Held in the moment.
Award-winning on-site hair and makeup artistry for weddings and meaningful occasions, serving the Twin Cities and beyond.
Your beauty team, thoughtfully prepared.
A List Bridal provides professional, on-site hair and makeup services for weddings, special events, and milestone moments. We bring everything needed directly to you, allowing the morning to unfold calmly, comfortably, and on schedule.
With over a decade of experience and recognition as a multi-year The Knot Best of Weddings winner, our team has worked with hundreds of brides and clients across the Twin Cities and throughout Minnesota. Our focus is simple: creating personalized looks that feel natural, photograph beautifully, and allow you to feel fully yourself throughout the day.
Our ApproachWe specialize in natural, glam, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, but our work is never formulaic. Every look is shaped by the individual, the setting, the lighting, and the rhythm of the day.
Whether you’re preparing for your wedding, an engagement session, or another meaningful occasion, our role is to offer both artistry and reassurance, keeping the experience relaxed, efficient, and deeply considered.
Meet the Team
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Sandra
LEAD HAIR STYLIST & EDUCATOR
Sandra Bethke is a hair stylist with over twenty years of experience specializing in bridal and special occasion styling. Based at Max Salon and Spa in Bloomington, she is known for her expertise in long hair, updos, and styles that hold beautifully throughout the day.Her work spans weddings, editorial, runway, film, and commercial projects, including New York Fashion Week and feature films. As an educator for Aveda Midwest for more than fifteen years, Sandra brings a deep understanding of structure, movement, and longevity to every style she creates, balancing technical precision with an intuitive sense of what feels right.
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Jessalyn
BRIDAL HAIR STYLIST
Jessalyn is a bridal hair stylist known for her attention to detail and thoughtful approach to styling. After training at the Aveda Institute of Minneapolis, she began developing her craft across weddings, fashion events, television, and film.Jessalyn works closely with clients to create styles that feel polished yet natural, with an emphasis on longevity and comfort. Her collaborative work with Sandra Bethke helped shape the early foundation of A List Bridal Hair and Makeup, and she continues to bring care, precision, and a calm presence to every wedding day.
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Amber
LEAD MAKEUP ARTIST
Amber Heckert is a Twin Cities–based makeup artist with over a decade of experience working across weddings, editorial, commercial, and runway environments. Her work is grounded in careful listening, preparation, and an understanding of how makeup functions not only in photographs, but throughout the rhythm of a full day.Known for her calm presence and thoughtful judgment, Amber creates looks that feel natural, considered, and enduring. Her approach prioritizes comfort and authenticity, allowing clients to feel confident, supported, and fully themselves in moments that matter.
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Mary
PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP ARTIST & A.P. ESTHETICIAN
Mary is a professional makeup artist and A.P. esthetician with over twenty years of experience specializing in wedding and event makeup. She is also deeply experienced in teaching application techniques, helping clients understand how small, thoughtful adjustments can make a meaningful difference.Her philosophy centers on restraint and enhancement rather than excess. With a belief that less is often more, Mary creates looks that feel natural, balanced, and true to the individual.
What Sets A List Bridal Apart
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We come to you fully prepared, wherever you’re getting ready.
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A collaborative team of five artists with backgrounds in bridal, editorial, runway, and film.
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Calm, friendly service that respects your timeline and your comfort.
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From intimate gatherings to parties of 20+, we scale seamlessly.
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Video consultations and trials for convenience and flexibility.
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Multi-year winner of The Knot Best of Weddings.
Testimonials
“The morning of my wedding was relaxed, stress-free, and so enjoyable thanks to their work and calming presence.”
— Valerie K.
“[A List Bridal is] the perfect balance of keeping things calm while keeping the excitement too. I can’t imagine anyone else helping us out for our wedding day.”
— Jessica M
“They did such a wonderful job making it fun, relaxing, easy-going, yet efficient. If you want someone you can trust on your big day, these ladies are your best choice.”
— Nicole M.
“[A List Bridal] set the atmosphere leading up to the ceremony — funny yet professional — and helped keep me relaxed throughout the experience.”
— Jennifer H.
Our Services
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On your wedding day, our role is both artistic and supportive. We create refined, personalized hair and makeup while keeping the atmosphere calm, organized, and on schedule.
Services are available for the bride, wedding party, and family members, with the ability to accommodate both intimate gatherings and large parties.
Wedding services include:
Personalized consultation to understand your vision, preferences, and event details
Professional airbrush or traditional makeup application using premium products
Custom hair styling including updos, waves, braids, or tailored looks
Coordination with your getting-ready timeline, first look, photos, and ceremony
On-site service at your chosen location
A relaxed, professional experience from start to finish
Trials and consultations are strongly recommended and available both in person and virtually.
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Life offers many moments worth preparing for. We provide hair and makeup services for events beyond weddings, with the same level of care and attention to detail.
This includes:
Engagement photo sessions
Proms and formal events
Anniversaries and celebrations
Bachelorette parties
Private and social events
Each look is tailored to the occasion, your personal style, and how you want to feel throughout the event.
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For moments that will be documented, lighting and longevity matter. We offer hair and makeup services designed specifically for photography and video.
Ideal for:
Engagement sessions
Headshots and personal branding
Editorial and fashion shoots
Corporate and professional events
Commercial or creative productions
Our team understands how makeup and hair translate on camera, ensuring a polished result that feels natural both in person and on screen.
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Our team is structured to support gatherings of all sizes. From small, intimate groups to large parties of 20 or more, we scale seamlessly while maintaining quality, organization, and efficiency.
Group services include:
Multiple artists working simultaneously
Clear scheduling and timeline coordination
On-site services at homes, venues, or hotels
Consistent results across the entire group
We are experienced in managing complex timelines while keeping the experience relaxed and enjoyable.
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For long days, outdoor events, or extended photo schedules, on-site touch-up services are available to maintain a polished look throughout the event.
Touch-up services are ideal for:
Midday makeup refreshes
Hair adjustments after outdoor ceremonies
Pre-reception refinements
Extended photography coverage
Pricing for on-site touch-ups is available upon request.
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Trials allow us to refine your look in advance, test products and techniques, and make thoughtful adjustments based on your feedback.
Trials include:
Time to explore different styles and finishes
Product testing for skin and hair compatibility
Adjustments to ensure comfort and confidence
A clear plan for the day-of services
Trials are available in person or virtually and are priced the same as day-of services.
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A List Bridal is based in the Twin Cities and proudly serves Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding areas. Travel beyond the metro area is available upon request.
Travel fees apply for locations outside the standard service area and are the responsibility of the client.
Ways of working
Bridal
Hair and makeup designed to feel comfortable, photograph beautifully, and last through the entire day. The experience is shaped to support not only the client, but everyone involved, from bridal parties to parents and grandparents.
Editorial & Commercial
Collaborative hair and makeup artistry for photographers, designers, and production teams, informed by experience in fast-moving environments.
Special Events
Thoughtful hair and makeup for moments that call for polish without excess.
Availability is intentionally limited to allow for focus and care.
Book a Consultation
If you’re looking for hair and makeup artistry grounded in preparation, restraint, and presence, A List Bridal would be glad to connect.