March 11, 2020
How to Find The Right Bridal Makeup Look For You
Got the dress? Good. Now it’s time to think about the beauty look for your wedding day - not something you want to leave unplanned. When walking down the aisle, you want to feel like your best self, but with that otherworldly bridal glow, of course. But unlike wedding to-dos that have to be managed months in advance, such as floral centrepieces and booking a string quartet, your bridal look doesn’t have to be complicated – it’ only the case of choosing the right set for you. And besides, getting ready is half the fun.
But first things first: skincare. And above all, water, water, water. The key hard and fast rule is make sure you drink 3 litres a day, 3 weeks before your big day. You’ll notice a vast improvement: water will plump your skin, so you’ll see a difference in appearance of fine line and pores.
Here, our makeup artists have curated perfect sets of different bridal looks for your wedding beauty look. Although they are organised by skin tone, all are universally flattering for every complexion, and so there’s no wrong option. Just make sure you try them out as a trial at least a week before the big day, in natural lighting.
For Fair Skin
This is a classic, traditional look for brides who want a soft effect.
Eyes: Iconoclast Eyeshadow Palette in Lustrous Corduroy
Lips: Colour Brilliance Lipstick in La Piscine
Cheeks: Bronze Summer Glow Powder in East Hampton & Blush Palette in Pink Beach
Eyes & Cheekbones: Highlight HD Palette in Between Two Women
Bridal Makeup For Light Skin
A slightly more contoured, defined look for modern brides.
Eyes: Iconoclast Eyeshadow Palette in Lustrous Corduroy
Lips: Colour Brilliance Lipstick in The Met & 5Secs Express Lip & Cheek in Off Broadway
Cheeks: Bronze Summer Glow Powder in East Hampton & Blush Palette in Rosé
Cheekbones: Highlight HD Palette in Between Two Women
Bridal Makeup For Medium Skin
Make like Meghan Markle and opt for a naturally polished bridal look.
Eyes: Iconoclast Eyeshadow Palette in Burnt Sienna
Lips: Glazé in Minimalist & Matte Velour Lipstick in Lima
Cheeks: Matte Velour Powder in Light & Bronze Summer Glow Powder in Positano
Cheekbones: Highlight HD Palette in Between Two Women
Bridal Makeup For Olive Skin
Lucky naturally tanned brides can play up their warm undertones to create this stunning look.
Eyes: Iconoclast Eyeshadow Palette in Burnt Sienna
Lips: Colour Brilliance Lipstick in Spiaggia Rosa
Cheeks: Matte Velour Powder in Medium & Bronze Summer Glow Powder in Coco Island
Cheekbones: Highlight HD Palette in Between Two Women & Blush Palette in Rosé
Bridal Makeup For Medium-Dark Skin
This is an exuberant colour-rich beauty look for a lively statement on your wedding day.
Eyes: Iconoclast Eyeshadow Palette in Jaipur Marbles
Lips: Glazé in Pisco
Cheeks: Matte Velour Powder in Dark
Cheekbones: Dab on a bit of 5secs in Miss Saigon
Bridal Makeup For Dark Skin
A dramatic beauty set for a powerfully romantic bridal makeup look.
Eyes: Iconoclast Eyeshadow Palette in Burnt Sienna & Eyeliner in Carbon Black
Lips: Glazé in Splash & Matte Velour Lipstick in Lost in Translation
Cheeks: Matte Velour Powder in Dark & Bronze Summer Glow Powder in Positano
Cheekbones: Blush Palette in Merlot
Three universal tips for bridal makeup looks:
- Define your eyes with either classic black or mocha pencil, on your top lash line and blend into the chosen eyeshadow and a coat of mascara for that crisp, clean finish.
- For all looks, use our Radiate Beauty Balm for extra moisture and protection, its SPF 15 and Argan oil will keep your skin hydrated.
- Keep your go-to touch-up kit by your side in your bridal bag, and you won’t need to stress about happy tears smudging your eye makeup on your big day.
And PS…congratulations!
Love, Code8 x
