Cutting-edge styles across the country

What's hot in beautyt? UWD went to the leading beauty experts and got them to share the latest in all things bridal.

Stiff updos are being replaced by loose pin-ups. Here, texture and waves are key!
Can’t decide which hairstyle is right for you? Then join the modern brides who are opting for “dual ’dos.” After the ceremony, they’re having a location stylist transform their formal looks (updo) into something more relaxed, but equally fabulous (loose, cascading curls) for the party afterward.
Glossers (or shine treatments), cuticle sealants that leave hair radiant and polished, are popular prewedding treatments.
’Do as the celebs do: Use clip-in extensions and hidden hairpieces to add volume, length and holding power for the big day.
Drastic dye jobs are out: Instead, go for natural-looking, painted-in color highlights that compliment your wedding-day hairstyle (up or down), your skin tone and eyes.

Steal the spotlight with a subtle hint of shimmer with light-reflecting, highlighting powder or lotion on brow bones, cheeks and décolletage—very sexy, very now!
Big brows are back! Think filled-in, defined and well-groomed a la Brooke Shields.
Vibrant matte lip color is being paired with sheer glowing skin and bare eyes for a contrast in textures.
Cheeks and lips are flushed with a soft, rosy glow in a range of pinks, from petal to berry.
Retro glam is in demand. Classic Hollywood-esque eyes (arched brows and winged, false lashes on outer corners) say va-va-voom.
Color choices are endless. Cosmetics—from foundation to nail polish to lip color—can be custom blended.

Say au revoir to the traditional French manicure. Today, the look for nails is very sheer at the tip—nudes, pinks, even just a hint of pale blue.
Steer clear of glitter and crystals on nails— iridescence is an updated, chic way to shine.
Think beyond a quick pre-wedding manicure and pedicure. For wedding-worthy nails, indulging in regular cuticle treatments (for several weeks leading up to the big event) are definitely the way to go.
The shape of things to come: Nails that are natural and rounded.