The Perfect Make-Up For The Little White Dress

The Perfect Make-Up For The Little White Dress

Posted by Arif Isikgun | 13 June 2019 | Beauty, Party Ready, Style & Beauty

Wearing white for a summer party? This summery look needs make-up to match: Beauty Editor Asif Isikgun shares his tips for making your make-up work with that Little White Dress…

As Wimbledon fever spreads across the nation, the battles on Centre Court trigger the battle of the wardrobes – what to wear! We’ve all heard of the little black dress – an outfit synonymous with a stylish night out. This iconic look is usually accompanied by glamorous yet elegant make-up, hinging on the sophistication of the classic red lip. But what about the LWD (little white dress) for day-to-night chic? It’s the perfect style solution for a season of tennis, parties, summer events and wedding invitations – here’s the secret of great summer make-up to match your look…

Credit: Dmitry Sheremeta

 

Wearing an outfit with an easy-breezy mood and a sense of lightness and brightness, you need make-up that simply reflect this vibe, with subtle hints of summer. The key is to use pastel shades all over with one impactful pop of colour.

Credit: Tamara Bellis

Your event will hopefully be sunny (fingers crossed) but as we are all far too aware, our glorious UK weather has a tendency to do its own thing –so you should prepare for every eventuality. Use a good, natural-looking base such as a BB or CC cream that contains a high SPF.

To create a beautiful glow, a highlighter is essential. Apply a golden-toned powder or cream highlighter to the high points of the face – just above the cheek bone. This will reflect the light and give more dimensions to the skin. For a more youthful complexion, dot a little highlighter onto the tip of the nose, chin and across the centre of the forehead – these are the points of the face that naturally glow when hit by light.

To finish the look, add mascara and finely line the top lash line with a blendable or liquid liner; there is no need for eye shadow, as you can use a small amount of blush or bronzing powder in the crease of the eyes to keep the look very fresh and natural. Add a bright lipstick or vivid gloss to lend the look structure and create a focal point. Don’t be shy of using bright colour on your lips, as the rest of the look is somewhat muted. A subtle application of brow pencil will help frame your face, too, if you like.

Finally, dab a small amount of a coral blush onto the apples of the cheeks to unify the colour distribution and create warmth – you will see your lipstick blend into the finished picture.

Credit: Victoria Chudinova

 

Result? A perfectly sophisticated look that can easily go from day to night and works for any occasion. Now you’re Wimbledon ready!

 

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Written by Arif Isikgun | Beauty Editor

Founder and CEO of AiBeauty Consultancy
About The Author

Arif Isikgun

Make-up maestro Arif has wielded his bronzing brushes as a training adviser for the world's biggest beauty brands, and now offers private independent consultations for clients.

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