Brides
I can't travel without organizing every bit of my suitcase—and I won't step on a plane or train without my trusty packing cubes and several cosmetic bags in tow. While this technique may contribute to my overpacking tendencies (oh well, at least I know where everything is!), it's made me an expert in suitable pouches for cosmetics and essentials. This has come in handy when helping my engaged friends pack and prepare for one of the most important skincare, makeup, and haircare days of their lives: their wedding. Expectations for wedding-day beauty alone (you want to look your best and find what you need stat!) make the bridal makeup bag a must-have to keep the necessary powders, glosses, and creams in order. Celebrity makeup artist and founder of Monika Blunder Beauty Monika Blunder also notes that a bridal makeup bag "could become a keepsake from your special day," especially if it's "personalized with your name, initials or wedding date."
Whether I want her to travel in style for her upcoming destination wedding or am trying to make her life easier while she's getting ready for her big day, these are the bridal makeup bags I'm gifting to my closest bride-to-be friends.
Cuyana Leather Travel Case Set
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Cuyana is my go-to brand for leather goods. Its Italian leather pieces are sleek, supple, and add a touch of luxury to your everyday look. These leather cosmetic pouches, which come in a set of two, are no exception to the brand's excellent quality—and thankfully, they come in this stunning ecru shade for your bride-to-be. Any minimalist bride with an elevated sense of style will obsess over this set.
Stoney Clover Lane Mrs Large Pouch
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$159
$80 at Amazon $159 at Revolve $159 at Shopbop.com
For the bride-to-be who loves being engaged, this embroidered "MRS" pouch is perfect for essentials—so snag it before the bachelorette party to further celebrate her new status. I love how this pouch is equally cute and functional with its large capacity, so you can feel comfortable stuffing it with an emergency kit and other necessities.
Leatherology Small Train Case
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$180 at Amazon View on Leatherology.com
"This is the makeup bag I own and love," says Blunder—and we can understand why it's her favorite. The sleek leather exterior feels luxurious, especially combined with the gold hardware and chic handle. With three size options, this makeup bag can suit even the most extensive makeup collections. There's even a convenient interior zipper pocket.
Apparis Noor Faux Fur Pouch Bag
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Winter brides need this fuzzy pouch to add to the cozy feel of their cold-weather nuptials. Between the faux fur and the gorgeous off-white coloring, this makeup bag is equally playful and chic. While the regular-size pouch is quite roomy, there's a jumbo option for anyone needing to bring their whole cosmetics collection on their big day (something we understand completely).
Stoney Clover Lane Hand Embroidered Custom Heart Large Pouch
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Brides still in need of a something blue for their wedding day will love this adorable personalized pouch in a blue hue. Whether it's customized with the couple's names or the bride's new last name (or her first name, of course!), it's guaranteed to make her smile as she pulls out her beauty essentials on the big day.
Longchamp Le Pliage Xtra Pouch
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This leather makeup pouch is an accessory your bride will cherish even beyond the big day. Every Longchamp design is versatile and sophisticated, and this bag is no exception. Its bridal white shade and compact design is perfect for keeping smaller items on hand for touch-ups.
Cuyana Travel Beauty Roll
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A brush holder is a must for brides doing their own makeup for their wedding-weekend events. This one from Cuyana is polished and keeps your brushes organized in each compartment or the zipper pockets (one of which is detachable). Its tie closure adds a chic touch.
Makeup Artist-Recommended Products for Touch-Ups
Hourglass Cosmetics Veil Translucent Setting Powder
$52 at Amazon
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick
$7 at Amazon
Jones Road The Lip Pencil
View on Jonesroadbeauty.com
Armani Beauty Luminous Silk Glow Blush
$40 at Nordstrom
Bausch + Lomb Lumify Redness Reliever Eye Drops
$22
$19 at Amazon
Tatcha Aburatorigami Japanese Beauty Papers
$16 at Amazon
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