Your North West Wedding- June/July 2020 (Issue 62)

57 EXPERT ADVICE Q&A Fashion Local experts offer advice on how to look your big-day best LOVELY IN LACE I love lace and want to incorporate it into my gown. Do you have any suggestions of how I can do this without making the design look old-fashioned? There are several ways you can incorporate lace into your gown without making it look old-fashioned. Take it to a specialist tailor who can create a bespoke lace overlay that attaches to the dress. Not only will it look beautiful but it will also give it a classy look which is very on-trend at the moment. You can even have it made in a different colour if you’d like to add a modern touch. Keep in mind that you’ll have to decide where you want the lace to sit on the dress and how far down you want it to go in advance. If this sounds too daunting, then there are plenty of lace capes that you can wear over the top of your dress. This will give you the option to create two different looks for the ceremony and reception. You can also have matching lace on your veil and request for a spare piece to be wrapped around your bouquet. Roxanne Halenko Dress designer and seamstress www.roxannehalenko.com FASHION GODDESS I want to look on-trend on my big day. What’s fashionable at the moment, and are there any designers I should look out for? Dressing for your wedding day is all about finding a gown that represents your inner style and personality. If you want to take inspiration from the hottest bridal trends, there are some fantastic options out there. ❤ Statement sleeves – there is a wide range for you to choose from including big shoulders, ruffles and detachable puff ball sleeves. This will add drama and edginess to your gown without going too far outside your comfort zone. ❤ Texture, texture, texture – consider all over lace, 3D fabrics, appliqué or a splash of colour. It’s all about combining fabulous fabrics with glorious textures. By mixing and matching, you’ll be able to create a truly bespoke gown with the wow factor. ❤ Capes – these are perfect for brides-to-be who don’t want to wear a veil. The designs are super stylish, romantic and perfect for someone who dares to be different. ❤ Clean lines – timeless and elegant will always be on-trend and at Elisa Belle Bridal, we love simple, clean lines in the most fabulous of fabrics. British designers with an eye for detail and a pursuit for perfection do this best. Our go-to favourites are Caroline Castigliano and Sassi Holford. ❤ Hot designers – Halfpenny London is a brand that’s coveted by the fashion elite and the most fashion- conscious of brides. The designs combine cool with a luxe sensibility, creating innovative, chic dresses and separates for the modern woman. Savin London, whose latest collection is drool-worthy, perfectly blends timeless elegance, craftsmanship and exquisite design that reflects the desires of 21 st -century brides. Lisa Veitch Bridal boutique expert www.elisabellebridal.com 57