Why I Love Working With Maraschino Makeup for Bridal Hair + Makeup
As a wedding planner, I work alongside a lot of hair and makeup artists throughout the wedding industry, and I can genuinely say that Maraschino Makeup, lead artist Natalie Olson, is one of my absolute favorite bridal glam artists to work with.
Every single time we work together, Natalie brings such a calming, professional, and genuinely kind energy to the wedding day. And trust me, that energy matters so much when you’re getting ready on one of the biggest mornings of your life.
One of the reasons I recommend Natalie so often is because she creates bridal glam that feels elevated, polished, and beautiful while still making brides feel like themselves. Her work enhances natural beauty instead of masking it, which is something so many couples are looking for right now.
Whether the vibe is soft romantic glam, timeless bridal beauty, modern elevated makeup, or something a little more editorial, she adapts effortlessly while still maintaining her signature style.
But honestly? One of the biggest things that makes Natalie stand out is her pricing.
The average bridal hair and makeup investment in the wedding industry right now typically ranges anywhere from about $750–$900+ for bridal services and trials, especially in the Portland and PNW wedding market. Meanwhile, Natalie has some of the MOST competitive rates I’ve seen while still delivering an incredibly high-end experience.
And I truly need to emphasize this:
Her pricing in no way reflects the quality of her services.
She is one of the most professional, talented, detail-oriented, and sweetest artists I’ve worked with. Her rates are honestly a steal for the level of care, artistry, and experience she provides.
As a planner, I also deeply appreciate how reliable and organized she is:
Responsive communication
Realistic timelines for wedding mornings
Calm under pressure
Efficient without making brides feel rushed
Flexible with larger wedding parties
Team-player energy with photographers, planners, and vendors
Those things matter enormously on a wedding day.
Natalie also has an assistant stylist option available, which is amazing for larger bridal parties or tighter timelines. She ensures the bride always receives her direct attention while the team works efficiently to keep the morning flowing smoothly.
Another thing I love is how comfortable she makes people feel in her chair. Not everyone gets professional makeup done regularly, and wedding mornings can already feel emotional and overwhelming. Natalie creates such a welcoming, reassuring environment that people naturally relax around her.
And as someone coordinating the overall flow of the wedding day, I can absolutely say that a calm and organized HMUA team sets the tone for the entire morning.
At the end of the day, bridal glam is about so much more than makeup and hair. It’s about how you feel when you look in the mirror. Confident. Comfortable. Beautiful. Like the best version of yourself.
And that’s exactly what Natalie delivers every single time.
If you’re currently searching for a bridal hair and makeup artist in Portland or the PNW, I cannot recommend Maraschino Makeup enough. She is truly one of those vendors that couples walk away absolutely loving, and one of those professionals that vendors love working alongside too. ✨
You can check out her work here:
Maraschino Makeup Instagram
