Jen Lagers is an internationally renowned luxury hair and makeup artist recognized for illuminating client's natural beauty for over 15 years. Celebrated globally and named one of the top bridal artists of 2023, Jen's work can be seen in Vogue and Martha Stewart Weddings, on television, and on fashion runways. In today's episode we discuss: * Jen's background that led her from working at the Clinique counter to cosmetology and business school to working as a buyer for Nordstrom to ultimately launching her career as a wedding hair & makeup artist * How Jen went from working in her local Seattle market to traveling the world for destination weddings and events * The process of working with international clients (from booking to working with the creative team to understanding their unique vision and style) * Destination wedding week logistics and why it pays to have your hair and makeup artist with you for all wedding events * Recommendations for wedding pros and hair & makeup artists on how to break into the destination wedding market * How Jen has honed her signature subtle yet elegant style * Skincare tips for newly engaged couples The Wedding Destination Podcast, brought to you by international wedding photographer Molly Carr, whose work can regularly be seen in publications such as Harper's BAZAAR, Town & Country, BRIDES, and Martha Stewart Weddings and who was voted a Top Wedding Photographer in the World by The Wed. Designed to educate and inspire couples and creatives on all things destination weddings, the Wedding Destination Podcast interviews luxury wedding industry professionals who are at the top of their fields to give inspiring and actionable business and wedding planning advice. Tune in to the Wedding Destination Podcast every week to stay up to date with the latest destination wedding trends, advice from luxury wedding industry professionals, and plan the destination wedding of your dreams! Subscribe now, and get the inside scoop. FOLLOW ALONG: The Wedding Destination Podcast @weddingdestinationpodcast Jen Lagers https://www.jenlagers.com/ @jenlagers Molly Carr Photography https://mollycarrphotography.com/ @mollycarrphotography