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Review: Semi-permanent Mink Eyelash Extensions at NuEssence

Last week we suggested using the Christmas period to test-run those long wearing bridal beauty treatments you’ve been thinking about, starting with your three week manicure. Well, this week we’re bringing the focus up to the peepers by trying out those

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Review: Artistic Colour Gloss Three Week Manicure from Mink Hand and Foot Spa

Ah, the festive season. The never-ending flow of wine, the countless mince pies and the 12 (million) pubs of Christmas . We do love it. If you’re anything like us, then you’ll probably find that between office parties, family gatherings

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Ask the Experts – When Should I Expect to get my Wedding Photo Album?

There is nothing more exciting after your wedding than finally getting your hands on your professional photo album. All the Instagram and iPhone snaps in the world won’t compare to seeing your wedding day beautifully portrayed in a storybook for you to pass on from generation to generation. Of course, with all that anticipation comes a little bit of anxiety – “It’s been two weeks!!! Where the heck is it!!” – Before you lose the rag with your photographer, we’ve asked our experts just how long after your wedding you should expect to receive your photo album, and why…

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Five Bridal Superstitions & How To Survive Them

In today’s no-nonsense age, few people admit to being afraid of the black cat, avoiding walking under ladders, or opening umbrellas indoors. Yet bridal superstitions seem to be alive and well! Women who, until engagement day, displayed completely reasonable behaviour are suddenly saying no to wearing pearls, because it may bring bad luck, and choosing not to marry on the 13th of any given month.

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Top Table Dilemmas – Family Issues

Your wedding top table is like a VIP area – everyone wants to be included! While it’s traditional to include the parents, the best man and the chief bridesmaid, you may have some difficulties if there are any family issues. Here are some brilliant alternatives to a traditional top table setting that may help you avoid any family conflicts.

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What Do Ushers Do?

The groom has a job – to show up groomed and say “I do”. The best man has a job – to support the groom. But what about the ushers? Are they just decorative escorts to the bridesmaids, extras from the stag do, or perhaps something along the lines of Robin Hood’s merry men? Well – yes, no and maybe! How about no more guessing – here’s our no-nonsense guide to usher duties.

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What To Do After the Wedding – Your Legal Checklist

Peace at last… in the first weeks of your newlywed life you probably would like nothing more than to enjoy each other away from all the wedding planning. You may already have a to-do list for after the wedding – store the dress, send thank-you cards, return unwanted gifts… however, there are important legal things you should do as soon as you can.

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