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Gloves — Wrist-length gloves are
back. The newest gloves have cuffed
edges, or are decorated with such
detail work as fagoting or embroidery.
Shoes — Ballet flats are embel-
lished with trimmings like embroidery,
beading, big bows and/or tassels.
High heels are made of textured fab-
rics like all-over lace, embroidery,
faille and raw silk.
Handbags — Obviously, the bride
is not going to carry a handbag down
the aisle with her. But if she wants one
at the reception, there are soft white
or ivory pouches gathered with an
exaggerated bow. There are also min-
audieres in a variety of shapes, or
small handbags with embroidery
and/or lace.

Makeup & Hair

On her wedding day, the bride has
to achieve a fine balance in her hair
style and makeup. She wants to look
her best that day and she also wants
to look good for posterity, in her
wedding album and wedding video.
Most makeup artists aim for a deli-
cate, natural look. There shouldn't be
any hard, dominating colors.
Brides can use a matte application
of foundation, set with translucent
powder. The next step is an overall
bronzer, followed by color highlights
of the cheeks, eyes and lips. A soft
mauve-colored lipstick and eye-
shadow should contrast with the eye
color. Since white wedding gowns
wash out the skin tone, makeup col-
ors should be there but not dominate
the face.
Avoid colors with too much
iridescence in them. A professional