2020 has been quite a roller coaster for our brides and grooms. Some of you had to postpone wedding celebrations, change wedding destinations or downsize entirely. We know that our lovely couples have been constantly pivoting and reassessing their plans and crossing fingers (and toes) in the hopes that their celebration will happen. There’s no time greater than now for our brides and grooms to distress and recharge. Lucky for us, Laure Sejean, our Bridal…
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Whether you’re newly engaged or you’ve had to postpone and edit your wedding into a smaller version of events, every bride planning for a winter 20/21 wedding should know what the latest fashion styles are, and plan the perfect makeup to complement. Here, professional makeup artist Preeti Dhillon, the founder of YOUniq Makeovers based in Dubai Silicon Oasis, highlights a key contemporary bridal trend every Indian bride should consider for their wedding day, along with…
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Summer might be over, but hydrated skin will give the glow for a star makeup look to live its best life, ready for your wedding to come! And September marks one of the most exciting times of the year for a MUA – the season of new product launches! Laure Sejean, our Bridal Beauty Expert, has tried and tested some of the most promising pieces to hit the high street giving you a fail-safe wishlist…
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What are your big day beauty goals – to have a complexion that’s glowing, a plumped pout, to look fresh-faced & natural?What if I told you that you could achieve all of the above without spending a dirham? All you need is a little prep-time and some Face Yoga moves in your tool kit (see below). Face Yoga is a great way to relax your jaw, boost collagen and tighten the jowls, allowing your natural…
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Sustainable and Ethical beauty has seen a boom in the last 2-3 years with conscious women seeking more detail and transparency, brands are being forced to conform and it’s a great thing! Although we’ve got a way to go, it’s a brave new world out there with plenty of companies emerging to fill the void of heritage beauty brands that are missing a trick. Whether you want Clean, Cruelty-Free or sustainable beauty products for your…
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This month, let’s be better, let’s save our skin and the planet! We’re going to hit the kitchen and make the most out of what’s lying at the back of your shelves and getting no counter-time and give your face the attention it deserves. Here are our bridal beauty expert Laure Sejean’s favourite homemade face-masks using nothing more than avocado, egg white, oatmeal, honey and lemon.  Take a look -> Hydrate Your Skin Now that…
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Though the lockdown has been softened, #stayathome remains my motto for the time being. Although I really do miss getting my regular facial, it doesn’t mean I don’t get to stop me to treat myself with and keep my skin bright and blissful. And as we’re in this together, it may as be for the ups as well as the downs. So I created this little How-To of my DIY spa facial, for you to…
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Getting that glow is perhaps the most popular request I get from my bridal clients. And my number one answer for getting it right is always the same –perfect your skincare routine, ensuring it suits your skin type and concerns. A good skincare routine will change everything and make for a better makeup application. A great way to step into a good routine is by adding a monthly (4-6 week) facial treatment from a licensed…
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Have you ever had your makeup done, felt a million dirhams and looked back at the pictures taken on that day only to realise that your skin was oily & shiny, the foundation shade didn’t match and left a line around your jaw and worst of all; you’d ended up with panda eyes!? You might be able to forgive and forget these kinds of make-up disasters for a birthday brunch, a work conference or a…
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After a successful show in Abu Dhabi, the Bride team are now gearing up for their Dubai version next weekend.  This year’s Bride Show be exhibiting 150 international and regional exhibitors from fashion designers, hairstylists and wedding planners. The event is an overall package experience to get you ready for the big day: from beauty pampering, fashion shows to getting top tips from the industries’ experts, you will be guaranteed to leave feeling truly inspired….
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