Bridal Beauties

15.Jul,2012

Be inspired the season’s top bridal beauty trends fresh from the international runways.

Bronzed Brides

Pinks and peaches are so passé – this spring it’s all about bronzed brides. Channel these subtle yet radiant tans from Christos and Kenneth Pool, or if your complexion is best left milky white, add a little golden eye a la Marchesa or Reem Acra.

Accessorise, Accessorise, Accessorise!

Hair accessories reigned supreme this season, from subtle white Alice bands paired with bouffants at Christos to jewel encrusted headbands at Reem Acra. Bolder brides will be inspired by Herrera’s exceptional wide-brimmed hats or Badgley Mischka’s feature-floral fascinators.

Chignon Chic

A classic style that softly frames the face, a chignon is the ultimate it simple elegance. This hairstyle is also the perfect base for a veil; Try one worn to the back as at Carolina Herrera or draped over the face like Oscar de la Renta’s. For brides who are going veil-free, a chignon is the perfect complement to a headband, as proven at Reem Acra. For a less severe look, try a loose bun skewed slightly to the side.

Line up!

Bold, black eyeliner was a popular choice this season, making the eyes the focal point of many beauty looks. At Badgley Mischka and Carolina Herrera, black was used to accentuate the top lashes, while the bottom lashes were left liner free. Over at Kenneth Pool and Ines Di Santo, the liner was taken round the whole eye. If you’re keen to try this trend, be sure to use a budge-proof formula for the big day!