There’s always an element of anticipation when it comes to attending a big event. Whether you regularly go to galas and balls, or if you’re attending your first awards ceremony, it’s good to be prepared so you can feel at your best on the night.
You’ll be able to look forward to your evening if you feel ready, so here are a few things to do in advance of the big evening:
Browse Evening Dresses and Choose One You Love
Browse evening dresses and choose one you love. This should ideally be done a few weeks in advance so that you have plenty of time to try it on and get a feel for how it’ll move when you wear it. You’ll want to think about the best shoes and your undergarments to ensure you can walk easily and feel as confident as possible.
It’s worth doing a little research on your body type and what silhouette will be the most flattering. For evening dresses, though, it’s usually a good idea to go for something full or long sleeve v neck cocktail dress, rather than mini, unless your event is casual enough that mini is suitable.
Choose Your Jewelry
Once you’ve chosen your dress, have a look through your jewelry box and see what complements the color palette of your dress. If you don’t have much that will work with your dress, have a look for something that will give a gentle indication that you planned this outfit well in advance, and you know exactly what you’re doing!
Cut Out Bad Food a Week Before Your Event
Two, if you want to lose that extra weight. Supermodels often do a juice cleanse for a few days before a big event, so if you’re worried about wearing a super tight dress, you may feel more confident doing the same. For everyone else, cutting out salty and fatty foods will give you a better chance of having clear skin on the night.
Stay Dedicated to Your Skincare Routine
Stay dedicated to your skincare routine, and consider doing a few facials and other treatments in the run-up to the event. Exfoliate your face and body twice in the week leading up to the event, but no closer than 2 days before. You want to give your skin a little time to breathe right before the event, just in case it is sensitive and reacts differently after exfoliation, especially if you use an ingredient like AHAs.
Do a Hair Mask
Do a hair mask a night or two before the event, depending on how often you usually wash your hair. This will give your hair a luster and sheen that will help to emphasize the glamor of your look! Also consider how you’re going to style your hair – if you’re doing it yourself, as some people find that curls hold better with day-old hair, rather than freshly washed.
Do Your Nails or Get a Mani & Pedi
The day before or day of, do your nails or head to the nail bar. It’s a good idea to show a picture of your evening dress to your nail technician so they can help you choose the best nails to make a statement – or not if you prefer. The same goes for your shoes and your toes!
Decide on Your Hair Style
Again, decide how you want to style your hair and decide if you are going to do it yourself or if this event calls for an appointment at the salon. If you’re not confident with your hair and have the budget to do so, make an appointment and get a stylist to do it for you. Your hairstyle can really emphasize the beauty of your dress, so it’s a good idea to show them the dress you’re planning to wear. If you’re wearing an off-the-shoulder dress, a loose, wavy updo can give length to your neck and shoulders. If you’re opting for a higher neck, side-swept curls will look super glamorous.
Practice Your Makeup Look
If you want to do a makeup look that’s outside your comfort zone, practice it a couple of days before the event, and make sure you’re happy that it goes well with your evening dress. You can even do a few different looks and take pictures so you can go with what you feel on the day.
When preparing for a big event, it’s important to see it as something exciting. Whether you’re heading out to a big family get together, a company event or a ball, you should be looking forward to showing off your look! Your evening dress, hair and matching accessories should all come together to make you feel gorgeous, and once it all comes together, you’ll be ready to step into the night and feel the magic!