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Flawless Wedding Brows: Timing Your Perfect Look

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Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and naturally, you’ll want to look your absolute best. While the dress, hair, and makeup are the apparent highlights, one aspect that often gets overlooked is your eyebrows. Well-groomed, well-shaped, and perfectly filled eyebrows can be the cherry on top of your bridal look, framing your face beautifully and enhancing your eyes. This blog highlights the importance of planning and timing your eyebrow grooming to achieve that perfect look on your big day.

Starting Early – Your Brow Journey Begins

If you’re considering a significant change to your brows or simply want them in top shape for your wedding, you should ideally start planning six to nine months before the wedding date. This allows enough time to grow out your eyebrows if needed, experiment with various shapes and styles, and recover from any potential mishaps. This is also an excellent period to find a professional eyebrow technician or aesthetician who understands your needs and vision.

Different Types of Brow Treatments

The type of treatment you choose for your brows depends immensely on your current eyebrow situation and the look you desire.

  • Threading or Waxing: These are great for cleaning up stray hairs and defining your brow shape. For these treatments, it’s recommended to start a regular schedule of appointments 6 months before the big day and have your final appointment a week before the wedding to avoid any redness or irritation on the big day.
  • Tinting: Brow tinting is excellent for those with lighter brows who want a darker, more defined look or those desiring fuller-looking eyebrows. Monthly appointments beginning 3-4 months out is a good idea, with the final session 3-5 days before the event.
  • Microblading: Microblading is a  semi-permanent eyebrow tattoo that can last anywhere from 1-3 years. It’s perfect for those with sparse brow hair, uneven brows, or anyone who wants to dramatically alter their brow shape. Start this treatment at least 3-4 months prior to your wedding date, allowing time for the initial treatment, healing and touch-ups.
  • Brow Lamination: This is a semi-permanent treatment that creates sleek, well-defined brows. Brow lamination is perfect for taming unruly brows and creating volume and fullness. Ideally, have this treatment done 1-2 weeks before your wedding day.

Trial Runs Are Essential

Any changes to your brows, especially significant ones, should have a trial run. This way you can see how a specific shape or treatment works for you, how your skin reacts, and how they look in photographs which can help in refining your final look.

Consistency and Aftercare

Once you’ve established a routine, stick with it. Consistency is key to maintaining your brows and achieving your desired look. Aftercare, particularly with treatments like microblading or brow lamination, is crucial. Follow your technician’s advice regarding moisturizing, sun exposure, makeup, and touch-ups.

Natural Touches

Besides professional treatments, remember to keep things natural. Lightly fill in your brows using a brow pencil or powder, ensuring it matches your hair color. A clear or tinted gel can keep your brows in place throughout the day.

Embrace Your Brow Journey

Every brow journey is unique, much like every bride. Embrace the process of transforming your brows, and remember to have patience, especially if you are growing them out or undergoing procedures like microblading. Keep in touch with your brow specialist regularly and don’t hesitate to share concerns or ask questions. This will ensure that your brow journey is smooth and enjoyable, leading you to flawless results.

Balancing the Facial Features

Brows play a significant role in balancing and complimenting your facial features. Therefore, while shaping or treating your eyebrows, remember to keep your face’s overall structure in mind. Whether you fancy bold, arched, straight, or feathered brows, ensure it harmonizes with your other features. Similarly, consider your wedding day hairstyle and makeup when deciding your final brow look. This way, your brows will not only be perfect on their own but will also beautifully complete your entire bridal ensemble.

Highlighting Your Brow Game

Finally, no brow journey ends without highlighting your brow game on your wedding day. Be it through the seriousness of an altar promise or the joy of a dance-floor twirl, your perfect eyebrows should get their moment to shine. You can accentuate your elegantly defined eyebrows by keeping your eye makeup minimalistic. Alternatively, you can go all out and opt for a dramatic look that pairs perfectly with your standout brows. Regardless, remember to use a waterproof formula for your mascara, liner, and brow products, ensuring that your flawless brow look remains intact throughout the emotional roller coaster of your wedding day.

Be You

The most important thing to remember is that your wedding day is about you. The ultimate goal is to feel confident and radiant. Your eyebrows, like the rest of your look, should reflect your personal style. So while fashion trends and expert advice are helpful, let your individuality shine through.

To conclude, achieving flawless wedding brows involves thoughtful planning, consistency, and individual expression. With the appropriate timing, treatments, and expert help, you’re well on your way to having beautiful, picture-perfect eyebrows when you say, “I do.” On your wedding day, when all eyes are on you, your eyes will be beautifully framed by your perfectly groomed brows, completing your bridal look in the most stunning way.

Top 5 Romantic Places In Sydney For A Beautiful Wedding Venue

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The ideal time for a wedding is at any point through the year. Once you’ve found your other half, and the only thing remaining is to publicly say “I do!”, then you are left with nuances. Picking out dresses, decorations, band, photographer, menu, seating partners… oh yea, and we’ve almost forgotten about the location! Australia offers incredible opportunities to make your dream wedding unforgettable, but what stands out is Sydney, its crowning jewel. All you have to do is pick&choose the ideal space, as we’ve curated the list for you.

1. Exotic Mysticism of Manly Beachside Dojo

At first glance, this does not sound like a very feminine or romantic location, but give it a chance and dive a bit more. If you’ve always imagined your wedding outdoors, you will be pleasantly surprised by the Hamptons-style architecture Beachside Dojo has. The architecture is combined with a dash of Japanese influence, which offers a unique Asian wedding atmosphere to the location.

You will be listening to the waves, while the wind gently blows and brings the scent of the ocean, all the while your favourite music fills the air and being surrounded by loved ones. Everyone will be sitting in a meditative garden of tranquility, appreciating your eco-friendly wedding. The combined picture is an experience to remember for a lifetime. There are pine trees with bamboo architecture and a Dojo built for calming exercises, which can also serve as a giant Japanese hall, offering exotic luxury and experience.

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2. The Secluded Floral Haven of Laurelbank

Kings and queens, princes and princesses all live in tall, luxurious, and sprawling mansions. Their castles evoked great deeds of art, poetry and romance through the years. And in those fairytales, there is always an enchanting cottage in the woods, filled with magic, mystery and romance. Every woman dreams of being a princess in her own fairytale, where her dashing knight will come and they will have a dream wedding. Located in the heart of Sydney’s North Shore, it’s the ideal place when you wish for a luxury wedding venues in North Sydney.

Terraces, gardens, verandas, venues and history are in every corner and flower of this secluded green haven. The local Elans staff are all experienced, friendly and open to making your wedding an unforgettable one. You can ride the carriage being pulled by horses around gardens and fountains, while your guests are dining in cozy, beautiful and floral decorated banquet halls. If you are looking for something unorthodox and green and for something out of this world, then you are in the right place.

3. Rustic and Homestead Wedding at Woods Farm

Down to earth and rustic, inspired by nature and tradition, The Woods Farm represents timeless values. Located on the South Coast, right beside Jarvis Bay, so your guests don’t have to travel far and wide. Scenic vistas of green carpets that sprawl along the countryside will leave your sight lost for a long time. Many such sights are yet to return as the hills, down-to-earth, rustic countryside leaves no one bored. Besides the scenic visage, the entire ambience exudes traditional values, peace and harmony.

When you wish for your marriage to start with traditional wedding vows, then Woods Farm represents the ideal starting point. You even have wooden decks which stand on lakes, and you can time your wedding to sunrise, for an even better chance to experience something unforgettable. Woods Farm may be a farm, but that does not mean you will be lacking luxury, as you can be brought with a horse-pulled chariot, to a premium wooden deck overlooking a beautiful lake. All the elements for a dreamlike village wedding.

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4. All Natural Dunes Palm Beach resort

Going back to your roots, embracing Mother Nature and surrounding yourself with greenery while your white dress shines all around is possible when you reach out to Palm Beach. One of Sydney’s iconic wedding venues, especially in the autumn season when the vibrant colours of the forest are everywhere, making your photo book stand out. Incredible gourmet meals handmade for each guest bring out the intimate atmosphere for each guest sitting inside a themed hall or outside, hand in hand with Mother nature.

The Palm Beach option also includes a wedding planner to help you out with all the minute details and get you on the right track. There is enough stress already associated with weddings, and no one wants that on their special day. With experienced and professional wedding planners and assistants at your side, you can sit back, relax and soak in the authentic, natural experience of Palm Beach.

5.  Embark with Pier One Sydney Harbour Wedding

Embarking on the journey that is marriage, with strong winds in your sails and a firm path set, becomes possible with a bit of assistance from Pier One! Marriage is a journey! One that needs to be celebrated with a proper start. And what better way to embark on it than from a port? Drink and dine to your heart’s content, surrounded by your immediate family and friends in an intimate and sheltered history area of Sydney.

Countless ships have started their voyage from Pier One, and you too can be part of that rich tradition and history. Surrounded by luxury, class and history, you will get the feeling you are on an actual boat, setting sails for new horizons. Overlooking Sydney, you will say “I do!” while harbour winds blow your hair and the fresh scent of adventure and salt is in your lungs. After that, everything else is smooth sailing.

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Wedding days don’t have to be like you’ve heard. They can be all that you imagine them to be. Wonderful, dreamy, romantic, exciting and unforgettable, all these positives are what you need to focus on. Your wedding location is an extension of your personality and wedding theme. When you are browsing for an ideal place, don’t get carried away or lose sight of what’s truly important! And that your ideal partner will be standing next to you, whether you are in a field, castle or an apartment. And that’s all that matters in this world. We wish you all the best.

How To Choose Your Wedding Ring Size

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When it comes to your upcoming wedding, you’ve already chosen the spouse that’s just right for you. However, there’s another important choice you’ll want to make… a wedding ring size that’s just right for you too!

Sizing your ring finger may not rank high on your to-do list right away, but it should be. Hastily measuring your finger at the last minute without taking the proper steps first could cause you to end up with a wedding ring too big or too small for you. Finding out you have an ill-fitting ring right before your big day is an unnecessary source of stress you just don’t need.

If you’re wondering, “How should I fit a ring?”, here are the steps you need to ensure you find the perfect size.

  1. Decide What Finger You Need to Size

Traditionally, the wedding ring has been worn on the ring finger (the finger adjacent to the pinky) of the left hand. The traditional explanation for the choice of the left hand is that it’s the closest hand to your heart. Although this is the finger that most people will want to size, make sure you’ve decided this before you continue.

2. Measure Your Finger at the Right Time

When it comes to finding the perfect wedding ring size, it’s not simply an issue of how, but it’s also an issue of when. The reason? Your ring size can vary during the day for a number of reasons, causing you to end up with a wedding ring too big or a wedding ring too small. Keep in mind,

Your fingers will typically shrink slightly in cold weather.

Your fingers will typically swell in warm, humid weather.

Your fingers can swell due to a strenuous workout.

Your fingers can swell due to an excess of sodium intake.

To get the perfect measurement, avoid eating salty foods for several hours. Make sure you’ve been indoors and have been in a room-temperature environment for several hours. This will help ensure that you have the most accurate fit possible.

3. Sizing With Another Ring

If you already own rings (such as your lab-grown diamond engagement ring) or have the ability to borrow some rings, the easiest way to find your ring size is to use them as guides. Slip each of them on and off of your finger until you find the ring that glides over your knuckle cleanly and sits on your finger without spinning. When you’ve found the ring that’s most comfortable, use our handy sizing chart to match the shape of the ring with its corresponding size. Presto! You’ve found your wedding ring size. It couldn’t be easier!

4. Take Your Own Measurements

Yet, how do you find the perfect fit if you don’t have another ring to serve as a reference? You can actually use a thin strip of paper as a reference. Wrap the paper around the desired finger below the knuckle, taking care not to wrap it tightly. Now, measure the paper in millimeters, and use the above chart to find your size. Although some people find measuring their finger with string is a bit simpler, we’ve found that it’s not as accurate, yielding a wedding ring that can be too big or a wedding ring that can be too small.

5. Visit Your Local Jewelry Repair Shop

Are you still nervous about sizing your own finger? We understand! You can always go to a local jewelry repair shop and ask if you can use their ring sizer. This process will take only a minute or two, and the trip may give you the peace of mind that you’ve chosen the correct wedding ring size.

Did you know that most jewelry stores only carry two ring sizes—7 for women and 10 for men? This means that most likely your ring will end up having to be resized, adding additional cost and extra effort to your purchase.

Top 5 Selfcare Preparations For Your Wedding Day

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A wedding is one of the most important days of your life. Everyone wants to look good and glowing on their wedding day and that’s why so many women spend so much time and money on hairdressers and beauticians as a part of their preparations for the big day. However, there are ways to improve and nourish your beauty o+n your own and be well prepared even long before your wedding. Unless you and your fiance plan to elope, you will probably have all the reservations made long before, so you have enough time to start practicing some beauty routine months before your wedding day.  Let’s mention some of those instructions. 

Stay hydrated

Hydration is a basic step when it comes to self-care. Don’t drink water only when you feel thirsty, make it a routine and make your daily intake of water around 8-10 glasses for optimal hydration. Good hydration will make your skin moisturized and without the dark circles around the eyes. Other than water, there are other healthy drinks, like herbal tea, green or black tea, and natural juices. This will boost your energy from the beginning of the day and make you more willing to exercise, go to work, or do any other activity. 

Moisturize your skin

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This advice applies both to your face and your body. Skin beauty routine is maybe one of the most important ones. Avoid too much sun or tanning salons. If you want to be tanned for your special day, there are alternatives like spray tanning. It would be good if you visited a dermatologist if you have some skin issue because poking your zits might cause more damage to your skin. In case you have regular skin, a common beauty routine will do the work. There are plenty of self-care products you can use, like face scrubs, body scrubs, serums, body lotions, etc. Some artisan soap bars can be much better for your skin than aggressive douche gels. Extra tip: don’t forget your cleavage, nails, and hair. 

Eat well

You shouldn’t be obsessed to lose weight or anything, but if you want to take extra care and maybe lose a few pounds, there are diet tips that work for anybody. Don’t make the mistake of eating processed or canned food just because you´re too busy with the wedding preparations. Eat fresh food, fruit, vegetables, lean protein, healthy fat, whole grains…Sugar and starch are your enemies do reduce their intake to the minimum. Don’t make it complicated with some exotic food or unfamiliar ingredients. Eat what you normally eat, just avoid the unhealthy stuff like sweets, alcohol, or junk food. Combined with regular exercise it will bring you the best results.                                                                                         

Sleep well and meditate

A good nap is the best thing you can do to rest, so try to avoid using the phone or other devices before going to bed. Sleeping is better than stressing about the wedding preparations and it will give you more energy so you will be able to do more stuff in less time. 

Meditation is a powerful way of finding inner peace and as a beginner, you are not expected to have long sessions but a couple of minutes is good for preparing for the rough day at work. If you start your day with a couple of minutes of meditation sessions, you may lower your stress levels which is beneficial for your health and thus, for your beauty as well. 

Exercise regularly

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The best thing you can do to get toxins out of your system is to have good and regular sessions of exercise. Whether you do it in a gym, outdoors, or your home, the effects are beneficial in many ways. Your body will be toned, your skin will be more glowing since all the toxins will be out through sweating and you will be more energetic. Also, it relieves stress, so if the preparation of the wedding sometimes feels overwhelming, make it to the gym and you will feel better. The fact that your wedding dress will look so good on your toned body is enough to make you feel better. In case you prefer a home workout, there are plenty of videos for brides-to-be. Explore and find what suits you best and remember not to take it as another task, but try to fully enjoy it. 

A wedding and its preparation should be fun. Try to make it that way and enjoy it all the way. Although it can be stressful, it is also one of the happiest events you will participate in. These tips are here to help you make the stress and all the hassle as low as possible. Take your time and do all the necessary things at a slower pace so you can avoid the exaggerated preparation a few days before. You will already be toned, healthy, radiant, and with glowing skin thanks to these self-care ins

For Tradition’s Sake? Nontraditional Wedding Trends Today

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For Tradition’s Sake? Nontraditional Wedding Trends Today

Weddings are often steeped in tradition from the Victorian era and beyond. Today’s traditional weddings still feature things like white bridal gowns and diamond rings. But, many brides and grooms are opting to step outside the box and try different things when it comes to their big day.

The very act of having a wedding is a way to celebrate two people coming together for a lifetime commitment. That’s a tradition that will never change, and one that has been around long before the Victorian era.

But, the celebration itself has adapted over time. From small ceremonies to parties that last all night, wedding trends come and go, but some seem to stick around longer than others. While we could certainly talk about some of the traditions that have stood the test of time, it’s also fun to see how weddings have evolved over the years.

With that in mind, let’s take a look at some nontraditional wedding trends today, and how some traditions are okay to break.

It’s A Nice Day for a … Non-White Wedding?

Billy Idol may have been speaking to tradition when he sang about a white wedding, but nowadays, many brides are going the nontraditional route with their dresses. Throughout the 20th century, the white wedding dress was a symbol of virtue and purity. It represented a lifelong commitment to one person, so much so that the dress itself often became the star of every wedding.

Today, some of those stigmas and stereotypes have passed. Now, brides are breaking tradition with the colors and styles of their dresses. Millennial brides are taking the reins on this trend. Nonwhite dresses are available almost everywhere. They offer a way to save money and be unique. Some brides are ditching the dress altogether and opting for pantsuits and rompers.

Colorful weddings are becoming more popular than ever as stark white is fading into the background. It’s not just the dresses that are changing, it’s the overall color scheme. Some of the most popular wedding colors this season include:

  • Dark blue
  • Champagne
  • Gold and white
  • Burgundy
  • Pink
  • Dark gray
  • Green

By choosing a wedding dress that isn’t white, brides can create a whole color palette for their wedding that all fits together rather than standing out from everything else. For many women, having that playful pop of color is a great way to express themselves on their special day.

Ditching the Diamonds

Diamond rings are still a popular choice for engagement rings and wedding bands. That’s a tradition that’s likely to never go away. But, some couples are exploring different jewelry options, and it’s becoming quite the trend. Diamond ring alternatives can often be more affordable. But, they’re also more unique and can showcase your personality. Some of the most popular diamond alternatives are:

  • Sapphires
  • Aquamarine
  • Morganite
  • Ruby
  • Amethyst

Some sustainable-minded couples have even started to opt for more eco-friendly ring options, like bands made of stainless steel, wood, or recycled materials. The days of needing a flashy ring to show off are over as environmental concerns become more important. Thankfully, many of these alternatives are just as beautiful as any diamond, and by being a bit nontraditional in your selection, the jewelry can feel more personal and intimate.

WiFi Weddings

Obviously, Zoom gatherings weren’t a thing in the Victorian era. But, in the age of COVID-19, they have become a way of life. Throughout the pandemic, many couples opted for virtual weddings so family members and friends could safely “attend” online. Some still held small ceremonies while others got married in their own homes with family and friends watching via video.

Even now, as things are starting to go back to normal, online platforms have become a more permanent option for weddings. It’s likely a trend that is here to stay as long as technology keeps advancing.

Why?

It’s not uncommon for families to live in different parts of the country – or the world. It can be difficult (and expensive) to bring everyone together in one place.

By using an online platform and giving everyone a link, you can “stream” your wedding for those who can’t be there in person. Doing so allows them to take part in your event from the comfort of their own home. You can get as creative as you’d like with virtual ceremonies and celebrations, inviting your digital guests to eat with you, or even having a “digital dance party” by playing the same song and having everyone dance in front of their cameras.

Wedding trends will continue to change and adapt over time. While some traditions will undoubtedly continue to stick around, breaking away from certain things doesn’t have to be a “faux pax” in any way. After all, at the heart of every wedding is a couple wanting to celebrate their love, and there are countless ways to do that.