Bridal Makeup: How to Prep for your Trial
What your Makeup Artist would love from you!
Your bridal makeup trial is more than just a preview—it's a crucial step in your wedding planning journey!
This is the time to explore how your makeup will look, feel, and photograph on your big day. To make the most of your session, come prepared with a few helpful references. Here are three helpful tips to make your wedding makeup as smooth as your day!
Bring a recent photo of yourself where you loved your makeup.
Collect photos of makeup looks you admire, especially ones featuring models with a similar skin tone to yours. These visual aids help your artist understand your preferences and tailor a look that flatters you best.
It’s time to start a dedicated skincare routine...
As well-prepped skin is the best canvas for a flawless finish! Let's be honest, weddings are stressful! Your skin is one one of the first things to take a hit from the the mountains of planning you've taken on! Getting ahead of the chaos can help for not only a great engagement season, but an even better wedding weekend! Get to know your skin and what it needs best. This can help you look your best on your wedding day, but be able to relay any information to your artist on what your skin needs.
The trial isn’t just about the makeup—
It's about building trust and comfort with your artist. This session is your opportunity to communicate, ask questions, and observe how your artist works. Don’t worry if you don’t fall instantly in love with the first version of your look. Trials are meant to be refined; through collaboration, your artist will learn how to enhance your natural beauty in a way that aligns with your vision. By the time your wedding day arrives, you’ll feel confident and relaxed, knowing you're in the hands of someone who understands how to make you feel like the most elevated version of yourself!
When choosing your bridal makeup style, think about how you usually like to present yourself. You want to feel glam, but also like you. A makeup look that complements your everyday style will ensure you feel comfortable and recognizable in photos and in person. At the same time, bridal makeup should be a step above your daily routine—it needs to withstand long hours, emotional moments, and the scrutiny of professional photography. Your artist will use techniques and products designed for longevity and flash photography, ensuring you look radiant from your first look to the last dance.
