Meet the Team
Juanita D.
Beauty expert and founder Juanita D. has had a life-long drive to serve and uplift women in both her professional and creative endeavors.
She first fell in love with the beauty industry as a model. Juanita has graced the runway for New York Fashion Week and has been featured in fashion editorials for magazines such as PUMP Magazine among others.
As a former model in addition to the rise of beauty influencers Juanita became curious about the work makeup artists did and decided to take classes.
In 2015, Juanita entered the beauty industry as a makeup artist and has since carefully honed and mastered her technique. She is a licensed cosmetologist and has been trained by master artists in the industry. Juanita is Dress Your Face Certified being trained one-on-one with world-renowned beauty mogul Tamanna Roashan. She is a graduate of the prestigious Pink Orchid Studio and has received training from celebrity master stylist Senada Kanaki Ceka. Her signature style is a glamorous eye and natural face.
When she’s not managing bridal parties she can be found showcasing travel inspiration on her blog. Juanita serves as an editor at Brown Girl Magazine and is a full-time wealth manager in New York City.
Lauren
Senior artist Lauren adds a unique blend of artistry and personality to the Glamorous by Juanita team. By day Lauren keeps our city safe while switching to a more creative role as makeup artist at GBJ. Lauren has been in the beauty industry for over 10 years. Her style can be described as clean and natural. As a professional in law enforcement Lauren brings an ease and attentiveness that is important for brides on their big day. It is no secret that wedding day events are high energy and filled with buzz. When she’s not glamming brides Lauren enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband and two sons.
Louie
Senior artist Louie was born in Shanghai, China and raised in Tokyo, Japan. Louie fell in love with makeup at an early age. At 20 she moved to New York to pursue her love of makeup. She enrolled in Makeup Designory School and quickly built resume in fashion and editorial makeup artist. Louie’s work has been featured in various publications such as PUMP Fashion Magazine, Lewis Magazine, and Vogue Italia’s PhotoVogue. She currently resides in Brooklyn. When she’s not behind the brush, you can catch Louie running to keep up with the newest gem in her life, her daughter Luna.
Natalia
Natalia discovered her love of makeup at the age of 16. Over the past 10 years she has trained and perfected her technique. She has worked in several New York Fashion Week show and has and done extensive bridal work. Balancing her artistic love, creativity, and professionalism she has found her calling in transforming brides on their special day. Natalia prides herself on creating bridal looks that will be translated into lifetime memories for her clients. She is a beauty educator in training and enjoys reading and horseback riding in her spare time.