Be A Blushing, Not A Rushing Bride

Getting   married can be one of the most memorable and lovely times of your life. But,  it can also be one of the most stressful.

With so many decisions to make, high-priced expenses and working on a tight   deadline, it’s easy to see how even the most put-together person could   get frazzled.

However, stress is not healthy for a bride-to-be. It is commonly known that   stress can affect both physical and mental health, but it can also wreak havoc   on one’s appearance. Stress-induced headaches can contribute to wrinkling   around the brow line and eyes from scrunching the face in pain. Additionally,  it can cause a person to over- or under-eat, resulting in weight gain and other   cosmetic factors like dull hair, which won’t be complementary to your   pre-wedding beauty plan.

In order to feel and look recharged for your wedding day, check out these   solutions to help keep stress at bay.

* Schedule time for non-wedding-related activities. From dress fittings to   consultations with your makeup artist, a bride’s calendar is packed with   appointments all related to her big day. Don’t forget to schedule some   downtime for yourself, like a day spent entirely watching movies at home.

  * Don’t be afraid to delegate. Understandably, you want to have control   over your wedding planning along with your fiancé. But taking on too   many responsibilities can quickly wear at your nerves. You chose a bridal party   for good reason, so enlist them to help out with as much as they can. Reserve   the big decisions for yourself, such as picking out bouquet blooms, but let   them work through the drama of deciding on other things. If anyone offers help,  take them up on it.

  * Make the most of your hair type and style. Bridal styles are often intricate   up-dos or cascading curls—styles you don’t do every day that require   more effort than simply shampooing and a blowout. Set up an appointment with   your stylist to discuss options that will work with your face and the style   of your dress. Don’t forget to schedule a trial run to make sure you are   happy with the look.

  * Treat your body right. Exercise can do wonders for mood and appearance. Aim   for 30 minutes of moderate exercise a day. This gets the blood pumping, fueling   the entire body with energy. Your skin will glow and your hair will be revived.

  Avoid drastic diets and choose well-balanced, portion-controlled meals. Remember,  you need to keep your energy up before your wedding day.

  * Follow your budget. Some wedding stress is money-related. Talk about what   you plan to budget for the wedding with your fiancé so you know what   you can afford, and comparison shop for vendors. This way there will be few   surprises when you’re writing out checks or swiping your credit card.

Keep stress levels to a minimum so that your wedding day can be the happy   occasion you deserve.