Best of Edina 2026: WPI Beauty Best Bridal Hair & Makeup
There are awards that feel exciting, and then there are awards that feel personal. This one is both.
We are deeply grateful to share that WarPaint International Beauty Agency, also known as WPI Beauty, was voted Best Bridal Hair and Makeup in Edina Magazine’s Best of Edina 2026 readers’ poll. To every reader who nominated us, voted for us, recommended us, and cheered us on, thank you. Being recognized by the community in a readers’ choice format means a great deal to our team because it reflects real experiences, real trust, and real relationships built over time.
Earlier this year, Edina Magazine announced finalists in March, with winners revealed in the July issue after community voting. We were honored to be part of that process, and we are even more honored to celebrate this win with the couples, families, planners, photographers, and creative partners who have welcomed us into so many meaningful moments.
Best Bridal Hair and Makeup in Edina 2026
Winning this category is special because wedding beauty is never just about a finished look. It is about how a bride feels when she sees herself in the mirror. It is about calm energy in the getting-ready suite. It is about artists who arrive prepared, listen closely, keep the timeline moving, and create hair and makeup that still feels like you.
WPI Beauty Artisan Mia doing makeup at a wedding in the Twin Cities
That is the standard we hold ourselves to on every wedding day.
We also want to say thank you in a way that feels as genuine as this recognition itself. Our work is built on trust, and that trust comes from many directions.
Every reader who nominated and voted
Our brides and bridal parties: thank you for inviting us into one of the biggest days of your lives
Our artist team: thank you for your talent, consistency, warmth, and professionalism
Wedding planners, photographers, and venues
Edina Magazine: thank you for celebrating local businesses through a community-driven award
This win also arrives during a year that has already been meaningful for our team. In 2026, WarPaint International was also recognized with The Knot Best of Weddings and WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Awards, honors tied to verified reviews from real couples. We do not take that lightly. Awards are encouraging, but the real foundation is the day-to-day work of serving people well.
Why This Edina Bridal Hair and Makeup Award Matters to WarPaint International
Since 2010, we have had the privilege of serving thousands of clients. Weddings remain at the heart of our story, and this recognition strengthens what we have worked to become: a trusted, on-site beauty team for brides across Edina, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the wider Twin Cities.
Our focus has always been service first. Great bridal hair and makeup requires artistry, yes, but it also requires logistics, communication, timing, adaptability, and poise. A wedding morning can be emotional, fast-moving, joyful, and full of small surprises. We believe beauty teams should bring both creative skill and a steady presence.
That same standard shapes every service we offer, not only wedding work. While this award celebrates our bridal specialty, many clients first meet us through another occasion and then return for life’s next event. That is one of the best parts of what we do.
On-site bridal hair and makeup
Corporate events: polished beauty support for leadership teams, brand shoots, conferences, and on-camera appearances
Makeup lessons: personalized guidance for everyday routines, product use, and technique
Beauty bars and parties
Celebrity hair and makeup: experienced artistry for public appearances, media, and high-visibility events
Life events and nights out: beauty for galas, anniversaries, portraits, and celebrations of every kind
We want WarPaint International Beauty Agency to be the first name people think of when they need refined, reliable, on-site beauty services in the Twin Cities, particularly when searching for talented twin cities makeup artists. This award tells us that readers see that commitment, and that gives us even more energy for the season ahead.
Edina Wedding Vendor Winners Couples Should Know
One of the things we appreciate most about local readers’ polls is how they spotlight the full wedding community, not just one service category. A beautiful wedding is always collaborative. Hair and makeup matters. So do flowers, fashion, rings, formalwear, and the setting where the day unfolds.
Below is a quick roundup of wedding-related winners couples may want to keep on their radar as they plan in Edina and the Twin Cities.
Best Bridal Shop Winner for Edina Weddings
A strong bridal shop shapes the tone of the planning process early, and Flutter Bridal Co. has earned a lot of attention for good reason. Their approach feels curated and intentional, which matters for brides who want an appointment experience that feels focused rather than overwhelming.
From our side of the wedding morning, we know how much the gown influences the beauty direction. Neckline, silhouette, fabric, and overall mood all help guide hair and makeup choices. A bridal shop that helps a bride clarify her style makes every later decision easier, and that ripple effect is real.
Best Florist Winner for Edina Weddings
Flowers change a room instantly. They soften spaces, define color palettes, and bring movement and texture into a wedding design. Bachman’s has long been part of the Twin Cities conversation around florals, plants, seasonal beauty, and event style, which makes this recognition easy to appreciate.
We often see how floral choices influence beauty details. A loose garden bouquet might call for softer texture in the hair. A clean, tailored floral look may pair beautifully with a sleek bun and precise makeup. When each visual element feels connected, the whole day photographs with more clarity and confidence.
Best Jeweler Winner for Edina Weddings
A wedding look is built around details, and no detail is more symbolic than the ring. R.F. Moeller Jeweler stands out as a familiar name for engagement rings, wedding bands, and fine jewelry in the Twin Cities.
Jewelry also plays a bigger visual role than many people expect. Earrings frame the face. Necklaces interact with necklines. Bracelet choices affect hand and detail photography. When brides choose pieces that feel true to their personal style, the final beauty look feels more complete and less costume-like.
Best Men’s Formalwear Winner for Edina Weddings
Great wedding style is never only about the bride. The groom and wedding party set a tone too, and Milbern Clothing has a strong reputation for sharp menswear and formal dressing in the Edina area.
A well-fitted suit or tuxedo changes the energy of portraits, ceremony presentation, and the overall visual balance of the wedding party. It also helps hair and makeup choices make more sense as part of the larger aesthetic. When everyone looks cohesive without looking identical, especially with the help of the best wedding makeup artists in Minneapolis, the day feels polished in the best way.
Best Wedding Venue Winner for Edina Weddings
The venue influences almost everything: timeline, lighting, logistics, photography flow, guest experience, and the pace of the morning. The Westin Edina Galleria offers a setting that many couples value for its sophistication and convenience.
From a beauty team perspective, venue quality matters more than people may realize. Good getting-ready space, natural light, helpful staff, and an organized event environment all support a better experience for the couple. When the venue team is strong, everyone working that day can do their job more effectively.
Wedding Party Makeup by WPI Artisan Paulina
What Couples Can Expect From Our Twin Cities On-Site Beauty Team
Recognition is meaningful, but what matters most is what couples experience after they reach out. Our job is to make beauty planning feel clear, organized, and reassuring from the first inquiry to the last touch-up.
We believe bridal beauty should be polished, camera-ready, long-lasting, and still personal. No one wants to feel overdone. No one wants to feel unlike themselves. Our artists work to create looks that hold up beautifully in person, in portraits, and across a full wedding day while still feeling comfortable and authentic.
We also bring that same mindset to our non-bridal work across the Twin Cities. Corporate events, professional shoots, red carpet moments, beauty lessons, private parties, milestone celebrations, and nights on the town all benefit from artists who know how to read the room, prepare thoughtfully, and deliver consistently.
If you voted for us, referred us, booked us, or simply followed along and encouraged our team, thank you again. And if you are building your wedding vendor list in Edina or anywhere in the Twin Cities, we hope this roundup helps you connect with talented local businesses while giving you a clear sense of what we stand for at WarPaint International: beautiful results, dependable service, and care that people can feel.
WarPaint International voted “Best Bridal Hair & Makeup” Edina Magazine