How To Do Your Own Bridal Makeup
“I would always recommend that unless you’re very sure you want to try something new, the best way to approach bridal makeup is to opt for an elevated version of what you normally wear,” says makeup artist, Zoe Taylor. Whether that’s a bronzed glow or a glam and sculpted look, there are ways to make your bridal makeup the best you’ve ever worn.
How To Achieve Barely-There Beauty
Tapping into a minimal makeup look will allow your natural radiance and happiness to shine through on the day, and it’s super easy to achieve. First and foremost, you need a base that provides adequate coverage but doesn’t mask your skin.
Choosing a tinted moisturiser or foundation for your special day can be challenging as it needs to tick off certain criteria. Think about longevity, are you planning a sweet 2-hour wedding or a long-into-the-night party? If it’s the latter, a long wearing base which is kind to skin is essential.
It’s also important to choose a foundation without SPF, as sun protection can cause flashback in photographs. We also like , it keeps skin looking perfect for hours.
After applying your base, turn to Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Instant Eye Palette, N/A in Pretty Blushed Beauty. Use the 4-Face Bronze powder to lightly sculpt underneath cheekbones, before highlighting tops of cheekbones, centre of the nose and brow line with 5-Face Highlight. Add a touch of colour to the apples of the cheeks with 6-Cheek Pop. Next, brush up brows with the Hourglass Arch Brow Volumizing Fiber Gel, £29.00, which coats brows in colour and leaves them looking thicker and fuller. Finish with a light layer of and a touch of Charlotte Tilbury Hyaluronic Happikiss, £27.00 for a lightly stained, hydrated pout. We’re convinced the latter is permanent as the colour lasts forever.
How To Create A Subtle Smoky Eye
Smoky eyes are a perennial makeup look but make it less Hollywood starlet and more bridal by swapping out deep blacks and silver greys for bronze, brown shades. Begin with another flash-photography-friendly base with buildable coverage, such as Nars Sheer Glow Foundation, £39.00, which feels lightweight and provides a soft matte finish with a hint of glow. Go over any problem areas with a little , before dabbing on a soft liquid blush, such as Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush, £29.00.
Now onto the main feature: the eyes. Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Instant Eye Palette, N/A in Glowing Beauty contains three eye shades that are perfect for this look. Begin by brushing 1-Eye Brighten all over the eyelid and browbone to open up the eyes, next, brush 2-Eye Enhance with its shimmering bronze pigments across the eyelid, creating a cat-like shape. Finally, blend 3-Eye Smoke – a warm brown-mauve shade, into the crease to create depth. Finish with glossy black liner and lashings of mascara.
How To Go Bold With Your Lips
Fancy something a little bolder? This look is for brave brides who want to make an impact. The prominent feature here is your lips, so keep everything else on the face low-key. provides a flawless, natural base, while Chantecaille Cheek Gelée, £45.00 is great for adding a subtle hint of colour to the cheeks. Add a little RMS Beauty Luminizer, £31.20 to the tops of cheekbones and on the brow bones to catch the light, then powder the T-zone and any areas of excess shine with a loose powder.
A red lip is a classic makeup choice that will never date, so in many ways is ideal for your wedding day. Every skin tone has a red that suits them; paler skin tones tend to suit orange-toned shades while those with olive and darker skin tones suit a classic, blue-toned red. We recommend trying RMS Beauty Wild With Desire Lipstick, N/A, a true deep red that seems to suit everyone. If you want a truly matte finish then look no further than in 514 Hyper Red, or for a super high shine gloss try By Terry Lip-Expert Shine, £14.21 in 15 Red Shot.
