2010 Bridal Planner

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FEATURED STORY

The Vow Factor

Story By Eliza Gano, Staff Writer

Every bride wants to look her absolute best on her wedding day. The right hairstyle and makeup can complete the polished, pulled-together look.

FREEDOM FROM STRESS

Ask your hairstylist if she does wedding hair, because not all stylists do, said Lisa Gentry, owner of Ooh La La Salon in west Little Rock.

“Most women already know the texture of their hair, what it is going to do or will do, so always take that into consideration,” Gentry said.

The veil and its size also play an important part in how the hair is done, so bring it in when you meet with a stylist.

Try not to make any radical hairstyle changes too close to the big day. If you are thinking about a chemical treatment, do so at least one month in advance to avoid any problems.
A trial run should be done one month in advance to give the bride time to decide if she really likes it or not, Gentry said.

On the day of the ceremony, come in with clean, dry hair and allow an hour to 1 1/2 hours for styling.

“And, never have anything on that you have to take over your head. Wear a shirt or blouse that’s either buttoned up or fastened in the front,” Gentry said.

BLISSFULLY BEAUTIFUL

If the budget allows, hire a professional makeup artist, said Tess Wilmans, manager, makeup artist and esthetician at Glo Limited in Little Rock.

“You want to look like you at your very best, so if you’re accustomed to wearing a lot of makeup, let’s vamp it up. If you don’t normally wear makeup, then a more natural look is the way to go,” Wilmans said.

A trial run for makeup is also suggested to make sure everyone is on the same page.

As the big day approaches, Wilmans advises exfoliating skin two to three times a week. The day before the wedding, use a lip scrub to soften lips and exfoliate dead skin.

“You’re going to have the greatest kiss of your life, so you want to prepare for it,” Wilmans said.

On the day of the ceremony, think about having hair done first and makeup second, Wilmans said.

For minor touch-ups, a bride should tote lipstick or lip gloss as well as blotting papers or some kind of oil-absorbing medium that’s easy to carry.