No truer lyrics resonate on both a metaphorical and physical level than Rihannaās “shine bright like a diamondā. There is nothing quite like the glow and sparkle that comes from within a woman; match that magic with sequin-splendour, bedazzling bead-work, or golden-glamour eyes, and you have an Oscar-winning (fashion) performance!
Having worked with brides that, despite being natural make up kind-of-gals in their day-to-day life, they understand that with a show-stopping sequin dress, continuity was required throughout the entire look, from the dress to the accessories, and hair and makeup.
However, glitter, shimmer and gold, does not have to be limited to the more adventurous or fashion-forward person. Your makeup artist will be able to work with you to develop ideas to suit your level of āsparkleā. Making sure you feel comfortable. It is important to utilise the trial process to experiment and familiarise yourself with different makeup products that incorporate sparkle, shimmer and shine!
Here are my expert tips, advice and favourite sparkly products to include in your personal wedding look.
Subtle Shimmer Splendour
The popular āless is moreā approach to wedding makeup embodies sophistication and validates the art of restrain. You can keep with this classic principal but add a subtle touch of shimmer.
Liquid-glitter eyeshadow in pinks, champagne or gold, adds subtle charm and playfulness to the popular natural bridal story. Product placement can also determine how much impact you want to have with incorporating any glitter or shimmer makeup products. You could have the āno makeup, makeup lookā and simply dab a small amount of MAC Makeup Glitter on to the eyelid, reflecting a pearl colour.
If youāre wanting a more luminous effect without the textural glitter flecks, simply use your finger of choice to pat on to the eyelid a loose metallic pigment, blending upwards towards the brow-bone. This creates a fresh warm glow, reminiscent of those summery sun-kissed days.
My favourites:
- Stilaās Glitter & Glow – Liquid Eyeshadow inĀ Kitten Karma
- Nars Powerchrome Loose Eye Pigment inĀ Shock āEm
- Mecca Max The Illuminati Metallic Eyeshadow inĀ Gold Rush
Tip: Add a little extra sparkle to your look with accessories. Elegant gold earrings with a little bit of classic pearly glam. My pick is By Georgiaās Arabella Hoopies With Pearls
Razzle-Dazzle DallianceĀ
Explore varied levels of boldness in your sparkle story, this can be localised to just the eye makeup, or the whole makeup application ā from peepers to pout!
Using a metallic eyeshadow as your base application on the eye, followed by makeup glitter over the top, creates a dramatic affect only rivalled at Studio 54!
Pair it back by removing the glitter and using a darker coloured metallic cream eyeshadow, well-blended for a softer look. Tip: try forest green, or a cool blue.
If youāre a go-bold or go-home kinda-gal, then amp-up the shimmer by contouring the cheeks with a golden-tint bronzer followed by a cream illuminator along the cheekbone, and for good-glam-measure, throw in a bold lip! More can certainly be moreish!
My favourites:
- NYX Cosmetics Glitter Goals Liquid Eyeshadow inĀ Bronze With Silver Glitter
- By Terry Ombre Blackstar Cream Eyeshadow inĀ No.1 Black Pearl
- In Your DreamsĀ Silver Selene Chunky Face GlitterĀ
Tip: Add a little extra sparkle with Edenborough Evans Confetti Earrings, and matching accessories.
There you have it! Whether your brief is a sprinkle of sparkle, or disco-for-days, be true to you and your vision, and always leave a little sparkle wherever you go.
AboutĀ Skye Isabella: She is a freelance makeup artist and hairstylist based in Melbourne who boasts a stellar career in makeup since 2008. Skye has been described as a true creative, through different mediums she seeks fulfilment through creative expression. Skye delights in any opportunity to work and collaborate with others and immensely values the significant relationships she builds with each of her clients.
Loved reading this! Such great tips. I used Skye Isabella on my wedding day and she definitely made me feel like I was sparkling! Can highly recommend.
Wow! Love these ideas!! Will definitely be using some of these tips!
Love this advice