7 Of the most commonly asked questions about commissioning a bespoke headpiece. It could be a wedding hair accessory, hat, fascinator, or jewellery. Either way I’m here to help and have answers.
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How many of you have got hats and fascinators lurking in boxes that are too bashed or squashed to wear, but you just aren’t ready to say good bye to them yet? I’m betting quite a lot of you.
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What I’m here to help with today is a whistle stop tour of 5 things any self-respecting mother of the bride may want to know, to avoid a sartorial faux pas.
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I’m predicting a significant return of the tiara this year, in fact the last few bespoke bridal commissions I’ve had have all been for tiaras, that hasn’t happened for a long time. They’ve never really gone away but have been generally favored but those seeking a more fairy tale look, this time there are more fashion forward contemporary options in the mix too.
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It’s the time of the year that many brides opt for “black tie” weddings, queue the annual stream of slightly befuddled mothers of the bride wondering what on earth to wear as the hat option that they’d have anticipated wearing isn’t going to work. I’m here to help.
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I don’t think I remember over the past 25 years, there being a wider variety of choices available to brides, than they can find now, this can only be a good thing. I’m going to look broadly at 4 key trends and discuss how I’d recommend accessorising them, so here goes, in no particular order.
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Is your wedding day hurtling ever closer at a rapid rate of knots? Are you are full of excitement and anticipation for the big day, but last minute panic or worries about things you’ve forgotten are surfacing? There seems to be so much to think about, whether you are highly organised or a fly by the seat of your pants kind of a girl.
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I take it for granted that everybody who happens across one of my social media posts or briefly clicks on my website will of course know what I’m about, what I do, why I do it, why I’m good at it etc. Bonkers really! I don’t really remember ever stating it out clearly so why on earth would anyone know so here goes.
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What will suit the Grace dress by Bombshell? Whatever your choice I believe comfort is key to any mother of the bride headpiece. You want to be able to put it on and forget it for the day. There are too many hugs, kisses and photographs, helping with your daughters dress, drinking champagne and juggling your clutch bag, you don’t need to hang on to your hat too.
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I’m excited to introduce the new “Boho Babe” collection. This is perfect if you are seeking a timeless romantic hair embellishment, pieces that provide a wide flexible range of styling options and are easy and comfortable to wear.
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What do you do when you believe hats don’t suit you? You’re a mother of the bride whose daughter is getting married and she wants you to wear one but you don’t. Does wearing a hat or headpiece fill you with utter fear and dread? Don’t panic
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Are you a bride getting married in the autumn or winter? Do you dread shivering in the cold whilst having photographs taken? Are you worried about chilly grumpy bridesmaids or frozen flower girls? Perhaps you’re a mother of the bride and you don’t want a coat over your dress but don’t want to be cold either?
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In my experience most ladies have got a range of surprisingly common concerns when it comes to choosing their accessories. I’d like to offer some reassurance that there aren’t any problems in over 15 years, I’ve been unable to solve, I’ve answered those I hear most regularly but please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have a different worry.
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The chances are you’ll never have worn a birdcage before and as such you are bound to have a few questions. The following are some of the questions most commonly asked, both to Google (or other search engines) and direct to myself. I’ve kept the answers brief and to the point but I’m always happy to chat further if you want to know more, just get in touch
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Working as a creative every now and then I need an opportunity to let my hair down and experiment, with new materials, shapes, or techniques. It’s a chance to grow and develop and test myself. Creating for race going, fashion loving ladies is the perfect excuse to create.
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The following advice is relevant whether the headpiece is a side tiara, birdcage veil, fascinator or asymmetrical headpiece.
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I’ve selected three different ways to accessorise this jumpsuit. In my head this bride would be fashion conscious, stylish and happy to make things personal, rather than conform to a traditional bridal look. She could be any age, its more about the attitude.
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Have you decided what you plan to wear in your hair for your big day or is it still a matter for debate? Perhaps I could help you weigh up your options if you may be considering a millinery headpiece rather than the traditional hair accessories worn with a vei
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The great dilemma that faces most of my millinery clients is simple… “What should I put on my head?”. The dresses and outfits are generally an easier choice, after all we wear clothes every day but headwear is a different matter. In these posts I try to demystify the process.
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I’m excited to introduce the new “Modern Muse”. If you’re a style conscious bride seeking new, contemporary designs then look no further. This collection has been a collaborative journey with makeup artist and friend, Victoria Farr.
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