My Mum's wedding!

It is not every day that your mother gets married and you get to be by her side to enjoy all the happy celebrations, I loved every minute! I designated myself matron of honour early on so that I could help where need be but I have to say Mum and John made it look easy with a little help from Mary at the wedding venue Strand House I dare say!

Stand House was the perfect venue for Mum and John's intimate wedding. Mary made sure everything ran smoothly and made the whole three day event for many of us absolutely spectacular. We all recommend Strand House very highly for weddings, events and leisurely breaks.

http://thestrandhouse.co.uk

For some pre-wedding pampering Mum, Jo and I headed to he Rye retreat for manicures and pedicures which was a lovely experience and the girls did a fantastic job.  On the wedding day Jo and I also had our hair styled there.  I was a little worried going to a new salon for special occasion hair, but I need not have been.  I was so pleased with my hair, they listened to exactly what I wanted and did a fantastic job.  I highly recommend and hope to visit again when in the area. http://theryeretreat.co.uk

The wedding cake was themed around John's MG and looked and tasted amazing! Jackie at Cake Expectations was a delight to deal with and we highly recommend. http://www.cakeexpectations.co.uk

Mum's beautiful bouquet and flowers were designed around a vintage roses theme and looked absolutely stunning. http://www.theflowerhouse.biz/wedding-flowers/

Mum's wedding day make-up is by me, you can see more of my work at my website and on Facebook

www.nikimakeup.co.uk

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Richard Page provided the fabulous photography capturing the special moments of the day, he did a fantastic job!  All images used on this blog are by Richard. http://www.page-creations.com

Thank you for a wonderful time and a huge "Congratulations" once again Mum & John! Xxx

October Update!

October didn't start too well I was in a car accident which was quite scary and my beloved MX5 was written off, happily I now have a replacement one : )

We have had some lovely sunny and mild autumn days which has been lovely to top up my Vitamin D and enjoy walks with my doggies.  As you can see Lucas has been on top form for his cute poodle poses this month too!

As the recommended Make-up artist at Luton Hoo hotel I attended the wedding showcase evening and I am looking forward to working at lots of weddings there over the coming months.
http://www.lutonhoo.co.uk

I had my first wedding at Bassmead Manor Barns beautifying Rebecca, her mum and maids.  It was a great morning and a fabulous venue to work in. http://www.bassmeadmanorbarns-weddings.co.uk

I did the hair and make-up at a video fitness shoot in Bedford for three models for three days in a stunning barn location house.

I am off on holiday's soon to recharge after a very busy year!

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Siobhan's South farm Wedding!

On 13th September I did the bridal make-up for Siobhan and her mum at South farm, Royston.

It is one of my favourite wedding venues and I am lucky enough to work here often as a recommended Make-up artist.

On this occasion I worked alongside hairstylist Tina Crossley at http://www.beautifulhair4weddings.co.uk who created an elegant and stunning updo for Siobhan's big day!

The beautiful photography and photo credits here are all thanks to the fabulous James Rouse at https://www.jamesrouse.com

Venue https://www.south-farm.co.uk

 I just love the drive into South farm it it just perfect!

 A lovely light and spacious bridal suite to enjoy some pre-wedding pampering.

Behind the scenes action from Tina and I!

Action station!

I love the lilac eyeshadows we went for to bring out Siobhan's beautiful eyes.

 Cant leave mum out!

My favourite shot, hair and make-up complete and time to get into the wedding dress!

Make-up services https://www.nikimakeup.co.uk

Autumn/Winter 2015 Makeup & Hair trends.

Autumn is upon us in the UK and my update of the 2015 Autumn/Winter Hair & Make-up trends is here to guide you through fashionably!  You may want to avoid some of the the 'Grunge' and 'Gothic' looks or who knows you may want to adapt them to work for you.

Firstly are my top five kit essentials you will need to buy to stay on trend:
*Skin illuminator for the no make-up look
*Black Kohl pencil to apply in the water line
* New lipstick in any shade of berry, red or nude pink
*hairbands for that super sleek ponytail or texturised knot
*pink/peach toned blusher for that healthy flush

My personal favourite trends are:

*Roberto Cavali

For the rock 'n' roll waves and kohl rimmed eyes...

 * Diane Von Furstenberg

For the ultimate modern smoky eye....

*Moschino

For simple sun kissed winter beauty...

*Oscar-De-La-Renta

For ultimate evening glamour...

*Topshop Unique

For casual daytime beauty...

Here are the trends you need to know!

* "Greige" the latest buzz word ....as seen at Marc Jacobs.

*Lipgloss... as seen at Rodarte, Rag & Bone, Fendi and Roland Mouret

*Barely there make-up

*Graphic liner and eyeliner in the waterline

*Berry and red lips or nude pinks

*Side partings and sleek pony tails

*Updo's consisting of modern topknots and pleats

* Adornment with crystals and tattoos