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Last update: December 2024

Ila Makeup Artistry, is a trusted bridal makeup artist based in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, offering bespoke wedding makeup services across the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire, Herefordshire, and Wiltshire. What sets Ilaria apart is her genuine connection with each client, taking the time to understand exactly how they want to look and feel on their wedding day.

With a focus on enhancing natural beauty, Ilaria specialises in creating timeless, radiant bridal looks that highlight a bride’s unique features.

With years of experience, including working with top brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Ilaria brings a wealth of expertise to every bride she works with. Her goal is always to create a look that feels authentic and true to who you are, so you feel like the best version of yourself as you walk down the aisle.

What makes Ila Makeup Artistry truly special is Ilaria’s dedication to building a strong connection with each bride, ensuring that every makeup application reflects their vision and personality.

Services Offered

Ila offers a comprehensive wedding service designed to create a calm and personalised experience from start to finish.

Along with expert makeup application, the service includes a detailed makeup trial, bridal skincare guide to prepare your skin in the lead-up to the big day, as well as providing a morning timeline to ensure everything runs smoothly. To keep you looking flawless throughout your celebration, Ila provides a touch-up kit for the bride, ensuring lasting beauty from the ceremony to the final dance.

Ila aims to ensure you are comfortable and confident throughout the entire process. Beginning with her signature mini facial, Ila ensures your skin looks radiant, creating a beautiful base on which she applies long-lasting, camera-ready makeup. Ilaria Bugden Makeup Artistry offers a selection of packages depending on the size of your wedding party. Each package includes complimentary skincare treatments and a bespoke touchup kit to ensure your makeup remains flawless all day. Ila provides makeup services in Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire, Herefordhsire, Wiltshire and Somerset.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Makeup

What is included in the wedding package?

Bridal Trial 2-6 months ahead your wedding day, pre-trial checklist, bridal skincare guide & checklist, wedding day checklist and timeline. Wedding Day Make Up including lashes & touch up kit

How far in advance should I contact you?

Most often I receive bridal enquiries 12-20 months prior the wedding day, however once you have a date in mind, please don’t hesitate to contact me

Do you work at homes?

Yes

What is the charge for travelling?

Travel is £0.50p per mile from and to my studio based in Cirencester GL7 postcode

What is your main business area?

Make up

Could you stay with the bride until the photo shoot?

Yes

How many people can you beautify for one wedding?

For a larger bridal party (6+) or more makeup services on the day, I will arrange a second artist working along side me on the day

Can you provide your beauty services for pre-wedding and post-wedding photography?

Yes

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer

Served in

Gloucestershire, Herefordshire and Oxfordshire

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Eleonora G. Sent on 21/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommended!

Ila did my wedding makeup and was absolutely perfect. She was very calm and so sweet and made me feel at ease since the moment I met her.
As someone who doesn’t often wear makeup, I was nervous about how it would turn out. However, Ila listened to my vision and created a beautiful, natural look that I absolutely loved.
She was super attentive and stayed with me and the bridal party until the very last minute, making sure we all looked perfect!
She made me feel comfortable and confident on my special day and I received so many compliments on my makeup! I’m so grateful to Ila for her talent. If you’re looking for someone who truly understands your vision, I highly recommend her. She’s wonderful!


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Amelie A. Sent on 11/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A lovely experience!

Ila is incredible! She made me feel so relaxed and confident on my wedding day. Not only did I love my makeup, but all my bridesmaids were obsessed with theirs too! Ila is so down-to-earth and truly knows how to make you feel beautiful. I couldn’t recommend her more!
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Molly R. Sent on 01/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you Ila!

Ila has such a lovely calming nature and really listened to what I wanted, giving me a natural, fresh look. She kept in regular contact before the big day to check in on what I wanted and we had some fun with practices beforehand. Thank you Ila for making my face look so lovely on the day, highly recommend!
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Molly B. Sent on 19/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredibly talented!

Ila is lovely! She is not just incredibly talented, but also so kind, thoughtful, and so easy to talk to, which made the whole experience feel so special.
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Anna H. Sent on 17/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredibly talented!

Ila did my make up for a friend’s wedding. It was very natural and I absolutely loved it. She’s so talented, professional and amazing to work with. I can’t recommend her enough!
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Sarah W. Sent on 31/10/2024
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A wonderful experience!

I can’t express how grateful I am for Ila. From our very first meeting, it felt like I had known her for years. Her warm personality and genuine kindness immediately put me at ease.
She listened to my concerns and created a beautiful flawless look - my skin looked incredible. What I loved most is that the whole experience was not just about makeup, it felt like spending time with a friend.
Ila was a wonderful part of my wedding journey!
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Megan L. Sent on 18/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A perfect experience and beautiful makeup!

I can't say enough about the memorable experience I had with Ila as my bridal makeup artist!
She went above and beyond during my makeup trial, taking extra care to ensure my skin was perfectly prepped before even starting the makeup, which made such a difference.
On my wedding day from the moment she arrived, her calming presence put me at ease, which was great, exactly what I needed on such an emotional day.
The result was perfect – a natural, radiant look that made me feel like the best version of myself and truly beautiful.
What I appreciated most was how relaxed she made me feel. Ila is lovely and created a peaceful environment for me and my bridal party, allowing me to truly enjoy the morning. I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect experience or a more beautiful makeup 💕x
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Sarah C. Sent on 12/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

I couldn’t recommend Ila highly enough!

Ila did my amazing makeup for my wedding day, together with my mum’s and 4 bridesmaids.
From the very first moment we met, her warm and calming presence instantly put me at ease. She took the time to really understand my vision and personal style (I normally wear very little makeup) making me feel completely heard and understood.

When the day finally arrived, Ila worked her magic in a way that far exceeded all my expectations. The makeup was bautiful and elegant, and most importantly, it still felt like me. She enhanced my natural features without ever making it feel overdone.

What touched me the most was how genuinely invested Ila was in making me feel beautiful and confident. She didn’t just apply makeup—she gave me a sense of calm and reassurance on one of the most important days of my life. Thank you, Ila, for making my wedding day so much more memorable.
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