Your Sussex Wedding - Page number 92 - October/November 2021 (Issue 93)

Q&A Fashion and beauty Look and feel your big-day best with help from the professionals A FLASH IN THE PAN I’ve noticed in photos that my complexion always looks so pale! I’m worried about this happening in our wedding shots. What’s the reason for this, and can my make-up artist correct this? Sarah says: Don’t worry, this can certainly be avoided. To make sure your make-up looks just as perfect in photos, you need to avoid products containing high quantities of zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. This is what causes the flashback in photos. These two ingredients are minerals, commonly found in face powders and foundations, used to protect your skin from UV rays. It’s important to protect your skin so don’t skip the SPF entirely, instead look for a chemical sun protection and pair this with a foundation containing either low or no SPF. Your make-up artist will have a kit that’s suitable for photography, but always discuss any concerns you have at your trial appointment to put your mind at rest. ALL THINGS BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL I’ve chosen a bright and bold colour palette for the big day. How could my make-up complement this while still looking beautifully bridal? Claire says: My advice would be to go for a statement lip, keeping the complexion clean and eye make-up minimal. This way, your lips will really pop in photos, but the overall look won’t appear over done. For a harmonious look, it’s essential to choose a shade that suits your colouring as well as one that works well with your wedding palette. So, pick out just one of your colours and match your lipstick to it. Corals, reds and bold pinks would all work well and there’s usually a hue out there to suit most people. As a general rule, opt for a shade with a blue undertone if your colouring is cool. This is likely the case if you have ashy blonde, brown or black hair with cool grey, green or blue eyes and skin with pink or blue undertones. Alternatively, seek out a warmer hue with a yellow undertone if your colouring is warm. Here, your hair will be auburn, chestnut or honey blonde with warm green or brown eyes, and your skin has peach or olive undertones. CONTACT OUR EXPERTS Claire Reed , www.thebeautyninjas.co.uk | S arah Best , www.sarahelizabethhairandmakeup.com | D ebbie Norley , www.rosedenebridal.co.uk SUPPORT NETWORK I have a very full bust, whereas my partner worries about her smaller bust. What styles will suit us and how can we get the right support? Debbie says: Such a dilemma... Many find their big boobs a nuisance, whereas some with a smaller bust may worry that they don’t feel sexy enough. So, for a larger bust try a V-neck dress or halter-neck as this style will both support and flatter. Your partner on the other hand, should find that off-the-shoulder silhouettes, as well as sweetheart necklines, look stunning on her. She could also ask for bridal push ups, which are shaped foam fillers sewn into the dress to fill up the bustline where it counts. 92