Hair & Makeup artistry
For women who want to look like themselves, just on their best day.
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At Beauty By Vespa, we don't do cookie-cutter.
We do intentional, personalized artistry that honors who you actually are. Natural. Elevated. Unmistakably you.
You found us because you're not looking for a look. You're looking for YOUR look.
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Brooklyn-based artist, Vespa rider, and the founder of a team of 26 artists who believe beauty should feel like freedom. We’re cruelty-free, nature-inspired, and obsessed with one thing: making you look like the best version of you.
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What Clients are saying
- Mother of the bride
"Elena's team were AMAZING yesterday! They arrived with the best energy, were so easy to work with, and made the whole experience feel effortless. We all felt so taken care of and they truly made us look beautiful. Also, I loved what they said "No we don't change you... we just enhance you." That mindset is everything."
- janet k.
"Elena was amazing! I needed someone on just a few days' notice to do my makeup with a short turnaround time for a video shoot. Elena was responsive and immediately understood what I wanted. She gave me a clean, professional, natural look so I'd be confident and, most important, myself on camera. She arrived early, was great to talk to, and worked quickly. I will absolutely hire her again!"
- Mother of the bride
"I was a little apprehensive, having never worn much makeup before, but Elena was so kind and thoughtful, she put me right at ease. I was so pleased with the result - I looked like a much nicer and more put together version of myself! ... All the girls looked beautiful! No one looked over done, just natural and lovely!"
- bride
"It was wonderful, and my husband was just saying how he truly noticed how good everyone's makeup looked! Especially since my mom and sisters don't often wear a lot, we were so happy with how they looked like themselves but very special and lovely. Thank you!!!"
- mother + daughter
"Phenomenal artist! She did both of our makeup and each of us felt like we had her undivided attention. She was so intentional in selecting colors and products. This was so helpful for our big night and special mother-daughter bonding time. I will definitely book again for my next event in the city. Thanks!"
- nicole n.
"Elena was amazing! She did my makeup for my 10th anniversary party and really nailed it. I wanted something more fun and creative and Elena did a beautiful job, and also had plenty of ideas of her own on what colors would work best with my dress, etc. Elena was also great with communication throughout the process. I can't recommend her enough and will definitely make her my usual makeup artist going forward!"
- connie k.
"Elena was great! She made sure we truly loved our makeup and hair. Her personality was great! I highly recommend her as your makeup artist and makeup person! Elena, thank you for doing such a wonderful job for my mom and I."
- tina t.
"Elena was absolutely wonderful-can't say enough! Extremely professional, responsive and reasonable! She listened to what my daughter wanted/envisioned and made it happen. Her hair and makeup looked beautiful! I would highly recommend Elena and we'll definitely be using her again!"
