The thing with trends is that they are neither transient nor are they permanent. Last year was no less than a rollercoaster; we saw some classic bridal trends take centre stage. Now, halfway through 2021, some bold and glowy bridal makeup trends have made a comeback. If the wedding bells are ringing for you soon, you need to stay updated with the top bridal makeup trends of 2021!
We know, be it an intimate wedding or an all-out destination event, a bride-to-be has an endless checklist to take care of. And bridal makeup definitely tops the list. More than anything, your wedding makeup look should be one that you won’t regret years down the line. The good news? We did the work for you – an ultimate round-up of top bridal makeup trends that you must not miss out on. Check it out and bookmark your faves!
- 01. Bejewelled eyes for the win
- 02. Pop of colour
- 03. Sunkissed with minimal hues
- 04. Glow from within
- 05. Beyond standard red lips
01. Bejewelled eyes for the win
Image courtesy @nehakakkar
Creativity is the name of the game. Take a look at Neha Kakkar’s bridal makeup, where she chose to keep the focus on her bejewelled eyes. It is aptly dramatic yet subtle. To recreate this look, start with a light makeup base, highlight your cheeks and t-zone. Dab a soft pink shadow on your eyes and pack on tiny crystals to create this va-va-voom look.
02. Pop of colour
A wedding is a momentous day in every bride’s life. And if you wish to make a statement with your bridal makeup, then ditch the pastels and earthy eye shadows and choose unconventional, pop blues, greens or purple tones to make your eyes pop.
03. Sunkissed with minimal hues
Image courtesy @dollyouup_bs
The days of dressing up bold and bright from head to toe might as well be history now. The new era of close-knit weddings has given rise to going all minimal and proud. We love how ecstatic and beautiful this bride looks decked in nude brown lipstick, shimmery golden eyes, a classic eyeliner wing and muted blush on the cheeks.
04. Glow from within
Image courtesy @rashisehgalofficial
This! This bridal makeup has all our hearts. Millennial brides are increasingly favouring flaunting their natural skin rather than opting for multiple layers of foundation or heavily contoured cheeks. We love the shimmery lids and frosty lips combo — it looks like a match made in heaven.
05. Beyond standard red lips
Image courtesy @kamnasharmaofficial
While a red shade is the standard bridal lip colour, many brides are opting for deeper, more intense shades like plum, gothic purple and dark browns. Such rich shades instantly elevate your makeup and lend an impressive depth to your overall look.
Main image courtesy @rashisehgalofficial
Written by Pratishtha Rana on Aug 14, 2021
Pratishtha is a writer driven by curiosity. With over two years of experience in journalism, her toes are dipped in the exciting world of beauty, fashion, food, travel and luxury. Trust her words to help you navigate the do’s and don’ts of all that’s trending online (and offline). A lover of minimal aesthetics, she’s also big on experimenting with colours and prints, and often finds herself power-dressing even for a quick grocery run. When not at work, she’s reading a book, learning Korean, binging on K-Dramas and kimchi ramyeon or just karaoke-ing her hours away.