It was a beautiful ceremony and you got through it and the reception without a hitch, you wore a beautiful gown, and you thought the wedding was perfect until the pictures got back and saw that you looked awful in them. What can you do to make sure that your photos are as beautiful as the memories you have?
Never scrimp on your photographer. Who will remember if your bouquets had daisies or rare and exotic orchids? But years from now, your wedding album is what your great grand children will be looking at. They're not just souvenirs, they're heirlooms. That's why you need to spend on them.
Complicated hairstyles and veils should be avoided. You'll be walking around, too busy talking to guests to check the mirror. You would want to prevent your veil from hanging to the side or your bangs plastered to your face. It would be better to keep it simple and elegant. If a dramatic veil is what you are looking for, then try to find a style that will allow you to detach part of it so you will be left with something less cumbersome at the reception.
You can either buy or make a pouch or clutch bag that will match your gown. It should carry blotting paper, pressed powder, lipstick and blush. Your maid of honor can carry it or keep it handy for you.
Wear waterproof mascara. Chances are, you will cry a lot. It's guaranteed. You will be left with unflattering raccoon eyes because black mascara will run.
Don't wear heavy powder eyeshadow. Again, you will cry. You will walking around in heavy makeup, a thick gown, and lots of guests milling around you so you will surely sweat. Powder can cake and smear and even end up under your eyes.
Don't wear sheer lipstick. You will end up eating it off. But if you do, the sheer lipstick can be applied as a top coat and a matte or semi-matte lipstick can be the base. Be sure to blot well, or it'll end up around your mouth or on your teeth.
Don't wear heavy shimmery makeup, unless it's applied by a professional makeup artist. It doesn't photograph well under less than perfect lighting conditions. Only apply them on the eyes if you want this makeup.
Bridal music should not be harsh but rather soft and romantic. Natural pinks are most flattering, and really make you look like a "blushing bride". Unless blended well and kept close to the eyeline, you should avoid hard-edged contouring and dramatic browns. When it comes to your lipstick, you should also stick to the pinks and brownish pinks. Bright reds look too harsh worn against a white dress.
Another thing you need is a good foundation that lasts but doesn't cake. Applying moisturizer first and letting it set is the trick. Doing this will prime your skin. Before applying a concealer, apply a matte or cream foundation first. To dust powder foundation, use a brush.
Right after the ceremony, when everyone's makeup is still intact, you should take good photographs. You should have solo shots, couple shots, and group photos with your entourage, friends, family members.
Ask for a few black and white photographs. They always have a soft, romantic feel.
If you'll be having outdoor photographs, light is most flattering in the morning and at dusk. Avoid any outdoor shots from 11 am to 2 pm; everyone will just be squinting.
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