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Nov 17, 2014

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Let’s be honest. When you’ve just said “yes” to one of the biggest questions of your life, you are ready to tell the world… and show off that ring! But before you do, we’ve asked out beauty editor Kori Mahoney to share a few tips for keeping your hands in tip-top shape for your engagement and wedding day since you’ll be showing them off too. For starters, use a coarse hand scrub to smooth the skin and get rid of any flakiness followed with a nice, non-greasy hand cream. There are so many hand cream options available, so it’s really up to you as far as what you like in terms of texture and fragrance. Some even contain anti-aging benefits such as Vitamin C or sunscreen! Kori recommends hand cream by Crème de la Mer as well as a brand called Omorovicza. Keep them handy and reapply throughout the day and at bedtime. Sleeping in cotton gloves while wearing hand cream underneath can soothe severely dry skin. (Image from 100 Layer Cake)

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And don’t forget about your nails! The manicure is where your personality really shines through. We recommend a classic pale pink (such as Essie’s “Ballet Slippers”) for your wedding day, but you might choose a chic red nail for the early days of engagement (Christian Dior has a wonderfully curved brush; shade 999 is a classic cherry red). But of course there’s nothing wrong with being boring and doing what I do… use clear nail polish! Clean and classic. Have fun with it and know that your hands will be in many of your wedding day shots. Have your nails done professionally for your special day and make sure to take your color and a fresh topcoat along with you in case of an accidental chip. (Image from Bridal Guide)

Happy engagement ladies… now go show off that ring!

11.17.14 | TARA GUÉRARD
Beauty | 1 Comment

Sep 04, 2014

Finding your Beauty Dream Team

Your wedding day is about making the ultimate commitment to your partner, but you might find that during the planning process, you also make some great new friendships with the people helping to put your dream wedding together. Your hair and makeup team is crucial to a seamless walk down the aisle, and you need to be able to rely on them completely to help you feel your best on your big day. So in a sea of stylists, how do you find the ones that are right for you? Luckily our beauty editor Kori Mahoney is here to share some tips on the process! (image source)

Ask your wedding planner for recommendations. They have generally been planning weddings in your location for quite some time, and offer a wealth of knowledge and one of the best little black books in town.
If you have a hairstylist that you see on a regular basis, or someone who glams you up at the makeup counter before a big night out, ask them if they frequently do weddings or offer onsite services. Since you already trust them and they know your style, it would be an easy transition.
That said, make sure you see examples of their work for more formal occasions since something that looks great for the office or a night out doesn’t always translate into the polished wedding style you’re going for.
Don’t forget to ask them about their availability the day of your wedding and for any trial runs scheduled before. If they will be doing your bridesmaids’ hair and makeup as well, ask them if they have a team to help or what kind of time you should allow for if they are doing it individually.
Make sure to find out about the cost for their services, especially if it includes traveling to the wedding location, or styling your bridesmaids as well. Since wedding budgets can easily add up, you won’t want to be surprised when you get the final bill.
Last but not least, make sure your beauty team works well together and that your hair and makeup create one cohesive look. You might ask your hair stylist if she has a makeup artist she could recommend and vice versa to make sure they have the same style and vision. Doing a trial run will also make sure everything works well together. Pay attention to not only the overall look they provide, but also the chemistry you have with them to ensure a fun and glamorous wedding day!

9.04.14 | TARA GUÉRARD
Beauty, Bridal | 2 Comments

Aug 11, 2014

The Dos and Don’ts of Wedding Makeup

We’re so happy to have our resident beauty editor Kori Mahoney back on the Bon Bon Blog to talk about the dos and don’ts of wedding makeup. Of course you want to look extra special on your wedding day, but it’s important to keep some key guidelines in mind so you don’t make mistakes that will haunt you for years to come. Nobody wants an Oompa Loompa in their wedding photos…

1. Whites, creams, ecrus can leave a bride feeling washed out. DO consider a subtle spray tan. If you are a porcelain goddess, DON’T dial it up to bahama bronze; moderation is key here. (Photo by Liz Banfield of a Soirée bride)

2. The look of lash extensions can be amazing. DO your research and check out examples of the makeup artist’s work. DON’T opt for pricey and distracting spider legs. Again, it’s all about moderation. (image source)

3. Brides, a tattoo shoutout! DO alert your artist if your intention is to have it fully covered. This will require additional time that day and special product that may or may not have a permanent home in your makeup artist’s kit. (image source)

4. DON’T crash diet. As we age and lose weight rapidly, our face loses volume and looks (gasp!) older. DO have dessert! (Photo of Soirée bridesmaids)

5. DO schedule a run through with the hair and makeup team and trust them. DON’T base opinions solely on a Google search. Personal connection is super important. (image source)

6. DO schedule waxings, facials, and haircuts (based of course on your stylist’s recommendation at run through) two weeks prior to the wedding to avoid breakouts, redness, overwaxing or other mishaps. DON’T rush into radical change. (image source)

Have fun with your makeup and don’t be afraid to experiment with your look on this very special day, but to prevent a beauty blunder, keep these guidelines in mind!

8.11.14 | TARA GUÉRARD
Beauty, Bridal, Bridal Style | 1 Comment