Brave Beauty Makeup Artistry

Beauty services

Prices start at $150 per person

Packages

Prices start at $150

Offer from vendor

Brave Beauty is officially in Chicago!

To celebrate my new home, I'm offering 5% off all 2025 wedding bookings. It's my little thank you for welcoming me to the Windy City.

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$350

Description

This experience is for the bride who wants to feel like herself, elevated, radiant, and confident. From our first chat to the final touch-up, I create a calm, seamless process so you can fully enjoy the moment. We’ll design a timeless, radiant look that enhances your natural beauty never masks it. Think soft glam, skin-focused, and effortlessly you.

What’s included
  • A thorough bridal preview
  • 1.5 hr wedding day luxury application
  • Custom touch-up kit for the day-of
  • On-location service so you can relax in your space
  • A detailed beauty timeline curated for you
  • False lashes included in application

The Ever After Ensemble

Price$150

Description

This service is perfect for the women closest to you, your bridal party, your mom, or anyone you want to feel extra special on your big day. My goal is to create a consistent, cohesive look across your party while still honoring each person’s unique features and comfort level with makeup. The look is fresh, timeless, and radiant, skin-focused with just the right amount of polish to enhance natural beauty. Everyone will feel confident, beautiful, and photo-ready without feeling overdone.

What’s included
  • Full skin prep and long-wear makeup application
  • Lash application
  • Custom touch-up tips for the day
  • On-location service with a calm, enjoyable energy

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  • Lauren & Victor’s 8/9 Wedding Reception

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    •Lauren K.•Aug 24

    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

  • Trust me, trust Brave Beauty Make Up Artistry!

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    •Sarah•May 4, 2025

    Brave Beauty Makeup Artistry was an absolute delight to work with. From the very first consultation, Kelsey demonstrated a true understanding of my vision and made me feel at ease throughout the entire process. Their communication was professional and consistent, and the quality of her work was nothing short of sheer excellence. Kelsey has a remarkably creative touch, and she was able to create a personalised look that made me feel beautiful inside and out. What truly sets Brave Beauty apart is Kelsey's deep care for people, moments, and her craft - this passion shines through in every interaction and in the flawless artistry she delivers. If you're looking for a makeup team you can trust to meet your every need on your special day, Brave Beauty Makeup Artistry is the answer.

    Response from vendor•May 5, 2025
    Thank you so much Sarah, always a joy to get you glam!

  • Obsessed with Brave Beauty!

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    •Carielle•May 2, 2025

    I adore Kelsey from Brave Beauty! She has done my makeup a number of times now (for everything from formal events to special dinners) there’s no one I’d trust more! Kelsey is incredible at working with you to find a look which makes you feel confident and beautiful, whilst highlighting your natural features and matching whatever vibe you’re after. She is so talented, and also a gorgeous personality; always helping you to feel so comfortable whilst in her chair. Couldn’t recommend her more for every event you may have!

    Response from vendor•May 5, 2025
    Thank you sweet Carielle! Your face is one of my favs to glam! can't wait to create more beauty magic soon!!

  • A truly talented makeup artist!

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    •Kristina B.•May 2, 2025

    I had Kelsey do my makeup as a bridesmaid for a friend’s wedding and it turned out absolutely amazing! She was incredibly organized and ready to start on time as soon as I got there. I had a bit more of a nontraditional makeup look that I was going for, to which she was more than accommodating to make work. She was able to work quickly but ensured that the quality of work was there and my makeup did in fact last me the entire day! The quality of service and the final results were truly outstanding. Would absolutely recommend her for any special events you have coming up!

    Response from vendor•May 5, 2025
    Kristina, I loved creating this look for you! it was perfect with your dress. Thank you so much for trusting me!

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