Article by Johanna Osborne.

“I believe in manicures. I believe in overdressing. I believe in primping and wearing lipstick. I believe in pink. I believe happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day, and … I believe in miracles.” – Audrey Hepburn

Every girl deserves to feel like a beautiful princess on her wedding day! But sometimes that’s easier said than done with pre-wedding jitters taking over. Here at Mr and Mrs magazine we often get asked for beauty tips and handy hints by anxious brides to be. So we have created our first list of “what’s hot right now” to help you get on with your fairytale!

First and foremost, at the moment it’s ALL about … lashes! Lots and lots of them – think Kardashian! Long, defined, thick gorgeous eyelashes will make you stand out for all the right reasons. Whether you opt for the false kind, eyelash extensions (these can be amazing!) or invest in a to-die-for mascara, one thing is for sure: defined eyes are all the rage, and they literally pop on film too! Think Elizabeth Taylor’s doe-eyed look, and you are on the right track. What’s our favourite mascara? Why Diorshow, of course! Initially designed as a backstage makeup for runway models, this is one not so well-kept secret. If applied in stages and literally built-up (patience is key – apply too fast and you get clumps) it gives THE best false-eyelash look ever. Divine!

Another “beauty must -have” in every girl’s makeup purse is the humble Clear Eyes. You will be amazed what a difference it makes. Your eyes will be whiter, brighter and more awake-looking within an instant. Not to mention they will feel totally refreshed! One drop is the equivalent of an extra hour’s sleep in our book. Clear Eyes is no longer synonymous with wacky-backy smokers – it’s one of the biggest style weapons of celebrity make-up artists!

God invented colour for a reason – no one wants a complete white-wash on their wedding day! Every bride needs a little colour somewhere. A gorgeous blush will give your face a freshness and vibrancy you haven’t had since you were a teenager. Blush truly is BIG right now – just look at the Golden Globes. There was not a celeb in sight without a peachy cheek. A tan is also still incredibly chic – however the tandori colour of previous years has now graduated to a much more sun-kissed hue, with brides of the moment opting for just a slight hint of golden glow to offset their gowns. Expert spray tans would be our recommendation. It’s worth getting naked in front of a stranger if it means you will end up with a divinely sun-kissed, evenly applied tan. So much better than some of the booths out there that can make your fingers, knees and toes stay orange forever (trust us, we know what we’re talking about!).

Last but not least – Lace. With the vintage-chic look making a massive come-back, dresses and veils are emerging everywhere with lace detail. If you are not sure of what your “look” is, or what you want your wedding to be like, let your dress set the tone. You can’t go wrong with inspiration from bygone eras where style, good taste, and great music were so profound we still talk and write about them today. The 50s, 60s and 70s were all great ages of impeccable taste and can provide a palate of amazingly good ideas.

Stay tuned for our next Style Update! Email us your “big day questions” to [email protected]