We used Elana Darrus as our hair and makeup vendor for our wedding back in August, and I don't have enough amazing things I could say about them.
I first met the team during my sister-in-laws wedding, and was thoroughly impressed at how quick, efficient, and pleasant every single person was. When it came time to pick hair and makeup for my wedding, I had forgotten about Elana and her team and originally was trying to book a location that my venue recommended. That ended up falling through and I couldn't be more thrilled.
Elana and her team are so amazing, they made time for me 3.5 months before our wedding. I missed one of my trials due to me not writing down the correct time, and they made it so simple for me to reschedule that. During the trials and on the wedding day I gave my vision and they made it a reality.
I look back on the wedding photos, and as someone who struggles to feel "pretty" the team at Elana Darrus made me feel and look beautiful for my special day. The girls had to drive out to our venue at 8am, and everyone was perfect, amazing and every girl in my party looked like an angel. The hair and makeup stayed on EVERYONE for a full 18 hours by the time we all got home and started to take everything out/off. Amazing.
I will recommend Elana Darrus to anyone who needs hair and makeup done for their wedding, and all other events. I was so impressed TWICE with their work, and I know they really put a lot of thought and care into their craft.
Thank you, ladies. You made me feel like a princess.
Michelle Plutz
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November 14, 2022
Booking through Elana was a great experience. My trial run with Rachel went very well and when I modified my vision closer to the day of the wedding, Rachel did a really wonderful job switching gears. I could not have been happier with my wedding day makeup! It was the best make up application I've ever had and one of my bridesmaids immediately came up to me and said, "Michelle, she's good! I've never looked this beautiful!" I would absolutely recommend working with Elana and team and felt the experience, value and quality were so much better than when I've worked with other makeup artists.
Melissa Ferris
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June 29, 2021
Working with Elana was wonderful. She was able to connect me with an amazing stylist and makeup artist. Elana made this process seamless. She, as well as the artist and stylist were extremely responsive and accommodating. I worked with Vesna (makeup) and Athena (hair) the day of my wedding and they were amazing. Very knowledgeable, talented, understood what I was looking for even though I didn’t have a super clear vision, and very accommodating. They were on time the day of my wedding and stayed to ensure myself and the bridesmaids were all set before photos. Myself and my bridesmaids said at least 5 times how much we loved our hair and makeup and got so many compliments from guests. I would highly recommend working with Elana and her team!
Kirsten Westerlund
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March 15, 2022
I worked with Elana and Sofia this past weekend for a vow renewal ceremony. Throughout the process there were numerous changes with locations and schedules. Elana was extremely flexible and kind. She accommodated any request and ensured the bride felt beautiful on her day. Her and Sofia arrived early to set up, created a comfortable environment and stayed extra to ensure the bride felt her best on her special day. I highly recommend Elana and her team for any of your beauty needs.
Natalie Agliato
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September 10, 2021
I hired Elana Darrus for my wedding September 2021. From start to finish, it was a great experience. Elana was very responsive with emails when I initially reached out, as well as throughout the months leading up to the wedding. Something unique about Elana Darrus is that that a deposit is not required until after your makeup trial, which I feel makes more sense than before the trial. This allows the customer to ensure a good fit before booking a vendor for their wedding. This policy made me feel that this company is not just focused on money, but also on the customer and staff experience.
For my trial, Sarah came to my house equipped with a chair, a ring light, and all the makeup and supplies she could need. Sarah reviewed my inspiration pictures and talked with me about what I was looking for. She checked in throughout the process to ensure I was happy with what she was doing. Sarah also recommended lip products for me to purchase for the wedding day when I'd need to touch up my makeup. Sarah is very nice, personable, and great at making you look beautiful for your wedding day!
On my wedding day, Elana and Sarah arrived early so they could set-up and were finished ahead of schedule. They worked seamlessly and efficiently with myself, my 6 bridesmaids, and my mom and MIL. Elana and Sarah executed beautiful makeup for everyone and it all lasted for the entire day, even with a little bit of rain during our pictures. I requested airbrush makeup and it truly didn't feel like there was anything on my face, which was important to me as someone who wears minimal to no makeup daily.
Overall, we had a great experience- from communication, to service, to execution, durability, and affordability- we definitely recommend Elana Darrus.
Thank you Sarah and Elana!! I look forward to working with the Elana Darrus team in December for my sister's wedding!
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We used Elana Darrus as our hair and makeup vendor for our wedding back in August, and I don't have enough amazing things I could say about them. I first met the team during my sister-in-laws wedding, and was thoroughly impressed at how quick, efficient, and pleasant every single person was. When it came time to pick hair and makeup for my wedding, I had forgotten about Elana and her team and originally was trying to book a location that my venue recommended. That ended up falling through and I couldn't be more thrilled. Elana and her team are so amazing, they made time for me 3.5 months before our wedding. I missed one of my trials due to me not writing down the correct time, and they made it so simple for me to reschedule that. During the trials and on the wedding day I gave my vision and they made it a reality. I look back on the wedding photos, and as someone who struggles to feel "pretty" the team at Elana Darrus made me feel and look beautiful for my special day. The girls had to drive out to our venue at 8am, and everyone was perfect, amazing and every girl in my party looked like an angel. The hair and makeup stayed on EVERYONE for a full 18 hours by the time we all got home and started to take everything out/off. Amazing. I will recommend Elana Darrus to anyone who needs hair and makeup done for their wedding, and all other events. I was so impressed TWICE with their work, and I know they really put a lot of thought and care into their craft. Thank you, ladies. You made me feel like a princess.
Booking through Elana was a great experience. My trial run with Rachel went very well and when I modified my vision closer to the day of the wedding, Rachel did a really wonderful job switching gears. I could not have been happier with my wedding day makeup! It was the best make up application I've ever had and one of my bridesmaids immediately came up to me and said, "Michelle, she's good! I've never looked this beautiful!" I would absolutely recommend working with Elana and team and felt the experience, value and quality were so much better than when I've worked with other makeup artists.
Working with Elana was wonderful. She was able to connect me with an amazing stylist and makeup artist. Elana made this process seamless. She, as well as the artist and stylist were extremely responsive and accommodating. I worked with Vesna (makeup) and Athena (hair) the day of my wedding and they were amazing. Very knowledgeable, talented, understood what I was looking for even though I didn’t have a super clear vision, and very accommodating. They were on time the day of my wedding and stayed to ensure myself and the bridesmaids were all set before photos. Myself and my bridesmaids said at least 5 times how much we loved our hair and makeup and got so many compliments from guests. I would highly recommend working with Elana and her team!
I worked with Elana and Sofia this past weekend for a vow renewal ceremony. Throughout the process there were numerous changes with locations and schedules. Elana was extremely flexible and kind. She accommodated any request and ensured the bride felt beautiful on her day. Her and Sofia arrived early to set up, created a comfortable environment and stayed extra to ensure the bride felt her best on her special day. I highly recommend Elana and her team for any of your beauty needs.
I hired Elana Darrus for my wedding September 2021. From start to finish, it was a great experience. Elana was very responsive with emails when I initially reached out, as well as throughout the months leading up to the wedding. Something unique about Elana Darrus is that that a deposit is not required until after your makeup trial, which I feel makes more sense than before the trial. This allows the customer to ensure a good fit before booking a vendor for their wedding. This policy made me feel that this company is not just focused on money, but also on the customer and staff experience. For my trial, Sarah came to my house equipped with a chair, a ring light, and all the makeup and supplies she could need. Sarah reviewed my inspiration pictures and talked with me about what I was looking for. She checked in throughout the process to ensure I was happy with what she was doing. Sarah also recommended lip products for me to purchase for the wedding day when I'd need to touch up my makeup. Sarah is very nice, personable, and great at making you look beautiful for your wedding day! On my wedding day, Elana and Sarah arrived early so they could set-up and were finished ahead of schedule. They worked seamlessly and efficiently with myself, my 6 bridesmaids, and my mom and MIL. Elana and Sarah executed beautiful makeup for everyone and it all lasted for the entire day, even with a little bit of rain during our pictures. I requested airbrush makeup and it truly didn't feel like there was anything on my face, which was important to me as someone who wears minimal to no makeup daily. Overall, we had a great experience- from communication, to service, to execution, durability, and affordability- we definitely recommend Elana Darrus. Thank you Sarah and Elana!! I look forward to working with the Elana Darrus team in December for my sister's wedding!