Bridal Hair + Makeup Lookbook | Explore Wedding Styles

Natural to soft glam bridal makeup can be subjective because everyone’s perspective and definition can vary.

Regardless of the desired amount of color—blush, bronzer, eyes, & lip—the overall appearance of the foundation should remain skin-forward with an accurate match. Natural and soft glam reference the look as a whole, whereas the definition between the two can vary drastically from person to person.

Soft glam typically plays up the eyes, lips, and cheeks with a little more product to create contrast through shade and light, whereas a natural look leans more undetectable. Think less about the amount of foundation and more about how much definition you want throughout the finished look.

Absolutely—this is one of the main reasons we created our Lookbook at Beauty Asylum. We want to showcase real brides + clients with a range of skin tones, hair colors, & features to give you a more accurate idea of how a look may translate on you.

Our searchable categories range from natural and soft glam makeup to fair, medium, tan, and deep skin tones, along with different hair colors, lengths, & styles.

That's entirely okay! Images are the best way to communicate with your stylist. We actually encourage our brides to have a few images saved for their trial. When looking through photos, you may find that you like the lip color in one, the blush in another, and the eyes in a third. The key is to discuss your likes & dislikes. From there, your makeup artist can talk through which elements work well together & offer alternatives when something may not translate the way you envision.

If you're torn btw hairstyles, consider the reality of the wedding day + the series of events. Is it going to be hot, humid, or is there a chance of rain? If your hair is fine, thin, or doesn't hold a curl well, these are all things to consider—and prepare for—when selecting your style.

For ex, wearing your hair completely down may not be the best option. But if you're adamant about wearing your hair down in some capacity because that's what feels most like you, then clip-in extensions should be part of the conversation & something you plan to budget for.

We have an entire page dedicated to brides, wedding guests & bridal parties wearing clip-in extensions. Within the last 5 years, 75% of our brides have chosen to incorporate extensions in some capacity to help achieve their wedding day look.

Extensions can add length, volume, or density depending on the desired style. For updos, another alternative may include a mesh insert, which can help create fullness and structure without adding additional hair throughout.

Each season, we have a unique opportunity to see bridal hair and makeup trends developing 6–9 months in advance. Through the inspiration our brides share, their trials, & wedding day looks, we’re able to offer real-time insight into what brides are actually asking for in the upcoming season.

Quarterly, Beauty Asylum updates our Beauty Index to highlight the most requested looks, styles that are still trending, & those that are on the rise. And we can’t forget the bridal hair and makeup styles that continue to hold their place season after season—for our timeless brides.