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July 27, 2018

Outfits for Every Bridesmaid Event On Your Summer Schedule

Being a bridesmaid requires plenty of outfit changes. From the rehearsal dinner to the bachelorette party, the events a bridesmaid must attend run the gamut. Here, we’ve pulled together six super easy summertime looks to get you through the celebrations in style.

The Celebratory Brunch

Madewell Wide-Leg Cropped Jeans in Finney Wash

The funky wooden sole of leather mules adds a festive touch to a cute combination of crop top and these wide-leg jeans. The resulting look is simple yet trendy enough to make a statement.

Madewell Wide-Leg Cropped Jeans in Finney Wash
from Madewell

The Outdoor Photo-Op Adventure

Ralph Lauren Cotton Crewneck T-Shirt

Espadrilles give a seemingly basic combo of shorts and a tee a fun update, and the linen shorts can do double duty at your next workout.

Ralph Lauren Cotton Crewneck T-Shirt
from Ralph Lauren

The Bridal Shower

See by Chloe Tie Dress

Tie-strap detailing adds a fun touch to this basic little black dress. Complete the look with crossover sandals that are both comfortable and cool.

See by Chloe Tie Dress
from Azalea Boutique

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The Bachelorette Party

Charlotte Russe Stripe Cut-Out Tube Dress

Wear this strapless bodycon dress with lucite heels for a fun night out.

Charlotte Russe Stripe Cut-Out Tube Dress
from Charlotte Russe

The Wedding Rehearsal

Aqua Floral-Print Gauze High/Low Dress

A flirty hemline keeps this look fresh. combine it with Dolce Vita espadrille platforms to add a touch of French-girl cool to the ensemble.

Aqua Floral-Print Gauze High/Low Dress
from Bloomingdale’s

The Rehearsal Dinner

BHLDN Diana Dress

This pretty tie-back dress is an effortless pick for the rehearsal dinner. Pair it with gold metallic strappy sandals to add a pop of glam.

BHLDN Diana Dress
from BHLDN

June 29, 2018

9 Summer Wedding Makeup Must-Haves to Keep You Smudge-Free

Whether you’re the blushing bride, a graceful maid of honor or a gushing guest in the pews, you’ll want to look your best at every summer wedding, shindig and elegant affair. But finding makeup that keeps you looking fresh and fabulous from the ceremony to the reception to the after party is hard enough without having to contend with tears of joy, heat, humidity and summer sweat. Short of shellacking your entire face (don’t pretend you haven’t considered it!), you’re going to need a beauty arsenal chock full of waterproof, smudge-proof and summer-proof essentials. We’ve rounded up our favorite summer wedding makeup must-haves that will keep you looking picture perfect from the first kiss to the last dance. So, do you want to see our top picks of waterproof makeup for weddings? Repeat after us: I do.

Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray

A simple spritz of this refreshing, weightless spray is all you need. Patented temperature-control technology lowers the temp of your makeup to keep foundation, concealer and pigments in place — even in hot, wet or unpredictable weather. That means no melting, no cracking and no fading — it’s a veritable all-nighter for your face.

Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray

from Macy’s

Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencil

You’ll want to stash a few key multipurpose products in your itty-bitty clutch purse to use throughout the night. Available in 39 shades, this game-changing must-have glides on like magic to line eyes and lips, fill in brows and add freckles, among other things.

Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencil

from Sephora

Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Matte Bronzer Mini

You want to appear sun-kissed without exposing your skin to harmful rays. This natural-looking bronzer will give you a warm matte hue without any unwanted shine. You’ll look like you’ve been honeymooning in Tahiti before the big day.

Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Matte Bronzer Mini

from Sephora

NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation

This 16-hour waterproof foundation has a transfer-resistant, sweat-resistant and fade-resistant formula with medium to full, buildable coverage to ensure makeup stays fresh.

NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation

from Bluemercury

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder

A favorite of makeup artists, this fine setting powder absorbs oil, reduces shine and keeps your makeup locked in place without adding any weight.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder

from Bluemercury

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NARS Pro-Prime Smudge-Proof Eye Shadow Base

A little swipe of this on your lid, and eye shadow color will stay vibrant and smooth for hours on end.

NARS Pro-Prime Smudge-Proof Eye Shadow Base

from Sephora

Anastasia Beverly Hills Sugar Glow Kit

Get that dewy summer glow (without perpetual perspiration) with this amazing kit of eye, face and body highlighters — multipurpose primping at its best.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Sugar Glow Kit
from JCPenney

Becca Beach Lip and Blush Tint

Going for a minimal, natural look? Swipe a bit of this on your cheeks and lips, and you’ll look radiant.

Becca Beach Lip and Blush Tint

from JCPenney

Lancôme Monsieur Big Waterproof Mascara

Not tears, nor sweat, nor water will keep you from looking like a gorgeous bombshell. This iconic mascara goes on smooth and delivers a serious dose of volume for up to 24 hours. Va-va-voom!

Lancôme Monsieur Big Waterproof Mascara

from Sephora

June 28, 2018

The Best White Dresses for Your Summer Bridal Shower

Move over LBD — there’s a new frock in town taking summer by storm. The little white dress is a seasonal staple for all sorts of picnics, barbecues and outdoor affairs, but it’s especially apropos when you’re the belle of the ball at your own bridal shower. Whether you prefer a casual or beachy style for a backyard bash or a more structured and formal option befitting a tea-party toast, these white dresses are picture perfect and party ready. Let the celebrations begin!

Loft Eyelet Garden Flippy Dress

Delicate lace trim and an apron-inspired neckline make this casual white dress versatile and wearable. Thrown over a bathing suit at the beach or worn with a wedged espadrille, it’s designed for any and all occasions — giving you some serious bang for your buck.

Loft Eyelet Garden Flippy Dress

from Loft

American Living Waffle-Knit Jacquard Dress

This figure-flattering fit-and-flare jacquard dress is as clean and classic as they come. Worn with diamond studs and a simple and sleek sandal heel, it’s a timeless choice for an upscale event.

American Living Waffle-Knit Jacquard Dress

from Macy’s

BCBG Max Azria Dell Embroidered Voile Dress

With intricately scalloped trim, fluted sleeves and tiered ruffles, this gorgeous fitted-bodice dress is so delicately stunning it requires minimal accessories and little styling. Far from flashy, its simplicity speaks volumes. Here comes the bride, indeed.

BCBG Max Azria Dell Embroidered Voile Dress

from BCBG

Free People Eat Your Heart Out Mini Dress

On-trend billowing sleeves help make this mini statement style both romantic and retro. Delicate buttons and an open neckline make an ultra-feminine find worthy of any blushing bride-to-be.

Free People Eat Your Heart Out Mini Dress

from Free People

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French Connection Parke Lace Fit-and-Flare Dress

This girlie white lace dress features a crochet overlay, and it easily can be dressed up with heels or down with flats. Either way, it’s a darling design for a festive day.

French Connection Parke Lace Fit-and-Flare Dress

from French Connection

J.Crew Classic Button-Front Sundress in Cotton Poplin

Pockets on a dress — swoon! This classic cotton sundress features a waist-cinching sash and a true button front that’s as timeless as it is cool.

J.Crew Classic Button-Front Sundress in Cotton Poplin

from J.Crew

Kate Spade New York Sleeveless Cotton Dress

This midi-length dress is flirty and fun with a ruffle-trim V-shaped neckline. A banded middle offers a super flattering waistline, and extra frills scream, “Party time!”

Kate Spade New York Sleeveless Cotton Dress

from Neiman Marcus

Dorothy Perkins Off-the-Shoulder Eyelet Dress

Give them the cold shoulder at your shower in this simple and sleek — but equally sweet — eyelet-trimmed dress.

Dorothy Perkins Off-the-Shoulder Eyelet Dress

from Lord & Taylor

Trina Turk Los Alamitos Keyhole Dress

For the more formal shower, this keyhole dress is both chic and comfortable. (It would also make a fabulous second dress for a wedding reception.)

Trina Turk Los Alamitos Keyhole Dress

from Lord & Taylor

June 7, 2017

How I Saved More Than $1,600 on My Wedding: Attire

My fiance, Ryan, and I are planning a wedding in Healdsburg, California, in the heart of wine country. Like so many couples, we’re learning that planning a wedding means lots of shopping. Whether it’s paper for your invitations or ties for your groomsmen, spending becomes second nature. So, as a bride with a budget she’d like to stick to, I’m obsessed with getting the best deals when I can. Thankfully, Ebates helped me save on so many wedding essentials, such as invitations, decor, attire — even our honeymoon. In this series of posts, you’ll get a chance to see exactly how much I was able to save and how.

Shopping for our wedding attire was one of the most fun tasks on our pre-wedding to-do list. Attire fell under multiple categories in our budget, so we were able to cover a few bases at once. We wore some of the attire on our wedding day, some of it was for the rest of the weekend’s festivities and some we wanted to give as gifts to our groomsmen.

With the wedding set in wine country, we were looking for simple and rustic, but sweet. Thanks to some of the deals you’ll read about below and Cash Back at Ebates, we were able to achieve that and save more on wedding attire than we could have dreamed.

Overall, we were able to save $600 on our wedding attire. Here’s how:

Welcome Party

Ryan and I had wedding guests coming in from all over the U.S., and some from overseas. One of our objectives was to bring everyone together to meet and get all the niceties out of the way on Friday night so that by Saturday they could just party. So we hosted a welcome party at a bar near our venue.

I wanted to wear something to the welcome party that was bridal enough to look celebratory without overdoing it. I certainly didn’t want to outshine my own wedding dress, so I opted for a more casual white ruffled shirt dress, glammed up with killer shoes.

The dress was on sale at JCPenney, where we had the benefit of 6% Cash Back at Ebates and in-store pickup, which saved us on shipping. The shoes were on sale, and we discovered an extra 25% off coupon for Macy’s shoes through the Ebates button. All in all, we saved $55 on my welcome party outfit.

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $10

Total saved at JCPenney: $25

Total saved at Macy’s: $20

Total saved on welcome party attire: $55

Groom’s Suit

Ryan decided that purchasing his wedding suit online was the best choice for him, and we found a great deal at Men’s Wearhouse for a cool suit that fit his style perfectly. It was cool blue and complemented nicely by a light bow tie and leather suspenders. Thankfully, we had great deals and Cash Back at Ebates working for us, and the suit was on sale for 50% off. We saved $260 on Ryan’s wedding-day attire. Seriously.

A quick aside: Although Ryan found his suit online, I decided that purchasing my wedding dress in person was the best choice for me. I did, however, do some pre-shopping online and found some stunning dresses at Saks Fifth Avenue, which has a selection that’s especially appealing if you’re going for something beautiful and nontraditional.

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $10

Total saved at Men’s Wearhouse: $250

Total saved on groom’s wedding suit: $260

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Wedding Shoes

Our big day was set on a ridge overlooking a vineyard, which meant comfortable shoes were in order. I really wanted to avoid kicking off my pretty shoes for flip-flops at the end of the night (which I did anyway, because the bumping dance floor required it!). Comfort and style were my main criteria, and I found the perfect block heel pumps at Macy’s that were sweet and summery without too many frills.

For his wedding footwear, Ryan opted for a pair of classic leather oxfords, also from Macy’s. They were — you guessed it — on sale, which meant that we saved $30 right off the bat. At the time we purchased them, we learned through our Ebates Cash Back button that there was a 30% off coupon available for purchasing two pairs of shoes, saving us even more. Tack on the 6% Cash Back at Ebates and we were ready to dance the night away.

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $8

Total saved at Macy’s: $57

Total saved on wedding shoes: $65

Groom’s Accessories

To complete the groom’s look, we decided that bow ties and leather suspenders would come together perfectly for the sophistication and wine-country-chic style he was going for. We also thought it would work well to purchase the same bow ties and suspenders for the groomsmen as gifts to ensure they all matched.

Our Cash Back button told us there was a buy-one-get-one-free coupon available at Men’s Wearhouse for ties and an additional 50% off additional items — plus free shipping and 4% Cash Back — so we scooped up some classy bow ties for Ryan and the groomsmen that were perfect for our winery wedding. The tan leather suspenders we purchased from the Belt Outlet — where we enjoyed 5% Cash Back through Ebates — were 25% off and included free shipping, saving us a ton.

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $15

Total saved at Men’s Wearhouse: $140

Total saved at Belt Outlet: $65

Total saved on groomsmen outfits: $220

Total Saved on Wedding Attire: $600

Overall, we saved $600 on wedding attire thanks to deals and Cash Back at Ebates, which was quite the pleasant surprise. It opened up our budget for other incredible experiences, and put more money than expected back into our pockets.

Next up, I’ll share even more wedding deals. Stay tuned to learn how I was able to save big on gifts for our wedding party.

May 16, 2017

How I Saved More Than $1,600 on My Wedding: Decor

For us, decor was one of the budget items that got thrown into the “miscellaneous” category. So as we approached the wedding day, we were looking for as many deals as we could find. In addition to flowers, there were other wedding decorations we wanted for our winery wedding to give it a personal touch and tie the whole day together. For bud vases and candles as centerpieces, string lights illuminating the outdoor dance floor and wedding favors decorating the dinner table, we budgeted $400.

In the end, we saved more than $200, essentially halving our budget. Here’s how:

Lights

One must-have for our Northern California wedding was dancing under the stars. To light the way for our guests, we chose classic round globe lights strung up overhead. These frosted white string lights from Lighting Direct were perfect for the soft glow and charming backyard-party ambiance we were going for. Between the 10% off coupon for string and rope lights that was available when we purchased, free shipping for orders more than $49 and 5% Cash Back at Ebates for Lighting Direct, we were able to save a pretty penny on our dance floor lights.

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $6

Total saved at Lighting Direct: $25

Wrapping a few strands of string lights around a couple trees was also among our wedding-decoration ideas. Since we were setting up our dance floor outside, it was crucial that the area was well lit. With these solar string lights we found on Overstock, we were happy not to have to worry about the major tripping hazard of electrical cords taped to the floor. And (bonus!) we were saving energy by powering our lights with the sun.

For our tree lights, we went with two packs of 225 solar-powered and long-lasting lights from Overstock. A free-shipping offer and 6% Cash Back at Ebates saved us a few bucks, and helped save the planet.

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $3.50

Total saved at Overstock: $10

Total saved on lights: $35

Centerpieces

Since we were doing a farm table for dinner with natural green-leafed garland down the center, our centerpiece needs were mainly to decorate our wine-barrel cocktail tables, the bar area and the dessert table. We preferred to keep it simple, with votive candles and bud vases for flowers at the center of the barrels.

Decorating the cocktail tables was the first priority. Even though we were looking at simple votive candles, candle holders and small bud vases, buying enough for tables for 100 guests meant preparing to spend. Luckily, we found some crazy-good deals at Pier 1 Imports, including clean-lined votive holders and ivory candles at a great price, with free shipping. Since Pier 1 was offering 15% Cash Back at Ebates, we decided to poke around for other decor goodies. We ended up discovering some adorable agate photo clips on clearance — saving us $30 — which we used as table-number holders at dinner.

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $25

Total saved at Pier 1: $75

We found bud vases at the Container Store. We went with vintage-looking glass milk bottles to hold our flower centerpieces on our wine-barrel cocktail tables. We saved $10 with a 15% off coupon that was available at the time of purchase, earned free shipping because our order was more than $75 and got 4% Cash Back at Ebates. And our wedding flowers couldn’t have looked sweeter.

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $3

Total saved at the Container Store: $25

Total saved on centerpieces: $100

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Favors

Part of our wedding favors included a little ode to San Francisco, where Ryan and I live. We wanted to pair a couple of our favorite Ghirardelli chocolates in a tiny sachet to place on each plate. Because we happened to be shopping on a triple Cash Back week at Ebates, we found some incredible savings at Ghirardelli. We saved $25 on our order thanks to 15% Cash Back, and our guests loved the personal touch.

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $25

Total saved at Ghirardelli: $25

Chocolates weren’t the only favors we decided to give out. I had seen small bottles of olive oil handed out at a few weddings on Pinterest, and I thought it was the perfect idea — especially for a California wedding. The winery where we were getting married was dotted with olive trees. This idea turned into a small DIY project that was well worth it and loved by everyone, and Michaels was our store of choice for the tiny bottles. Thanks to a buy-one-get-one-50%-off deal on swing-top bottles and 2% Cash Back, we were able to pour some local olive oil into each bottle with a thank-you tag for our guests. These were a huge hit!

Savings:

Ebates Cash Back savings: $3

Total saved at Michaels: $45

Total saved on favors: $70

Total saved on wedding decor: $205

Overall, we saved $205 on wedding decor, cutting our budget for that in half. An extra $200 went back in our pockets thanks to all the deals and Cash Back we discovered at Ebates. We’ll take it.

Next up, I’ll share even more wedding deals. Stay tuned to learn how I was able to save big on wedding attire.

April 29, 2017

Quiz: What Type of Bride Are You?

Your wedding day provides the ultimate opportunity to showcase who you truly are as a bride and as a couple. From your wedding dress to where you say, “I do,” your special day reveals your inner essence as well as the image you wish to put forth into the world. Take the quiz below for insight into your true tie-the-knot identity.

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April 8, 2017

How to Get Gorgeous Wedding Hair

Your wedding photographs aren’t just another Facebook profile picture — these are the images you’ll be looking at for the rest of your life. To look your best on the big day, it’s important to be mindful of beauty appointments and upkeep, especially regarding your hair. Here’s a countdown to help you get everything under control.

One Month Before

Invest in a keratin treatment. If your hair is naturally wild or super frizzy, an in-salon keratin treatment can remedy the situation. Experts advise booking these one month before the wedding to get your texture in tip-top shape.

Find inspiration online. Anyone who has come home from the salon in tears over a bad haircut knows that style is subjective. Your version of loose curls may be totally different than your stylist’s. The best way to prevent miscommunication is to search for pictures. Pinterest is an amazing tool. Pin the looks you love and consult with your stylist before the wedding to avoid any hairstyle confusion.

Two Weeks Before

Start conditioning. If you’re planning to wear your hair down, you’ll want it to look super healthy. Stylists suggest booking an in-salon deep-conditioning treatment to repair split ends and leave your hair looking silky. You also may wish to invest in a deep-conditioning hair treatment to use once a week to increase softness.

Fix your color. Whatever your dream shade, this is the time to book your colorist. It’ll give the dye a chance to settle and still look fresh without roots growing back in. Although a bold hue is one way to make a statement, many experts recommend keeping it natural. This is a day when you’ll want to rock the color that makes you feel most like yourself.

One Week Before

Get a trim. Stylists don’t recommend dramatic changes prior to the wedding — it’s already a sensitive time and any major snip could send you into a spiral. Book a stylist you trust and opt instead for a light trim.

Add shine. Dirt, oil and products can leave hair looking less than lustrous. Try a clarifying product to cut out gunk. You also can schedule a last-minute in-salon gloss treatment.

April 4, 2017

How to Get Your Skin Ready for Your Wedding Day

Finding an amazing makeup artist is just one step toward getting gorgeous skin on your wedding day. The real work comes during months of skin care, diet and exercise. The good news is that you easily can achieve luminous results with a few simple tweaks. Here’s a plan that will result in your best skin ever.

1. Start Drinking More Water — Immediately

Yes, it’s the oldest advice in the book, but water maintains moisture and increases skin elasticity, and it will combat skin problems such as wrinkles and eczema. Force yourself to take water breaks at work, and keep a glass by your nightstand. And, if you’re bored by water, make it fun: Get in the ritual of having water with lemon when you wake up. Drinking more water will change the way your skin looks more than anything else.

2. Pay Attention to Your Diet

You are what you eat, so revamping your diet will make a more dramatic change than any expensive skin cream. Experts advise paying extra attention to your diet in the months leading up to the big day. Keep a food journal describing how you feel after eating. Do you notice certain foods making you feel sluggish? Pay attention to how your skin reacts to the new diet. Cut out carbs, sugars and animal proteins; fruits and veggies have all the minerals, nutrients and antioxidants you need to glow from the inside.

3. Stick to a Routine

Planning a wedding means you’ll be busier — and more stressed out — than ever. Set your alarm for five minutes earlier than usual and block off an extra five minutes at night to commit to a strict skin-care routine. Invest in a good mask tailored to your skin’s needs and use it every Sunday night. Julia Noik, founder of organic beauty line African Botanics, suggests doing this at least two to three months before your wedding.

4. Commit to Exercise You Enjoy

Exercise increases blood flow, nourishes skin cells and carries away waste products. Working up a sweat revs up collagen production and is on par with getting a facial, experts say. If you have only three spare minutes in the morning, begin your day with cat-cow pose: inhale, lift your chest and butt, and drop your belly. Then exhale, drop your head and curl in your navel. Do it fast! Yogis say the anti-aging benefits of this pose are in the speed.

5. Book a Facial

A month before your wedding, book a facial. It will increase circulation and decrease waste (which causes puffiness) under your skin. It also will cleanse your pores on a deeper level and can help even your skin tone and lighten dark spots.

March 31, 2017

What Your Bridal Shoes Say About You

Blame Cinderella, but there’s no denying it: There’s something decidedly fantastical about wedding-day footwear. And although your gown may steal the show, it’s your wedding shoes that reveal your true colors. From a comfortable wedge to a serious stiletto, here’s the message your bridal shoes are sending out into the world.

1.“Fashion is my first love forever.”

Who cares if you can barely see your heels beneath your dress? You’d know — and die — if you didn’t do it up designer from head to toe. Fashion is more than fun to you — it’s your identity. And comfort means nothing when style is concerned.

2. “I look for a bit of magic in everything.”

From ruby slippers to your beloved first pair of jelly heels, footwear has a storybook quality for you. You’d never even dream of slipping into a standard pair of white or cream heels on your big day. Keep the whimsical vibes alive with these gilded flats. Demure yet daring, they add the right bit of charm to any gown.

3. “This is my ultimate princess moment.”

You’ve dreamed of this day your entire life and you aren’t afraid to go all out — the big gown, the traditional jewels and the stacked heel. These sparkling stilettos, featuring an open toe and a pretty T-strap, fit the bill for your big moment.

4. “I basically want to be barefoot — except more glam.”

In an ideal world, you’d get married in your bathing suit. You loathe hair brushes, barely can be bothered to take off your leggings and would rather be on a beach than in a shopping mall. Keep it casual yet polished with these simple, slip-on flats.

5. “I move to my own drumbeat.”

A traditional pump is the sartorial equivalent of the snooze button for you. You want a shoe that stands out yet still makes sense for the occasion. These booties are fun and fashion-forward, not to mention easy to dance in.

March 6, 2017

10 Wow-Worthy Wedding Makeup Tips for the DIY Bride

You want your big day to be flawless, and that includes your wedding makeup. Get the lovely looks you and your bridesmaids crave with the best wedding makeup ideas around. No matter your stunning style, you’ll save a pretty penny with Cash Back at Ebates and some simple DIY wedding makeup tips. Here are our top 10 tips for flawless wedding makeup!

1. Prime Time

The best bridal makeup begins with the perfect surface. No matter the season or location of your wedding, the ideal primer will ensure your makeup stays put from your walk down the aisle to photos and every dance move in between. Apply a water-based primer from a makeup maven like Kat Von D Beauty and get ready for the smoothest skin possible. You’ll notice your makeup has more staying power than ever before. If you’re going for any shadow, be sure to keep your lids lovely with an eye shadow primer to prevent creases too!

2. Matte Is a Must

Overly oily skin can get in the way of even the best makeup looks. Combat that greasy glow in an instant with top-rated oil-blotting papers from Bobbi Brown Cosmetics. A must-have for summer weddings and warmer climates, these ultra-thin papers are perfect for an on-the-go touch-up without smudging your bridal makeup. They’ll soak up sweat and oil and leave your skin feeling flawless.

3. Hands Off

Using a clean brush or soft makeup sponge is one of the best wedding makeup tips around. Skip breakouts on your big day by always applying foundations, BB creams, concealers and anything else that touches your face with a clean makeup brush or damp blender.You’ll prevent any dirt and bacteria from transferring from fingers to face. Plus, great makeup tools will give you that flawless finish you want, without leaving behind smudges and fingerprints. Be sure to blend well to stop those pesky makeup lines from infiltrating your wedding photos.

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4. All About the Arch

The right makeup for wedding day photos is crucial. Don’t let your bare brows steal the spotlight! Instead, if your eyebrows are slightly sparse, give them some shape with an eyebrow pencil or defining cream from NARS Cosmetics. You’ll frame your face and really make your snapshots pop. Be sure to watch a wedding makeup tutorial to get your look just right, and practice perfecting your arches with the right shade before the big day.

5. Get Glowing

Ditch the dull and get a stunning sheen in seconds with a radiant highlighter. When properly placed, a highlighter can give you a subtle glow without making your face look like a strobe light. Pop some in the corners of your eyes for a fresh-faced, awake look in an instant. Use it under your brow arch for a little lift, and sweep some on your cheekbones for a great glow if you’re looking for some easy glam. Check out e.l.f. Cosmetics for lots of illuminating essentials while saving with a makeup promo code.

6. Waterproof for the Win

Let happy tears flow freely and never mess up your makeup, thanks to waterproof wedding makeup. Your lashes will love a coat or two of waterproof mascara to keep them in perfect shape all day long. Check out some great, long-wear waterproof mascara options at Tarte Cosmetics and lengthen and strengthen your lashes with the best.

7. Stay Put

Once you’ve achieved your perfect bridal makeup look, be sure to set it with a great makeup setting spray, like Urban Decay’s All Nighter. Give your face a generous mist and let it dry to give your look staying power from morning to night.

8. Get Cheeky

The last thing you want is for your face to appear washed out in your wedding photos. Avoid a dull look by adding a pop of color to your cheeks with a natural-looking cream blush. It’ll give you instant lift and a healthy glow. Smile, pop some color on the apples of your cheeks and blend out toward the temples for the perfect look.

9. Bright Eyes

Skip red, tired eyes with your favorite anti-red eye drops. We recommend the tried-and-true Clear Eyes Maximum Redness Relief. A must if you’re anticipating a late night the day before your vows, eye drops will get the red out and brighten up your look instantly.

10. Bye-Bye, Bags

Pesky under-eye bags and dark circles have no place in your wedding photos. Prep your delicate under-eye area with a moisturizing eye cream and let it sink into your skin. After your primer layer, dot on a color-correcting concealer in a triangle shape under your eyes and blend out toward your cheekbones. This technique will give you a great, natural-looking highlight and cover up any drab darkness under your eyes. Be sure to set it with a light powder before your grand appearance.