Your South Wales Wedding - September/October 2020 (Issue 75)

52 FINDING THE PERFECT WEDDING DRESS Don’t be embarrassed or afraid to say what your budget is. We work with brides to find them a dress they love within their price range. Most shops have sale rails or sample dresses which can offer great savings. The dresses are usually in perfect condition but need to be sold to make room for new stock. If time allows, some boutiques also offer an interest-free payment plan to help spread the cost. Be open-minded when it comes to style. Brides often come in with a fixed idea of the silhouette they want, usually because they’ve fallen in love with a picture in a magazine or on the internet. We see so many brides, all shapes and sizes, so allow us to guide you. We hear so often from curvy ladies that they must have an A-line dress because of their shape, which isn’t true. In the right fitted style, curvy women can totally rock! Wear clothes that are easy to take off for your appointment and please don’t worry about your underwear. A skin-coloured bra is good, but not essential. The most important thing is that you’re comfortable! We’re here to help you, not judge you. You should book your appointment around a year before the wedding. Some gowns can take six months or longer to arrive in store, so this will give you time to try it on and get alterations done. We recommend booking your seamstress once your dress is purchased as they get very busy, especially for summer weddings. If you’re looking for something on trend, look for a fuller dress. Back detailing is also popular, my personal favourite is little covered buttons. Lace is still here too, but brides are loving the secret sparkle layer we have underneath some dresses which adds a subtle twinkle. Brides choosing fitted dresses also love an overskirt which they can wear during the day and remove in the evening revealing two different looks. Jane Scott Wedding dress expert www.jasminerosebridalstudio.co.uk BOOKING YOUR MAKE-UP ARTIST Make sure you do your research. Try looking in magazines, on websites and social media platforms to find a local supplier. Choose an artist that understands your style, requirements and makes you feel comfortable. I always advise my brides to book a trial at least three to four weeks before the big day. Each make-up artist will have their own recommendations and time frames. Some brides choose to have multiple trials, and that’s absolutely fine. If you’ve booked your supplier a few months or years in advance, then I would advise having another trial closer to the big day to ensure you’re on the same page and happy with your look. For your trial, take a few pictures of styles you like to show your artist. All these little details will help them understand your thoughts, favourite shades and be able to tailor your look perfectly. Following the lack of beauty appointments in 2020, I predict next year will be all about glamour. Why not take a statement red lip for the evening party or a glitter eyeshadow? There are lots of different ways to spruce up your look from day to night. Becky Lingham Make-up artist www.beckylingham.com PB108 by Romantica of Devon PH8002 by Envy by Phoenix www.adam drakephotography.co.uk PH9009 by Phoenix Gowns