Luxury Destination Wedding Mykonos | Soho Roc House

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A behind-the-scenes look at a wedding weekend in Mykonos, with Aegean views and destination wedding hair and makeup at Soho Roc House in Mykonos.

We were honoured to be booked as the hair & makeup team for three unforgettable events celebrating the gorgeous bride & groom, Katie and Will. Destination weddings are always an adventure, and this one was a true standout.

Welcome Party at Soho Roc House – Luxury Destination Wedding Mykonos

The weekend kicked off with a White & Blue Welcome Party, where Katie and Will encouraged guests to wear white and blue to reflect the classic Mykonos colour palette. It set the tone for the weekend: chic, laid-back, and filled with warmth.

For Katie’s look, we drew inspiration from a Margot Robbie red carpet moment, with radiant, bronzed skin and the ultimate sparkly eye. Her eyes featured a champagne-gold sparkle and we paired it with a classic Hollywood wave hairstyle to complement her baby blue Georgia Hardinge dress, and the final result was utterly sublime.

Luxury Wedding Hair and Makeup in Mykonos

With 12 beautiful women to style, we created looks that were long-wearing, luminous, and effortlessly elegant.

Mykonos is known for its heat and wind, so we adjusted our schedule and techniques to accommodate both. We extended hair timings to ensure maximum prep, setting, and secure styling that would last from ceremony to dance floor.

Katie’s Destination Wedding Hair and Makeup in Mykonos

For Katie’s wedding at Soho Roc House her hair was a sleek, modern chignon masterpiece, crafted using Milk & Blush extensions and a generous dose of Moroccan Oil Smoothing Cream. Despite Mykonos’ famous winds, the bun held perfectly.

Her makeup was designed to enhance the softness of her natural features while providing enough depth to withstand the bright sunlight and photograph beautifully. Glowing skin, sculpted brows, delicate definition – all tailored to complement her stunning Emma Beaumont Atelier gown.

Pro Skin Prep – Glowing, Sculpted Skin

We always say: exceptional makeup starts with exceptional skin prep. For Katie’s wedding day, our focus was hydration, sculpting, and creating a long-wearing, humidity resistant base that would last beautifully in the heat.

We began with a gentle double cleanse using the Elemis Pro-Collagen Rose Cleanser, followed by sculpting and de-puffing with the Face Gym Pro Tool. This not only lifts the face but helps stimulate circulation for a naturally energised glow.

To layer in hydration, I misted her skin with Floragy’s Rose Bloom Toner, followed by Augustinus Bader’s under-eye masks, giving them time to work while I used the Face Gym Multi-Sculpt tool for lymphatic drainage. This step is one of my favourites – it really helps awaken the skin and smooth tension across the face.

Once everything was sculpted and de-puffed, I finished prep with the Charlotte Tilbury Magic Sheet Mask – a product that delivers serious glow without overwhelming the skin.

This level of skin prep is non-negotiable. It makes all the difference not only in the longevity and finish of the makeup, but in how it wears throughout a long, hot day.

Base:

With skin prepped, I created Katie’s radiant makeup look using my trusted products below.

Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Serum, Enriched Eye Base & Face Base – my go-to for a smooth, oil-free canvas.
Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter (Shade 3) – used as a glowy primer to give luminosity without the sheen.
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Foundation (Shade 5 Warm) – silicone-based and truly budge-proof in heat and humidity.
Bobbi Brown Corrector + Charlotte Tilbury Concealer – to brighten and balance under the eyes.
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Cream Bronzer – for warmth and sculpting the face for a seamless bronzed glow.
Lisa Eldridge Elevated Glow Highlight – In shade Crystal Nebula a cream formula that adds light without shimmer.
Hourglass Veil – Translucent Powder & Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Powder – To set the finished look.

Eyes:

Katie’s eye look was built around soft, sculpted definition that would hold beautifully in natural daylight and translate effortlessly on camera, signature JHMA style.

We started with the Makeup by Mario Master Mattes Palette (Cool) to create shape and subtle depth. I then layered in warm peach tones using the By Terry Brightening CC Palette in Sunny Flash, which added a soft wash of colour that enhanced Katie’s natural eye tone without overpowering it.

To define the lash line, I used MAC Costa Riche, a warm, soft brown kohl that blends easily and brings gentle warmth to the look. We finished with Chanel Le Volume de Chanel Waterproof Mascara, and built up the lash line using individual lashes for a bespoke, fluttery finish.

The goal was a timeless eye look with just enough structure and softness, effortless, luminous, and long-wearing.

Cheeks & Lips:

To complement the bronzed, glowing complexion, I used MAC Glow Play Blush in Grand, a sheer, peachy cream blush that melts seamlessly into the skin. I then layered a light dusting of Hourglass Ambient Blush in Sublime Flush to set and elevate the finish with a soft-focus glow.

Katie’s lip was a blend of warmth and definition. We used Lisa Eldridge sculpt and shade lip pencilsin Warm 1 and Warm 2 to shape and line before applying Charlotte Tilbury’s Dancefloor Princess, a soft, warm-toned nude-pink and topping with a Lisa Eldridge Gloss Embrace in shade Muse for subtle shine and hydration.

Getting Married in Mykonos or the Greek Islands?

If you’re planning a destination wedding in Mykonos, Santorini, or anywhere across the Greek islands, we’d love to bring your bridal beauty vision to life. The Destination Collective specialises in calm, elevated, luxury hair & makeup, tailored to the climate and designed to last.

✨ Get in touch to enquire about your date.