I am well aware that weddings are the shining moment of the bride and with all due respect, we should honor that (a.k.a. follow the dress code to the dot). But at the same time, we can’t deny that weddings also mean photo opportunities and the possibility of meeting a potential life partner!
As for me, the true deeper meaning behind attending a wedding in a smashing outfit, and hair and makeup is, in fact, showing appreciation to the couple who made efforts to share this monumental event in their lives with you—and make it beautiful. I mean, what could be more breathtaking than witnessing a love story by the beach?
Here are looks to consider:
Because summer prints aren’t limited to floral.
Turn this bohemian look into a classic: try a simple, middle-part, low ponytail with barely-there eyes (skip the mascara!), and a punchy, matte red lip.
Suggested Product: Maybelline Super Stay Matte Ink in Pioneer, P299
With a lot going on with your dress, wear your hair down, sleek and simple, as perfectly blow-dried as possible. You can add a sliver of silver on your lids for shimmery eyes—like sunlight reflecting on water!
Suggested Product: Pink Sugar Eye Candy Eyeshadow Palette in Eye Candy 1, P699
For the rare times you’re asked to wear black or white.
Brighten the mood of this ruffled black dress with a prim ballerina bun and a sweetheart pink glossy lip.
Suggested Product: L’Oreal Infallible Pro-Matte Gloss in Blushing Ambition, P400
With traditional lace, try an unusual beauty combo: a worn-in ponytail (tied back with a ribbon or a scrunchie) with a few strands falling out, and super-pigmented lilac on your lids or the inner corners of your eyes.
Suggested Product: Pink Sugar Eye Candy Eyeshadow Palette in Eye Candy 2, P699
Hues that complement the sunset.. Best for afternoon weddings.
How about tight, school girl plaits in the afternoon that you can undo and loosen into wavy locks in the evening? For your lids, cheeks, and lips, go for a monochomatic look that matches your dress; or get ahead of yourself and try the drunken flush and bring on the blush!
Suggested Product: Milani Rose Powder Blush in Romantic Rose, P500
Look healthy, hydrated, and fresh by the beach with a slicked back high ponytail, glossy coral lips, and glow-from-within skin.
Suggested Product: Toni&Guy High Definition Spray Wax, P750
Pants are an option.
Stand out in your bold blue co-ords with a side part and hair accessories (think a diamond-encrusted clip or a set of bejewelled bobby pins). Work a luminous base for your face, and finish with a nude or taupe lip.
Suggested Product: Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation, P399
Put in the summer in this rogue suit with a mod up-do (thick headbands are back in season) and bright red, just-bitten lips.
Suggested Product: Maybelline Color Sensational Lip Gradation in Coral 1, P349
Last but not least are florals – how can we forget?
Offset the structure of this dress with a sexy bed-head and show that you’re loads of fun with sunny yellow or lime green on the eyes!
Suggested Product: Toni&Guy Sea Salt Texturizing Spray, P890
This floral maxi makes you stay true to all the beach-y elements: an undone wet look for your hair, a sandy smoky eye, and rosy cheeks.
Suggested Product: Pink Sugar Sweet Cheeks HD Cheek Color in Summer Nights, P299
