If you haven’t yet had the pleasure, allow me, because Virginie Vandelac is exactly the kind of human we’re celebrating in this GLAMADA-themed edition.
She is quite simply, one of Canada’s most influential makeup artists and beautypreneurs, a true creative force perched ever so stylishly at the intersection of high fashion, editorial storytelling, and yes, modern glamour.
As we celebrate the magic and glam of Canada, it felt only natural to shine a spotlight on a talent who embodies both so effortlessly. Based in Montreal (lucky us), Virginie enjoys an impeccable reputation not just for her refined and instantly recognizable aesthetic, but for shaping the visual language of beauty in Quebec and far beyond, with a quiet confidence that speaks volumes.
As the founder of Vandelac Ateliers, she’s built far more than a studio. It’s a destination, a hub of creativity where artistry, precision, and elevated experience converge. The result? That polished, luminous, effortlessly chic look that defines modern Canadian glamour.
Virginie’s signature approach is all about enhancement over transformation, meticulous attention to detail, and a seemingly intuitive understanding of how beauty translates both in person and on camera. While she’s done campaigns in the past, these days her focus is fully on Vandelac Ateliers and creating inspiring content to share with her community.
And she’s not alone. Supporting her is a team of professional makeup artists in Montreal and Quebec, based at St-Laurent Coiffure, who bring their own talent, passion, and flair to every client and project. While Virginie founded Vandelac Ateliers, its ongoing success is built on this incredible team and their shared mis-sion: empowering women to feel confident, autonomous, and radiant in their beauty routines.
In a world of ever-changing trends, Virginie Vandelac, alongside her brilliant team, remains timeless, intentional, and utterly inspiring, capturing in so many ways the very essence of Canadian glamour we’re so proud to celebrate in these pages.
At Vandelac Ateliers, each independent professional makeup artist brings her own vision to every face she touches: Pamela blends energy and precision for makeup that feels alive and refined, while Valérie favors modern precision that enhances natural, effortless beauty. Virginie believes in enhancement over trans-formation, and Vasiliki pairs creativity with meticulous attention to each individual face. From Québec, Sarah-Jane combines a sharp eye with technique, intuition, and attentive listening, and Martine approaches every face with intuition, consciousness, and a gentle touch. Together, they transform makeup into art, each with her own guiding motto.
Pamela: @pame.mua, Valerie: @valerielefebvremua, Vasiliki: @vasilikimakeup,
Sarah-Jane: @alwaysplayingwithmakeup, Martine: @martinehairmakeup.
Photos VANDEALC ATELIERS
Lead profile GENEVIEVE CHARBONNEAU
For more on Virginie and the dream team at Vandelac Atelier, go to virginievandelac.com and follow @virginievandelac and @vandelac_ateliers.