Many brides decide to do their own makeup on wedding day…I advise that every bride have their makeup professionally done. It is also very important to have a trial run and have your photo taken after the trial run. Many girls think that the makeup will be too heavy and they won’t look like themselves, but a good makeup artist will only make you look your best.
Try to cushion your timeline when getting ready, to leave 15-30 minutes for you to gather your thoughts, take in the moment and enjoy what's about to take place. This will also give you a few minutes by yourself or with your bridesmaids to tell them how much you appreciate them being there.
Make sure to do a trial run with your dress before the big day, including a last fitting leading up to the wedding. Ask your alterations specialist what the absolute deadline would be for alterations before the wedding in case you lose or gain a few. No matter which way you falter, you want to make sure your dress fits perfectly on the day of.
Try your hair several different ways when doing a trial run with your stylist. It may help to also do your makeup to give you a better idea of how the entire look will flow on the day of.
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Don't underestimate your natural beauty! Before choosing false eyelashes, penciled brows or lip enhancers, work with a stylist to see what they could do to enhance your natural beauty before adding to much additional. You may be pleasantly surprised (and saved some big bucks!).
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Adding some light touches to your hair (flowers, crystal pins, sparkling accents) can add a bit of chic to your updo and make for a second look once you remove your veil.
When checking out Earth Friendly Weddings blog we saw this great nail polish, Acquarella, "one of the least hazardous nail polishes you can wear. It doesn't contain ingredients linked to cancer or evelopmental/reproductive toxicity, like some other polishes do. And they have a pretty nice array of colors to choose from."
Looking for an inexpensive way to dress up your do? Check out the affordable headbands and hair clips available at Forever 21. They have a wide selection and they're so affordable, you could get a few to mix up your look on your honeymoon even!
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A blog we stalk, I'm Over It shared the new jewelry trend for this spring and summer, nude colored jewelry. These lovely pieces can add a hint of glam and can really play off the white of the dress and your skin tone. Visit I'm Over It to lease your own custom piece now.
When selecting your cosmetics, consider those companies that give proceeds to worthy causes or make an effort to participate in charity events regularly. MAC Cosmetics released their newest Viva Glam Lipstick, VIVA GLAM VI with warm terracotta-plum with pearl finish. All proceeds from the VIVA collections of lipstick and gloss are donated to the MAC Aids Fund.
Schedule a series of back and chest facials, if you're wearing a dress bearing your declotte and showing off your back. Your skin will be clear, smooth and picture perfect.
Add a little extra push to your workout by incorporating fitness into your daily stride. Shape Up Shoes, with their rocker bottom, are said to help strengthen your core and use muscles not flexed when wearing ordinary shoes. Check 'em out!
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Are you wondering what lip color you're going to wear since they stopped making your fave? You've been scraping the bottom of the container with a toothpick for a year! Don't fret, Three Custom Color Specialists to the rescue! In 3 easy steps you can be smoothing on your favorite eye, lip, concealer, powder color without using scraping tools to get to them. They will recreate your custom color!
Do you worry about having your makeup done professionally because you feel that no one can do it better than you? If that's what makes you feel comfortable, then stick to your guns, but still consult a professional. If you're not open to even doing a trial run with a makeup artist, at least consider reviewing your current makeup products with them to make sure you are using the best color tone, brushes, etc. You never know, you might learn something new or pick up some fun new products!
Use a shimmery shadow in the corner of your eyes and beneath the brow to brighten up dark, tired eyes.
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