How far ahead should I book a special event?

For galas, homecomings, and holiday-season events we recommend booking 4–8 weeks ahead. Peak holiday weekends fill fastest, so reach out early to hold your date.

Do you offer group bookings for the whole party?

Yes — we can glam a full party, court, or celebration group with a shared timeline. Group rates and additional artist coordination are available for larger parties.

Will my makeup last through dancing?

It's built for it. Sweat- and humidity-resistant, transfer-proof setting holds through dancing, hugs, and toasts so you stay freshly done from arrival to last call.

Can you create both day and evening looks?

Of course — from soft daytime radiance to bold evening drama, each look is tailored to your event's time, dress, and lighting.

Do you travel for destination and regional events?

Yes. On-location artistry is available across the Grand Rapids and Mount Pleasant region, with travel quoted for venues beyond the standard service area.

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Special Events & Galas · Michigan

Elevated Glam for Every Celebration.

Gala nights, milestone birthdays, homecomings, and holiday soirées across West Michigan — radiant, transfer-resistant glam built for toasts, photos, and dancing.

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Special Events & Galas

Glam that lasts the whole night through.

From black-tie galas to homecoming courts, milestone birthdays, and holiday parties, Christine delivers elevated, transfer-resistant glam tailored to your celebration and your lighting — so you look freshly done up from cocktail hour to last call.

Grand Rapids & Mount Pleasant, MIOn-location & studio artistry2026 & 2027 dates available

What to Expect

The Special Events & Galas Experience

Transfer-Resistant Glam

Kiss-proof, glass-clinking-proof settings that stay flawless through hugs, toasts, and crowded rooms.

Dance-Floor Durability

Sweat- and humidity-resistant wear so your glam holds from the grand entrance to the final song.

Golden-Hour Radiance

A luminous, lit-from-within finish tuned to indoor ambiance and candlelight for stunning event photography.

Special Events & Galas · In Depth

A Closer Look at Events Artistry

The techniques, the approach, and the details that make special events & galas effortless across the Grand Rapids & Mount Pleasant region — from skin prep and lighting to long-wear finishes and a calm, organized day.

Gala & Black-Tie Evening Glam

Elevated, camera-ready glam for galas, charity dinners, and awards nights — sculpted, luminous finishes tuned to candlelight and room lighting so you look stunning from the step-and-repeat to the dessert course. Each look is balanced for both flash photography and the warm glow of an evening venue.

Homecomings, Formals & Milestone Birthdays

Celebration glam for homecoming courts, winter formals, sweet sixteens, quinceañeras, milestone birthdays, and anniversaries — each look tailored to age, outfit, and lighting. Whether it's your first formal or your fiftieth, the finish is age-appropriate, flattering, and built to last all night.

Holiday Soirées & Seasonal Events

Festive, transfer-resistant glam for holiday parties and New Year's Eve across West Michigan — shimmer accents and statement eyes on request, set to last through toasts, photos, and a packed dance floor. Peak-season dates book early, so reserve your night ahead.

Transfer-Resistant, Dance-Proof Wear

Kiss-proof, glass-clinking-proof, sweat- and humidity-resistant settings engineered so your glam holds from grand entrance to last call — no mid-party touch-ups required. You stay freshly done up through hugs, toasts, and a full night of dancing.

How It Works

Your Three-Step Beauty Journey

Inquiry & Availability

Submit your date and event details. Christine personally checks the calendar, confirms availability, and secures your booking with a custom contract & deposit.

Consultation & Look Design

A private consultation or trial to map your look, assess your skin, test wear-time, and document shade formulas tailored to your lighting and brief.

Seamless Event Day

Christine arrives on-site with an organized, sanitized professional kit, keeps the timeline calm and on-schedule, and hands you your custom touch-up kit.

Pricing & Packages

Special Events & Galas Menu

On-site artistry across the Grand Rapids & Mount Pleasant region.

Seasonal Offer

Gala & Special Event Glam

$80/ per person

High-end glam for galas, homecomings, milestone birthdays, anniversary dinners, and holiday soirées across Grand Rapids & Mount Pleasant.

Included Features:

Custom full-face makeup application

Curated lash application included

Water-resistant & transfer-resistant setting

Radiant finish tailored to indoor or golden hour events

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Holiday Exclusive

Holiday Party & Soirée Glam

$85/ per person

Festive, camera-ready glam for holiday parties, seasonal celebrations, and New Year's Eve nights out in West Michigan.

Included Features:

Festive full-face application with radiant finish

Shimmer or statement eye accents upon request

Lash application & lip color included

Transfer-resistant setting for dancing & toasts

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A La Carte Add-Ons & Upgrades

Available across every event type — perfect for tailoring your booking to your exact day.

Exclusive Deluxe Touch-Up Kit

+$45

Full size lip product, blotting sponges, powder, setting spray

Waterproof HD Airbrush Complexion

+$35

Ultra-fine poreless finish with 16-hour sweat resistance

Hair Styling & Touch-Ups

+$65

Hollywood waves, loose curls, or styled finishing for events & weddings

Early Morning Start (Before 7:00 AM)

+$50

For morning ceremonies, early call times, and large bridal parties

On-Location Travel (Outside 25 miles)

+$40

Travel fee calculated per location beyond the Grand Rapids service area

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