Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - January/February 2021 (Issue 84)

61 EXPERT ADVICE Q&A Local experts on seasonal good looks WINTER WOW FACTOR I always wear the same light make-up but don’t want to look tired or washed-out in the photos for my winter wedding. How can I ramp it up so I still look like me but just a more glamorous version? Melinda says: Make-up for a winter wedding is quite different and the timing of your day is an important factor. If you’re getting married later in the afternoon the light outside may not be as good for the photos and you may have to have them taken inside. You’re also likely to be spending the majority of the time under artificial light which means you can get away with a much more glamorous look and slightly heavier make-up. Although the skin is naturally paler in the winter you can avoid looking washed out by using just a hint of bronzer to give you a natural radiance and plenty of blusher for a healthy glow. A cream blusher is great for a natural sheen and using a highlighter on your cheekbones will give you a gorgeous shimmer too. For a really glam look accentuate your eyes with slightly stronger colours, like warm brown with a deeper shade on the outer areas for a gentle smoky look or grey tones for a cooler effect; great for blue eyes. For a semi-smoky alternative try adding a dark brown or grey eyeliner along the top of your eyelash line and below along the lash line then fade it out just past the middle. This will make your eyes pop and for added drama try a black liquid top liner. For a touch of sparkle add a light shimmery eyeshadow colour on the mid to inside area of the lower lid and bring it inwards to the corner to brighten the inner eye area. A little sparkly shimmer on the brow bone looks pretty too but be careful not to over-do it with glittery eyeshadows as they don’t look great in the photos when flash photography is used. If you prefer something more subtle for your eyes it’s important to have great lashes and defined brows and maybe emphasise the lips instead with warm berry colours or a bold red for extra Hollywood glam. Whatever look you choose, take into account the style of your dress, hair and also your colour scheme as these also play an important part in the overall effect. If face masks have to be worn at any point then make sure the focus is on the eyes. A natural lip colour is going to be a safer bet and less likely to show if there’s a slight smudge. A matt colour would be ideal, blot your lipstick or even use a ‘stay-on’ brand. Have a little top-up pot of foundation or powder and a pocket mirror handy so you can repair any damage caused. Melinda Hollis | www.makeoversbymelinda.co.uk We’ve had to postpone our wedding until summer 2021 and I want to update my bridal make-up so it’s current and on trend. What looks and colours are likely to be popular? Ema says: The monochrome look is great for your flowers, décor and bridesmaids’ dresses and lends itself to the bare-faced make-up trend for 2021. It’s harder to pull off than you might think though. To avoid looking washed out or like you’re wearing no make-up at all, focus on the four basics – fresh- looking skin, brushed brows, healthy cheeks and lip stain. Concealing is key here but opt for colour corrective products as opposed to heavy coverage ones. Spring and summer will see colours like sage, coral and even gold emerging. This is perfectly complemented by the bold-eye trend. Choose earthy tones with a metallic finish instead of matt smoky shades and you’ll be on to a winner. Add highlighters in creamy gold or shell pink in the centre of the lid to open the eye and finish with a chocolate or burgundy liner. If you’re getting married in the autumn or winter you could choose a trend- setting celestial theme or dark and dramatic colour palettes are set to be big in 2021. A red lip is perfectly suited to this and with so many shades to choose from, go for the one that suits you best. The three key notes to consider here are tone (cool or warm), clarity (sheer or opaque) and finish (matt or glossy). Have fun playing with all the options! Ema Doherty | www.thehairandbeautyartist.co.uk Hair & beauty TOP TRENDS