LOOKING YOUR BEST
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lanning a wedding can be pretty hectic, particularly if you’re working to a tight timetable. It’s easy to get lost in a whirl of colour swatches, to-do lists, spreadsheets and appointments and forget one of the most important things – you; and your other half of course! To enjoy the journey and de-stress the planning process as much as possible, try to let go of the reins, delegate where possible and prioritise the most important things, like being kind to yourself and not sweating the small stuff. Sleepless nights, stress and anxiety are barriers to becoming the relaxed, radiant bride of your dreams so remember to add in some allimportant ‘me-time’.
Local experts on how to look and feel your big-day best
THINKING AHEAD
One of the key priorities on the road to looking and feeling your bridal best, is not leaving things to the last minute. Some things aren’t a quick fix so it pays to put in the groundwork early to get the best results. Do your research, look online, scour wedding magazines and start putting together a moodboard of inspiration; your suppliers will love you for it as it makes their job so much easier if they can share your vision. Matching your look to the style of your venue is another key consideration if you want to achieve a coordinated effect. A good starting point is to focus on the kind of bride you want to be, traditional or alternative, chic and elegant or free-spirited boho. With so much choice, it’s important to find what suits you and your personality so you can still look and feel like you on the big day – just a more glamorous version.
FINDING THE ONE Once the dress is in the bag, everything else can flow from there, from the type of hairstyle you choose, the make-up, jewellery and accessories. Although it’s tempting to start looking straight away, it’s a good idea to know where you’re going to marry first as the type of venue can set the tone for the whole day. If you’re planning to theme your wedding, think about that too and the colour scheme to narrow down the search and avoid getting overwhelmed. Although it helps having an idea of what you want, try not to be too fixed on a specific style as bridal boutique owners and their staff are there to help and have a wealth of experience in helping brides-to-be to find the one. Keep an open mind and you may well be surprised! There’s a wealth of wonderful boutiques in the region, where you can be sure of a warm welcome and a wedding ‘fairy Godmother’ to help guide you. Check out: www.ashtonjaynebridal.com 73
