Runway & Couture Bridal Makeup
Bringing professional, high-fashion artistry to your wedding day. From the energy of fashion week to your bridal look, I specialize in couture-inspired makeup that is camera-ready and flawless.
A close-up of the radiant skin and intricate braided hairstyle I designed for the Manish Malhotra Bridal Couture Show. The makeup features a strong highlight and contoured cheeks to accentuate the bone structure under the show lights.
This modern bridal look from the Manish Malhotra show features a sheer veil and a stunning silhouette. The makeup was kept luminous and focused on a flawless base to let the avant-garde bridal wear shine.
For this look at The Luxo Show, I created a bold, defined eye and a deep lip color to match the traditional yet contemporary saree. The makeup was designed to complement the rich floral embroidery and heavy jewellery.
A classic and elegant runway look for the Jio World Plaza launch. I focused on creating a warm, golden glow on the skin with soft, shimmery eyes to complement the beautiful chikankari lehenga by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla.
This runway look for The Luxo Show features a soft, ethereal makeup style. I used a neutral palette with a subtle shimmer on the eyes and a clean, glowing complexion to match the delicate and graceful bridal lehenga.
A model walks the ramp for Ritu Kumar at The Luxo Show. I crafted a sophisticated look with a defined eye and a simple updo to complement the heavily embroidered jacket, ensuring the focus remained on the couture creation.
This dramatic all-white gown at The Luxo Show was paired with a bold red lip and a sleek, braided hairstyle. This look shows how a pop of color can create a memorable and high-fashion bridal statement.
About this collection
High-fashion runways demand makeup that holds up under intense stage lighting and harsh angles. I take that same industry-standard approach to your bridal look, focusing on high-definition, skin-first techniques that ensure your makeup looks flawless from your walk down the aisle to the final reception photo.
When you work with designers like Manish Malhotra or Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, there is no room for error. The makeup must match the intricacy of the couture wear. This requires a different level of precision compared to standard bridal makeup. I apply this couture-first philosophy to my brides: we focus on color theory to match your specific lehenga tones, skin prep that creates a 4K-ready glow, and structural hair styling that stays put.
My goal is to make sure you look like the muse of your own show. I am based in Mumbai but travel across India for weddings, bringing the same kit and high-performance products—Dior, NARS, Charlotte Tilbury—that I use on professional models. If you are planning a destination wedding or a series of elaborate functions, let's chat about how we can plan a cohesive beauty schedule that keeps your skin fresh and your hair perfect for every single event.
Riya Matta
I’m Riya. Whether I’m backstage at a fashion show or working with you in a hotel suite, my process is the same: clean, glowing skin and structured definition. I love the intensity of couture work, and I bring that same discipline to your big day.
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