Your East Anglian Wedding - August/September 2020 (Issue 44)

 P lanning a wedding can be pretty hectic, particularly if you’re working to a tight timetable. It’s easy to get lost in a flurry of colour swatches, to-do lists, spreadsheets and appointments and overlook one of the most important things – you; not forgetting your other half of course! To enjoy the journey and de-stress the planning process as much as possible, try to let go of the reins and share some of the tasks with eager friends and family – you know they’ll love it! Sleepless nights, stress and anxiety are barriers to becoming the relaxed, radiant bride of your dreams. So tip one (and this one’s from us) grab a red pen and at the top of your schedule insert in big, bold letters, ‘me-time’. ON YOU All eyeses Tips and tricks for looking and feeling your big-day best PLANNING AHEAD One of the key priorities on the road to looking and feeling your bridal best, is not leaving things to the last minute. Some things aren’t a quick fix so it pays to put in the groundwork early to get the best results. A good starting point is to focus on the style and look you’re after. Do your research, scour wedding magazines, visit your local wedding fairs and start putting together a moodboard of inspiration; your suppliers will love you for it as it makes their job so much easier if they can share your vision. Having your colours analysed from the get go can help lay the foundation stones for choosing not only the right gown, but everything from your make-up and the bridesmaids’ dresses, to the groom and groomsmen’s attire, flowers and more. Great for creating a coordinated effect to complement your look, it can avoid costly mistakes too. Check out www.houseofcolour.co.uk fo r local consultants. FINDING THE ONE Once the dress is in the bag, everything else can flow from there, from the type of hairstyle you choose, the make-up, jewellery and accessories. Now that bridal boutiques are opening their doors again, brides-to-be will be able to get up close and personal with their fairytale gown. There will be safety precautions in place of course, in order to be COVID secure, but that doesn’t mean shopping for your dream dress can’t still be magical. Although you may not be able to take your whole bridal posse along, appointments can be made in advance, maybe take just one other person along with you, like a member of your household or close family preferably. Check the requirements before you arrive to make sure you comply and go prepared with some idea of what you’re looking for and what’s in stock. First and foremost though, relax ‒ friendly staff will be on hand as usual, ready and willing to help and share their wealth of knowledge! For memories of finding the one to cherish forever there’s an array of amazing boutiques and showrooms close to you. Check out: www.adellabridal.co.uk; ww w.burrbridal.co.uk; ww w.fairytalegowns.co.uk; www.thebottomdraweruk.co.uk an d www.treasuresthebridalshop.co.uk to name a few! LOOKING YOUR BEST 71