Greek Goddess Bride Style

Choosing your 'look' for your wedding day can be difficult, particularly if you're anything like me, and your normal look is pretty thrown together. With two wedding days to plan, I was lucky enough to try two different bridal styles, although both ended up pretty similar {hair up, hair down!}. Whether you're thinking sleek and sexy, or boho and feminine, consider this gorgeous Grecian bride style. With a simple bouquet of olive branches, and an elegant leafy crown, plus a divine Samuelle Couture wedding gown, you're good to go - no need even for shoes! Fabulous styling by Kelly Oshiro, incredible pictures by the lovely Jose Villa.

 

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Wedding Beauty Preparation: Do’s and Don’ts

{Posting by Julia Bowden, Before the Big Day's Hair & Make-up Expert} Any wedding lead up is stressful. How's yours ticking along? So many things to remember, and I bet you have lists coming out of your ears. That's why this week I thought I'd take one task off your hands and create your very own Wedding Beauty Do's and Don'ts Check List. It's sure to keep you on the straight and narrow as you prepare to walk up the aisle.

{Photo Credit} Julia's make-up brushes!

DO
Have lots of make-up trials at beauty counters. Whether you’re doing your own wedding make-up or hiring a professional, this will freshen up your product knowledge, and help you understand what looks and feels right and wrong. Why not get a trial at MAC, Bobbi Brown, Estée Lauder, Lancôme or Laura Mercier? Often you can redeem the cost of your wedding make-over against product purchases.

DON'T

Use products on your wedding morning that you haven't practiced or trialled first. You're risking allergy, colour, and comfort issues on your wedding day.

DO
Get a wedding make-up trial {if you’re going with a professional}, as close to your wedding day as you can. There's no point having a trial a year in advance, as the look won't be fresh in your mind. You want to be able to discuss any last minute changes with your wedding make-up artist with confidence.

DON'T

Try a crazy new make-up look for your wedding day. It's great to experiment, but make sure you feel comfortable with the look you have chosen. On their wedding day, brides should look like a more polished and shiny version of themselves, NOT like someone completely different.

DO
Experiment with professional brow shaping and lash implants two to three months before your big day. This means you'l have time for re-growth or tweaking if anything doesn't go to plan first time.

DON'T

Get a fake tan a few days before for your wedding day. As with brows and lashes – experiment a few months in advance so you know exactly how you look, with fake sun-kissed skin.

{Photo Credit} Wedding Hair & wedding make-up by Julia Bowden Weddings

DO
Leave plenty of time on your wedding morning. Your make-up artist should plan this with you, but if you're doing your own wedding make-up you can never underestimate how quickly time passes on a wedding morning. Allow 2 hours for your hair and make-up, and an hour each for mothers and bridesmaids. This way you are bound to have some contingency time. Always aim to be ready and in your dress 30 minutes before you are meant to leave for the ceremony.

DON'T

Worry if you feel caked in make-up and you're not used to it! No-one is going to be studying your face up close, it's all about the overall look – and you need those extra touches to make you stand out in photos.

DO
Think about the time of year and the setting. Summer or winter, indoor or outdoor – make-up can be tailormade to suit. For example, a candlelit wedding would suit a more dramatic sparkling look, whereas bright summer sunshine requires softer wedding make-up.

DON’T
Squeeze any spots, or go for facials a few days before the wedding. Your wedding make-up artist will be very experienced in covering blemishes, so leave it to the expert. Facials are great but can drag out the impurities, so you may end up making your skin temporarily worse.

DO
Create your very own bridal beauty scrap book. Once you start it'll become addictive, and you’ll soon learn exactly the kind of wedding make-up and wedding hair you like. This will also helpyour wedding make-up artists at the trial stages. Take a look at Pinterest – it's an online scrapbook with thousands of wedding ideas.

{Photo Credit} Funky Photographers

DO
Get a touch up kit for the day - foundation, cover up, powder, anti-shine, mascara, liner, lips and blush – they're an absolute must…just get your bridesmaid to carry it for you on your wedding day!

DO
Analyse your skin a few months before your wedding day so you have time to address any issues you may have. There are plenty of solutions out there, from a brilliant moisturiser to a quick trip to the doctor – whatever it is, get it sorted and under control in advance!

DO
Get a reputable professional on board to do your make-up if you want a wedding make-up artist on the day. Love Hair is a fantastic agency providing an excellent wedding service for bridal hair and make-up. Make sure you take lots of pictures once you are happy with the end result, and ask your stylist for a list of products they used so you can pick them up for your touch up kit. You may end up with me on the day, as I'm one of their wedding make-up artists. Alternatively, you can book me direct - do get in touch.

Good luck! JB x

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Just the Cutest Flower Crown in the World

There must be something in the air post-Glastonbury, because I've seen more girls wearing flower crowns than ever before! I have to admit, I'm a massive fan - there's something delightfully boho about wearing flowers in your hair, and if I had my time again, I'd dress all my bridesmaids in them. My latest discovery is this pretty from Mari Style Couture, who's based in Belarus! Each flower is carefully hand sculpted from air dry clay, which is non-toxic, soft and flexible. You can request whatever design you want, so your crown can exactly match your wedding flowers. Personally I'm in love with the peonies, but if you wanted a more subtle look, you could always go with the rose hair clip.

{I want this!} Bridal Flower Crown, £96 | 2. Rose Hair Clip, £24 , both by Mari Style Couture

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Pretty Pastel Lavender & Old Lace Millinery Wedding Inspiration Shoot

Celebrate the start of the summer wedding season with this stunning wedding inspiration shoot organised and styled by Fabiola Capo Milliner. I'm in love with the whimsical prettiness - the vintage book props, the feathery softness of the wedding gowns, the wide pastel bouquets, but most of all the divine accessories. Just take a look at the chic cuteness that is the Pink Champagne Pillbox Hat, and the vintage fabulousness of the silk capelet - such a clever take on a veil. Brides keen on a hint of Great Gatsby will adore the Pearl Headdress, and boho brides will fall for the Blushing Bride Halo. Stunning pictures by 13:13 Photography

{Wedding Shoot Credits}
Styled by Fabiola Capo Milliner
Photography by 13:13 Photography
Flower Bouquet by Ever After Floral Design
Makeup & Hair by G. E. Makeup
Models: Mariana Quiroz-Garces & Meghan Rollett

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Make Mine a Tiara: Incredible Wedding Hair Accessories

My excitement for all things wedding runs pretty high, by my pulse leapt an extra few beats a minute when I rediscovered the fabulousness which is the Ban.Do website. I first found them way back in 2010, when I fell in love with these glittery heart shoe-clips, but now they do so much more! Just take a look at these incredible bridal hair accessories. They each have cute names, my favourite being the Empress Tiara - oh yes! Which one would you choose?

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Wear a Crown on Your Wedding Day - and why not!

It's time to come clean. Most of us want to feel like a princess on our wedding day, and there's no shame in it. After all, it's only for one day! On all the other days of your life, you can be powerful, forthright, successful women, but on your wedding day, why not give into the fairytale romance of childhood stories. So why not go the whole hog, and wear a little crown? I've fallen for this lovely creation by Erica Elizabeth Designs. Created out of filigree ornaments, freshwater pearls and brilliant rhinestones, it glitters like it's made out of diamonds. Heaven! Erica has dozens of stunning bridal accessories in her Etsy shop - take a look and see which you'd choose - this bridal cap is divine!

{I want this!}Bridal Wedding Crown, £324 by Erica Elizabeth Designs

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Before the Big Day's Sparkling Beauty Christmas Gift List

{Posting by Julia Bowden, Before the Big Day's Beauty Editor} What's one of my favourite things about Christmas? Seeing that stocking packed full to the brim with beauty delights! So I thought I'd share my Beauty Gift List with you, and there's tonnes to get you gooey-eyed. You could even be selfless and use these as present ideas - beauty goodies are always fab stocking fillers! Or simply email your other half this list, in hope of getting everything you always wanted {subtlety gets you nowhere!}. Enjoy those products and have a very happy {and pretty} Christmas! Julia x

{I want this!} Clockwise from Top Left 

1. Melvita Nectar Bright Brightening Cream, £36 – This is a great brightening cream that you use to get a luminous complexion. It has a lovely fresh floral scent, and gives your skin a dewy glow.

2. Laura Mercier Luxe Colour Wardrobe Makeup Set, £65 – Even though I'm a make-up artist, I always struggle to create a sleek handbag set. This solves all the problems, with a compact case containing the perfect products for eyes, cheeks and face.

3. Glossy Box Subscription - I was lucky enough to get given one of these at the Wedding Blog Awards. A great way for beauty enthusiasts to keep up to date with new beauty products. You get a selection of products each month for as little as £10 per month.

4. Monu Micro Exfollient, £15.95 – A great little find I discovered in my Glossy Box at the Wedding Blog Awards - this is a great dual-action microdermabrasion cream. It's not too harsh on the skin and smells dreamy

5. Ren Clearcalm 3 Clarity Restoring Mask, £29.95 - I got to meet with Rui Branco, the Global director of Education and Training for REN last month. He’s the REN Skincare guru and such a lovely man. He gave me lots of advice about my spot prone skin, and this is high on my hit list. It reduces visible blemishes and clears the skin – a great way to kick start a clearer skin regime for the New Year.

6. Philip Kingsley Elasticizer, £28.50 – For hair so dry you don't know what to do with it. Put it on before shampooing for 10 minutes, and it's like having a new head of hair.

7. Neom Organic Treatment Candle in Rose & Neroli, £39.50 – You can't go wrong with this little treat. Great to light in the bath for pure relaxation

8. James Read BB Gradual Face Tan, £22.50 – As it’s winter even more reason to give your face a little sun kissed glow and best of all you can tie it in with your skincare regime. I met with James Last month and not only is he the nicest man on the planet but his products are brilliant. I can’t sing the praises of this tanning range enough. All it’s products smell great, go on easily without streaking and have outstanding results.

9. ProGenius Nude Treatment Oil, £58 - If like me you also have dry patches {as well as spots – lucky me!} don’t despair. To some, it may feel odd putting oil on the skin, but this ProGenius oil nourishes and protects, and sometimes stops the skin from secreting too much sebum thus counteracting the blemishes. With Omega 6, 7 & 9 – it’s a treat for winter-battered skin.

10.  MAC Nocturnals Pigments & Glitter - Black & Gold, £25.50 – Last but not least we all need a bit of Christmas sparkle in our make –up bag. These 5 stackable jars will dazzle everyone for those special occasions and will last you forever.

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Super-Glam Sophisticated Bridal Jewellery

Brides who like a bit of glitz {I'm thinking Jenny Packham-style glamour}, are going to L-O-V-E my latest wedding discovery. Just take a look at these amazing headdresses from Willow Moone. Aren't they just the bomb?? They pick up on the big jewellery trend that we're seeing right now {lots of v large necklaces spotted in Anthropologie & J Crew}, and add a massive luxury twist. Every piece is hand-created by boutique owner Debbie Bailie-Collins out of perfect crystals, scattered artfully on to the finest ivory illusion bridal tulle. There's something very vintage, flapperish and 20's about them, and I have a serious obsession with the whole collection.

{I want this} 1. Lujon - Crystal Art Deco 1920's Tulle Headpiece, £330 | 2. Ishtar - Crystal Silk Organza Headpiece, £398.89

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Edward Scissorhands Cuts Hollywoods Hair...

Kind of...


So last week Johnny Depp turned up for Sunday lunch at a pub in Westmeath and Pamela Anderson, Jennifer Lawrence and Jennifer Anniston all gave their famous locks the crop... So is there some connection between Edward Scissorhands gracing the shores of the Emerald Isle and the starlets new hair styles? Was his presence in a country whose heritage is saturated with mythology and magic messing with the stratosphere in epic hairline raising proportions and demonically compelling leading ladies the opposite side of the globe to get scissor happy with their locks??

That may be a far reaching analogy of fairytale proportions or maybe just a slightly sinister coincidence.... but too much of a coincidence perhaps to just let slide. Has the legendary and visionary Tim Burton created a cult following so strong that the reaches of reality have been warped creating a bridge between life as we know it and a parallel universe of all that is Burtonesque?? 

Edward Scissorhands himself cuts into a roast dinner in the midlands of Ireland, home of leprechauns, magic and folklore and a gate opens at hairdressers in California where stylists cut into the iconic tresses of Jen, Jen and Pam. Surely Buffy’s Giles could source a  mythological book that could explain such strange happenings but alas he was driven to retirement when the Angel spin off, spun off several spooky moons ago and it is left to mere mortals like us to explain, ignore or accept it as a mundane and un-extraordinary week in the lives of Hollywoods finest.  

For me the scenario was much too reminiscent of the dog grooming, hair cutting scene in the iconic movie to not try and find a substratal link between all of the events. But seeing as my theory is hinging on the paranormal and extra-terrestrial I may just have to leave it lie for now, at least until a corpse bride arises or a zombie dog apocalypse spawns after Frankenweenie is shown simultaneously across the globe. 

For now lets concentrate on the gracious and accommodating Johnny Depp who gladly posed for photos with fans who were also out for their Sunday lunch. He was meeting with Cillian Murphy, author JP Donleavy and director Bob Mitchel so fingers crossed we’ll be seeing more of him on our shores as talks of turning JP Donleavy’s novel The Ginger Man into a movie seem to be coming to fruition... Maybe its time I got back into wardrobe...

And the transformation of Barbed Wire Pamela Anderson from an aging blonde bombshell who has shed not only her hair but her dated trashy sexual image and has been reborn and recut as an elegant and much more striking lady. Men around the world may be disappointed but Gentlemen and women are astounded. The Ellen Degeneres Show got it right when Ellen introduced Pamela last week to the booming strains of Lady Gaga’s Applause... We applaud you Pamela Anderson!

Both of our favorite Jennifers have opted for the crop recently too. Jennifer Lawrence has been going through quite the hair transformation over the last year or so and to date this is my favorite look for her. Her new pixie crop really shows off her face and she seems to be quite happy with it too. 

While Jennifer Aniston has gone back to her bob. This time she opted for a graduated style which I’m hoping will be much like her last bob just shorter. As far as I’m concerned when it comes to her hair this lady can do no wrong! 

So be it mere coincidence or Johnny Depp’s magnetic influence the results of the unexplained sinister scissorhands epidemic are all for the better.  Would you agree? In conclusion only good things happen when Mr Depp comes to Ireland. So, Johnny if your out there, come back soon!!

Boho Hippy Wedding Hair

Boho brides are going to love these feathery hair extensions from Feather Ray. Add them to your hair for a hippy festival look, or coordinate your bridesmaids with subtle matching strands. Every extension is handpicked and once applied, can be curled, straightened or styled like your own hair. Choose from a natural blend for subtle flecks or go wild with the Rainbow Festival mix. They're only £15 for a pack of seven - cheap and chic!

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Men May Come And Go But Lipstick Is Forever

Thats just one of the girlie quotes dotted around the walls of the Benefit Dublin store. I popped in to see the shop last Thursday, just before the So Sue Me book launch which you can read about here, almost a week after it opened its doors. It almost immediately became my new favorite make-up and beauty spot in the big smoke. The shop is so pink and girlie and inviting and the staff are so welcoming and bubbly and happy. It really is a fun relaxing environment unlike some other cosmetic shops who take themselves far too seriously and almost make you tense up as soon as you enter, Benefit will brighten up your day and your face if you wish!

I was greeted by Jessica when I went into the shop and it wasn’t long before I was in the chair and she was introducing me to some new products and chatting to me about the new shop and blogging. I decided half way through my mini make over that I would get my brows shaped. I usually do them myself but have gotten very lazy lately so they were a disgrace! I learned how to do them myself from the one and only Kandee Johnson on her You Tube channel here. For quite a long time now the girls at the Benefit Brow Bar have been the only ones I will let near my brows, they really do give the best shape and their wax doesn’t pull the skin. So Jessica handed me over to Jenny, and ladies if your popping in to get your brows done request her, she is great! Plus they have a great rewards system if you make it your go to brow bar with free treatments and upgrades on your loyalty card! Now you can't argue with that.

After Jenny had waxed and trimmed my brows into pure perfection she took me on a tour of the shop. We had a great chat and a giggle and I fell more in love with the place with every corner I turned. It is just so pink! Pink and yellow and white, some candy striping and florals just to amp up the girliness! With cute quotes and Benefit pinups framed and dotted around the walls. There are even some huge chandeliers to add some old school Hollywood glamour. 

The Blowout Bar

The Nail Bar

Door to the Tanning Booth

The Waxing Room

While we were walking around and I was getting snap happy Jenny told me the quirky story of how Benefit began. Twin sisters from San Francisco Jean and Jane literally flipped a coin between baking and making make-up, which would explain the adorable cake shop inspired packaging. In 1977 an exotic dancer requested a stain to make her nipples appear darker and pink et voila Benetint was born! And the rest as the say is history. They even have a small history chart in the Benefit store...

So after my tour I went back to Jessica to patch up my make-up and cover my reddish brows. She was great! Its no wonder I look so fresh faced in those So Sue Me press photo’s its all down to Jessica! 

There you have it. Next time you’re in town pop in for a visit. One of their motto’s is “Laughter is the best cosmetic, so grin and wear it!” and you are bound to walk out of here with a huge smile on your face.... 

Afterall your never fully dressed without a smile!