Q&A Fashion & Beauty Local experts offer advice on how to look your big-day best THE EYES HAVE IT Q: I’d love to have a full-lash look for my wedding day but have never had any form of faux lashes applied before. What do you advise in terms of style, timings and upkeep for a newbie like me? I always recommend having a trial of any new beauty treatment, whether it be a tan, facial or lashes — and nothing new the week before! With lashes, if you’re having a make-up artist for the big day then this is a great starting point to get them to try the lashes out for you. Most make-up artists should offer false lashes, I personally use little cluster lashes which look very natural and have a similar effect to the semi-permanent ones. Also, what’s great about them is if you don’t like them, they come off quickly and easily with make-up remover. If you love the look of these then book in for your first lash appointment. I recommend having a full set done six weeks prior to the wedding day. You can then book an infill for three weeks before and your final infill the week before the wedding. This way you have two practice attempts to decide on your perfect lash length, curl and fullness. There are so many different options with lashes, you want to find the perfect set for you. Plus, this gives you the time to get used to how they feel. Lashes need an infill every two to three weeks, so if you’re going off on your honeymoon straight after the wedding, they should last perfectly for this. Becca Gray, professional make-up artist www.beccagray.co.uk THOROUGHLY MODERN Q: I’m looking for a modern wedding dress, what styles, fabrics and design features should I opt for. When looking for a modern wedding dress design, I believe the key features to look out for in your dress search are elements of architectural design. This can be in the style of the gown such as one-shoulder gowns, those with puffy sleeves, offthe-shoulder designs, square necklines, or beaded detailing. When looking for a modern fabric, these can range from silk, satin, and Mikado, to taffeta and lace. However, never forget even a modern style should reflect you, your personality, and your own personal style. Jean Bristow, bridal boutique owner https://alwaysandforeverbridal.co.uk www.instagram.com/ishahawkinsphotography ASK THE EXPERTS 73
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