Nika Vaughan

Nika Vaughan

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Chicago, IL / On Location Makeup and Hair Services for Chicago, Midwest, and Northern California. Beauty before Trends www.nikavaughan.com www.nikavaughanbridalartists.com
Nika Vaughan
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Braids & Nests
924 Pins
Braids & Nests / Celebrating hair in the forms of: braid, plait, poof, kinky, frizzy, wavy, Bardot, natural, knotted, blowing, tousled, oh and curly.
People vs. Props
346 Pins
People vs. Props / Human body as art object. Masks, wearable sculpture, photos, and drawings.
The Dressing Room
145 Pins
The Dressing Room / Eclectic, colorful home decor for those who wished they traveled more.
Headdresses, Blood, and Glitter
490 Pins
Headdresses, Blood, and Glitter
Garden Masks
231 Pins
Garden Masks
Ballerinas and Delicate People
522 Pins
Ballerinas and Delicate People
Husks
253 Pins
Husks
My Little Pony
713 Pins
My Little Pony
The Terrace
233 Pins
The Terrace
Pretty Boys
344 Pins
Pretty Boys
Legos from NY
301 Pins
Legos from NY
The Dawn
1120 Pins
The Dawn
Double Lot
581 Pins
Double Lot
Two Lambs
669 Pins
Two Lambs
Behind the Curtain
630 Pins
Behind the Curtain
Crunchy Lemons
59 Pins
Crunchy Lemons
Moi
85 Pins
Moi
Just the Kitchen
27 Pins
Just the Kitchen
Birthday suit
44 Pins
Birthday suit
Sunrise Light
117 Pins
Sunrise Light
Webs of Lace
59 Pins
Webs of Lace
Serious Set
97 Pins
Serious Set
Modern Curry
392 Pins
Modern Curry
Smooth Bones
860 Pins
Smooth Bones
Look what i did!!
223 Pins
Look what i did!!
Shattered Green Glass
138 Pins
Shattered Green Glass / Lots of greens, golds, glitter, and dark eyes...
PoofPow
120 Pins
PoofPow / Powder, sand, dust, movement, butoh, jumping, screaming, hitting, leaping, falling, b&w, light, shadow, hair, makeup.
Gilded Leaves
144 Pins
Gilded Leaves / Gold leaf, diamond tears, beauty, Versailles, Rococo, grand, delicate, pink, yellow, gold, white, egg shell blue, makeup, hair, Hair, branches, floral, flowers, wedding, style, bride, makeup, braid, updo, romantic, vintage, inspired
Silver haired foxes
61 Pins
Silver haired foxes
Times Square
120 Pins
Times Square
Nika Vaughan Bridal Artists - Scrapbook
265 Pins
Nika Vaughan Bridal Artists - Scrapbook / Some of our favorites from the Chicago and San Francisco makeup artists and hair stylists at Nika Vaughan Bridal Artists, www.nikavaughanbridalartists.com
I can't remember my dream
137 Pins
I can't remember my dream / Flecks of light and magic in makeup
Geometry
106 Pins
Geometry / Dots and lines in makeup
Second Language
135 Pins
Second Language / A technicolor courtesan in makeup.
Black Neon
85 Pins
Black Neon
Lace Face
147 Pins
Lace Face
Nape
112 Pins
Nape / This is all about low buns, low braids, and chignons. Very event friendly hair.
Facepaint
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Facepaint
Stable
31 Pins
Stable
Biba
75 Pins
Biba
Overlay
18 Pins
Overlay
Bento
11 Pins
Bento
Smoothed
3 Pins
Smoothed
Frankincense
45 Pins
Frankincense
School of Fish
29 Pins
School of Fish
Iceland
27 Pins
Iceland
2017 Hair
42 Pins
2017 Hair
Daughters
12 Pins
Daughters
Scribbles
8 Pins
Scribbles
Hostess with Mostess
46 Pins
Hostess with Mostess
Modern Women
144 Pins
Modern Women / The modern event styling for two fashion forward women. Beige, taupe, black, chiffon, and bronze smoky eyes.
Dutch Braids
128 Pins
Dutch Braids
Twists & Turns Ahead
41 Pins
Twists & Turns Ahead / Wedding hair styles for brides with curly, natural hair textures.
Moss Under Foot
57 Pins
Moss Under Foot
Pearl earring etc
36 Pins
Pearl earring etc
Back to School
207 Pins
Back to School
Twiggy Darling
19 Pins
Twiggy Darling
Streaks Across The Sky
22 Pins
Streaks Across The Sky / Wet & dry pigment dragged, painted, dry brushed over face or body.
Artifice
59 Pins
Artifice / Beauty makeup that manipulates the body
Future Woman
190 Pins
Future Woman / Motion
Blocks
71 Pins
Blocks / Color block inspired makeup
Baby bird
315 Pins
Baby bird / Beauty makeup referencing birds
Laying in Black Sand
154 Pins
Laying in Black Sand
Verge of a Scream
148 Pins
Verge of a Scream / Beauty makeup: Francis Bacon, texture, cubism, middle age, regret, anxiety, blues and white, inhaling air, intangible
EAD Vendor Guide Favorites
1262 Pins
EAD Vendor Guide Favorites / A place where the wedding industry's best come together to share their most inspiring work. Email erin@elizabethannedesign.com for more details on how to become a vendor guide member. ***GROUP RULES*** 10 Pins Max Per Week
21st c. Water Lilies
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21st c. Water Lilies
Gray Light
40 Pins
Gray Light
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#Tbpic of beaming bride Nikki, with makeup by Jen for @nikavaughanbridalartists. Such a fun dress and she looks so happy ❤️

#Tbpic of beaming bride Nikki, with makeup by Jen for @nikavaughanbridalartists. Such a fun dress and she looks so happy ❤️

When classic meets boho. ❤️ Hair by Lia for @nikavaughanbridalartists . . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #braidedupdo #naturalbride #naturalhairbride #weddingupdo #bohemianbride #bohemianwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #dirtybootsandmessyhair #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #firstlook #brideportrait #nikavaughanbridalartists #tuscanywedding #bridechic #umbriawedding #adventurebride

When classic meets boho. ❤️ Hair by Lia for @nikavaughanbridalartists . . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #braidedupdo #naturalbride #naturalhairbride #weddingupdo #bohemianbride #bohemianwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #dirtybootsandmessyhair #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #firstlook #brideportrait #nikavaughanbridalartists #tuscanywedding #bridechic #umbriawedding #adventurebride

The wedding venue @abbaziasanpietroinvalle does not disappoint! . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #honeymoongoals #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #blkcreative #blackbrides #naturalbride #naturalhairbride #bohemianbride #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #dirtybootsandmessyhair #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #firstlook #adventurebride #adventureelopement #nikavaughanbridalartists #tuscanywedding #bridechic #umbriawedding #winecountrywedding

The wedding venue @abbaziasanpietroinvalle does not disappoint! . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #honeymoongoals #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #blkcreative #blackbrides #naturalbride #naturalhairbride #bohemianbride #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #dirtybootsandmessyhair #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #firstlook #adventurebride #adventureelopement #nikavaughanbridalartists #tuscanywedding #bridechic #umbriawedding #winecountrywedding

Views from the #autostrada (I pulled over!), & here come the mountains. . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #honeymoongoals #adventurewedding #eloped #asianbrides #blackbrides #naturalbride #naturalhairbride #bohemianwedding #blkcreatives #bohemianwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #elopementphotography #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #whatacommute #nikavaughanbridalartists #tuscanywedding #bridechic

Views from the #autostrada (I pulled over!), & here come the mountains. . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #honeymoongoals #adventurewedding #eloped #asianbrides #blackbrides #naturalbride #naturalhairbride #bohemianwedding #blkcreatives #bohemianwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #elopementphotography #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #whatacommute #nikavaughanbridalartists #tuscanywedding #bridechic

My checked bag (with my own makeup) was delayed for a day, but was still able to put on a face thanks to taking my bridal kit in the carry on. I had no clothing, but my makeup is done! 😂 3ml bottles are life changing.

My checked bag (with my own makeup) was delayed for a day, but was still able to put on a face thanks to taking my bridal kit in the carry on. I had no clothing, but my makeup is done! 😂 3ml bottles are life changing.

Attention Bridal Artists— Wish you knew more about airbrush makeup? Join Nika Vaughan of @nikavaughanbridalartists for our June 17th & 18th Chicago class to test drive different airbrush tools, learn new beauty techniques, and increase your skill set to attract your ideal brides. Day 2 includes testing new skills during individual photo shoots with @kylejohnphoto to create beautiful, new portfolio images. Models and hair services provided. Sign up here…

Attention Bridal Artists— Wish you knew more about airbrush makeup? Join Nika Vaughan of @nikavaughanbridalartists for our June 17th & 18th Chicago class to test drive different airbrush tools, learn new beauty techniques, and increase your skill set to attract your ideal brides. Day 2 includes testing new skills during individual photo shoots with @kylejohnphoto to create beautiful, new portfolio images. Models and hair services provided. Sign up here…

Watercolor Art, Watercolor Journal, Travel Sketchbook, Urban Sketching, Travel Light, Art Therapy, Art Lessons, Art Tutorials, Painting, Water Colors, Boxing, Watercolor Painting, Watercolour, Drawing Tutorials

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I am obsessed with this dress @curtismcassell created for our bride @studiosven. Gorgeous! Photo: @lorenweddings Makeup/hair: Nika & Julia for @nikavaughanbridalartists Event planning: @urbanallureevents Venue: @greenhouseloft . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #blacktiewedding #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #glamhair #naturalbride #vintageinspired #glambride #glamwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #glamweddingdress #magnoliarouge…

I am obsessed with this dress @curtismcassell created for our bride @studiosven. Gorgeous! Photo: @lorenweddings Makeup/hair: Nika & Julia for @nikavaughanbridalartists Event planning: @urbanallureevents Venue: @greenhouseloft . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #blacktiewedding #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #glamhair #naturalbride #vintageinspired #glambride #glamwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #glamweddingdress #magnoliarouge…

It’s just over a year from this photo, and they’re now a family of 3! ❤️ Happy anniversary and congratulations, @katiekett & @patgarrettphoto! Photo: @philchester Makeup/hair: Nika for @nikavaughanbridalartists Event planner/coordination: @nickithewolfe Getting ready location & venue: @cuffeyscoveranch . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #adventurewedding #naturalbride #bohemianbride #bohemianwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope…

It’s just over a year from this photo, and they’re now a family of 3! ❤️ Happy anniversary and congratulations, @katiekett & @patgarrettphoto! Photo: @philchester Makeup/hair: Nika for @nikavaughanbridalartists Event planner/coordination: @nickithewolfe Getting ready location & venue: @cuffeyscoveranch . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #adventurewedding #naturalbride #bohemianbride #bohemianwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope…

During our preview appointments yesterday, I watched our hair stylist Lia create 2-3 versions of this low, side rolled hairstyle, and they were all magic. ✨ . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #destinationbride #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #braidedupdo #blackbrides #naturalbride #vintagehairstyle #weddingupdo #bohemianbride #bohemianwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #firstlook #hairtrial #brideportrait…

During our preview appointments yesterday, I watched our hair stylist Lia create 2-3 versions of this low, side rolled hairstyle, and they were all magic. ✨ . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #sfbride #destinationbride #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #braidedupdo #blackbrides #naturalbride #vintagehairstyle #weddingupdo #bohemianbride #bohemianwedding #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #firstlook #hairtrial #brideportrait…

Make your elopement even more epic with a destination photoshoot. Photo: @kylejohnphoto Styling: @linnpetterson Makeup/hair: @nikavaughanbridalartists Talent: @eskimo_model . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #reynisfjara #honeymoongoals #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #blackbrides #naturalbride #naturalhairbride #bohemianbride #bohemianwedding #blacksands #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #blackgirlswhotravel #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #firstlook…

Make your elopement even more epic with a destination photoshoot. Photo: @kylejohnphoto Styling: @linnpetterson Makeup/hair: @nikavaughanbridalartists Talent: @eskimo_model . . . . . . . #californiawedding #nvbabeauty #laidbackbride #reynisfjara #honeymoongoals #adventurewedding #redcarpethair #blackbrides #naturalbride #naturalhairbride #bohemianbride #bohemianwedding #blacksands #fineartwedding #icelandwedding #icelandelope #blackgirlswhotravel #magnoliarouge #stylemepretty #firstlook…

#tb, and I still love this quick behind the scenes shot of Elizabeth of @fordmodels-- gorgeous! Makeup/hair by Nika and Lia for @nikavaughanbridalartists From our shoot at @ovationchicago with photographer @momokofritz & stylist @linnpetterson Product list: Skincare @embryolisseusa @nurturingforce @mariobadescu Face @temptu @makeupforeverofficial @bennyemakeup Cheeks @senna Eyes @rmsbeauty @viseart @narsissist Lips "Bare" lipgloss by @nikavaughan_artists…

#tb, and I still love this quick behind the scenes shot of Elizabeth of @fordmodels-- gorgeous! Makeup/hair by Nika and Lia for @nikavaughanbridalartists From our shoot at @ovationchicago with photographer @momokofritz & stylist @linnpetterson Product list: Skincare @embryolisseusa @nurturingforce @mariobadescu Face @temptu @makeupforeverofficial @bennyemakeup Cheeks @senna Eyes @rmsbeauty @viseart @narsissist Lips "Bare" lipgloss by @nikavaughan_artists…

These ladies were so delightful & fierce. And I’m obsessed with this lighting! ✨✨✨ Did you know that our team also provides commercial, editorial, and lifestyle hair and makeup services? Check out @nikavaughan_artists for some of our work behind the scenes. Thank you so much to @chicagomag having us be apart of this beautiful portrait shoot. Photography: @taylorcastleinc Hair/Makeup: @nikavaughanbridalartists . . . . . . . . #beautyeditorial #cleanmakeup #nvbabeauty #nikavaughanartists…

These ladies were so delightful & fierce. And I’m obsessed with this lighting! ✨✨✨ Did you know that our team also provides commercial, editorial, and lifestyle hair and makeup services? Check out @nikavaughan_artists for some of our work behind the scenes. Thank you so much to @chicagomag having us be apart of this beautiful portrait shoot. Photography: @taylorcastleinc Hair/Makeup: @nikavaughanbridalartists . . . . . . . . #beautyeditorial #cleanmakeup #nvbabeauty #nikavaughanartists…

Attention hair & makeup bridal artists: @chicagobeautyexchange is presenting “Bridal Makeup & Photograohy,” a 2 day workshop June 16 & 17 with Nika Vaughan, lead artist/owner of @nikavaughanbridalartists and film photographer @kylejohnphoto. Day one focuses on hands on makeup artisty, and day two is a photo session to create 2 bridal looks to elevate your portfolio. Contact Chicago Beauty Exchange for more info and reserve a spot. http://www.chicagobeautyexchange.com Photo: #kylejohnphoto…

Attention hair & makeup bridal artists: @chicagobeautyexchange is presenting “Bridal Makeup & Photograohy,” a 2 day workshop June 16 & 17 with Nika Vaughan, lead artist/owner of @nikavaughanbridalartists and film photographer @kylejohnphoto. Day one focuses on hands on makeup artisty, and day two is a photo session to create 2 bridal looks to elevate your portfolio. Contact Chicago Beauty Exchange for more info and reserve a spot. http://www.chicagobeautyexchange.com Photo: #kylejohnphoto…

Such a pretty shoot with an awesome team! ✨ Photo: @catturaweddings Makeup: Ely for @nikavaughanbridalartists Venue: @chezeventspace Planning + Design: @curateplanstyle Bridal Gown: @mignonettebridalchicago Hair: @kmariehairstudio Stylist: @averybird12 Model: @sophiaandries @therockagency Decor + Floral: Natalie for @hmrdesigns ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Such a pretty shoot with an awesome team! ✨ Photo: @catturaweddings Makeup: Ely for @nikavaughanbridalartists Venue: @chezeventspace Planning + Design: @curateplanstyle Bridal Gown: @mignonettebridalchicago Hair: @kmariehairstudio Stylist: @averybird12 Model: @sophiaandries @therockagency Decor + Floral: Natalie for @hmrdesigns ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀