Makeup Mishaps to Wedding Dress Boundaries with Kendra Matthies

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This week on Here Comes the Drama, Christa sits down with bridal makeup artist and TikTok sensation Kendra Matthies to unpack the high-stakes dynamics of wedding planning. With nearly a decade in the bridal industry and over a million TikTok followers, Kendra shares jaw-dropping stories from her experience—like the time a mother of the bride turned a makeup trial into a full-blown meltdown.

Together, they tackle hot takes like whether parents should have control over a wedding when they’re paying, plus tips for setting boundaries while keeping the peace. Kendra also shares insights into bridal trends, must-haves, and what she wishes she did differently on her big day. 

This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Tune in now for the laughs, the lessons, and maybe even a few tears.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Kendra's journey from casual TikTok creator to bridal makeup artist with over a million followers
• A jaw-dropping wedding day story involving a difficult mother of the bride
• The importance of setting boundaries as a wedding vendor and maintaining professionalism
• Hot takes on plus-ones, engagement parties, and modern bridal trends
• How to handle unsolicited opinions during wedding planning
• Kendra’s advice for aspiring makeup artists in the bridal industry
• Discussion on body image challenges and harmful wedding industry standards
• A sneak peek at Kendra’s upcoming teaching events at beauty shows

About Kendra

Kendra Matthies is a licensed Esthetician and professional Makeup Artist with over six years of experience in the beauty industry. Trained at the Multimedia Makeup Academy in Troy, MI, Kendra has built a thriving bridal makeup business in Michigan, where she specializes in making her clients feel confident and radiant on their big day.

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• Youtube

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