrook house Dress: Tillymint weddings Accessories: Wilde Bride Hair & Makeup: me

FAQs

Where/when do the trials take place?

I suggest booking your trial in for a date approximately 3 months before your wedding. Trials are carried out on weekdays between 9.30-2.30 at my home studio in Eversley RG27

Do I need to bring anything for the trial?

Bring a white top, any hair accessories you may have and your veil if you have one. Some people bring a sample of their flowers which is a lovely way of seeing how the colours work with your look. Arrive with a bare face too, unless you have a particular way of wearing your makeup that you would like me to replicate.

Do I wash my hair the night before it is styled?

You know your hair best! Evaluate how much time you have to get ready in the morning, how warm the weather is, do you need a conditioning treatment...we can discuss this. Most importantly arrive with it clean, fresh, product free and ensure it is completely dry.

How long does a trial take?

Trials take roughly 2 hrs for hair and 2hrs for makeup or 3.5hrs for both.

How long do you need on the wedding day?

For the bride I will need 60mins for hair and 60mins for makeup + 15 mins for touch ups. For the bridal party I will need 45 mins for hair and 45 mins for makeup.

What is your cancellation policy?

My booking terms and cancellation policy are applicable once a deposit is paid. The are fully viewable on my booking form www.melissaclare.com/booking-form

When do your require final payment?

I require the final outstanding payment 6 weeks before the wedding.

What additional services do you offer?

I offer airbrushing with Temptu and Airbase foundations, solely to the bride as an exclusive service. I offer Lash Perfect Individal express lashes that last 2 weeks

Prices

Services Trial Price Wedding Price
Bridal Makeup 140 280
Bridal Hair 140 280
Bridal Hair and Makeup 195 390
Bridesmaid Makeup 85 85
Bridesmaid Hair 85 85
Bridesmaids Hair and Makeup 150 150
'Mothers of' Makeup 85 85
'Mothers of' Hair 85 85
'Mothers of' Hair and Makeup 150 150
Young Bridesmaids Hair & Makeup (10-14 years) 80
Flowergirls Hair and a hint of Makeup (under 10) 40
Individal Express Lash Extensions 45
Additional Artist 100

More info on my pricing

Travel is charged at £0.50p per mile (from Eversley, Hampshire, RG27)

A booking fee of £100 is required to secure me for your date, this will then be deducted from the final wedding day invoice.

If an Additional Artist is required for larger bookings, earlier ceremonies or restricted start times, there will be an additional charge of £100 per stylist.

Contact Artist

We will store your enquiry for 1 year and a minimum of 3 months after your wedding date, if provided. This is so that the artist can always refer to it if needed. After this time your enquiry will be automatically deleted.

Important Info

Years in the Industry

  • 10

Services Offered

  • Makeup
  • Hair

Insured

Yes

Minimum Booking Fee

£390

Travel Expenses

50p per mile

What's in my kit?

Hourglass, Nars, Mac, Temptu Airbrush, Kevyn Aucoin, By Terry, Chantecaille, Charlotte Tilbury, Bioderma, Ghd, Kenra, Bumble & Bumble, Lush Hair

What others say

Melissa's skill, timeliness, and intuition made the experience of getting my wedding hair & make up done a real joy. The make up she uses is of a very high...
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A HUGE thank you to both Melissa and Alice who were total superstars the morning of the wedding, working what can only be described as magic on myself, my sisters...
Ani O'Neill - See full version
Melissa & Alice were absolutely amazing at making sure they perfected my hair and make up for myself and my bridesmaids and two mums for my wedding day. They have...
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