By Madeline Eleanor

welcome party and wedding day and both looks were absolutely perfect and did not move at all despite less than ideal weather. I feel like I have repeatedly had the same conversation with artists—please don’t make me orange/bronzed, I like a natural look etc—and Madeline is the first person who actually heard me. All of her suggestions were spot on and I left feeling like I could trust her with my life. She also did my mom and sister’s makeup (both of whom are notorious for never liking professional makeup) and they were thrilled. My mom hadn’t had her makeup done since a traumatic experience as a bridesmaid in the 1970s and left Madeline’s chair asking her to write down every product she used.  But this isn’t even the most important reason to hire Madeline. She is so much more than just a HMUA—she was an integral part of my day. Madeline stayed for touch up’s, which meant she would place my hair and redo my lip while we were taking photos and offer posing advice. She fully re-curled my hair before the ceremony so it would be perfect. She kept me calm and happy despite reports of a possible tornado. She just brought joy and good vibes and was so fun to be around. She also did way more than just her job—she helped wherever she was needed (including sprinting to help fix a leaky ceiling during a torrential downpour). She is just the absolute best and I recommend her wholeheartedly! 

more attentive and sweet human to spend the day getting ready with. Thank you! I will always cherish the pics and the way you made me feel so beautiful! 

smanship and art. She has an incredible eye for balance, form, and detail — each element of my three wedding looks felt intentional yet effortless. I felt so lucky to have such a seamless, worry-free experience. Madeline is reliable, communicative, and deeply knowledgeable, and every aspect of her business is handled with efficiency and professionalism. What truly sets Madeline apart is her genuine investment in her clients. She was kind, patient, and incredibly supportive — not only with me, but with my entire wedding party. Her calm, caring presence had such a meaningful impact on the mood and flow of the day. Take this as your sign to work with Madeline Eleanor for your wedding — she’s absolutely exceptional. 

portfolio speaks for itself but beyond her incredible work, she is a joy to have on site and makes every client and vendor feel valued & heard. She creates beauty as a physical manifestation through the outward appearance of hair and makeup yet the real gift is the beauty and confidence that her work brings to your spirit. She’s talented in any style and her diversity knows no bounds between editorial, commercial, weddings, and high fashion she can really do it all. Jack of all trades, master of all. Hire her.

he has done my hair/makeup she has always listened to my wants for the look and has always made sure I am happy with the outcome. I could not recommend more! 

d to be exactly what I was looking for for my wedding day - elevated but not too over the top glam.  The devil is in the details and that’s where she shines.  Not only was she quick and efficient with her time, but she made me feel completely at ease and if I didn’t like something we quickly shifted without another word.  She stuck by my side for most of the day and really just acted like a close friend - she was the ultimate hype girl, the girlfriend you want there to take the best, most flattering photos of you.  She really did it all!!!! 

my vision to life—not only on my wedding day, but also for my engagement photos and rehearsal dinner. Madeline took feedback beautifully, and together we refined every detail until it felt absolutely perfect. When I looked in the mirror on my wedding day, I felt completely at peace—she had captured exactly what I envisioned. Her patience and kindness stood out just as much as her skill. She handled my mom’s indecision with such grace and genuine care, and she went above and beyond to help me discover and define my own inspiration along the way. She offered creative ideas I never would have thought of, and they elevated my entire bridal look. Madeline stayed on-site for touch-ups during photos, ensuring everything looked flawless from start to finish. Beyond her undeniable artistry, she is simply a joy to be around—sweet, professional, and someone I now consider a friend. If you’re looking for a truly exceptional hair and makeup artist, know that Madeline is worth every single penny. She made me feel the most beautiful I’ve ever felt, and I can’t imagine my wedding day without her.

s, while personalizing to fit my features/hair type/etc. Even after a sweaty, humid day of running all around NYC in mid-July, everything still held up as if we'd just left her studio! Definitely recommend :)

our best features were brought out by her incredible work. Madeline was also very attentive to any skin or hair concerns for me and my wedding party, and gave very helpful preparation advice. Thank you Madeline for making me feel beautiful on my wedding day!