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How to Create a Cohesive Hair and Makeup Look for your Bridal Party

As a bride, you want everything to be perfect on your big day, including the hair and makeup looks for you and your bridal party. A cohesive look can bring a sense of unity and harmony to your wedding photos, and it can elevate the overall theme and atmosphere of your celebration. However, creating a cohesive hair and makeup look for your bridal party can be daunting, especially if you have a large group of people with different skin tones, face shapes, and personal style preferences.

Here are some tips to help you navigate this portion of your wedding planning.

Plan Ahead

It’s important to start thinking about the hair and makeup looks for you and your bridal party at least a few months in advance. This will give you enough time to research different options, get feedback from your bridal party, and make any necessary adjustments.

It’s also a good idea to communicate with your hair and makeup team early on to discuss your vision and any specific requests and to have a trial run to ensure everything is on track and make any necessary adjustments. By planning and being organized, you can create cohesive hair and makeup looks perfect for your big day.

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Consider the Overall Theme and Location

Before you start thinking about specific hair and makeup looks, it’s essential to consider the overall theme and location of your wedding. This can help narrow down your options and ensure that your hair and makeup looks will be fitting and complementary for the rest of your wedding.

For example, if you have an outdoor mountain wedding, you may want to opt for more natural and effortless hairstyles and makeup looks that won’t be affected by the potential conditions on the mountain.

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Choose the Bride’s Look First

As the bride, you are the center of attention on your big day, and your hair and makeup look will be the most important look. Therefore, it’s a good idea to choose your look first.

When deciding on your look, consider your personal style, dress, and the overall theme and location of your wedding. This will help ensure that your look is the focal point and that everything else is cohesive and complementary.

You want to choose a look that makes you feel beautiful, confident, and comfortable but also fits in with the overall aesthetic of your wedding. You can get inspiration from magazines, Pinterest, or your personal preferences. You can also seek the advice of a professional hair and makeup artist to help you choose the best look for you. By choosing your look first, you can create a cohesive hair and makeup look for your bridal party that is perfect for your big day.

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Think About the Bridesmaids Looks

After choosing your hair and makeup look, focus on the looks for your bridal party. When selecting the looks for your bridesmaids, consider their style, skin tone, face shape, and body type. You want them to feel comfortable and confident in their hair and makeup. At the same time, you also want everything to be cohesive and unified. An excellent way to do this is to choose a specific color palette or theme and then work with your hair and makeup team to create looks that fit within that palette or theme.

Consider Makeup & Hair Together

When creating a cohesive hair and makeup look for your bridal party, it’s essential to consider both the makeup and the hair together. This will help ensure that everything looks cohesive and harmonious rather than having one element clash.

For example, suppose you’re going for a natural and effortless hair look. In that case, you may opt for a more minimalistic makeup look. Also, consider coordinating the hair and makeup by using similar colors or styles, such as matching the lip color to the bridesmaids’ bouquets or doing a braided hairstyle that matches the theme of your wedding.

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Communicate with the Hair and Makeup Team

Once you have an idea of the hair and makeup looks you want for you and your bridal party, it’s essential to communicate with your hair and makeup team. This includes discussing your vision and any specific requests and providing them with photos or examples of the looks you have in mind. It’s also a good idea to have a trial run with your hair and makeup team to ensure that everything is on track and to make any necessary adjustments.

Trial Run

A trial run is an excellent opportunity for you and your bridal party to see how the hair and makeup looks will turn out on the day of the wedding. It’s a chance to make necessary adjustments and ensure everyone is happy with their looks. During the trial run, you can also discuss any last-minute changes or requests with your hair and makeup team and ensure that everyone knows what to expect on the wedding day.

Conclusion

By following these tips and working closely with your hair and makeup team, you can create cohesive, harmonious, and perfect looks for your big day. With a bit of planning and coordination, you can create a stunning hair and makeup look that will make you and your bridal party feel beautiful and confident on your special day.

If you’d like to discuss or book us for your hair and makeup for you and your party, please don’t hesitate to reach out.