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If you’re a bride-to-be looking to nail that perfect wedding day look, chances are you’ve spent hours poring over makeup inspo—swiping through Instagram, pinning Pinterest boards, maybe even watching a few too many tutorials. But the question remains: how do you stand out while still feeling like yourself? The truth is, bridal makeup trends are moving away from overly dramatic, towards something fresher and more natural.
We’re talking glowing skin that looks like you just spent a weekend at the spa (but really, it’s all about the prep), soft makeup that enhances your features and colours that make you feel radiant, not disguised. To give us the lowdown on what’s hot in bridal beauty right now, we turned to makeup artist Tanvi Chemburkar, who’s worked with countless celebrities to perfect their look for the big day. She’s here to spill the tea on the trends that are taking over this season—and why natural, polished and glowy is the way to go.
For years, matte finishes dominated the bridal makeup scene. But this season, it’s all about glow. Chemburkar emphasises that glowing, hydrated skin is the starting point for any modern bridal look. “It’s no longer about heavy coverage or matte textures. Brides are looking for skin that looks healthy, fresh and luminous,” she tells us.
That means focusing on hydration and lightweight foundations that let your skin breathe, rather than heavy formulas that cake on. The key to making your skin look as fresh as possible? Good prep. “The more hydrated your skin, the better the makeup sits,” Chemburkar adds.
If you’ve been paying attention to bridal trends lately, you’ve probably noticed the rise of monochromatic makeup. It’s not about matching every single product to the same shade—it’s about creating a cohesive look with the same colour family across your face. “It’s soft, simple and flattering for every bride,” Chemburkar says. Soft blush tones across the eyes, cheeks and lips give a natural, pulled-together vibe that isn’t fussy.
Whether it’s peachy pinks, warm nudes or earthy browns, there’s a lot to consider. “You don’t need to overthink it,” Chemburkar adds. “Pick tones that work with your natural skin colour and enhance your features in a subtle way.” The beauty of this look is that it makes your whole face feel in harmony—like you didn't spend hours blending.
Contouring isn’t going anywhere, but it’s definitely evolving. Gone are the days of sharp, Instagram-style contouring that required five different shades and a masterclass in blending. The new approach is all about subtlety. “Brides are opting for soft, sculpted looks that enhance the natural bone structure,” Chemburkar explains. Think soft shadowing along the jawline, under the cheekbones and around the temples, all blended to perfection.
This approach allows you to retain dimension without feeling like you’ve got two different faces. “It’s about lifting and defining, but still keeping the makeup as natural as possible,” Chemburkar says. The result? A refined, polished look that doesn’t feel dramatic.
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to bridal makeup; and Chemburkar is quick to point out that your look should complement your skin tone. “Lighter skin tones look amazing with soft pastels and rosy hues, while medium skin tones are stunning with warm peaches and golds,” she notes. “For deeper tones, jewel tones like bronze, burgundy and plum really pop.”
But that’s not all. The type of wedding you’re planning also affects your look. “For a daytime wedding, I recommend light, fresh tones—think soft pinks or nudes,” Chemburkar says. “But for a nighttime celebration, you can play with deeper shades, like a richer lip colour or bolder eyeshadow.”
We all know weddings can be long. Very long. And you’ll want your makeup to stay intact from your first look to the last dance. Chemburkar has a few tricks to keep your face fresh all day (and night). “Start with a mattifying primer to lock in your base, followed by a long-wear foundation,” she recommends. For eyes, waterproof mascara and smudge-proof eyeliner are your best friends.
For touch-ups throughout the day, Chemburkar suggests keeping things simple. “Blotting papers and pressed powder are key for a quick refresh; and don’t forget a long-lasting lipstick or lip stain for any touch-ups.”
At the end of the day, bridal makeup should feel like you—only a bit more elevated. “Brides are moving away from the heavy, dramatic looks and embracing something that feels natural and authentic,” the expert says. “It’s about enhancing your features and creating a look that reflects who you are, not who you think you should be.”
For years, matte finishes dominated the bridal makeup scene. But this season, it’s all about glow. Chemburkar emphasises that glowing, hydrated skin is the starting point for any modern bridal look. “It’s no longer about heavy coverage or matte textures. Brides are looking for skin that looks healthy, fresh and luminous,” she tells us.
That means focusing on hydration and lightweight foundations that let your skin breathe, rather than heavy formulas that cake on. The key to making your skin look as fresh as possible? Good prep. “The more hydrated your skin, the better the makeup sits,” Chemburkar adds.
If you’ve been paying attention to bridal trends lately, you’ve probably noticed the rise of monochromatic makeup. It’s not about matching every single product to the same shade—it’s about creating a cohesive look with the same colour family across your face. “It’s soft, simple and flattering for every bride,” Chemburkar says. Soft blush tones across the eyes, cheeks and lips give a natural, pulled-together vibe that isn’t fussy.
Whether it’s peachy pinks, warm nudes or earthy browns, there’s a lot to consider. “You don’t need to overthink it,” Chemburkar adds. “Pick tones that work with your natural skin colour and enhance your features in a subtle way.” The beauty of this look is that it makes your whole face feel in harmony—like you didn't spend hours blending.
Contouring isn’t going anywhere, but it’s definitely evolving. Gone are the days of sharp, Instagram-style contouring that required five different shades and a masterclass in blending. The new approach is all about subtlety. “Brides are opting for soft, sculpted looks that enhance the natural bone structure,” Chemburkar explains. Think soft shadowing along the jawline, under the cheekbones and around the temples, all blended to perfection.
This approach allows you to retain dimension without feeling like you’ve got two different faces. “It’s about lifting and defining, but still keeping the makeup as natural as possible,” Chemburkar says. The result? A refined, polished look that doesn’t feel dramatic.
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to bridal makeup; and Chemburkar is quick to point out that your look should complement your skin tone. “Lighter skin tones look amazing with soft pastels and rosy hues, while medium skin tones are stunning with warm peaches and golds,” she notes. “For deeper tones, jewel tones like bronze, burgundy and plum really pop.”
But that’s not all. The type of wedding you’re planning also affects your look. “For a daytime wedding, I recommend light, fresh tones—think soft pinks or nudes,” Chemburkar says. “But for a nighttime celebration, you can play with deeper shades, like a richer lip colour or bolder eyeshadow.”
We all know weddings can be long. Very long. And you’ll want your makeup to stay intact from your first look to the last dance. Chemburkar has a few tricks to keep your face fresh all day (and night). “Start with a mattifying primer to lock in your base, followed by a long-wear foundation,” she recommends. For eyes, waterproof mascara and smudge-proof eyeliner are your best friends.
For touch-ups throughout the day, Chemburkar suggests keeping things simple. “Blotting papers and pressed powder are key for a quick refresh; and don’t forget a long-lasting lipstick or lip stain for any touch-ups.”
At the end of the day, bridal makeup should feel like you—only a bit more elevated. “Brides are moving away from the heavy, dramatic looks and embracing something that feels natural and authentic,” the expert says. “It’s about enhancing your features and creating a look that reflects who you are, not who you think you should be.”
For years, matte finishes dominated the bridal makeup scene. But this season, it’s all about glow. Chemburkar emphasises that glowing, hydrated skin is the starting point for any modern bridal look. “It’s no longer about heavy coverage or matte textures. Brides are looking for skin that looks healthy, fresh and luminous,” she tells us.
That means focusing on hydration and lightweight foundations that let your skin breathe, rather than heavy formulas that cake on. The key to making your skin look as fresh as possible? Good prep. “The more hydrated your skin, the better the makeup sits,” Chemburkar adds.
If you’ve been paying attention to bridal trends lately, you’ve probably noticed the rise of monochromatic makeup. It’s not about matching every single product to the same shade—it’s about creating a cohesive look with the same colour family across your face. “It’s soft, simple and flattering for every bride,” Chemburkar says. Soft blush tones across the eyes, cheeks and lips give a natural, pulled-together vibe that isn’t fussy.
Whether it’s peachy pinks, warm nudes or earthy browns, there’s a lot to consider. “You don’t need to overthink it,” Chemburkar adds. “Pick tones that work with your natural skin colour and enhance your features in a subtle way.” The beauty of this look is that it makes your whole face feel in harmony—like you didn't spend hours blending.
Contouring isn’t going anywhere, but it’s definitely evolving. Gone are the days of sharp, Instagram-style contouring that required five different shades and a masterclass in blending. The new approach is all about subtlety. “Brides are opting for soft, sculpted looks that enhance the natural bone structure,” Chemburkar explains. Think soft shadowing along the jawline, under the cheekbones and around the temples, all blended to perfection.
This approach allows you to retain dimension without feeling like you’ve got two different faces. “It’s about lifting and defining, but still keeping the makeup as natural as possible,” Chemburkar says. The result? A refined, polished look that doesn’t feel dramatic.
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to bridal makeup; and Chemburkar is quick to point out that your look should complement your skin tone. “Lighter skin tones look amazing with soft pastels and rosy hues, while medium skin tones are stunning with warm peaches and golds,” she notes. “For deeper tones, jewel tones like bronze, burgundy and plum really pop.”
But that’s not all. The type of wedding you’re planning also affects your look. “For a daytime wedding, I recommend light, fresh tones—think soft pinks or nudes,” Chemburkar says. “But for a nighttime celebration, you can play with deeper shades, like a richer lip colour or bolder eyeshadow.”
We all know weddings can be long. Very long. And you’ll want your makeup to stay intact from your first look to the last dance. Chemburkar has a few tricks to keep your face fresh all day (and night). “Start with a mattifying primer to lock in your base, followed by a long-wear foundation,” she recommends. For eyes, waterproof mascara and smudge-proof eyeliner are your best friends.
For touch-ups throughout the day, Chemburkar suggests keeping things simple. “Blotting papers and pressed powder are key for a quick refresh; and don’t forget a long-lasting lipstick or lip stain for any touch-ups.”
At the end of the day, bridal makeup should feel like you—only a bit more elevated. “Brides are moving away from the heavy, dramatic looks and embracing something that feels natural and authentic,” the expert says. “It’s about enhancing your features and creating a look that reflects who you are, not who you think you should be.”
