Makeup for Brides

What look should you consider for makeup? My best advise is to be true to who you are. If you are a minimalist with your daily makeup routine, you may not be comfortable with a full coverage foundation, or dramatic eye shadow. But if you do want more dramatic eyes, or dewy skin, you will have to apply a bit more that your routine application. You can look natural with foundations that are water based, and light in texture. Powder can be long wearing but light in texture to allow your skin to look dewy. Eye shadows can be earth tones, liner can light and smoky, and lashes can be individual clusters. If you do not wear lipstick, gloss is totally acceptable.

A key to the natural look, but with enough drama for the camera, is to blend colors and product well. Avoid anything with too much glitter, frost or shimmer. Bronzers provide a naturally sun kissed look.

On the flip side, if MAC is your favorite store, and you love all the newest shades of Viva Glam, and love long dramatic false lashes, then go for it on your wedding day. Be sure to choose water resistant or water proof products, ensure all is blended well with a equal mix of flat and shimmer products.

Wed in Mexico

I had the great opportunity of spending time in the Riviera Maya. The water is so turquoise! The weather was great, and the sand was white.

If you are a bride thinking of getting married on the beach, or in a wedding gazebo, you would never have any regrets. I spoke with a few brides just after their ceremonies, and they all said the same thing: getting married on the beach was fabulous! If you are thinking this would be a great option, there are a few things to consider. Know that it will be hot, so choose a gown that packs well and is steamlined in design, choose waterproof makeup, and consider an up do as there is always a bit of a breeze from the ocean.

Plan a beachfront private dinner or cocktail party. Or if your group is small, dine in one of the restaurants where food and drinks are included!

Destination weddings at all inclusive resorts are 40% less expensive than home weddings. You and your guests have such a great time swimming, relaxing, and spending time with each other. If you would like any tips on weather proof makeup, hair, gowns or planning your trip, just email me.

Thinking of a Destination Wedding? Tune into CFUN 1410!

For some couples, planning to wed on white sandy beaches with turquoise waters is the definition of happiness! If you are considering a destination wedding, you will definitely want to tune in Sunday, December 7th from 4 to 5 pm on 1410 CFUN am Talk Radio.
Liz and I, "All About Honeymoons" will be appearing on the show
" Travel Pages" with host Jim Bjorkes from CFUN 1410 Talk Radio.
And when I say appearing, I mean you can see this show on your computer!
This is Jim's first "live" streaming show , and we are happy to be participating.
This 60 minutes is going to be packed with information and exciting quests:
*A Sandals V.P. will be with us to talk about the Sandals Resorts in the Caribbean.
*A "soon to be married" couple, Kris and Rokhsan will be talking about their upcoming wedding in Mexico.
* We will be speaking by phone to the wedding coordinator from the Karisma resorts in Mexico.
So tune in on your radio, or see us live Dec 7th on your computer at http://www.vopenhouse.ca/cfun/index.html

The Lovely Lindsay

Every now and again, I will work with a bride who really touches my heart. Lindsay was one of those brides - a lovely person, a great soul and processes a love of life. She married her sweet heart, Larry this August of 2008. Her images were take by Chris + Lynn Photography, and you almost feel like you were there! It was a pleaure to create her wedding day look. I had to stop by Lindsay's the other day, and her bouquet is still in tact, and she is still talking about her fabulous day and wedding pictures...

Say yes to the 2009 Brock House Wedding Show!

If anyone asks you to attend the 2009 Brock house Wedding Show, say yes! This is a must see show for any bride in the throws of wedding planning. This year's show October, 2008 was as always, informative and elegant with great displays of cakes, photographers, hats and veils, wedding jewelry and more. The chefs at the Brock House create the most wonderful appetizers, along with an assortment of wines. The fashion show included gowns from simple and elegant to the Princess bride. The show is produced by Dreamgroup and they truly outdid themselves this year! And what better venue than the heritage home on the beach, the Brock House.

Hair & Makeup by Total Image, Susan
Gowns by Isabelles Bridal &
Caroline Calvert Couture

Hats & Veils by Alice Hart
http://www.alicehart.com/

Great news - I have expanded my business!

I have added another element to my business! Iam now assisting brides planning destination weddings and honeymoons! I have joined forces with a good friend Liz. Our company is called All About Honeymoons, and I invite you to check it out. Maybe you have dreamed of saying your vows on a white sandy beach, with turquoise water, and friends and family close by. We have exclusive contracts with both Canadian and U.S. carriers, and can plan a 7, 10 or 14 day package for you.

We work with the most beautiful all-inclusive resorts in the world. If you would like to talk to us in person, we will be at the Wedding Fair, November 1st and 2nd at Canada Place. See you there!

Lengthy Locks - real, or not...?

You are a bride, planning your wedding. All is falling into place. Except your hair! It won't grow as fast as you'd like, or the hairstyle you absolutely love requires more length or volume than your hair.

So what do you do? It is true that backcombing, jels, and volumizers can add fullness. You can create the "illusion" of length. But maybe you'd like to take it one step more. Why not consider

extensions! And I am talking about the easy ones - the type you simple clip in. Natural hair extensions can be washed, and curled with a sizzling hot curling iron and integrated into your own hair with a few well placed snaps. The cost averages about $200 and comes in a pack of 7 separate extentions. With proper care, they can last forever, and can be used many times after the wedding.

A bride I worked with this August decided she wanted extensions. She is one of the true stunning beauties, but wanted more fullness and length in her bridal style.

The result - breathtaking. When I finished curling her hair, added the extensions, and integrated then together, we all stood back and said, "Wow"! If you would like more information, email me. Her images show the "before" with her own beautiful naturally curly locks, and the "after" with the added extension's.