Every DIY bride knows that it’s all in the details, right down to your wedding-day beauty regimen. Your wedding will be one of the most photographed events of your life, so getting ready for those close-up moments is definitely worth the extra effort!

Here are some tips for putting your best face forward on the big day:

Practice makes perfect: Just like if you were to go to a makeup artist, it’s important to do a “trial run” for your day-of makeup look. You want to make sure everything looks natural and flawless, and that your makeup can withstand the entire day!

Skin Prep: To get the perfect canvas, great skincare is key. Treat yourself to weekly at-home facials prior to the wedding. Stress can cause flair ups, so make sure to take extra good care of your skin during the hectic planning phase- exfoliate daily, eat a nutrient-rich diet of fruits and veggies, get plenty of sleep, and drink LOTS of water!

More is NOT more! : Keep your makeup simple and natural. You want to enhance your natural beauty, not mask it behind layers of makeup. The key is to look like you, but better.

Don’t overdo the powder or you’ll risk looking lackluster. With a big powder brush, lightly dust  a sheer finishing powder to seal your foundation.

A few strategic strokes of highlighter/luminizer in the inner corners of your eyes, brow bone and along the cheekbones goes a long way in making you look fresh and glowing. Don’t go shimmer-crazy or you could end up looking like a disco ball in your photos!

Check out some of our bridal beauty picks below to help you look picture-perfect on the big day:

1. philosophy The Microdelivery Peel – an at-home microdermabrasion treatment that reveals smooth, glowing skin for your big day.

2. Cargo Better-Than-Waterproof Mascara- big, flirty lashes minus the smudging! This will last through wedding-vow tears!

3. philosophy The Present Invisable Skin Protector/Makeup Primer- a multitasking primer that gives a flawless, airbrushed canvas for foundation.

4. Deborah Lippmann "Shape of My Heart" Nail Polish- a pretty pale pink that’s perfect for the blushing bride.

5. Vera Wang Classic Fragrance Set-leave it to the queen of bridal gowns to come up with the perfect wedding-day scent—a modern, elegant and sensual floral that stands the test of time.

6. Stila Smudge Stick Waterproof Eyeliner in Lionfish- this brown eyeliner with a slight shimmer gives a more natural look than black liner.

7. purminerals Eyeshadow Trio in Classic Beauty- a trio of easy-to-wear neutrals to accent the eyes.

8. Cargo Lip Gloss in Fresno- the perfect creamy pink pout that stays on with a high-shine finish.

9. LORAC Natural Performance Foundation- its gentle, paraben-free formula goes on smooth and lasts all day.

10. Cargo blu-ray Blush/Highlighter- a natural peachy-pink blush that brings out your cheek’s radiance.

11. LORAC Behind the Scenes Eye Primer- keeps your eye shadow from fading and creasing halfway through the reception!

There are some things that are just worth investing in, and great skincare is one of them! You greet the world face first, and your skin (especially around the eyes) is the first to show signs of age, stress, environmental damage and any other assault that comes its way. Take good care of it now and you’ll thank yourself a thousand times over later!

Below, we’ve picked a few of our skincare superstars and broke them down by skin type to make it easy.

Oh, and last but definitely not least, the MOST important thing you should always wear for great skin at any age: SPF! Check out our selection of sun protectors HERE!

Dry Skin:

1. AHAVA Time to Smooth Age Control Eye Cream, 2. theBalm Rose Face Cleanser, 3. BIOELEMENTS Dry Skin Rescue Team

Oily Skin:

1. BIOELEMENTS Decongestant Cleanser, 2. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Trifix Oil-Free Moisturizer, 3. skyn ICELAND Pore Minimizer, 4. GLAMGLOW Super Mud Clearing Treatment

Combination Skin:

1. skyn ICELAND Glacial Face Wash, 2. Bliss Fabulous Everyday Eye Cream, 3. skyn ICELAND The Antidote Cooling Daily Face Lotion

Sensitive Skin:

1. BIOELEMENTS Sensitive Skin Cleanser, 2. skyn ICELAND Icelandic Relief Eye Cream, 3. AHAVA Comforting Cream

Aging/Sun-Damaged Skin:

1. Bliss The Youth As We Know It Anti-Aging Night Cream, 2. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Ferulic Acid & Retinol Brightening Solution, 3. theBalm Olive Age Defense Face Cream, 4. skyn ICELAND White Cloud Spot Corrector

LORAC creator Carol Shaw was destined to be in the beauty business. With a hairstylist father and manicurist mother, Shaw was inspired to do makeup at a young age. She got her start at a posh L.A. salon and eventually worked in the world of fashion—working in runway shows and magazines.

 As her celebrity clientele grew, Shaw noticed that most of them had the same beauty grievances about makeup that she did. They complained that too many products irritated their skin, looked and felt artificial, and simply didn't last. So Shaw set out to develop a line of products that met these standards, using the purest and mildest ingredients possible. Three years later, LORAC (which is Carol spelled backwards) was born. The line launched with 10 shades of oil and fragrance-free foundations (which was totally revolutionary back in 1990), and is the perfect example of the natural, effective and easy-to-use products that LORAC would become famous for.

LORAC’s treatment-based makeup is truly unique with its use of plant extracts, emollients, skin rejuvinators and conditioners. Each LORAC product is free of harsh ingredients and fragrances that can irritate the skin.

Without all those fillers and harsh ingredients, LORAC makeup lets your true beauty shine through. No wonder it’s been a Hollywood favorite for over 15 years!

The girls here at Zappos HQ got quite a treat the other day when our beauty buyer Casey hosted a little nail polish party to showcase all the fun new colors and brands of nail polish we carry. We got to play around with Essie, Spa Ritual, Deborah Lippmann, Butter London, POPbeauty, and Layla nail polishes in all their new fall and spring shades!

Check out our fabulous nail polish collection HERE.

LAYLA Cosmetics is based in Milan, Italy and is one of the first companies to introduce quite possibly the hottest trend in nail art today: magnetic nail polish.

Their amazing Magneffect Nail Polish creates one-of-a-kind nails with just a twirl of the special magnetic brush cap. The secret is the metallic iron particles blended into the nail lacquer. When exposed to the magnet on the cap, the results are the most organic-looking swirls and lines that make the nail polish look almost marbleized and three-dimensional!

We’re already having so much fun letting our creative sides out with this fun and unique nail polish. Experience it for yourself!

From classic beauty to bold and striking, this season’s hottest trends in makeup really run the gamut. Don’t be afraid to experiment with color this fall. The key is to balance things out. Pair a bold lip with minimal eye makeup or create a spellbinding smokey eye paired with a glossy neutral lip.

Here are some of our favorite makeup trends this fall:

RED LIPS

1. Lola Cosmetics Crème Lipstick in Sweet Love: The classic red lip is perfect for those holiday parties.

FULL, GLOSSY POUT

2. Fusion Beauty Lipfusion Infatuation Liquid Shine Lip Fattener in In the Flesh: Not only does this give your lips a sheer wash of glossy color, it amplifies them for a more luscious kisser!

HEAVY METAL LIDS

3. Stila Eyeshadow Trio in Rocker: A metallic eyeshadow is particularly great for evening when the light catches it and adds a rich dimension to your eyes.

VELVETY SKIN

4. AHAVA Mineral Makeup Rich Foundation: A flawless complexion is always in style. This fall, the most coveted finish is velvety and somewhere between matte and dewy.

DRAMATIC LASHES

5. Fusion Beauty Lashfusion XL Instant Lash Volumizer: This super-volumizing formula takes your lashes from “ho-hum” to “yowza!” in no time.

CAT-EYE LINER

6. Popbeauty Ink Outliner: The most stylish tastemakers are rockin’ the retro cat eye look everywhere!

COLOR SMOKEY EYE

7. Stila Smokey Eye Palette in Navys: The smokey eye gets a modern update in rich blues. This fabulous palette even talks you through the steps to achieve your perfect smokey eye!

SHEER BERRIES

8. Stila Pomegranate Crush Lip and Cheek Stain: Apply this rich berry stain on the apples of your cheeks and on your lips to achieve a perfect flushed look.

SCULPTED CHEEKS

9. Pürminerals Mineral Glow/Light Bronzer Pan: The bronze shade defines your cheekbones while the lighter shade bounces light on the top of your cheeks, creating a sexy and defined look.

AQUA EYES

10. Pixi Endless Silky Eye Pen in True Teal: When doing a bold, bright shade of liner, make sure to keep the rest of your makeup on the neutral side to let your eyes take center stage.

Changing up our nail color palette with the changing of the seasons is one of those little pleasures us girls love to partake in. There's just something about the perfect shade of nail polish that always seems to tie the whole look together.

Below are some key fall color trends for fall. With colors this fabulous, you'll want to stock up!

GREYS: Deborah Lippmann Stormy Weather, Deborah Lippmann Waking Up in Vegas

BLUES: Butter London Bluey, Butter London Royal Navy

ORANGES: Deborah Lippmann Brick House, Butter London Minger

NUDES: Deborah Lippmann Satin Doll, Butter London Tea with the Queen

GREENS: Deborah Lippmann Billionaire, Butter London British Racing Green

PURPLES: Deborah Lippmann Purple Rain, Butter London Marrow

GOLDS: Deborah Lippmann Boom-Boom-Pow, Butter London Wallis (Limited Edition)

REDS: Butter London Come to Bed Red, Deborah Lippmann Single Ladies

When it comes to fall fragrances, a certain level or richness and warmth is needed to fully embody the spirit of the season. As the crisp and chilly fall air takes over the warm summer air, there’s no better time to change up your signature scent to something a bit richer and more complex.

Here are a few of our favorite fall scents to get you in the mood for a new season:

1. Comptoir Sud Pacifique Amour de Cacao: The first scent to ever use notes of chocolate, this sinfully sweet classic is steeped in rich, dark chocolate, orange zest and Tahitian vanilla.

2. DKNY Pure: This soft vanilla floral is as comforting as a soft cashmere blanket.

3. CK Shock for Men: A decidedly masculine scent with hints of warm musk, tobacco and black pepper cardamom.

4. MICHAEL Michael Kors Gold: Elegance is a gold standard for this alluring floral medley.

5. Prada L’eau Ambree: Sweet myrrh, deep patchouli and mysterious amber wrap this graceful fragrance in impeccable chic.

6. Calvin Klein Euphoria: This classic oriental scent is so intoxicating and alluring.

7. Juliette Has a Gun Lady Vengeance: Exude confident femininity with this captivating fragrance.

8. Calvin Klein Euphoria for Men: Go bold with this sexy and masculine fragrance steeped in uniquely rich notes.

9. Jessica Simpson Fancy Nights: A great scent for a night out. This decadent fragrance is sensual, sexy and provocative.

10. Prada Amber Pour Homme Intense: This intensely magnetic scent is abundantly wrapped up in amber’s classic warmth.