Q&A Fashion & Beauty Local experts offer advice on how to look your big-day best HAIR CARE HERO I want to do something creative with my long, straight hair for my wedding, but I’m not sure what style to go for. Do you have any suggestions? Consider a big, bouncy blowout or curls worn over to the side to lift the root area around your face. You could even pin pieces away from your face to add a creative touch to your look. Finish with accessories such as a pearl hair band or hair pieces to add additional pops of colour. We recommend preparing the hair with the Redken Acidic Color Gloss Range, blow drying with the Redken Root Lifting Spray and Touchable Texture for maximum volume, followed by pin curling to create long-lasting, elegant curls. Finish with Max Hold Hair Spray and Powder Grip to ensure longevity for the big day. Georgia – Wedding specialist at Michelle Marshall Salon www.michellemarshallsalon.co.uk SEARCHING FOR THE ONE I want to start looking for a wedding dress, but I’m looking to lose weight. What advice can you give me? First of all, congratulations on your upcoming wedding! It’s completely normal to want to look and feel your best on your wedding day. If you find the right dress, you will look and feel incredible, whatever your shape or size. Keep in mind that designers now produce dresses for everyone; the same wedding dress in a size 8 and a size 18 will look equally beautiful and flattering. So consider trying on some dresses first rather than focusing on your weight or body shape. But if this is something you feel strongly about, then here are a few tips to help you as you embark on your weight loss journey while also searching for your dream wedding dress: Set goals: It’s important to set realistic and achievable weight loss goals. Start early: Give yourself plenty of time to reach your weight-loss goals before your wedding day. This will help alleviate any stress or pressure and give you enough time to find the perfect dress. Focus on overall health: Instead of solely focusing on the number on the scale, prioritise your overall health and well-being. Incorporate a balanced diet, regular exercise and plenty of rest into your routine. Stay positive and patient: Remember that healthy weight loss takes time and effort. Stay positive and patient with yourself throughout the process. Consider alterations: When shopping for your wedding dress, keep in mind that most gowns can be altered to fit your changing body shape. Work with a skilled seamstress to ensure that your dress fits perfectly on your wedding day. Ultimately, the most important thing is to feel confident and beautiful on your wedding day, regardless of your weight. Focus on taking care of yourself and enjoying the journey leading up to your special day. Yasmine John www.bridalboutiquecrickhowell.com Asmara by Pronovias 76
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