Summer Wedding Beauty tips from Rent the Runway

Looking hot when it’s hot outside isn’t always easy: we all know that summer humidity can melt a picture-perfect makeup application in five minutes flat.  To keep your face looking fresh even as the temperature soars, the general rule is less is more.  Follow these easy tips for makeup that withstands the warm weather at your weddings.

Use products with staying power
Liquid liner is notoriously smudge-proof, which makes it perfect for an outdoor or all-day affair.  To ensure a crisp line, apply eyeshadow first.  Then, line your top lashes starting near your nose and thickening as you move outwards, which will create an eye-opening effect.  Try the Lancôme Artliner in Black, whose felt-tip applicator draws a perfect line every time.


Lighten up on lids and lips
If you know you’re going to be standing in direct sun or anywhere near an ocean, forego the sultry smoky eye makeup and red lipstick in favor of a lighter, breezier look. Do a sheer wash of shadow on lids and give lips pop of red color with gloss.  We like Lancôme Juicy Tubes in Berry Bold.


Embrace your warm weather glow
Powder foundation and perspiration simply do not play well together. To get more natural coverage this season, try a tinted moisturizer. For a perfectly pre-mixed version that boasts SPF 30 to boot, try Lancôme Bienfait Multi-Vital Teinté.

Navy, Plum or Charcoal-colored Eye Liner

Talk to your makeup professional about using a navy, plum or charcoal-colored eyeliner instead of black or brown for a softer look.  If you are planning an outdoor wedding, this will be less severe and will look better in your pictures.

What Will Kate Wear? Royal Wedding Gowns

Kate Middleton has vowed not to reveal anything about her dress before her wedding on April 29, 2011, but many have been speculating.  Rumor had it, British fashion designer Sophie Cranston designed a dress for Kate, but reps from her label, Libelula said it wasn't true.  There is another rumor that Kate actually designed the dress herself, with "ivory satin and lace with pearl buttons and a 10-foot train."  She has also included what is described as a ‘nod’ to the iconic Emanuel wedding dress worn by Lady Diana Spencer, but has avoided including any of its ‘flounce’. 

I think a gown fit for a queen should be very dramatic with a classic style.  People will remember this dress forever.  I've searched for pictures of what I think the dress may look like, but somehow I think they will pale in comparison to the actual dress.  Here are a few of my finds:

Elegant and classic, I think this would be a great choice.

I would love to see Kate wear something like this, but it may be a little "southern belle" for her.

This one is gorgeous with all of the beading and detail.  Plus, it would look great with a tiara!

This one is nice, but it reminds me a little of a (sexy) night gown.

This is the kind of dress I imagine when I think about a princess.  I love it.  It may be a little too sweet for Kate, though.



I love the details on the bust of this dress.  I imagine Kate's dress will have a lot of sparkle.

What kind of dress do you think Kate will be wearing on her big day?  I guess only time will tell. I have my dvr set up to record the event because I don't want to miss a thing!

In Honor of Earth Day; Renting Your Bridesmaid Dress

Today is Earth Day. The day where we remember that we only have one earth and we better take care of it and our natural resources. We do this by reducing, reusing and also recycling our waste. How about recycling dresses?

Most people do not get excited over buying a bridesmaid dress. The bride chooses the color and most of the time, the style of the dress as well. Then the bridesmaids have to shell out a lot of money for a dress that 1.) may not be their taste, and 2.) they will most likely never wear again. If you are in a lot of weddings, your closet may start to look like this:

(picture from the movie 27 Dresses)

Well, I have good news for you! At Rent the Runway, you can actually rent designer dresses for a reasonable price. The prices range from $50-$250 for bridesmaid dresses. They rent dresses for any occasion, along with jewelry and purses. It's also earth friendly, since the same dresses are worn over and over again. You can search for dresses by size, price, occasion and even body type. Don't worry about sizing, either. You are sent a back up dress a size bigger or smaller just in case, for FREE. When your event is over, just put the dress in the prepaid envelope included, and drop it into the mailbox. You don't even have to worry about the dry cleaning. A $5 insurance fee covers any minor damage that may occur, such as spills or zipper issues or losing a rhinestone. Plus, you can rent a dress that retails for almost $2000, for $250. Buying a dress that expensive is out of the question for most people, but renting that same dress, is now a possibility.


Rent the Runway carries designers such as, Nicole Miller.

retails for $430, rental is $100

Or Nina Ricci

retails for $1,890, rental is $250

Or Christian Cota

retails for $1,860, rental is $200

and also, Badgley Mischka (love this one!)

retails for $355, rental is $100

If you're getting married or are going to be a bridesmaid anytime soon, check out this convenient rental option. Save some money, wear a luxurious dress and then send it back, so someone else can do the same!

Happy Earth Day!


written by Melissa York

Use a Family Heirloom Brooch in your Hair

For your "Something Borrowed," or "Something Old," look through your Mother's or Grandmother's jewelry box for a Brooch to wear in your hair on your wedding day.  You can use hairpins to secure it to your Wedding Day hairstyle.

What are your Colors for 2011?

We have seen  a variety of colors brides are using in 2011, some of which are:

-Raspberry, Eggplant, and Chocolate
-Garnet and Tangerine
-Gold and Pink

What are your colors?

The Importance of a Bridal Hair Trial

You don't need any surprises with your hairstyle on your wedding day.  To avoid the stress of redoing your hair on the morning of your wedding, have a trial done at least one month before the big day.  That way, you can be assured that any tweaking that needs to be done will happen "before" not "on" your wedding day.  Bring your hair accessories and veil to your trial.  Ask your hairdresser to show you how to remove your headpiece with little or no damage to your updo, and practice removing it while you are at the salon.