Simple Yet Elegant Makeup Tips for the Blushing Bride

Once you’ve chosen the perfect wedding dress, it’s time to think about the makeup look that can help you look and feel your best on your special day. 

This year, more and more brides are adding a delicate and feminine touch to their weddings through Pantone’s Color of the Year—so why not base your bridal makeup on the same theme? Known as Peach Fuzz, this peach color is subtle, thus calling for a classic and feminine look worth capturing in photographs.

But even if you don’t have a set theme yet, you can never go wrong with a simple yet elegant look that’s sure to complement your facial features. So, here are makeup tips and ideas to let you showcase your natural beauty on your wedding day.

Start with a flawless base

Every classic makeup look starts with a flawless base. So, ensure that your face is prepped well with skincare so the products apply smoothly without creating uncomfortable texture or smudging. When choosing your base products, consider QVC’s makeup selection, which includes foundations and concealers that can provide the perfect coverage you need throughout your wedding day. For instance, the LWYA Gone in a Swipe Foundation has a soft, buildable formula that can even out your skin tone while still giving you a natural glow. Meanwhile, the Anastasia Beverly Hills Magic Touch Concealer has a creamy and lightweight formula built for comfortable wear.

Go for a subtle blush

Your blush is the key to enhancing your base makeup by adding warmth and radiance to your face. Since you’re going for a simple yet elegant look, it’s best to avoid dramatic pink shades that leave your makeup looking overdone.

Instead, makeup artists recommend sticking to subtle shades that flatter your complexion and undertone. For example, the Nars Blush is available in a range of translucent, natural shades with matte, satin and shimmering finishes to create a neutral rosy blush. Apply the blush along the highest points of your cheeks and down the bridge of your nose for a flushed appearance.

Use color theory for your eye makeup

Eye makeup is also essential for nailing the classic and feminine bridal look, so choose soft, flattering shades that show up well in photographs. Just like your blush, try not to overdo it with striking colors and sharply defined eyelids.

Rather, consider consulting the color wheel to ensure that your eyeshadow combinations complement key features like your eye color. To illustrate, blue eyes are best contrasted with gold, ochre or yellow undertone to make them stand out, as yellow is the opposite of blue on the color wheel.

Choose a natural lip combo

Lastly, top off your simple bridal look by choosing a natural lip combo that makes your lips look soft and luxurious without overpowering the other aspects of your makeup. In this case, the high-shine lip gloss by the BIPOC women-owned brand Shades by Shan is the perfect choice for your lips. 

Released as the limited-edition The Lip Shine, it provides a subtle, long-lasting color inspired by Pantone’s Peach Fuzz. Despite being designed for long wear times, it doesn’t leave a sticky residue and instead nourishes your lips with natural ingredients like almond, olive and jojoba oil. The gloss looks best when layered on top of an MLBB (my lips but better) shade, allowing you to feel comfortable in your own skin.

Whether you plan to do your own makeup or work with a professional, following these tips will help you achieve a look that brings out your best features on your most-awaited day. Check out the rest of the posts here at WeddingDay Magazine for more guides and tips for Midwest brides.

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