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A full-drama Bollywood bridal makeup look built around malachite green smoky eyes, a graphic kajal wing, bold red matte lip, and traditional kundan jewellery — designed for sangeet nights, festive photoshoots, and evening wedding functions.
VerticalOn a phone — shoot near a large window in late afternoon (golden hour), turn face 45° toward light, use a white foam board on the shadow side as fill
Will this work for you?
Best skin toneWheatish / Dusky, Fair / Light, Deep / Rich
Best body typePetite, Plus / Curvy, Tall / Statuesque
OccasionDate night, Wedding guest, Festive / Diwali / Eid
Entry budgetUnder ₹1,500 / $18
Not forOffice / work, Casual daytime
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PinterestBollywood bridal smoky eye + red lip tutorial — step-by-step for sangeet, wedding & festive looks. All skin tones.
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Bollywood / Desi GlamConsole Knights · 10 May 2026
The questions women actually search about this look
Real questions. Direct answers. No fluff.
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"Will this look good on my body type, or only on skinny models?"
This look is 90% face — the heavy jewellery, dramatic eye, and red lip are what the camera sees. Body type almost never affects how this reads. What matters is neck length (the choker sits better on a medium or longer neck) and face shape (the heavy horizontal necklace and wide liner elongate a round face well). If you have a rounder face: Keep the winged liner long and extended — it creates horizontal pull that balances the circle If you have a longer face: Add maang tikka or hair volume at the sides to fill the frame Source: Face geometry + jewellery placement logic
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"What bra or underwear do I wear with this? I can see everything."
This is a bridal/festive look typically worn with a lehenga blouse or saree blouse — both are structured garments with built-in support. For a photoshoot in a blouse: use a low-back adhesive bra or silicone stick-on cups. Source: Blouse construction + photoshoot styling notes
Under ₹499 / $18
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"Will the cheap version look cheap, or can I make it look expensive?"
For this look specifically, the makeup carries more visual weight than the jewellery quality. A ₹400 kundan set with perfect smoky eyes will photograph better than a ₹5,000 set with sloppy liner. The two tell-signs of budget: plastic-sheen kundan stones (use matte-finish or antique-finish sets, not shiny acrylic) and uneven kajal (fix with a cotton bud dipped in micellar water). Source: Bollywood makeup artist technique notes
Upgrade tipBuy one good kajal pencil (Nykaa Kohl or Lakmé Eyeconic) — sharp, clean wings make the whole look look professional
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"Will this colour wash me out? Which skin tones does this actually suit?"
The palette — malachite green eyeshadow, warm gold jewellery, red lip, warm orange-brown background — is specifically designed around warm-undertone Indian skin. It will not wash out wheatish, dusky, or deep tones. Fair/cool-undertone skin needs one adjustment. Source: Colour temperature analysis of this look
your skin tone is fair/coolAdd a peach-to-coral blush on the cheekbones to warm up the face — without it, the pale skin + dark eye + red lip can read too gothic rather than Bollywood
your skin tone is deep/darkUse a copper or bronze lid instead of pure charcoal as the base shadow — it catches light better on darker skin and the eye stays dramatic without disappearing
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"Is this too much / too little for my occasion? Will I be overdressed?"
This is a high-drama festive and bridal look. Sangeet: perfect as-is. Wedding guest (evening): remove the nath, keep everything else. Office: do not wear this. Casual: this is not a casual look. One change for a daytime function: Replace the full malachite smoky eye with a single wash of shimmer green + tight-line kajal only Source: Occasion decoder analysis
Best forSangeet night or bridal/editorial photoshoot — the drama is designed for artificial light
For officeOne change for a daytime function: Replace the full malachite smoky eye with a single wash of shimmer green + tight-line kajal only
Skip forDaytime outdoor weddings — the heavy kajal will smudge in heat and humidity
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"The photos show a model. How do I know how this will actually fit my size?"
The jewellery is the fit-critical piece here. Kundan chokers come in fixed lengths — typically 14–16 inches. Measure your neck before ordering. The nath (nose ring) size is also fixed — a large crescent nath like in this image is approximately 4–5cm diameter; smaller faces should size down to 3cm. Source: Jewellery sizing + blouse fitting notes
Size up ifYour neck is wider than 14 inches — the choker will pinch and buckle at the clasp
Size down ifYour face is small/delicate — a 5cm nath will overwhelm the face rather than frame it
AlterationBlouse fit — always size up one and have the blouse taken in; too-tight blouses photograph poorly
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"I'm not great at makeup. Can I still pull this off without looking overdone?"
Yes — but only if you commit to one element completely and keep the rest simple. The non-negotiable is the kajal wing: if you get the liner shape right, the rest follows. The malachite green shadow is optional — the look still reads Bollywood with just strong kajal, red lip, and good jewellery. Source: MUA minimum viable Bollywood look breakdown
You only needKajal pencil (Nykaa Kohl ₹99), red lipstick (Lakmé 9-to-5 ₹249), face primer (Maybelline ₹299)
SkipThe green eyeshadow entirely if you're not confident — dark kajal alone is the defining feature
Most importantClean, sharp kajal wings — practice the wing on the back of your hand first
Under ₹650 / $12
Undergarment guide for this specific garment
The exact setup to wear underneath — so nothing ruins the look.
👙Bra
Low-back adhesive silicone bra or stick-on cups — this look is worn with a structured lehenga blouse that typically has a built-in inner. If wearing a custom blouse: no-wire adhesive bra — India: Nykaa ₹299 · USA: Target NuBra $16
Where to buy
🇮🇳Silicone adhesive bra ₹299
🇺🇸Target NuBra$18
🩲Bottoms
High-waist shaper brief under lehenga skirt — keeps fabric from bunching when seated for long shoots or ceremonies
🩳ShapewearOptional
Only if wearing a saree — a seamless mid-thigh slip under the petticoat prevents see-through in direct light
Absolutely avoid
Coloured bra straps visible at blouse sides or back — disrupts the jewellery line completely
All of these take under 2 minutes. Nothing to buy. Do every one of these before you leave the room.
Kajal has smudged under your eye
Dip a cotton bud in micellar water. Roll it — don't wipe — under the smudge from the outer corner inward. Re-apply kajal tightly along the waterline only, not below the lash line.
Free90 seconds
Red lipstick is on your teeth
Put your index finger in your mouth, press lips around it, and pull out — it removes the inside excess. Then blot with tissue once. Do not reapply over existing — add a tiny fresh layer on top only.
Free30 seconds
Nath (nose ring) keeps slipping or sitting crooked
Loop the pearl chain attached to the nath over the ear or pin it gently to your hair with a small bobby pin. This anchors the weight and prevents the hoop from rotating downward.
Bobby pin1 minute
Foundation has oxidised and turned too orange under warm lighting
Dust a thin layer of lavender or purple-toned setting powder lightly across the face — it neutralises the orange cast. Do not add more foundation on top.
Setting powder1 minute
Green eyeshadow fallout has landed on your cheeks
Do not blow or brush — this smears pigment. Use a dry piece of tape or the sticky side of a Post-it note and press-lift the fallout. Then re-blend the edge of your blush.
Tape / Post-itImmediate
Buy these 3 things — get this exact look
1. Kundan Choker + Jhumka Earring SetAmazon ₹1,042
2. Crescent Nath (nose ring with pearl chain)Amazon.in₹285
3. Green + Black Smoky Eyeshadow Palette + Red Matte LipstickAmazon₹549
Body type notes
Petite
Keep hair swept up or back — don't let it cover the jewellery
The vertical necklace line and upswept hair both create length on a petite frame
Plus / Curvy
Contour jawline lightly so the choker sits visually on top of the face structure
The necklace needs clear neck space — jawline definition creates that separation
Tall
Full jewellery set — add maang tikka to fill vertical space
Tall frames can wear more layers without looking overwhelmed
Athletic / Straight
Layer a longer necklace below the choker to add visual waist definition
Multiple necklace lengths create a tapered V-line that adds curve
Wear it for
- Sangeet night — wear as-is, add maang tikka for full bridal effect
- Festive / Diwali / Eid — wear as-is; swap nath for a smaller stud if shooting outdoors
- Wedding Guest (Daytime) — remove the nath, reduce liner thickness slightly
- Casual Weekend — too heavy; swap to a simple kajal + nude lip instead
5-minute makeup — drugstore only
- 1Prime eyelids with a flat concealer — India: Lakmé 9-to-5 Concealer ₹249 | USA: NYX Concealer $6
- 2Apply kajal to upper waterline + tight line — India: Nykaa Kohl ₹99 | USA: Maybelline Eye Studio $5
- 3Wing the upper liner with a felt-tip liner — India: Lakmé Insta Eye Liner ₹150 | USA: e.l.f. Liquid Liner $7
- 4Press red matte lipstick firmly, blot, reapply — India: Nykaa Matte ₹199 | USA: Revlon Super Lustrous $8
- 5Apply bindi centred 1 finger-width above brow arch — India: any bindi pack ₹10 | USA: Amazon Indian Bindis $4
For exact makeup products used →
The one style hack
"The cheapest upgrade to a budget Bollywood look is a sharp kajal wing — draw it, clean the edge with a cotton bud dipped in micellar water, and it looks like a professional MUA did it."
Why this silhouette works for you
"The extended wing liner + horizontal necklace + centred bindi create three horizontal lines across the face — this naturally widens narrow faces and adds structure to round faces by drawing the eye across rather than down."
Total cost
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₹1,200–₹5,500
·Jewellery set ₹350–₹2,500
·Nath ₹150–₹500
·Makeup kit ₹700–₹2,500
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$18–$80
·Jewellery $15–$45
·Nath $8–$20
·Makeup $12–$25
| Occasion | Verdict | What to change |
|---|---|---|
| Office / work | ❌ | Do not wear — the full smoky eye, nath and heavy choker read as costume in any professional setting |
| Date night | ⚠️ | Lighten the eye to single kajal wing only; remove nath; swap choker for a simple gold chain |
| Wedding guest | ✅ | Wear as-is for evening; for daytime, remove nath and soften the green eyeshadow |
| Festive / Diwali / Eid | ✅ | Wear as-is — this is the defining look for Indian festive celebrations and photoshoots |
| Casual daytime | ❌ | Too heavy — reduce to kajal + tinted lip balm + one ring only |
| Night out / party | ✅ | Wear as-is; this look is designed for artificial light which makes the jewellery and smoky eye both pop |
Office / work❌
Do not wear — the full smoky eye, nath and heavy choker read as costume in any professional setting
Date night⚠️
Lighten the eye to single kajal wing only; remove nath; swap choker for a simple gold chain
Wedding guest✅
Wear as-is for evening; for daytime, remove nath and soften the green eyeshadow
Festive / Diwali / Eid✅
Wear as-is — this is the defining look for Indian festive celebrations and photoshoots
Casual daytime❌
Too heavy — reduce to kajal + tinted lip balm + one ring only
Night out / party✅
Wear as-is; this look is designed for artificial light which makes the jewellery and smoky eye both pop
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Does this look work for your body?
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PetiteBest fit
Keep hair up or swept to one side — this exposes the full jewellery set and adds vertical height. The kundan choker draws the eye to the face, which is the centre of this look.
Keep hair up or swept to one side — this exposes the full jewellery set and adds vertical height. The kundan choker draws the eye to the face, which is the centre of this look.
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Plus / CurvyWorks well
Contour the jawline before placing the necklace. A soft shadow along the jaw creates space between the face and choker, preventing the necklace from appearing to sink into the neck.
Contour the jawline before placing the necklace. A soft shadow along the jaw creates space between the face and choker, preventing the necklace from appearing to sink into the neck.
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Tall / StatuesqueBest fit
Layer a second longer necklace below the choker for proportion. Add maang tikka. Tall frames can carry the full jewellery stack without looking overwhelmed.
Layer a second longer necklace below the choker for proportion. Add maang tikka. Tall frames can carry the full jewellery stack without looking overwhelmed.
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HourglassBest fit
This is the ideal build for this look. The choker placement at the base of the neck frames the décolletage naturally. V-neck or sweetheart blouse neckline shows the necklace clearly.
This is the ideal build for this look. The choker placement at the base of the neck frames the décolletage naturally. V-neck or sweetheart blouse neckline shows the necklace clearly.
Does this look work for your skin tone?
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Wheatish / DuskyBest fit
This look was built for this skin tone. Warm gold jewellery, malachite green, and red lip are all warm-temperature colours that resonate perfectly with olive/dusky undertones. Use a golden-base foundation, not a pink-base one.
This look was built for this skin tone. Warm gold jewellery, malachite green, and red lip are all warm-temperature colours that resonate perfectly with olive/dusky undertones. Use a golden-base foundation, not a pink-base one.
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Fair / LightBest fit
The contrast between pale skin and the dark smoky eye is very editorial. Add a warm peach-to-terracotta blush to bring warmth to the face — without it, the cool skin tone can look drowned by the dark jewellery and liner.
The contrast between pale skin and the dark smoky eye is very editorial. Add a warm peach-to-terracotta blush to bring warmth to the face — without it, the cool skin tone can look drowned by the dark jewellery and liner.
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Deep / RichWorks well
Swap the charcoal/black smoky base for a metallic copper or bronze base on the lid — it catches light beautifully on deep skin where dark matte shadow can disappear. Keep the red lip bold and the liner graphic.
Swap the charcoal/black smoky base for a metallic copper or bronze base on the lid — it catches light beautifully on deep skin where dark matte shadow can disappear. Keep the red lip bold and the liner graphic.
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Budget Entry PointsUnder ₹1,500
Nykaa + Meesho — kajal, red lip, budget kundan
₹2,500–₹6,000
Semi-precious kundan + full Nykaa makeup kit
₹8,000+
Genuine polki/kundan — artisan or Tanishq
The 3 most common mistakes with this exact look
Kajal smudging below the eye within 30 minutes
Oily undereye skin transfers the kajal downward — creating panda eyes instead of a controlled smoky look
✓ Fix: Apply translucent setting powder under the eye BEFORE applying kajal. Dust it off, then line — it creates a barrier
Red lipstick bleeding into the lip line within an hour
Bold reds bleed easily — the feathering makes the whole face look sloppy and unfinished in photos
✓ Fix: Line lips with a matching red liner first, then fill in the entire lip with liner before applying lipstick on top — the liner base locks the colour
Bindi placed too high on the forehead
A high bindi visually elongates the forehead and pushes the face's focal point upward — away from the eyes and jewellery where the look is centred
✓ Fix: Place the bindi 1–1.5 finger-widths above the arch of the brow, centred between the brows — not at the hairline
The look
Traditional Bollywood bridal glam: black-base silky blouse with gold embroidery visible at the neckline, paired with a rich lehenga or saree. The look is face-forward — the jewellery stack (kundan choker, jhumka earrings, crescent nath with pearl chain, cocktail ring) frames the face from every angle. Hair swept to one side and held down with a jewelled pin or flower, flowing loosely over the shoulder.
Client checklist
- Attach the nath pearl chain to hair with a bobby pin before arriving on set — prevents it from swinging or sitting crooked
- Apply translucent powder under the eyes before kajal — prevents smudging in the first 30 minutes
- Wear the full jewellery set at home first — check that the choker clasp holds and the earrings aren't too heavy for a long shoot
📤 A warm amber-to-burnt-sienna gradient background (as in the reference image) is ideal — it reads as a classic Bollywood studio tone and makes the gold jewellery glow. Avoid cool grey or white backdrop
Background & environment
A warm amber-to-burnt-sienna gradient background (as in the reference image) is ideal — it reads as a classic Bollywood studio tone and makes the gold jewellery glow. Avoid cool grey or white backdrops, which create a colour-temperature clash with the warm jewellery. 2–3 metres of depth is enough to let the background go slightly soft at f/2.8.
Lighting
On a phone — shoot near a large window in late afternoon (golden hour), turn face 45° toward light, use a white foam board on the shadow side as fill
Role takeaways
Model
Tilt the chin 10° down and toward the light — this catches the nath and earrings at their best angle while keeping the kajal wing fully visible to the lens
Designer
The blouse neckline is critical — it must end at least 2cm below the bottom bead row of the choker. If the choker sits on the blouse neckline, neither piece photographs well
MUA
Set the whole look with a dewy-finish setting spray, not powder — the kundan needs to be the only matte surface; the skin should have a subtle glow to contrast the jewellery finish
Stylist
Keep only one hand in frame if shooting a three-quarter pose — too many rings and bangles competing with the necklace divides the viewer's eye. Let the cocktail ring be the one accent hand piece
Night before
Double cleanse and apply a heavy moisturiser to the face. This look photographs skin texture heavily — the foundation layer must sit on hydrated skin or it will crack under studio lights. Apply a pore-minimising primer the morning before makeup.
Professional step-by-step
- 1Skin Prep: Silicone or water primer all over face — let it set 2 minutes before touching
- 2Foundation: Full-coverage matte foundation (warm/golden undertone) — apply with damp sponge in pressing motions, not strokes
- 3Concealer: 1–2 shades lighter under eyes — bake with loose powder for 3–5 minutes, then dust off
- 4Eyeshadow — Lid: Pack malachite green shimmer shadow across the entire movable lid using a flat brush, then deepen the outer V with dark forest green or khaki
- 5Eyeshadow — Crease & Lower: Blend a dark charcoal/black into the crease and lower lash line using a fluffy blending brush — this creates the cinematic smoke depth
- 6Kajal + Liner: Line upper and lower waterline with jet-black kajal. Draw a precise graphic wing using liquid liner — extend 5–8mm past the outer corner angled upward
- 7Contour + Blush: Contour cheekbones and jawline with a matte brown 2 shades deeper than skin; dust a warm terracotta blush on the apples and sweep toward temples
- 8Red Lip: Line lips with a matching red liner. Fill entire lip with liner first. Apply 2 layers of matte red lipstick, blotting between coats. Clean edges with a concealer brush
For exact makeup products used →
Budget kit
🇮🇳India (Nykaa / Amazon)
🇺🇸USA (Walmart / Target)
Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Foundation$8
Maybelline Eye Studio Lasting Drama Gel Liner$5
e.l.f. Jewel Pop Eyeshadow Palette$12
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick (Love That Red)$8
e.l.f. Halo Glow Setting Powder$14
The pose
Three-quarter stance, body angled 30° from camera, shoulders back and down. One hand raised to the face — fingertips lightly touching the cheek or jawline, not covering any jewellery. The other hand holds the hair flowing over the opposite shoulder. Gaze is direct into lens with chin slightly lowered — the angle catches the kajal wing and the nath simultaneously.
🌿Confidence reset
Roll shoulders back twice, lift the chin until you feel the back of your neck lengthen, then lower it 10°. The act of feeling the choker settle on your collarbone is the reset cue — use it before every frame.
💧Fatigue reset
Look straight up at the ceiling for 5 seconds, then close eyes for 3 seconds, then open directly into the lens. This re-whites the eyes and re-sets the eyelid to its natural open position after prolonged squinting.
Equipment
proSony A7 IV or Canon R6 + 85mm f/1.8 portrait lens — gives the natural compression that makes the kundan necklace and face read in proportion
phoneiPhone 15 Pro or Samsung S24 Ultra — Portrait mode, 2× lens, manually lower exposure by −0.5EV to keep gold jewellery from blowing out
lightPro: 90cm octabox at 45° camera-left · DIY: large window, golden hour, white reflector panel on fill side
Camera settings
f/2.8
Aperture
1/200s
Shutter
ISO 200
Sensitivity
5500K
White Bal
Framing
- 1Frame from mid-chest up — always show the full choker necklace
- 2Place the face slightly off-centre — eyes at the upper third line
- 3Keep the nath fully visible — don't crop the nose ring chain
- 4Ensure at least one earring is visible — frame slightly wider if needed
- 5Shoot at eye level or 5° above — never below; it distorts jewellery scale
Directing cues
- 1""Bring your chin down just a little — feel the choker sit""
- 2""Eyes directly at me — not through me""
- 3""Lift the hair over your shoulder slowly — freeze when it falls""
- 4""Fingertips to the cheek — like you're just listening""
- 5""Now look away for a beat, then back — shoot the moment of return""
Post Production
Warm up the shadows: push the warm tone in highlights slightly toward amber to match the background — keeps the jewellery from going cool in shadow
Free tool tip — Snapseed's "Selective" tool: tap on the kundan and pull Structure slider up slightly to bring out the stone texture without over-sharpening skin
Mistake to avoid — do not use a cool-blue preset filter; it fights the warm gold palette and makes the green eyeshadow look grey
Guide
📌Step 1
TEAM SHOOT BRIEF — Bollywood Bridal Glam: Smoky Eyes + Red Lip + Full Kundan
Select phase
StylistConfirm all jewellery pieces are present and undamaged; check nath chain length and pin mechanism
MUACleanse and prep skin tonight; apply overnight moisturising mask; do not wax brows day-of — do it 48hrs before
ModelWash hair, apply hair oil overnight; do not apply any makeup — skin must be clean for primer to bond correctly
PhotoTest the amber background under studio lights at f/2.8 — confirm the background gradient reads warm, not flat orange
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Description
A full-drama Bollywood bridal makeup look built around malachite green smoky eyes, a graphic kajal wing, bold red matte lip, and traditional kundan jewellery — designed for sangeet nights, festive photoshoots, and evening wedding functions.
Pinterest Description
Bollywood bridal smoky eye + red lip tutorial — step-by-step for sangeet, wedding & festive looks. All skin tones.
Core details
On a phone — shoot near a large window in late afternoon (golden hour), turn face 45° toward light, use a white foam board on the shadow side as fill
Background: A warm amber-to-burnt-sienna gradient background (as in the reference image) is ideal — it reads as a classic Bollywood studio tone and makes the gold jewellery glow. Avoid cool grey or white backdrops, which create a colour-temperature clash with the warm jewellery. 2–3 metres of depth is enough to let the background go slightly soft at f/2.8.
Influence: Mughal miniature painting — the kundan jewellery aesthetic, layered ornamentation, and the model's composed direct gaze echo the visual grammar of Mughal court portraiture
Focus area
- ◈Kajal wing precision — the single technical skill that defines this look
- ◈Kundan jewellery placement and proportion relative to face shape
- ◈Red lip architecture — liner, fill, layering, and edge cleanup
Colour palette
#2D6B45
Malachite Green Eyeshadow lid
Malachite Green Eyeshadow lid
#1A1A1A
Jet Black Kajal + liner
Jet Black Kajal + liner
#C41E3A
Crimson Red Lip colour
Crimson Red Lip colour
#C8A96E
Warm Gold Kundan jewellery
Warm Gold Kundan jewellery
#B05C2A
Amber Sienna Background
Amber Sienna Background
Iterate & alterations
- 1Swap green eye for a copper/burnt-gold smoky lid
- 2Replace red lip with deep plum or burgundy matte
- 3Remove nath — keep choker
- 4jhumkas and bindi only
- 5Add a maang tikka and passa for full bridal upgrade
- 6Day version: tight kajal line only + sheer red tint lip
- 7Modern version: graphic black liner + nude lip
- 8minimal jewellery
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