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Hair & makeup trial attempt #2 - thoughts?

Pictures here!

So I did a makeup trial several months ago and it didn't go well - here's my post about it. I debated about doing my own makeup but I don't really feel confident enough about my skills and it seems like a thing that has the potential to be really stressful to have to worry about on the day, so I tried again, and told the MUA some of the things I learned from my last post(s) - I asked for light-colored shadows, nothing dark under the eye, dewy finish on the face in a warmer shade, winged liner, and more dramatic lashes. I am way happier with it! There are a few things I'm wary about - mostly that the wing is at a pretty extreme angle, which can look odd when my eyes are closed or I'm looking down, and sometimes the line seemed wobbly because of the way my lids fold. But I like how it looks when my eyes are open. Do you think the slope of the wing could be made more gradual without losing the effect?

I was also able to have my hair done on the same day. I'm going to have a greenery/flower crown on the wedding day and wanted to keep it simple - I never wear my hair anything but down and don't like how updos look on me from the front. I have been debating about buying some clip-in extensions for volume and maybe a little more length that the hairstylist said he'd have no problem putting in on the day. What do you think? Do you think that would improve the hair significantly?

Any feedback or suggestions on either the hair or makeup is welcome!

Posted Sep 19, 2017, 6:14 PM UTC

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sayruhj12.2.17 || SC•

I think that the makeup looks a lot better than the first trial. Your eyes look so much brighter!

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textrovertOPOctober 14, 2017 | Michigan | Botanical Gardens Conservatory•

Thanks! I definitely think the winged liner and avoiding anything dark under the eye helped a lot.

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Cat_WingsMay 26, 2018•

Definitely agree about the wing, I tend to paint mine down farther and then up a little so it doesn't get lost (I have pretty deepset eyes so this is an issue for me). Your lashes look great though!

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textrovertOPOctober 14, 2017 | Michigan | Botanical Gardens Conservatory•

Apparently I also have deep-set eyes! I didn't know it until posting my photos here. I think I'll ask her to start and extend the wing out a little further so it doesn't go so straight up.

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Cat_WingsMay 26, 2018•

Yeah I just looked at your pics again and mine are similar! Google image search something like "winged eyeliner for deepset eyes" it helped me figure out what I should do differently.

edit: here I found a pic I posted a while back (for other reasons, ignore the silly circlet) but you can see how far I dipped down, almost more of a puppy dog eye instead of a cat eye, then flicked it up a little bit at the end! I didn't use anything on the bottom of my eye either, I agree neither of us need bottom liner :)

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YarnBride April 29 2018 | Dawsonville, GA•

I also have similar deep-set eyes, and I do the same thing with wings. I think that would work well with OP's eyes.

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textrovertOPOctober 14, 2017 | Michigan | Botanical Gardens Conservatory•

I just Googled what you suggested and found this video - it makes so much sense! I wear winged liner often but it's always difficult to make smooth, and now I understand why! Thanks!

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FiloRen•

I think you're beautiful, but that you will be heavily photographed and need a bolder lip. The current color is pretty but it washes you out and isn't going to show up at all in photos. I think 2-3 shades darker would make a world of a difference. I also think more blush would be much better.

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aelaura10.13.18 - Chicago•

This looks so much better than the first one, and you look great! I love the hair. My only CC with the makeup would be to add a liiiiittle more blush and highlighter. It'll add more dimension to your cheeks.

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textrovertOPOctober 14, 2017 | Michigan | Botanical Gardens Conservatory•

Yes, she didn't use any highlighter! I'll ask for that on the big day. Thanks!

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FutureMrsEngineerMARRIED 9.16.17•

I think you look gorgeous! The eyes really pop but everything also looks very natural. Your hair looks lovely curled but extensions could definitely add a little more 'wow' factor! I'm so excited to see how everything turns out for your big day!

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textrovertOPOctober 14, 2017 | Michigan | Botanical Gardens Conservatory•

Thank you!! I'll have to mull the extensions over.

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florallaural•

I think you look beautiful! I love how natural it looks and still looks like "you". You make me want to wear mine down!

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textrovertOPOctober 14, 2017 | Michigan | Botanical Gardens Conservatory•

Aw, sweet words. Thank you!

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adaneko10 ♥ 14 ♥ 17•

I like this look so much better than your last! You look done up but still bright!

If you're not set completely on having the winged liner, maybe she could do a no-liner or minimal-liner look and instead of having the wings in the corners, blend out a darker-but-soft shadow? Not this dark, but something like this? I am not a makeup artist but just trying to think of alternatives.

I think your hair looks beautiful and will look very finished when you have the crown on. Adding extra volume is up to you - I think it looks great as is!

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UptownTrash•

I think you look gorgeous! I noticed you're a Michigan bride--where did you get your makeup done?

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textrovertOPOctober 14, 2017 | Michigan | Botanical Gardens Conservatory•

Vis-a-Vis Salon in Ann Arbor!

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