6 Tips For A Perfect Wedding Hair And Makeup

Weddings in my beloved Nigeria can be such a fabulous affair. The bride is the centerpiece of all that action and  the way she looks is of utmost important so here are some tips that may just help:

Don't forget the primer...
To keep your make-up intact for the full day, priming is a must. Use an all-over primer to keep your base looking fresh and apply some eye shadow primer before starting your eye make-up for minimal upkeep.

Use lip-liner or a matte lipstick...
Don't forget to use lip-liner before applying your lipstick to keep the colour strong for as long as possible. Choosing a matte lipstick over a high shine finish is also the key to long lasting lip colour, so you're not spending the day worrying about upkeep.


Choose a simple hairstyle...
While it may be tempting to go for a fancy up-do or huge curls, keeping it simple with hair makes for less stressful upkeep. Avoiding hairstyles which rely too much on staying up is essential here if you'd prefer to be dancing rather than pinning your hair back into place by the evening.

Moisturise your skin before applying perfume...
To keep your perfume lasting all day, be sure to moisturise first. Perfume doesn't last as long on dry skin and spritzing immediately after allows the perfume to blend with the moisturiser. If you're still worried, invest in a small perfume bottle and decant your fragrance for easy top ups throughout the day.

Strapless dress? Go for one with rubber in the seam...
To avoid having to awkwardly adjust your strapless dress, search for one with a thin strip of rubber in the seam. This helps the dress stay up on its own and eliminates the need for tape or pins.

Choose shoes wisely...
If heels are your style, choosing a smaller height, slight platform, or wedge heel are all better choices for long lasting comfort. If you can't resist the highest heels on offer, keep an extra pair on standby to avoid shoeless dancing later on