Q&A Beauty Look your big-day best with top expert advice HEAVEN SCENT I’m looking for the perfect perfume for my wedding day. Do you have any suggestions on where to start? Hollie says: When it comes to planning your special day, selecting your ideal wedding perfume will not only complete your outfit, it will also remind you of the big day for years to come. Scents are renowned for triggering memories, so what better way to remember your momentous and unforgettable occasion than through a new scent for your big day? You can, of course, choose whichever fragrance you love. But I’d recommend trying a completely new discovery, something you’ve never worn before. This ensures it has no relation to any previous memory and means the new scent will always transport you back to your wedding. You’ll also want a fragrance that will last throughout the day, so opt for an eau de parfum, which has a higher concentration of fragrance oil (around 25 per cent), which typically makes them stronger and longer lasting. Also, look for such notes as patchouli, white musk, sandalwood, tuberose, vetiver, and freesia as these linger on the skin for longer. Check out Lancôme La Via Est Belle, Barbour Female, Carolina Herrera Good Girl Supreme, Jennifer Lopez Promise, Ghost Orb Of Night and Estée Lauder Beautiful – all great bridal fragrances. Alternatively, if you’re struggling to find the perfect scent match, flirt before you buy with The Fragrance Shop scent addict subscription, and choose a new 8ml fragrance each month for £12. They’re also perfect to carry with you on the big day. Hollie Race | The Fragrance Shop | www.thefragranceshop.co.uk www.gettyimages.co.uk THE MANE EVENT When should I start thinking about booking my hairstylist, and do you have any tips for finding one that’s a perfect fit? Ideally you need to start looking for a supplier as soon as possible for your big day. Hairstylists can get booked up 18 months in advance and if you have your eye on a particular stylist, you’ll need to get in contact with them as soon as possible to ensure they have your date available. When looking for a hairstylist, have a look through their portfolio either on their website or social media pages, wherever they post their most recent work. This will give you an idea of the sort of styles they create. Every supplier will be different, so make sure they have examples of the sort of styles you love. They might have perfected the boho bridal look or they’re a pro at the Hollywood wave. Also have a look through their social media to get a feel for them as a person. They’ll be with you and your crew on the morning of your wedding, so it’s important that you all get along. Robyn Wood | Perfect Silhouette Hairdressing www.perfectsilhouettehairdressing.com ASK THE EXPERTS 67
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