Q&A Beauty Local experts offer advice on how to look your big-day best DARE TO BE DIFFERENT We’re having a black colour scheme at our wedding and I’d like to incorporate the hue into my make-up without it looking too heavy. Do you have any ideas? Shades of black can easily be incorporated with other colours to create a look that you feel comfortable with without being overpowering or heavy. Your makeup and hair should be chosen to reflect your personality and remember, you don’t have to wear heavy make-up to make an impact. A black colour scheme provides a beautiful, dramatic backdrop with a modern, timeless feel. Incorporating your wedding colour scheme into your make-up and hair can really help set off the mood you’re trying to create. The amount of black incorporated will depend on how dramatic the effect is and this can help decide the intensity and shades of the colour you wish to incorporate with your make-up and hair accessories. I often get asked about eyeshadow colours and how to choose the one that’s right for you. This is a personal choice and can vary depending on the occasion. It’s important to understand the relationship that colours have when they are used together to highlight your natural features. It’s important to remember the setting and the amount of natural light your photographer will have. Light can have a profound impact on how your make-up shows up on the camera, so keep that in mind when you have your trial. The colour of the dress, the lighting and the use of lashes and eyeliner can all be used to create the look you want. I always encourage my brides to wear a colour similar to their wedding dress to the trial, so they can see the effect this has on their hair and make-up. Michelle Brooks www.make-upmywedding.co.uk WINTER LUXE I’ve used the same make-up for years and would like something different for my big day. What would you suggest for a winter wedding? Although your wedding is not usually the best time to start trying something wildly different from your regular look, a winter wedding is a great opportunity to play around with some new make-up tones. I would advise booking a make-up trial with your chosen artist; this will give you a chance to discuss your ideas and plan a look that suits your complexion. Richer colours can look beautiful during the winter; think shimmering warm bronze or antique gold eyeshadows. These shades are flattering on most skin tones and look natural while still being a bit different. If you were really wanting to change it up for winter, I would consider a red lip paired with a white dress; this can really make an impact. There is a red shade out there for everyone, from a beautiful berry red to a rich burgundy. Your make-up artist will be able to advise on what tone of red will work in harmony with your skin tone and the colour scheme for your big day. Kirsten Baillie www.kirstenbmakeupartist.com www.laurabeasley.photography www.davidewilliamsphotography.co.uk 74
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