The Most Romantic Bridal Makeup Tutorial for the Summer

May 29, 2025

The Most Romantic Bridal Makeup Tutorial for the Summer

When it comes to summer weddings, there’s nothing quite like a romantic, softly sunlit makeup look that enhances your natural glow while lasting through happy tears, sunset kisses, and dance-floor magic. Whether you're walking down the aisle by the ocean or saying "I do" in a dreamy garden, this tutorial will help you achieve the perfect summer bridal makeup using Laura Mercier’s best-of-beauty icons.

Let’s dive into the step-by-step guide to glowing, radiant bridal glam:


Step 1: Create a Flawless Base

Start with hydrated skin and apply Real Flawless Foundation using a damp beauty sponge or foundation brush. This breathable, long-wearing formula smooths and evens out skin while feeling like nothing—perfect for a no-budge, “your-skin-but-better” bridal base. Choose your perfect match and lightly layer for buildable coverage.

Apply a touch of Real Flawless Concealer where needed (think under eyes or around the nose) to brighten and perfect.

  • Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Waterproof Foundation

    Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Waterproof Foundation

    Waterproof, long-wearing, medium buildable coverage with 12 hours of fade-proof wear.

  • Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Serum Concealer

    Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Serum Concealer

    Buildable coverage, natural finish and long-lasting, waterproof and crease-proof wear.

Step 2: Blush Like You're in Love

Choose a rosy or peachy tone of Blush Color Infusion to give your cheeks a freshly flushed glow. Apply it to the apples of your cheeks and blend upward toward your temples for that radiant, bridal-bliss look.

  • Blush Color Infusion 

    Blush Color Infusion 

    10 hour wear, buildable color

  • Cheek Color Brush

    Cheek Color Brush

    Perfectly and effortlessly shapes the cheek bone.

Step 3: Warm Up with a Soft Bronze

To bring warmth and subtle definition, sweep Bronze Color Infusion over the hollows of the cheeks, temples, and jawline. This weightless bronzing powder blends like a dream, adding dimension without ever looking harsh—ideal for glowing in golden hour photos.

  • Bronze Color Infusion

    Bronze Color Infusion

    A multi-dimensional, talc-free bronzer duo with matte and shimmer shades.

  • Angled Cheek Contour Brush

    Angled Cheek Contour Brush

    A synthetic brush that effortlessly highlights, contours and perfects.

Step 4: Highlight with Rose-Toned Radiance

For that signature bridal luminosity, dust the RoseGlow Highlighting Powder on the high points of your face: cheekbones, bridge of the nose, cupid’s bow, and brow bones. The soft rose-gold finish melts into skin for a romantic shimmer that catches the light just right.

  • RoseGlow Highlighting Powder

    RoseGlow Highlighting Powder

    Highlighting powder that self-adjusts to all skin tones.

  • Fan Powder Brush

    Fan Powder Brush

    Picks up and softly applies powder onto the skin for flawless application.

Step 5: Make Eyes the Star

Brides need eyeshadow that doesn’t budge—and RoseGlow Caviar Stick Eye Shadow is that girl. Use a champagne or rose-toned shimmer (like Modern Rose) across your lids, then add depth with a taupe or bronze shade (like Burnished Bronze) in the crease. Blend with your fingertips for an effortless, diffused look that lasts all day and night.

  • Modern Rose

    RoseGlow Caviar Stick Eye Shadow - Modern Rose

    Light reflecting pearls, RoseGlow finish, 24-hour life-proof wear.

  • Burnished Bronze

    Caviar Stick Eye Shadow - Burnished Bronze

    High-impact, long-wearing, creamy texture that glides on for 24-hour life-proof wear.

Step 6: Kiss-Ready Lips

Top off your romantic look with Caviar Hydra-Creme Lipstick—a creamy, satin-finish formula that hugs lips without feathering. Choose a timeless soft nude (like 123 Fifth Ave) or a blush pink (689 Le Marais)  for a natural yet polished pout that complements your entire look. It’s bridal elegance in a swipe.

  • 123 Fifth Ave

    Caviar Hydra-Crème Refillable Lipstick - 123 Fifth Ave

    A silky creme lipstick that promotes softer, healthier lips over time.

  • 689 Le Marais

    Caviar Hydra-Crème Refillable Lipstick - 689 Le Marais

    A silky creme lipstick that promotes softer, healthier lips over time.

Bonus Bridal Tips:

Your Love Story Starts Here…

This summer, let your makeup match the magic of the moment. With Laura Mercier’s artistry essentials, you’ll feel like the most elevated version of yourself—effortless, radiant, and ready to glow down the aisle.