The color and material from which your tiara is made can make or break your look. They are the difference between a merely lovely and absolutely stunning bride. In general, if your gown or hair has warm undertones, then choose a tiara with warm tones. The same is true for cool undertones. Stones that pick …
If you want your big day to be flawless, leave nothing to chance, especially the dress. In fact, begin shopping for your wedding dress eight to twelve months ahead of time. No matter what anyone tells you, there are some lessons you can only learn from experience. But here are several suggestions to make that …
You have found the perfect wedding dress, but are not sure what length necklace goes best with the neckline? You will rarely go wrong with the versatile 14 to 16 inch choker-length bridal necklace, but other lengths do not pair as well with all necklines. Try different options, but bear in mind that you want …
A man wears a wedding ring for the same reason as a woman: to show that he has made a total commitment to his bride, the relationship, and marriage. The choices are as varied as personalities. The ring can be plain or elaborate. It can match the bride’s ring or be highly individual. It can …
If you like the tiara concept — how it encircles the hair — but it doesn’t create quite the look you want, consider a similar headpiece. Bun wraps, halos, and wreaths are all ring-shaped headpieces that encircle your head or hair. Wreaths are made of roses or other flowers, while bun wraps and halos consist …
We all know about tiaras, but did you know there are several other kinds of bridal hairpieces as well? If a tiara isn’t your style, try another approach. Combs, for example, are versatile and can be simple to elaborate, depending on your preference. They can be used as a backpiece, worn at the top of …
We all want beautiful hands and skin on our wedding day. To achieve this, you will want to start pampering your skin six months or more before the Big Day. Begin by scheduling a skin care consultation and caring for your hands daily. As the wedding approaches, think about your makeup and hairstyle as well. …
Your wedding-day jewelry ensemble will depend on personal taste, your gown, and hairstyle. Options range from a simple pair of earrings, to a variety of other choices: a necklace, tiara, bracelet, hair jewelry, and/or back jewelry. Most experts recommend keeping the jewelry simple, so that it doesn’t compete for attention with your gown or hairstyle. …
Having your engagement or wedding ring custom-made is easier than you might think. The first step to making your dream ring a reality of to visualize the exact setting and stone of your dreams and sketch it or otherwise describe it on paper. The next step will depend on your situation. If you are purchasing …
When you look through wedding photos 20 years from now, the last thing you want is to cringe at the site of your hair (those of you old enough, remember 80’s frizz? OMG). Your wedding hairstyle can range from very similar to your everyday style, to much more fanciful. To avoid that future cringe-factor, choose …
You will be the center of attention, so clear, glowing skin will never be more important than on your wedding day. If you have your complexion under control, then keep up the same good habits in the months leading up to the wedding. If not, it is time to start exploring options. For severe acne …