The black dress is one of those garments that should be in every woman’s closet, right? And exactly the same goes for the white dress. The simplest color in the chromatic range offers endless possibilities, and is a great ally when you don’t know what to wear, whatever the occasion.
White has always been the color of purity, the brightest of all, and although it is more common to wear it on days when the heat is too hot, we must not forget about it in winter or autumn. In addition, a white dress is perfect to go to any event that requires certain etiquette. Of course, if it is about going as a guest to a wedding, you should avoid this tone at all.
Combining a white dress is absolutely not difficult. You can add the color that you like the most, or create a total white, or whatever idea you have in mind. But, like with, you must keep in mind how to put on makeup for a white dress… Let’s start!
The ideal makeup to combine with a white dress
The best thing about the white dress is that it allows you to add any shade to your eyes, lips and nails. Although there are some colors that combine better than others, the truth is that it is a color that combines with everything. So, how to choose the ideal makeup for this type of dress?
To choose (and succeed) with your you must take into account the moment in which you are going to wear the dress. Going to an important dinner is not the same as going to a party with your friends or wearing it for a day at the office. Every occasion has an ideal makeup, and you only have to follow a series of tips.
How to do face makeup for a white dress
Finding the perfect balance between your dress and your makeup is the key to success with any look. And since the white dress is already too bright, you should keep in mind that your makeup has to be up to par. Therefore, it is better that you have a clear face, with a certain brightness and a touch of distinction as well as natural.
- Apply your at least half an hour before you start putting on your makeup. This way you will have your face properly hydrated, perfect and ready for any product.
- Put on a good primer, concealer for dark circles and pimples, or any imperfection, and finally the illuminator. You must be very careful with the latter, since you must put it on in and don’t abuse it.
- Use a foundation in the same tone as your skin. It is important to know what your perfect base is so that you do not have too artificial a make-up.
- Wear rosy blush for your cheeks. Or you can also add a little bit of bronze if it is a more special occasion. We recommend that you do without the blush, or bet on a nude one, to show off the dress in your day to day.
Tricks to paint your eyes with a white dress
Before you start painting your eyes, you must be clear about what you want to give prominence to on your face. Do you prefer to wear striking lips? Or an intense look? Whatever your decision, you must learn how to make in the best possible way. Watch out!
Successful shades
If you are going to wear a white dress to go to work, or for you’re day to day, it is best that you bet on shades of nude, vanilla, earth tones or light colors. In this way, you will be able to highlight the pure white tone of your dress even more. Sounds good right?
But if it is a night look, it is better that you give your look a little more grace with more striking shadows. Vibrant colors, some shimmery or glittery shadows, and even Smokey eyes or gradient shadows are ideal for these types of occasions.
Eyeliner, mascara and perfect eyebrows
And to get a 10 in your eye makeup, nothing better than applying a good eyeliner and an ideal mascara. In addition, you can paint your eyebrows in earthy or brown tones to mark and define your look even more, thus achieving a most sexy and captivating effect.
Draw the eyeliner line according to your taste, or wider or thinner. We recommend that you finish the stroke upwards, to give your eyes more life. You should put the mask in a zing sag pattern to avoid the lumps that we don’t like so much… And that’s it!
What is the best lipstick for a white dress?
The ideal it is very varied, since any color can be perfect to combine. Of course, you must keep in mind the color of your nails, and especially your eyes. An advice? Paint your lips the same color as your accessories (bag and shoes) and you will see the chic effect that you will wear.
Lips for your day to day
Are you going to wear a white dress during the day? Opt for a nude lipstick, put on a little gloss, or apply a soft pink lipstick if you want a sure hit. Less intense colors are perfect for these occasions, although you can also wear burgundy, or a muted red, if you want an ideal working girl look.
Elegant colors for a special look
The white dress also looks great if it is a more special occasion, or an event that takes place when the sun goes down. In this type of outfits you can add its most vibrant hue, strong pink tones, or a little shine if you want to give them all the prominence. But if you opt for, for example, Smokey eyes, you’d better bet on wearing your lips in nude tones, or on the ‘no makeup’ trend.
Ideas to paint your nails with a white dress
Do you know how? It’s easier than it looks like! Any shade, whether soft or strong, looks great with this type of garment. You just have to take into account the lipstick that you are going to choose, or the eye shadow that you are going to wear, and you will have a sure hit.
Soft colors
- A classic option to paint with a white dress is the French manicure, the one that can accompany us on any occasion and that is very elegant, sophisticated and feminine. You can add a point of grace with some drawing on one or two nails, and that’s it!
- But if the French manicure doesn’t quite convince you, you have a whole range of soft colors to choose from. Sky blue, quartz rose, muted yellow, green in its lightest version, orange… Any shade will look great on you!
Vivid colors
A classic bright red, fuchsia pink, bright orange, aquamarine, or the usual burgundy are several of the most appropriate colors to wear a white dress in the best possible way. If you are a fan of wearing striking, attractive and most suggestive nails, these will be your favorite colors.
And if you are quite an artist, with the skills to create a perfect nail art, do not miss the opportunity to make yourself a most chic design. You can make flowers, geometric shapes, lines, polka dots… And everything you can think of. We assure you that you will love it!