Wearing colored contact lenses might be the last thing on your mind while wedding planning. You already have so much to think of–the venue, your gown, menu options, decorations, and so on. Still, it’s worth looking into and here’s why.
(1) Colored contact lenses brighten the eyes, and in turn, light up your whole face. The trick is to find the right shade for your skin tone and hair color.
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[Look by: Ms Makeup]
(2) Contact lenses look really good in photos. They really make your eyes pop out.
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[Look by: Cindy Lai Makeup / Photo: @chi_kc / Model: @mi.cccccccccc]
(3) If you already wear glasses and plan to use contact lenses on your wedding, then shifting to colored ones will only add more elegance to your wedding day look.
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[Look by: Wing Liz Makeup]
(4) Your makeup artists can help you create cohesive a wedding day look that takes your colored contact lenses into consideration. This way, everything comes together naturally.
[Look by: Carmen Tsang Makeup / Photo: Vision Wedding]
[Look by: Carmen Tsang Makeup / Photo: Vision Wedding]
(5) Lastly, contact lenses are pretty simple and easy to apply and remove.
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Now, if you are totally convinced and want to level up your wedding day look with colored contact lenses, here are some tips to make it easy and convenient for you come your wedding day.
(1) Do a test run or trial.
To find the right color for you, test out several colored contact lenses beforehand. This will also allow you get get more comfortable wearing them for a long period of time since you will have your colored contact lenses on throughout the entire wedding day. You can also try different brands to find out which you like best.
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[Look by: Lingfung Makeup / Photo: Tikit Production / Dress: To Be Wed]
(2) Consult with your makeup artist.
Let your makeup artist know beforehand that you plan to wear colored contact lenses. This way she can also avoid products or beauty techniques that may cause irritation while wearing contact lenses, for example, applying eyeliner in the inner lids. You may also ask her to suggest a color or think of wedding day makeup that matches the color of the contact lenses that you prefer.
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[Look by: Muawakaka / Assistant: Bonnie C Makeup / Earrings: Irre Design]
(3) Put on your own contact lenses.
While some stylists can do it for you, it’s best if you put on your own contact lenses. It’s safer since you will be putting something into your eyes; safety is key. If you’re not yet used to putting them on and removing them on your own, you should practice before your wedding.
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[Look by: Panda Makeup]
(4) Put on your contact lenses before your makeup.
Make sure to put on your contact lenses before you start with your makeup and hair. Ensure that your face and hands are clean as well when putting them on. It’s also recommended to wear a fresh pair of lenses on your wedding day.
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[Look by: Yuu Makeup]
(5) Lastly, bring a extra contact lens solution.
Contact lens solution helps keep your lenses clean. Contact lens kits usually come with solution but just in case, bring extra so you can still clean your lenses if needed.
