Your Kent Wedding - Nov/Dec 2019 (Issue 87)

THE NEW WAVE What’s hot in wedding hair at the moment? Angela says: The effortless up do is a trending classic. Picture perfectly undone hair softly pulled back with a middle part and soft tendrils framing the face. Another top look is the romantic wave. The variations of this style are endless from polished low set Hollywood waves to textured and voluminous messy waves with boho appeal. Alternatively, if you’re after the best of both worlds, you can’t go wrong with a half up half down style. RKW Hair | rkwhair.com HAIR HAIR HACK Confirm the bridal party schedule and brief the bride tribe so there’s no confusion about who goes first.” – Angela Williams, rkwhair.com HAIR HACK “If you’re planning an up-do, have a small maintenance trim 6-8 weeks before, to ensure maximum length.” – Suzi Fish, tropicbysuzifish.com vickilordhair.com Image courtesy of Lorraine Lewis SAY YES TO THE HAIR There are so many lovely bridal hairstyles. How do I choose the right one for me? Vicki says: Factors such as face shape, hair texture, dress neckline and wedding theme are all important considerations. So, a consultation with your hair stylist is paramount. If you have a square jawline you’ll want to avoid a style with more volume on the sides as it will make your face look wider than it is. On the other hand if you have an oval face, a high style will make your face appear too long. The dress is also vital to the decision-making process as it’s important to focus on the overall silhouette you’re creating. If you’re petite and have a princess dress, wearing your hair down will create a triangle shape. So, in this case I’d advise wearing your hair up high to elongate the body. Vicki Lord Hair | vickilordhair.com For more tip tops and advice from our local experts head over to yourkent.wedding HAIR HACK “Double check how your hair should be prepped before your hairstylist arrives as it’s normally best to wash your hair the night before.” – Angela Williams, rkwhair.com duntonsphotography.co.uk BEAUTY COUNTDOWN How can I look after my skin to make sure it’s healthy and glowing on the big day? Suzi says: Start thinking about your wedding day skin three to six months in advance. During this time it’s a good idea to start incorporating some extra skin-boosting foods into your daily routine. One of the easiest ways to do this is by drinking a green juice or berry smoothie each morning. Not only will these health drinks give your skin an incredible glow, but all those antioxidant rich nutrients will help your body cope with any stresses that wedding planning may throw at you. Empowering Natural Beauty | tropicbysuzifish.com TANXIETY I’d really like a spray tan for my wedding, but I’m nervous about it going wrong or ruining my dress. Do you have any tips? Roby says: Choose your therapist wisely – you don’t want orange hands and feet! The reason for a spray tan not being perfect can be down to the training. Look for product specific accreditations to be sure your therapist understands the tan they’re using and how it works. At Wilmington Therapy we’re trained and certified by Sienna X, one of the most natural-looking tans on the market. Although it’s a common concern that your tan will run down your dress, don’t worry. You may get a small amount of staining, but it’s no different from wearing any other clothing and your dress certainly won’t be ruined. The key to a good tan is preparation. Ensure you’ve done a thorough body scrub with an oil free exfoliant 24 hours before you go and don’t use any moisturisers or deodorant from that point as they create a barrier leading to a patchy tan. Wilmington Therapy | @EuthaliaBeauty 115 BEAUTY FEATURE