FASHION the style council The SWD Style Council gives advice on common dress shape dilemmas as well as stacks of hair and make-up tips... GARY LEES ­ HAIR Gary is based at Lees & Thompson Hairdressing in Motherwell and was shortlisted for Scottish Hairdessser of the Year at the British Hairdressing Awards 2007/08. He specialises in bridal hair and can also be found session styling during London Fashion Week. Gary Lees @ Lees & Thompson Hairdressing, T: 01698 266 661 BEVERLY MCCOLGAN ­ MAKE-UP Beverly has worked as a freelance make-up artist for more than 20 years. She has built up a fantastic reputation in the industry working in fashion editorial and advertising as well as creating classic looks for many brides-to-be. Beverly McColgan, T: 07947 552 839, W: www.beverlymccolgan.com KAREN FINLAYSON ­ STYLIST Karen is director of Renideo, a style consultancy and colour analysis business based in Edinburgh. She offers a `wardrobe edit and shopping' service as well as fashion advice for the whole wedding party. Karen Finlayson @ Renideo, T: 0797 334 6715, W: www.renideo.co.uk mature decision Q `I'm a more mature bride-to-be (35) who doesn't normally wear much make-up. I want to create a natural and flattering look but don't know where to start. Help!' the stylist... "You're at a fabulous age to get married ­ young enough to look glamorous but old enough to look elegant. So seek inspiration from Hollywood greats like Ava Gardner and embrace a vintage theme." the hairdresser... "With the first look (left) we went for a classic wave accessorised with a simple headpiece ­ so subtle it almost looks like a brooch. If you'd prefer to wear your hair up. this elegant style (right) is ideal; it's simple yet effective and doesn't require much maintainence on the day. Brides in this age group should avoid a tiara at all costs!" the make-up artist... "As you get older two things must be used with care ­ eyeliner and eyeshadow. With eyeliner you must make sure that it is taken very close to the lashline to avoid closing the eye. And don't go too heavy on the eyeshadow (this can be ageing) ­ instead we went for a bright, strong lipstick." www.scottishweddingdirectory.co.uk Pearl and crystal headband (£65), from Bonnibijou Brides. Pearl necklace (£44.99) and bracelet (£36.99), both from Aye Do FOR STOCKISTS SEE PAGE 382 AUTUMN/WINTER 2009 137