Gianna D'Alesio

Professional Makeup Artist

A professional makeup artist based in the Chicago suburbs, specializing in bridal, special occasion, and photography makeup. She’s known for creating personalized and unforgettable beauty experiences that leave her clients feeling confident, radiant, and completely themselves—from the first photo to the last dance.

Let her be your go-to girl for all things glam!

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The perfect Mother of the Bride makeup look that enhances her natural features and makes her softly glam for her daughter’s special day! 😍💕

#motherofthebride #motherofthebridemakeup #softglam #neautralmakeup #summerwedding #2025wedding #junewedding #makraymemorialgolfclub

A soft pink, romantic glam for the perfect bridesmaid glow 💖🎀

Key products used:
@charlottetilbury Pillow Talk Eyeshadow Quad & Beautiful Skin Foundation
@rarebeauty liquid blush in Hope
@hourglasscosmetics Ambient bronzer & powders
@tartecosmetics Maracuja Lip Cream in Mauve

Hair by: @hairbyjessicareczek

#bridesmaidmakeup #softpinkmakeup #bridalmakeup #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #barringtonmakeupartist #makraymemorialgolfclub #golfclubwedding #summerwedding #2026bride #futurebride

The gorgeous bride, Emma! 💍🤍✨

#chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #softglam #bridalmakeup #weddingdaymakeup #makeupartist #2025bride #weddingmakeup

Soft, glowy, and effortlessly radiant, just how bridesmaid glam should be 👏🏼✨😍

Key products:
@charlottetilbury flawless filter
@natashadenonabeauty concealer
@narsissist Laguna bronzer & orgasm blush
@hourglasscosmetics ambient powder for glow
@patrickta eyeshadows

Hair by: @vernslabyrinth @outspokenhairco

#bridesmaidmakeup #summerwedding #glowmakeup #softglam #bridalmakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #softglamartist

From ‘Yes’ to ‘I Do’, you deserve to feel flawless every step of the way. Bridal shower, bachelorette, rehearsal dinner, and of course the big day! Let’s make sure your makeup is as unforgettable as the moments you’re celebrating 🫶🏻 Add on makeup services for all your bridal events! 💍✨

Bride to be: @angela_scialabba21
Hair by: @stephanie_dominique_
Makeup by: @makeupby_giannad

My radiant & stunning bride, Izabel! 👰🏻‍♀️💍🤍🥂

#idelwildcountryclub #bride #bridalmakeup #weddingday #junewedding #weddingdaymakeup #bridalmakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #softglamartist

To all the beautiful moms of the bride & groom: I see you. 💖
Nervous, emotional, and wanting to look your best for your child’s big day, without feeling overdone. My goal? To make you feel like you, just elevated, radiant, and confident. I’ve got you every step of the way. 🫶🏻
Anyone who is receiving makeup on the wedding day is welcome to book a trial with me to make sure they love their look and feel confident on the wedding day! ✨

#motherofthegroom #motherofthebride #mob #mog #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #softglam

Peachy pink soft glam for the sister of the bride 🧡🩷

#sisterofthebride #bridesmaid #bridesmaidmakeup #bridalmakeup #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #softglam #weddingdaymakeup #2025wedding #2026wedding

The perfect girly & glowy makeup look for a gorgeous spring wedding 💐🌻🌹🌸

Hair: @erinsmithbeautycreations
Makeup: @makeupby_giannad
Venue: @villaolivia_banquets

#springweddingmakeup #softglammakeup #matronofhonor #maidofhonor #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #villaoliviacountryclub #maywedding #2025wedding #2026weddings

The gorgeous & glam bride, Abby! 💍🤍😍

Hair: @erinsmithbeautycreations
Makeup: @makeupby_giannad

#chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #fullglam #bridesmaidmakeup #bridalmakeup #makeupartist #weddingdaymakeup #maywedding #maybride #2025bride #2026bride

The perfect look for someone who doesn’t wear a lot of makeup regularly but still wants to feel done up! 😍💛

#bridesmaidmakeup #softmakeup #chicagowedding #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #softglamartist #weddinghair #weddingmakeupartist

Wedding season has begun! 👏🏼🎉
Need inspiration for your next glam session?
How about this soft, glowy glam ✨😍

#chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #softglam #bridesmaidmakeup #weddingdaymakeup #makeupinspiration

The gorgeous bride, Zo!👰🏻‍♀️💍🤍😍

Hair by: @that_hair_paige

#bride #maybride #bridalmakeup #bridalhair #bridalmakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #chicagowedding #2025bride #2026bride

Soft & glowy glam ✨ — customized soft glam that’s perfect for any special occasion and any age 💖

#makeup #bridesmaidmakeup #bridalmakeup #softglam #bridalmakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #weddingmakeupartist

It’s true what they say about that wedding day glow..😍✨
Such a honor being a part of my stunning bride, @alexnbrady special day!! 🥰🫶🏻

#chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #softglam #bridalmakeup #weddingdaymakeup #2025bride #2026bride #fishermensinnelburnwedding

A little full glam moment for this gorgeous bridesmaid 😍❤️‍🔥

Hair by: @outspokenhairco 😍

Key products:
@charlottetilbury airbrush full coverage foundation
@maccosmetics whirl liner
@narsissist Laguna bronzer
@rarebeauty blushes (mixed
@lauramercier highlight
@benefitcosmetics brow pencil and gel
@toofaced natural nudes palette

#bridesmaidmakeup #bridalmakeup #chicagowedding #maywedding #hairandmakeup #makeupinspo #fullglam #softglam #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #intercontinentalchicago #chicagowinery

Maid of Honor reporting for duty with this soft, peachy glam 🫡💖😍

Hair by: @outspokenhairco

Key products used:
@toofaced natural nudes palette
@charlottetilbury Hollywood flawless filter & pillow talk liner & lipstick
@benefitcosmetics hoola light bronzer
@ardellbeauty 420 naked lashes
@patricktabeauty blushes (mixed)
@kosas concealer

#bridesmaid #maidofhonor #maidofhonormakeup #officiant #bridalmakeup #bridalmakeupandhair #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #softglam #peachypinkmakeup

The gorgeous bride, Jenna! 💍😍

Hair by: @outspokenhairco @vernslabyrinth
Makeup by: @makeupby_giannad

Key products:
@charlottetilbury airbrush full coverage foundation & iconic nude lip liner
@rarebeauty liquid blush
@nars Laguna bronzer
@soldejaneiro body glow
@benefitcosmetics

#makeupartist #bridalmakeup #maywedding #2025bride #chicagowedding #chicagowinery #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #softglam #bridalmakeupartist #makeupbygianna

Makeup on the gorgeous & radiant, @ughhhleeki 😍✨💛

For the @randa.rose fashion runway show @divanchicago 👏🏼

#runwayshow #fashionshow #makeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #makeupfordeepskin #goldenmakeup #glowymakeup #fashionmakeup #runwaymakeup

Adding fashion makeup artist to my resume ASAP!! 💃🏻😍

Had the absolute pleasure to be invited to the @randa.rose show at @divanchicago to glam some gorgeous women! More pics & videos to come 🫶🏻

Model: @i3arxx
Designer: @randa.rose
Photographers: @ac_photography_chicago & @thecaptainkrunk
MUA: @makeupby_giannad

#randarose #divanchicago #fashion #fashionmodels #fashionshow #makeup #fashionmakeup #fashionshowmakeupartist #chicago #runwayshow

Want that lit from within glow? Use this as your inspiration picture ✨🤭

Assisting @katebrettbrides
#bridesmaidmakeup #bridalmakeup #weddingdaymakeup #glowymakeup #litfromwithin #springwedding #2025wedding #softglam #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist

Glowy skin + a matte eye = the perfect balance of radiant and refined ✨😍

Assisting @katebrettbrides
#bridesmaidmakeup #softmatte #weddingday #glowyskin #softglam #beforeandafter #bridalmakeup #bridalmakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #weddingmakeup

This neutral soft glam is the best way to look and feel like yourself but enhanced! Great for any age & special occasion 💖

Ready to book your bridal makeup services?? Visit my website for more details on my services and to inquire! 2026 is starting to book up so don’t wait to secure your bridal makeup artist!! 💍

Makeupbygianna.com

#motherofthegroom #bridalmakeup #bridalmakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #weddingdaymakeup #makeupbygianna #motherofthegroommakeup #motherofthebridemakeup

There is something about that wedding day glow.. ✨

My bride, @francescatort22 sent me her wedding photos and I am obsessed!!! Isn’t she gorgeous?!?😍😍

Photos by: @redbarnweddingstudio
Makeup by: @makeupby_giannad

#bridalmakeupartist #weddingmakeup #2025bride #marchwedding #schaumburg #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #schaumburgmakeupartist #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist #bride #weddingday

Soft and glowy bridesmaid glam ✨

Key products used:
@charlottetilbury beautiful skin foundation mixed with flawless filter for extra glow
@tartecosmetics blush tape in pink glow
@hourglasscosmetics setting powder & highlighter
@toofaced born this way natural nudes palette
@patricktabeauty major dimensions 3 palette
@charlottetilbury pillow talk lip liner & pillow talk lipstick
@maybelline lifter gloss in shade moon

#bridalmakeupartist #bridesmaidmakeup #itascamakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #softglam #glowymakeuplook #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist #weddingdaymakeup

Love this makeup look? Here’s how to request it 🩵

- soft smokey eye with light neutral tones such a beige and soft grey shadow. Light champagne shimmer on the lid with a black gel liner on the top lash line.
- use lashes that have more of a cat eye effect but still natural looking.
- medium coverage foundation with a natural glow finish
- soft on the bronzer, blush and highlight
- light pink lips with a gloss

Save this for your next makeup inspiration! 💎✨

#bridesmaidmakeup #bridalmakeup #bridalmakeupartist #weddingmakeup #maidofhonormakeup #sisterofthebride #itascacountryclub #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist #itascamakeupartist

My gorg client, Kelsey! ✨😍

Truly means so much to me when my clients refer and rebook with me!! Thank you x1000 🫶🏻🫶🏻

#specialeventmakeup #weddingguestmakeup #softglam #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist

The absolutely gorgeous bride, Michele! 👰🏻‍♀️💍🤍🥂

So honored to have been a part of your special day!! 🫶🏻

#itascacountryclubwedding #bride #bridalmakeup #2025bride #softglam #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist #itascamakeupartist #bridalmakeupartists #countryclubwedding

This is your sign to get your makeup done for your next date night like my client, Nadia did! Doesn’t she look so radiant and pretty?!? 😍💖💄💐

#datenightmakeup #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #softglam #makeupartist #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist

Made those blue eyes POP 🦋💙

#bridesmaidmakeup #makeupforblueeyes #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #weddingmakeup #softglam #softwing #glowymakeup #bridalmakeupartist

Getting your makeup done professionally doesn’t mean it has to be full glam makeup. This soft glam look will enhance your natural features but still look and feel softly glam in person and in photos ✨

Now booking 2025 (limited dates) and 2026 weddings & events! Inquire on my website makeupbygianna.com 💌

#bridesmaidmakeup #bridalmakeup #bridalmakeupartists #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #westloopchicago #marchwedding #softglammakeup #neutralmakeup

Reunited with my gorgeous & sweet 2023 bride yesterday and I couldn’t be happier! 💖

Thank you to everyone who refers me and continues to book with me! I wouldn’t have this amazing job without you all! 🫶🏻

Booked by @alyssalynnmakeup
#bridalmakeupartist #bridesmaidmakeup #marchwedding #chicagowedding #softglam #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #weddingdaymakeup

The beautiful bride, Francesca!👰🏼‍♀️💍💒

Key products used:
@toofaced born this way natural nudes palette
@charlottetilbury beautiful skin foundation
@rarebeauty bronzer skin in happy sol & liquid blush in hope
@sephoracollection powder blush in shade # 51
@narsissist Laguna 02 bronzer
@ardellbeauty naked lashes
@clinique black honey lipstick
@benefitcosmetics brow setter & pencil

#bridalmakeupartist #2025bride #bridalmakeup #softglambridalmakeup #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #schaumburgmakeupartist #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist

A pop of purple & winged liner.. the perfect combo for your next special event 🤌🏼💜

(Pics taken prior to lip color)
#makeupartist #specialeventmakeup #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #arlingtonheightsmakeupartist #downtownarlingtonheights

Soft glam at its finest!😍🤌🏼

#softglammakeup #makeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #specialeventmakeup #galamakeup #debutantball

From the summer archives ✨😍

#summerwedding #bridesmaid #bridesmaidmakeup #bridesmaidhair #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #softglam #makeupartist #weddingdaymakeup #redhead #redheadmakeup

There is something so special about doing makeup on your past bride again for their next special event 💖🥹

#makeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #specialeventmakeup #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #hoffmanestates #elkgrovevillage

Makeup that looks & feels like you but ✨enhanced✨

Assisting @__beautybydaniela__
#chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #bridesmaidmakeup #softglam #bridalmakeup #makeupartist #weddingdaymakeup #weddingmakeup #februarywedding #winterweddingmakeup #arlingtonheightsillinois

In need of some glowy & bronzed makeup during these winter months ☀️🌴

Who else is ready for some warm weather to come our way?? 🙏

#makeupartist #summermakeup #bridalmakeup #bridesmaidmakeup #wisconsinmakeupartist #lakegenveamakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #summerweddingmakeup #bronzemakeup #glowymakeup

There is just something about that wedding day glow..✨👰🏻‍♀️🤩

📸: @kayleennyshellphotography
Gorgeous bride: @rachelannehutka
💄: @makeupby_giannad

This one is for the bridesmaids ❤️‍🔥😍👏🏼
Whether you are a natural girl or full glam, having your makeup done as a bridesmaid will have you feeling so special and done-up!
Each bridesmaid will have their makeup customized to their needs and desires to ensure you look and feel your best to stand beside the happy couple!! ✨

📸: @hayleynicolephoto
👰🏻‍♀️: @eks0609
Makeup: @makeupby_giannad
Hair: @rossbrides
Venue: @hotelindigonaperville

#bridesmaidmakeup #bridalmakeup #hotelindigonaperville #napervilleillinois #2025bridesmaids #2025bride #bridetobe #fallwedding #octoberwedding #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #napervillemakeupartist

Hey 2025 brides!! 👋🏼😍
This is your year to look and feel like your best self! Why limit that to just your wedding day?? Get your makeup done for all your special events like your bridal shower, bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, & even your dress fittings! ❤️‍🔥

If you are a 2025 or 2026 bride who has not booked their bridal makeup artist, look no further 🖤
Book now!
💻Makeupbygianna.com
📧 makeupbygiannad@gmail.com

#bridetobe #2025bride #bridalshowermakeup #softglammakeup #weddingmakeuptrial #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist #bridamakeupartist #2025weddings #2025weddingtrends #2025makeup

Girl mom loading… 😍🎀👩🏼‍🍼💗🍼

#babyshowermakeup #girlmom #makeupartist #specialoccasionmakeup #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #softglam #elkgrovevillagmakeup

Had the one of the most rewarding makeup lesson experiences with this bride to be this weekend! She wanted to learn how to do her own bridal makeup for her upcoming wedding so we went over proper techniques, tried new products, and ensured she was comfortable with recreating this look on her big day! 💍

Can you even tell who did either side of her face? 🤭

Bronzy soft glam for her maternity shoot! ✨💗🍼👶🏼

Whatever occasion you have, get glammed to look and feel your best 🖤 inquire on my website makeupbygianna.com (🔗 in bio)

#makeup #bronzemakeup #softglam #materintyshoot #photoshootmakeup #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #bridalmakeupartist #specialoccasionmakeup

Soft & girly for your engagement shoot is the way to go 💗💍🎀👰🏼‍♀️

Bride to be: @stephanie.smelser
#2025bride #chicagobride #illinoisbride #bridalmakeup #engagement #engagementmakeup #2025engagement #bridalmakeupartist #chicagomakeupartist #elkgrovevillagemakeupartist #makeupbygianna #softglam #pinkmakeup #softmakeup #girlymakeup

Let’s kick off 2025 with some natural glowy makeup ✨😍

Get your skin in tip top shape with a great skin care routine and help from an Esthetician for all your upcoming weddings & events ✨

Here are some tips to get your skin care routine started:
• always remove makeup before bed 🫧
• wear your SPF (even in the winter months)☀️
• get a professional facial & dermaplaning!
(Removing dead skin and hair from the face = a
smoother makeup application!) 🧖🏻‍♀️
— go see my girl @skinby_syd for all your facial and skincare needs 🫶🏻

#2025bride #2025wedding #2025chicagobride #chicagobride #bridetobe #bridalmakeup #bridesofchicago #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #skincare #bridalskincare

2024, what an amazing year you have been 🖤

There is still so much growing, learning, and living to be done and I cannot wait to see what 2025 has in store✨

To all of my 2025 brides, I’ll see you all real soon 🫶🏻

Have an amazing new year ahead! 🌠

Ended the 2024 wedding season with some blushed & glowy natural glam ✨

Booked by @fearlessandbella
#weddingmakeup #bridesmaidmakeup #weddingseason #chicagowedding #2024wedding #chicago #glowymakeup #bridalmakeup #chicagomakeupartist #illinoismakeupartist #thedrakehotel #thedrakechicago

Soft wedding guest glam for my girly, Sydney 😍🤎

When I was just a teenager, not knowing my footing yet, Sydney always lifted me up and believed in me. So many years later, she still supports me and refers me to others which makes my heart so happy to know such amazing people like her.

To all of my clients and brides, this is your girly for all things Esthetics! Get your skin glowing for your next event (especially for your wedding!) by seeing Syd @skinby_syd ! I promise you won’t be disappointed 🫶🏻

Hair: @styles_by_eva_marie
Spray tan: @gloupchicago

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Gianna D'Alesio

Professional Makeup Artist

Follow me on Instagram to see all of the beautiful faces I get to glam

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