Make-up Guru Reham Khalifa Tells Us How To Recreate Laila Zahar’s Dreamy Bridal Look
The bride chose a classic lace gown by Zuhair Murad to tie the knot
When it comes to bridal beauty, few moments are as unforgettable as when the bride walks down the aisle—radiant, glowing, and completely herself. For Laila Zahar, that magical moment was brought to life by renowned makeup artist Reham Khalifa, who crafted a look rooted in romance, elegance, and modern royal charm.
“For Laila’s wedding day, I wanted her makeup to tell a love story of its own—something soft, timeless, and full of grace,” shares Khalifa. Drawing inspiration from Charlotte Tilbury’s beloved Pillow Talk Beauty Soulmate Collection, Khalifa curated a palette of soft rose tones and ethereal finishes to complement the bride’s features and the emotional tone of the day.
The focus? Skin that glows with love.
Using the Soulmate Face Palette, Khalifa achieved a radiant, airbrushed complexion for Laila—one that looked lit from within. “It gave her that dreamy glow without ever looking overdone,” she explains. The palette’s soft hues helped bring a natural warmth to the skin while maintaining a regal finish fit for the occasion.
For lips, Khalifa turned to Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick in Kiss Talk, topping it with a hint of Lip Plumpgasm to give a fuller, luminous effect. “The colour was romantic and elegant—just like Laila. It felt deeply personal,” she adds.
What truly set the look apart was its emotion. “This wasn’t just about makeup—it was about capturing Laila’s love story with Hesham through beauty,” says Khalifa. Every stroke of blush, every shimmer on the lids, was layered with intention—to reflect the tenderness of the moment and the strength of the love being celebrated.
As Laila stepped into her new chapter, radiant and confident, her look was more than makeup—it was a reflection of everything the day represented. And for Reham Khalifa, it was a moment she won’t soon forget.
“Seeing her walk down the aisle like that… it was magical. I’m honoured to have played a part in it.”
Here is our edit of the Charlotte Tilbury products that she has used in the look:
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Moisturiser
Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream is a hydrating moisturiser designed to revive dry, dull skin with immediate results. Clinically proven to improve firmness and smoothness, it also delivers instant, long-lasting hydration. Created for backstage use, it doubles as a primer, helping makeup apply more smoothly and stay in place.
Charlotte Tilbury Soulmate’s Face Palette
The Pillow Talk Beauty Soulmates Face Palette is a limited-edition, heart-shaped compact featuring two complementary complexion products. It includes a new tone of the Airbrush Flawless Finish powder for brightening and blurring, paired with a matte Pillow Talk blush for a soft, natural flush. Together, they create a smooth, radiant finish ideal for everyday wear or special occasions.
Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wand Highlighter
The Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wand in Pillow Talk Original is a liquid highlighter-blush designed to add a soft, luminous glow to the skin. Its nude-pink shade blends easily using the built-in cushion applicator, making it effortless to apply and build. Inspired by the iconic Pillow Talk collection, it delivers a natural-looking radiance with a smooth, light-reflecting finish
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter
Charlotte Tilbury’s Hollywood Flawless Filter is a multi-use complexion enhancer that delivers a smooth, radiant glow. Inspired by camera filters and studio lighting, it blurs imperfections while adding a soft-focus, luminous finish. Available in 12 shades—including 4 Medium for olive skin tones—it can be used alone, as a primer, mixed with foundation, or applied as a highlighter.
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Big Lip Plumpgasm
Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillow Talk Big Lip Plumpgasm is a lip plumper that combines hydration and volume for a fuller-looking pout. Available in two universally flattering shades—fair/medium (a pink nude) and medium/deep (a berry-toned pink)—it uses plumpgasm heat + ice technology, Collageneer, and hyaluronic acid to smooth and enhance lips over time. The formula delivers the comfort of a balm with the plumping power of a gloss, giving lips a juicy, visibly fuller finish from the first swipe.