I think it’s just the bride and groom on their wedding day, but in my opinion, the mother of the bride and groom is a close second! This day means a lot to them as they watch their sons and daughters walk down the aisle, and it is a special time to celebrate with family and friends.

After working with hundreds of bridal parties over the past 15+ years as a professional makeup artist, I have a lot of experience in the wedding industry. Obviously, doing makeup for a young bride is a little different than working with a mature mother or future mother-in-law.

Today, if you’re planning on doing your own makeup for this type of occasion where you want to take lots of pictures and want to look your best, here are some essential tips. Here’s how to do your own makeup for the mother of the bride and groom.