When it comes to preparing your skin for your wedding day i know your probably wonder what facial treatment you should be considering before the wedding day or what skin care products need to be in your day and night time routine so that your are glowing on the big day with or without makeup! Learn from the professionals about what your should be doing to get your skin wedding ready from Carolina bridal hair and makeup team alter-image!
How to Choose Your Hair + Makeup for Engagement Photos
How to Choose Your Hair and Makeup for Engagement Session Photos
You’ve just gotten engaged and are so looking forward to taking those next steps towards planning your wedding. Little did you know, getting engaged comes with a photo session and set of exciting milestones in itself, and you’ve now got to decide on what you want your hair and makeup to look like for the photos about to be captured. Keep reading for some quick tips on choosing the perfect styles for photos you’ll want to share and look at for years to come!
Where Are Your Engagement Photos Being Taken?
Before you can start with picking out your hair and makeup, it’s important to take into account the location at which your photos are being/will be taken. One of the last things that you’d want is to have your heart set on taking some gorgeous photos on the coast forgetting about it’s best friends—humidity and unexpected elements! Can you imagine things starting off smoothly, just to be interrupted by sandy winds and tangled hair? Be sure to keep an eye on the weather at your chosen location, and don’t be afraid to blend in or stand out from your chosen whereabouts.
How Long Will Your Engagement Shoot Last?
Depending on the length of your session which could be anywhere from 1-3 hours based on how many locations you’re visiting and a variety of other reasons, you’ll want to be realistic about the look you’re going for. Of course, if you’re treating yourself to services by professionals like our Glam Squad, you won’t have to worry when it comes to hair + makeup longevity. However, it’s a good idea to keep in mind how long you need your style and makeup look to last for your shoot. If you’re doing your own hair and makeup or are nervous about things holding up, be sure to check out this blog post for tips on how to prep for your session to maximize your look’s preservation. In the meantime, being sure to use a thermal styling spray to prep for your curls and starting with a properly prepped base for your makeup is a sure-fire way to make sure you look amazing in your photos and in person!
What Will You Be Wearing for Your Engagement Shoot?
Another thing that comes into play when choosing your hair and makeup for your engagement photos is making sure that it complements your outfit(s). If you’re going for a soft, relaxed, boho look, something like softer/beachy waves is a great way to complement that vibe. It would pair perfectly with a flowy dress and maybe a hat + some chunky jewelry, if you’re feeling sassy! If you’re going for a more classic vibe, even something as simple as soft bouncy curls, or a half up half down style are timeless and give you a lot of room to work with for different looks. One more thing you’ll want to take into consideration is any detailing or accessories you want to focus on. If you’re going more bold in the realm of accessories and/or fashion choice, a slightly less bold look may be on the horizon to balance things out.
Finding Inspiration for Your Engagement Session Hair and Makeup
You’ll definitely want to make your life slightly easier by getting some sort of inspiration for exactly what look you’re going for. When it comes to any special photo session/occasion, it’s always a good idea to start off with some ideas of what you’re going for. Whether that’s thumbing through magazines, scrolling through Pinterest, or fawning over Bridal books, it’s important to have some sort of foundation for those look ideas! After all, you will be looking back at these pictures and possibly using them for announcements, décor, etc. so it’s important to look and feel good! Are you in the mood for a cute party pony, a cranberry lip and a cute fall outfit to match? Or maybe you’re looking to tap into your girly/bohemian side by adding some pulled apart braids and a nice bronzing? Whatever the case may be, it’s always helpful to visualize yourself first.
Choosing Your Hair and Makeup for Your Engagement Photos
Whether you’re using your Engagement Session as a dual opportunity for your Bridal Trial by taking care of our Southern Charm Package or simply treating yourself to an extra Bridal treat along the planning process, you’ll be pleased you took your time choosing your Engagement Session look. Your engagement photos are just as important as the ones you’ll have taken on your big day, and you deserve to look and feel amazing in them. Oftentimes, your engagement photos are your first peek into how your wedding photos will turn out, and great inspiration for how you aspire to look on your wedding day. No matter what look you’re going for, we’re here to answer any questions you may have. We’ll look out for your inquiry!
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Bridal Trials, a peek into what you’ll really look like on your Wedding Day. An exciting time to work up a gameplan with your stylist/MUA, and to make your vision come to life. One of the biggest questions prior, is “What do I need to do to prep for my Bridal Trial?” Have no fear, we’re here to bring you some tips and tricks! By the end of this post, you’ll be more ready than ever, and you’ll have your stylist/MUA impressed with how prepared you are for your session!
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We all love to look good and to feel good too! It’s crucial when you’re going into a hair and/or makeup service to have an idea of how to have your hair correctly prep your hair and skin for your stylist and makeup artist. Properly having your hair and skin prepped not only helps out your Glam Squad members, but it also yields AMAZING results. Keep reading to know what your stylist and makeup artist should be informing you of, and keep these tips in mind to ask questions if needed!
Bridal Hair Accessories and How They Can Transform Your Style
Most likely, you’ll have some other type(s) of accessories in addition to what you’d like in your hair, so generally speaking, it’s a good rule of thumb to keep things on the simpler side. Now, this isn’t to say that you can’t go for those GORGEOUS accessories that boast different beautiful jewels, but if that’s what you have in mind, you may want to think about the other aspects included. It’s also a good idea to take your veil into consideration. If you’re going to be wearing a veil, you’ll want to think about how having your chosen accessory with your veil may affect placement. All in all, it’s a great conversation to have with your stylist, and even better to bring along for your Bridal Trial to figure things out ahead of time!
Why You Should Try Airbrush Makeup
When you’re getting something done, it’s a good idea to know a little bit about it— especially when you’re going to be paying for it! Airbrushing operates by using a power compressor (it’s a lot less scary than it sounds!) which creates an even airflow, controllable by your makeup artist, allowing for a gentle application. There are many different brands and even different types of machines! There are some that have almost a pen-like applicator that connects to its compressor via a hose, and some that are more compact and are more handheld. It’s definitely something that brides and clients alike find relaxing when sitting in the makeup chair!
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Whether you’re color-treated, chemically treated, or have overly processed hair, we all know what it’s like to deal with damaged locks. But no one wants to have damaged hair on their big day!! With it being the time of year where the air gets drier, it’s important to take the necessary steps to keep your hair hydrated and healthy! Not sure of what products to start with? No worries, we’re providing you with three of our favorite product picks for repairing damaged hair. You can find the products listed below at any Sephora, Ulta, Target, and more. If you’re ready to have your hair looking it’s best for your wedding day, keep reading!!
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There are so many boxes to check off when it comes to planning your wedding, and after doing your research and selecting vendors, one of the last things you want to be stressed about is your hair and makeup. Out of all the occasions you may opt to do your own hair and makeup applications, your wedding day is not the day to simply wish someone else could be making your life easier!
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