Wedding Week: Top 10 Bridal Beauty Looks

No wedding would be complete without the obligatory 'beautiful bride'.  This means a whole package of dress, shoes, hair and makeup, which really makes me want to talk more about makeup! 

Many brides decide early on in the planning process whether they prefer to do their own makeup or have a professional makeup artist do the work for them.  It is easy to get wrapped up in all the other things that accompany a wedding, but the makeup really does make as big a difference as the dress, shoes or any other part of the bridal look. 

Makeup frames the face and enhances the natural beauty of the bride.  So think really carefully about the look that you want to go for.  Here I've compiled a list of the best celeb beauty looks as inspiration for your makeup look:-

Be a laidback bride

Amy Adams worked a soft and romantic updo with a side-swept fringe for an oh-so-pretty look. The hair is understated and super-versatile – dressing up a simple dress and drawing back from overly embellished designs. The Enchanted star dazzled in honeyglazed tones of peach and apricot, with slightly bronzed cheeks for a sunkissed, totally flawless look.

Be a blow-out bride

Oh to have a team of profesh hair and make-up artists on stand-by for a preened and polished look 24-7. Up the glam factor on your day with an A-list-style blow-out for a dusk 'til dawn do. Team run-his-fingers-through-your-hair tumbling curls with smoky eyes and statement red lips for a look that's photo-fabulous.

Be a summer-loving bride

The halo plait is taking over runways and red carpets alike – it's officially the hottest look for S/S 2012. For flawless make-up to match Bérénice Bejo's look, it's all about the base. Start with an illuminating primer and then apply foundation with a brush for even coverage that doesn't look cakey. Sweep illuminating powder over the face for last-all-day radiance and then lightly bronze cheeks for a natural-looking glow.

Be a city-chic bride

Jessica Chastain is achingly gorgeous with a complexion so perfect, I actually want to be her. Nail your skincare regime for an equally flawless look on the day: use a hydrating mask at home or invest in a work-hard facial and try a night serum to wake up feeling fresh-faced and fabulous. I love a half-up, half-down do for a chic-in-the-city style that's really pretty.

Be a bold bride

Just in! Katie Holmes has had the chop and I'm loving her new fringe. A sharp cut adds a little drama to the look, helping to frame the eyes. If you're thinking of trying a fringe, be sure to make the move well in advance of the wedding so you can grow it out if you decide it's not for you and keep it at eyebrow length – any lower and you'll squash your lashes, any higher and you'll look constantly surprised.

Be a boho bride

Bridesmaids frontwoman, Kristen Wiig, kept it casual with gently tousled waves and au naturel make-up. This style looks great with soft, chiffon dresses and long, floaty designs for a cool, ethereal vibe.

Be a vintage bride

Miley Cyrus paid homage to old-time charm with a vintage-style do – think shoulder-length curls loosely pinned at the back. To give your locks body and bounce, use a volumising shampoo and finish with shine spray. I'm also loving her eyeliner flick and oh là là lashes for big, bold, beautiful eyes.

Be a classy bride

A crystal headpiece or a fallback veil would look great with Milla Jovovich's sophisticated updo. This style softens the face and looks great with a glitzy gown – think Jenny Packham or Temperley.

The slicked-back bride

Go super sleek with hair pushed back to give your make-up the facetime it deserves. Natalie Portman has accesorised this look perfectly, using glitzy finishing touches for a hit of glamour.

Be a sassy bride

Penelope looked bridal-hot with a Fifties-inspired, structured do cropped just above the shoulders. A pair of crystal studs or pretty pearl earrings are the perfect accessory and if you're going to veil it up, go for a simple blusher veil. Then throw on a prom-style dress with lace gloves and you're good to go.













Which look would you choose?

xoxo,
Angelique