Wedding Guest Makeup Looks For Every Style

Wedding season is upon us, and chances are wedding invitations have started to land in your mailbox. Once you’ve RSVP'd, it’s time to start thinking about what you'll wear and how you’ll do your makeup for the big event. Need some inspiration on the latter? We’re sharing two step-by-step tutorials for wedding-ready looks — one for the beauty minimalist and one for the maximalist. 

Minimalist Wedding Guest Makeup Routine

STEP 1: Foundation

Start with a lightweight foundation, like the IT Cosmetics CC+ Nude Glow Foundation and apply it to your skin with a brush or makeup sponge. 

STEP 2: Blush

Next, apply a rosy blush to the apples of your cheeks for a natural flush. We love the Maybelline New York Cheek Heat Gel-Cream Blush, which has a weightless, dewy finish. 

STEP 3: Eyeshadow

For an elevated yet natural eyeshadow, reach for a metallic tan shadow, like the NYX Professional Makeup Jumbo Eye Pencil in Iced Mocha. It’s easy to apply and can be blended out for a diffused finish. 

STEP 4: Eyeliner 

Next, line your upper lid with a precise liner, like the Lancôme Artliner Precision Felt-Tip Liquid Eyeliner. Keeping the liner close to your lashes gives them a fuller appearance, too. 

STEP 5: Mascara

To amp up your natural lashes, coat them with a lengthening formula, like the Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara.

STEP 6: Brows

To give your brows some height, brush them up with a clear brow pomade or gel. The NYX Professional Makeup The Brow Glue gives brows a cleaned-up look and a long-lasting hold. 

STEP 7: Lip Gloss