PALL BRIDAL GUIDE Wednesday September Its a cake no matter how you slice it f Most would probabh be surprised that his elaborate cake is artificial Phil Miller left the owner of Millers Baken in Georgetown and his wife more and more people are using artificial cakes during the reception because I is more for the families putting on the wedding Herald photo Expert suggests 10 steps to perfect makeup for brides Glum Roberts dirt I tir Aril en has 1 the world mjkiup aduc of women inLluilmj mam to be He learned firsthand what the are and has become something of an expert on bridal makeup Here are some tips from Glenn on planning the wedding makeup 1 Don wan until before the wed ding to experiment with makeup and hairstyles Stan far enough ahead so that you will be comfortable with both the look and he way to achieve it on the day of the wedding 2 Try out hair and makeup with all the pieces of your wedding ensemble veil or hat dress jewelry and if possi ble do it in the actual light of church or synagogue Since both dim church lighting and wearing all white tend to wash out he features don be afraid to wear plenty of color lively pastels in light to medium shades and apply it on all parts of the face equally with no one feature domi a professional facial a week before the wedding deep clean skin and pores and give any possible crop lions a chance to heal If wear glasses be sure to choose bright show through he and balance of color on the rest fjct Also softly line the eyes on both and lower lids with a urn sIuJl deeper than lh eyeshadow Treat yourselt to a manicure and pedicure a day or two before the wedding so that hands that cut the cake look lovely and feet that stand throughout the reception feel smooth and comfortable To make lipstick last through the ceremony and beyond apply Visible Dif ference Lip Fix before applying lipstick It will also prevent lipstick from bleeding out beyond the mouth Then the lips neatly with a pencil and fill in lip color using a brush On the da oi the wedding allow two hours of quiet preparation before leaving for the ceremony Sit don stand relaxed in front of a good or with plenty of light to do your hair and makeup 9 Keep a compact lipstick and tissues at hand with a bridesmaid or mother for quick touch ups between ceremony and receiving line and after the recepti n wears on Relax il followed lions this far you should be refreshed and ready to enjoy the day looking your radiant best More and more couples want their wedding cake a week in ad so people serving the cake aren rushed during the reception the owner of Miller s Bakery in Georgetown says The cake can be sliced into serv portions wrapped in napkins and decorated with an ornament in advance so at the reception all that s left to be done he said An artificial cake is used as a substitute during the presentation of the wedding cake Since the cake serves more as a ceremonial bol than a dessert this way of do ing things makes perfect sense said Mr Miller There are those couples who only use a dummy cake he said The stvrofoam cake looks exactly like a real wedding cake but is significant cheaper said Mr Miller An average real wedding cake costs between and but a dummy cake can be rented for a day Dummy cakes also allow the couple to use an old family recipe for the cake while maintaining tradition he said Mr Miller recommends the ar tiftcial cake because it s cheaper and more convenient for the What some people do is have a tiered cake that is a combination of real layers and artificial ones Peo ple tiered cakes because it gives the impression of a big wed ding But because of the costs in volved and a small guest list a tiered all real cake might be unnecessary he said The most popular wedding cakes in this area are the tonal type British fruit cake with almond paste and royal icing said Mr Miller A spunge cake is another popular type especially fof those who want a more modern type cake Mr Miller said The icing is rolled on a modern cake so that it drapes over the cake giving it rounded edges he said And artistry of this kind requires a cake he said But Mr Miller said there is no one right type of cake It a per sonal thing Wedding cakes can range from the moderate one- tiered type with a minimum of decorations and ornaments to the grandiose style of many tiers elaborate designs and decorations WEDDING INVITATIONS OFFICE MAGIC carries custom order in vitations from many dif ferent suppliers So you have your choice to suit your style Do it yourself invitations are also available BUT THATS NOT ALL WE ALSO CARRY GUEST BOOKS WEDDING ALBUMS PLUME PENS CAKE WRAPS POM POMS and much much more OFFICE MAGIC Stationery Furniture and Office Supplies 136GUELPHST GEORGETOWN FAX Georgetown Fruit Market he said It s important the couple work with the baker to get a cake that fits the theme of their wedding he said For example the baker can make a cake that has intricate shell and scroll icing with decora tions including flowers 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