I first worked with Bridalwear company Benjamin Roberts over a year ago on a series of television programmes for Wedding TV (take a look at an episode here). In November, I was asked to do the Hair and Make-up on a two-day shoot in South Wales for their new season collection. We were shooting on location near Swansea at Stradey Castle, which was apparently used for filming the Dr Who Christmas Special in 2011. This beautiful castle, with its grand staircase and roaring flames of the stately fireplace was the ideal backdrop to the stunning collection.
As for styling, we kept the make-up natural and beautiful for the dress lookbook on day one. The skin was fresh and dewy with a pretty bridal flush to the cheeks. I used smoky taupes and browns on the eyes and applied Ardell False Eyelashes. Sarah's brows were filled in with my trusty MAC Brow Pencil in Lingering and a neutral pink gloss finished the look. Hair was swept up in a high-bun to display the beautiful headpieces.
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| Behind the Scenes - look one in the stately rooms; it's not every day I get to set-up in an area like this! |
The advertising images were the focus for day-two where we could go for a little more drama! I shaded the cheekbones with some deeper contouring and blended a strong plum blush onto the apples of the cheeks. Black eyeliner and darker shading added more definition to the eyes and a deep plum lip completed the look. Sarah's hair was styled in loose curls and later, a textured side-bun.
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| Behind the Scenes - look two in the impressive entrance-hall; stunning chandeliers and beautiful dresses |
My hero products for this shoot:
- Estee Lauder Eight Hour Cream
- No7 Lipstick in Plum Beautiful
- Ardell Demi Wispies Eyelashes
The final images will be published in multiple Bridal Magazines in February.
Many thanks to a truly fantastic team! The guys and girls at Benjamin Roberts were so friendly and welcoming, Ryan's photography was stunning and the lovely Sarah made a fabulous room-mate!
Credits:
Client: Benjamin Roberts Ltd.
Photographer: Ryan Bater
Model: Sarah Beake
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