Beauty by Ann Krause

To the 2027 Chicago bride who spent years learning to love her curls, only to worry she’ll have to change them for her wedding...

Your natural curls don’t need to be straightened to look “bridal.” 🤍

And if you’ve spent years learning to care for your natural texture, why should your wedding day be any different?

Somewhere along the way, the idea that bridal hair needs to be perfectly smooth, controlled, or transformed became the expectation.

But we don’t see it that way.

We believe your wedding day look should feel like YOU. Not a version of you that someone else decided was more polished, more elegant, or more appropriate for the occasion.

Your curls can be romantic. They can be sophisticated. They can be effortlessly undone or beautifully structured.

And most importantly, they can be yours.

Whether you’re dreaming of wearing them down, incorporating them into an updo, or creating something in between, we’re here to work with your natural texture, not against it.

2027 Chicago brides, your curls belong in your bridal vision. 🤍

Head to the link in our bio to learn more about our bridal beauty experience and inquire about your date.



Beauty by Ann Krause is a Chicago hair and makeup team specializing in wedding day beauty, from natural and effortless to elevated soft glam, for brides throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

photo by Sarah Crost ✨ Photographer + Designer
planning by Olive Fine Weddings & Events

“But what if I forget something really important?” 🤍

Here’s the thing: You don’t know what you don’t know. And when you’re planning a wedding, there are a hundred little details competing for your attention.

Some of the things that make the biggest difference in your bridal hair and makeup trial might not even be on your radar yet.

Like scheduling your spray tan so we can see how your makeup will look against your wedding-day skin tone.

Or having your hair accessories purchased and ready to try.

Making sure your extensions have arrived, if you’re planning to wear them.

And choosing inspiration photos that help us understand not just what you love, but what you envision for yourself.

These details matter because the closer we can get to your actual wedding-day look during your trial, the more valuable that experience becomes.

And we don’t expect you to remember all of this on your own.

From the moment you book with us, throughout your planning process, and again as we prepare for your trial, we’re sharing thoughtful reminders to help you stay a step ahead.

Not because we expect you to have everything figured out.

But because looking out for the little things is part of how we take care of the big ones.

Beautiful bridal hair and makeup is the goal. Feeling prepared, supported, and confident along the way? That’s part of the experience, too.

Planning your wedding? Visit the link in bio and tell us a little about yourself. We’d love to get to know you.

Bridal beauty that honors who you already are. 🤍



Beauty by Ann Krause is a Chicago makeup artist and hair stylist team specializing in wedding day beauty, from natural and effortless to elevated soft glam, for brides throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

Photos by Jess Diaz | Film Wedding Photographer

One of the things our brides tell us they appreciate most about our process happens before they ever book us:

We actually get on the phone and talk to them.

Not because we need to “sell” you on anything, but because I believe your wedding beauty experience should begin with actually getting to know you.

What matters most to you?

How do you want to feel on your wedding morning?
What does your version of “natural” or “soft glam” actually look like?

What have you loved (or not loved) about having your hair and makeup done in the past?

Those conversations give me so much more than a contact form ever could.

They help me understand what you’re looking for, thoughtfully match you with the right artists on our team, and set everyone up for a trial run that feels intentional and productive from the very beginning.

And honestly? I love these calls. 🤍

Because we’re not interested in simply filling another date on our calendar. We’re building a relationship with someone who is trusting us with a really personal part of a really important day.

If this is the level of care you’ve been looking for; personal connection, thoughtful guidance, and a beauty experience built around you, We’d love to meet you.

Now booking 2027 Chicago weddings. Inquire via link in bio to start the conversation. ✨

Photos by Nicole Defilippis - Chicago Wedding & Family Photographer

Have you ever been in someone’s wedding and walked away thinking, “That was WAY more makeup than I ever wanted on my face”? 😬

You’re definitely not alone.

We’ve heard this story from so many brides. They were once bridesmaids who sat down in a makeup chair, asked for something natural, and ended up barely recognizing themselves in the mirror.

And now that it’s your wedding day? You’re understandably a little nervous about having your makeup professionally done again.

Here’s what we want you to know:

Professional bridal makeup doesn’t have to mean MORE makeup. It means knowing where to use it, how much to use, and when to stop.

You can have beautiful, polished, long-lasting makeup that photographs beautifully without feeling like you’re wearing someone else’s face.

And if your version of bridal beauty is a little less coverage, softer eyes, and skin that actually looks like skin? We’re all for it.

Because the goal isn’t just to look like you’ve had your makeup professionally done.

It’s to look in the mirror and absolutely love what you see. 🤍

Tell us: Have you ever had a bridesmaid makeup experience that left you thinking, “Never again”? 👀

Photos by Maypole Studios Photography



Beauty by Ann Krause is a Chicago makeup artist and hair stylist team specializing in wedding day beauty, from natural and effortless to elevated soft glam, for brides throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

Do you get overwhelmed by the thought of finding hair and makeup pros who everyone in your bridal party will love?

After all, you’ve probably been a bridesmaid before when some people loved their look, while others just smiled politely and reminded themselves, “Well, it’s not my big day.” 😬

And now that you’re the bride, the last thing you want is for any of your favorite people to feel that way.

Here’s the thing: Your bridesmaids don’t all have the same idea of what makes them feel beautiful. And they shouldn’t have to.

One might love a soft glam look with bold lashes. Another hasn’t worn foundation in years. Someone wants perfectly polished curls, while someone else just wants to look like herself, only a little more dressed up.

That’s exactly why we don’t approach bridal party beauty with a one-look-fits-all mentality.

We take the time to understand each woman’s preferences, comfort level, and style. Because making everyone look beautiful isn’t about making everyone look the same.

It’s about helping each woman feel comfortable, confident, and like herself.

And for you? It’s one less thing to worry about on a morning that’s supposed to be about celebrating. 🤍

2027 Chicago brides: You shouldn’t have to choose between a cohesive bridal party and a room full of women who genuinely love how they look.

Let’s make room for both. ✨

Click the link in bio to get started!



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