Local experts offer stellar advice on wedding dilemmas HOT TOPIC THE WEDDING SQUAD I’m looking for flowergirl and pageboy outfits; what advice can you share with us? All children grow at different rates and don’t necessarily fit within certain age ranges. It’s incredible how different the sizing can be from one company to the next – some are generous but others are not. Always measure your children before buying an outfit to check sizing charts. I once knew a client who purchased three outfits online, but not one fitted the flowergirl! For pageboys, my top tip for trousers is always to buy ones with adjustable buttonhole elastic fitted inside the waistband. Little boys are notorious for having slim waists but grow rapidly in height – this way, you’ll get a good fit on the day and they can get continuous wear from them. If you still can’t get an outfit that fits, always consider smaller British companies that offer made-to-order designs. You may pay a little more, but you can guarantee excellent quality and a perfect fit. Dawn Clarke | Dawn Clarke Designs www.dawnclarkedesigns.co.uk DRESSED TO IMPRESS My mum wants to wear something age appropriate for my wedding while still looking stylish and sexy. How can she achieve this? Many things have changed over the years, except that our mums want to look and feel amazing for our daughter or son’s wedding. We as a nation tend to dress younger than our parents did at similar ages. When it comes to our mother-of-the-bride/groom outfits, we want to dress appropriately but not old and dowdy. Luckily, the majority of designers have realised this and make stunning outfits that are bang on trend while not being too revealing. We have people of all shapes and sizes visit our store; they all want to look and feel a million dollars. Remember that it’s about choosing the right style for your body shape if you want to look and feel incredible. Looking stylish and sexy is not all about ultra-fitted, short and low-cut outfits. We have many designers that will fit the criteria while keeping your modesty intact. Condici has some beautiful shift dresses that will complement your shape and are available in sizes six to 28. The classic designs are made to emphasise our good points and are cleverly tailored to disguise trouble areas. Veni Infantino is also an excellent designer that creates great shapes to flatter body types with cutting edge designs. Here at Charisma, we work with your shape and desires until we’re satisfied that you look and feel amazing; after all, you only get one chance to make a first impression! Debbie Hill | Charisma of Fawley | www.charismaoffawley.co.uk www.veni-infantino.com www.kateizakphotography.com EXPERT ADVICE 73
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