What It Really Takes to Work Destination Weddings Abroad with Jacqui Bradfield

Send us Fan MailNavigating the European Wedding Circuit: Lessons from a Pro Makeup ArtistEpisode SummaryIn this episode of The Makeup Insider, Vanessa chats with pro makeup artist Jacqui, who recently returned from a whirlwind season working across Europe’s wedding circuit.From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the bustle of Rome, Jacqui shares what it’s really like to take your artistry abroad. The highs, the hurdles, and the lessons learned from nine weddings in quick succession.Whether you’re dreaming of working internationally or simply curious about life behind the scenes of destination weddings, this conversation is packed with practical advice and honest reflections from an artist who’s done it all.What We CoverHow Jacqui prepared for an international wedding seasonWhy direct flights and smart packing are non-negotiablesThe realities of driving (and surviving) Italy’s wedding circuitManaging back-to-back weddings while staying creativeJacqui’s must-have travel kit and European beauty essentialsTips for choosing accommodation and balancing work with restThe mindset shifts that come with working outside your comfort zoneKey TakeawaysPreparation meets flexibility: The most successful destination artists plan for everything — and still stay open to the unexpected.Logistics matter: Cars, accommodation, and kit safety can make or break your experience.Growth through discomfort: Every challenge abroad helps strengthen your artistry, confidence, and business mindset.Community counts: Collaborating with trusted peers (like Jacqui’s hairstylist partner Brooke) makes all the difference.Listen if You’re…A bridal makeup artist dreaming of international workCurious about the European destination wedding sceneLooking for practical travel and business advice from a working artistReady to take your artistry global — and want to know where to startConnect with JacquiFollow Jacqui’s adventures and artistry on Instagram: @jacquibradfieldmakeup The Hair Edit Waitlist Weekly Newsletter Follow TMI on IG Follow Vanessa on IGThe Makeup Insider Blog The Makeup Insider TikTokThe Gifting Checklist