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Bridal · Est. 2014 · By Enquiry

The bride who knows the difference.

London-based vegan bridal hair and makeup artist specializing in Asian and multicultural weddings across the UK and worldwide.

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London-based vegan bridal hair and makeup artist specializing in Asian and multicultural weddings across the UK and worldwide.

01

One bride. One day.

Never back-to-back. Never a second face after lunch. Your date is held entirely for you — engagement, registry, ceremony, reception, all of it.

02

Vegan & cruelty-free

The full kit, no exceptions. A standard held quietly for over a decade — no compromise on finish, longevity, or skin.

03

Bridal only

Not the bridal party. Not the guests. Only you. So the room stays quiet, the timings stay honest, and the attention stays where it should.

The experience

From first reply to final veil.

A measured arc, with no surprises. Begin when you're ready.

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  1. I.

    Enquiry

    A note via Instagram or the form. Read and answered by me — not a team, not a template.

  2. II.

    Video consultation

    We meet on screen. We talk through the day, the events, the people, the feeling. We decide together if we're the right fit.

  3. III.

    The year between

    Booked twelve to eighteen months out. Lean on me throughout — outfit ideas, supplier recommendations, florals, timings. WhatsApp open.

  4. IV.

    The morning

    Three hours. Hair, makeup, dressing. I hold the room, manage the suppliers, guide the photographers, adapt when plans shift. You stay still.

Selected work

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What brides say

Preeti Nambiar · Google Review · 7 weeks ago

"The first thing that caught my eye on Mandy's profile was her bio that said Let skin breathe. She gave me a natural glam look — and uses cruelty-free products, which was very important to me."

"In the months leading up to the wedding, Mandy was available to chat about my vision, bounce ideas, and provide guidance when I wasn't sure what I wanted. On the day itself I had a few unconventional ideas and she was so supportive — she helped me look and feel amazing."

"After the morning wedding I was crashing hard. Just chilling with Mandy, getting ready for the reception, chatting away about our interests and tasting canapés really helped me recalibrate and feel like myself again."

"Dearest Mandy, thank you for being you. I am so glad you could be a part of my day."

Sujata Bhattacharyya · Google Review · 13 weeks ago

"I found Mandy through her beautiful Instagram page, and I had booked her before I even found a venue for the wedding."

"I liked that her make-up was classy and tailored to each bride's individual face, taking into account facial structure and eye shape. I generally have never liked having my make-up done by anyone else, but I thought her work was a cut above the rest."

"Her proficiency beyond bridal into prosthetics gave me confidence she understood shape and proportion well — I decided not to have a trial. I didn't want generic Indian bridal makeup. I had three signature looks I wanted: a colourful 1960s Bollywood Hema Malini inspired look with beehive hair; a traditional Calcutta bridal look with a chandan design; and a dreamy shimmery pink romantic look for the reception. She gave me exactly what I asked for on each one."

"I cannot thank her enough. Her work speaks for itself."

Amrit Nandhra · Google Review · 28 weeks ago

"I couldn't have asked for anyone better — she's a 10/10 in her profession and as a person."

"We didn't get time to do a trial but through messages and calls she listened to the exact looks I wanted, gave helpful suggestions, and executed them to perfection."

"My makeup lasted flawlessly throughout both days — wedding and reception — and I didn't have to touch up my face once. I received so many compliments."

"If you're considering booking Mandy for your big day, I suggest you take faith and do it ASAP!"

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A note from the chair

"Twelve years in, I've learnt the morning matters more than the look. Brides remember who held the room. That's the work now."

— Mandy

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