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Fake It
A common concern for brides is whether or not to wear fake eyelashes for fear of looking over the top on their wedding day. I am all for not adding anything if it is not needed—a total advocate for “less is more,” but in my opinion even the most natural bridal makeup look can use a set of lashes. In fact, my favourite use for them is when there is not a lot of eye makeup being used at all. They just seem to add that little je ne sais quoi, where you look at the person and can’t quite figure out why they look better, they just do. Not to mention how they make you feel….sort of like a fresh new haircut or a great pair of shoes. Even for those brides that aren’t really “makeup wearers” and are scared that when their makeup artist is done with them their husband won’t recognize them at the altar! I can’t tell you how many times I’ve caught a bride batting her eyelashes at herself in the mirror after I have applied them.
Now for the important part…choosing the right pair. The last thing we want is a drag queen bride! Subtlety is key. You don’t want it to be obvious you are wearing fake eyelashes. You just want your eyes to look better. My all-time staple, over-the-counter drugstore pair is by Quo, #801’s ($7 at Shoppers Drug Mart). I also love the Flirt-It Lash Duo from Sephora. This pack has a full strip and a half strip and if you are truly going for subtle the half strip is perfect. Both look natural, not too long, and not too noticeable. I always carry them in my kit, whether I’m working on a bride or a magazine editorial. If natural is the objective, on they go.
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Tags: beauty, fake eyelashes, makeup, sephora
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you are a rock star!!! i need your advice on a daily basis no kidding , love the blog!!! xoxoxo rachie
Hey !!! I didn’t know about this trick – I”m SO going to try this.
I LOVE these tips MORE PLEASE !!!!! :)
Great stuff!
I’m a mature lady with short lashes and would like to know if it would also work for me,or would it be too much ? thanks
Very easy to remove….. Simply grab hold of the lashes and pull them off gently and slowly, from the outside in. You will be surprised how easy it is. It won’t hurt a bit!
It totally worked!!! i tried it with my bff’s this aft and it looks great! and so subtle!
thanks Michelle!
Love the idea! Going to use it. Are they easy to remove?
Love the advice! I didn’t know drug store lashes would be good enough for a natural look.
Great advice Michelle! Welcome to our blog…you’re a star.