What is your most memorable wedding?
It would have to be my first ever international bridal booking I did in France. The weather was perfect, we did the make-up and hair out on the balcony of this huge castle! It was such a stunning view while I was getting her ready.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
natural make-up, no make-up make-up & soft glam are my VIBE
I love making skin still look like skin, whether its a natural contour or a fully chiselled face!
What about your business are you most proud of?
Too many to name, but I'd say one highlight is bring Sonam Kapoor Ahuja's personal make-up artist for Paris Haute Couture week.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Set a date and get researching! A lot of businesses get booked well in advanced, if you want to get the suppliers you would like it is highly recommended to book in as soon as possible. Some of my brides book 2 years in advance!
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
Bride's who have had a signature perfume and personalised with their wedding date
Describe your typical process with a couple.
1) Enquire with my virtual PA and get your bespoke quote
2) Video consultation to discuss your look and ensure we are a great fit for one another - after all your make-up is the first person you see on the wedding day, you need to be comfortable with them and feel confident they can achieve your desired look
3) Secure your date with initial fee paid and a booking form signed
... you're all booked in and can then enjoy the Bridal Perks of Ganga's package like the Bridal Advice Ebook and perosnalised skincare tutorial!
What do you love most about your job?
Meeting and building great relationships with my clients. I believe you attract certain types of people into your life, I'm very fortunate that I attract brides who are exactly like myself, women who love luxury, being pampered but also care for the environment (I'm big on reducing plastic waste in my kit!).
What is your No. 1 beauty tip for a bride?
Good skincare is the base of any good make-up. Watch my serious called The Bridal Advice Series on YouTube for some extra tips! If you're a bride of mine you'll get a bespoke one-to-one consultation on skincare and access to my Bridal Advice Ebook.
How do you keep the bride feeling calm on her wedding day?
It starts from when a bride sends an enquiry, myself and PA will keep in contact regularly with the bride and send reminders during the wedding week to ensure they are all prepped in advance for the day to eliminate stress.
I'm big on time keeping, I feel like lateness stresses out a bride so I always turn up on time. I have lots of different music playlists for my brides depending on how they are feeling, so that's the final cherry on the top, they can choose between love, romantic songs or jazz up the morning with some more upbeat music!
What advice would you give to brides to stay looking great throughout their wedding day?
Be mindful. The day will go so fast so take a moment to take it all in. When you are getting your dress on, be present in that moment to remember it, if you think ahead too much it will go by so fast and you won't remember the day.