BRIDAL MAKEUP INSPO PICS FOR YOUR PINTEREST BOARD
We understand that the search for the perfect makeup inspiration can be a struggle! And it's always best to bring 2-4 pictures to your bridal trial to show your Makeup Artist, so everyone is on the same page about your vision. The good news is, we have done all the hard work for you! We have created 8 collage's of the best inspiration photos for any bridal vibe you can think of. Dreaming of the perfect natural makeup look? We got you! Loving a romantic look to finish off your vision? We've got it! Wan't to wow your fiance with a bold red lip? We are with you! The best part is, you can pin each one to your pinterest vision board with ease! We hope that these inspo photos help you in creating your perfect wedding bridal makeup look, and save you lots of time from having to search for what you’re dreaming of. Enjoy!
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NATURAL
A natural bridal makeup style is often soft and subtle, bringing out a person's unique features with simple definition and enhancements. The foundation tends to be a very light coverage, with the focus being on skincare and taking down any areas of redness or blemishes. Usually, there are no strip lashes used in this look, having mascara be what darkens and defines the area. The lipstick is subtle with colors of nude or light pinks, and blush is toned down to a natural flush. This is the perfect look for someone getting married outdoors on the beach, or in the mountains, and loves to maintain a natural vibe in all areas of their beauty.
HOW TO COMMUNICATE THIS LOOK TO YOUR WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST
KEY DESCRIPTIVE TERMS: soft, natural, light, enhancement, simple, subtle, neutral, athletic, beachy, healthy, clean, effortless, lovely, easy, natural-glow FOUNDATION: Light coverage to take down redness and blemishes BLUSH: Soft pinks, corals, and peach CONTOUR: No contour CONCEALER: Light POWDER: Translucent, light, no baking HIGHLIGHT: No highlight BRONZER: No bronzer, or very light and blended EYESHADOW: Matte textured shadows, light brown, taupes, beige tones, only to enhance the eye EYELINER: no eyeliner or a soft smudged out brown in the lash line LASHES: mascara only, no fake lashes BROWS: clear gel or lightly filled with pencil LIP LINER: natural tones that match your personal lip shade LIPSTICK: subtle nude, flesh, and soft pink tones LIP GLOSS: clear or light pink gloss
CLASSIC
A classic bridal makeup style tends to use matte neutral tones to define and enhance a person’s unique features. The colors often used in this look are tuape’s, tans, beiges, browns, subtle black, soft pinks, and mauves. Depending on the bride's unique skin tone, the color tones will range from light to dark, whatever fits best for their features. The foundation is usually a medium coverage and does not use any glitter or highlight on the cheeks or eyes. The skin has a matte look, using powder blush in soft pink tones to give a light flush. This look typically includes a black or dark brown eyeliner to give definition to the eye, with soft strip or individual lashes. Eyeshadow tones are in the neutral range, enhancing the eye with a classic subtle style. This look follows a more traditional style, with modern makeup trends and pops of bold color not being used. This look is perfect for the bride wanting to feel chic, classic and made up, but not in an overdone way. This is also a great look for older brides or moms. We love this look for indoor weddings with a more formal or upscale flare.
HOW TO COMMUNICATE THIS LOOK TO YOUR WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST
KEY DESCRIPTIVE TERMS: traditional, chic, polished, clean, expensive, mature, matte, ladylike, elegant, classy, becoming, appealing, charming, lovely, neutral, sleek, timeless, preppy, posh FOUNDATION: matte, light to medium coverage BLUSH: soft pinks CONTOUR: no contour CONCEALER: medium coverage HIGHLIGHT: no highlight BRONZER: no bronzer EYESHADOW: neutral tones: taupes, tans, beiges, browns, subtle black, soft pinks, and mauves EYELINER: deep/dark browns & black LASHES: natural to slightly glam strip lashes or full styled individual BROWS: gelled and filled in LIP LINER: pink or nude tone to match lipstick LIPSTICK: light pink, pink, mauves, berry colors LIP GLOSS: no or clear gloss
ROMANTIC
A romantic bridal makeup style tends to be a step up from the natural makeup look, but with one area being more defined with more product. It is often enhanced with colors of soft pinks, peachy and/or mauve tones. Typically in a romantic style, the skin is given a healthy flush with a more pink or peach toned blush, sometimes using a cream blush to blend the product into a “skin like'' texture. The foundation tends to be light to medium coverage, still focusing on skincare and taking down redness and blemishes. The eyes are given a pop of color and a simple strip or individual lash is used to bring a bit of glam. Soft eyeliner in light or deep browns might be used to enhance the lash area on the top or bottom. The lips tend to stay a subtle color with nude, pink or peach tones being used to continue the romantic feel. We love this look for vineyard or garden weddings. The romantic makeup style is perfect for the bride wanting to bring a bit of glam beyond the natural vibe, but still wants to feel like themselves.
HOW TO COMMUNICATE THIS LOOK TO YOUR WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST
KEY DESCRIPTIVE TERMS: romantic, soft, sun kissed, pink, flushed, flawless, cute, dreamy, graceful, lovely, attractive, elegant, beautiful, youthful, monochromatic FOUNDATION: light to medium coverage BLUSH: soft pink, pink or peach tones CONTOUR: light contour to enhance features CONCEALER: light to medium coverage HIGHLIGHT: no to light satin highlight BRONZER: no to light bronzer EYESHADOW: pink, peach, mauve, soft brown, taupe EYELINER: deep brown, smudgy, blended LASHES: mascara, simple strip or individual lashes BROWS: lightly filled LIP LINER: soft pink or tones matching your natural lip color LIPSTICK: soft pink or tones matching your natural lip color LIP GLOSS: no or clear gloss
GLOWY
A glowy bridal makeup style is all about the shimmer, highlight, and luminous skin. The glowy look can range from a natural glow to a glamorous glow. It all depends on your personal style and wedding vibe. The eyes typically have a satin, shimmer, or glitter shadow on them, anything that is not matte. The skin can have a light foundation with a simple “glass” like glow, or be full coverage with the highlighter shining to the gods. Most glowy brides like to wear a gloss on top of their lip color to give that extra pop. This bride wants to shine as she makes her entrance down the aisle! We love this look for whimsical, pop of color, or fun themed weddings.
HOW TO COMMUNICATE THIS LOOK TO YOUR WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST
KEY DESCRIPTIVE TERMS: radiant, angelic, sweet, glass, beautiful, fun, celestial, chic, cute, dreamy, glossy, goddess, lovely, shiny, showy, youthful, gold, silver, shimmer, satin, glitter, halo FOUNDATION: light to full coverage- hydrating, radiant or glowy formula BLUSH: pink and peach tones CONTOUR: light to medium contour CONCEALER: light to medium coverage HIGHLIGHT: lots of highlight, cream, liquid, or powder forms BRONZER: light to medium bronzer EYESHADOW: satin, shimmer, or glitter textures in cream, liquid, or powder forms EYELINER: can be bold or soft, a liquid liner always goes well with this look LASHES: lots of individual or faux mink lashes BROWS: gelled and filled in lightly or fully, dealers choice LIP LINER: something nude or natural LIPSTICK: nudes, pinks, peaches or berry colors LIP GLOSS: yes, any style or product that fits your look
BRONZED
A bronzed bridal makeup look enhances the features with soft tans, browns and golds. A light smokey eye is key to this look, with the skin having a bronzed or sun kissed vibe. This look typically does not use a dark or black liner, keeping the eye more smudgy, blended, or smokey with brown and gold tones. This style tends to stay away from bright pink blushes or pops of lip colors. The skin is fresh and the foundation is light. The entire vibe is creamy sun kissed, like you just spent a day at the pool. We love this look for outdoor weddings with a laid back theme.
HOW TO COMMUNICATE THIS LOOK TO YOUR WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST
KEY DESCRIPTIVE TERMS: sun kissed, beachy, smokey eye, bronzed, tan, smudgy, stylish, radiant, goddess, lovely, gold, copper, brownish, rose-gold, sculpt, contour, summer FOUNDATION: light to medium coverage, matte or radiant BLUSH: little to no blush, soft pink or peachy tones CONTOUR: yes, any style or product that fits your look CONCEALER: light to medium coverage HIGHLIGHT: keep it simple, anything that will blend nicely with your sun kissed vibe BRONZER: Lots of bronzer, giving a tan or sun kissed feel EYESHADOW: smokey eye shadow in brown, taupe, mauve, tan, etc colors EYELINER: this look typically does not use a bold liner, but you can add whatever look you feel fits your personal style LASHES: yes, any style or product that fits your look BROWS: yes, any style or product that fits your look LIP LINER: natural, nude and peachy tones LIPSTICK: nude and peachy tones LIP GLOSS: clear, nude and peachy tones
VINTAGE
A vintage bridal makeup look is for those that love a red lip and a retro vibe. The style typically features a bold black eyeliner to give that throwback look. Most think of the 1950’s Marylin Monroe makeup when they think of vintage, but vintage can be any style that is not from our modern time frame. Looks can range from a thin brow 1920’s vibe, to a 1980’s pop of color Madonna style. But for the typical “vintage bride”, they want the glamor of the 40’s and 50’s. This look includes a bright red lip with medium to full coverage foundation. The blush is pink with no highlight or contour. We love this look for vintage themed weddings or any bride that wants to up the sex appeal for their big day!
HOW TO COMMUNICATE THIS LOOK TO YOUR WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST
KEY DESCRIPTIVE TERMS: retro, vintage, red lip, throwback, bold liner, nostalgic, classic, kitsch, mod, timeless, historic, flapper, pin-up, winged liner, cat-eye, arched brows, cupids bow, aesthetic, Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, twiggy, Grace Kelly, Sophia Loren, Jayne Mansfield, Dorothy Dandridge, Kim Novack, Jane Russell, Brigette Bardot, Lucille Ball FOUNDATION: medium to full coverage BLUSH: pinks CONTOUR: no contour CONCEALER: medium to full coverage HIGHLIGHT: no highlighter BRONZER: no bronzer EYESHADOW: neutral tones in creams, taupes, and soft browns EYELINER: bold liquid liner to fit the period style you are going for LASHES: strip lashes with a cat eye flare and style BROWS: thin or arched/rounded brows LIP LINER: a color to match your lipstick perfectly LIPSTICK: bold red (traditional) or whatever color to match the period style you are going for LIP GLOSS: high shine to match lipstick color
GLAMOROUS
A glamorous bridal makeup style is for the showstopper bride. This look has all the elements of modern makeup in one; contour, highlight, eyeliner, lashes, full coverage foundation, bold lips and full brows. This style is not for the “natural bride”. With this glam look, it's very important to bring photo examples of what you want for your makeup artist to look at, so you can both be on the same page. A glam look can travel a full range of styles. Some just want a glamorous eye, others might want the full package. Communication is key! We love this look for chic, modern and fun themed weddings.
HOW TO COMMUNICATE THIS LOOK TO YOUR WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST
KEY DESCRIPTIVE TERMS: stylish, hot, sexy, model, radiant, opulent, attractive, chic, fashionable, flashy, glowing, show-stopper, radiant, rich, trendy, beautiful, youthful, bold, sculpted, full-coverage, baking, professional, high-end, luxurious, expensive, celebrity FOUNDATION: medium to full coverage BLUSH: pink and peach tones CONTOUR: yes, any style or product that fits your glam look/style CONCEALER: medium to full coverage HIGHLIGHT: lots of highlight BRONZER: yes, any style or product that fits your glam look/style EYESHADOW: any bold style, cut crease is a popular look, lots of shimmer or even a dark smokey eye. EYELINER: a bold or subtle liner, whatever matches your style LASHES: bold strip lashes in full, faux mink, or mink styles BROWS: gelled, fully filled in and bold. LIP LINER: an over lined look is popular these days, but anything that matches the lipstick color LIPSTICK: pinks, nudes, liquid lipstick or bold color LIP GLOSS: yes, any style or product that fits your glam look/style
DRAMATIC
A dramatic bridal makeup style is for the alternative bride that follows their own path. This look can be bold and daring, with a dark lip and lots of liner. Or it can be an eye look that uses bright colors and big lashes. It’s whatever creative style you feel speaks to who you are. Every bride is unique, and their makeup should represent who they are and show their personality and style. Your makeup should be fun and make you feel like the best version of YOU! We love the dramatic look for the dreamer, goth, alternative, modern or art deco themed weddings.
HOW TO COMMUNICATE THIS LOOK TO YOUR WEDDING MAKEUP ARTIST
KEY DESCRIPTIVE TERMS: bold, strong, alternative, colorful, dark, goth, punk-rock, non-traditional, artistic, creative, eccentric, avant-garde, countercultural, free-spirited, underground fashion, different FOUNDATION: medium to full coverage BLUSH: pink and peach tones CONTOUR: yes, any style or product that fits your dramatic look/style CONCEALER: medium to full coverage HIGHLIGHT: as much or as little as you would like BRONZER: alternative looks don't tend to use much bronzer, but if it fits the creative vibe you are going for, have at it EYESHADOW: any bold color you feel matches your look and style EYELINER: as much or as little you want to match your creative vibe LASHES: a bold strip lash is always a great additional to this look BROWS: yes, any style or product that fits your dramatic look/style LIP LINER: a color to match the lipstick color you have selected LIPSTICK: the color you choose can range from nude and glossy to dark and matter. Select an option that looks create with your creative inspiration LIP GLOSS: yes, any style or product that fits your dramatic look/style
