Lilly Rivera is a pro at airbrush makeup, which is long-wearing and waterproof—perfect for misty-eyed brides and those who plan on dancing all night. Rivera often works with women of color and knows their particular makeup needs. A trial is $175; day-of makeup on location is $375 for the bride and $175 for each additional person (three-person minimum).

Butterfly Studio

This Gramercy Park salon specializes in black-tie wedding makeup; full in-salon services from $150 and on-location styling for the bridal party from $1,500. Veteran makeup artist Francesca Roman’s hand-applied makeup lasts eight to ten hours with touch-ups; airbrushed makeup lasts ten to twelve hours.

Cheek to Chic

Specializing in the natural look for brides, Raychel Wade started her career serving as the makeover pro for Nars and Bobbi Brown. These days, she works closely with brides on what she calls “You on Your Best Day” ($350 for brides; $150 per person for the bridal party). She also offers lessons ($175) for destination-wedding brides.

Christan Burran

Burran readies the bride-to-be by performing an aromatherapy face massage and smoothing oil onto her wrists for balance. Trial and consultation is $250, the bride’s makeup application is $500, and $250 for each additional person.

Damali NYC

For $250 to $350, this team trained by Bobbi Brown will ensure a smudge-proof, photo-ready bride; they also offer eyelash extensions, spray tans, and body scrubs. Consultations are $125 for the bride (part of which goes toward the final cost), $150 for each bridal-party member.

Dominique Salon

The Bridal Package ($500) offers unlimited styling by Dominique de Anfrasio, for however many people will fit into a three-hour time frame. The same goes for makeup, which includes cleansing, toning, and moisturizing. For the bride alone it’s $300 for hair and $300 for makeup.

Eve Pearl

A five-time Emmy Award winning makeup artist, Pearl specializes in older women, women of color, and women with “problem” skin (acne scars, rosacea). A trial is $250 for a 90-minute appointment; on-site wedding-day makeup for three people is $1,000. Pearl will do the rest of the bridal party, spending 45 minutes on every person, for $250 each.

Francesca Maniace

Maniace is committed to clean, precise looks that won’t go out of style. With a background in fine arts and photography, she understands how to make a face camera-ready, and her airbrush technique makes sure that the makeup stays in place all day. A trial is $150, wedding-day application for the bride is $225, and starts at $100 a person for the bridal party.

James Boehmer

Nars artist Boehmer began his career in indie film and theater, later graduating to cover shoots, runways, and weddings. Although high-fashion looks are his specialty, he’s equally skilled at low-key jobs—he’ll sometimes use an airbrush to create a more tanned look ($300 per person). Consultations start at $200.

Jessica Liebeskind Make-up artistry

Brides won’t find an abundance of false lashes in this makeup artist’s kit. Liebeskind, a Fashion Week regular (at Reem Acra, Badgley Mischka, and Amsale) likes to keep things practical, natural, and timeless. To make sure her soft and subtle aesthetic clicks with her client’s, she suggests booking a “chemistry trial” ($250). Wedding-day application starts at $1,000.

Jill Harth Cosmetics

Having spent two decades producing international beauty pageants, Harth uses airbrush techniques to transform a beleaguered complexion into a blemish-free face. A two-hour trial application is $150. Wedding-day rates are $495 for the bride; each additional client is $125.

Keri Berman

Berman is known for both her friendly professionalism and her contouring and highlighting. Consultations are $250. Wedding makeup application for the bride and one other person is $1,000; each additional person is $200.

Kimara Ahnert Makeup and Skincare Studio

Ahnert’s luxe studio is perennially booked, so it’s best to make appointments early—about six months in advance. In-studio trials are $125 with a staff member; $185 with Ahnert. On-location work starts at $700 or $1,000 for Ahnert herself. There is a three-person minimum for all services.

Kim Do

This experienced pro has a long résumé of photo shoots and celebrity clients. Her focus is on flawless, luminous skin. Do likes to schedule trials three to six months in advance ($250), and will travel anywhere to make up the bride on the wedding day ($425 plus travel fee).

Laura Geller Makeup Studio

Geller, an industry veteran of 25 years, and her team of experienced, personally-trained artists are known for lash-enhancement, a very natural makeup application, and the in-house eponymous makeup line. Trial applications cost $95; wedding makeup applications cost $300 per person. Geller’s team will travel for destination weddings, too (prices vary).

Lea Siegel

Siegel has worked with virtually every major bridal publication. In a consultation session, she will discuss how she plans to craft the look so that it lasts for hours and photographs well. Prices start at $300.

Lori Hamlin

Working out of her Soho studio, Hamlin applies more than 120 synthetic lashes one by one ($750 for the first application; $250 for the re-lash). Her assistant charges $450 for lash extensions, $175 for the touch-up. For wedding-day makeup with Hamlin, prices start at $1,200 for half a day; a consultation and trial is $350.

Make-up by Anabelle Laguardia

After ten years of experience with the likes of Lancôme and Laura Geller, Anabelle is known for her eye contouring (the secret is individual lash applications) and her calm serenity in the midst of overwhelming nuptial chaos. Wedding consultations are $100 per person; day-of starts at $100.

Marina Kanes

Having worked at Estée Lauder, Christian Dior, and L’Oréal, Kanes knows her products and how to use them. She can be booked for the entire wedding day, and also provides the bride with a survival package: lipstick, blotting paper, and a touch-up kit. Consultations start at $75; makeup starts at $175.

Matthew Nigara

Although Nigara is primarily a runway makeup artist, he still finds time for wedding work. The bride should bring her dress and a digital camera to the consultation ($300). If it’s a big wedding party, Nigara will show up with two assistants ($1,000 for bride plus one person; $150 for each extra guest). For $1,750, he’ll stay the whole day.

Meredith Carre

This certified aesthetician got her start at Estée Lauder. She’s happy to help brides with a skin-clearing treatment or waxing regimen, and her light application keeps skin from feeling layered with makeup. Trials cost $50. She will travel anywhere for on-site applications and touch-ups ($225 for the bride, $125 for each bridesmaid).

Piera Canu

Known for bringing light into her clients’ faces with a soft and natural base, this Italian makeup artist has worked with top fashion magazines like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and Elle. Packages, which include the bride plus two of her bridal entourage, start at $800.

Robin Narvaez at Salon Eliut Rivera

For the control-seeking bride, Robin Narvaez is the perfect safety net. During the mandatory wedding trial ($160), clients learn to apply their own makeup, receive personalized shopping lists, and have their brows expertly plucked. On-site bridal makeup is $200 per hour.

Sally Duvall

Duvall is known for creating natural yet sophisticated looks using minimal makeup. As the former assistant to the late Kevyn Aucoin, she learned how to craft high-fashion looks while using a light hand. Bridal makeup on the wedding day is $250, $95 for each additional person. For groups of four or more, it’s $225 for the bride and $85 for others; or, have her make up everyone (ten hours for $1,000).

Sandy Linter at Rita Hazan

Discovered by Vogue in the mid-seventies, Linter has maintained her high-reaching reputation in this city and abroad—she did Elizabeth Hurley’s wedding in London. After a $350 trial session, she charges $500 for bride’s makeup in the salon (on-location prices upon request).

Sheryl Eriksson

For a camera-ready bridal magazine look, clients pay Eriksson $300 per hour. She will travel anywhere within the United States and has gone as far as Mexico

Stephanie Barr

One of New York’s airbrush-technique pioneers, Barr brings out her clients’ best look. Brides can expect dewy complexions, and she’ll travel for on-site applications. Consultations are $250; a combination of airbrush and traditional applications is $400 for the bride, $125 for each additional person.

Three Custom Color Specialists

For makeup that’s hand-blended to match to any skin tone, brides count on Three Custom Color Specialists. The trial and consultation for the bride costs $125 ($85 for each additional person; products are extra); on-site applications start at $350 ($100 for each additional person).

Trish McEvoy; trishmcevoy.com

Four months before the wedding date, do-it-yourself brides come to McEvoy’s studio for an hour-long makeup lesson ($450 for McEvoy; $300 for a staff artist). They leave with a set of instructions and a makeup-filled daily planner. For those seeking a professional application, a consultation and trial with one of their makeup artists is $125, $50 of which is redeemable in makeup. Prices for day-of makeup, or on-location work, upon request.