Why is a Bridal Trial important?
Everything a bride to be should keep in mind about her makeup and hair trial.
Our experts explain why it is so important to do it before the big day.
A desire shared by most brides is to be radiant on their big day. Something that not only implies being especially favored with the dress, but also with the rest of the accessories that make up the bridal look, the hairstyle, and the makeup. Most girls prefer to use the expert hand of a professional makeup artist to achieve flawless, glowing skin.
It is essential to perform the makeup test before the wedding. It is peace of mind for the bride and also for the makeup professional. On the wedding day we already know what we are going to do and we do not have to try or experience anything. We are all calm and enjoying the moment. That day is about enjoying it and not encountering unpleasant surprises. Knowing the professional who will do your makeup and knowing that you are in the same line is very important. Knowing that the products do not give you allergies, that you can check how long the makeup lasts ... In addition, many times we have an idea in our head and when it comes to doing it, it is not like that.
We hope in such important events it is better to have things as controlled as possible.
If makeup artists agree on something, it is that, although most brides opt for a very natural makeup, in which nude, earth or pink colors are the protagonists, everything influences when choosing the beauty look. We take into account the style of the bride, the total look that she will wear that day, what hairstyle she has chosen, if she will have some color in her hair, earrings and dress. Flowers also play an important role for me. I always try the tones go according to the makeup or at least they don't clash. Also the color of the nails ... You have to have a global image of the bride's style to design the makeup and that everything agrees. We also take it one step further, we take advantage of the trial to detect if it is necessary to make any changes in the bride's skin care routine so that the big day the skin is perfect.
With all these clues, it is time to work on the makeup. We try different shades of shadows, we see that it complements her eye more, color, shape. We look for a perfect blush for her, an illuminator that looks natural ... Every bride is a world! You have to try, until we find the most beautiful look and flattering. I always recommend that they come accompanied by someone they trust to help them decide. All the products that we are choosing are noted in a makeup sketch that I previously designed for our appointment. In this way we leave everything down as soon as possible. The product, shades and shape of the makeup, to have it as handy on the wedding day.
But the most striking thing is that brides do not always decide on the initial makeup idea they have in mind. Sometimes it happens that the bride has an idea very defined of what she wants or what she would like, and once we carry out the test and it is also seen with other options that are being proposed, she can change her mind and finally look better with another idea different from the one she is brought. Other times they have a very defined style and they know what they want, what they like and what suits them. In this case, we have to respect, and always giving our opinion and adapting the idea because it has to do with her style and not feel different, something to which I attach great importance.
Many girls come to Backstage with photos that they have found on social media and that they want to take as a reference. It is difficult to find faces similar to them. We must know how to adapt those references to the face in front of us so that on the wedding day they show off a radiant makeup that complements their features. Sometimes they show us photos of models with infinite eyeliner but, because of our eye shape, another type flatters them. It is important that they are willing to see options.
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Requirements: Plan to have a spray tan for your trial if you plan on having a spray tan for your wedding, same for hair extensions. Bring a button white shirt, your veil, hair accesories, and earrings. One day dirty hair without conditioner works best for hair grip and longevity.
