Your Surrey Wedding- October/November 2020 (Issue 85)

96 Q&A Local experts offer advice on how to look your big-day best Fashion & beauty TURN UP THE HEAT Q – We’re getting married next autumn and have decided to have a red colour scheme. I’d love to incorporate the hue into my make-up, but how can I do this without it being overpowering? I love this time of year. There are so many rich reds, browns and oranges to choose from. There are so many wonderful eye palettes that you could use to incorporate the shade into your make-up. Soft, subtle browns with a pop of rust or copper would look amazing on the eyes. One of my favourites Kohl eyeliners is the Teddy shade by M·A·C Cosmetics. It’s a rich, luxe coppery brown that finishes off a subtle smoky eye perfectly. Amy Lacey Make-up artist www.amylacey.co.uk COLOUR POP Q – I’m thinking of adding a bit of colour to my wedding dress. Do you have any ideas of how I could do this? Many designers are offering styles that are available in traditional ivory as well as warmer tones of blush and nude. This can tie in with your bridesmaids’ colours and the time of year you’re getting married. If an all-over hue isn’t for you, then both belts and jewellery can be used to add that contrast you’re looking for. Don’t forget that your bouquet is also a great way of adding a splash of colour. Lorraine Langridge Dress expert www.bridesvisited.co.uk RUBY RED Q – I want my accessories to reflect our autumn wedding. Do you have any suggestions? Red is a beautiful colour and provided a seasonal shade is selected, it can make your theme look phenomenal. For an autumn wedding, I would choose a colder shade instead of bright versions. Deep red bridesmaids’ dresses and flowers are the most obvious choice and look beautiful against green leafy backgrounds as the sun goes down. If you’re not wearing a coloured wedding dress, you could opt for a sash around your waist, or have one encrusted with red gemstones or appliqué flowers. If you’ve chosen a white gown, look for ivory options as these go well with autumnal colours. A headpiece or floral headband made with flowers is a great option, as there are lots of blooms available in late autumn. Tiaras and metal-finished hair accessories with coloured gemstones are also season-appropriate. Hairpieces and jewellery made from a cluster of gemstones will make you shine as you walk down the aisle. Ruby jewellery for the mother-of-the-bride, hats and dashing bow ties are all excellent ways of incorporating your colour scheme. As always there are things to watch out for. Choose heavier fabrics such as velvet and felt for hats and headbands. Avoid combining too many colours as it may look overdone and lose the effect you’re trying to achieve. Be consistent and use the same fabric and colour throughout your accessories and flowers. It’s also a good idea to ask your guests to avoid wearing reds. Inna Walker Headwear designer www.innawalker.co.uk