Princess Kate Middleton's Bridal Look

If you were part of the two billion people all over the world who witnessed the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton, I bet your head is still reeling from watching every detail of their fairy-tale like wedding. From what Prince William whispered to his bride when she joined him at the altar, to how Kate looked stunning in a Sarah Burton gown, the world was keeping an eye on the couple.

Everyone was thrilled with what Kate was going to wear. It was a tightly guarded secret revealed only til she came out of the Goring hotel, where she stayed for bridal preparations. It turns out that she picked the design by Sarah Burton, the creative director of Alexander McQueen.

The Princess who insisted on doing her own bridal makeup

Kate Middleton did her makeup after all. I mentioned on a previous post how she did her own makeup during their engagement pictorials, and the royal goddess apparently feels comfortable primping up herself that she opted to do it again on the wedding day itself. She took private lessons for about 3-4 sessions from London makeup guru Arabella Preston in preparation for the wedding. Her hair, which was down and flowing, was courtesy of celebrity hairdresser, Richard Ward. It was capped with a diamond-studded tiara from the Queen.

So how did Her Royal Highness fare as a makeup artist?

The look was very natural, typical of the Kate we see on pictures. It was classy and timeless, but others expressed it was rather too safe. She was wearing her typical nude lipstick shade, and dark eyeshadows up to the crease. Pretty much just like her engagement look.

I was wishing to see Kate with her hair up since we often see her bouncy, pretty locks down. Some makeup fans think a pinkish lip tone would've been a refreshing change to her daily nude lipstick look. If you've noticed, the blush looked a little harsh on TV. The camera was mostly focusing on her side and the blush/bronzer didn't look flattering on tv but is ok on photographs. Overall, I'd give Kate props for her look. She was naturally beautiful which the subtle makeup enhanced. When the cameras focused on her, I couldn't help but agree with the world that Kate was indeed a glowing bride. I guess whatever makeup she put on, there's no arguing that Prince William got himself a gorgeous wife.

Speaking of Prince William, he does look more handsome with his hat on.  Beautiful, beautiful couple, don't you agree? Here's wishing a blessed married life to the Duke and Duchess of  Cambridge!

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