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Tearproof Your Makeup With Magical Mascara
Waterproof mascara is a necessity on your wedding day so make sure you bring it to your makeup appointment. No one wants their wedding day glow to be overshadowed by big black streaks running down their face.
When applying waterproof mascara, take your time to coat every single lash. Waterproof mascara is not usually made to lengthen, thicken or curl your lashes, so you have to spend time applying it to make it look as flawless as some other mascara brands. Another tip to tear proof your wedding is to blot, not wipe or rub your tears with Kleenex. Blotting your tears soaks up wetness without disturbing the rest of your makeup like wiping or rubbing them would. So for a streak free wedding day, make sure you remember that waterproof mascara and blot, don’t rub those tears away.
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Accentuating Your Assets
If you are one of those lucky brides that have alluring eyes, you should highlight them with pretty eye makeup on your wedding day. And if you are a bride with those luscious lips, you should emphasize them with a great lip color. But you should not call attention to both.
When you call attention to both your eyes and lips, you can end up looking more like a colorful clown than a blushing bride. To accentuate beautiful eyes, line them with dark eyeliner. Also, using rich eye shadow colors on your lids will help dramatize the eyes. When accentuating the eyes this way, downplay the lips by using a nude or flesh colored lipstick.
If you want to make your pout pretty and as vivid as can be, use a lip color that has some depth to it. You can use virtually any color, so long as it makes your lips really stand out. Crimson red, mahogany and pinks are some bridal favorites. When you emphasize your lips, try to use neutral eye shadow colors along with just a coat or two of mascara on the eyes.
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Designer Dress Diva
Designer dress lovers know who they are. They are the women who wait by the mailbox every month for the latest issue of Vogue and they are they are the brides who will settle for nothing less than the best. If you are a designer diva, here are some great designers for you to consider when buying your wedding dress:
Monique Lhuillier. This designer has taken the fashion industry by storm. She is a well established designer who has been well received by all brides to be.
Justin McCaffrey is a world renown name noted for their ‘dresses that have no answers’.
Reem Acra is a well publicized clothing designer company that is recognized for their beautiful use of embroidery.
Melissa Sweet is known for their luxurious fabrics and has recently joined forces with Priscilla of Boston.
An innovative and chic idea for your wedding is to choose two different dresses. Choose one style for the ceremony and one for the reception. More and more brides are opting for two separate dresses because they like the flexibility of having two, one traditional dress for the walking down the aisle and then one that is a little less stiff and bulky for dancing at the reception.
Couture wedding dresses are gaining in popularity. Couture wedding dresses are highly fashionable, one of a kind dresses that are made specifically for a bride. Designer dress divas know that a couture dress can beat out any other kind of wedding dress because it is one of a kind, unique and made specifically for them.
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Bridal Lingerie
After you have finally found The Perfect Dress, it is important that you find the perfect underwear. Wedding dress lingerie can help compliment your shape and make your silhouette look smooth underneath the dress. There are a variety of options when it comes to dress undergarments.
If you want something to suck, tuck and boost your bust, choose a bustier. A bustier will control any tummy bulges and will boost any bust that you currently carry. The boning in a bustier gives great support where it’s needed and keeps everything in place so it would be a perfect choice under any strapless dress.
Slips are an excellent option for chiffon or lace gowns, as those dresses tend to be sheer. Slips offer an additional layer for discretion without any bulk. Other options for backless or sheer gowns include bra petals that simply adhere to the breast area for a more modest look than wearing nothing at all.
To boost your backside, your options include padded butt boosters or thigh shaping hosiery. The butt boosters add a little extra padding for those who need it and the thigh shaping hosiery will smooth out hips, legs and thighs. When choosing your dress, don’t forget to purchase your bridal lingerie. No matter what your problem area is, you're sure to find an undergarment to fix it.
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Top 5 Urban Wedding Beauty Myths
There have been so many urban legends and myths floating around about what to do in a wedding day emergency situation. Here are our top 5:
1. Myth: Putting toothpaste on your pimple the night before the wedding will dry it up by morning.
Truth: Actual toothpaste may have a drying effect on the pimple, but it could also irritate sensitive skin and cause a bad reaction. It’s probably best to stick with a medicated clearing serum or cream for an unexpected pimple instead.
2. Myth: Icing down your face the day of your wedding will shrink your pores.
Truth: Your pores can never be shrunk. They will always be the same size that they always have been and so on. However, you can give the illusion of smaller pores by using a face mask that tightens your skin. Note to bride: These types of masks will tighten your skin, not your pores and it’s best to not try any new beauty treatment the day of your wedding.
3. Myth: If I eat chocolate the day before my wedding, I will wake up with a breakout.
Truth: There is no scientific evidence to support the fact that chocolate or sweets will cause a breakout. So go ahead and indulge a little, just don’t go overboard or you’ll wake up with an extra pound, not an extra pimple.
4. Myth: Shampooing your hair with beer the day of your wedding will give you extra volume and thicker hair strands.
Truth: Beer may help thicken your individual hair strands and make it appear plumper, but you will smell like BEER! Instead of shampooing with beer, try using a volumizing shampoo to give your hair a thicker appearance.
5. Myth: Preparation H can de-puff your swollen eyes on the morning of the wedding.
Truth: Preparation H is not meant for your delicate eye area, so it can cause eye irritation and drying of the skin around your eyes as well. Instead, use an eye cream specifically for this issue.
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Banish a Blemish Quick Fix
Its every bride’s nightmare to wake up on your wedding day and see a bright red breakout. Seeing this can cause you to turn bright red with frustration. But don’t get frustrated, get working on fixing the problem. The first thing you need to do is apply ice to the blemish for about ten minutes to reduce any swelling. Then apply a cotton ball soaked in astringent or witch hazel to dry that sucker out. Apply a medicated clearing cream and let dry before you apply your makeup. After the cream has dried, apply your makeup normally and don’t forget to apply concealer to hide the blemish. A breakout on your wedding day doesn’t have to turn into your worst nightmare if you follow this tip.
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Guilt Free Dining
Being a bride to be means plenty of celebratory drinks, dinners and even cake tastings. It could be very easy to get off track with your diet and even gain a few pounds with all these temptations. Here are some great ways to enjoy eating out without the guilt.
Order wine over margaritas or daiquiris. You’ll save yourself hundreds of calories and added sugar, plus you’ll get a dose of antioxidants.
Choose to drink water with lemon over sodas and juice.
Ask the waiter to take the bread basket away. White bread is just added sugar, starch and carbs.
Instead of a typical fat loaded side dish such as French fries or buttery mashed potatoes, choose a side salad or vegetables.
For the main course order lean proteins such as fish or chicken and order them grilled. Avoid cream sauces since they are the fattiest.
When the waiter brings you your main course, cut it in half and only eat one half, take the other half home in a to-go box for tomorrow’s lunch or dinner.
Skip dessert, you’ll be doing plenty of cake tasting later.
It isn’t too hard to stick to your diet with these easy ways to stay healthy while eating out.
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Finding Your Hairstyle
Brides often wonder where to start when they are looking for the perfect wedding hairstyle. The answer is everywhere! There is an abundant amount of resources out there for brides to be, so it should be easy to find the perfect hairstyle. Look in magazines, online wedding sites and watch television shows for inspiration. You should narrow your options down to three different looks and bring the pictures with you to your hair stylist. Your stylist can help you to decide which would be the best selection for you. Keep in mind that when you are looking through magazines and pictures, be realistic about your hairstyle. Choosing an intricate up do if you have a pixie cut is not going to be a realistic hairstyle for you. Don’t get discouraged with your search. With all your wedding hair style sources out there, you are bound to find something amazing.
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Aromatherapy Indulgence
Relax a little on your big day with some aromatherapy magic. You can add a few drops of essential oils into your bath or even your unscented lotions for an everyday treat. There are different types of aromatherapy that you can use for different benefits. For example, chamomile, sandalwood and lavender are well known for their relaxation benefits. Eucalyptus is great for their calming and refreshing benefits. And pink grapefruit essential oil helps curb your cravings for sweets. There are additional benefits to aromatherapy, such as boosting your immune system, uplifting your spirits and aiding in your overall well being and health.
Note to the expecting bride: Aromatherapy is not suggested for use during pregnancy because it may carry some risk. But for the typical bride to-be, aromatherapy might be just what you need to boost your mood.
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DIY Stress Relievers
You don’t have to go to a lavishness spa to unwind. There are plenty of ways to do so in the comfort of your own home. Take a luxury bath with these tricks:
For dry, rough skin, add a cup of powdered milk to your bath.
To soothe irritated skin, take a warm oatmeal bath followed with a self massage of lotion.
Add several sprays of your favorite perfume to the bath for a sumptuous smell.
Create a spa mood in the bathroom by lighting candles and dimming bright, overhead lights. When it’s time to get out of the bath, wrap yourself in a big plush robe and lay around and lounge awhile for the ultimate experience.
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Shape Up
Although brides and grooms have different exercise expectations, they both want to look amazing on their big day. Have your groom use these tips to look his best through better, worse and beyond:
Make sure he eats plenty of lean proteins like chicken and fish to give him energy and strength for training.
Exercise with your future husband. Exercising with each other can help you both stay on track.
Make sure he stays away from starchy carbs like mashed potatoes, chips and crackers when he’s munching.
Have him give his muscles some rest and relaxation. Working out three to four days per week should be sufficient. If he wants, he can do some low-impact cardio, like walking around the neighborhood with you on his off days.
Don’t let him give you the excuse that there is no time to exercise. Even 20 minutes a day is better than nothing. Both of you should try to fit in exercise as often as you can.
