Why I ignored the magazines and turned to YouTube instead of a makeup artist for my wedding
When we were planning our wedding, one of the bits of advice that I read everywhere was that I should definitely hire a professional to do my hair and make-up. But, while many people feel uncomfortable without makeup, I felt uncomfortable with it. I desperately searched for the right look that would make me feel beautiful and like a bride, but I just couldn’t find it, or that feeling. So I decided that I had time to learn to do it myself…
Wedding hair inspiration: Black floral crown
Let’s take a break for a little wedding hair inspo! I love me the rare and beautifully shocking black wedding head piece. In fact, this entire look — red hair, dark matte lips, and smokey cat eye — is perfect for your Fall wedding style.
Why I will not be wearing an ounce of make-up at my wedding
Based on how many people have asked “where are you getting your make-up done?” — without ever pausing to consider the possibility that I won’t have it done professionally — it’s clear that choosing to have no wedding make-up goes against what many people think a “normal” bride should do. On my wedding day I will not be wearing an ounce of make-up. Why?…
The best sunscreens for weddings
Over on Offbeat Home, we are featuring a new series of posts from Tania of Makeup To Go — a makeup artist for the entertainment industries and friend of the Empire. But we’re taking a quick break from make-up to talk about the best sunscreens…