The most beautiful day is coming, and you're still contemplating your bridal makeup? One thing is certain; every bride wishes to look stunning on her wedding day. Well-executed bridal makeup will enhance your natural beauty and make you look truly exceptional on the day you say, "I do."
What are the latest trends, and what to focus on on your wedding day? In this article, we dispel all doubts for future brides regarding bridal makeup.
Makeup-no makeup, or perhaps Hollywood-style bridal makeup?
When considering bridal makeup and hairstyle, it's good to first think about the effect you want to achieve on your special day. A classic, romantic look, or perhaps a modern bride?
Each of these options offers different possibilities for bridal makeup and hair styling. If your goal is a romantic appearance, then a subtle and non-provocative makeup and a light hairstyle will suit you. In this case, a boho-style or classic and smooth wedding dress will work wonderfully. On the other hand, if you want to be a true star of the evening on your wedding day, dreaming of a gown resembling a sparkling princess or mermaid, we recommend opting for a bolder makeup, preferably done by a professional. Shimmering eye makeup will complement richer or extravagant dresses perfectly.
Still undecided about makeup, but haven't chosen a wedding dress yet? Be sure to check out our guide on How to Choose a Wedding Dress - 5 Steps to the Perfect Outfit.
Bridal Makeup and Beauty Type
Not every makeup will suit every beauty type, so if you're not entrusting your face to a professional, it's good to find out what will work best for your beauty type, eye color, and hair shade. Well-executed eye makeup is crucial. To bring out natural beauty, brides with blue eyes should opt for light and natural shades or pastel colors. Green-eyed brides, on the other hand, will look great with eyeshadows in shades of red or orange, and green will enhance plum and lilac colors. Ladies with dark eyes can confidently use eyeliner to emphasize the iris color.
Warm shades and golden color in the inner corner of the eye will work well here too.
Regardless of the iris color, a light and natural shade will work well under the brow arch. Good bridal makeup should not burden the gaze, and the bride's face will look fresh and natural.
Bridal Makeup Tailored to Eye Shape
Before applying makeup, it's also worth paying attention to the eye shape. Many women dream of beautiful large eyes and, wanting to emphasize their gaze, use eyeshadows that have the opposite effect, making the eyes appear smaller. On the other hand, women with large, protruding, or bulging eyes are recommended makeup that not only beautifies the gaze but also corrects it.
So, brides with small eyes should opt for light pencil lining on the waterline, preferably white, and a darker eyeshadow on the outer corner of the lower lid.
This will create the effect of open eyes. It is not recommended to use too dark eyeshadows, and a grave mistake would be lining the waterline with a dark pencil, which would burden the gaze.
Shiny eyeshadows or false eyelashes are also good ways to visually enlarge the eyes. Brides with large eyes are recommended corrective makeup. In this case, dark, matte, or satin eyeshadows are used. A dark pencil along the waterline will work along with a touch of suitable mascara to beautify the gaze.
Natural Look - Bridal Makeup Trends 2024
One of the leading makeup trends lately is natural eyebrows. More and more women, even with more intense eye makeup, opt for well-groomed and not overly drawn eyebrows.
This also applies to natural eyelashes. Long lashes undoubtedly emphasize the gaze, but the trend is moving away from the so-called heavy fans on the eyes.
Artificial lashes should look natural and enhance the gaze rather than weigh it down. If you've never had eyelash extensions and would like to have them on your wedding day, test long lashes before the wedding.
Moreover, one of the principles of makeup in recent times has become balance in applied makeup. In the case of strong eye makeup, women opt for delicate lips, while with intense lip color, natural or very lightly painted eyes are preferred. Avoiding simultaneously strong eye and lip makeup, which often creates the so-called mask effect, is recommended.
To emphasize the lips, you can apply a bit of nude eyeshadow to the cupid's bow. More and more often, the trend is also makeup in a glow style, which beautifully illuminates the complexion, making the bride look a few years younger. This is precisely how bridal makeup should be.
Professional Bridal Makeup
Makeup artists are individuals who are well acquainted with various beauty types, so they will not only choose the right look according to the bride's preferences but will also ensure that the final effect matches the style of the wedding dress and the ceremony. They use professional cosmetics to emphasize facial features and hair color. Proper highlighter will enhance the cheekbones, and a well-chosen lipstick color will highlight even smaller lips. In bridal makeup, it's essential for it to be durable, and on the wedding day, the bride, even after several hours on the dance floor, will look stunning.
Trial Bridal Makeup
Regardless of whether you opt for professional bridal makeup or prefer to do it yourself, remember that the mentioned trial makeup is essential and guarantees the success of bridal makeup. Pay attention to whether the applied makeup complements the hairstyle and wedding dress and whether it looks good and natural in different lighting. Well-executed bridal makeup should highlight your beauty, not weigh down the gaze, and not create a mask effect.
The perfect bridal makeup is one where you will look stunning not only at the beginning of the ceremony but also one that will last the entire day. Therefore, to be confident in your appearance, test the durability of your trial makeup and see how you look after several hours of movement. This way, you will have the guarantee that bridal makeup will work on the wedding day. Also, remember to leave makeup until the end and not do it before washing your hair. First, the hairstyle, then the makeup.
Bridal Makeup for Imperfections
If your skin has issues, it's good to take care of the proper care and treatment of imperfections well before the wedding. You can prepare your facial skin with properly selected cosmetics, or in the case of more significant problems, consult a specialist. Remember not to interrupt the treatment immediately after the wedding. Moreover, if your skin, despite treatment, still doesn't look perfect, avoid dark eyeshadows and excessive foundation. In the case of bridal makeup, be sure to rely on the help of a makeup artist who will guarantee a flawless look on the wedding day.
The Power of Makeup
It's essential to remember that bridal makeup is not only about emphasizing beauty but also a kind of ritual that adds confidence and a certain glow to the bride on this exceptional day. Choosing the right cosmetics and a professional who will take care of your appearance is the key to success.
Wedding preparations are a time full of emotions and expectations, so the bride should not forget about herself. Bridal makeup should be tailored to the style, personality, and, of course, the bride's wedding dress.
Your Special Day
This day should be an unforgettable experience. Now you know how important it is to choose bridal makeup tailored to your beauty type, how crucial it is to do a trial makeup, and how valuable the assistance of a makeup artist can be. Now it's time to enjoy this magical day and celebrate the love that accompanies you and your partner!
We wish you that your bridal makeup highlights your natural beauty and makes you feel truly exceptional on this extraordinary day. May this moment be full of radiance and joy for you because you deserve to be the most beautiful bride you can be.