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The Best Wedding Hair and Makeup for Brides in the North East : Expert Tips for Your Special Day

  • Writer: Paula Pace
    Paula Pace
  • May 3
  • 7 min read

Romantic Wedding Hair and Makeup by North East Hair and Makeup artists Paula Pace and Simone Whitehead.
Beautiful Hair & Makeup North East - Image courtesy of Tees Valley Weddings Photography

Looking for the Best Wedding Hair and Makeup for Brides in the North East? Your Search Ends Here!


Siimone Whitehead and Paula Pace ready to style brides in the north east uk
Simone Whitehead (left) Paula Pace (right)

Meet the best Wedding Hair & Makeup North East Team: Paula Pace & Simone Whitehead

Hello! We are Paula Pace, Makeup Artist, and Simone Whitehead, Bridal Hair Specialist — a dynamic duo with over 20 years of combined experience in making brides feel stunning, confident, and absolutely flawless on their special day. Together, we create the best Wedding Hair and Makeup in the North East.

Throughout our careers, we've had the privilege of styling brides, prom queens, and birthday girls, as well as working on magazine shoots and styled sessions across the North East, including Sunderland, Newcastle, Northumberland, North Yorkshire, and County Durham. Our collaborations with some of the region's top photographers have led to beautiful, lasting memories captured at renowned wedding venues like Woodhill Hall, Le Petite Chateau, Ellingham Hall, and many more.

We know how important it is for you to feel radiant and confident on your wedding day. The right combination of the best wedding hair and makeup plays a huge role in bringing out your unique beauty. In this post, we’ll share expert tips on how to choose the perfect wedding look that suits your style, and show you why we’re the trusted bridal beauty team for brides across the North East and beyond.


 How to Choose the Best Wedding Hair and Makeup for Brides in the North East.



North East Wedding Hair and Makeup in action Lumley castle - Simone Whitehead Bridal Hair and Paula Pace Makeup Artist
Paula Pace Bridal Makeup & Simone Whitehead Bridal Hair Prep Lumley castle - North East


With years of experience in bridal hair and makeup, we know how important it is to find a look that not only reflects your personal style but also holds up beautifully throughout your wedding day. From ensuring your look withstands unpredictable weather to choosing the right products for a timeless, glowing finish, our goal is to make sure you feel confident and stunning from start to finish.

Choosing the perfect bridal hair and makeup involves balancing your personal style, practicality, and longevity. In the North East where the weather can change unexpectedly, it's essential to select products and styles that will stay in place and keep you looking fresh and radiant all day.



What Brides in the North East should look for in their Wedding Hair and Makeup Artist

  • Experience: Ensure your artist has experience working with brides and understands the unique demands of the wedding day.

  • Expertise: Can they create a look that reflects your personal style while remaining practical and long-lasting?

  • Calmness Under Pressure: A great artist will help keep you calm and stress-free, even on the big day.

For more advice on choosing the perfect wedding makeup artist, check out my blog post below






Wedding Makeup prep in action with Paula Pace Makeup Artist at Le Petite Chateau - Northumberland
Relaxed Wedding Day Prep at Le Petite Chateau


Why  Brides in the North East Choose Us for Best Wedding Hair and Makeup



Featured in North East Bridal Magazines


 Myself, Paula Pace Makeup Artist and Simone Whitehead Bridal Hair, pride ourselves on delivering top-notch wedding makeup and hair tailored to brides in Sunderland and the North East. With extensive experience working with brides throughout the region, we know how to craft a personalised, timeless bridal look that’s perfect for your special day.

Whether you're imagining a sleek, contemporary updo or romantic, beachy waves, our hair styling seamlessly complements your makeup, ensuring a flawless appearance from every angle. We specialise in creating glowing, natural wedding makeup that enhances your unique features, and we design hair styles that reflect both your personal style and your wedding theme.

Brides trust us because we are committed to perfection, from the very first consultation all the way to the last touch-up before you walk down the aisle. We focus on the details to ensure you feel confident, radiant, and beautiful on your big day.



Wedding Makeup should never look 'overdone'. A bride will always have that mythical natural glow on her Wedding day that should never be masked, only enhanced. Paula Pace Makeup Artist



Soft radiant wedding makeup - brides over 40 - Dove Treehouse Ramside Hall by Paula Pace Makeup Artist North East
Soft, glowy natural and radiant Bridal Makeup




 So, What are the Trending Wedding Hair and Makeup Styles for 2025 Brides in the North East?


The best wedding hair and makeup for brides in the North East often follow national trends set by Big National Wedding shows and the latest bridal fashion.



In 2025, here are some popular trending Makeup looks

  • Luminous dewy, hydrated skin - Sunderland Brides are showcasing natural glowy skins.

  • Glass skin Looks - inspired by Korean - no makeup makeup

  • Soft, defined Eyes and warm Mocha Tones - toned down neutral eye makeup

  • Mythical Rosy Bridal Flush - flirty spring hues of pink and peach highlighing the Brides natural beauty

  • The Curated Brow - Natural, full defined brows are still making a significant impact.



    Soft, natural radiant wedding makeup by Paula Pace Makeup Artist North East at South Causey Inn
    Jasmine - Natural, soft and radiant Bridal Makeup - South Causey Inn - North East

Radiant skin continues to be a major trend. And I love to see Brides showcasing luminous, hydrated skin with a natural, glowing finish. Try mixing an illuminating primer with your foundation to give a soft focus radiance and avoiding that overall heavy coverage that has dominated the first half of the 2020's. I love Peaches and Cream Goddess illuminating primer. Radiant, dewy skin, paired with hair that feels effortless yet polished—whether it's a loose, boho wave or a sleek chignon—brides are choosing styles that reflect their personal style and the modern spirit of their wedding.

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Beautiful Bridal Hair chic low bun shows off strappy wedding dress at 61 Durham North East wedding venues
The beautiful low bun helps to showcase the stunning back of this dress

Some trending Wedding hair styles for 2025 include:

  • Soft, Natural Waves: Perfect for a beachy or outdoor wedding in Sunderland (we do have an impressive Sea front - think hair flowing in the sea side breeze)

  • Sleek, Polished Updos: Ideal for more formal or traditional weddings.

  • Romantic Braids: A whimsical option that pairs well with delicate makeup looks.





Gorgeous artificial flower boquet at 61 Durham - hair and makeup by Paula Pace Makeup Artist and Simone Whithead Bridal Hair - wedding team
Beautiful Wedding Hair and Makeup North East - 61 Durham

Simone Whitehead finishes off her beautiful low bun with a stunning hair vine at Woodhill hall Northumberland
Simone fitting the vine



For Brides who are undecided or worried about how to wear their Hair for the Big Day, remember - anything is possible. In our trial we can discuss your options and your dream Wedding Hair vision. Short hair can be miraculously transformed into a stunning waved low bun. And fine long hair can be transformed into a tumble of shiny romantic waves all with the addition of undetectable hair pieces, suitable products and padding. Oh, and a good Bridal Hair Stylist, of course.    Simone Whitehead Bridal Hair


Beautiful Bridal hair - half up half down romantic waves at Bylands Abbey by Simone Whitehead Bridal Hair
Simply Beautiful Bridal Hair


What products do you use for the Best Wedding Hair and Makeup Look?




2025 bridal makeup trends - mocha mousse shades  - north east wedding makeup
Wedding Makeup Trends - Inspo - Mocha Mousse shades 2025


Our wedding hair and makeup kits are stocked with only the finest professional brands, carefully selected to deliver flawless results. We use renowned products like Makeup Forever, Dinair Airbrush, Makeup Atelier, Charlotte Tilbury, Moroccan Oil, Colour Wow, and many more. Each product is chosen for its high performance, ensuring your hair and makeup will look stunning and last all day. From smooth, radiant skin to perfect, long-lasting hairstyles, we’ve got everything we need to make sure you feel beautiful and confident on your big day.


Simone Whitehead Bridal hair fits the brides veil completing the beautiful bridal hair look
Beautiful Wedding Hair prep By Simone fitting the veil

When it comes to bridal beauty, combining makeup and hair is essential for achieving a cohesive look. For example, if you opt for a bold lip or dramatic eye makeup, a softer, more understated hairstyle might be the best choice. If you choose a more minimalist makeup look, you can enhance it with a statement hairstyle, such as a voluminous updo or intricate braids.

We’ll work with you to ensure that your complement each other perfectly, so you look and feel your best from the moment you say "I do" to the final dance at the reception.

Effortless Waves and romantic style plaits



Plaits for a boho wedding hair look by Simone Whitehead Bridal Hair north East
Delicate palits to create a romantic boho Wedding Hair style

Plaits finish off this popular timeless romantic wedding hair style by Simone Whitehead Bridal Hair
Soft plaits and romantic curls create this beautiful popular bridal Hair style

A chic low bun Bridal hair for a hot summer wedding
The classic Chic low bun, perfect for hot summer weddings



Brides trust us on their special day because of our dedication to perfection, attention to detail, and passion for making every bride feel radiant. With our professionalism and expertise, we ensure you look and feel your absolute best, allowing you to cherish every moment with confidence.

beautiful Asian Wedding in Newcastle - hair and makeup by Paula Pace Makeup Artist and Simone Whitehead Bridal hair - north east
Gorgeous Wedding hair and Makeup on mother and daughter Newcastle

What Next? How do we get in touch and book a trial?

We hope you've enjoyed getting to know us a little better and can see how perfectly we could help bring your dream wedding hair and makeup to life. If you're looking for the best wedding hair and makeup for brides in Sunderland, we'd love to hear from you! Let's start planning the stunning looks that will make you feel even more amazing on your special day.

Find us on your social media pages or hit the Contact Button below with all your exciting Wedding Day details and we will put you in the diary.


Find Simone Whitehead Bridal Hair below



Gorgeous Asian Bride at the Black Horse Beamish - Wedding Hair and Makeup by Paula Pace makeup artist and Simone Whitehead Bridal Hair - North East
Ardisa at the Black Horse Beamish - North east



Delicate detailed Bridal hair - low bun with pearls.  By Simone Whitehead Bridal hair
Stunning detailed low bun - South Causey Inn

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The Best Wedding Hair & Makeup for Brides in the North East: Meet Our Favourite Local Suppliers.






To help you with your wedding Planning - here are just a few of our favourite North East Suppliers


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Beautiful North East Styled shoot at 61 Durham - Tees Valley Weddings Photography  Exquisite Elle Bridal and Robin Wedding and Event decor - North East Wedding suppliers
Wedding Hair and Makeup styled shoot Durham 61 - image by Tees Valley Weddings Photography


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