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21 Wedding Makeup Ideas That'll Look Gorgeous in Pictures (and IRL)

Whether you're a bride, bridesmaid or guest
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Purple Peepers
Don't shy away from rich colors, go with what you love, especially if you're the bride. A purple eyeshadow applied from lids to brow bones will turn heads for the right reasons. Try Buxom Eyeshadow Bar Single Eyeshadow in Vip, $12, go easy on the mascara and choose a neutral pink lip shade to avoid a color overdose.

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Bright Blush
This takes a more literal approach to blushing bride thanks to the heavy dose of red on the cheeks. Ensure there are no harsh lines for a modern finish. A red lip gloss with glass-like shine is the perfect complement to the cheek color.

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Surprise Touch
Colored mascara is having a moment. Brights are brilliant for summer, but a softer, more unexpected shade can look beautiful for weddings. This understated makeup look actually has white mascara applied to the top and bottom lashes. Glossy lids round out the angelic effect.

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Glowing Skin
Brides will be beaming already but makeup can always increase the effect. Apply a shimmering highlighter all over the face and choose a pinkish shade to dab on the lids.

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Modern Bride
There are bohemian brides, romantic brides and edgy brides. If you fall into the latter category, this sweeping black eyeshadow will appeal to your punkish side. Using shadow to create the look produces a softer effect compared to eyeliner.

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BY HEATHER CICHOWSKI | JUN 7, 2018 | SHARES
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