Emotions run high on your big day, but your makeup doesn't have to! I met with the bride two days before the wedding to get a feel for the look she wanted. I created the natural look for her at the
Trish McEvoy counter at
Saks Fifth Avenue Charleston. I've had the honor of being a national artist for Trish McEvoy for 13 years, an amazing woman, visionary, and mentor! (in case you're reading Trish, it's so true!)
Here's
Nicole Johnson! I brought her along as my assistant. She has experience with on-air makeup. She created the look for the bride's step-mother.
The bride was fresh-faced and excited to see us! She raved about the look we practiced two days earlier and she couldn't wait to recreate it.
Prime prime prime! it's worth the extra time. I used
Trish's Beauty Booster SPF Primer, which keeps the makeup picture perfect all throughout the big day. For the eyes I used the
Base Essential Demure, which prevents makeup creasing, evens out eyelid discoloration, and is a must have for humid Charleston weather.
Shading wise, always start with eyes as Trish has always taught me. It's a time saver and ensures brightness in the danger zone (ie underneath the eyes!)
The Final Natural Look for the bride:
Eyeshadows: Lilac, Sable Bronze
Eyeliner: Deep Aubergine (along with Finish Line which makes liner long-wearing and waterproof)
Blush: Peony Pink (making all brides looks innocent, whether they are or not!)
Lips: Essential pencil baby pink (personal fave for the season!) and Simply Glamorous lip gloss
Mascara: High-volume black mascara (Trish cult following! Try it to believe it! It doesn't smudge.)
Most important tip! This day is your special day and that's how you should feel, and that's what I'm here for!
I may be available to do makeup for your special event, find me on twitter.com/andrewcpetersen or facebook.com/andrewcpetersen.
