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January 23, 2008
January 22, 2008
What's happening...
Isha Foss Events has been asked to design a tabletop for the Virginia Beach Convention Center for the VOW Bride Event. The showcase will take place on Sunday, January 27 at 11:30. Admission ($10) benefits Samaritan House.
Check out an article on Green Weddings in the current issue of Hampton Roads Bride magazine. The interview came about as a result of a previous Wedster post. Click here for a link to that post. To view the magazine article visit the Isha Foss Events press page.
Interview: Kim Wadsworth, BridesMade
Wedster is always trying to bring brides the information they need to make their wedding day beautiful! Today we are chatting with national makeup artist Kim Wadsworth of Wadsworth Style and BridesMade. Kim has been a fashion journalist for over 15 years and is founding editor of VOW Bride and F.A.B. magazines.
Image courtesy of David Schwartz Photography
Wedster: Kim, what are the trends in bridal makeup?
Kim: In covering the bridal collections in New York each fall and winter for Vow Bride magazine, I get an idea of the overall look that designers envision for brides. Two looks stood out prominently for Spring 2008. The return to glamour with 40's styling- dark eyes, lashes, full deeper lip, hair down and wavy. Or the continuation of a pretty young look, again with hair down (very few updo's although they don't understand the humidity that Virginian brides must deal with!) Soft palettes for eye shadows, light glossy lips, fresh face with a touch of shimmer. Again, lashes made a strong presence, be they full lashes or flairs (individual.)
Wedster: How do you arrive at ‘the look’ for each bride?
Kim: There is no template for bridal beauty. A dialogue must be established and it is up to us to draw as much as we can about the bride, her style, her daily makeup usage vs. special event application. We insist on making our brides be mindful that this is THE dressiest day of their life. Their guests EXPECT them to look different- meaning, that they have makeup that balances the elegance of their gown. It's their big day to shine and we make sure they are radiant yet as "natural" as one can be when wearing makeup. The meaning of makeup has changed so much in the last five years. The challenge is to break them out of a mindset that they will look unrecognizable. That is NOT what bridal makeup is all about. It is about drawing out the strongest features, documenting their wedding day beauty with sophistication and subtle allure with regard to application.
Wedster: Is it better to try a glam new look or something more natural?
Kim: Experimentation with your bridal beauty is a personal choice. We recommend taking steps beyond the day makeup you are use to. If it is an evening wedding (after five), then something more glam will look appropriate, no doubt. A morning or afternoon wedding signifies something classic but we have many brides who want to go for it, meaning they are ready to make their look memorable and glamorous. They DON'T want the same old look- that's why they hire us!
Wedster: Would you recommend a trial run? If so, when?
Kim: Trial runs are MANDATORY. They should also be with hair. We all desire that "dress rehearsal" to get all the unknowns known. This is the ideal time to discuss the look a bride wants, get an idea of the feel of the day, see photos of the dress and then know what direction to guide a bride. We always encourage brides to do the trial when they are attending a party or shower. Or, schedule a trial with their hair stylist, then come for makeup, and then get their gown fitting. It's the perfect way to "peek" at how the whole look will come together!
Wedster: That is a great suggestion! Do you recommend the bride begin a skin care regimen prior to the wedding?
Kim: Brides are stressed and have the usual breakouts. Therefore, skin care should start 6 months prior to the wedding. Facials, waxing, hydration all play a key role in how your complexion will look. Brides fall apart over a blemish and we tell them every time, "this is why you hire the professionals." There are outstanding products that conceal and once the makeup is done, no one will know about that blemish but the bride- and us!
Wedster: I know that you get very busy with media work. How soon should a bride book your services?
Kim: I am booked 6-10 months ahead. There is the usual list of important things that need to be booked- the location, the coordinator, the photographer, the florist and the caterer. But surprisingly, brides put beauty (meaning makeup and hair) near the bottom and then they are disappointed when they can't get with the beauty makers they want. Gratefully, I have three associates who have been with me for 10 years. We are all trained to cater to the needs of our brides and on certain dates, each of us has our own bride and bridal party to make up. If I am already booked, my girls as just as capable and experienced. We love brides.
Wedster: Wow, that's good to know! Tell our readers about the VOW bridal show.
Kim: The Vow Bride Event is Sunday January 27, 2008 at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Because the show is in tandem with Vow Bride Magazine, we ensure that brides are meeting with various vendors, as any show would provide, but we also feature guest speakers, designers and workshops to make the content of the magazine come to life. This year we have Heidi Elnora, a bridal gown designer who was on Project Runway and Mandy Greenan of Tigerlilly Tiaras and Jewelry. They will be there to meet brides and chat with them. They flew in their designs to us and we will feature them in the fashion show. I think it will be very exciting! All the proceeds at the door ($10.) will be donated to The Samaritan House, our local shelter for battered women. We are thrilled to be partnering with them!
Wedster: That is a very worthy organization. Thanks Kim!
Kim Wadsworth is the founding editor of Vow Bride magazine, available at specialty bridal stores and at Barnes & Noble. Her bridal makeup company, BridesMade, was started in 1990. Visit Kim at www.kimwadsworth.com and click BridesMade for bridal packages and pricing.
January 21, 2008
Aaron's Bar Mitzvah: Sports Theme
When it comes to the Bar/Bat Mitzvah, the designer is always balancing the wants of the child and the desires of the parent. In this case Aaron wanted a sports theme and his mom wanted something that was different than foam cutouts and sports paraphenalia on the tables. She also wanted something that felt like the ESPN Zone restaurants. Here is what we came up with:
AARON'S ZONE!
Wire Art Sports Figures in Authentic Team Jerseys of Aaron's favorite teams (a great keepsake or giveaway)
Buffet Station Centerpiece w/ team penants.
Ice Art rocked the ice bar! There is a bat and baseballs embedded in the center!
Candy Buffet w/ sports theme boxes from www.iparty.com
Sports themed place cards to match the centerpiece jerseys!
Isha Foss Events provides event and floral design for Bar Mitzvahs, Quinceaneras, and Sweet Sixteens.
Check back next week as we do a non-themed Bar Mitzvah for Aaron's friend Andrew!
January 20, 2008
The Special Event 2008
I'm back and inspired! I spent last week in Atlanta, GA for the Home Decor & Gift Market - I got lots of resources - and the Special Event 2008 conference. Without a doubt the Wedding Luncheon is the highlight of this expo and educational conference for event professionals. Each year the host city's brightest and best strut their collective stuff before their peers. This showcasing event begins with a style gallery of 'over the top' wedding ideas and is followed by a wonderful luncheon. Every year this event sells out. Here's why:
How awesome are these ideas?! Are you excited? I am! Isha Foss Events is a wedding & event planning and design firm. Contact us to talk about how we can take these inspirations and tailor them for your event!
Stay tuned for more images and ideas from The Special Event.
January 10, 2008
And the winner is
Congratulations to Rosana! “Mint for Each Other” is now the name for the new cookie I made over the holidays! Rosana will be enjoying two passes to The Hermitage, as well as lunch for two at Gourmet Gang. Thank you to everyone who submitted their suggestions. With so many great ones to choose from, Isha and I had a hard time deciding.
Isha Foss Events is heading out tonight to The Funny Bone to spend some time with friends, sharing some laughs to kick off the New Year. Check out the Funny Bone at www.vabeachfunnybone.com Our brides are always looking for fun things to do with their friends during those months of planning their wedding. A comedy club would be a great place get your whole bridal party together to unwind.
Keep checking in with us! 2008 is going to be an exciting year and we are looking forward to sharing it with you.
Isha Foss Events is a coordination, consulting, and design company. Please visit us on the web at www.ishafossevents.com
January 08, 2008
News!
Wow! What a great show! Thanks to all our clients who stopped by our booth and prospective clients who have scheduled consultations!
We kept the booth simple - lots of color and beautiful lighting from Blue Steel Pro Lighting. Of course our candy buffet was a hit! We also ran a slideshow of some of our events. Primarily we wanted to introduce our team - Tania, Stephanie and I - as well as our newest addition....
Isha Foss Events is pleased to announce the addition of Mia Byrd, Wedding Coordinator, to our team. Mia started working with us late last season but brings a wealth of experience working with brides at the area's top wedding venues as well as her own private coordinating business.
Mia's image courtesy of Keith Cephus Photography