Get that bridal glow

Look stunning on your big day

Heat and humidity is always a summer bride’s number one enemy. It can cause your make-up to melt completely if, it is not applied right. A girl’s wedding day has to be one of the most unforgettable days in her life and looking good becomes a major part of it. So don’t let the wedding jitters get the better of you Whether you are going for a traditional look or a fusion feel, these make-up tips will make sure you look ethereal on your big day:

• Apply your foundation using professional techniques like strobing and airbrushing to give a dewy look that leaves a subtle sheen.
• Unleash your regal charm by turning to the summer shade of the season. Use different eyeshadow shades, from low to high intensity. This will add drama to the eyes. Rim them with dark kohl. Finish by adding a touch of natural shade for the lips.
• For a morning function, opt for a gradient of pink eyeshadow blended with molten gold to magnify the sparkle in your eyes and define them with sharp edges of kohl. Contouring your delicate features, finish with a glossy brown nude lip colour to add opulence to this look.
• Use opulent shades of bronze and gold on your eyes. Illuminate the dewy base with a golden-bronze shimmer which blends beautifully with Indian skin tones.
• Make a powerful statement and enhance your pout by strutting a bold metallic red lip.
• Smokey eyes with nude make-up is always a statement look. Absolutely simple and versatile, these eyes can be created effortlessly using a kohl pencil and eyeshadow. Upgrade this look by dabbing on gold shimmer in the centre of the eyelid.
• Use a highlighter on your cheeks to achieve an illuminating glow and a soft peach blush on your cheeks.
• Apply a shade of pearl eyeshadow in the inner corner of your eye and brow bone to highlight them.
• Line your eyes with a glitter eyeliner lightly and finish it off with 2-3 coats of mascara.

It is ‘your’ big day so make sure you don’t compromise on getting the perfect look.

(The author is National Creative Director Make-up, Lakmé Salon)