Wedding Guide: gorgeous hair and makeup ideas for brides-to-be

Styling by Simone Olivero | Photography by Renata Kaveh | Makeup by Veronica Chu | Hair by Tomara Patchett and Vili Nikolouzos of Philosophy Salon

As soon as you’ve said yes to the dress, it’s time to start thinking about the hairstyle, makeup and accessories to go with it. To help, we assembled four beauty looks with four very different inspirations: Old Hollywood starlet, ballerina, flower child and ‘60s retro.

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A birdcage, blunt bangs and hot tangerine lipstick put a retro spin on the classic veil<br /> <br /><br /> <br /><br /> <em>Hairpiece, $245. Lilliput Hats, 462 College St., 416-536-5933, <a href="http://www.lilliputhats.com" target="_blank">lilliputhats.com</a>. Theia sequined dress, $1,295. MRS Bridal Boutique, 164 Davenport Rd., 416-925-1674, <a href="http://www.mrsbridalboutique.com" target="_blank">mrsbridalboutique.com</a>.</em><br />

Mod Mode

Mod Mode

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A bold brow sets off an angelic side braid and lace-and-organza flowers<br /> <br /><br /> <br /><br /> <em>Erin Cole flower hairpins, $150 each; White Toronto Collection embroidered bolero, $810; Monique Lhuillier lace corset, $2,200. White Toronto. </em><br />

Fair Maiden

Fair Maiden

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All the drama is above the chin, with deep plum eyes and a balletic crown<br /> <br /><br /> <br /><br /> <em>Posh Veils feather headband, $140. <a href="http://www.poshveils.com" target="_blank">poshveils.com</a>. Nicole Miller gown, $1,250. MRS Bridal.</em><br />

White Swan

White Swan

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Side-swept waves, crimson lips and a vintage choker evoke old Hollywood glam<br /><br /> <br /><br /> <em>Carole Tanenbaum 1950s jewelled pearl choker, $1,200; Monique Lhuillier beaded corset, $3,970. White Toronto, 19 Hazelton Ave., 416-849-9196, <a href="http://www.whitetoronto.com" target="_blank">whitetoronto.com</a>.</em><br />

Veronica Lake Effect

Veronica Lake Effect

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