Northern Waves Reviews
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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
87 Reviews
98% recommend it
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Anna P. Sent on 12/13/2023Great experience!
Northern waves did a beautiful job with hair and makeup for my 10/6/23 wedding at The Homestead. Emily always responded to my questions in a timely manner and was also the one to do my makeup on the wedding day. It looked flawless and was just what I was looking for! She also did a great job with all the bridesmaids and my mom's makeup. Kendra did all of our hair and I was so pleasantly surprised with it - I had a trial with a different stylist who ended up getting Covid and not being able to make the wedding way - so going in without a trial was a little nerve wracking, but Kendra absolutely killed it! She gave me what I was looking for and everything went smoothly. Thank you to everyone involved! -
Jessica T. Sent on 01/05/2024
Above and beyond experience!
Emily pulled out all the stops to make sure I felt beautiful on my wedding day. A prior booking fell through leaving me with no stylist or makeup artist just a few short weeks before my wedding. When I contacted Emily she didn’t even hesitate to offer herself as my savior on my big day to ensure I was taken care of. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone, my hair and makeup was perfect and lasted all the way into the next day! If you are looking for an amazing stylist and makeup artist look no further! -
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Heidi S. Sent on 10/29/2022
Best Day Ever!
Emily is amazing, professional, and phenomenal at what she does. She was the best decision ever for my wedding to reach out to for hair/make up for myself and my mom on my wedding day. My mom, also a beautician with 45+ years experience, was absolutely in love with everything Emily did for her. She felt like she was heard, and taken care of, and made to feel stunning for my day. For my hair we did a trial beforehand, and had a pretty good idea in mind, and she went above and beyond even the expectations from the trial. I had more compliments on my hair that day than any other time I've had my hair done up for a special event. Thank you Emily for your time and talent. You made me feel so pretty and helped build my confidence going into the day. -
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Amber C. Sent on 10/20/2022
Superb service
I was beyond happy with the outcome of hair and make-up for my wedding. It's nerve-racking to use a service you haven't had any experience with or any trials. That is a lot of trust to put in someone for such a big event. Emily had great reviews which I based my trust off. Emily was very personable, very talented, very responsive. It felt like I had a friend doing my hair and makeup. Would highly recommend! Airbrush makeup was the way to go! Looked flawless, yet very natural. -
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Annette B. Sent on 10/13/2022Amazing!!!
Sarah and Emily were the best hairstylist ever. Not only we're they kind, but they also gave me a comfortable and calm environment on the morning of my wedding day. Those two ladies were amazing!!! Also, I have a funny story!! Once everyone's hair was done, Emily had asked if she could buy the remaining hair bridal pieces off of me, and I had said no. I thought she was asking to buy the extra hair extensions, not the hair accessories!! Anyways, Emily- I totally would've sold you those hair pieces. Oops! Thank you Northern Waves for such a lovely experience!!! I'll be recommending you guys to everyone I know :) -
Sarah I. Sent on 10/26/2022
Amazing Experience!
Emily and her team did hair and makeup for myself and my bridal party and they did not disappoint! Emily was very professional to work with and she kept working at different ideas until I was completely happy! I did airbrush makeup for my wedding day and I can happily say it looked beautiful all day/night long!! I would highly recommend Emily! -
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Lisa B. Sent on 07/23/2022Best investment ever - So blessed by Northern Waves
I can't say enough about how wonderful Emily Henning and Northern Waves was to work with. Not only did my daughter look amazing, having Emily on site was like hanging out with an old friend. Loved having her as part of our special day. We lost our hair/makeup option at the last minute and Emily saved the day! Even though my daughter didn't get a trial run with Emily - it didn't matter. Everything was perfect. She even made this MOB look lovely. Thank you, Emily, for everything. Worth every penny!! -
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Kari L. Sent on 07/21/2022Absolutely Amazing
Emily was such a joy to work with. She understood my wedding vision from our first meeting and was able to execute my vision to a T. Her airbrush make up was beautiful, very natural and held up well throughout the night. I decided I wanted to change my hair from the trial and she was very flexible to get it done. My hair looked beautiful, exactly how I wanted it to look and it held up the whole wedding as well even with a cathedral veil. She was very fun to have in the bridal room the morning of and really care about you looking and feeling your best so you can have the best day of your life. She also did all 3 of my bridesmaids hair and make up and was done with plenty of time to spare. I would HIGHLY recommend Emily for your wedding or event, she is just an all around talented and awesome person. -
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Julia W. Sent on 06/06/2022Easy, flawless experience
Emily and her team were phenomenal to work with. Emily was responsive, flexible, and thorough in covering every necessary planning detail. Our stylist, Emma, met everyone’s needs and beyond! Her work was amazing with both short and long hair. Highly recommend this team! -
Abby O. Sent on 10/15/2021
Amazing!!!!
Emily and Alyssa were wonderful to work with everyone was done a head of schedule and all my girls looked beautiful. Emily did such a fantastic job figuring out how to do my hair since I came with a bit of a challange and she really gave me the queen braid I wanted! I felt so beautiful even at the end of the day. If you need someone to do hair and make up definitly ask these ladies! -
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Erica K. Sent on 10/26/2021
Emily's experience and professionalism helped us LOOK and FEEL our best :)
Emily and her team made my dream hair and makeup a reality. She was beyond flexible with scheduling and changes the morning of. I knew my bridal party was in good hands which gave me peace of mind and allowed me to relax and enjoy the morning festivities. I was stuck between two hairstyles for a while. I showed Emily my dress and she shared her expertise and experience to help me make the best choice. I am so happy with the team's service, quality, professionalism, and flexibility. Emily created the hair and makeup schedule for my bridesmaids and was even available to answer any of their questions directly via email weeks leading up to wedding day. It was a huge load off me knowing she had the entire morning schedule covered :) -
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Amanda J. Sent on 10/14/2021Saved the day!
I contacted Northern Waves in early June for my September 4th wedding, after my original HMUA ghosted me due to covid rescheduling. I literally had nightmares of showing up on the day and not having a vendor, but Emily was responsive and professional, which quickly eased my fears. They arrived promptly and got right to work, were super fun to work with, and most importantly everyone’s hair and makeup turned out great! Northern Waves helped make our day everything we imagined! -
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Amy B. Sent on 09/01/2020Incredible experience with Emily!
Like many brides in 2020, I rescheduled my wedding multiple times. Finally, with only 4 weeks to plan, we decided to hold a small ceremony in Frankfort, MI. Finding Emily last minute like that was SUCH a gift! She was fun to work with, a true artist, and everyone looked amazing on the big day. I love her!!! -
Hannah F. Sent on 08/26/2020
Awesome ladies who do amazing work!
Emily and her team were so fun to have while we were getting ready and their did an outstanding job. My bridal hair was flawless all day. They made the morning a blast and everyone looked great! -
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Jackie S. Sent on 12/30/2019
Beautiful makeup and hair!
Emily and her team did the hair for myself, 4 bridesmaids, flower girl and mother. They arrived early on my wedding day to allow us all time to relax and enjoy the whole process. She was friendly and helped create a calming and fun mood for those wedding jitters. I appreciated the air brush make up for our hot August wedding. I would highly recommend Emily and her team for your special day!! -
