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Bride’s Wedding Day Emergency Kit

Bobbi Brown’s new Limited Edition Bridal Kit ($75) has the absolute essentials that a bride will need on her big day. “On your wedding day, you should look like yourself at your most beautiful,” she says, and this kit works with all skin tones to create a natural look that accentuates your natural beauty. This Bridal set features the makeup basics for the bride, bridesmaid or mother of the bride to customize their look. Available at Neiman Marcus stores, the kit comes in a sleek white case with a mirror and interior pockets.

Bridal Kit Contains:

• Exclusive Ivory Eye Shadow
• Black Ink Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner
• Black No Smudge Mascara
• Pink Sugar Shimmer Lip Gloss
• Short Handle Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush
• White Cosmetic Case

Bobbi Brown’s Top 10 Weddding Day Tips

• Flash photography emphasizes pink tones, so be sure to even out skin with a yellow-toned foundation. Start around the nose and mouth where there’s redness, then blend out to the rest of the face.
• Set concealer and foundation with Sheer Finish Loose Powder to make them longer-lasting and to ensure that skin looks matte in pictures.
• If your dress has an open neckline, be sure to warm up your neck and chest with a dusting of Bronzing Powder.
• Use a water-resistant liner that can withstand tears; try Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner applied with the Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush. If you prefer to line with shadow, make it longer-lasting by applying it with a slightly damp Eye Liner Brush. Finish with a water resistant mascara like Lash Glamour.
• After applying all your eye makeup, finish with a highlighter shade on the browbone to make eyes pop. Rub your finger in a light matte shade and pat lightly on the outer corner of the browbone.
• For a pretty flush that lasts, use two shades of Blush. First, apply a neutral shade on the apples of cheeks, blending up into the hairline, then downwards to soften. Then apply a brighter shade just on the apples of cheeks.
• Neutral and pale lip colors look washed out in photographs, so choose a lipstick that’s one to two shades brighter than what you normally wear. Pinks, roses and plums are great choices for brides.
• To make Lip Color last longer, line and fill in lips with Lip Pencil before applying your lipstick.
• Carry a touch-up kit with concealer, pressed powder, lipstick or gloss, lip liner, tissues, mints, and a mini sewing kit (for emergency clothing fixes like a dropped hem or popped button).
• Have Fun!

Pre-Wedding Wellness Tips

• Eat smart. Choose whole grains, fresh greens and fruits, and clean proteins like chicken, fish, and beans.
• Hydrate. Drink lots of water daily to hydrate skin and flush out toxins.
• Move Your Body. Exercise at least three times a week to strengthen your body and calm your mind.
• Take Relaxing Baths. Add soothing Epsom salts or skin-softening powdered milk to your bathwater.
• Be Present. Slow down and appreciate what’s around you rather than rushing to get from start to finish.

Wedding Day Touch-Up Tips

• Pack your purse with concealer, pressed powder, lipstick or gloss, lip liner, tissues, and mints.
• Sewing kit with prethreaded needles and a pair of tiny fold-up scissors to fix a hem or popped button.
• Static spray and lint remover to get rid of static cling and lint on clothing.
• Prewrapped wipes to remove makeup and food stains.

Hollywood Secrets: Becoming the Beautiful Bride with Hair and Make-up Artists

Have you ever wondered why Hollywood stars always look perfect and stunning? Neither a hair is loose nor a blemish present in their pictures. However, stunning beauty both in person and in photographs is not reserved for the red carpet goers alone.

If you want to look like a star in your wedding day, you simply need to utilize Hollywood beauty secrets – and your gorgeous appearance will shine through your special day and in all of the photographs that will capture your beauty forever.

Every Hollywood starlet enlists the help of professional make-up artists and hair stylists to make them stunning. Thus, many brides turn to wedding hair and makeup stylists in Dallas, Texas to achieve a starlet, stunning look. Here are some insider tips to helping you look your best on the big day.

Maximizing your style

Every Hollywood star knows exactly what looks good on her – or else she ends up in the tabloids or the “do not wear” list. Thus, for every bride, it is important to understand yourself – and what looks good on you. For example, if your face shape is naturally round, then ringlets that end at the chin are not the most flattering. Instead, you want a hair style that will elongate your face, along with make-up tricks that will slim your cheeks.

You want your wedding makeup to reflect your personality, and your Dallas, Texas wedding makeup artist should take this into consideration. For instance, if you normally do not wear a lot of makeup, you may prefer a more natural look. Or, you might want to use the hottest makeup trends so that you can rival any Hollywood starlet. Remember, it is important to stay true to who you are – and there are always make-up tricks that can achieve the perfect look for you.

Getting a consultation

Hollywood stars always have dozens of “trials” before any red carpet hand. However, for most brides, their wedding day will be the first time that they ever have had their hair and makeup professionally done.

Having a consultation with your Dallas, Texas wedding hair stylist and makeup artists can give you a chance to experiment with different looks. The consultant will help you decide which looks will best compliment your face, dress, and accessories. It is helpful if you take in some pictures of styles that you like to give your stylist a sense of direction, and do not be afraid to speak up about looks that you hate and those that you love. This ensures that you get the best look that compliments your style, dress, and face shape.

Making sure your look lasts

Your wedding makeup artist in Dallas, Texas should be familiar with the weather and the types of makeup that will work with your skin type and the conditions. Make sure he or she knows if your wedding will be indoors or outdoors. The consultation is a good time to try different brands and styles to see what will work for you. However, there are some tips that you can use to make sure you stay looking gorgeous once you leave the wedding makeup consultant’s office.

• Use lip balm to avoid dry lips before the wedding, but do not apply it within an hour of having your makeup done.
• Avoid harsh cleansers on your skin, which can make it oily or cause it to breakout.
• Make your final selections of makeup types at least a month ahead of time to avoid reactions.
• Do not get a facial immediately before the wedding. Have your last facial one week to one month ahead of time depending on how frequently you normally get them done.
• Apply moisturizer 20 minutes before your makeup.
• Always test drive your makeup. Mist your face with water to simulate tears and/or swear to make sure that it will stay on throughout the ceremony. Eat at least one meal to make sure that it will last throughout your reception.

Finishing your look with hairstyles

Like your wedding makeup artist, you should visit your wedding hair stylist in Dallas, Texas beforehand as well. Certain hairstyles will work better with long or short cuts and with straight or curly hair. Make sure that your wedding hair stylist knows what accessories you are planning on using, such as jeweled hairpins or flowers, and if you plan on wearing a veil. The type of dress you have picked out will also be a consideration, since some dresses will be complimented by certain styles.

Your style and your wedding

Once again, you may want to run through several styles to see what appeals to you. Taking in pictures of styles you like can help your Dallas, Texas wedding hair stylist choose looks that appeal to you. Up-dos are often more appropriate for a formal wedding, while longer styles can be used in a more casual setting. Time of day and location will also play a factor – if you are planning on an outdoor wedding on a breezy afternoon you will want something that looks great all day.

As part of your consultation with your Dallas, Texas wedding hair stylist and makeup artist, you may consider pampering yourself with some popular beauty treatments. Facials can help your skin shine, while gloss hair treatments help your hair to look its best. Manicures and pedicures will help keep your nails looking their best, while massages can help you relax and rest so that you look refreshed on your big day – ensuring that you shine as brightly as any Hollywood starlet!

Top Spot

The top place to get your hair done is Studio One Ten off of Travis St. The hairdressers are very professional, and Tori can make it happen, but the staff there are all great.

They also do large wedding parties for all of the bridal gals, as well as makeup. Cathy, one of the make-up artist, is one of the best in Dallas.