Runway And Bridal Makeup

Question 1

Explain bridal makeup:

Answer 1

Every bride is specific on how she is going to look on her wedding day. Take everything into consideration for application. Consultation and trial is important for colour and style choices.

Question 2

Brides CONSULTATION guidelines:

Answer 2

1. Brides overall desired look
2. Brides dress style, colour, bridesmaids colours and grooms tuxedo colours
3. Date of wedding (season) time and place
4. Location
5. Formality and size of wedding

Question 3

What’s important to note while doing a bridal consultation?

Answer 3

Document (or photograph) all colour selections and style of the application.
Remember products and who client is

Question 4

Bridal complexion:

Answer 4

• complexion should look flawless & match colour of neck
• contour/bronzer and highlighter on right areas, well blended
• blush should coordinate in colour and not too overdone
• use primer, powder, setting spray for longevity
• avoid reflective ingredients such as SPF

Question 5

Bridal brows:

Answer 5

• brows should be filled evenly (waxed & tinted prior to wedding day)
• highlight under brow

Question 6

Bridal eyes:

Answer 6

• Brown, gray or lavender accent colour on outer corner of eyes
• crease and outer corners: softly contoured
• highlight: inner corner of eyes, centre of lid
• Long lasting/waterproof liner (pencil or gel)
• lashes: false lashes & waterproof mascara

Question 7

Bridal lips:

Answer 7

Long lasting products or techniques on lips

Question 8

What should the overall bridal application do?

Answer 8

Should make the bride look like the best version of herself, just enhanced with make up

Question 9

What’s important to note with bridal application?

Answer 9

The bride should have a touch up kit for the wedding day.
Including:
Concealer
Powder
Lip colour 
Lash glue
Eye drops

Question 10

Bridesmaids guidelines:

Answer 10

• should coordinate with each other & the bridal colour scheme
• makeup shouldn’t look the same as brides but coordinate
• smoky eye with a nude lip is a great choice, it’s versatile and can be adjusted to personal preference

Question 11

Explain runway & fashion makeup:

Answer 11

Each runway show, style, inspiration and season is different. It is crucial that you assess every detail of the show and current trends so your application is suitable.

Question 12

Show particulars:

Theme of show

Answer 12

Fundraiser, designer collection, entertainment event

Question 13

Inspiration of the show:

Answer 13

Era, edgy, sophisticated etc.

Question 14

Fashions:

Answer 14

Day wear, bridal, designer, avant garde

Question 15

Season of show:

Answer 15

Fall/winter, spring/summer, holiday

Question 16

Predicted audience:

Answer 16

Needs to appeal to the intended audience

Question 17

Show setting:

Answer 17

Community center, mall, restaurant, hall

Question 18

Models in the show:

Answer 18

Agency, models, volunteers, children etc.

Question 19

Runway & fashion makeup guidelines:

Answer 19

1. Complexion - hydrated, perfect, lighter texture, fresh (dewy to lightly matte)
2. Model should have a continuity of colour & style
3. Darker or brighter application
4. Contour & highlighting
5. Lashes
6. Trending (brows defined)