Your North West Wedding- October/November 2020 (Issue 64)

76 Q&A Local experts offer advice on how to look your big-day best Fashion & beauty FALL IN LOVE Q – My hubby-to-be and I are having an October wedding and would love to incorporate seasonal touches into my wedding dress. Do you have any ideas of how I can do this? There are several ways you could add a touch of colour to your bridal gown without going overboard. If you’re planning to wear a veil, you could find a seamstress who will add red lace to the hem. Alternatively, you could opt for a headpiece that ties in with the time of year. Try adding a ribbon or sash around the waist of your gown or look for striking earrings, bracelets or necklaces. My best advice would be to purchase a shawl or over-the-shoulder faux fur in an autumnal shade. This would look amazing and be practical as the weather starts to turn a little cooler. You could also add a red petticoat underneath your dress, so when your photographer takes photos you can show a splash of colour when you twirl or lift your dress. Lastly, don’t forget your shoes! They don’t have to be white or ivory and are a fun way of incorporating your theme. Roxanne Halenko Dress designer and seamstress www.roxannehalenko.com RUBY RED Q – We’re having a red colour scheme, and I’d love to incorporate the hue into my hair and make-up without overdoing it. Do you have any suggestions? Depending on the time of year you’re getting married, red can be a beautiful, vibrant option. For autumnal vibes, deep, bold versions can be used throughout your make-up but look particularly incredible on lips with a simple eye. Alternatively, if you’re having a winter celebration, pair a bright scarlet lip with a little bit of sparkle on the eyes. This colour works best with gold, champagne and neutral shades. For the hue to flow throughout your wedding, my top tip is to take note of the undertone of your items, be it flowers, bridesmaids’ dresses or venue dressing. The undertone is crucial and can be cool with a blue undertone or warm with an orange undertone. Bring a red item that you love to your trial to help guide your artist. If a strong lip or warm smoky eyes isn’t for you, then think about hair accessories. You can add fresh flowers to your locks or go modern with a bridal headband. Be brave, experiment with different looks at your trial and try to imagine how everything will look once it comes together. Daniella Ingle Hair and make-up artist www.daniellamakeuphair.com