I had the honor of doing hair and makeup for Lauren in March! We instantly hit it off! She is quite the prankster and smack talker and I can appreciate that because those are definitely two adjectives used to describe me all the time!! Here are a few shots from the wedding day…
I had to include this last picture because it’s the two of us cracking up!!
I’ve also included a link for their wedding video. Just a warning…..it’s a tear jerker!!! 
One of our brides was recently featured on The Wedding Row!! Follow this link to see all of the pictures! http://theweddingrow.com/
Made very clear by all of the celebrity engagements over the holidays (hello, John Legend, Matthew McConaughey, Steven Tyler, Danny Gokey…), Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve/Day are some of the hottest dates to pop the question. For you newly engaged brides-to-be, I know your heads have already been spinning with all of the planning you’ll be doing in the coming months.
As with the end of every year, predictions and trend alerts are hitting newsstands and websites for the hottest bridal looks for 2012. Washingtonian Magazine laid out some excellent trends for color, cake, fashion and food that are worth reading.
Here are some trends I think will be all the rage in bridal hair and makeup for 2012.
If bold pops of color is making its way into accessories and fashion, why not incorporate it into makeup? Just think how stunning your wedding photos will look if the bride has youthful, pink lips or gorgeous shadow that really makes her eyes stand out?! Of course, you should play with colors during a trial run to make sure it really is the look you want for the big day. I know few brides who want a Big Top theme to their wedding.
Photo Source: WeddingObsession.com
Yes, Kate Middleton (Princess Kate? Katherine? Duchess Kate?) got married in 2011, but we’re seeing her romantic, royal look still heavily duplicated. Soft retro hair worn down and loose definitely complements this look very well.
Photo Source: MitchellWade.com
Spend any time on Pinterest and you’ll notice that the updo is as popular as ever. Except, today’s updo is modernized with interesting twists – wear a low bun to the side or in a super high ballerina-style; incorporate Grecian-style headbands or braids; add flowers or sparkly combs. Any of these options will add pizzazz to an updo and speak to your personality and style.
As we head into awards season – you know, the Golden Globes, Emmys, Oscars, etc. – keep your eye on the red carpet. I guarantee many of the styles worn by the celebrities will be duplicated down the aisles this year.
What wedding trends do you think will be most popular in 2012? Which do you wish would just go away?
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I’ve noticed a lot of DIY up-do tutorials floating around the web lately. If you’re on Pinterest (and you should be; it’s totally fun and inspiring!), you know what I’m talking about. While most of these tutorials boast super-easy steps, it dawned on me that none of them will be easy if you don’t know the proper way to use a bobby pin.
Sounds silly, right? You might be surprised to know how many people improperly use bobby pins, resulting in an up-do that quickly becomes an up-don’t (or perhaps a down-do?). Anyway, I’ve outlined a couple of simple tips to help you get the most out of your bobby pin usage.
Tip #1: Don’t open the pin.
It may seem like the more hair you can shove in the bobby pin, the better. It’s not. A bobby pin is meant to hold only as much hair as it can hold when inserted from a closed position. No more; no less. In fact, when you over stuff a bobby pin, it forces the pin out of your hair, causing the hair to fall out of the up-do.
To properly insert a bobby pin, simply slide it into the spot you want it to hold in its natural, closed position. You might be surprised at how much more effective a bobby pin is when inserted correctly.
Tip #2: Use the right bobby pin for your hair.
If you’ve ever shopped for bobby pins, you know that there are several types to choose from.
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If you have fine, thin hair, a smaller bobby pin is what you want to use. If you try a pin that’s too large, it won’t hold your hair. On the contrary, ladies with thick or curly hair should use the larger bobby pins – you’ll need the extra oomph behind these pins to hold your locks.
A hairpin is a bit of a twist on the bobby pin and is distinguished by its U shape and wavy pattern on both sides. I never use these types of pins on their own to create an up-do. They’re more useful in holding down an unruly piece that has escaped or for pinning a longer bang piece back into the up-do.
Tip #3: Don’t put too much thought into it.
Unless you’re going for a very sleek look, don’t try to be too “perfect” with your up-do. Agonizing over the exact placement of each pin and whether or not any of them can be seen takes all of the fun out of getting a great look. Besides, slightly messy, imperfect hair is an absolute “do” right now!
What are some of your favorite up-dos to do to your hair? Have any additional bobby pin tips or tricks?