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Tying the knot soon? If reports are to be believed, it is estimated that over 10 million weddings are celebrated in India every year. So, you will probably be one of the many brides walking down the aisle on your big day. Now, why are we telling you that? This means you are not the only anxious bride scouting online makeup tutorials as the countdown to her big day begins. After all, exchanging promises with the one you love is nothing short of a monumental life event— which is why you mustn’t compromise on looking your best.
With stakes as high as your wedding images lasting for an eternity, the D-day makeup is probably the most significant look you'll ever wear. Of course, every inch of your look needs to be flawless be it your blush or the shade of your pout. As Shahrukh Khan rightfully said, “Aankhon Mein Teri Ajab Si Ajab Adayen Hai.” So, your makeup look should definitely be no less than ‘eye’-conic. With the eye look inspiration ranging from a soft barely-there dewy look to a dramatic goth winged look, it can get confusing for not just you but also your makeup artist to select the perfect eye look.
The way we see it, getting your beauty sleep along with all the peace you can is the first step towards looking fabulous on your big day. So, sit back and relax as we give you a sneak peek into our specially curated list of bridespiration looks.
Bridal Eye Makeup Looks
Here’s a lowdown on the best Indian bridal eye makeup looks organised by your favourite color. There's one for every bride.
1. A Pretty in Pink Eye Look
How to get this look:
Step 1: Start with a blend of waterproof primer, concealer and foundation to set the base.
Step 2: Define and fill in your brows with a brow pencil. Then, using a smudge-proof liquid kumkum, gently craft the red and white motifs along the brows.
Step 3: Apply Nykaa Matte to Last! Metallic Liquid Lipstick and Eyeshadow - Thank U, Next over your lids and flick out towards the brow bone to create a winged-out eyeshadow look. Don’t shy away from dusting some shimmer powder and blend it towards the crease.
Step 4: Stroke your lash line with Nykaa Black Magic Liquid Eyeliner - Super Black 01 and then continue the drama by attaching falsies to your eyelashes.
Step 5: You’re almost there. Finish off with a generous swipe of dark pink hue across your lips and your wedding eye makeup is now complete.
2. Golden Hour Eye
How to get this look:
Step 1: Prep your skin with primer, concealer and foundation. Opt for waterproof formulas, to save your makeup in case emotions run high.
Step 2: Dust the Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Glitter Single – Toasty over your lids and blend it with a contrasting matte black hue at the edges. The color transition must come off smooth so blend well with PAC Blending Eyeshadow Brush – 203.
Step 3: Using a black eyeliner, create the winged eye look. Count on intense falsies to tune up the drama.
Step 4: Rosy cheeks are non-negotiable. Get it by gliding Kay Beauty Matte Blush - Tickled Pink toward the high points of your cheek.
Step 5: Seal the deal with a swipe of nude lipstick.
3. Green For The Win
How to get this look:
Step 1: Begin with a blend of primer, concealer and foundation to achieve a smooth base.
Step 2: Sweep Daily Life Forever52 Pressed Sparkles Eyeshadow over the lids and then dab the black hue on just your crease and blend it outward. Smudge with your fingers to create a smooth transition.
Step 3: To make ‘em cheeks pop, gently glide pink blush over your cheekbones. Don’t go overboard with the color, the key is to achieve a subtle glow.
Step 4: Keep your lips muted with a swipe of Nykaa All Day Matte Proof- Dream Wife .
4. A Smokey Black Eye Moment
How to get this look:
Step 1: First things first, opt for a blend of waterproof primer, concealer, and foundation to ensure a makeup base that doesn’t budge.
Step 2: Sweep Coloressence Ultra Color Graphic Eyeshadow – Ash Black all over your eyelids and towards the brow bone.
Step 3: Now for some extra fun. Pick up your favourite kohl-mate and glide it along the upper and lower lash lines. Apply a second coat if required for more intensity.
Step 4: For a chiselled finish, define the high points of your face with your trusted highlighter and get that just-pinched glow for your cheeks with a red blush.
Step 5: Finish off with a swipe ofNykaa Paintstix! Lipstick - Polka Dots 27.
5. Fiery Red Look
How to get this look:
Step 1: Start with a full-coverage base including primer, concealer and foundation, in that order. We recommend going for cream-based products to avoid the cakey look.
Step 2: Groom sparse brows with a brown eyebrow pencil. Then, using a water-proof liquid kumkum gently draw on the red and white motifs between the brows.
Step 3: Using a flat eyeshadow brush, sweep Daily Life Forever52 X Parul Garg 40 Color Eyeshadow all over your lids. Gently blend in a black smokey shade along the outer corners of the eyes.
Step 4: Stroke your lash line with black eyeliner and then meld Kingdom Of Lashes Twinkle Lashes into your lashes for a dramatic effect.
Step 5: Pucker up your lips with a swipe of transfer proof red lipstick.
6. Blue For You
How to get this look:
Step 1: Prep your face first with a primer and then follow it up with concealer and a liquid-based foundation.
Step 2: Using Chambor Eyebrow Pencil, amp up your light arches to give them shape and definition.
Step 3: Starting from the inner corner of your eyes, sweep Coloressence H.D. Matte Eye Shade - Navy Blue halfway along your eyelids and then swipe a faint amount of black hue at the edges. Blend these two shades for a seamless transition.
Step 4: For an effortless glow, dab a cream based highlighter on the bridge of your nose, your brow bone, and along your cheekbones. Blend it out.
Step 5: Swipe your pout with.
7. Purple Perfection
How to get this look:
Step 1: Begin with a blend of waterproof primer, concealer and foundation for a smooth base.
Step 2: Dab some highlighter on the inner corner of your eyes. Sweep Kiko Milano Smart Colour Eyeshadow - 20 Pearly Iris all over the lids and blend towards your crease.
Step 3: Using a smudge-proof eyeliner, draw a cat eye. To further perk up your eyes, count on Nykaa Lash Talk Super Sizer Volumizing Mascara
Step 4: Ain’t no party without the blush! Dust a pink pigmented blush powder on the apples of your cheekbones. For a luminous finish, apply Swiss Beauty Drop and Glow Liquid Highlighter on the highpoints of your face.
Step 5: Finish off with a swipe of dark pink lipstick on your pout.
8. It Was All Yellow
How to get this look:
Step 1: Prep your skin with primer, concealer and foundation, in that order.
Step 2: Sweep the Miss Claire Single Eyeshadow – 0661 over your entire eyelid. Blend it with a black hue above the crease and towards the brow bone. The goal is to ensure softer edges.
Step 3: Using L'Oreal Paris Super Liner Gel Intenza 36H - Profound Black, draw a killer stroke along your upper lash line. Follow it up with intense falsies for hypnotic peepers.
Step 4: Score a sculpted finish with an illuminating highlighter. Dab and blend the formula on the high points of your face.
Step 5: Apply generous coats of MyGlamm Manish Malhotra Hi-Shine Lipstick - Fuchsia Fantasy to complete the look. Follow it up with a layer of lip lacquer for a glossy finish.
9. Frosty Silver Eyes
How to get this look:
Step 1: Begin with a blend of primer, concealer and foundation to achieve a smooth base.
Step 2: Dab some highlighter on the inner corner of your eyes to add dimension. Then sweep generous amounts of PAC Pressed Glitter Eyeshadow - 01 Starry Night over the lids and along the crease and brow bone. Merge it with a black hue at the edges.
Step 3:Next up, create a winged eyeliner with a smudge-proof formula. Continue the drama with thick coats of Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Waterproof Mascara Black on your lashes to up the hypnotic eye game.
Step 4:No bridal look is complete without a luminous glow. Get it by gliding Wet n Wild MegaGlo Hello Halo Liquid Highlighter on the bridge of your nose, your cupid’s bow and along your cheekbones.
Step 5: ATo ensure your pout game is on point, swipe a creamy formula of red lip shade.
10. Orange Me Up Eye Look
How to get this look:
Step 1: For a clean slate, start off by applying a primer, concealer and foundation, in that order.
Step 2: Sweep MAC Matte Eye Shadow- Red Brick Matte over the lids and then dab the black shade on just your crease and blend it outward. Smudge with your fingers to create a smooth transition between the two hues.
Step 3:Line your eyes with Nykaa Get Inked! Sketch Eyeliner Pen - Onyx 01. Still seeking some drama? Opt for a pair of lightweight fluttery beauties to add to your lashes.
Step 4:What’s a makeup look without a blush? Use the Biotique Natural Makeup Starstruck Matte Blush to make your cheeks look flushed without doing a number on your wallet.
Step 5: Finish off with a swipe of orange hue on your pout.
11. Cutting Edge Eye Look:
How to get this look:
Step 1: Start by making the perfect base for your look using a primer, concealer, and finally foundation.
Step 2:Pick a light eyeshadow as the base for your lids, we recommend the Too Faced Born This Way Nude Mini Eye Shadow Palette - Warm Ember Nudes. Using a brighter shade from the same palette and a brush, dab the eyeshadow into the crease of your eye and blend it out.
Step 3:For more definition, apply a few coats of mascara to your lashes using Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Waterproof Mascara - Cosmic Black
Step 4:For your cheeks, you can opt for the blessed contour and blush combination with the help of Swiss Beauty Cheeak-A-Boo 3 In 1.
Step 5: Complete the look with a swipe of Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution - Pillow Talk Medium on your lip.
Key Takeaways:
After finally rounding up your venue, choosing the dream dress and handling numerous other tasks, selecting the perfect wedding look for your big day is a deeply personal decision. Whatever makeup look you go for, be it a natural barely there makeup moment or a dramatic chic vibe, what truly matters is that you feel like the best version of yourself on your special day.
FAQ
1. What eye look can a daytime bride go for?
It is recommended to opt for a natural look during the daytime, going for all things minimal. A coat of mascara and kohl-rimmed eyes are more than enough for you to enhance your look. If you feel like experimenting, you can also go for a sweep of highlighter on your brow bone for a dewy look.
2. How do decide a wedding look?
After you’ve decided the vibe of your wedding, the season you want to get married in, and have selected your outfit, it's easier to go for a makeup look according to these three factors. Seeking inspiration from your favourite celebrity or influencer is also something one can go for. Lastly, keep in mind to go for a look that matches your skin tone and complexion. You can also go for pre-wedding trials for your look before finalising the one for you.
3. What is a preferred bridal eye look?
Brides tend to sport a soft natural look for their wedding nowadays. You can also easily go for such a look by warm brown or a rose gold shade for a rose-toned eye effect. Complete the look by going for a kohl-rimmed eye and sharp wing to add an extra oomph to your gaze
4. What type of makeup is best for a bride?
For a long-lasting, water-resistant coverage that can endure all the emotional rollercoasters of a wedding day, it is preferred to go for Airbrush makeup. It conceals all the acne scars, blemishes and marks giving you a beautiful flawless look without making it too heavy or cakey.
5. Which eyeliner is the best choice for a bride?
If you want to go for a sharp look with precise lines, then a classic liquid eyeliner if the answer to your wishes. We recommend the Kay Beauty Quick Dry Liquid Eyeliner - Black Canvas. Gel eyeliner is also a good choice for those wanting to go for a softer, more subtle look. You can get yourself Inglot AMC Eyeliner Gel - 77 if gel liner is on your wishlist.
