Gliding down the aisle with all eyes turned your way, you will no doubt want to look and feel your best. Here are some fundamentals.

Many brides prefer to do their own hair and wear it naturally. Others like to arrange for something special. If you are having it done at a salon, make an appointment about one month before the wedding and try the style with the headpiece at that time.

Get your hairstylist to show you a variety of styles before you choose one that suits your lifestyle, features and personal taste.

MAKEUP
You may choose to do your own makeup or hire a professional makeup artist to do you or the entire wedding party. If you do your own makeup, apply enough so that you have colour and don't look washed out. But don't overdo it. Ideally, your makeup should look natural.

     Some tips for better photographs:

• Use a foundation close to your natural skin colour.
• Avoid shiny skin by brushing powder lightly on neck and face.
• Line your eyes with brown pencil.
• Do not use frosted liner or eyeshadow.
• Use brown or black mascara.
• Apply a blush that complements your skin tone to your cheekbones and blend upward.
• Line your lips with a pencil, then apply a pastel lipstick with a touch of gloss on the lower lip.

CONSULTANT
This might be a good time to employ the services of an image consultant who can advise you on the most flattering hairstyle, makeup, poise and overall wardrobe. Besides helping you to come up with the right look for your wedding day, this expert can help you to develop an ongoing style for your personal and professional life as a married woman.

This is also a good time to consider an exercise regimen that will help you to lose weight, increase muscle tone and get fit. There are numerous health clubs in Toronto for that purpose, or you can just get out and take a good brisk walk every day. Exercise is a great way to relieve stress.