High-Definition Wedding Makeup Tips and Tricks One area we have slightly neglected here at Bride Club ME is bridal beauty, but that’s about to change. Today, we introduce you to our latest expert panel member, Natasha Zaki of Glossymakeup.com. Natasha is a professional makeup artist, blogger and beauty guru. She is the former assistant to one of the most influential makeup artists in the world, Pat Mcgrath. Natasha is now based between London and Dubai…
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Gold Henna Tattoos for your Wedding The traditional art of applying henna on an Arabic, Indian or Pakistani bride for her wedding day has been given a precious metal makeover. Dubai-based brides can now try out gold henna art via the services of BCME vendor club member and henna artist Vandana Makar. “The gold henna tattoos are 100 per cent safe, nickel-free and biocompatible,” says Vandana. “They can be used in place of traditional henna…
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The Pink Pamper Package WINNER Wedding concierge company Aghareed contributed to October’s breast cancer awareness campaign by paying special honour to a survivor of the disease. Aghareed recently announced the winner of its luxury Pink Package, a special, tailor-made pampering service the UAE-based bespoke wedding concierge company was offering to a woman who had battled the condition. The deserving winner was Aileen Ante, a Philippines national who was diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2013…
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Bridal De-Stress|Willow Stream Spa The Wedding season here in Dubai is about to kick off once again and I’m already swept off my feet, so having the chance to review the Willow Stream Spa, Fairmont The Palm’s latest bridal spa treatment package {Ultimate Detox Rasul and a customised deep cleansing facial} came as a welcome treat. For brides in the midst of their planning, it may at times feel like you have the world on…
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Bridal Hair Accessories & Plus-Size Wedding Dresses Following successful visits to New York Bridal Week, Barcelona Bridal Week and Ellis Bridals Designer Weekend in London earlier this year, The Bridal Showroom has launched new collections at its boutiques in Jumeirah Lakes Towers and The Dubai Mall. In response to the growing demand for original and unique headwear, The Bridal Showroom has introduced Belles by Raquel, one of the most popular accessory designers in the UAE’s…
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Jeff Pink, CEO of Orly and originator of the French manicure I recently had the privilege of meeting the originator of the French manicure, CEO of Orly and trendsetter in the nail industry Jeff Pink! Jeff was in Dubai to attend the Beauty World ME exhibition, where he launched the latest 2014 ORLY collections – the 2014 Summer Collection (BAKED), the 2014 Fall Collection (SMOKY) as well as the Argan Oil Collection and the Rich Renewal New…
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Introducing Enchanté Studios Go on, admit it! Have you ever harboured a secret desire to have some tasteful but racy images taken of yourself, perhaps as a gift for your fiancé? If you’re among the thousands of women who are intrigued by this idea, then you’re going to love today’s post. Boudoir photography is gaining popularity among brides-to-be and we are really excited to be the first to announce this service in Dubai. Enchanté Studios…
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Bridal Lookbook | Sparkle In White If you are a newly engaged bride-to-be, our weekly lookbooks created by our stylish ‘fashion’ focused vendor club members may help inspire your bridal attire choices. This week, Mohammed Al-Haj, CEO and Director of Dubai’s much loved bridal Boutique CONTESSA, Dubai, has put together a bridal ‘Lookbook’ entitled ‘Sparkle in White’, dedicated to the traditional, but glamorous bride-to-be. 1} Mark Lesley Couture wedding gown (7034) – 10,900 AED, available at CONTESSA, Dubai2} Tiffany &…
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10 Stunning High-Neckline Wedding Gowns While the strapless wedding gown is the dress of choice for many brides, a trend that is growing in popularity is the high-neck wedding gown – a look that is reminiscent of some of our most loved and admired royal brides and 50s’ celebrity icons. The words ‘high neck’ might conjure up visions of conservative frumps; however, the images below show anything but. Many of the high-neck wedding gowns coming onto…
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Engagement Party Lookbook If you are a newly engaged bride-to-be, you may very well be planning a blowout party to celebrate your good news with friends and family! Every week, we consult with our stylish ‘fashion’ focused vendor club members who have impeccable style of their own. This week, the lovely Mohammed Al-Haj, CEO and Director of Dubai’s much loved bridal Boutique CONTESSA, has put together an engagement party ‘Lookbook’, entitled ‘Venus Glam’, dedicated to…
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