So you want to hire a makeup artist....

We all know I've mentioned countless times the importance of booking your makeup artist during the early stages of wedding planning.

I just secured another wedding for 2013 and I took a glance at my calendar. I have one Saturday open in February, one in March, one in April and one left in May. Yikes! And it's not even the end of October yet.

No matter where you are located, I am sure you will find makeup artists are booking up quickly. With technology advancing and creating better HD cameras, brides understand the need for professional quality makeup and hair.

I can't imagine any other event other than your wedding day where you will be the center of attention and have oodles of cameras focused on you. A quality photographer can capture fantastic images, but if the subject isn't camera-ready, the end result will only be as good as its weakest link.

Aim for the best you can find and make it happen. You need a stellar venue, an awe-inspiring dress, a kick-butt photographer and the most elite makeup and hair team you can locate. When it's all said and done, the photographs will outlast the most heartfelt of warm wishes.

This isn't a dress rehearsal and there is no do-over. Be sure you have the most amazing images to reflect on for years to come! You won't be disappointed.

~Stephanie