ADDING THE FINISHING TOUCH Shopping for wedding attire can be a minefield. Is there a theme to the event? Will the weather impact your choice of outfit? How big is too big when it comes to hats? A headpiece is the finishing touch to any outfit. Not just that but that everyone can pull a hat off – you just need to choose one that suits your face shape. How to work out your face shape… Knowing your face shape gives you the best chance of selecting your perfect hat - one that enhances your features, bringing total balance to your face. Spend some time simply looking in the mirror and getting to know the contours and shape of your face. • Round – You should try experimenting with a fedora, trilby, or a tall, decorative fascinator. These types of hats are fun, on-trend and add a certain height to your face. And, don’t forget a beanie set to the back of your head will give you that wow-factor! • Square – Why not experiment with cloche, bucket and bowler hats as well as a beanie or beret? In fact, you can wear any type of hat. Vintage or contemporary that adds a little roundness to your face shape. • Oval – Lucky you! You can spend hours experimenting with almost any type of hat - from floppy to bowler, cloche to beret, the hat world is truly your oyster! • Heart – You can also try out most hat types. It may be an idea to avoid wide brims and focus on cloche and bucket hats as they balance your features with striking effect! You’ll also be amazed at how good you look in a casual baseball cap or super thin beanie. • Rectangular – Check out cowboy and trapper hats. You’ll also look great in a sun or straw hat or any with a wide brim. My main tip is that picking a hat should be fun. After all, in the words of Philip Treacy, “how a hat makes you feel is what a hat is all about”. Katherine Elizabeth | Katherine Elizabeth Hats www.katherineelizabethhats.com WHAT TO ASK WHEN SEARCHING FOR A PHOTOGRAPHER… Do you have insurance? When hiring a wedding photographer ensure they have public liability insurance for the un-expected – from the photographer bumping into a guest with their lens or someone tripping over their tripod. What style/s do you specialise in? Work out the style of photography that you want and be sure that the photographer is a good fit. Do you want styled couple portraits or natural reportage images throughout your day. How many weddings have you shot? Don’t be embarrassed to ask. You’re placing your trust and faith into someone to capture every special moment. Make sure they have a wealth of knowledge and experience. How many hours are included in a full day’s coverage? Most weddings over-run! How much would it cost for an additional hour? I’ve seen photographers leave before the first dance when their time was up. Don’t let this happen to you. Do you bring a second photographer? Consider a second photographer to shoot from interesting angles and capture emotions that just the one couldn’t. What do you love about what you do? This may sound like an odd question, but it’s a crucial one. You want to make sure the person who shoots your wedding is as excited about your day as you are, and this isn’t just a job to them. Can I view some previous weddings? I’d suggest viewing two or three full weddings, not just their signature images on their website. You want to make sure they can capture every part of a wedding day from bride and groom preparation to the very last dance. Questions to ask yourself: • Do I feel a positive connection with this photographer? • Am I comfortable and confident with this person’s work? • Has this photographer listened well and addressed all my concerns? • Do I trust this person to capture the biggest day of my life? Edwin Marcow | Edwin Marcow Photography www.edwinmarcow.com 83 PLANNING SOS
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