Christy & Co. Named Winner of The Knot Best of Weddings 2023

Posted on November 12, 2023November 12, 2023 by ChristyL

17th Annual Best of Weddings Awards Honor the Top Wedding Professionals Across America

STURBRIDGE, MA—Christy & Co. of Sturbridge, MA is pleased to announce that they have been selected as a 2023 winner of The Knot Best of Weddings, an accolade representing the highest- and most-rated wedding professionals as reviewed by real couples on The Knot, a leading wedding vendor marketplace and planning authority. This is the 11th year Christy & Co. has been named a winner of The Knot Best of Weddings awards.

To determine the winners, The Knot analyzed millions of its user reviews across various vendor categories—planners, venues, musicians, florists, photographers, makeup artists, caterers and more—to find the highest-rated vendors of the year. These winners represent the best of the best wedding professionals that engaged couples should consider booking for their own unique weddings.

“We are both honored and humbled to have received this award for an 11th year. We pride ourselves on providing top notch beauty services to our wedding clients, and this award is acknowledgement that we must be doing something right! We want our brides to not only LOOK but also FEEL beautiful on their wedding day, both inside and out,” said Christy Lavallee, owner of Christy & Co.

Christy & Co. has been providing bridal beauty services for weddings throughout southern New England since 2010. They specialize in flawless airbrush makeup and stunning bridal hair designs. The business is located in the beautiful and historic town of Sturbridge, MA.

Formal Short Hair Style and Dewy Wedding Skin | Barn at Wight Farm | Sturbridge, MA

Posted on October 3, 2023October 3, 2023 by ChristyL

Something we hear quite a bit from our clients is how hard it is to find inspiration photos of formal short hair styles for weddings. Social media tends to focus on updos, and even when searching for the term formal short hair style, it often shows images of people with shoulder length hair. So when Tanda came to us for her wedding preview with a trendy short haircut, we were excited to put our styling skills to work.

Renee chose to curl Tanda’s hair to give it a bit of volume paired with sideswept bangs, while pulling it back on the other side with a beautiful hairpiece. It was the perfect formal touch! Christy focused on giving Tanda dewy skin with touches of peach and blush pink to enhance her bridal glow.

Here are some images from Tanda’s wedding at The Barn at Wight Farm in Sturbridge, photographed by Unity Mike. Look at that gorgeous formal short hair style!

Hollywood Waves and Soft Glam Makeup for Barn at Wight Farm Wedding

Posted on May 9, 2023May 9, 2023 by ChristyL

As a team of professional hair and makeup artists, it is always our goal to help our brides look their best on their special day. Caitlin, one of our recent brides, was no exception. She came to us with a vision of Hollywood waves and soft glam makeup, and we were thrilled to bring her dream to life.

On the day of her wedding at the Barn at Wight Farm in Sturbridge, our stylist Renee got straight to work, carefully styling and molding her beautiful strawberry blonde hair into perfectly formed waves. Caitlin’s stunning hair was a wonderful complement to her gorgeous gown.

When it comes to makeup, we believe that less is often more. Our goal is to enhance a bride’s natural beauty rather than mask it. For Caitlin, Christy went for a soft glam look that highlighted her features without going overboard. A subtle shimmery eye paired with a rosy lip was the perfect pairing to her glamorous waves.

Caitlin was thrilled with the final result! She looked absolutely stunning and radiated confidence as she walked down the aisle to meet her groom.

Here are some photos of Caitlin’s glam bridal look, taken by the always fabulous Joe Dolen Photography

Soft glam makeup and Hollywood waves wedding hairstyle

Hair and makeup for The Barn at Wight Farm wedding

Bridal party hair and makeup for the Barn at Wight Farm wedding

Soft glam makeup and Hollywood waves hair for wedding

Are you dreaming of Hollywood waves and soft glam makeup for your wedding? Contact us here.

Get Picture-Perfect Wedding Hair and Makeup Done by Christy & Co. in Sturbridge, MA

Posted on May 4, 2023May 4, 2023 by ChristyL

The wedding day is one of the most significant and memorable days in any couple’s life. With all the intricate details that go into planning the perfect wedding, and the timeless photos that capture it, it’s essential to pay special attention to your hair and makeup. If you’re a future bride or groom in the Sturbridge, MA area, Christy & Co. can help make your wedding day dreams a reality. As we specialize in wedding hair and makeup, read on to learn more about how we can help you look and feel picture-perfect for your special day.

Expert Styling and Exceptional Skill

When it comes to wedding hair and makeup, it’s essential to choose an experienced stylist with exceptional skill. At Christy & Co., our team of experts has years of experience and knowledge under their belt when it comes to creating the perfect looks for your wedding day. From intricate braids to glamorous Hollywood waves, our stylists will work with you to design the perfect style that complements your gown, theme, and personality. We stay up-to-date with current trends and styles while still maintaining traditional and timeless looks.

Custom Bridal Consultations

Prior to your wedding day, we’ll get to know you better and set up a custom bridal consultation. During our consultation, we’ll discuss your preferences and understand your style, personal taste, needs, and vision to create a custom, personalized look. We’ll evaluate your facial structure and features to decide on the perfect makeup palette that highlights your natural beauty and enhances your features. Our bridal consultations are a fantastic way to understand the process and feel confident and delighted with the final result going into your wedding day.

Effortless and Stress-Free Experience

Planning a wedding is stressful enough, with tons of decisions to make, guests to accommodate, and timelines to follow. At Christy & Co., we understand how crucial it is to make your wedding hair and makeup experience as stress-free as possible. We arrive at your getting-ready location and deliver efficient services, ensuring your hair and makeup look perfect and stunning in the photographs and in person. While you relax and get pampered, we’ll ensure that you’re ready in time for your special day.

A One-Stop-Shop for Both Bridal Hair and Makeup

At Christy & Co., we provide both bridal hair and makeup. Our team of experts works in tandem, collaborating with each other to ensure a cohesive look with an efficient timeline. With our extensive experience and vast knowledge, we can guarantee that your look will be seamless and flawless.

Conclusion

Your wedding day hair and makeup should be a perfect representation of you, your style, and your theme. At Christy & Co., we take pride in creating personalized and individual looks that reflect our client’s personality. From start to finish, our expert team ensures seamless hair and makeup with an effortless and stress-free experience. If you’re getting married in the Sturbridge, MA area, reach out and let us help you create the perfect wedding day look.

Wedding Hair and Makeup for Dreamy Tower Hill Garden Wedding | Boylston, MA

Posted on December 8, 2018December 8, 2018 by ChristyL

It’s like Christmas to a fellow wedding vendor when a photographer sends them the link to all the photos from a wedding they worked together and tells them to choose the ones they love. And sometimes it’s an almost impossible task when you love the photographer, love the subjects, and love all.the.damn.photos! And so it was with these gorgeous images from Laura’s wedding earlier this season at Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Boylston, MA. Abby Lorenz Photography captured everything so beautifully, it was virtually impossible to choose a select few to share here on the blog! So be prepared for a lot of them. <3

We started our bridal hair and makeup preparations at the Beechwood Hotel in Worcester. Laura’s bridal look was all about classic romance. Her makeup was a palette of nudes that included a slightly smoky eye, flirty lashes, and a peachy lip and cheek. Her long hair was worn down in a romantic wave with one side pinned back, secured with a bejeweled fascinator. She looked stunning!

Here are some (several!) of our favorite images from this dreamy early summer wedding.

Dreamy hair and makeup for Laura's wedding at Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Boylston, MA

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Timeless Bridal Beauty | Harrington Farm Wedding | Princeton, MA

Posted on October 10, 2018October 10, 2018 by ChristyL

Anytime someone asks me what type of look I recommend for hair and makeup for their wedding, I always give the same response: stay away from the trends, and choose something that will always be considered beautiful. Don’t date your photos. Go for something classic. Be TIMELESS.

Our bride Sandra, who was married last summer at Harrington Farm in Princeton, MA, chose exactly that. Romantic, pretty makeup, and a classic low updo of curls, pinned away yet softly framing her face. This look will NEVER go out of style.

Sandra and her bridal party opted to get ready at a local hotel, the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton in Leominster, prior to heading to the venue to get dressed, so we packed up our hair and makeup kits and traveled there to provide our bridal beauty services. Christy did the bride’s makeup in a palette of soft pinks, while Chelsea created her phenomenal wedding hairstyle. Here are some beautiful photos from Sandra’s wedding day, by Meredith Jane Photography.

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Historic-inspired Bridal Beauty | Old Sturbridge Village Wedding | Sturbridge, MA

Posted on April 12, 2018 by ChristyL

Could you picture a more perfect place for an historical preservation curator to have her wedding, than the Old Sturbridge Village living history museum? It was a perfect fit for our bride Lauren, who is a curator for Preservation Long Island. For anyone who has never had the opportunity to visit this popular attraction, it’s a fully operational New England village from the 1830s, complete with 40 historic buildings, a covered bridge, horse-drawn carriages, heritage breed farm animals, and authentically costumed staff. It’s truly a step back in time, and they host weddings on this incredible property!

We started off the day by doing hair and makeup for Lauren and her bridal party at the Oliver Wight House – a federal style mansion built in 1789 – at the Old Sturbridge Inn & Reeder Family Lodges. Right from the start Lauren knew she wanted to include elements of history in the bridal beauty for her wedding day. She requested a hair crown, and makeup in earthy tones that complemented the beauty of her cream-colored antique lace gown.

Here are some photos from Lauren’s historic-inspired wedding day, by the always phenomenal Ramblefree Photo Co.

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Garden Wedding Hair and Makeup | Tower Hill Botanic Garden | Boylston MA

Posted on April 5, 2018April 5, 2018 by ChristyL

It’s officially Spring here now, although it still feels so much like Winter! New England is always a bit slow to bring on the warmer temperatures, but they are just around the corner, along with bridal season! To brighten up the chill, I wanted to share some of the photos – and a video! – from our beautiful bride Marisa’s wedding at Tower Hill Botanic Garden. Love & Perry Photography and Films did a phenomenal job capturing the beauty of this day (as always!).

For makeup, I gave Marisa a “natural bridal glam” look – nothing too overdone since it was a garden wedding, but an extra bit of wow factor on her eyes to accompany her darker features. For her hair, our stylist Chelsea created a beautiful side-swept chignon. Marisa pulled the look off beautifully!

Bridal hair and makeup for Marisa's botanic garden wedding at the Tower Hill in Boylston, MA.

Beautiful florals by Peppers Artful Events.

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Rustic Barn Wedding Hair and Makeup | Salem Cross Inn | West Brookfield MA

Posted on March 26, 2018March 26, 2018 by ChristyL

Here in New England we are fortunate to be surrounded by a lot of colonial history, and our wedding venues in central MA certainly reflect that. The Salem Cross Inn in West Brookfield is one of my favorites, and incorporates a beautiful colonial-era farmhouse with a gorgeous attached post and beam barn. Surrounded by rolling hills dotted with grazing cattle, it is quintessential New England and a fantastic choice for a wedding!

I’m excited to share some photos of our past bride Alicia and her wedding at Salem Cross Inn. She chose to get ready upstairs in the bridal area of the farmhouse, where we have lots of space, great natural light, and a beautiful view of the surrounding landscape. Her photographer Mike Hendrickson of Unitymike Photography grabbed some fantastic shots of us getting Alicia and her bridal party ready. Everyone looked gorgeous!

Bridal hair and makeup for Alicia's rustic barn wedding at the Salem Cross Inn in West Brookfield, MA.

I gave Alicia my signature “bridal smokey eye” paired with a blush pink lip and cheek – my favorite classic bridal look! Our hair designer Chelsea created a beautiful low chignon-style updo that incorporated the perfect touch for a barn wedding – a braid! Continue reading “Rustic Barn Wedding Hair and Makeup | Salem Cross Inn | West Brookfield MA” →

Meet the Team! | Andreina | Bridal Hair Designer

Posted on March 7, 2018April 10, 2018 by ChristyL

Meet Andreina, our newest member of the Christy & Co. team. Andreina, who also goes by Nina, grew up with a love of all things beauty and fashion, and always knew she wanted a career for herself that involved making women look and feel beautiful. She decided to make that a reality in 2007 when she started the cosmetology program at Blaine Beauty School, focusing on both hair and makeup. After completing the program, she started assisting artists that specialize in the wedding industry, and that’s when she knew that bridal beauty was going to be a focus for her. 10 years later, Andreina joined the Christy & Co. team in 2017.

Andreina, bridal hair designer for Christy & Co. — Meet Andreina!

In addition to focusing on bridal beauty, Andreina also freelances for MAC Cosmetics and works for Ulta, which allows her to stay on top of the constantly changing trends in the beauty industry. She is multi-talented with both hair and makeup, and focuses on creating a variety of bridal hair designs, from soft and romantic to artistic and sculpted.

Here are some examples of recent bridal hair work Andreina has done. So pretty!

Bridal hair design by Andreina

In her spare time, Andreina enjoys spending time with her husband and children, exploring different types of foods and restaurants, dancing at Zumba events, and singing in her church choir.

Here are a few professional shots from weddings Andreina has worked with us recently.

Bridal hair design by Andreina for Tower Hill wedding — Photo by Love & Perry Photography

Bridal hair design by Andreina for Harrington Farm wedding — Photo by Meredith Jane Photography

We are so excited to have Andreina as part of the Christy & Co. team for a second year, and look forward to more of her beautiful hair creations for our clients!