Your Surrey Wedding- August/September 2020 (Issue 84)

FLOWERS 61 PLANNING SO FINDING THE PERFECT ACCESSORIES After finding your dream dress, the second most important item to think about is your hair accessories. Choose your accessory, style and make-up well in advance to avoid disappointment. If you’re thinking of opting for a metal finish or crystals hairpiece, make sure the metal matches your rings, earrings and necklace. If these are finished in white gold, for instance, then purchase white gold hair accessories to match. These days tiaras are a big trend, after all, if you don’t wear one on your wedding day, when can you wear it?! Feathers and face veils have been popular in the last couple of years. Feathers are very robust, and if you get them wet, they always go back to their original look after they’ve dried. If you’re getting married in autumn or winter, think about including a shawl or faux fur cover. In this case, a silk button hat with delicate silk flowers would complement the look perfectly. Cathedral-length veils aren’t suitable for this time of year as they can get dirty. If you want to create a coordinated and elegant look, this takes time and planning. If your bridesmaids are wearing accessories, don’t leave them until the last minute. You’d be surprised how many ideas and preferences you have to consider when planning someone else’s look. Finally, try as many looks as possible, listen to the advice of people you trust and choose what you like and feels comfortable for you. Keep it simple and stay true to your style. Inna Walker Headwear specialist www.innawalker.co.uk CHOOSING YOUR FLOWERS Think about the season you’re getting married in and try to use flowers and foliage that work well for that time of year. For example, ranunculus and anemones are great for spring, blousy garden flowers are ideal for summer, and mixed foliage and berries are perfect for autumn and winter months. Remember your flowers will be seen in many of your photos, in particular, your bridal bouquet, so their worth prioritising. Sit down with your florist to discuss your needs and budget before booking. A good starting point is your bouquet. It should reflect your style and personality and is a great basis for your other blooms. Match your flowers to your venue, for example, rustic, natural options suit an informal barn, and structured blooms would be more suited to a lavish manor house. Sue Sturges Florist www.brambleandbelle.co.uk www.face book.com/alexandra.glazko.photogra phy