Hair and make-up for formal events

Hair styling and make-up is always important to the way you look and feel. Formal events are different from day to day activities, and so are hair and make up for this special occasions. First, hair and make up should be chosen to compliment the clothes. Once you have found your formal dress, you will want to pull your look together with a great hairstyle and make - up. Formal hairstyle does not necessarily mean a stiff updo. Regardless of the trends, the less done your hair looks, the more fresh you'll look. When you select a formal hair style, you first need to decide whether you want your hair up or down. For decades, updo hair styles have been a hit; they have been known for creating a sophisticated and dramatic look. A well done updo can make you feel very elegant. However, the trend now is to look like you only spent a few minutes doing your hair – in other words, although updos are still in style, they look more messy now than they used to. They give you a softer look while sending out the message that elegance is easy to achieve.

If you prefer formal hairstyles that are designed around having your hair down, go for it! Forget the do’s and don’t’s of formal etiquette. In the ever-changing world of beauty rules, remember that everything goes nowadays, as long as it suits your face and personality. However, always have in mind that when it comes to style, less is always more. A formal event will always be formal, so don’t overdo anything. Your hair style should flatter you, not the other way around. A small headband or a nice bobby pin is all you need. There are certain formal hairstyles that you can pull off at home but for big occasions, it is best to go to a professional for the best look. You may trust your skills, but you certainly don’t want to risk anything going wrong. Also, try to plan your hairstyle ahead of time, so that no complications will get in your way.

When it comes to make up, the rule is simple: choose your eyes or your mouth. Nude lips and smoky eyes, red lips and light eyes - whether you opt to play up the eyes or the mouth, remember they are never to compete for attention. Don’t make the mistake of highlighting both facial features. Pick one and downplay the other. If you prefer your lips, choose a shade of dark pink or red. Brown tones may make you look harsh. Put on some mascara and you’re done. If you like your eyes better, you should know that for years now the ‘smoky eyes’ look has become classy. To get that look, you need a dark liner, eye shadow and mascara. You can even use false eyelashes if you know how to apply them (or you could have a make up artist apply them). Use a nude lip gloss and your formal event look is done.