by
Melanie Mendelson (c)2005
Looking
great on your wedding day means being radiant, relaxed, and ready
to start a brand new existence with the person whom you've chosen
to spend your life with. Your hair, nails, makeup, dress - and how
you look in that dress - are all part of becoming the bride you want
to be on that special day. Since pictures taken on that day remain
part of
your life forever, it's important to look and feel your best.
Your
dress is one of the most important items in your wedding plans, so
make sure you take enough time to choose one that suits you - not
your best friend, not your bridesmaids, and not your mother. For the
day of your wedding, you'll want a dress in which you can stand, walk
and dance in without worrying about "wardrobe malfunctions"
or causing you discomfort. Allow necessary time if you decide on having
the dress made, but even if bought "off the rack," you'll
need to factor in time for tailoring and any adjustments.
You don't
want to overpower your dress and headpiece with a flamboyant hair
style or color that overwhelms everything else. Keep it simple and
classic, and remember to practice the look you want at home or with
your stylist before the wedding day.
Have
your nails professionally manicured the day before the wedding. This
is one thing you don't want to do far in advance. Reduce the chances
of a broken nail, chippedpolish, or if using applied nails, one coming
off, by having your manicure as late as possible. If you are not
inclined toward colored polishes or long fingernails, make sure they
are neatly trimmed, filed, polished, and buffed. Your hands will be
a focus of attention when showing off that new wedding ring and for
photos!
Makeup
is the last thing you'll need to worry over, and that comes on the
big day, itself. Don't try to transform yourself into a different
person with dramatic eye makeup or garish lipstick. Make the real
you look better!
Use a
slightly heavier hand than with your usual daytime makeup so your
photos won't have you appearing washed-out looking, but don't overdo
it. And if your wedding is at night, with more subtle lighting, apply
makeup as though you were going to a club or restaurant at night -
a little heavier than daytime, but not much! Avoid deep red lipstick
as well as too-pale pink. Frosted eyeshadows or lipsticks are definite
no-nos.
Buy fresh
mascara to avoid clumping. Also, if you have sensitive skin, this
is NOT the time to try a new brand. The last thing you want to do
is head for the altar with blotches or zits thanks to an allergic
reaction.
The night
before your wedding is not the time for partying so get eight hours
of restful sleep. If you're having a rehearsal dinner, or a bachelorette
bash, make sure that it ends early. Drink moderately or, better yet,
not at all. Bloodshot eyes and a banging hangover will not make for
a fun wedding.
Don't
gourge yourself the night before because we all know that there are
strange forces at work which will try to make your wedding gown just
a wee bit snug in the morning. To overcome excitement and nerves,
try taking a long walk - it can help with pre-nuptial jitters. A relaxing
bath with soothing background music, a cup of herbal tea, and you
should be ready to doze off with images of a happy future marriage
in your dreams.
With
these tips, you're sure to have the perfect wedding day. May this
day be the beginning of a lifetime of joy and happiness!
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THE AUTHOR:
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