Makeup to complete your white outfit
Wearing white is a cause of anxiety for some people as they imagine everything that can go wrong. A white outfit paired with the right makeup can, however, bring your outfit together perfectly.
POLOKWANE – BONUS spoke to Lisa Morganey, from Beauty Beats By Lisa who shared how makeup can transform an entire look. “When you wear all white take into consideration the look that you want to portray. For an easy-going, effortless holiday look, keep it fresh faced, simple and let the outfit do the talking. Pair your white outfit with lightly bronzed skin and add a pop of subtle coloured lips, this can be a cherry or plum-coloured lipstick,” she suggested.
To create an illusion of ‘no makeup’, keep the skin looking bare and add a nude lipstick and a subtle statement eyebrow. “This is the perfect ‘I woke up like this’ makeup look for those days you do not want to stand out too much.”
For a chic look, go all out with a red lipstick which gets people to look your way. To complement your super chic look, add a bold deep red matte lipstick, and voluminous lengthening mascara to your eyelashes.
For a more crisp look, add an eyeliner with a cool metallic blue tone to highlight your eyes.
For a glamorous look, pair your white outfit with makeup with shimmering metallic hues and illuminated matte products. “Keep makeup tones pink for a soft feminine touch. Match this with a pulled-back hairstyle to make your face the focus of the look.”
Tips:
1. White clothes draw more attention to your skin so prep your skin beforehand and create a subtle bronzed look to make it pop and avoid looking ashy.
2. Keep it natural by opting for earthy tones to complement your neutral palette.
3. Do not be afraid to experiment with eye shadow colours.
4. Add a bold lipstick to make you look edgy and opt for smudge proof lipstick to avoid any accidents on your white.
5. Define your brows with a brow pencil or powder as this will add contrasting value between the white dress and your natural features.
6. Avoid touching up on makeup to avoid staining your dress.
