54 ACCESSORISE & SHINE Natasha from Natasha Nicole Studio, based in Cardiff, (www.natashanicolestudio.co.uk) shares her top tips for choosing the perfect veil to complement your wedding dress. Full of delicate stitching, beautiful lace and intricate patterns, wedding veils can tell a story and add a burst of personality to your bridal look. Be mindful of the details on your wedding dress. If your dress features embroidery, delicate lace or buttons and beading, make sure these aren’t obscured by your wedding veil. Choosing the right fabric and considering the sheerness of your veil is helpful to ensure your carefully selected dress details can still be seen. Understand different veil lengths and consider the most flattering length for your gown. For instance, considering where your waist sits, where your dress ends, and the fullness of your gown will ensure you choose the perfect width and length for your veil. There are subtle differences in veil lengths that will take your look from pretty to perfect. Consider trends, but don’t be defined by them! There are many wonderful wedding veil trends featuring pearls, bows, florals and colour and while you may find all of them stunning, try to narrow down to one or two styles that reflect your personality. This will make your bridal look more cohesive and elegant. Match the details and colour of your veil to your dress. Delving into the bridal world means that you suddenly realise there isn’t one shade of white or ivory. Choosing the correct colour veil will make your wedding look seamless. Similarly, choose a lace around your veil that reflects the lace on your dress or embroidery on your veil that echoes some of your dress details to bring the two pieces together in harmony. Consider working with a designer to create your wedding veil. Whether through a boutique or an individual wedding veil designer, working with an expert to carefully select the perfect fabric, style and aesthetic will make your veil a true statement piece. You can bring in personalised motifs and symbols in embroidery or choose meaningful flowers or colours that will create a one-of-a-kind piece. CAKE EXPECTATIONS The team at The Cake Cook (www.thecakecook.co.uk) shares their top tips for choosing your dream wedding cake. Wedding cakes were originally symbols of prosperity, luck, and fertility. Today, they remain a key part of wedding ceremonies, with the ‘cutting the cake’ photograph being a ‘must-have’ memory. Whether you opt for a wedding of royal proportions with a sky-scraping extravaganza of a cake or an intimate micro-wedding with your closest circle and a cake to match, your cake maker should help you realise your vision. Your cake maker should get a feel for your personality and style in order to best translate your vision into reality. Rapport is important; you must be confident in all aspects of your cake maker’s abilities and be able to enjoy a good working relationship. Cake makers have preferred decorating styles and most are passionate about their art. Like artists, cakes will differ based on the creator. The artist should be experienced in delivery and set-up. They should also be asking you lots of practical questions to ensure your cake is pristine at your celebration. Ask them lots of questions about their experience and design style, flavours, allergens and special requirements. See where your cake will be made. You must be confident they can deliver a delicious showstopper that reflects your vision. My business comes primarily from word of mouth, but nobody has approached me without first checking out my online reviews and seeing pictures of my work. If you have no specific cake reference point, online is a good place to start. Chat with more than one cake maker and get several estimates. Compare prices on a like-for-like basis by cake size, configuration (tiers), and yield. Decide on the best fit based on your research and instincts. The charging process should be transparent. My first question is always: how many people is the cake required to feed? This determines size and configuration options and allows me to provide an estimate. I have set costs for transportation, set-up, bespoke consultation, design time, and sourcing. Check out the terms and conditions about payment and what happens if things go wrong. Your supplier should remove any stress and be able to accommodate every aspect of your cake requirements. https://megmariphotography.mypixieset.com www.anne-letournel.com
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