Your Surrey Wedding- February / March 2021 (Issue 87)

Q&A Local experts offer advice on how to look your big-day Fashion & Beauty FASHION QUEEN Q – What mother-of-the-bride styles are going to be on trend in 2021? I believe the main trend for 2021 will be softer dressing. The current restrictions and limited numbers for weddings mean clothes are inclined to be less formal. More beautiful gowns are likely to be seen although the classic dress and jacket will always be in style to cover all weathers. Dee Brain Mother-of-the-bride specialist www.serendipityfashions.co.uk THE LATEST TRENDS Q – I want to look on-trend on my big day. What’s popular in the world of hair and make-up? The funny thing about wedding hair and make-up is it’s timeless and rarely falls foul to trends. That being said styles do come and go, but your look should mostly be a reflection of your tastes. Make sure you look the most incredible that you ever have while still looking like you. For example, if you’re not one to wear a bold, bright lipstick or never wear your hair up, then your wedding day isn’t the day to try something new. As a bridal hair and make-up specialist, I work closely with all my brides to create a bespoke look that best represents you and complements everything about your look, from the dress and accessories to your flowers. If you always have a plait in your hair, then you should opt for one on your big day. If you love a dramatic smoky eye, we can create a bridal version with softer bronze and gold. You as a bride isn’t just you on a good day, it’s the most incredible and beautiful version of you that there has ever been. Gemma Warburton Hair and make-up artist www.gemmalouisebridal.com A SMOOTH COMPLEXION Q – How do I choose the right foundation to suit my skin type? The best place to try foundation is on the inside of your wrist, where the skin is the thinnest. If it matches, then the foundation should disappear into the skin, and if you can’t really see it colour wise, then it’s a good match. The texture is something else. If it feels light, smooth and creamy, then you know it won’t show on your face, giving you a lovely look that hides any blemishes. If however you need or want a heavier texture, then you need a slightly thicker foundation. Older ladies benefit from one of the many lifting foundations on the market. The best idea is to leave it to your professional artist, who will go through this with you at the trial stage. Linda Leonard Hair and make-up artist www.lindaleonardhairandmakeup.uk LOVE IS IN THE AIR Q – My mum wants to find a gorgeous outfit for our Valentine’s Day-themed wedding. Do you have any suggestions? A Valentine’s Day theme brings to mind rich red flowers, bridesmaids’ dresses and accessories. If this is the main colour scheme for your wedding, I would suggest your mother wears something to complement instead of matching. A neutral hue such as oyster or gold would be subtle and not too overpowering since red is such a strong colour. If you were thinking of having your bridesmaids in something softer with red accents then your mother could choose red for herself. On the other hand if you’re thinking of choosing pink shades, either an outfit in pink or again in contrasting creams, golds or silvers would work really well. Melita Genziani Mother-of-the-bride specialist www.motherofthebridechobham.co.uk 92