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Joy Rivers

@thejoyrivers

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JOY RIVERS ✨
Singer • Beauty Artist • Bridal Luxury
Soulful sounds & a new musical chapter 🎶
Beauty • Love • Life • Becoming

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Just Me

#Singer #Music #MusicArtist #MakeupArtist #Vocals #Beauty #Wellness taken in Charlotte NC by @thejoyrivers

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a year ago

✨ 40 Years of Excellence! ✨🥂💎

What an incredible night celebrating Windsor Jewelers’ 40th Anniversary Gala! 🎉

The food was amazing, the drinks were flowing, the music was rocking, and the energy was EVERYTHING! ❤️

And your girl pulled double duty tonight! 💃🏽💎🎤 Not only did I get to work this beautiful event with my Windsor family, but I also had the pleasure of hitting the stage with Souljam! Two jobs, one night, and a whole lot of FUN! 🎶

So grateful to be part of such a special milestone, celebrating 40 years of beautiful jewelry, lasting relationships, and unforgettable memories.

Cheers to 40 years, @windsorjewelersnc! 🥂✨

#WindsorJewelers #40thAnniversary #Souljam #DoubleDuty #GalaNight Celebrating40Years WorkHardPlayHard taken in The Graylyn Estate by @thejoyrivers

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3 days ago

On Set 🎥

💎 The Windsor Way

Your Bridal Destination 💫

@windsorjewelersnc taken in Charlotte, North Carolina by @thejoyrivers

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16 days ago

One whole year of us. ❤️

A year of love, laughter, adventures, growing together, and so many little moments that have made this year special.

I’m thankful for the memories we’ve made, the way we can laugh through life together, and the love we continue to build.

Happy 1 year, Gerson. 🥂❤️
Here’s to us, more love, more laughter, and many more memories ahead!✨ by @thejoyrivers

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a month ago

I get asked ALL the time…

“Joy, do you still do makeup?”
“Are you still singing?”
“Are you still with Souljam?”
“Are you still at Windsor?”

The answer is…

YES. YES. YES. AND YES. ✨

I wear a few different hats — and I genuinely love every one of them.

💄 THE BEST YOU | PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP ARTISTRY
Bridal makeup + trials
Bridesmaids & wedding parties
Special events
Photoshoots
Natural + soft glam
Timeless, polished beauty

🎤 JOY RIVERS | PRIVATE VOCALIST
Wedding ceremonies
Cocktail hours
Funerals & celebrations of life
Church & faith-based events
Corporate events
Private events
Special celebrations

🎶 SOULJAM | LIVE BAND ENTERTAINMENT
Weddings & receptions
Corporate events
Private parties
Galas
Celebrations
Special events

💍 WINDSOR JEWELERS | BRIDAL + LUXURY JEWELRY
Bridal Manager
Engagement rings
Wedding bands
Natural & lab-grown diamonds
Custom designs
Anniversary jewelry
Milestone gifts
Luxury jewelry

Different businesses. Different creative outlets. Same Joy.

Beauty. Music. Love. Luxury. Celebration.

I’ve been blessed to build a life that allows me to use different parts of who I am — whether I’m helping a bride feel beautiful, singing someone’s love story, entertaining a room with Souljam, or helping a couple find the rings that will represent their forever.

So the next time you wonder…

“Does Joy still do _____?”

Chances are… I DO.❤️✨ by @thejoyrivers

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a month ago

💄MAKEUP ARTISTS — LET’S CONNECT! ✨

I’m looking to expand my network of talented makeup artists in the Triad + Charlotte area!

As my bridal and event bookings continue to grow, I’d love to connect with other professional artists who may be interested in:

✨ Assisting with larger bridal parties
✨ Receiving referrals when dates are booked
✨ Collaborating on weddings & special events
✨ Building a trusted network of artists who can support one another

I’m especially looking for artists who are professional, dependable, punctual, personable, and passionate about creating beautiful, polished makeup looks.

If that sounds like you — or you know an amazing makeup artist I should connect with — comment below, DM me, or tag them!💕

I’d love to build a strong community where we can create together, refer together, and grow together.

-Joy
The Best You Beauty by @thejoyrivers

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2 months ago

✨ Natural. Flawless. Glowing. ✨

Today’s Charlotte beauty, Sharikia, wanted a look that felt fresh, polished, and still completely like herself—and this healthy-skin glow was everything. 🤎

Softly enhanced features, radiant skin, and a flawless finish that lets her natural beauty take center stage.

Event makeup doesn’t have to feel heavy to make an impact. Sometimes the most beautiful glam is the kind that simply makes you look like the very best version of you. ✨

📍Charlotte, NC
💄 Event & Special Occasion Makeup
✨ The Best You

#CharlotteMakeupArtist #CharlotteMUA #NaturalGlam #SoftGlam #FlawlessMakeup GlowingSkin EventMakeup SpecialOccasionMakeup HealthySkinGlow TheBestYou taken in Charlotte, North Carolina by @thejoyrivers

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2 months ago

✨ BRIDAL TRIAL SNEAK PEEK ✨

Something beautiful is coming… 👰🏽‍♀️💍

Last night, we created my bride’s wedding-day makeup look, but I can’t give away the details just yet. 😉 Her big day is Sunday, so for now, you’re only getting a little blurred preview.

A bridal trial is about so much more than choosing makeup—it’s the time to perfect the look, make adjustments, and make sure my bride feels completely confident before she walks down the aisle.

I can’t wait for you to see the final look after the wedding! ✨

💄 Now booking bridal makeup
✨ Bridal trials available
📩 DM me for availability

#BridalMakeup #BridalMakeupTrial #BrideToBe #WeddingMakeup #BridalGlam WeddingBeauty MakeupArtist BridalBeauty WeddingDayGlam by @thejoyrivers

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2 months ago

Happy Birthday my love ❤️🎉

It's hard to believe we've been together almost a year. Thank you for filling my life with so much laughter, happiness, and peace. Life truly is better with you by my side.

I love how naturally our relationship flows. We can laugh until our faces hurt, enjoy the simple moments, and always find our way back to each other. Gracias por ser tú—thank you for being exactly who you are.

On your birthday, I want you to know how much you mean to me. Eres una bendición en mi vida, and I am so grateful for every memory we've made together. I can't wait to see what this next year brings for us.

Feliz cumpleaños, mi amor. ❤️ May God continue to bless you with health, joy, success, and everything your heart desires. Te quiero mucho and I'm looking forward to celebrating many more birthdays together.

¡Que tengas un día maravilloso! 🥂🎂🎈 by @thejoyrivers

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2 months ago

Cruisin' with my boo... the birthday boy!
@gersonminero by @thejoyrivers

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2 months ago

I'm excited to officially share that I've accepted the role of Bridal Manager at Windsor Jewelers! 💍✨

Jewelry has never been just about beautiful pieces to me—it's about celebrating life's most meaningful moments, building lasting relationships, and creating unforgettable experiences for every client who walks through our doors.

I'm incredibly grateful to the leadership team at Windsor Jewelers for believing in my vision and giving me the opportunity to lead and grow our bridal department. Together, we're building something truly special.

One of my biggest focuses in this new role is developing The Windsor Way—a comprehensive luxury bridal training program designed to elevate hospitality, product knowledge, client relationships, and the overall engagement ring experience. My goal is to ensure every couple receives the level of care, expertise, and celebration they deserve during one of the most important purchases of their lives.

To my amazing clients, friends, family, and teammates—thank you for your encouragement and support throughout my journey. I can't wait to continue serving our community and helping couples celebrate love for many years to come.

Here's to new beginnings, meaningful connections, and creating memories that last a lifetime. ❤️

#WindsorJewelers #BridalManager #LuxuryRetail #EngagementRings FineJewelry Leadership CustomerExperience TheWindsorWay BridalExpert #LoveStories taken in Windsor Jewelers by @thejoyrivers

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3 months ago

I forgot to hit record and ended up taking a photo instead—but honestly, this moment perfectly captures what my new Beauty Concierge service is all about. 🤍

Helping women feel confident while finding products that truly work for them is one of my favorite things to do. We shopped, tested, talked about skin concerns, and built a routine designed just for her.

It's more than makeup shopping—it's a personalized beauty experience.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed walking into a beauty store or unsure about what products are right for you, I'd love to help. 💄✨

DM me or email joyriversmakeup@gmail.com for booking information.

#BeautyConcierge #TheBestYou #MakeupArtist #BeautyWellness #ConfidenceLooksGoodOnYou by @thejoyrivers

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4 months ago