Smith Farm Gardens

East Haddam, CT

Caroline
“Love Jen & her Team! Jen and her team were incredible to work with and made me feel so beautiful on my wedding day. A big part of your wedding day is working with vendors who make you feel good and Jen and her team had the absolute best temperament for what can be a stressful day! They were so fun, good natured and handled hair and makeup for 13 people with ease. Jen creates a schedule for everyone getting hair and makeup done and everything was timed perfectly. They even helped a few of my friends who decided to... More »
- Caroline
Greenwich Harbor

Greenwich, CT

Celeste
Jen and her team were such a joy to work with for my wedding last fall. She was so conscientious about working within the covid restrictions in place to make sure that everyone felt safe while still enjoying the experience. My make up and hair were exactly the soft, natural look that I was going for, and I know my bridesmaids loved theirs too. She was right on schedule on the day of, and made the whole morning feel calm and easy leading up to our ceremony. It was the perfect way to set the tone for the day! I... More »
- Celeste
Le Chateau

South Salem, NY

Christine
Jennifer and her team are the best- they are the most talented, amazing, kind, professional, and caring beauty team I have ever worked with for any wedding I have been in and could not be happier with the work they did for my wedding. We had Jennifer and another makeup artist in her group, Colleen, work on all 8 of us- myself, 6 bridesmaids, and my mother. Jennifer was so incredible. Everyone looked gorgeous and was happy, but important my incredibly picky mother (whose's makeup and hair trial took longer then mine) has not stopped raving about her look on... More »
- Christine
The Garrison

Garrison, NY

Jaclyn
Jennifer did my bridal make-up along with my 3 bridesmaids make-up for my wedding and did an exceptional job! She took the time with me at my trial to help me find the look I was looking for. She was easy to work with and I was confident I could depend on her on my wedding day! I would highly recommend her!
- Jaclyn
Candlewood Inn

Brookfield, CT

Dominique
“Jen and Jenny were extraordinary! They're both so thoughtful and compassionate when doing my wedding party's hair and makeup. Jen consistently asked every member if they felt comfortable with her next steps (ie. filling in brows, false lashes, etc). Jenny took extra time to set and touch up my hair considering it’s difficult to curl. They both made the getting ready time fun, relaxing, and memorable. As someone who normally doesn't wear makeup, they worked with me to create a naturally flawless look that simply enhanced my natural features. They're also experienced with working on people with all different skin... More »
- Dominique
Tarrytown House Estate

Tarrytown, NY

Megan
I absolutely LOVED working with Jennifer and her team! She had come highly recommended from my co-worker and from our first phone call I knew she was who I wanted for my make- up. Her style is natural, which is exactly what I was looking for because I had been to other weddings where the bride did not look like themselves. She makes you look like the best, most glamorous version of yourself :). Leading up to the day she was extremely responsive and made the whole process a breeze! She also does a skin consultation in addition to the... More »
- Megan
Latitude 41

Mystic, CT

Krista
I absolutely cannot speak HIGHLY enough about J.Kinford beauty! If you are just starting your search for a makeup artist, or have a few options in mind, look no further, you simply will not find a more talented, organized, all around amazing person to work with on your wedding day. First, I was so impressed from my preview to the wedding day and how detailed Jennifer was in providing her services. She and her whole team are incredibly organized. During my preview I was blown away, but at my wedding day, I had never felt more beautiful in my life.... More »
- Krista
Bluemont Vineyard

Bluemont, VA

Abbey
Jennifer did my bridal make-up along with my 3 bridesmaids make-up for my wedding and did an exceptional job! She took the time with me at my trial to help me find the look I was looking for. She was easy to work with and I was confident I could depend on her on my wedding day! I would highly recommend her!
- Abbey
Bedford Post Inn

Bedford, NY

Julianna
Jennifer was so wonderful from the very beginning. I appreciated her thorough and timely response to my initial inquiry and all other inquiries after that. Her organization and professionalism immediately made me feel comfortable in booking her services for my wedding day - I knew I could rely on her. She listened to my vision and worked with me to achieve it. As for my final look - everyone said my makeup was flawless and it was exactly what I wanted. I looked like myself but glammed up in a way that I could never do myself...And it lasted the... More »
- Julianna
Sheraton Tarrytown

Tarrytown, NY

Kim
I booked Jennifer for my wedding and had nothing but great experiences. She worked to perfect my look from my trials and I couldn't have been happier with the way everything turned out. I felt absolutely beautiful on my wedding day. Jennifer and Jenny did all of my bridesmaids and both moms and everyone looked stunning.
- Kim
Le Chateau

South Salem, NY

Marcy
Working with Jennifer and her team was INCREDIBLE! Like most people, I wanted to look like the best version of myself on my wedding day - natural but still done up - and Jennifer delivered this perfectly. I am extremely particular and met with several other makeup artists before finding Jennifer and she is the absolute best in the market. From the very first conversation I had with Jennifer, she was kind, warm, and very professional. I really connected with her and knew that I could trust that she would do everything in her power to make my day perfect... More »
- Marcy
Delamar Greenwich Harbor

Greenwich, CT

Ashley
Working with Jennifer and her team was INCREDIBLE!!! They are so friendly, professional, and amazing at what they do. Jennifer and her team take the time to genuinely get to know the bride, bridesmaids, and everyone else in the room, which makes for such a comforting and warm environment while you're getting ready for the big day. If you're looking for a great team and beautiful makeup, I would recommend J. Kinford Beauty to everyone!
- Ashley
Owenego Beach & Tennis Club

Branford, CT

Joanna
J.Kinford and team is a wonderfully talented and kind group of beauty artists. Jennifer made the entire process -initial phone call, contract and info, consult, planning wedding day, wedding day hair and makeup - a breeze! The hair and makeup my bridesmaids had done was the BEST hair and makeup I have seen in a wedding. My sisters and girlfriends looked stunning! As the bride, I wanted to look like myself, but elevated and that was accomplished. My hair and makeup was better than I could have pictured! I felt so beautiful.
- Joanna
Fox Hill Inn

Brookfield, CT

Hannah
Absolutely amazing!!! Jennifer was exactly what I wanted! I had another trial somewhere else and it was horrible! I called Jennifer frantic and she told me to not worry and come in to see her. Without even having to explain what I wanted- she knew. Elegant, natural.. Drop dead gorgeous. She used airbrush which is amazing because you don't even feel like your wearing makeup and mink eyelashes! I felt like a princess!! She was on time on the wedding day, helpful and kind. She is awesome! Subsequently two of my bridesmaids booked her as well because of how much... More »
- Hannah
Candlelight Farms Inn

New MIlford, CT

Samantha
I absolutely loved working with Jennifer and her team! From the first phone call to the day of the wedding she was thorough, professional, helpful, and caring! Jennifer is a true gem in the wedding beauty industry and I would HIGHLY recommend booking her for your wedding! Her style is natural and makes you feel like an elevated, glamorous version of yourself on your wedding day. My mom, mother in law, and bridesmaids all loved their hair and makeup and wished they had booked her for their own weddings!
- Samantha
Private Residence

Cortlandt Manor, NY

Ariel
I absolutely love J. Kinford Beauty!! Jennifer was such a pleasure to work with! In all of the craziness of wedding planning, she was one of the few who actually alleviated my stress. She responded to my emails quickly and made time to talk with me over the phone to ensure everything would be perfect the day of the wedding. Colleen and Gabrielle did the hair and make up for me, my mother, mother-in-law and sister. They were so sweet and incredibly talented!! Our hair and makeup stayed intact all night. Highly highly recommend!!!
- Ariel
The Roundhouse

Beacon, NY

Caroline
“Jen was the absolute best! From a stress free trial to nailing the same look day of, her calming and fun energy, and her seamless process, everything was amazing. I think my best compliment would be I didn’t need to use my touch up kit once throughout the night - the makeup and hair held up for over 10 hours and a lot of sweat and dancing!!”
- Caroline
Burr Homestead

Fairfield, CT

Rachael
“Jen and her team are incredible! They did such an amazing job with me, my family and bridesmaids - everyone was so happy on my wedding day and loved their hair & makeup. Jen was so accommodating with scheduling and is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is the master of the "natural" look and made me look like myself - but better! :) I highly, highly recommend!”
- Rachael
The Branford House

Groton, CT

Melissa
I cannot say thank you enough to you and Dina! I loved the two of you since the moment I booked you, which was reinforced the moment I actually met you at my trial. Part of my excitement for my big day was getting to see you two again to get ready! You were so professional and talented, but more importantly, so sensitive and caring throughout this entire process. I felt so gorgeous and got so many compliments all night. I know my girls felt fantastic and I can't wait to share pictures with you of your amazing work! Thank... More »
- Melissa

Weston CT

Hannah
Jennifer was my makeup artist for my July 2015 wedding. I was blown away with how beautiful me and my bridal party looked. Our makeup lasted all night and into the morning for some of us! She is so kind and professional. Very flexible and I never felt pressured to make a decision about anything regarding my look.
- Hannah
Water’s Edge Resort

Westbrook, CT

Ashley
Working with Jennifer and her team was INCREDIBLE!!! They are so friendly, professional, and amazing at what they do. Jennifer and her team take the time to genuinely get to know the bride, bridesmaids, and everyone else in the room, which makes for such a comforting and warm environment while you're getting ready for the big day. If you're looking for a great team and beautiful makeup, I would recommend J. Kinford Beauty to everyone!
- Ashley
Private Residence

Darien, CT

Kallie
A wedding is such an intimate and personal day, and letting someone into that day is a big deal. Jennifer and her girls were not only professional but so sweet and kindhearted that they made the entire day even better!
- Kallie
Le Chateau

South Salem, NY

Kayla
Working with Jennifer and her team (Dina, Gaby and Jasmine) was one of the best decisions I made for my wedding. I researched all these other companies but Jennifer was so professional, caring and warm that it was such an easy decision to choose her. Jennifer is truly a gold standard of how all vendors should be. She completely understood the look I was going for, always listened to my opinions and worked with me to ensure not just me, but my bridal party would feel like beautiful queens the day of the wedding. The team really enhanced everyone’s natural... More »
- Kayla
Inn at Longshore

Westport, CT

Megan
So happy I had Jennifer do my make-up for my wedding!! She made me feel and look absolutely beautiful and glamorous but also kept everything very natural looking, which was what I was most worried about since I don't get my makeup done often. Nothing felt "caked on" and everything stayed perfect throughout the night. She was even prepared and able to get rid of my day-of blotchiness/swelling from staying up a little too late the night before! My bridesmaid all felt the same way and thought it was the best makeup they'd ever had done at a wedding. They... More »
- Megan
Le Chateau

South Salem, NY

Diana
I honestly don't know where to begin. Jennifer is BEYOND INCREDIBLE (And her team is right there with her). You can tell from the first moment you speak to her that this is not a job for her, but a passion. Jennifer was there for me throughout my entire wedding process and on the day itself made me feel truly beautiful inside and out. Not to mention how much her wonderful calming energy helped me in also staying calm on the wedding day. I cannot recommend J. Kinford Beauty highly enough! If you are a bride do yourself a favor... More »
- Diana
Candlelight Farms Inn

New Milford, CT

Brittany
Absolutely THRILLED to have worked with Jennifer and her team for my wedding. For being someone that never quite loved my hair and makeup done for other weddings, I was nervous about finding someone that understood me. Jennifer and her team went above and beyond from the start, and truly listening and executed what I was looking for (for my wedding). They were fun, easy going, extremely passionate and of course precisely talented. Jennifer's vision is amazing and she runs a very well oiled machine. My family and friends loved working with her and her team as well. I would... More »
- Brittany
Le Chateau

South Salem, NY

Leah
J. Kinford Beauty is exceptional. Do yourself a favor and hire them. The attention to detail and the level of professionalism is outstanding. Jennifer and Dina were wonderful to work with and you can tell that they truly care about their work. They made my entire day so wonderful. On a personal level, Jennifer stayed with me through the church. She was a calming force and I do not know what I would have done without her. Hire this team. They are simply wonderful.
- Leah
Inn at Longshore

Westport, CT

Kate
Absolute. Best. Wedding. Decision. BACKSTORY: Wedding beauty research was stressful for me. I have had a few major "misses" with professional beauty styling in the past. I was so overwhelmed by research that I finally booked JK on gut instinct. As soon as I spoke to Jennifer on the phone, I knew I was in the right hands. PROCESS: Jennifer herself was booked for my wedding date, so I got to work with her team members Jenny (makeup) and Dina (hair). Jennifer runs her business with incredible professionalism. As my main point of contact, she was always quick to respond... More »
- Kate
New Haven Lawn Club

New Haven, CT

Megan
Jennifer is the best there is!! She did my wedding makeup (along with my bridal party) and she was easily one of the best vendors to work with. She made me look and feel stunning (despite a near breakdown with my hair from another vendor...once my makeup was complete, I no longer cared about my hair because of how great her work made me feel). My entire bridal party, particularly my mom and mother in law also could not stop talking about their makeup and how great Jennifer was. In addition to her amazing work, Jennifer was always professional, responsive,... More »
- Megan
The Mayflower Inn & Spa

Washington, CT

Rebecca
“I hired Jen Kinford and her team for my 2022 wedding and they are HANDS DOWN the best hair & makeup artists that I have ever experienced. (This is coming from someone who has been a bridesmaid in 8 weddings in the past two years, I've met a lot of teams!) Jen is a MASTER and I love her approach to enhancing and embracing your natural beauty. My skin never looked so flawless, and she is an eyelash wizard. Jasmine also did makeup for the bridesmaids and everyone loved her work. Gabby did our hair and championed 8 girls in... More »
- Rebecca
American Yacht Club

Rye, NY

Lindsey
Jennifer, Jenny, and the crew that make up J.Kinford Beauty are exceptional. They listen, work with you through open communication and patience, and are really an organized force that is absolutely needed on your wedding day. They brought in chairs, lights, and ran things in such a professional manner on the day of my wedding- the bonus is that they are really fun and sweet! Best of all, they delivered what I wanted - natural and elevated classic beauty, while still looking like myself. Jennifer did my makeup, Jenny did my hair, and there was a crew for our Moms... More »
- Lindsey
Private Residence

Greenwich, CT

Brittany
Thank you SO much for everything. You and your team were AMAZING. Everyone kept commenting on how great we all looked and asked who had done our make up. You managed to keep everyone calm and make everyone happy on a very important day and we can't thank you enough for that. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
- Brittany
Bedford Post Inn

Bedford, NY

Maggie
Jennifer and Jenny are hands down the best. After having to postpone our original wedding, Jennifer and Jenny were able to still do my wedding party and my makeup for our 20 person wedding. I felt so beautiful and just like myself. Hands down the best in the makeup game and they could not be nicer human beings. It was such a pleasure. I will reach out if I ever need my hair and makeup done again. THE BEST OF THE BEST.
- Maggie
Le Chateau

South Salem, NY

Morgan
Jen and her team are THE BEST! Jen was amazing not only on my wedding day, but she gave me skincare advice that I've used ever since. On my wedding day, I had a last minute change that I knew would be an inconvenience, but Jen and her team were kind, patient, and understanding. All in all, they made me feel comfortable, confident, and beautiful! Such an amazing team!
- Morgan
Roundhouse Beacon

Beacon, NY

Caroline
Jennifer was so great to work with! Leading up to the wedding, I got quick replies to every email and Jennifer was great about calling to explain anything I wasn't clear on (I am not a makeup expert). She and her team were on time (early actually), so organized and neat, and had the best happy / laid back vibe -- exactly what I needed that day! They were very flexible and worked in a tight space (we got ready in my childhood home which is not big). Also, my bridesmaids and mother/mother-in-law have very different styles, and they made... More »
- Caroline
Private Residence

Greenwich, CT

Pamela
If you are looking for the absolute BEST hair and makeup artists for your wedding... look no further! Hiring Jennifer and her team was easily the best decision I made for my wedding. I am a natural beauty/skincare/wellness blogger, and I knew for my big day I wanted to look like me - but the prettiest, happiest version of myself! After seeing Jennifer's work, I booked a trial with her right away. I love that she doesn't cake on makeup, or spray faces with airbrush to hide the beautiful natural glow our skin has. She is so skilled at what... More »
- Pamela
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