Brave Beauty Makeup Artistry

Beauty services

Prices start at $500 per person

Packages

Prices start at $500

Number of beauticians: 1

Styles: Classic, Natural, Romantic

About Brave Beauty Makeup Artistry

Brave Beauty Makeup Artistry

Makeup Artist

Hi, I’m Kels, a makeup artist from Sydney, Australia, who found her way to Chicago for love. Now I live here with my husband, Miles, and our sweet pup, Bonsai. When I’m not creating glowing bridal looks, you’ll find me baking sourdough or belting out a karaoke ballad. I’m deeply passionate about helping brides feel like their most radiant, authentic selves on their wedding day. There’s nothing more special than walking toward your person, glowing with confidence and calm.

I specialize in soft-focus, natural makeup that enhances, never hides your unique beauty. Together, we’ll craft a look that feels like you: elevated, effortless, and entirely yours. I also believe those tender getting-ready moments are sacred. With a calm presence and a thoughtfully curated timeline, I help bring ease, peace, and joy to the start of your day, so you can soak in every beautiful second.

Services

Service categories

  • Makeup

Services & specialties

  • Available for touch-ups (hourly)
  • Multi-day events
  • Full spectrum skin tone matching
  • Makeup trials
  • Natural makeup (complexion only)

Specialty styles

  • Classic
  • Natural
  • Romantic

Brave Beauty Makeup Artistry packages

Once upon a Bride

Price$500

Description

The first chapter of your bridal story begins here with a calm, radiant, and completely indulgent beauty experience designed just for you. From your personalized consultation to the finishing touches on your wedding morning, every step is crafted to help you feel confident, serene, and entirely yourself. Luxurious skin prep, seamless artistry, and an unhurried experience ensure you begin your forever feeling absolutely luminous.

What’s included
  • An in depth bridal preview (2.5 hours)
  • 1.5 hr wedding day luxury application
  • Deluxe touch-up kit
  • Lash application
  • Curated skin prep guide on booking
  • Travel up to 30 Miles from Morton Grove, IL

A Cherished Morning

Price$850

Description

For the bride who wants to share her morning of beauty, laughter, and calm with her most cherished few. This experience includes everything from your personalized bridal preview to radiant makeup for two of your loved ones, creating a peaceful and joy-filled start to your wedding day. Together, you’ll enjoy a morning that feels unhurried, connected, and full of beautiful anticipation with every luxurious detail taken care of.

What’s included
  • Makeup application for bride & 2 others
  • Curated timeline
  • Lash application
  • Travel up to 30 Miles from Morton Grove, IL
  • Everything in "once upon a Bride" Package

The Ever After Ensemble

Price$1,200

Description

For the bride who envisions a morning filled with love, celebration, and effortless beauty for her and her closest circle. This full-service experience includes your bridal preview, radiant makeup for up to four additional loved ones, and up to seven hours of dedicated artistry and care. From the first brushstroke to your final touch-up, every moment is crafted to keep you glowing, grounded, and fully present as you step into your forever.

What’s included
  • Everything in "A cherished Morning" Package
  • 7 Hours of artist time
  • Makeup application for bride & 4 others
  • Extended stay for touch ups

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  • Sweetest, most supportive Makeup Artist around!

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    •Tia M.•1:10 am

    Kelsey did an amazing job on my Wedding Day make up!! We did a trial together with a look I thought I had wanted, and her execution was flawless! I did decide to go with something completely different for the day of, and even without any practice, Kelsey NAILED my vision and even did so with some scheduling hiccups (totally my fault lol). My make up lasted through a whole day/night in Chicago in August (incredibly humid and I'm a sweaty gal), and through every tear I shed. My husband wore a tan suit and I also had no problems with transferring anything onto him! She's such a kind soul and was incredibly reassuring while I had profusely apologized for the tight schedule. She really made me feel so beautiful and loved and I can't thank her enough for that! Thank you, Kelsey!!

  • Glowing!!

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    •Lara•Sep 25, 2025

    I couldn’t be happier with my experience! The makeup was exactly what I had envisioned and even better. Not only is Kelsey incredibly talented, but also so kind, professional, and attentive to every detail. I can’t recommend Kelsey enough – truly amazing work!

    Response from vendor•Oct 15, 2025
    Aww thank you Lara, it was so special getting you glam for your event! you are a super model!

  • Amazing Service!

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    •Kassie S.•Sep 25, 2025

    Kelsey was amazing! I had so much fun chit chatting when she was doing my makeup and had tons of fun. The makeup looked amazing and lasted too! I always have trouble color matching foundation and she got it spottt on!

    Response from vendor•Oct 15, 2025
    Lauren, it was so much fun getting you glammed for your birthday photoshoot! I cannot wait to create more looks with you in the future!!!

  • Lauren & Victor’s 8/9 Wedding Reception

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    •Lauren K.•Aug 24, 2025

    Brave Beauty Makeup Artistry was a pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Their communication style was clear, helpful, and friendly throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was exceptional - they were clean, organized, and gracious in executing my desired look. Brave Beauty was so attentive while doing my hair and makeup, and they even honored my request to make some last-minute changes. I'm so grateful for their professionalism and for helping me look and feel my absolute best on our special day.

    Response from vendor•Aug 25, 2025
    Thank you so much Lauren!! So appreciate your kind words, loved spending the morning getting you all done up. Wishing you and Victor a lifetime of happiness

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