ON LOCATION MAKEUP + HAIR

POLISHED MAKEUP AND HAIR THAT STILL FEELS LIKE YOU.

Tabslookbook is centered on enhancing your features in a way that feels polished, effortless, and true to you.

Think natural, timeless glam. Glowy skin, soft definition, nothing heavy or overdone. A look that feels seamless, photographs beautifully, and still feels like you.

From the moment you sit in my chair, the focus is on creating a calm, organized experience so you can fully enjoy the moment you’re getting ready for.

Whether it’s your wedding day or a special event, the goal is always the same.

To feel confident, comfortable, and completely yourself.

THE SERVICES

SERVICES

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BRIDAL

EVENT

VIEW EVENT SERVICES

VIEW BRIDAL SERVICES

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A makeup artist applying eye makeup to a woman with closed eyes. Natural bridal hair and makeup by Northern New Jersey artist Tabitha Gessling

HI, I’M TABITHA,

YOUR MAKEUP ARTIST!

I’m a New Jersey based makeup artist specializing in natural, timeless glam for both bridal and special events.

With a background in makeup artistry and beauty marketing, I take a detail focused, personalized approach to every client. My goal is always the same. To enhance your features in a way that feels polished, effortless, and true to you.

Whether you’re getting ready for your wedding day or another meaningful moment, I’m here to create an experience that feels seamless, calm, and genuinely enjoyable from start to finish.

Meet Tabitha

Past Client Experiences

“Tabitha is one of the sweetest people you’ll meet. When it comes to your wedding day , you want to go with the best of the best. She was SO accommodating, even with all my last minute switch ups, and did an incredible job. She is so kind and experienced in the art of makeup and truly took her time to make sure I was comfortable. I would strongly recommend her for your big day!”

-Sumaiya

Oooooooh, I cannot .. can NOT rave enough about this talented young lady. From beginning to end, she was absolutely professional and wonderful. I sent her a couple of inspo pictures, we had a trial to get a feel for what could work, and what might not.

Day of my wedding, she made me look absolutely flawless and beautiful. Mind you .. we went a different direction than originally discussed at the trial. She was able to adjust and accommodate on the fly. And thia makeup and hair stayed put for an OUTDOOR August wedding. That is NO easy feat.

She went above and beyond, too. Getting hair extension clips to help with my limp sad hair, a little personal bag with brand new makeup to bring with me for touch ups, and the absolute SWEETEST note of thanks.

I could not reccomend her enough for hair and makeup for any special event. LOVE LOVE LOVE

-Lisa

“Tabitha did my makeup for my engagement party and did such an amazing job! She is definitely someone you can trust for your special day. When it came to doing my makeup, she knew exactly what products to use for my skin type, and made me look and feel so beautiful. She showed me the progress as she went through the different steps of the makeup to make sure I was happy with everything. She is someone who is very experienced and trustworthy, and I will be reaching out to her again for my next event!”

-Lauren

Tab is AMAZING!!! I am so grateful for the confidence and comfort she gave me on my wedding day this past May. From our introductory call all the way up to the morning of my wedding, Tab was kind, enthusiastic, relaxed, and professional. I’m so grateful for her flexibility as I updated the package services for our bridal party multiple times, and not once did she complain about the changes. She arrived early, was so attentive and friendly with everyone coming in and out of the room, and did such a great job giving me a moment of calm before the whirlwind of the day. As a very sweaty person who danced the entire night, my makeup was secure and in tact until the very end, and felt so me. Highly recommend her for your wedding!! Thank you Tab and Bianca!!

-Grace

“Tabitha was great from start to finish!! I booked her a year out from my wedding and she was always willing to answer questions and confirm details with me! She was very organized and professional! The makeup she did for me and my bridal party was STUNNING!! I will be using her for every event going forward! She listened to exactly what I wanted and it stayed all day, through sweat tears and dancing! She truly is an artist!“

-Nicole

I cannot say enough amazing things about working with Tabitha and Frankie for my wedding day. From our very first conversation through my trial and all the way to the day of, her communication was clear, prompt, and reassuring. I always felt informed, supported, and completely at ease. On the wedding morning, they were incredibly professional, organized, and calming to be around. They truly helped set the tone for the entire day. Tabitha listened closely to exactly what I wanted and elevated it in a way that made me feel like the absolute best version of myself. I felt confident, comfortable, and completely taken care of. My makeup lasted beautifully all day and night through photos, dancing, happy tears, and everything in between. I would recommend her and her team to any bride looking for a seamless, elevated experience on such an important day.