Stephanie Thendres

FOUNDER & CHIEF ARTIST

Hey Brides!

I’m excited you’re here! My name is Stephanie Thendres, the founder and chief artist of Bridesnest. I am Chinese by blood, born and raised in Indonesia. I moved to Australia at 18 to pursue my passion, studying Fashion Marketing at Raffles College in Sydney—that’s where I first fell in love with the bridal industry.

During summer break, I decided to take a beauty class, and that’s when I discovered my love for bridal beauty—hair and makeup. As a college student, I needed that extra pocket money (you know how it is!), so I started taking bridal clients on weekends. What started as a side hustle quickly became something I was truly passionate about.

After college, I continued working in fashion while growing my bridal beauty portfolio. Later, I pursued my Master’s Degree in Communication and Media Technologies at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, using my skills to share my work across social media.

Then came 2020—the year of uncertainty. COVID changed everything. I took a leap of faith, left my job, and reunited with my family in Los Angeles. It was a time of challenges, but also one of reflection and growth. With the world at a standstill, I had the chance to truly focus on what I loved, and that’s when BRIDESNEST was born. At just 25 years old, I turned my passion into my full-time career.

Three years later, in 2023, I expanded my business and opened THENDRÉS SALONS—a full-service salon suite business. With this new venture, my goal is to create a space where beauty professionals can thrive while continuing to provide top-tier services to our amazing clients.

Now, at 30 years old (in 2025), with 10 years of experience in bridal beauty industry, my mission is to help every bride feel beautiful, confident, and like the best version of themselves on their special day. I’ll also ensure the booking process is seamless from start to finish, giving you one less thing to stress about during your wedding planning and on the BIG day! I’m so excited to be part of your journey!

💌 Let’s connect and talk about your dream bridal look!