Mad Men style is being seen everywhere; from Louis Vuitton’s fall collection to the full-skirted dresses found on the racks of H&M, it seems that this polished, sophisticated  retro style is making a major comeback. However, this trend is not specific to mainstream fashion, it is also increasingly evident in bridal make-up trends. For brides who desire a classic look with a little bit of edge, this look a perfect way to express your inner vamp without offending Grandma. However, there is a right way and a wrong way to wear this look. In order to keep you on this side of goth, La Novia Bridal has broken the look down into three essential elements to help any bride master her  retro wedding-day face:

1. Cat’s Eye

The Cat’s Eye is the hallmark of Mad Men bridal style and consists of drawing a sweeping line from the inner corner of your upper eyelid  to just past the outer corner and finally adding a little upward flourish at the end for drama. This technique has the added benefit  of making your lashes look thicker when the make-up is applied close enough to the lash line, allowing brides to avoid having to use the false eyelashes that are inevitably cried off during the ceremony. It is best to use liquid eyeliner, which is more pigment-rich and less likely to slide off your face by the end of the night; but beware, application can be tricky- make sure to practice before the big day.

2. Red Lips

Everybody loves a good red lip and, luckily, there are more choices out there than ever before. Women of all colours can now easily find their perfect shade, which depends on skintone. The best way to determine skintone is to check the veins in your wrist:  if the skin inside your wrist shows red, orange or brown undertones, your skin tone is warm. If your undertones are peach, yellow, gold or olive, your skin tone is neutral. Blue and pink undertones mean your skin tone is cool. You should choose a red lipstick that has the same undertones as your skin. For example, people with warm undertones will want to choose a red lipstick with brown or orange tones in it for the most complimentary look. If you have a hard time distinguishing tones, ask a professional to help you find the perfect shade for your wedding day.

3. Powder

Nothing says bridal sophistication like an even, matte complexion. The Mad Men retro look requires a good dusting of a high-quality translucent powder to keep your make-up in place for the entirety of your wedding day and create a flawless. As a result, your wedding photos will show no trace of  the dreaded shine suffered by many vancouver brides who are vulnerable to our city’s legendary humidity. As a result, you will appear poised, comfortable and effortlessly beautiful.

And because you deserve to be pampered on your wedding day, La Novia bridal offers full wedding day make-up packages for brides, their attendants, family members and friends. Retro bridal make-up happens to be our specialty, so come to the best in order to look your best for the most important day of your life.

For the most stylish and avant garde presentation possible, check out our Jason Matlo collection of  bridal gowns to find the perfect gown to complete your look.