How To Be a Bride

How to Be a Bride

Prep List for the “Big Day.”

So you’re engaged… Congratulations! Your wedding day will not only be one of the most exciting days of your life, but it will also be the most photographed. To be glowing and ready on the big day, you will need to follow a few simple steps.

1.  You will need to contact your hair stylist and makeup artist as soon as possible. Most Hair and Makeup Artists are booked at least 6 months to a year in advance. Do your research. Ask for examples of their work. And for goodness’ sakes, hire a pro.

2. You will most likely do a test run of your hair and makeup. I personally like to do them about a month out. Let your makeup artist know if you plan on getting spray tanned, or will be tanning. This will most likely change your foundation color, so they will need to be prepared for any changes. 

3. Ask questions; don’t be afraid to ask for a couple different looks if you aren’t sure what you like best! If you don’t like something, please tell your hair stylist or makeup artist. It won’t hurt our feelings, I promise.

4.  If you are going to get a facial before the big day, you need to get it at least 1-2 weeks before the big day. A facial can cause redness, irritation, and sometimes your skin will get worse before it gets better. Give it time to heel up so you will be glowy on the big day. Also, go to a pro!

5. Eyebrows should be done about 3 days to a week before the big day. This allows time for the redness to die down, as well as any subsequent break-outs or shiny-ness. IF YOU ARE SPRAY TANNING: Ask your eyebrow lady and your spray tan artist when to get your eyebrows done! You don't want to wax off your spray tan!

6. Teeth bleaching should be done according to the directions on the package. Don’t try to use 20 Crest White strips in one day… It doesn’t work like that!

7. On the big day, you will need to eat and drink plenty of water. Most brides forget to do both and they end up feeling awful on their wedding day. Of course, you will need to brush your teeth, wash your face, take a shower, (Don’t wash your hair the day of unless your hairdresser says otherwise!!!!) and MOISTURIZE. This is so important to do, especially on your face. It creates a nice, smooth base for the foundation to sit on. Also, exfoliate your lips, and then apply lip balm.

8. Seriously though, follow your own personal hair dresser’s and makeup artist’s instructions for how they want your hair and face to look the day of. If they say, “Don’t wash your hair on the same day, please!” then wash your hair the night before. Trust us. If you hire a pro, they know what they are doing and wouldn’t let you look bad! 

These are my basic Bridal instructions… Even if you don’t hire a hair stylist or makeup artist, following these basic steps will help create a great foundation for your wedding day!

Good luck! 

Morgan