Confession time: I am no expert on wedding make up! Fortunately, I have some fabulous advice from Saffron, who is! Here are seven makeup faux pas you should avoid to keep your makeup intact during your big day, plus 3 more tips for grooms and people with facial hair.
Saffron Hughes, professional makeup artist at FalseEyelashes.co.uk, shares 10 tips to perfect your summer wedding make up look!
A guest blog with Close-Up Chris
Magicians have been part of entertainment history for centuries, yet let’s be honest — many folks just can’t stand them. Perhaps it’s the eye-roll-inducing performances or the idea that wedding magic equates to cheap parlour tricks. But here’s the twist: while plenty of cringe-worthy magicians are out there, the world of magic is gradually shaking off its bad rep. Thanks to hit shows like Britain’s Got Talent and Penn & Teller, people are starting to see the genuine skill and artistry behind a top-notch magic trick. Great wedding magicians can really liven up your wedding reception and get guests talking – they’re actually a brilliant entertainment choice for weddings!
A brilliant guest blog by Essex wedding photographer Ross Willsher Photography
Are you drowning in wedding overwhelm? In a spin from social media inspiration? Overloaded with wedding terminology? Fear not! Help is at hand. In this article we’re going to look at some wedding photography jargon and break down what photographers actually mean when they use certain words and phrases.
So, take a deep breath, get comfy and for the next 10 minutes, take some time to untangle that busy mind.
Fans of TV comedian Rob J Madin will enjoy a new “Wedding Speech Menu” he’s put together for Travelodge. Making a speech at a wedding can be brilliant or quite stressful, depending how comfortable you are with public speaking. We’ve published a lot of advice about wedding speeches in the past and I’d love to know what you make of these quick-fire templates. Images are by our friends and English Wedding members Libra Photographic in Dorset.
Image from 8 Memorable Best Man Jokes I hear while at a wedding, by Libra Photographic
We’re breaking down the pros and cons of artificial wedding flowers vs home grown florals on English Wedding today! Lots of you are looking for the most sustainable options for your wedding floral styling, and we’re here to help. I’ve included expert advice from Blooming Artificial, faux flower specialists, and Jess from Darcey Styling, a talented Lake District wedding florist and stylist with a passion for working with and sourcing blooms from Cumbria’s local flower growers.
