Your Surrey Wedding- Page number 87 - June/July 2021 (Issue 89)

FLOWERS 87 LOOKING YOUR B ST MEET HAIR AND MAKE-UP ARTIST GEMMA WARBURTON FROM GEMMA LOUISE BRIDAL 07983 349 384 | www.gemmalouisebridal.com | @gemmalouisebridal Q – Tell us about your company. We specialise in weddings but aim to provide top quality hair and make-up for everyone. Although I, as well as the artists I work with, are trained in all aspects of hair and make-up, the thing I love the most is enhancement. It’s amazing how a few tweaks and clever tricks can make someone feel the most incredible and beautiful version of themselves. Everyone deserves to feel special on their big day, and that’s my goal! Q – What services do you offer couples? I offer brides and their parties all aspects of hair and make-up as well as being there in the run-up to the day if they need any advice. I’m also a hairdresser working out of a salon in Cranleigh, so I can assist with any cuts and colours. Q – How long before the wedding should couples book? Get in touch as soon as you have a date if you know you want to book me for your big day as my diary fills up fast. I also recommend brides having a trial three to six months before the wedding. Q – What’s your favourite part of the job? I honestly don’t have a favourite part. People ask me all the time if I prefer hair or make-up, and the answer is that I love both. Although having said that, once the bride puts her dress on and sees herself for the first time, it’s pretty amazing. It never fails to make me well up and is such a magical moment. Q – Do you have any top tips for couples looking for a make-up artist? Decide what matters most to you and set your budget accordingly. Sometimes it’s very easy to get lost in the vast options and forget that it’s all about you. There are no right or wrong decisions because it will be the most incredible day of your lives, come what may. MEET DEE BRAIN FROM MOTHER-OF-THE- BRIDE BOUTIQUE SERENDIPITY FASHIONS 01483 577 475 | www.serendipityfashions.co.uk @serendipitychilworth Q – Tell us about your company? Serendipity Fashions began in 1988 with a sell-out fashion show at the Ben Travers Theatre, Charterhouse, with all proceeds going to CRC. The shop opened in Chilworth, and three years later, we bought out the bridal shop next door as we needed the extra space. For many years the Serendipity Charity Fashion Show was a big event, always selling out and raising large amounts for charity, and I was awarded The Mayors Award for services to the community. Q – What services do you offer? We specialise in occasion wear for mother-of-the-bride/groom, guests and social events such as Ascot and visits to the Palace but also offer a full range of separates for everyday wear. Q – How long before the wedding should mother-of-the-brides/ grooms get in touch? In a normal year, they should shop months ahead to get the best choice of sizes and styles. For a summer wedding, this would be straight after Christmas. Mums often get caught out by waiting for the causal wear to arrive in stores. Q – What’s your favourite part of the job? My favourite part of the job is in helping women to look their best. Especially for such an important occasion as their son or daughter’s wedding. 991656 by Veni Infantino 71015 by Condici