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Here is a selection of Q&As from Your East Anglian Wedding magazine whether it be about flowers, hair and makeup, fashion, wedding themes, health & beauty, cakes, stationery, legal advice. If you would like your question answered by our experts, please email it to editor@youreastanglian.wedding
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Dressed To Impress
| Q | I'm nervous about my first bridal appointment. What can I expect, and what should I take with me? |
| A | Michelle Tinsley says: First off, it is completely normal to be nervous. It's such a huge thing for a bride to find her dress, but your nerves should be mixed with excitement too! I make it my priority to chat with my brides about their wedding, to try and alleviate some of those nerves and get a feel of what style they might like. Most brides come in with no idea of what they like, and that is absolutely fine! Your stylist is with you, part of your bride tribe now, and they will use their judgement and experience to help guide you through dresses until you find the one. There are only two things that are essential to take with you for your bridal appointment. Firstly, whoever you need to be there to help you say yes to the dress. If you want your nan's approval, make sure she's there! Whoever it is, ensure you bring them along on the day. Secondly, keep an open mind – your stylist knows what they're doing! If you wanted, there are some items which you might like to bring, but they're not that important at this point: •Shoes similar to those that you'd like to wear on the day. •Any jewellery or accessories that you know you'll be wearing with your dress. •Nude underwear, especially if you're thinking of a fitted dress. •A hair clip is usually handy to pop your hair up and out the way whilst you're trying on lots of dresses. Remember to just enjoy the experience, regardless of whether you find the dress or not. Ensure you take something away from every single appointment, whether that's a particular shape or colour or neckline that you like. Then you begin to narrow your search down to find the one. |
Michelle Tinsley, Lily Francis Bridal
Seasonal style
| Q | What wedding dress styles are great for autumn to look and feel great? |
| A | Anna Hare says: Our autumn and winter brides love a little something over their shoulders and often opt for a sleeve. They are really on trend right now and whether it be simple and fitted, blousy with a button cuff or short and sweet, there are a huge variety of gowns with a sleeve option, some of which are detachable to give you a different look for the evening. Capes are another must-have accessory for autumn and winter weddings that will be hot for 2023 brides. They come in all manner of styles and designs to suit you and your dream gown. From full-length embellished sparkle to dramatic shoulder pads and elegant silhouettes, there is a cape for every bride, so don't be afraid to experiment and really up your bridal game! |
Anna Hare, Pure Brides
Finding the one
| Q | What type of dress and accessories work well for spring weddings to reflect the season? |
| A | Vicky Parfitt says: Foral gowns are great for this time of year. Currently we're also seeing designs incorporating lace with a botanical feel such as the Lenovia by Gino Cerruti dress (pictured). We stock this lovely dress and the lace looks like cherry blossom. Lightweight, floaty chiffon gowns are also ideal for a lovely light and airy feel and you can add seasonal touches with accessories such as a veil with floral embroidery, a belt or tiara with a flower design. Add spring blooms or daisies to your hair or bouquet to complete the look. |
Vicky Parfitt, Lucky Sixpence Bridal
Hot pants
| Q | I will be starting the hunt for my dream dress in the new year. What are the latest styles and designs to look out for? |
| A | Tiffany Crosson-Smith says: Over the last two years Covid has brought changes to the wedding industry with many couples having to ditch large-scale celebrations for more intimate affairs. This has seen bridal fashion take a different direction, which I don't expect to change in the coming year. Two-piece bridal outfits have been on the rise and are likely to be a big hit in 2022. This allows brides to create different looks throughout the day and change elements to suit each part. They may want a modest, covered look for the ceremony and then style it up for the evening party. A simple top change or switching a skirt for trousers in the evening is a great way to mix things up. Speaking of trousers, bridal pantsuits have been a huge hit in 2021 and orders are coming in fast for 2022 weddings. Brides are opting for comfort with a sleek modern edge, whether it's tailored satin trousers or a wide-leg flare, you can't beat the freedom and movement on your wedding day! You can still have the classic bridal look too, either with a gorgeous cathedral veil or a detachable skirt or train. For all you boho lovers, don't worry, this trend is not going anywhere and will definitely still be around in 2022. The perfect fit for smaller weddings, they can also look fab for a more lavish affair; great for beach weddings too. |
Tiffany Crosson-Smith, Tatty's Original
