Christiane Dowling Makeup Artistry

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Award -Winning Professional Make-up Artist for Weddings, Asian Bridal, Special Occasions & Makeup Lessons. Covering Berkshire, Surrey, Hampshire& London.
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Christiane Dowling Makeup Artistry Details

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Christiane Dowling Makeup Artistry Full Description
Christiane Dowling Professional Freelance Make-up Artist based in Sandhurst in Berkshire, trained at the prestigious and world renowned leading Makeup School, The Glauca Rossi School of Fashion & Photographic Make-Up in London and the internationally accredited London Makeup School. Makeup Artist of the Year in the British Hair & Beauty Awards 2019 and Regionally Highly Commended in the prestigious Wedding Industry Awards (TWIA) 2020. Covering Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey & London, Christiane is also available to travel nationally and internationally. Specialising in Bridal, Weddings, Proms, Photoshoots, Festivals and all Special Occasions, Christiane uses only the highest quality brands including Chanel, Dior, MAC, Nars, Smashbox, Urban Decay, Charlotte Tilbury, Stila, Huda Beauty and Anastasia Beverly Hills, to ensure an excellent finish and makeup that lasts. Bridal Makeup Lessons are also offered. For more information and client testimonials please visit our website at https://www.christianedowling.com or our Facebook page. Alternatively look us up on Google where you'll find extensive 5* client reviews and ratings from across the internet. As seen in Condé Nast BRIDES Magazine.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Christiane
Thank you for your enquiry to Christiane Dowling Makeup Artistry via BRIDEBOOK and many congratulations on your forthcoming wedding. Planning your Big Day is one of the most exciting times of your life and we would love to be a part of it! You will find lots of information on Christiane Dowling Makeup Artistry, examples of our work and client testimonials on our website. If you have any further questions or would like to make a booking enquiry, please email christiane@christianedowling.com

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2016
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 10 and 30
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
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Stef Bowring
Happy couple married in August
September 2019
I am so glad I found Christiane, her work is absolutely incredible.

Christiane did mine, my mums and two of my bridesmaids makeup for my wedding on the 29th August, she did an absolutely amazing job. Christiane was very professional right from the first communication. At my trial she made me feel so comfortable and nothing was too much trouble, I didn’t really have any idea what style I wanted, and Christiane just went with it and I loved it so much. Christiane arrived super early on the wedding morning and took her time with each one of us, making sure everyone had exactly the look they wanted. I felt absolutely amazing all day long on my wedding day and I know my mum and bridesmaids did too. My makeup lasted all day and beyond and I didn’t need to touch up once. I fell asleep in my makeup, which I never usually do, but I woke up the next morning and my makeup was still perfect. Christiane was absolutely amazing from start to finish, right from the moment I got in touch with her. She was always happy to answer my (sometimes silly) questions and made me feel at ease. I would highly recommend Christiane, and I will certainly be returning for future special occasions.

Hazal Cairns
Wedding: September
August 2018
An incredible Makeup Artist

An absolute sweetheart and an incredible make up artist. She made the wedding day easy and enjoyable and made us all very pretty!!

Megan Ferris
Wedding: July
August 2018
Beautiful and lasted the whole day in the heat!

Makeup done for my best friends wedding and it was beautiful and lasted the whole day in the heat!

Raluca Braileanu
Happy couple married in June
August 2018
I wouldn't choose anyone else but her

Christiane did my wedding makeup and, as I look at the pictures, I realise that if I had to do it all over again I wouldn't choose anyone else but her.

Jessy Blackler
Wedding: May
August 2018
It was the best makeup I have had done

This weekend was the second time I have used Christiane for make up. Once for a wedding a few months ago, and this bank holiday weekend for a festival. Her make up is flawless, and lasts really well. My husband said it was the best make up I have had done and I have been to several other local make up artists. Three of my friends also went to Christiane for make up the same morning and were very impressed. Thank you Christiane.

Jade Waring
Happy couple married in May
August 2018
She made the whole morning more relaxed

Christiane did the makeup for myself and my bridal party on the 24/05/19 and I cannot recommend her enough. She listened to what everyone wanted and made sure everyone was happy and felt comfortable. Me and two of my bridesmaids had a trial beforehand which was also great and allowed me to be 100% sure of what I wanted on the day. She is super friendly which made the whole morning a lot more relaxed. All of the bridal party had comments on how beautiful their make up was and it lasted all day and night (even with a lot of dancing). I cannot thank her enough! :)

Sophie Delamasantière
Happy couple married in April
August 2018
I cannot stress how wonderful Christiane is.

I cannot stress enough how wonderful Christiane is. She did me and my bridesmaids’ makeup and we were all amazed at her talent. My bridesmaids all did not have very precise ideas of what they wanted, but for each of them she took on board their vague suggestions and came up with perfect outcomes. I had a makeup trial so I already knew what I was having, and on the day it was amazing. We all loved our makeup! And Christiane is really lovely!

Linet Gregory
Wedding: July
August 2018
She knew what I wanted without me saying too much.

I was so happy with my make up that Christiane done for me yesterday. Wish it could of lasted longer than a day. She knew what I wanted without me saying too much. I will be recommending Christiane to anyone that asks. Thanks again.

Jan Peace
Wedding: September
August 2018
I was delighted with her work!

Christiane did my makeup for my daughters wedding in August this year and I was delighted with her work. So much so I booked a makeup lesson with Christiane which I had today. Christiane talks you through step by step and makes sure you have mastered the application before moving on to the next step. Christiane is calm informative and very helpful offering me to contact her for advice following the makeup lesson if I get stuck. I highly recommend Christiane for wedding and special occasion makeup.

Laura Head
Happy couple married in October
August 2018
One of the loveliest people I've ever met!

Christiane did my make up for my wedding and it was exactly what I wanted for my big day. I felt amazing, the look really worked with my dress and hair style and it lasted all day. I felt amazing and she is one of the loveliest people I’ve ever met!

Christiane Dowling Makeup Artistry Location & Contact Details
Address
45 RAEBURN WAY, SANDHURST, BERKSHIRE, West Berkshire, GU47 0FH, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

Every single wedding has special moments and looking at the photographs always brings back wonderful memories from the day. Snowy weddings do have a particular magic though. Always remembered with fondness is one beautiful winter wedding in particular, mainly for the gorgeous bride and stunning scenery, but also for the hazardous journey through deep overnight snowfall and the relief at getting through the country roads to be at the venue on time.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

The important thing to remember is that no two brides are the same and ultimately a Makeup Artist needs to understand and interpret how the bride wants to look and feel on the day. Christiane trained classically at the world renowned "Glauca Rossi School of Fashion & Photographic Makeup" in London, but has also undertaken specialised training and is highly experienced across a wide genre of Makeup Artistry including Asian Bridal, Arabic Makeup, Mature Makeup and also in high glamour. Whether it’s natural & classic or glamorous & dramatic, Christiane has the experience & skill to create a look that’s beautiful in a way that suits you.

What about your business are you most proud of?

Christiane Dowling Makeup Artistry was born with the aim of delivering Christiane's own personal vision of exceptional makeup artistry and outstanding customer service. The consistently excellent reviews and feedback that we have been fortunate enough to receive from our clients is one of the most rewarding parts of being a Makeup Artist and is ultimately our proudest achievement. We have been blessed to meet so many wonderful clients and the growth in Christiane Dowling Makeup Artistry is very much a result of personal recommendations, endorsement by other wedding suppliers and word of mouth, for which we are always so grateful.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Great organisation and planning will always pay dividends. Book your preferred suppliers as soon as you have your date and venue secured. It's not unusual that we receive booking requests 2 years in advance. On the day let all of your hard work pay off, relax and enjoy your wedding. Don't get stressed about anything that doesn't run quite to plan. Take time to stop every now and then, look at all the wonderful family and friends you have around you and take it all in. It all goes far too quickly but there are memories being made that day which you will cherish for a lifetime. Get a Guest Book and give a trusted friend responsibility for ensuring that everyone adds a comment. Leave a disposable camera on each table at the Reception for your guests to capture all of those unofficial moments, you'll love looking back on them later. Don't let unexpected events spoil the most important day of your lives. Always purchase wedding insurance from a reputable provider.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

Usually our first contact will be with the Bride, who will have seen our work or very often been recommended by previous clients. Before we meet, we'll find out as much as we can about you, collect ideas that you have and ask for any information which we require. Our first meeting will usually be at your Bridal trial where we really get to know you and find out more about your dream wedding. We'll work together to create the perfect look for your Wedding Day, whether this is interpreting a style which you already have in mind in a way that's beautiful for you or helping with inspiration and ideas.

What do you love most about your job?

Makeup gives a real inner confidence and is also a visual expression of how your client wants to feel on their special day. It's wonderful to see a bride's face when she sees the finished look and when we receive beautiful happy photographs from the day....sometimes from the Reception itself! Being a part of someone's wedding is a real honour and you can develop a really special bond with your bride as you journey with her to the Big Day. It's the ultimate compliment to receive messages not only about your work, but also on the friendship you've formed.

What is your No. 1 beauty tip for a bride?

Seek advice from a reputable professional regarding preparing your skin well in advance of your wedding. Don't try any new beauty products or routines in the weeks immediately before the Big Day in case you suffer any adverse reaction. Don't underestimate the importance, but simplicity of eating healthily and drinking lots of water, your skin will thank you for it!

How do you keep the bride feeling calm on her wedding day?

Plan well and employ only reputable suppliers who can provide references, reviews and also insurance details. From experience, we have seen it happen all too frequently that a bride is let down by a "Makeup Artist" or other supplier at the last minute. It's really reassuring when you know that everyone around you is an experienced professional. You can rest assured that your only responsibility on the day will be to relax and enjoy yourself.
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