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5 DO'S AND DON'TS
Planning your wedding makeup can be one of the most exciting (and slightly overwhelming!) parts of the big day prep. With so much inspiration flying around - TikToks, trends, and well-meaning opinions - it’s easy to feel pulled in a hundred directions. But at the heart of it, your bridal look should feel like you. Here are five dos and don’ts to help guide you toward makeup that looks and feels just right.
DO: Choose a Look That Feels Like You
Your wedding day isn’t the time to reinvent yourself. It’s about feeling confident, radiant and completely comfortable in your own skin. If a red lip or heavy contour isn’t something you usually wear, you don’t need to force it just because it’s trending. The goal? You, but elevated.
DON’T: Try a Bold New Trend on the Day
Experimenting is great - just not on your wedding morning. Bold or unfamiliar styles might not photograph well or feel right in the moment. Remember the blue eyeliner phase? Exactly. Classic, soft glam tones like warm browns, gentle shimmers and radiant skin will stand the test of time, and still feel beautiful in your photos, ten years from now.
DO: Go With Makeup You Love
Whether it’s your go-to pinky nude lipstick, or the highlighter that makes you feel like a glowing goddess, trust your own taste. This is your day, and the most important thing is that you love how you look. If it brings you joy, it belongs in your bridal look.
DON’T: Let Other People Decide for You
It’s so easy to get swept up in opinions - from your mum, your maid of honour, or that friend who’s always full of suggestions. But this day is all about you. Take advice, sure, but always go with what makes you feel your most beautiful, confident self.
DO: Think About the Whole Vibe
Makeup isn’t just about colours and coverage, it’s part of the full picture. Think about your dress, hair, flowers, venue and the general vibe of your day. If your dress is heavily detailed, you might want to keep your makeup soft and elegant to balance it out. It’s all about harmony.
DON’T: Plan Makeup in a Bubble
Try not to think about your makeup in isolation. When everything - from your curls to your complexion - flows together, you’ll feel polished and effortlessly ‘put together’. Your artist will help guide this, but it helps to have the bigger picture in mind from the start.
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DO: Wear a Little More Than Usual
Wedding makeup is designed to last the whole day and photograph beautifully, which means it’s usually a touch more than your everyday look. But don’t worry, more makeup doesn’t have to mean heavy or cakey. When it’s applied well, it’ll still feel like you... just with a little extra glow.
DON’T: Worry About Slightly Heavier Coverage
If you're not used to full-coverage foundation or lashes, it’s natural to feel unsure. But trust that your makeup artist knows how to make it feel fresh, light and natural in person, and on camera. It’s all part of creating that flawless, photo-ready finish without losing you underneath.
In Summary
Your bridal makeup should reflect who you are - calm, confident and completely you. Stick to what you love, keep the bigger picture in mind and trust your instincts. The best bridal makeup doesn’t mask anything, it’s simply you at your best.
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