As I mentioned, I had my bridal hair and makeup trial this past weekend. And despite the fact that I showed up in rather rough shape (ehm, drinking and dancing till 4:00 AM will do that to a girl), Britni made me look and feel beautiful and totally set me at ease. Sorry, no before shot—that would have been cruel and unusual. Trust that she had her work cut out for her.
I shared with Britni the same inspirations I had shared with the hive, with one addition. I had found this sweepy style, and adored it for the front of my hairdo.
Image via Style Me Pretty / Photo by Agnes Lopez
So, ready to see what I wound up with? Britni did my makeup first, a combination of traditional foundation and airbrush makeup. Please excuse my static-y baby hairs.
Once my makeup was done, we moved onto the taming of the mop. After 40-ish minutes of iron curling, extension clipping, and teasing…voila!
Oh, the ugly-excited face!
Gotta love the cell phone/mirror picture!
I was a huge fan of Britni’s relaxed demeanor, and I loved the way I looked. However, we will be making a few edits the day of. I loved the lip color, but not its staying power, so I’ll need something more long lasting…any suggestions? My (freshly trimmed…oops!) bangs were too short to achieve the sweeping style so, though we made it work, it appeared more severe from the front than I really wanted. I also want a little more height at the crown—though I told her I didn’t want poufy pageant hair, my mom and I agreed that it looked a little flat from the front. And as far as fake eyelashes, I’d like to go with a little more volume, less length.
Now that I was all done up, whatever was a girl to do? I followed in Miss Aardvark’s footsteps, but that’s a whole ’nother post…
Did you test-run your wedding-day hair and makeup? Were you pleased with the results, or will you be making changes on the big day?
Your hair is gorgeous! You’re going to be a breathtaking bride.
you look STUNNING. on an unrelated note, I’d like to steal your sweater, please and thank you.
Gurl you are beautiful!! And I LOVE the way she did your makeup. I think I might just have to add your pictures to my “inspiration” folder, if you don’t mind! 
You are so gorgeous! There is this lipstick, that drys on your lips, and stays for a VERY long time, although the tube says it lasts 24 hours. I believe the brand is Maybelline. You can buy it at your local store. (:
Love the eyes!! And I”m sure that by the time October rolls around, your bangs will be a perfect length for a more side swept look. So very pretty!!
Ahhh, you are GORGEOUS! Deff agree with Foxy, your eye make up looks amazing.
So so pretty!! And I’m in love with your caridgan (I have a strange obsession with stripes right now!)…
I have a cover girl lipstain that once its on… Its not going ANYWHERE. it comes in a two pack with a matte finisher. Thars what id recommend!
Your makeup is perfect and your hair is so pretty! You are going to such a gorgeous bride!
Beautiful! love your hair and makeup and…your sweater – so cute!
@Miss Dragon: aww, thanks doll.
@Mrs. Snow Cone: ::blushes.:: i looove me my missoni target! and it was half price, because it is a kid’s XL!
@Jamcnair: thanks!
@Miss Wizard: do it up, girl- glad i could inspire you!’
@Miss Fox: the eyes were my favorite part… grow, hair, grow!
@Miss Coyote: aww, thanks, sweetie!
@Miss Treasure: thanks!
@runnerbride811: thank you, dear!
@Mrs. Honey: thanks thanks! i love all things striped and chevron, too.
@lcnolan13: will check it out- thanks!
@Miss Scepter: thanks, i was super-pleased with it!
@Mrs. Pony: aww, thank you!
@MissPine: thanks, thanks!
@vickyduy: thank you!
@gonnabeMrsHH: you are so sweet, thanks!
Mrs. Archer, Los Angeles/New Orleans Age and Occupation: 26, Marketing and Consultant Fiance's Age and Occupation: 27, Actor-Writer, Fitness Instructor Engagement Date: May 15, 2011 Wedding Date: October 2012 Venue: the Columns Hotel About Me: I’ve been in love with Mr. Archer for my entire adult life. After over seven years, two of them long distance, we're thrilled to (finally!) be planning a sweet Southern jazzy Jewish destination wedding. Working in marketing for a clothing company and running a niche consulting company with Mr. A, life is crazy, in the best possible way! I adore Saints football, dressing up, dance television, bright colors, beautiful things, and alliteration. When I’m not working, sleeping, or smooching my handsome fiancé, I’m making lists, cooking, or eating or drinking something yummy, bargain-shopping, and still oogling my heirloom engagement ring....ooh, sparkly!
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