Tip of the Day: "Prepare not just for the wedding day, but your marriage. Talk about dreams, goals, faith, children, finances — everything you can. The wedding is just one day, but your marriage will last a lifetime," says Kara Stout, a bridal wellness and nutrition coach.
Plus, check out What I Learned in Premarital Counseling.
Tip of the Day: "If you don't have a chance to eat at the wedding, ask your caterers pack up some doggie bags for you to take with you to devour in your hotel suite. But really, you should make sure to enjoy the yummy food you carefully chose for your big day, especially if you're drinking," says Valorie from Valorie Darling Photography.
Plus, check out 50 Clever Wedding Tricks to Make Your Life Easier.
After dating for nearly 30 years (talk about taking it slow!), George Kirby, 102, and Doreen Luckie, 91, plan to tie the knot on Kirby's 103rd birthday this June.
Tip of the Day: You have selected your wedding professionals for a reason. Trust in their vision! "Micromanagement and extended instructions are counterproductive and greatly restrict creativity (particularly with photographers and cinematographers). The best results come not in mimicking other photos but in letting your photographer or cinematographer visualize the scene, the two of you as a couple, and execute the best vision for that particular time and place. That’s when the magic happens!" says Jessica Tincopa from Jessica Elizabeth Photography.
Plus, check out The Top 10 Wedding Don'ts.
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Tip of the Day: The camera captures at least 50% less makeup than what's visible in real life. Therefore, even if you want a subtle beauty look in your photos, you still need to exaggerate the makeup you're applying, because it won't show up as strong through the lens. "Hire some professional help for your engagement photos, bridal shower or the wedding day to be sure that you have just enough makeup to be a bright and shiny bride!" says Kimberly Nicol from Nicol Artistry.
Plus, check out 90+ Stunning Ideas for Your Wedding Makeup.
Emphasize your lips with a rich, berry hue.
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Photo Credit: Ann Louise Photography / Makeup: Allison of Allison Roth Studio / Hair: Dean of Shadyside
Allison of Allison Roth Studio suggests using a power puff to rest your hand gently on your face and steady your makeup application without marking the foundation. Here, she's pictured tracing over a band of false lashes with gel liner to seal any breaks and help them blend in with her natural lashes.
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, Naked Lunch
and Nylon
Photo Credit: Caryn Azure Photography / Makeup and Hair: Allison of Allison Roth Studio
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and Scott Barnes Body Bling
(on arms and décolletage)Photo Credit: Kelli Ann Beavers / Makeup: Allison of Allison Roth Studio / Hair: Carol Piccolino
A light wash of eyeshadow, pearly pink lip and subtle bronzer are all you need to create an elegant appearance.
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and Nylon
Photo Credit: Ann Louise Photography / Makeup: Allison of Allison Roth Studio
Apply highlighter to your cheekbones for a gorgeous pink glow. (Use shimmery products sparingly, only on the points of your face where light hits, or else it will look too shiny.)
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Photo Credit: Sky's the Limit Photography / Makeup: Allison of Allison Roth Studio
For a romantic look, pair hot pink lipstick with rosy cheeks.
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Photo Credit: Darcie Lindsay Photography / Makeup and Hair: Allison of Allison Roth Studio
This bride desired dramatic eye makeup, which was balanced out with soft, peachy-pink cheeks and lips. "When using deeper colors such as charcoals on a bride, it's important to keep the lines soft, so the makeup doesn't look too harsh," says Allison of Allison Roth Studio.
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, Smut, Expensive Pink
, Naked Lunch, Nylon
Photo Credit: Caitlyn Thomas Photography / Makeup and Hair: Allison Roth Studio
A glamorous engagement shoot set the stage for this bride-to-be's makeup look. Shimmery gold eyeshadow was applied to her eyelid up to the crease, and blended into a more matte brown shadow, for just the right amount of sparkle.
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and OOC Loose Colour Concentrates in Dope
in #2 and #3
Photo Credit: Kristi Telnov Photography / Makeup: Allison of Allison Roth Studio
"This stunning Newport bride wanted us to focus on creating gorgeous, even skin. Spoiler alert: The 'bridal glow' comes in a bottle!" says Lauren Hiller from Call Me Beautiful.
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Photo Credit: New Love Photography / Hair and Makeup/Styling: Call Me Beautiful
"This makeup look is best suited for the bride who dares to make a statement with bold red lips and a deep smoky eye," says Lauren Hiller from Call Me Beautiful. She applied liner with a small-tipped brush for accuracy and went with a super pigmented and velvety matte lip.
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Photo courtesy of Call Me Beautiful / Hair and Makeup/Styling: Call Me Beautiful
Check out this bride's stunning "something blue!" Her makeup artist applied an iridescent blue eyeshadow on the eyelids and smudged it under the eyes as well. A rich plum shadow was applied to the crease, and rich blue eye pencil and mascara emphasized her eyes even more.
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Photo Credit: Joshua Dwain Photography / Makeup: Damali NYC
"This is a great look for bridesmaids who just want something subtle to bring out their eyes," says Jocelyn from Bella Bridal Napa Valley. She used a shimmery champagne on the lid, a light brown in the crease, and a deeper brown in the outer corner of the eyes. Liquid liner and lots of waterproof mascara finished off the look.
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Photo Credit: Photography by Robin Jolin / Makeup: Bella Bridal Napa Valley
Want to look just as angelic as you feel? "Use subtle colors to enhance your features and provide an overall glow," says Joanna Bastermajian from Joanna B. Artistry. She recommends applying a cheek stain before foundation to achieve a very natural finish.
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Photo Credit: Kate Weinstein Photo / Makeup: Joanna B. Artistry
A sophisticated look for the bride who loves wearing makeup but wants to look timeless in her photos. Different colors of airbrush foundation were mixed to achieve a custom hue. And how gorgeous is her eyeliner?
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Photo Credit: Roots of Life Photography / Makeup: Joanna B. Artistry
A modern dark lip takes on an edgy feel when contrasted with lighter features. "Accentuating the lips and still focusing on a defined eye is a bold look for the bride who wants all eyes on her on the big day," says Joanna from Joanna B. Artistry.
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Photo Credit: Roots of Life Photography / Makeup: Joanna B. Artistry
A pop of color conveys confidence without overwhelming your guests with loads of makeup. The bride's makeup artist applied highlighter to her cheekbones, browbone and cupid's bow.
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Photo Credit: Maypole Studios / Makeup: Joanna B. Artistry
"A beautiful look for the bride who either doesn’t wear makeup on a daily basis or who doesn’t like to be too done up," says Joanna Bastermajian from Joanna B. Artistry. She applied individual eyelashes starting at the outer corner of the eye, then kept adding towards the inner corner, stopping midway. She also advises applying lip liner all over your lips for long-lasting wear.
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Photo Credit: XPOSED Photography / Makeup: Joanna B. Artistry
This bombshell-inspired makeup is ideal for a holiday wedding, such as a New Year’s Eve celebration. "The bride has a great personality, so we wanted something with more of a 'wow' factor," says Shannon Van Horn from Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry.
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and Scene
Photo Credit: Dustin Finkelstein / Makeup: Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry
This bride's makeup featured a monochromatic pink color scheme and focused on a radiant wedding-day glow. It's perfect for a spring or summer wedding or anyone who wants to DIY their makeup (the makeup artist swears it's "quite simple to recreate").
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and Yogurt
Photo Credit: Sam Sarkis Photography / Makeup: Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry
A classic red lip is a natural fit for a vintage-themed wedding. "I loved this look because very rarely do my brides choose a red lip. Also, it complements green and blue eyes," says Shannon Van Horn from Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry.
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Photo Credit: Jenna Leigh Photography / Makeup: Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry
"We were channeling Brigitte Bardot with this beautiful bride. Her wedding spoke of vintage romance, and we wanted the makeup to reflect that as well," says Shannon Van Horn from Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry. This is also a great alternative for brides who love pin-up makeup but don't want a red lip.
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Photo Credit: Shannon Vandivier from Captivating Weddings / Makeup: Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry
This look was all about the lashes: the more luxe, the better. (The bride had mink lash extensions applied the week before her wedding.) Since her dress was a beautiful candlelight tone, her makeup artist used chocolates and gold shadows to keep everything warm.
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and Embark
Photo Credit: Damon Tucci Photography / Makeup: Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry
This bride's makeup look showcased her stunning skin. "She's so naturally pretty that we wanted to keep the makeup neutral. I chose lots of bronzes and golds with pink on the lips and bronzer to contour," says Shannon Van Horn from Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry.
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, Brown Script
and Bronze
Photo Credit: April + Paul Photography / Makeup: Lasting Luxe Makeup Artistry
"Rather than going for the all-natural bridal look, this bride envisioned more of a dramatic eye and a soft berry on the lips. With her dark hair and beautiful blue eyes, we went with a complementary color palette of plums, pinks, and golds," says Michelle L. Gilmore from Lipstick and Luster, LLC.
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, Sketch
and Phloof
Photo Credit: Alex Neumann Photography / Makeup: Michelle L. Gilmore, Lipstick and Luster, LLC / Hair: Rikki Lee Tieman, Hair Ya Go
Take a step back in time! The peachy tones in the eyes, cheeks and lips perfectly reflect the vintage feel of this bride.
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Photo Credit: Le Secret D'Audrey / Makeup: Sanni Sorma
Matching your lips and nails to your bridal bouquet is a playful look that shows off your personality.
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Photo Credit: One and Only Paris Photography / Makeup: Sanni Sorma
A modern-day Grace Kelly! Create a flawless, glowing canvas using a gel primer, HD foundation and an illuminator with light-reflecting particles.
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Photo Credit: Le Secret D'Audrey / Makeup: Sanni Sorma
We're coveting this bride's fluttery, flirty lashes! "This look is especially great for anyone who wants to open up their eyes," says Sanni Sorma. She used about 20 individual lashes in different lengths on each eye to achieve the desired effect.
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Photo Credit: Le Secret D'Audrey / Makeup: Sanni Sorma
The bride's makeup artist created depth by layering different shadows and added extra intensity by lining the waterline. The rest of the face is fresh and natural to offset the eyes.
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and Eyeshadow in Deep Damson
Photo Credit: Ian Holmes Photography / Makeup: Sanni Sorma
"Ilana loves makeup and has a signature look. Enviably tan and with perfect skin, she loves black liner, bronzer, and blush," says Sharon Becker from SB Beauty. She used several shades of dark red and plum blush to bring out her color, along with bronzer and powder contouring in key areas.
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Photo Credit: Salzman & Ashley Studios / Makeup: Sharon Becker, SB Beauty
"This bride wanted a Hollywood look with a hint of Indian flair, so we incorporated gold shadows and killer winged eyeliner," says Sharon Becker from SB Beauty. She framed her beautiful brows by filling them in to match her hair. The pièce de résistance: long-wearing red lipstick.
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Photo Credit: Dennis Quan / Makeup: Sharon Becker, SB Beauty
This "Spanish Rose"-inspired makeup look complemented the bride's velvety skin. "It's a crime to cover skin that gorgeous in too much makeup, so I color-corrected under her eyes and around her nose and added a touch of light foundation. Most importantly, I used matte primer on her nose and chin, and a regular primer on the rest of the face," says Sharon Becker from SB Beauty.
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Photo Credit: Kristin Chalmers Photography / Makeup: Sharon Becker, SB Beauty
A subtle yet striking look that's especially pretty for springtime brides.
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and stila Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eyeshadow in Kitten
and Clear Brow Gel
Photo courtesy of Kissable Complexions / Makeup: Kissable Complexions
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and Makeup Geek Eyeshadow Pans in Cocoa Bear and MochaPhoto Credit: Shannon Elizabeth Photography / Makeup: Kissable Complexions
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, Espresso
, Ground Brown
, Mythology
, Honey Lust
and Amber Lights
Photo Credit: Camilla Binks Photography / Makeup: Kissable Complexions
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Photo courtesy of Kissable Complexions / Makeup: Kissable Complexions
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, MAC Eyeshadow in Gesso
, and Jouer Eyeshadow in Licorice
and NYX Eyebrow Cake Powder in Blonde
Photo courtesy of Kissable Complexions / Makeup: Kissable Complexions
Sexy winged cat-eyes and bold brows are a glamorous duo. Jade Marie from Kissable Complexions suggests using a medium-sized angle brush to sweep eyeshadow on the inner corner, working your way out into a larger wing. Use concealer to clean up any mistakes.
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, Mylar
, Handwritten
and Copperplate
and Christian Dior Eyeliner Waterproof
Photo courtesy of Kissable Complexions / Makeup: Kissable Complexions
Tip of the Day: Design a fun sign-in book for your engagement party, bridal shower or wedding reception using the photos from your engagement shoot. "This is a great way to showcase your favorite snapshots with guests in a format that they can flip through and view at their leisure. You'll also enjoy reading your loved ones' messages years later as you review the book," says Stephanie Kleinman from SDK Photo & Design.
Be sure to include enough white space in the layout for your guests to leave notes. Also, use a book with hinge binding that lays flat, so it's easy for people to open it without making a crease in the pages.
Plus, check out 15 Fun Alternatives for Your Guest Book.
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