Your South Wales Wedding - July/August 2020 (Issue 74)

80 Q&A Fashion & Beauty Local experts offer advice on how to look your big-day best 80 ABSOLUTELY FLAWLESS Q – I have very dry skin, which tends to make my foundation look like its been caked on rather than smoothly applied. How can I ensure my wedding look is flawless? I know exactly how this feels. Dry skin can also be sensitive, so it’s important we take special care of it, especially on your wedding day. Chat to your make-up artist about any skin problems you may have during your trial. This is the perfect time to find a solution that works for you. I always discuss with brides their daily routine, so I can provide information on how to improve any imperfections to ensure you look perfect and feel confident on your day. Maya Jasinska Make-up artist www.loxushairandmakeup.com CHIC AND SOPHISTICATED Q – My mum wants to wear something age-appropriate for my wedding while still looking stylish and sexy. Do you have any ideas? Ladies, there is no age limit when it comes to dressing sexy. To all you soon-to-be mother-of-the-brides and grooms, please don’t feel you have to comply with the uniform dress and jacket. It’s important, however, to strike the right balance. Take some inspiration from red-carpet icons that are living proof of sexy beyond 60 such as Mery Streep, Jane Fonda, Helen Mirren and Diana Ross, to name just a few. They achieve this fabulous look with body sculpting dresses that embrace the hourglass silhouette. Incorporating a Bardot neckline will also help your mum embrace the latest trends and create a more dressy feel without the need for a jacket. Bold block colours, cut-outs, tailoring, metallics and leathers can also add a luxurious feel to a simple fitted number. It’s not all about sculpting the body, if your mum has more of a pear figure, then fit and flare styles that hug the hips and fall away into flowing skirts are a great way to wear the latest catwalk looks. Light, lace sleeves are also great for arm coverage leaving her feeling confident and desirable. Let us not forget the accessories! Nothing screams sexy like a stiletto. For those summer months, a barley-there sandal or strappy encased high heel is extremely stylish and alluring. We advise our clients to remain classic and timeless, but that’s doesn’t mean your mum can’t look fabulous and on-trend on your big day. Coryn Emma Mother-of-the-bride expert www.baroqueboutique.co.uk baterandstreet.com HAIR CARE HERO Q – I’m having an outdoor wedding next year and want a hairstyle that will complement our nature theme. Do you have any suggestions? I love an outdoor wedding! I would choose something soft and natural such as all down or a half up do. A very soft brushed out curl or loose wave would also suit your theme perfectly. Wear flowers in your hair instead of jewellery. Flower crowns look stunning, but if you want something more subtle, then a comb with blooms attached is a great alternative. Zoe Williams Hair stylist www.facebook.com/ zoewilliamshairstylist1