THE WRITE STUFF We’re having a spring-themed wedding and want to incorporate the time of year into our stationery. Do you have any ideas? Everyone’s first thought when they think of spring is flowers. Consider what blooms you’re having at your wedding and incorporate the same ones into your wedding stationery, whether it be through the artwork printed on your invitations or flower wreaths encapsulating your names. ❤ You could have a flower wax seal to accessorise your envelope. Tiny flowers or petals can also be dropped into the wax before the wax seal stamp goes in, which looks classy and beautiful. ❤ An envelope liner is a cheap and effective way to inject some personality and luxury into your stationery. I’d suggest a delicate repeat floral pattern to tie in with your theme. ❤ Whether it be soft pastels or fresh greens, the colour that you choose will instantly give you that seasonal feel. As beautiful as the deep maroons and navys of winter are, spring is the time for a light, bright and fresh palette. Pale blues and lilacs are rumoured to be very on tend in 2022. ❤ If you prefer a minimalist design, you can still brighten up your stationery by adding foil, gold and rose gold. ❤ Consider accessorising your on-the-day wedding stationery such as menus and place cards with pampas, eucalyptus, or a flower of your choice. A single piece laid in the blank space of your menu instantly adds a seasonal feel and extra layers to your table layout. Vikki Thomas | Creative director www.paperpatootie.com STYLED TO PERFECTION I have very curly hair that never seems to behave. Do you have any ideas of how I could style it on my big day? Curls can be unpredictable, unruly, and difficult to control, and there are days when your hair probably feels less than enviable. The difference between fighting with your locks and loving them lies within your routine. Embracing your natural curls to create a gorgeous up do is a great option for your big day. The key to controlling your locks is good products that follow your hair’s natural flair. Finding the right products and hairstyles makes managing it so much easier, and makes your hair so much healthier, in turn. You could create a low romantic style leaving out some natural curls to frame your face, or if a high up do is more your thing, then you could do a high up do using a scrunched technique and loosely pin it to the top of your head. There is also the option of smoothing some of the hair out to create a more relaxed style, this can be done by straightening certain areas to relax the look, while still keeping your natural curls within the style. Some of my favourite products are: ❤ Affinage Kitoko Oil Treatment is an intense nourishing oil for all hair types, leaving it soft and silky but not greasy. ❤ Bed Head by Tigi is one of my favourite serums for up dos, it smooths cuticles to tame flyaway hair. ❤ Milk Shake 12 Effects Serum is an intensive treatment, with an amazing 12 effect treatment including heat defence and UV protection. ❤ Milk Shake Whipped Cream is a leave-in conditioning mousse. It’s great for dry hair, but also amazing for curly locks as it has added argan oil which doesn’t leave the curls crispy like normal mousse and helps prevent knots and tangles. ❤ Schwarzkopf Osis Hairspray is a great product as it’s fast-drying, non-sticky, and is easy to brush out. Stacey Williams | Hair stylist www.facebook.com/staceyatnewimage 52
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