Mei worked with Christina, her mothers, and bridal party in American Canyon in September for Billy and Christina’s extravagant wedding at the Chardonnay Golf Club. Thanks to Duncan Reyes for his incredible talent and Larissa Cleveland for these gorgeous photos from the day.
Photography: Larissa Cleveland
Wedding Coordinator: Duncan Reyes
Makeup and Hair: Mei (owner), Triple Twist
Jennie was so sweet – this video brought a tear to our eye. Another amazing production by Alex Kon of IQvideography. If you are getting married at City Hall in San Francisco, consider his 2-hour package – he’s just incredible.
We were so pleased to work with Liane and her mother at the very scenic and peaceful Holman Ranch in Carmel Valley late last year. Thanks to Ian Martin Photography for this cool shot before the ceremony.
Congratulations to Tracey and Chris, and thanks to the dynamic duo Robert and Felicia of Paetz Photography.
Wedding video of April and Wil’s magical day that started at the Palace Hotel and ended up on Treasure Island! Another great production by Aaron Lee Films. We were so happy to be part of April’s day!
Great moments of Rachel and Lee’s wedding in Berkeley. Thanks to Matthias Photography for these pictures!
Stephanie called us from England early 2010 to book her hair and makeup for her destination wedding in San Francisco. Stephanie wanted a natural, soft look for her makeup with an elaborate updo hairstyle.
Check out this awesome production from Alex Kon of IQ Videography. Alex filmed Mei and Stephanie getting ready at the Clift Hotel and later at City Hall — just incredible!
Karin and Leland traveled all the way from Hong Kong to have their engagement wedding photos in San Francisco for their wedding celebration next year. We were so excited to work with them, as they had such a special day lined up.
We got ready at our bridal studio in Union Square early in the morning, and they were off with one of San Francisco’s finest photographer, Matthias Photography for their session at City Hall and up in the beautiful Marin area. Photos are copyrighted and courtesy of Matthias Giezendanner, thank you, enjoy!
Janelle and her family were awesome, we look forward to seeing you at your wedding, and we love the look you chose!
Via Yelp:
Thanks to you Yelpers who helped me make the decision to go with Triple Twist for my bridal hair and makeup! After reading the reviews and checking out their website, I was positive that I would get the look I wanted. While the services are not cheap, I found them comparable to others in SF…and their website looked the most professional ;)
My initial contact was with Robert, who is so kind and professional and was patient enough to do a back and forth with me regarding scheduling, prices, and services provided for myself, my MOH and another BM. Since I live out-of-state and would not be back until a couple days before my wedding, we had to schedule my trial for the 28th of October (my wedding was on the 30th). A little risky yes, but I was confident in the services so I paid for both the trial and the day of at the same time.
My trial with Mei was fantastic. Her studio is in the lovely James Flood building, right next to Anthropologie :) It was cute, clean, and comfortable. Mei is very meticulous with her work; she color-matched the foundation to my skin perfectly and naturally and was able to conceal my stubborn dark under-eye circles. AND she applied individual false lashes for a look that was both lush and dramatic but still appropriate for my 11:00 am wedding.
Since my hair is already pretty short, I had a simple half up “poof” in mind, with my veil tucked in the back. She did this quickly and expertly, but since my hair is short she could not hide the bobby pins in the back and suggested getting some flat white flowers like orchids to cover them up. My family was there with me so they agreed to pick up some flowers to put in my hair for the day of.
We had a very early start the day of; Mei and Robert were prompt and came to set up in my hotel suite at the Hilton Financial District a little before 6am. One of my BMs would get her hair done first, then I would get my hair and makeup done, and then my MOH would get her hair and makeup done. When it was my turn, I was totally at ease and watched the sunrise with our great view of the bay and Coit Tower. She replicated my trial look perfectly.
When it came to my hair, it turned out that my mom had purchased huge orchids that would not layer well on my hair. After some deliberation, Mei called Robert and asked him to pick up a smaller plant that would look more elegant. This is what really impressed me; they went above and beyond to make sure I looked my best. Robert came back just in time with the flowers and Mei had them in my hair perfectly in no time.
Also, Mei was still working on my MOH as i left to take pics with the hubby, but her hair and makeup was also so gorgeous; she looked like a star!
I know this was a super lengthy review but I wanted to give the services that Triple Twist provides justice. I would recommend this business to anyone in a heartbeat and am so glad I decided to go with them. Thank you Mei and Robert for being so fabulous and for making look and feel fabulous on my special day :)
P.S. Check out my trial photo on their blog!
Esther contacted us early on in 2010 for her late summer wedding in San Francisco. She wanted natural beauty makeup, a side swept bang, long loose curls done half up / half down. We had a blast at the trial, Mei worked with her to get the perfect look.
It was a pleasure working with Esther and her bridesmaids in her bridal suite at the Intercontinental Hotel (fantastic views!). Enjoy these photos from one of San Francisco’s finest, Carmen Alvarez.
Via Yelp:
Like many brides these days, I considered doing my own hair and make-up to save money, especially after I found out the price point for wedding hair and make-up stylists. Then one day I stumbled across the website for Triple Twist. I was so impressed by the before and after pictures that I immediately made an appointment for a trial.
At the trial, Mei did an awesome job! I especially love the individual fake eyelashes! She is an expert at applying them and I couldn’t even feel them once they were on. They take before and after pictures and send them to you via email the same day. It is super awesome to see what the makeup will look like on camera. Also during the trial, I found out that Mei used to be a performer for Cirque de Soleil. How cool is that?
After the trial, I was so impressed that I immediately booked Triple Twist for my wedding. Just happens it was just in time because another bride was also interested in my date!
Fast-forward to the day of my wedding. Robert showed up right on time, if not a bit early to set up and Mei followed in right after. They were extremely professional. I got compliments all day on how beautiful my hair and make-up looked. It’s definitely all because of Mei!
Incidentally, I had hired another hair-stylist to work on my bridesmaids(not associated with Triple Twist at all). This person decided to NOT show up on my wedding day. When Mei found out, she graciously offered to help. She whipped up hairstyles for three of my bridesmaids AND with time to spare! Mei totally saved us that day and I couldn’t be more grateful…
Photography: Carmen Alvarez
Videography: Day Dreamer Cinema
Makeup + Hair: Triple Twist Makeup & Hair Design
Music / DJ: Spintronix
Catering: Small Thyme Cafe
Floral & Event Design: Events by Ideal
Nikki contacted us from the East Coast to book her wedding hair and makeup for her ceremony at City Hall in San Francisco. We met at the luxurious Stanford Court Renaissance Hotel in the morning and worked with her lovely flower girls and attendees. Thanks for having us Nikki, you were amazing!
Photos courtesy of Lauri Levenfeld of Zoom Photography. Enjoy!
Mei and Nikki getting ready at the Stanford Court bridal suite:
Natural, light beauty makeup and hair for the flower girls:
In late 2009, we collaborated with international wedding photographer Henry Chen at Lulu and Ken’s wedding at the Shakespeare Garden in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco. Henry is in high demand — when he is not shooting for the NBA, he is shooting weddings and special events all over the globe. Below are some of the memories from their beautiful wedding in the Bay Area. Thanks to Lulu and Ken for such an memorable wedding!
Ryann attended her bridal trial this week, and we just loved the style she chose. Half-up, half-down updo with a gorgeous veil.
Featured bridal trial! You look amazing Ryann!
Featured bridal trial! You look amazing Ryann!
Dara, her mother, and her sister scheduled makeup and hair trials for Dara’s wedding at Stern Grove in San Francisco.
We had a blast shooting the trial photography at her makeup trial at our studio in San Francisco.
Photography and Makeup by Triple Twist
And on to the wedding:
Thanks to the very talented wedding photographer Lindsey Cahill for these amazing, vintage wedding shots at Stern Grove, San Francisco.
Congratulations to Judy on a wonderful tea ceremony and wedding in Marin. It was an honor to work with you and your party.
And kudos to Kevin Wong of W Photography for these captivating shots at the Marin Art and Garden Center in Ross, California.
April was interested in a soft, natural look for her wedding, with Mei’s famous ‘loose curls’ hair style.
Soft, Natural Makeup with Wavy, Loose Curls (by Mei)
Makeup+Hair: tripletwist.com, Photo: Mariea Rummel
Makeup+Hair: tripletwist.com, Photo: Mariea Rummel
Makeup+Hair: tripletwist.com, Photo: Mariea Rummel
Makeup+Hair: tripletwist.com, Photo: Mariea Rummel
What a view!
Thanks to Mariea Rummel for sending over these great shots of Jenna from her San Francisco wedding. Jenna was all smiles as we got ready at the Intercontinental Hotel in San Francisco.
While the Bay to Breakers was taking place right outside our studio, we had a blast with Veena for her pre-wedding makeup and hair for her photo session at the Civic Center! Thank you Veena!
L-R: Mei, Bride. Red carpet treatment on a secluded beach near Princeville, Kauai.
I traveled to Kauai, Hawaii in March 2009 for a wedding on a secluded beach. I was booked for the entire day for touch-up services, which ended up being a great move. Beaches tend to have a breeze, and right after the ceremony there was short, light rain that passed (it was so romantic!). I was able to adjust the bride’s hair and do quick touch-ups between the rain drops.
Because I am experienced with both hair and makeup, only one person is needed on your wedding day for these personal services.
I’m proud to say that my services are not limited to just makeup and hair design. When you choose my day packages and touch-up services, you are getting a personal beauty designer for the entire day. I am aware of the surroundings and the photographer, and I make quick in-and-out adjustments to your hair and makeup so you stay looking your best.
Touch-up services are a luxury you will not regret. Contact me here to schedule services for your destination wedding or beach wedding.