Your East Anglian Wedding - April/May 2021 (Issue 48)

WHAT’S HOT As we emerge from lockdown number three with 2021 weddings due to get the green light, Suffolk-based make-up artist Victoria Bradfield shares her beauty insight into some of the key trends that are set to emerge for brides and their best girls. ❤ I think there will be a massive pull towards full on Hollywood- style glamour, be it hair, makeup, dresses, accessories or the whole shebang. For too long we have sat in our jogging bottoms, hair pulled back into a messy bun, with stripped back or no make-up at all. Moving forward, I think it will be oversized everything, even for micro weddings, and I can’t wait! ❤ The 70s was an iconic era for bright sparkly eyeshadows, statement liner and lashes. I feel in 2021/2022 we’ll be seeing a lot of these kind of emphasised eyes for a more dramatic look, especially if facemasks are still mandatory. ❤ Bold lips are a great way to get your glam on if statement eyes are not for you. ❤ The flip side of the coin (there is always one) is that during lockdown, many people have been investing more time into better skincare. With more hours in the day to spare, skin has been living its best life and 2021 is its time to shine. There will be huge focus on a gorgeous dewy complexion with lighter foundations and a pop of highlighter letting that natural glow shine through. ❤ Even though you may have upped your cleansing game in the last year, get booking those facials for when the beauty industry opens up again. A good resurfacing facial will get rid of any dead skin cells and boost cell renewal. ❤ In the lead up to the wedding make sure you’re exfoliating regularly so the skin is smooth and ready for make-up as it will go on so much better if it’s been well prepped beforehand. Even if you have an oily complexion, good moisturisers are important with a serum containing hyaluronic acid for hydration or oils for dry skin. The whole wedding party should up their beauty regime to be picture-perfect. Should the bridesmaids’ make-up mirror the bride’s? Victoria says: It’s really up to the bride herself. Some like a uniformed look, similar but not quite the same as theirs, others are completely relaxed and happy for the bridesmaids to decide. Whatever she decides, it’s important for the bridesmaids to remember it’s not their day and to be kind and gracious and go with the flow. On the wedding day I like to work my way through the bridal party leaving the bride to last or second to last, depending on the hairstyle and working round what’s best for the hairdresser too. If it’s a large bridal party, I either bring an assistant or I have great connections with other artists that I can call on to help out. Once the make-up is all finished it’s time to get dresses on, a quick recheck and touch up those lips or any shine that needs correcting and you and your best girls are wedding day ready. Visit www.victoriabradfield.co.uk TOP TIPS Let’s not forget how important the mums are when it comes to the big day. Eyes are on them too and they’ll want to not only complement the bride and look their best, but also feel involved and special on the wedding morning. Freelance make-up, hair and beauty specialist Paige Richards suggests, “When it comes to getting ready on the day, I always encourage mums to allow themselves to be pampered and avoid stress by having their hair or make-up done by a professional!” She recommends: ❤ Don’t be shy to speak out and be totally specific about what you want when it comes to your hair. If you have a certain style that you wear every day and want to keep it like that for the wedding, then be sure to tell your stylist. Bringing a picture with you of when you feel your hair looked its best is always helpful. ❤ If you’re unsure what suits you, I always recommend an up do; classic, elegant and always flattering, they're also easy to maintain throughout the day. Worried about the size of your bridal party? Don’t be afraid to speak to your stylist about the number of people wanting their hair done, most will have assistants and other professionals they can call on to accommodate larger parties. Time keeping Sticking to the morning schedule is so important to ensure you have enough time for pictures and a glass of fizz before you go. I always recommend mums, the maid-of-honour/chief bridesmaids get ready first, that way they are good to go and can run around after you all morning. Visit www.paigerichards.co.uk BEAUTY & FASHION EXTRA 55