HIT THE HEIGHTS I love the big voluminous up dos I’ve seen on Pinterest, but although my hair is long, it’s fine, so I worry this dream is out of my reach. What can you suggest? Alison J. Smith, Bridal Beauty (www.bridalbeauty.co.uk), shares her top tips: “Soft, textured, voluminous up-dos are the dream of many brides and should be achievable if the hair is prepped correctly with the help of a few key products. I like to start with freshly washed hair so I can blow dry with a texture and thickening spray. I then use a mini crimper to crimp the roots and then brush through – already the hair will have more volume. Depending on the style, I may use a curling wand to wave through before putting the hair up. Sometimes, I use clip-in extensions to add more volume and hair pads are great to wrap the hair over when creating voluminous buns. I love to use texture powder on the roots, with backcombing and texture spray, which all helps to support it. The mid-lengths and ends can then be twisted, braided, smoothed, curled, rolled or whatever is required to achieve your dream style before spritzing into place. With the correct scaffolding your fine hair really shouldn’t stop you having a beautiful big up do!” TESTING, TESTING... What should I expect from my wedding make-up trial? Is there anything I need to prepare or bring? Becky Flynn, Makeup by Becky Flynn (www.makeupbybeckyflynn.com), gives us the benefit of her experience: “Your trial is the perfect chance for you and your make-up artist to get to know each other and discuss your wedding day look in detail. Save inspiration photos of looks you love, as well as of yourself wearing make-up so your artist can get an idea of what you’re used to. It’s also helpful to have pictures of your dress, hairstyle, venue, flowers etc so your MUA can build a vision of your entire wedding day. “If you’re planning on having any treatments such as a spray tan or lash extensions, try to have these done for your trial too, as it’s a good way to see it with your make-up and get a feel for it all together. Wear a top of a similar colour to your wedding dress – it’s surprising how much of a difference this can make to the finished look. “Finally, just make sure you have fun and are honest with your make-up artist. If there’s something you don’t love, it can be changed so make sure you communicate and you leave with a look you absolutely adore.” UP, UP AND AWAY I need some ideas for a bridal hairstyle that can be worn up for my elegant late-summer wedding – what can you suggest? Beckie Packham, Beckie’s Bridal Hair (www.beckiesbridalhair.co.uk), shares some words of wisdom: “For a late summer wedding, I’d always suggest a loose up do. At this time of year, we always run the risk of those hot and sticky evenings! When your hair is down and you’re hot, it can make your locks limp, flat and lifeless. Opting for a loose up do gives you the control and elegance that a hair up style offers, while maintaining a soft and romantic bridal look. “This type of style can also be tailored to suit your dress and neckline with ease and even personalised with braids or twists. The tightness of the hair style can also be altered to suit your face shape, personal taste and vibe of your wedding.” Q&A 85
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