The Look of Bridal Makeup

Author: Michelle Fryer

Just as fashion trends come and go, so does the look of Bridal Makeup. Gone are the days of brightly colored lips, heavy eye shadows and layers of foundation. Today’s Bride is looking for that natural radiant glow that says ‘Blushing Bride’. Skin should look fresh and natural with a flawless finish. Whether it is dewy or matte the foundation should blend seamlessly with the neck and chest. Most Brides are requesting foundations that are mineral based; which let the skin breathe and they photograph beautifully.

The biggest trend though is that the eyes are the focal point of the face. Soft pink, taupe and cool gray shadows with smudged eyeliner look stunning. A few coats of mascara and some false lashes are the finishing touches. For an evening wedding the eyes can have more dimensions, but still the makeup should not take away from the eyes themselves. With the eyes being the main focus, cheeks should be glowing in a soft pink or a subtle bronzer for beach weddings. Lips are muted colors of pink and rose and tinted glosses are very popular as well.