BRIDALGAL, founded by makeup artist Lilly Rivera 25 years ago, is one of the most appreciated makeup artists in the world. But who is the woman behind the makeup brush and how does it feel to be the beautiful bride treated like a princess under her experienced hands? Lilly was phenomenal! She and her team are true professionals.
They have mastered the art of making a girl feel sexy and natural at the same time. Not only did they make me and my bridal party look beautiful, but they were simply amazing women to be around. Lilly's perspective on make-up is a culmination of many years of study and practical experience in coordinating and designing dynamic looks for commercial print, photography, video and film.
They have mastered the art of making a girl feel sexy and natural at the same time. Not only did they make me and my bridal party look beautiful, but they were simply amazing women to be around. Lilly's perspective on make-up is a culmination of many years of study and practical experience in coordinating and designing dynamic looks for commercial print, photography, video and film.
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The use of airbrush makeup has been known by few for many years. Used by celebrities for red carpet events, special photo shoots and high definition formats. Lilly Rivera, when exposed to this now phenomenon, introduced its use to her bridal clientele over 18 years ago knowing that it would be very popular some day due to the amazing results.
BRIDALGAL, founded by makeup artist Lilly Rivera 25 years ago, is one of the most appreciated makeup artists in the world. But who is the woman behind the makeup brush and how does it feel to be the beautiful bride treated like a princess under her experienced hands? Imagine the beginning of your wedding day. the preparation.
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Kathryn Meyer
Nov 26, 2021
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Lilly and the Bridalgal crew were my hair and make up artists for my wedding. They were wonderful and made me feel like a princess!! My bridal party (sixe bridesmaids, my mom, and my mother in law) included girls with very different skin colors/types and hair textures, and the crew made sure they all looked fantastic! The wedding was a two day event, a Christian ceremony and a Hindu ceremony. Lilly and her artists made us look perfect and different for both days, with a more natural look for the Christian ceremony and a more dramatic look for the Indian wedding. On the second day they even came
Dominique Beck
Oct 16, 2021
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Lilly R. did my makeup for my wedding and I am beyond pleased with the outcome. She is a master at her craft and she’s so pleasant and fun. I’m glad I chose BridalGal for my make-up services. I can’t wait to see how pretty I look in my professional photographs!!!
Services: Eyelash enhancements, Lips
Services: Eyelash enhancements, Lips
Jana Steenholdt
Oct 15, 2021
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Lilly and Janet did my bridal hair and makeup trial and I can’t begin to say enough great things about them both!! We hired them on the spot for our wedding and are just so thankful to have met them! They made it a fun and collaborative experience to ensure I was getting the look that I wanted for my wedding. They guided me through the process with incredible expertise and made me feel at ease and comfortable the entire time. One of my bridesmaids was in town visiting and we raved about how great Bridal Gal was the entire evening and absolutely LOVED the look they created! I was nervous about
Sonali Marfatia
Sep 29, 2021
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Lily and her team at Bridal Gal were amazing. From the first time I met them at my hair and makeup trial to the day of the wedding, Lily and her team have been so responsive and professional. Whenever I would come across a specific hair style or a particular makeup look I would immediately text her and ask if this is something that I could have for my wedding. On my wedding day I had two looks both done by the Bridal Gal team. It was literally like a princess diaries reveal moment for me BOTH TIMES. I was so impressed with the patience and attention to detail. I would highly recommend both Lily
Kelli Estabrook
Sep 15, 2021
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From the Bride:
One of the best memories I have from my wedding is getting ready and it’s because of Lilly, Janet and Marina made it fun and comfortable. I felt so special and they are incredible talented. They nailed each hairstyle and make up look. They made me the prettiest I’ve ever been. Their personalities and talent are 10/10. I wish I could have them for every event.
Last minute I changed my hairstyle and Janet said yes without hesitation. My favorite hairstyle that Janet did was the rehearsal dinner because I would have never been able to do something a look this stunning myself
One of the best memories I have from my wedding is getting ready and it’s because of Lilly, Janet and Marina made it fun and comfortable. I felt so special and they are incredible talented. They nailed each hairstyle and make up look. They made me the prettiest I’ve ever been. Their personalities and talent are 10/10. I wish I could have them for every event.
Last minute I changed my hairstyle and Janet said yes without hesitation. My favorite hairstyle that Janet did was the rehearsal dinner because I would have never been able to do something a look this stunning myself
Megha Jain
Aug 19, 2021
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Lily was the best makeup artist I’ve ever worked with! I booked her for my sangeet and wedding and I couldn’t be happier. She was professional, kind, funny and everything I needed on my wedding weekend :) I felt so beautiful after she did my makeup and she is so talented.
I hope to work with her more in the future and I recommend her to anyone who needs their makeup done for their wedding.
Overall, couldn’t be happier!
I hope to work with her more in the future and I recommend her to anyone who needs their makeup done for their wedding.
Overall, couldn’t be happier!
Sara Ronde
Aug 12, 2021
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Lilly and her entire team were so extremely professional, fun and amazing to work with! I used BRIDALGAL for my wedding day hair and make-up as well as for both moms and all of my bridesmaids. Every bridesmaid looked incredible, and the moms looked so young and beautiful. I was so happy with how my hair and make-up came out, and felt so incredibly beautiful on my wedding day. Lilly and her team listen to exactly what you want, and are so accomodating and helpful. We love BRIDALGAL !!
Niharika Padmalwar
Aug 05, 2021
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I used BRIDALGAL’s hair and makeup services for multiple events in my Indian wedding. My experience with Lilly was amazing! She was attentive, and made sure I looked flawless for all my events. She was responsive all the way from the time I booked her services through the week of the wedding. I received compliments on my various makeup looks all weekend. I would definitely recommend BRIDALGAL to anyone who asks!
Navdeep Bhatti
Jun 26, 2021
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I loved working with Bridalgal. They did an amazing job for each of my three events. They were attentive to what I wanted and created hair and makeup looks that matched perfectly with each of my outfits. Lilly is very detailed oriented and took notes during our makeup trial. That way at each of my events she already knew what she was going to do and we were always on time. Meghna is an amazing hairstylist. All I had to do was show her a picture of what I wanted and she created the same look very quickly. She is also great at henna and draping Indian outfits. Bridalgal is a perfect one stop shop
Amanda Brown
Aug 14, 2020
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BRIDALGAL was my dream hair and makeup artist duo for my wedding and they made me feel the most beautiful I've ever felt the day of my wedding. I cannot recommend them enough! From the moment I reached out to BRIDALGAL to inquire about them, to the day of my wedding, Lilly was extremely responsive, organized, and professional. Both Lilly and Janet work very well together and are incredibly accommodating - I had three hair trials and two makeup trials and for every single one, both of them were accommodating to my time and location preference regardless if it was far for them or late at night. In
Anansi B.
Mar 24, 2017
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I don't even know where to begin. Lily is the sweetest and has the warmest spirit. She made me feel so comfortable and at ease from the moment I sat in her chair. I showed her pictures of what I wanted and she not only gave me the look I asked for but went the extra mile and exceeded my expectations. The makeup was done so well it felt like velvet on my skin. It was like I didn't have makeup on but a second more beautiful layer of skin. She made me look and feel like a movie star ready for my close up and to be photographed on the red carpet. Lily is the absolute best and she will now
Janie Z.
May 13, 2015
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Naomi S.
Feb 14, 2015
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Said D.
Feb 02, 2015
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I am disgusted by the unprofessional manner at which Lillian Rivera conducts herself. I booked services for my week long wedding with her in dec of 2014. Her assistant Karen worked with me and was fine. However dealing with Lillian was AWFUL. She was rude, brash and abrasive through the entire process. She also ensures you only see FAKE reviews of her online and is misleading to her clients. Also, all of the hard work her staff puts in, she claims credit for! Ridiculous! Stay far away. There are far better makeup artists within the NY/metro area. Also take a peak at the 5 star reviews. Sound similar
Jennifer N.
Feb 02, 2015
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A. M.
Jul 01, 2010
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