Port Stephens Weddings

Bridal Hair and Makeup Nelson Bay

18+Years of Experience

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Nelson Bay brides book Bellus for mobile bridal hair and makeup at the marina end of Port Stephens. Amanda Frost arrives at your apartment, resort room or hire house with the full kit, so the morning runs on your schedule and not a salon's. Nelson Bay carries the Port Stephens travel fee, and trials are held at the Cameron Park studio.

Close by

  • Nelson Bay marina
  • Zenith Beach
  • Tomaree Head
Travel
A $150 to $200 travel fee applies to the Port Stephens region, confirmed with your quote. Everything else is priced the same as a Newcastle booking.
Bride, hair and makeup
$320. Bridesmaids $300, mothers $130 for makeup, flower girls from $60.
Party size
Bridal parties of 3 to 14 people, built into one timeline.
Foundation
Traditional or airbrush, included either way. False lashes always.
To hold a date
A $300 deposit. Saturdays in spring and autumn go 12 to 18 months out.

Mobile bridal artist serving Nelson Bay and surrounding areas

Nelson Bay is the heart of Port Stephens - a place of sparkling harbour water, gentle sea breezes, and that wonderful holiday-town energy that makes weddings here feel truly special. I travel to Nelson Bay for bridal appointments regularly, arriving at your marina-view apartment, resort room, or coastal hire house ready to help you look and feel completely extraordinary for the day ahead. Everything comes to you, your only job on your wedding morning is to enjoy it.

Mobile Bridal Services

Mobile Bridal Services in Nelson Bay

I offer a complete mobile bridal hair and bridal makeup service for Nelson Bay brides. From pre-wedding trials through to the big day, every look is designed to suit your style and the beautiful coastal setting. I use coast-appropriate formulas and long-wearing techniques so your makeup and hair stay flawless through the harbour ceremony, the afternoon celebrations, and right through to sunset.

Nelson Bay Wedding Venues

Venues and Areas Amanda Covers Near Nelson Bay

  • D’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay, beautiful working waterfront with stunning harbour ceremony backdrops
  • Anchorage Port Stephens, Corlette (10 min), luxury marina resort for an elevated, full-service celebration
  • Shoal Bay Resort & Spa (15 min), absolute beachfront resort with world-class facilities
  • Zenith Beach Pavilion, intimate clifftop ceremony space above one of Port Stephens’ best beaches
  • Port Stephens Golf & Country Club, Salt Ash (20 min), manicured grounds and beautiful views
  • Nelson Bay marina hire properties, private holiday homes and apartments with harbour views are a popular choice

Why Bellus

Why Brides in Nelson Bay Choose Bellus

  • I travel to Nelson Bay and every corner of Port Stephens - Shoal Bay, Anna Bay, Corlette, Fingal Bay, with everything I need, so your morning location is never a concern.
  • My professional kit is fully mobile and built for coastal conditions. The products I use are specifically chosen to hold beautifully in sea air, summer heat, and the strong natural light of a harbour setting.
  • With 18+ years of bridal experience including many Port Stephens celebrations, I bring the skills and the calm confidence that every bride deserves on her wedding morning.
  • Nelson Bay weddings have a wonderful laid-back magic to them, and I love being part of that. Expect a relaxed, joyful morning, I bring the good energy every time.
  • Check out my google reviews for wedding hair and makeup in Nelson Bay here.

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Ready to Book Your Nelson Bay Wedding?

Planning a Nelson Bay wedding? Send me a message, I’d love to hear all about your day and be part of it.

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Or call Amanda directly: 0402 905 765

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Also serving the suburbs around the bay

Amanda covers all of Port Stephens, Corlette and Fingal Bay included. The travel fee is itemised in your quote before you book.

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Nelson Bay questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does hair and makeup cost for a Nelson Bay wedding?

Bridal hair is $160 and bridal makeup is $160, so the bride is $320 for both. Bridesmaids are $150 for hair and $150 for makeup, mothers of the bride and groom are $130 for makeup, and flower girls start at $60. Nelson Bay is a Port Stephens booking, so a $150 to $200 travel fee is added and itemised in your quote, whether you are at the marina or in a harbour-view rental. Trials are $150 each at my Cameron Park studio and a $300 deposit holds your date.

Do you travel to Nelson Bay for weddings?

Yes, Nelson Bay and the wider Port Stephens area are regular destinations for me. A travel fee applies for the distance from Cameron Park and will be confirmed in your quote when you get in touch.

How far in advance should I book for a Nelson Bay wedding?

12 to 18 months ahead is ideal, particularly for summer Saturdays when Nelson Bay is at its most popular. Port Stephens venues book quickly, I'd recommend reaching out as soon as you have your date.

Do you offer bridal party packages for Nelson Bay weddings?

Absolutely, I love a full bridal party morning by the bay! Whether it's two people or ten, share your numbers when you enquire and I'll put together a tailored package for you.