Weddingbee Blog

Recently, I had a consultation with a hair/makeup artist. I was referred to him through my benevolent bride friend, Kerri, after I saw how incredibly glowing and lovely she looked in her photos.

I’m not much of a makeup person. On a daily basis I wear sunscreen and lip gloss. Sometimes I wear mascara and blush gel too… but that’s about as far as it goes. Oftentimes, when I get makeup professionally done, it feels cakey and matte. It might look great on film, but in person, it’s 3 layers deep. I don’t want that for my wedding. I want to have a radiant, dewy look that looks great both on film and in person. More like I just had an invigorating romp—all flushed and natural. Is it possible?

In a hunt for inspiration, I turned to celebs with similar complexions as mine (read: vampiric). Here’s what I came up with:

Ah, Kate, you are ethereal. And, Cate, your sassy freshness is inspiring! Love the hair, too!

Rory er, Alexis, how sweet! And Claire, even with a touch of the crazy-eye, you still look clean and fresh.

Elisha, you are nearly perfect in your berry lovely glow!

What do you think? Which is your favorite?

I’m still a little lost on the hair… I’m not talented enough to style my own hair, but I have to say I’m blown away by some people’s price lists for styling! I understand paying $175 for an elaborate updo… but for someone like me with shorter hair… it just feels excessive.

I feel like maybe a wavy bob might be fun…

Less crazy than her, though.

And this is a terrible picture, but I loved Miranda’s hair at her wedding. Piece-y and slightly wavy.

Hair is way harder for me to figure out. Mine is thinnish and given to scraggles. I recently got “the perfect haircut” but I fear having it consistent for 6 more months is impossible. I want something I don’t have to worry about all night, but something that feels special and will hold up to dancing. I know what I’m wearing in it, I just don’t know about the style. I’m leaning toward some simple waves and sideswept bangs… that shouldn’t be too hard, should it?

What are other short haired brides doing with their hair?