Your West Midlands Wedding- April/May 2021 (Issue 73)

Our experts solve your problems HOT TOPIC: WEDDING WORRIES PRETTY IN PINK Q – I love pink and want to incorporate the hue into my wedding dress. Do you have any ideas of how I can do this without it being over the top? Firstly, if any of you lovely brides know our boutique, you’ll know we love pink! Designers are beginning to incorporate different colours and shades into their creations, so it’s a really exciting time to be buying your wedding dress. Style 8953 by Justin Alexander is a gorgeous gown in a soft, subtle shade of pink. It has a vintage-inspired deep V-neckline with a pleated waistband and hand-beaded lace appliqués that float across the English net skirt. This style is also available in a raised neckline for those who want a little more coverage. Our gorgeous 3D floral detail gown, Cruz , is the most amazing statement dress with a hint of pink. This gown is available in the misty mauve shade, which is a lovely soft tone. If you aren’t feeling daring enough to have colour in your wedding gown, then you could opt for a completely plain crepe gown coupled with a statement pink bouquet and bridesmaids’ dresses. This will ensure your hue flows through the theme and you stand out. Bronagh Power Wedding dress specialist www.tdr-bridal.co.uk  8953 by Justin Alexander IT’S SHOWTIME! Q – We’re having a much smaller wedding than we first planned, but we still want impressive entertainment. How can we find the perfect supplier? There are many positives to a more intimate event with just your closest friends and family. Smaller numbers can bring the wow factor with magical entertainment, where every guest is made to feel almost as special as the bride and groom. A magician can provide close-up tricks in between courses as there is generally a more relaxed vibe at a smaller wedding. Everyone gets more time to take it all in and make important memories. Magic is perfect for when the photographs are being taken, as the bride and groom don’t need to feel pressured to hurry back to their guests. Children love magic and do tend to get bored during speeches. Have you considered booking a side room for the youngest ones to hang out? If there are children, organise a short magic show while the speeches take place. Before booking, decide on a budget and inform your supplier so you can discuss your requirements. I have performed at different types of weddings, both in terms of theme and numbers of guests, and I always advise my couples on what will work best for their circumstances. Angus Baskerville Magician www.angusbaskerville.com Cruz by Sottero and Midgley EXPERT ADVICE 65