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| 24th February 2012 |
| Hidden beauty |
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Veils are the cherry on the top of the whole bridal ensemble, and there's a special design to suit everyone
Style to suit
The variety of veils on offer is endless; do you opt for one with subtle sparkle to catch the light, one scattered with pearls or crystals, or something plainer? And then there's the length; should it be long, medium or short and how many tiers is too many? Here, Sharon Bradford from The Bridal Room offers her top tips to help navigate you through the daunting task of choosing the perfect veil.
1 Choose your dress first. You need to take into account the style and detail of the gown you have chosen. The simpler the design, the more elaborately decorated your veil can be, whereas a more detailed ornate dress calls for a plainer style.
2 Don't choose a veil that cuts across any details at the back of your dress. The veil should finish below the embellishment.
3 Choose a veil that is the same shade as your gown. It should enahnce the dress, not clash with it.
4 Petite brides should try to avoid fingertip veils that usually end mid-thigh, as this would make them appear shorter by visually cutting their legs in half.
5 Two-tiered veils suit most brides because they are fuller and will frame your face on both sides.
6 An elbow length veil perfectly complements a dress with a full-skirt.
7 Long veils are very much back in style. A floor or cathedral length veil can create a romantic look.
8 Try on lots of different lengths and fabrics - your bridal shop should be happy for you to try on all of their veils.
To read on see page 91 of the current issue. |
| Hot topic: A touch of nostalgia |
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Blending themes
Q - I was inclined to go for a '60s-inspired celebration, but after having been to a friend's 1920s vintage-themed wedding, I've been inspired by the look and can't make up my mind which style to go with. How can we decide?
A - Suzanne Prout says: Sit down and work out exactly what you like about each theme. Cut out pictures from magazines and create a design board - this will help you see whether your ideas work together. Then, looking at your budget and the time you have available to plan your wedding, make a list of 'must-have' items. Before you start sourcing individual items, make sure you have the big things, such as your reception venue and wedding dress, as they will influence the overall look of the day. Consider hiring a village hall for your reception venue - this would fit your theme perfectly and leave you with plenty of scope to style it as you wish. Once you have found your dress, you can then begin to source the rest of the items on your list. |
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Well, it's official - I'm a newlywed! And I'm happy to report our big day was worth the hours of blood, sweat and tears that went into making it a celebration to remember. The
day before the wedding didn't go quite as smoothly however; one of my bridesmaids went into labour, our car broke down and the weather took a dramatic turn for the worse. However, as I awoke to rather ominous skies on the morning of our nuptials, I felt a surreal sense of calm and the realisation that it was all going to be OK - as long as Gary and I made it to aisle to say 'I do', everything else would fall into place. And it did - my new husband and I were beaming from start to finish.
I want to say a big thank you to everyone who has written in with helpful hints and tips over the past few months, you definitely gave me the insight to step back during the day and take it all in. And the best part of the day? Marrying the man of my dreams. As cliched as that might sound, it really made the whole day what it was.
Enjoy!
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| Louise Prance, Editor |
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| Win a makeover for your big day worth £720 |
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Get the perfect look for yourself and the girls with a beauty makeover, courtesy of Sarah Barlex
Looking her best on her wedding day is what every bride-to-be strives for, particularly when it comes to hair and make-up. And it's a matter of finding the right person to create a style and look that suits the bride's personality, while also enhancing her natural beauty.
There are so many hair and make-up styles to choose from and the help and advice of a professional artist such as Sarah Barlex can make all the difference. The beauty guru has been in the business for eight years and provides a complete grooming package for the bride and her party. "I love the whole process - getting to know the bride-to-be before the big day and helping to achieve a look that's perfect for her," she says. "Making her feel beautiful, happy and relaxed is my ultimate goal and I feel privileged to be part of such an important day.
"Up, down, straight, curly, twist, pleat or bun; the hair options are endless - which one will suit you and your hair type? Are you wearing a veil, tiara, hair piece? These are just some of the things a bride needs to consider, and we will work together to complete the look."
Sarah also offers a Girls' Slumber Party package, which includes a luxury facial (cleanse, tone, exfoliation, face mask and moisturise) and hand massage and treatment, or a Girls' Night Out Party package, to include a full facial (excluding face mask) and makeover.
To find out more, call Sarah on 07901 735 778 or visit www.fairoak.eu
We've teamed up with Sarah Barlex to offer readers the chance to win a beauty package worth £720. The package includes:
- Hair and make-up consultation for the bride-to-be, three bridesmaids and the mother-of-the-bride.
- Hair, make-up and nails on the day for the bride, three bridesmaids and mother-of-the-bride.
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| Call of duty |
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A beautiful setting in the New Forest and a vintage-inspired celebration made Jo and Dan's big day truly memorable
Jo and Dan, both police officers, first met in 2007 while in the call of duty when they arrived at the scene of a road traffic accident. The couple's first date was at The Vine Inn at Ower, where they had initially planned to go for one drink. "The evening went very well, and we ended up talking all night," recalls Jo.
The couple got engaged three years after their fateful meeting, "Dan popped the question on 7th September, 2010, the day we moved house. He got down on one knee
minutes after walking through the door and presented me with a ring it was a complete surprise," says Jo.
For her hen do, Jo and 12 friends and family members spent a day at Butlins in Bognor Regis enjoying the spa, before heading onto Gun Wharf Quays in Portsmouth for dinner and drinks. Meanwhile Dan went to Bournemouth for two nights with 14 of his friends. "He suffered a slight leg injury while trying to pole dance!" laughs Jo.
They got married in Romsey Abbey with a reception to follow in Forest Lodge Hotel. To read more about this wedding, turn to page 33 of this month's issue. |
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Romancing in Brazil
Ponta Dos Ganchos, Brazil's most exclusive resort, was recently granted an ISO 14000 certification, the most rigorous internationally recognised standard for environmental and sustainable management. This well-deserved recognition is the result of the resort's efforts for the last 10 years - from growing its own organic fruits and vegetables for use in the gourmet restaurants to using award-winning green roofs. "It is a victory for us and future generations of our village and the planet," says managing director Nicolas Peluffo.
Ponta Dos Ganchos is located on a private peninsula surrounded by a fishing village along the Emerald Coast. It is popular with visitors who prefer laid-back elegance and seclusion, made more desirable by a spa with hilltop cabanas, 25 private rustic-chic bungalows with fireplaces, wooden decks with sea views, saunas and Jacuzzis, and of course, a choice of gourmet restaurants. Accommodation rates start from BRL 1250 (£447) per room per night, including all meals based on two sharing.
For bookings and information call +55 48 32625000 or visit www.pontadosganchos.com. |
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