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We
know that most weddings take place in
spring and early summer, with the most popular month to
tie the knot
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June, but many people do choose to marry in winter
despite the weather. After all, in our climate we
can't always guarantee a lovely sunny day in August.
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There's
no doubt about it though, it is sometimes harder to look
your best when the colder months come. Although you may
still have the remains of a tan, hair is likely to have
suffered during the summer and the switching on of central
heating can cause hair and skin to become dry.
If you
are planning a winter wedding, do start
your hair and beauty routine now. Extra moisturisation can
keep hair and skin looking good and even possibly taking
a supplement can help - you don't want to be down with flu
on your big day.
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Unfortunately,
planning a wedding can be extremely stressful, which will
play havoc with your looks, so do try to be as organised
as you can be about your overall 'look' for the day. It
is worth having several 'practice' sessions with your
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before the big day - that way you'll be able to choose
a style your happy with and your stylist will be familiar
with. She will need to experiment in advance with hairpieces,
headdresses etc especially if you intend to wear fresh
flowers in your hair. Your florist may be able to make
a 'mock-up' of your actual arrangement so that your stylist
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It's always wise to have any cutting done a week or so in advance
so you have time to adjust, and don't go for anything too radical
- now is definitely not the time to find out whether a close-crop
would suit you!
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Get hair in good shape with pre-wash conditioners - we love
Philip Kingsley's - and try to limit use of products such as
mousse as these can cause build up.
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Don't
forget your bridesmaids or attendants. Whilst
we don't want them to outshine the bride, of course, they
will feel more confident and therefore more able to assist
you on the day, if their styling and make-up are equally
well rehearsed. Arrange an en-masse visit to the salon
so that the stylist can assess their hair type and advise
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Many
brides are now hiring in a beauty consultant to do the
make-up for all involved and it's an excellent idea if
you can. She will bring her own products and will be far
less nervous than anyone else on the day! If this is not
an option then make sure you are really organised before
hand. Lay out your products on a tray with baby wipes,
tissues etc with your favourite brushes - you will be
too busy to go in search of that make-up sponge you like,
or the lipstick that tones with your blusher. If you really
fancy a whole new look for the day, go to a department
store consultant for a makeover. This is a good way to
try new looks week in advance and costs relatively little.
Make sure you let her know what the weather is likely
to be like and what your accent colours are - these are
often very different from the pastels used in summer weddings.
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If
you are carrying a deep coloured
bouquet or are having deep roses near the face you
may want to deepen your lip colour for instance. |
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Foundation and blusher almost needs changing for winter and
as many brides still wear stark white, very careful colours
need to be chosen to avoid a 'washed-out' look.
If you're not a regular salon user then try to find a salon
or stylist who specialise in 'wedding' hair, there are lots
to choose from in all areas or get a friend to recommend one
if you like her particular style.
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And
remember, you may need to gently remind your future 'other
half' that you would not be pleased to see the males in
the party looking overgrown - check that he's got a trip
to the barbers firmly in the diary too!
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