8 Beauty Tips Every Summer Bride Needs to Know

Photographs by Raju Raman. Styling & Creative Direction by Shaurya Athley. Text by Meghna Sharma.

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Just like red, pink lipstick will never fail you. The wide spectrum of this shade family has something
flattering for everyone. If you plan to make an impact, consider a bold, bright shade.

On Ayesha (left): Blouse, price upon request, Anita Dongre. Earrings, Rs. 5,200, Aquamarine. On Sheryl (right): Blouse, Rs. 9,500, Raw Mango.

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A fresh, ombré green eye look pairs perfectly with bright Indianwear that feature ever so generously in a bride's trousseau.

Necklace, price upon request, Amrapali. Blouse, price upon request, Anita Dongre.

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A striking eye look needs a dependable ally in the form of bold brows to stand out. Take note of the recent trend of frayed arches, which have taken precedence over dark, filled-in eyebrows. Embrace this imperfectly perfect trend for a look that is as unique as it is beautiful.

On Sheryl (left): Blouse, Rs. 8,500, Anavila. Hairband, Rs. 3,800, Luxe Arabia. Earrings, price upon request, Amrapali. On Ayesha (right): Jacket, Rs. 32,000, Anavila. Earrings, price upon request, Amrapali.

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You can never go wrong with a classic red lip. Choose a bright or deep shade as per your undertone, and allow it to be the hero of your bridal look.

On Sheryl (left): Dress, Rs. 49,900, Not So Serious by Pallavi Mohan. On Ayesha (right): Blouse, price upon request, Ekaya.

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Azure and cerulean outfits have cemented a place in the new-age bride's wardrobe. And a pair of 'smokey peacock' eyes is just what you need to up the ante.

Earrings, Rs. 3,900, Aquamarine. Sari and Blouse, Rs. 54,900, ITRH.

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The beauty of pink lies in its versatility. A light pink shadow, either worn on its own or in gradation, can instantly enhance a bride's gaze. Just like red, pink lipstick will never fail you. The wide spectrum of this shade family has something flattering for everyone. If you plan to make an impact, consider a bold, bright shade.

Sari, Rs. 39,800, Raw Mango. Earrings, price upon request, Amrapali. Band, Rs. 2,900, Luxe Arabia.

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Beauty power pairings are made of a bold, blue eyeliner sitting atop a lighter shadow for a subtle yet striking effect. For the night, take inspiration from the shades of the sunset to create a mélange of red and orange eyeshadows.


On Ayesha (left): Jacket, Rs. 32,000, Anavila. Earrings, price upon request, Amrapali. On Sheryl (right): Blouse, Rs. 8,500, Anavila. Hairband, Rs. 3,800, Luxe Arabia. Earrings, price upon request, Amrapali.

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Don't limit the play of vibrant colours to just your outfit or make-up. Select bright accessories for final touches, like a gajra in flowers of a contrasting shade, to frame your face to perfection.

On Sheryl (left): Dress, Rs. 49,900, Not So Serious by Pallavi Mohan. On Ayesha (right): Blouse, Rs. 7,575, Ekaya.