Beauty by Ann Krause

Have you ever been in someone’s wedding and walked away thinking, “That was WAY more makeup than I ever wanted on my face”? 😬

You’re definitely not alone.

We’ve heard this story from so many brides. They were once bridesmaids who sat down in a makeup chair, asked for something natural, and ended up barely recognizing themselves in the mirror.

And now that it’s your wedding day? You’re understandably a little nervous about having your makeup professionally done again.

Here’s what we want you to know:

Professional bridal makeup doesn’t have to mean MORE makeup. It means knowing where to use it, how much to use, and when to stop.

You can have beautiful, polished, long-lasting makeup that photographs beautifully without feeling like you’re wearing someone else’s face.

And if your version of bridal beauty is a little less coverage, softer eyes, and skin that actually looks like skin? We’re all for it.

Because the goal isn’t just to look like you’ve had your makeup professionally done.

It’s to look in the mirror and absolutely love what you see. 🤍

Tell us: Have you ever had a bridesmaid makeup experience that left you thinking, “Never again”? 👀

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Beauty by Ann Krause is a Chicago makeup artist and hair stylist team specializing in wedding day beauty, from natural and effortless to elevated soft glam, for brides throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

Do you get overwhelmed by the thought of finding hair and makeup pros who everyone in your bridal party will love?

After all, you’ve probably been a bridesmaid before when some people loved their look, while others just smiled politely and reminded themselves, “Well, it’s not my big day.” 😬

And now that you’re the bride, the last thing you want is for any of your favorite people to feel that way.

Here’s the thing: Your bridesmaids don’t all have the same idea of what makes them feel beautiful. And they shouldn’t have to.

One might love a soft glam look with bold lashes. Another hasn’t worn foundation in years. Someone wants perfectly polished curls, while someone else just wants to look like herself, only a little more dressed up.

That’s exactly why we don’t approach bridal party beauty with a one-look-fits-all mentality.

We take the time to understand each woman’s preferences, comfort level, and style. Because making everyone look beautiful isn’t about making everyone look the same.

It’s about helping each woman feel comfortable, confident, and like herself.

And for you? It’s one less thing to worry about on a morning that’s supposed to be about celebrating. 🤍

2027 Chicago brides: You shouldn’t have to choose between a cohesive bridal party and a room full of women who genuinely love how they look.

Let’s make room for both. ✨

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If you’re getting married in Chicago in 2027, rarely wear makeup, and you’re worried your wedding-day look might feel like too much- you need to read this!

You do NOT have to become a “makeup person” just because you’re getting married.

And you definitely don’t need to look in the mirror on your wedding day and wonder who is looking back at you.

Natural bridal makeup isn’t about piling on products and hoping it photographs well. It’s about knowing where to add definition, what to enhance, what to leave alone, and how to create a polished look that still feels completely comfortable to someone who isn’t used to wearing much makeup.

Your skin can still look like skin.
Your freckles can still show.
Your eyes can have definition without feeling dramatic.

And you can absolutely look elevated enough for your wedding day without feeling “done up.”

In fact, one of my favorite things to hear from a bride after we finish her makeup is:
“I still look like me.”

Exactly. You should.

If natural, elevated bridal beauty sounds like you, we’re currently booking 2027 weddings in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

Head to the link in our bio to learn more and inquire about your date. 🤍



Beauty by Ann Krause is a Chicago makeup artist and hair stylist team specializing in wedding day beauty, from natural and effortless to elevated soft glam, for brides throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

Photos by Emily | Chicago Wedding Photographer

We’re NOT the beauty team for you if you’re likely to oversleep by 45 minutes, have your party members arrive whenever they feel like it and expect your hair and makeup artists to just roll with it (and make up the difference). 😅

But if you’re someone who LOVES knowing there’s a plan, and that someone experienced is helping you stay ahead of it- we just might be your people!

Over the years, we’ve learned a lot about what makes a wedding morning flow beautifully…and what can throw the entire thing off.

That’s why we don’t just show up with our kits and hope for the best.

We create a customized beauty timeline for your morning. We communicate expectations with your party ahead of time. We send reminders at the right moments. And we build a process around the little things we’ve learned from hundreds of real wedding mornings (so you don’t have to learn them on yours).

If organization, thoughtful guidance and an experienced team that knows how to keep a wedding morning moving sound like your vibe, we should talk. 🤍

Click the link in bio to get started!

Now booking 2027 + 2028 Chicago weddings.



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Beauty by Ann Krause is a Chicago makeup artist and hair stylist team specializing in wedding day beauty, from natural and effortless to elevated soft glam, for brides throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

One of the things our brides tell us they appreciate most about our process happens before they ever book us:

We actually get on the phone and talk to them.

Not because we need to “sell” you on anything, but because I believe your wedding beauty experience should begin with actually getting to know you.

What matters most to you?

How do you want to feel on your wedding morning?
What does your version of “natural” or “soft glam” actually look like?

What have you loved (or not loved) about having your hair and makeup done in the past?

Those conversations give me so much more than a contact form ever could.

They help me understand what you’re looking for, thoughtfully match you with the right artists on our team, and set everyone up for a trial run that feels intentional and productive from the very beginning.

And honestly? I love these calls. 🤍

Because we’re not interested in simply filling another date on our calendar. We’re building a relationship with someone who is trusting us with a really personal part of a really important day.

If this is the level of care you’ve been looking for; personal connection, thoughtful guidance, and a beauty experience built around you, We’d love to meet you.

Now booking 2027 Chicago weddings. Inquire via link in bio to start the conversation. ✨

Venue Walden Event Venue
Photographer Chicago & Tampa Wedding Photographer
Videographer Blush and Briar | Chicago Wedding Videography
Hair/Makeup Chicago Makeup Artist and Hair Team
Floral Primrose Chicago Florals and Plants
Venue & Catering Walden Event Venue
Planners Briscel Martinez Sydni Elise Walden Chicago | Ally Alford
Lighting/Draping MDM Entertainment
Linens Windy City Linen - Event Rentals
DJ Chicago Wedding DJ and Photo Booths

Every once in a while, I’ll hear a bridesmaid talk about a wedding she was in where the hair and makeup team finished her services…and that was it.

No check-in. No “how is everything feeling?” No quick look before they packed up to see if anything needed a little attention.

And every time, it catches me off guard.

Because for us, checking back for final touch ups before we leave is just part of the morning.

Lip color may need refreshing. A curl might need a little love. Someone may decide she wants a touch more blush after seeing everything come together. Or maybe everything is perfect and she doesn’t need a thing.

Either way, we ask.

It’s such a small part of what we do, but those little details are often what make an experience feel truly cared for.

Because beautiful hair and makeup matters.

But so does making sure you still feel beautiful when we walk out the door. 🤍

If you want a beauty team that’s paying attention to how the morning feels just as much as how everyone looks, we should talk. 🤍

Now booking 2027 + 2028 Chicago weddings.



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Beauty by Ann Krause is a Chicago makeup artist and hair stylist team specializing in wedding day beauty, from natural and effortless to elevated soft glam, for brides throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.