Our Team

Our team of hair & makeup artists works collaboratively with you to find your perfect look. Whether your style is more classic or modern, our stylists will ask the right questions and make the informed suggestions you need to make sure you look and feel amazing for your big event. Our priority is you, so we make sure you’re comfortable with the process and the results every step of the way.

Exceptional credentials, even more exceptional experience.

Our stylists are known for their outstanding qualifications, expertise, and experience. We only hire stylists who have years of experience at the top of their field doing hair & makeup for weddings, professional photoshoots, film shoots, and big events. Our stylists have worked with countless models and brides-to-be, so you can take comfort in knowing your look is in good hands.

We make getting ready for your big day fun & enjoyable.

Above all, our stylists are great at having fun! We want you to leave our chairs feeling comfortable, confident, and gorgeous for your special day, so we like to make the process of getting ready a laid-back, enjoyable experience that puts you in the right state of mind to take on the world.

Lari Manz - Owner, Lead Stylist, & Luxury Bridal Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist

Hudson Valley, Catskills, Berkshires, Capital Region & Columbia Cty NY

Bridal Hair & Makeup Services

Lari Manz offers professional on-location bridal hair and makeup services including:

Bridal hair styling
Wedding makeup artistry
Bridal updos & formal hairstyling
Soft glam & natural bridal makeup
Bridal party hair & makeup
Elopement hair & makeup services
Engagement photo hair & makeup
Prom hair & makeup
Editorial & commercial styling
Luxury wedding beauty services

Her bridal looks are designed to photograph beautifully while lasting through humidity, weather, long wedding days, dancing, and professional photography.

Hair Color & Salon Services

In addition to bridal beauty, Lari is an experienced hair stylist and color specialist offering:

Precision haircuts
Curly haircuts
Custom hair color
Foilyage & highlights
Dimensional color
Corrective color services
Smoothing treatments
Event hairstyling
Professional makeup application

She uses premium professional beauty products including Davines haircare and color products, along with Jane Iredale makeup for radiant, skin-like finishes ideal for bridal and photography makeup.

Fashion, Editorial & Beauty Background

Lari studied Fashion Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City and brings a strong editorial and artistic perspective to her work. Her beauty and fashion expertise has been featured in The New York Times Brides, 100 Layer Cake, and IBride.com.

She is also the founder of an avant-garde jewelry line featured in publications including Cosmopolitan, Women’s Wear Daily, Ebony, and Essence. Her designs have appeared in luxury retailers including Macy’s and Neiman Marcus.

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Kadri – Bridal Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist

Kadri is a professional bridal hairstylist and makeup artist who brings a multidisciplinary background in artistry, photography, stage, and film giving her a trained eye for how beauty performs both in person and on camera. She specializes in timeless, natural glam bridal hair and makeup that enhances your features while maintaining a refined effortless look.

For the modern bride, her work is intentional, personal, and quietly luxurious. Kadri is dedicated to bringing each client’s vision to life in a way that feels natural, confident, and authentically you. She believes true beauty lies in balance because how you feel is just as important as how you look.

Kadri is committed to using clean, non-toxic, and environmentally conscious beauty products whenever possible, offering a luxury bridal beauty experience that aligns with mindful, sustainable values. Inspired by art, nature, and ethereal beauty, she brings a unique, sensory-driven approach to every client experience.

With a calm, grounding presence, Kadri takes the time to truly understand each client, ensuring a personalized experience that celebrates individuality, enhances natural beauty, and allows you to feel completely at ease on your wedding day.

Alisha – Hair Restoration Specialist, Wig Expert & Bridal Stylist

Alisha believes hair is deeply personal—an essential part of identity and self-expression. This passion has led her to specialize in hair loss solutions, where she has developed advanced expertise in creating fully customized, natural-looking wigs tailored to each client’s needs. As an award-winning hair restoration specialist, she is known for her compassionate approach and meticulous attention to detail.

With a background in early childhood education and development, Alisha brings exceptional patience and care to her work—especially when working with children. As a salon owner, she has built a welcoming environment and is highly regarded for her skill in children’s haircuts.

Alisha also has extensive experience as an on-site bridal hairstylist and makeup artist, working with wedding parties to create polished, timeless looks. Her artistic eye and love of design are reflected in her unique, personalized styling approach.

Fun, compassionate, and deeply client-focused, Alisha is dedicated to helping every client feel confident, comfortable, and truly themselves.

Jessica LaFountain - Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist

Jessica is a painter and art instructor who finds creative inspiration by connecting with people. She is deeply committed to creating a calm, elevated experience for every client, believing your wedding day should feel as stress-free as it is beautiful. Specializing in enhanced natural glamour, she artfully highlights your favorite features while ensuring you still look and feel like yourself—just effortlessly refined.

With a keen understanding of how elements like humidity and wind can affect a look, Jessica customizes her techniques for long-lasting, photo-ready results that hold from the first look to the last dance.

Known for her soothing presence and thoughtful approach, she helps keep you and your bridal party relaxed, confident, and on schedule—so you can fully enjoy every moment of your day.