Bridal Bites

Designers to know, products to try and big-day essentials to buy

EYE SPY

Dazzling lashes are the cherry on top when it comes to bridal beauty, so the new falsies collaboration between lash queen Ashley Allen and couture bridal designer Trish Peng is sure to set hearts aflutter. The 12 ready-to-wear eyelash styles are made from premium PBT silk fibres, are light and flexible, and can be worn up to 10 times when properly cared for. Purchase your wedding lashes now from Ashley Allen’s Auckland salons in Kumeu, Parnell and Westfield St Lukes.

THAT’S A WRAP

Kitting your bridal party out in matching robes will make your getting-ready photos look pretty as a

picture. This cotton floral cover-up from Wallace Cotton is not only a great price-point, but can double as a gift for your girls, too. Wallace Cotton Hydrangea robe, $79.90.

LOVE LOCAL

This season, Juliette Hogan is introducing a stunning new gown to her line of bridalwear — the Gaia dress — made from smooth, plain-weave silk, habutai. The classic silhouette would be perfectly suited to an elegant city wedding, or any bride looking for a timeless design. Juliette Hogan Gaia dress in Talc, $1199.