3. My Step-by-Step Studio Application & Styling Routine
In Part 3 of our guide to Literal dream dress!, let’s talk hands-on technique.
You don’t need a professional backstage kit if you layer your prep in the right order.

Pin Look
How I Recreate It in Under 15 Minutes
Start with a hydrating primer, then buff in a light-coverage foundation with a damp sponge.
I always mix in a drop of liquid highlighter for that lit-from-within glow.
For the eyes, I stick to a wash of champagne shimmer on the lid, a soft brown in the crease.
And a few individual lashes at the outer corners.
Finish with a cream blush applied high on the cheeks, a glossy pink lip, and a spritz of setting spray.
The whole routine takes under fifteen minutes.
Which is perfect because you’ll want to spend extra time twirling in that dress before you head out.
Turn to Page 4 for my all-night wear longevity secrets, touch-up kit essentials, and final studio checklist.