Wedding Makeup

You’ve said yes to the dress, made the decision between a veil or a flower crown, and had your Cinderella moment with the perfect pair of wedding shoes. Now all that’s left is to choose the best wedding makeup looks to complete your bridal vibes!

Whether you’re a makeup maven or an au natural babe, choosing your bridal makeup look is no easy task. After all, you don’t want runny mascara or blinding blush as you say your “I do’s” — especially since those photos are going to last a lifetime. No pressure or anything!

But don’t worry, we’ve got the tips to help you choose the wedding makeup looks that’ll give you that “just married” glow ALL day long. Just consider us your Sephora-obsessed besties! From DIY secrets to advice on working with a pro, we’re here to help you get that movie makeover montage you’ve always dreamed of.

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P.S. We’ve also created some guides on wedding hairstyles for long hair and short hair, since you’ll want your makeup to complement your ‘do, and vice versa! Now onto the glam!

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Choosing the best wedding makeup look for you is all about finding your signature style. Kind of like saying yes to the dress that just feels like

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For a bridal makeup look that feels as timeless as your love story, stick with the styles you already love rocking. Can’t leave the house without a bold lip? Choose a long-lasting shade for your big day! Love perfecting your cat eye before date night? Kick it up a notch for your bridal look! And if you usually keep your makeup simple, don’t feel like you have to try out the latest trends to tie the knot.

In other words: the best wedding makeup looks reflect your personal aesthetic and make you feel like the best version of yourself.

GWS Tip! If you’re having trouble deciding between all the amazing wedding makeup looks (because trust us, there are A LOT of stunners), it can be helpful to think about the venue and season of your wedding. For example, natural, sunkissed looks are perfect for summer beach soirées, while glammed up styles stun for formal winter weddings.

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Whether you’re looking to save on some wedding day expenses, or you want to keep your look simple and natural, DIYing your wedding makeup is a totally rad (and increasingly popular) option.

Especially since expert makeup tips and tutorials have never been easier to find (hello, TikTok)! If you do decide to DIY your day-of look, we have some pieces of advice to help you get a flawless finish:

While we love DIY (and have added tons more tips below!), there are also some killer benefits to having a pro craft your wedding makeup look. Makeup artists know all the best high-quality products, as well as how to make them last all night long. Plus, who doesn’t love a bit of pampering on the big day?!

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If you’re hiring a makeup artist to do your wedding makeup look, the cost will depend on your location, the artist’s experience, and the services you choose. But on average, a pro makeover will cost between $100 – $150. You’ll also want to factor in costs for makeup trials and your hair styling (since you’ll typically get them both done together!).

If you’re DIYing your wedding makeup, you can expect to spend between $50 – $150 on new, quality makeup. But think of this as an investment — you’ll have plenty of makeup left over after finishing your look for your bridesmaids to use, or for you to rock on your honeymoon and beyond!

GWS Tip: While you definitely want to use quality products on the big day, don’t feel like you have to fully revamp your makeup bag for a DIY bridal look. Your tried-and-true favorites earned their place on your vanity for a reason!

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Now that we’ve applied the foundation, it’s time to get into the glam! From bold brows to rosy pouts, here are the wedding makeup looks we can’t stop obsessing over.

Over the past couple of years, many of us have become well acquainted with the “no makeup” beauty look. With so much time at home, we’ve swapped our glam routines for skincare routines, and now we want to let that glow shine! That’s where natural wedding makeup looks come in.

Natural bridal makeup looks highlight your most eye-catching features, instead of covering them up. They’re perfect when you want to look like

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On the big day — after all, your natural look is the one that your S.O. first fell in love with! Plus, going full glam (especially if you don’t usually wear a ton of makeup) can sometimes leave you feeling unrecognizable on the big day.

Bring on the gloss! Our Y2K hearts are fluttering over natural wedding makeup looks that revolve around full, glossy lips. We’ve never been more excited about a beauty comeback — there’s just something so lush (not to mention kissable) about juicy, shiny lips!

But as anyone who lived through the early 2000s knows, finding the right lip gloss can be a challenge, especially if there’s going to be wind involved. You need something that’s not too sticky and doesn’t wear off with a single kiss.

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We’re loving the Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb lip lumizer (especially in this glowy rose shade). It’s non-sticky, extra nourishing, and smells AMAZING.

If you’re planning a whimsical outdoor wedding, it can be hard to keep your bridal makeup look perfectly in place after too long under the sun. For something soft and simple that won’t need a ton of touching up, we LOVE matte natural wedding makeup looks.

A matte finish will keep you from going shiny in photos and IRL — plus it gives off soft and sophisticated vibes. Complete the look with a long-lasting (and non-drying) matte lipstick. It doesn’t get better than this Rare Beauty Kind Words lipstick, which is hydrating, ultra pigmented, and designed to last!

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Boho brides and natural wedding makeup looks go together like champagne and sparklers! We’re obsessed with this flushed, feminine look for free-spirited brides that want to keep things au natural on their big day. (This Dior Rosy Glow blush is perfect for a natural flush!) Apply a rosy lip color that matches the shade of the blush, and you’re done!

GWS Tip: If you’re donning some sparkles on your big day, add a little whimsy to your look by covering your lids with a shimmery eyeshadow or highlighter. This looks extra enchanting with boho bridal crowns!

Is your S.O. always swooning over your gorgeous gaze? Make it extra memorable for your walk down the aisle with thick, eye-catching eyelashes!

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Whether you’re getting lash extensions, adding false eyelashes, or keeping things real, you can draw attention to your heart eyes with a curling and lifting mascara. This Roller Lash mascara from Benefit Cosmetics will do the trick! Add it under your regular (waterproof) mascara to give your lashes an extra pep in their step.

Bold brows are a beauty trend that aren’t going away anytime soon, and we are SO here for it! If you’re keeping your natural wedding makeup look super simple, a strong browline will add some dimension to your face.

P.S. If you’re getting your brows waxed or threaded before the big day, we recommend doing it about a week in advance. This will help you avoid any redness or breakouts as you say your “I do’s”!

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We’re peachy keen on this natural wedding makeup look! For the brides that want to give their lips the spotlight, a pop of pink will do the trick. Rocking a brighter shade of peach or coral will also make your face appear healthy and bright, especially on camera!

You may have to try out a few different shades to find the one that lights you up, but we’d recommend starting with this YSL Rouge Volupté Shine lipstick balm in a bright coral hue. How gorgeous would this be for a fresh and colorful springtime wedding?!

While it can be tempting to add tons of shimmer to your wedding makeup look, a little goes a long way when it comes to bridal highlighter.

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Add a just few pops of an enchanting shade (this Ofra X Nikkietutorials “Cloud 9” highlighter STUNS) to the high points of your face. Think: your cheekbones, the tip of your nose, and your cupid’s bow.

Major “blushing bride” vibes! To get this rosy natural wedding makeup look, smile your biggest smile (great practice for all your upcoming photos!) and blend a cream blush across the apples of your cheeks and toward your ears.

Cream blushes are great for giving you a glowy, dewy flush that’s super easy to blend. We love this cream blush stick from Milk Makeup because you can smooth it into your cheeks AND add a pop to your eyes, too!

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