ENTERTAINMENT DANCE LESSONS Lorraine Ansell, First Dance Studios https://firstdancestudios.co.uk/ Here are some great tips for keeping you fit, healthy and having fun in the run up to your big day… • Walk outside – after going through some wedding admin (that table seating plan will still be there when you get back), throw on some trainers, grab the keys, a water bottle and go for a stroll outside. Slow the walk right down and breathe in. By slowing down and drawing the mind to something it hasn’t seen before it’ll help calm your mind and body. How often: Daily • Put on the music and dance – we’re super biased but we love music and it’s so great to put on your favourite tracks (the cheesier the better), and get the body moving. Sway those hips, throw some shapes and feel good as the dance endorphins kick in. You’ll be glowing in no time and a bit of cardio helps a lot! Especially for a busy wedding day. Keep those fitness levels up. How often: Twice a week. • Work it – get strong and get to the gym to pump or even at home with some cans or small weights. A balanced work out mixing cardio and strength work will help your overall fitness and stamina for the month going into your big-day countdown. The pay off? Enjoying the whole wedding breakfast and cake! How often: Twice a week. • Practice your first dance – clear away the table and chairs, make sure the cat or dog or children are out of the way and make it a date night with a difference. Put on your first dance song and get dancing! We love to work with our couples to create your first dance reoutine – one that’s fun and easy to learn but with extra wow factor! How often: Start three months before. • Live, laugh, love – remember that thriving with your love is the best thing ever so find space to connect with each other, like when you dance together and have a giggle because that’s what makes it fun. How often: Every day! www.yananovaphotography.com www.laurashaw.co.uk www.pebbleheaven.co.uk www.andyholterphotography.com PLANNING SOS 53 HAIR AND MAKEUP Sonja Bowden, Blush Effect by Sonja www.blusheffect.co.uk Tan • If you’re considering a spray tan, be sure to have a trial beforehand to ensure it’s flawless on the day. Book your tan appointment two to three days before your wedding to give it time to develop. • Think about what depth of colour you’d like to be and talk that through with your specialist. • After your tan’s developed, wear white so you can see how your tan will look with your dress. • Think about the neckline you’re wearing a few weeks before the wedding and if you might get tan lines that clash with your dress. Hair • Get a trim two to four weeks before your day. Fresh ends will make your hair look polished in photos. • For extra length and volume, consider clip-in or tape-in hair extensions. Applied properly, no one will ever know and it may give you more options for your style choice. Beauty and make-up • Begin a skincare routine at least six months before the special day to give your products time to work their magic. • Book a monthly facial. Gentle exfoliants refine pores, brightening masks can fade sunspots and age spots, and hydrating serums will plump skin. • Be consistent with your skincare routine, morning and night. • The weeks before the wedding can be stressful. Set aside five minutes each day to do guided breathing exercises. Stress can play havoc with our skin, from eczema, breakout and rashes.
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