THREE CUSTOM COLOR SPECIALISTS: Bridal Must-Haves & Expert Advice

Three Custom Color Specialists has been a part of many a-bride's makeup preparation for the special day of their wedding. They'll tell you they enjoy doing bridal trials at their Color Studio and being a part of so many weddings year after year. And they mean it!

"We’ve seen it all, from big cosmopolitan affairs to intimate ceremonies in the country. No matter what type of occasion, one thing remains-- for all blushing brides and their bridesmaid beauties, gorgeous and timeless makeup is essential on this special day!"

You'll find more information on their Bridal Trials and On-Site Bridal Makeup Services, via their listing in the Summer issue of New York Weddings or click here.

And since June is here, the month of weddings, what better time to consider makeup application and what products to be sure to have on hand for the special day than now.  3CCS offers the quintessential bridal makeup.  I've seen professional makeup artists choose this brand for bridal application more than any other out there! Why? Their textures are fantastic, the shades and colors are stunning, the pigmentation is of high quality, it sets beautifully and the top reason given when asked - it will last through the whole event.  You're not going to go wrong with their products; it just can't be done. Simple, but true!

Bridal Makeup Artist and Three Custom Color Specialists lab technician, Julianne Carlucci, shares her essential tips for a timeless wedding day look.

Looking for even more bridal makeup recommendations, detailed application tips or fabulous products for the summer months? Visit Three Custom Color Specialists online.

Summer Bridal Beauty

Every bride want to look her very best on her wedding day, and that includes gorgeous hair, flawless skin and perfectly manicured nails. Beauty beginners and beauty-savvy brides alike will find these tips from Planet Beauty useful for looking radiant and camera-ready on the big day.

Look bright-eyed by getting as much sleep as possible the night before. Combat any dark circles or puffiness with Yonka's Phyto Contour Eye Firming Cream $54. Use eye drops if eyes still look red or tired.

Make sure you use waterproof mascara that can withstand "tears of joy". Lash Injection Pinpoint Mascara by Too Faced will prevent smearing; its exclusive 3D polymers build waterproof tubes around each lash. $19.50

Achieve a flawless complexion as good as professionally created with this smoking-hot product. Winning rave reviews from all over the world, ERA Face Spray on Foundation by Classified Cosmetics is like having a professional makeup artist in a can. This is an oil-free foundation tha contains a nourishing vitamin and botanical base ideal for all skin types. It comes in an array of shades and blends flawlessly into skin. $55

L-R: ERA Foundation Spray in shade R6, AirBrush Shimmer, AirBrush Primer

Keep hair looking radiant and shiny with I.C.O.N.'s AirShine Brilliant Shine Spray $19.50. AirShine blasts dry air for incredible surface gloss and shine while shielding your style from environmental damage. I.C.O.N is fast becoming a favorite hair care brand of many a beauty addict. This stuff rocks!

Create a perfect, pouty lip and blendable soft, shadowed eyes with Napoleon Perdis Palette Patrol $39. The palette includes his seductive set of rich, versatile colors for lips, eyes and cheeks. People StyleWatch says this about the set, "(a) sleek blush, shadow, and gloss double-decker kit from the Aussie brand ... a secret weapon for conquering any beauty battles."

Don't forget all eyes will be on your new bridal bling. Get your fingers ready for the closeup with Barielle's Natural French Manicure Set $16.50, including Cherish, a light pink, Enduring, a white shade, and Top Shield for glossy shine with a protective shield.

For the honeymoon, give yourself a glow from head to toe with Tan Towel's Self-Tan Towelettes. Each towelette is concentrated with a self-tan formula that ensures a quick and even application with no streaking or mess ($4.00 for a full face and body application).

Bridal tips courtesy of Planet Beauty. All products mentioned in this piece are available at Planet Beauty. You can find more tips and trends from Planet Beauty's team of professional makeup artists, hair stylists and licensed estheticians.

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