WOW FACTOR Wedding How to look and feel your big-day best Planning a wedding can be pretty hectic, particularly if you’re working to a tight timetable. To enjoy the journey, take time out now and again, enjoy a night in together and declare it a wedding-free zone! Delegate tasks if you can and prioritise the most important things, like being kind to yourself and not sweating the small stuff. Sleepless nights, stress and anxiety are barriers to becoming the relaxed, radiant bride of your dreams so remember to factor in some all-important ‘me-time’. To help you and the whole bridal gang step out in style, we asked local experts from around the region to share some of their industry insight. Flattering silhouettes People come in all shapes and izes and an experienced bridal consultant will be able to advise on what shapes, styles and details are the most flattering. Lorraine Curtis, owner of Olive Blossom Bridal in Overton, Hampshire (www.oliveblossombridal.co.uk) shares some of her expert insight. ❤ Rectangle For this type of body shape, A-line dresses can help create an hour-glass silhouette, sheath gowns are great to accentuate a lean frame and an empire cut will create a defined waist. ❤ Apple If you have a full bust with little waist definition, A-line, drop-waist and ball gowns will help elongate your silhouette and a deep V-neck will not only flatter your bust, but also draw attention away from your waistline. ❤ Pear For those who are smaller up top than below, with hips wider than your shoulders, A-line and ball gowns will balance out the torso and bust. A V-neckline or spaghetti straps also help to give a more slender effect. ❤ Hourglass For an hourglass figure the most flattering shapes are sheath, mermaid and ballgown to show off your curves. ❤ Inverted triangle For inverted triangle body shapes a mermaid, trumpet, short dress or ballgown will balance out your frame. Strapless or halter neck lines also create the illusion of narrower shoulders. FINDING THE ONE You’ve said ‘yes’, the ring’s on your finger, the date and venue’s booked, so what’s next? The dress, of course! Some may have already been dreaming of their perfect gown before even finding their perfect partner! Whatever camp you’re in, the dress shopping is an important part of the journey and should be a fun and memorable experience. Even if you don’t have that special moment when you know you’ve found the one, don’t worry not everyone gets emotional and teary-eyed. It’s great to get it in the bag though and move on to all the other fun stuff! LORRAINE’S TOP TIP Be open minded when shopping for your wedding gown. Nine times out of 10 brides walk away with something completely different to what they thought they’d choose, so expect the unexpected. Even if you think there are certain styles you can’t wear or won’t suit you, trust your bridal stylist, they really do know their stuff and can help you find something that looks sensational. Farrah by Pronovias Pronovias Kelly 52
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