Eyes are everything. I’m going to say it again…eyes are genuinely everything. Your bridal look could be absolutely flawless, your skin could be glowing, your lips could be perfectly sculpted, but if your eyes aren’t absolutely stunning, the whole look falls flat. This is why we’re saving eyeshadow palettes and false lashes for the final…
Your eyes are the focal point of your bridal makeup. Full stop. Even if every other part of your makeup is flawless, if your eyes aren’t bold, dramatic, and absolutely gorgeous, the whole look falls flat. Your eyes are what people see first. Your eyes are what photographs capture in every single shot. After 16…
So here’s something I learned very early in my career doing South Asian bridal makeup: the traditional makeup rules don’t always apply to our skin tones. I’d watch tutorials from makeup artists with pale skin, apply a contour shade that worked for them, and it would look completely grey and ashy on my brides. I’d…
After 16 years of doing South Asian bridal makeup, the base is everything. And I don’t just mean the makeup product (though that’s absolutely crucial). What I actually mean is that you need to build a proper base. Your skincare routine, your primer, your foundation shade selection, and your concealer strategy all work together to…
As autumn creeps in, I’m already thinking about my nail refresh, and fall nails are top of my list. Summer was all bright and beachy,but come September, y fingers are craving something richer, warmer, more autumn. Fall nails are some of my absolute favourites to create. Deep burnished tones, cosy textures, those little touches of…
Your hijab style is just as important as your dress on your wedding day! I’ve styled hundreds of hijabi brides and you know what I’ve learned? The hijab can absolutely make or break your bridal look. A gorgeous dress with a poorly styled hijab? Not ideal. But a simple dress with a beautifully styled hijab?…
Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As someone who spent 16 years as a South Asian bridal makeup and hair artist, I’ve been part of countless nikkah ceremonies. I’ve seen every style imaginable…from brides in simple…
Finding the perfect modest wedding dress that’s actually stunning (not frumpy, not boring, not looking like you’re wearing a curtain) is harder than it should be! After 16 years working as a South Asian bridal makeup and hair artist, I’ve seen literally hundreds of hijabi brides. Some looked absolutely breathtaking, some looked uncomfortable all day,…
Bridal Nail Ideas: Stunning Wedding Nail Designs to Try Heyy and welcome my lovely brides-to-be! I’m Shahena, a London based bridal hair and makeup artist, and I know how important it is to have everything perfect for your big day, including your nails. Your nails should match your wedding style and make you feel fabulous!…
Stunning Bridal Henna Ideas for Your Big Day! Hey love! Shahena here. I do bridal hair, makeup, and henna here in London, and honestly? Talking about mehndi gets me SO excited. I’ve been doing this for years and I still get butterflies when I see a bride look at her hands for the first time…