Q&A Beauty Look the best version of you with our expert advice WHAT’S TRENDING? What upcoming bridal trends can we expect this year? It’s the year of the ‘elevated clean girl’ aesthetic for bridal make-up. Think a skin-like base enhanced for the ultimate glowing and radiant appearance. Bridal looks will be cohesive in 2024, pairing similar tones for the cheeks, eyes and lips. It’s all about enhanced beauty, with brides feeling like the best versions of themselves. Even eyeliners are being kept soft, subtle and smoky with cool-toned matte eyeshadows favoured over shimmers, creating a lovely balance with the glowing and highlighted skin. Individual cat-eye lashes will also be popular for that perfect finish to the eyes. For hair, we will see an adaptation of the ‘90s supermodel twisted updo for an effortless yet put-together look. For more rustic weddings, boho twists and braids will continue to be a popular choice. Curly-haired brides are embracing their natural waves for the big day, adding a few tamed curls to the final look while keeping bridal make-up more natural for dream-worthy looks. Gabriella Caswell | Caswell Beauty | https://caswellbeauty.co.uk LOOKING YOUR BEST I want to look my best for our wedding; what’s your top beauty tip? I cannot express enough how important a good skincare routine is in the lead-up to your wedding, as it will help give that wedding day glow! Great make-up starts with great skin, and it’s never too late to start – consistency is definitely key! An eye cream should be your best friend in the lead-up to your big day! Pop it by your bedside and use it morning and night, as the most common pet hate for brides is creasing under the eyes. Keeping it real, all skin has texture and will move as you’ll be smiling all day long – it’s your wedding day after all! Keeping your under-eye area hydrated with an eye cream will help to plump out some fine lines and keep your concealer in place for as long as possible. Rachel Bray | Rachel Bray Makeup Artistry www.rachelbraymakeupartistry.com www.gettyimages.co.uk 74
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