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Bridal 2000
A groom’s guide to good grooming
After months of planning, the big
day has finally arrived. A wedding
march has begun, the bride is being
bustled, the guests are settled-and
all eyes are on...the groom!
While there are many wedding
day rituals to ensure a beautiful
bride, it is just as important for a
groom to be well-groomed. But
men know that a little preparation
can go a long way. On average,
they spend 23 minutes grooming
themselves each day; on special
occasions, 31 minutes.
Following are some wedding-day
tips to ensure the groom looks and
feels his best. After all, it's his
special day, too!
HAIR CARE
The best hairstyle for a groom?
Something classic and neat that
won't look dated in wedding-day
pictures. And because shorter hair
tends to grow fast, have your hair
cut during the week before your
wedding for the freshest look.
STARTING SMART
Eat a light, healthy breakfast to
boost your energy for the day. Try
a bowl of oatmeal or natural cereal
with fruit or nuts and nonfat milk, a
grapefruit, a glass of juice and a
cup of decaffeinated coffee or tea.
NO-NICK SHAVING
Shower or bathe before you
shave, and wash the face and neck
with warm water. It takes about
two minutes of soaking to achieve
optimal beard softening for a
comfortable shave. Apply plenty of
shaving cream or gel to keep beard
hair moist during the shave; try a
sensitive skin or aloe-enriched
shaving cream or gel.
DON’T SWEAT IT
The pressure of getting married is
no sweat to handle with a strong
anti-perspirant. New technology,
makes it even easier to get better
protection from odor and wetness
with active ingredients that
penetrate underarm hair and go
directly to the skin.
SCENTSATIONAL
ACCESSORIES
NAIL NEWS
Men everywhere are handing
their hands over to manicurists.
Nails are cut, cleaned and buffed.
Cuticles are trimmed or pushed
back. Hands are soaked and
massaged. A great look for the
groom? Short nails that just exceed
fingertips, with square or round
tips.
comfortable. The key to looking
comfortable and confident is
feeling comfortable and confident.
Clothes that are too tight or
mismatched for your body type will
make you look ill-at-ease and feel
awkward and uncomfortable.
Premium men's grooming
products, and aftershave skin
conditioners, are available at drug
stores, mass market and
supermarket outlets everywhere .
When walking oown the aisle, it’s
important to put one's best face
forward. To replenish moisture and
soften skin, aftershave skin
conditioners are ideal. Many
aftershave skin conditioners feature
great fragrances. These masculine
fragrances are also available as
aftershave splashes, appropriate for
all occasions, including a wedding.
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WEDDING DAY DUDS
Formalwear is determined by
time of day and formality of
wedding. Even if yours is a black
tie affair, make sure your tuxedo is
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Wedding footnotes
with fancy accents
Today’s bridal fashions are as
diversified as today’s woman.
Individual expression is the new
focus: Brides can choose styles that
are whimsical, glamorous or
traditional for their wedding theme.
And, the accessories they choose
to complete the look can make the
difference between looking good
and looking sensational.
Choosing the right shoes that
complement the total look is easier
today than ever. Styles include
plain satin, floral tapestries, lace-
on-satin and ornamental treatments.
When’dyed-to-match, satin shoes
provide the perfect footnote to a
colour-accented wedding gown, as
well as a necessity for a truly
fashionable bridal party. Here are
expert hints for choosing the best
footwear accents for the bride and
her attendants:
1. Choose a comfortable heel
height. There are a variety of
fashion styles available in high,
medium and low heel heights.
2. Try on the shoes at gown
fittings. The height of the heels will
affect the skirt length.
3. Break in new shoes by wearing
them around the house for a few
hours at least a week before the
ceremony. Scuff the soles a bit to
avoid slipping down the aisle.
4. When having shoes dyed-to-
match, bring a swatch of material
from the dress - don’t guess at the
right shade. Allow 72 hours for
dyeing.
5. For a dressier look, try a floral
tapestry design or lace-on-satin
dyeables. The lace dyes lighter than
the satin for a contrasting effect.
6. Add pizzazz to a plain pump
with a rhinestone or pearl clip-on
ornament.
7. Satin dyeable maryjanes with a
swivel strap or strapless skimmer
are available for children.
Flowergirls should be fitted in-store
to assure proper fit.
No matter what theme the bride
chooses - traditional, glamorous or
whimsical - the secret behind a
joyous and flawless wedding is
planning ahead.
DREAMS COME TRUE
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to provide you with
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Traditional or contemporary
• Fresh or silk
We will create elegant bouquets,
centerpieces & corsages to suit
your style & budget
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Call 523-4440 to make an
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