This is the perfect time to try out hair and make-up. Not only do you get to see it yourself, but you see how it looks on camera. Their are tons of myths about more make-up is better, the camera adds weight, etc, etc. Honestly it’s more about the shooter, the lens choice and the lighting that will effect those things. So again, this is the perfect opportunity to find out what you will really look like on camera.
A very common question I get asked from my brides is how much make-up to wear on the weeding day for photographs. Of course this is going to vary from bride to bride however my reply is always just a little more than you normally wear. Especially if you are a girl who wears little or no make-up, you do not want to look at your pictures and not love your pictures because you are wearing too much make-up.
I have heard many times from future brides that they were told they should wear more make-up for their photographs. This may be true in some photography such a fashion or in a studio setting with controlled lighting, however with most wedding photography natural light and some flash is used. A softer natural look is more conducive to available light, which usually works better with a softer look or less make-up. When used correctly make-up should enhance or highlight your natural beauty.
I have had many of bride use the engagement shoot for just this purpose and make slight adjustment to their make-up after doing their trial. Doing a trial with your hair and make is always a wise decision, however getting to see what it will look like in photographs before the wedding is key.
-RE
