Symphony By The Sea Giveaway

Inspired by the last night of the Proms, enjoy some of the most popular classics performed on the beach by the full, 37 piece Cornish Sinfonia Orchestra, culminating in a spectacular cliff top firework display.

We have teamed up with the lovely people over at Lusty Glaze Beach and together we are giving away 2 tickets to this perfect night on the sands of a beautiful beach. A summer evening of stunning music to share with one of your favourite people. Whether it be your other half, your best friend or a family member we want to give you the chance to share this amazing event with someone and experience the magic. All you have to do is follow us on the media channel you prefer and comment/tag who you would take if you won under the promo photo! Click here for facebook, our instagram handle is @thebridalhouseofcornwall and our twitter handle is @bridalhousecnwl to enter. 

The event will be the most ambitious concert ever staged at Lusty Glaze Beach. The Cornish Sinfonia Orchestra will fill the cove with uplifting tunes and classical favourites, building to a crescendo with spectacular a choreographed firework display that will set the night sky alight.

Since its launch in 1999, Cornwall's own orchestra, Cornish Sinfonia, has established a stronghold within the cultural life of the county. The orchestra is made up of the finest players from Cornwall, Devon and further afield.

Symphony by the Sea is set to be one of the highlights of a sizzling summer at Lusty Glaze, as thousands of people of all ages flock to the beach to witness the Cornish Sinfonia Orchestra perform an evening of classical music, against the backdrop of Cornwall’s stunning coastline.

A series of shelters will be erected on the beach for the Last Night of the Proms style event on Sunday 31^st July 2016, providing an all-weather solution for the unique outdoor concert.

Breathtaking geographical features make Lusty Glaze Beach very unique and special. However, being surrounded by 80-100ft cliffs, there is only one access point and this is via the famous 133 steps. There are resting places every 10-12 steps but access may still be difficult for the less able or elderly guests.

Date: Sunday 31^st July 2016

www.lustyglaze.co.uk

This is an incredible event and in the summer when the nights are warmer and the days are longer we can't think of a better way to spend an evening! This giveaway will be ending on the 16th April so GOODLUCK to you all!

Make Up Testimonial - Beauty Parlour

AMY -

On Saturday the 12^th of August I set off to St Merryn to do the lovely Rebecca Heseltons wedding make up. We had done a trail two weeks before so with the required tools in hand and the desired look fresh in my mind I arrived to her parents’ home for 11am. One of my favourite things about my job is the feeling I get when I arrive at a bride to be’s house on the morning of her wedding. Excitement is thick in the air and to be a small part of that leaves me feeling really lucky and honoured. Plus, as far as brides go Rebecca was a dream! She was excited, laid back and just so lovely to work with – which makes my job incredible easy. Rebecca chose a natural look for the day and so we went for shimmers and soft shades as you will see from the photographs. We had a laugh during the makeup and upon showing Rebecca the completed look I received a huge hug as she told me it was exactly what she had envisioned. I spent my time between doing Rebecca and her mums make up advising and having a play with the bridesmaids make up. And then when Kirsteen, Rebeccas' mum was ready I set to work with her. Again she was laid back and lovely. All she wanted were the appearance of her few age spots reduced for the day. For Kirsteen I applied a light coverage of foundation and again subtle tones. She also was thrilled and the makeup even received a compliment from her husband!

Thank you Rebecca and the bridal party, it was an honour to be there on the morning of your wedding and congratulations Mr and Mrs Miles, I wish you a lifetime of happiness together!

REBECCA -

First of all, let me say THANK YOU so much for doing our makeup. You were so brilliant. The trial in the gorgeous bridal house of Cornwall put me right at ease. We talked about mood boards, the kind of makeup I usually wear and the kind of look we wanted for the wedding (natural, 'me at my best' and able to withstand whatever the Cornish weather threw at it). By having the trial we could tweak exactly what I wanted so I felt really comfortable and excited going into the morning of the wedding. 

And on the morning of the wedding, you were perfect. I had a cold! (No one ever reads about brides with colds!) But Amy made sure my skin was flawless. The makeup you used was great for sensitive skins, matched away a slightly dubious sunglasses tan line mark and created a natural, pretty and 'English Rose' look which I really wanted. So many people complimented me throughout the day on how well I l looked and how natural which was the best compliment ever. 

I bought my dress, veil and shoes from Bridal house of Cornwall so I had experienced first-hand how well Tash, Kelly and Amy looked after Brides to be. So when I heard Amy was setting up the beauty parlour I knew that she would have the perfect combination of someone who really knows how to look after you and make you feel special, as well as being a top notch makeup artist. I felt absolutely incredible all day and it was down in no small part to Amy and her team. 

KIRSTEEN -

The morning spent getting ready for the ceremony, was a time of love, companionship and purpose. Amy was in charge of doing our makeup, I do not usually wear make-up....ever...so was reluctant to do anything too radical. Rebecca, however, was keen that I have some make-up done professionally and sensitively; Amy knew exactly what was expected of her and set to.  

Amy asked if there was anything I particularly wanted and all I said was I still wanted to look like "me" but without the two age spots!! No problem she said and began.... when I looked in the mirror it was "me" on a really good day, it was "me" without the age spots and it was "me" looking happy and delighted with the results.

My husband said “It’s beautiful - you look really lovely". Note to self.....must start using make up!!

Amy also gave the bridesmaids advice and guidance when asked, was not flustered and remained calm and unhurried. It was perfect.

Amy, thank you for all you did in helping Rebecca and being a part of her special day, thank you.

I would certainly recommend Amy and I just loved knowing that I really did look my best.

Autumnal Inspiration

A little bit of inspiration leading you into a beautiful season today. Autumn is the final burst of energy before winter hits, with autumnal colours effortlessly complimenting each other. It's also a wonderful season to be married in, with the perfect reasons to embrace bonfires, snuggle in blankets and have the perfect natural lighting in the evening of your big day.

We created a mini mood board to tingle your autumn taste buds and inspire you, if you haven't set a date yet, or if you are getting married but need little personal touches this autumn. A season we love and want to fully embrace. 

Like most people we spend too long on pinterest so we collated our favourite autumnal finds into this post for you to pull ideas from or inspire your own creations. 

We love love love the idea of giving a jar or tube of the tastiest hot chocolate mix as favours, why not bring out hot water in the evening so people are use them on the night when you're all outside and the air gets a bit chillier? Or carve into pumpkins, turn the into lanterns to light your aisle or simple to help people find their way in and out the venue? There is always new ideas to be created and every wedding is unique, if you have any lovely ideas you used or will use on your wedding day let us know, we'd love to hear them! 

All photo credit from Pinterest!