Seasons & Venues · 1 min read
Winter Wedding Makeup: Rich, Glowing and Cold-Weather Proof
By Bridal Makeup Artist · Updated
Winter weddings call for a little more richness: glowing skin, deeper lips and soft smoky eyes that suit candlelight and velvet. Cold air outside and dry heating indoors are hard on skin, though, so hydration comes first.
Prep for cold weather
- Switch to a richer moisturiser a few weeks before the wedding.
- Use a hydrating primer and a radiant-finish long-wear foundation.
- Exfoliate the lips gently and use balm daily. Winter lips flake easily.
- Cold makes cheeks and noses go red. Use a green corrector lightly where you need it.
Winter bridal makeup looks
- Eyes: soft smoky browns, plum, burgundy or champagne with a deeper outer corner. Warm metallics glow in candlelight.
- Cheeks: cream blush in berry or rose, applied a little more generously, because winter light is flatter.
- Lips: winter is the season for berry, wine, deep rose or a classic red. Line the whole lip so it lasts.
- Highlight: a soft glow on the cheekbones catches candlelight beautifully.
Outdoor photos in the cold
Keep a hand cream and lip balm with your touch-up kit, and blot any redness or watery eyes with a tissue rather than wiping. Waterproof mascara is essential, because cold wind makes eyes water.
Frequently asked questions
What lipstick colour is best for a winter wedding?
Berry, wine, deep rose and classic reds all suit winter. Choose a long-wear formula and line the whole lip.
How do I stop my skin looking dry in winter wedding photos?
Prep with a richer moisturiser and hydrating primer, use a radiant foundation, and powder only the T-zone.
