Spring has sprung and summer is on the horizon, so the sound of wedding bells is set to get louder in the coming months.

But, of course, it is not all about the day itself.

The groundwork can be months in the making, even longer, so it is comforting to know that experts are on hand to ensure that it all goes smoothly and that those who matter are looking their best.

1. Perfect your smile

Greeting guests, laughing at the best man's speech and enjoying your first dance - you'll be smiling your way through every moment on your wedding day. And of course, it will all be captured in your precious photos.

With many different treatments on offer, including teeth whitening. You can even get an anti-wrinkle package too.

2. Pick your hair colour and style months ahead of the day

What's the best tip to getting your dream do for your wedding? Plenty of preparation! 

Browse for the looks you like most then, at least four months before your wedding day, experiment with your hair style and colour.

3. Match your wedding hair with your dress and veil

Remember, your look should be consistent from head to toe

A few months before the big day, she says, it’s a good idea to start browsing looking through wedding magazines and websites, so you have an idea of what styles will work best with your dress veil and any hair accessories.

You need to pre-plan, book appointments in advance and make sure your final cut and colour happens a couple of weeks before your wedding day. In order to have the wedding hair you want, a trial is a must to see what works best.

4. Your make-up should last all day - so get it done professionally

Make-up that looks THIS good needs an expert touch

Your make-up should look perfect on the big day. Not only will having it done professionally boost your confidence, it will also make a huge difference in the photographs.

The same applies to bridal hair, giving the confidence that the style will last from the ceremony all the way through to partying in the early hours at the reception.

5. Compliment your complexion with a skin-care routine

Skin takes time to get to its glowing best

Getting your skin to glow may require a lengthy skin-care routine before your big day - so get started on one at least few months in advance, says make-up specialist Bridal Beauty. During your make-up trial it's important to discuss skin care products suitable for your skin.

Luminous and hydrated skin is the best base for your makeup on your special day. During your wedding, you should look like yourself, at your most beautiful.

She strives to create 'a flawless version of yourself' and make brides feel special on their big day. Her services include bridal and special occasion make-up, group and party bookings, make-up and hair for photo shoots and make-up lessons.

6. Don't forget the fine details

Small touches can make a big difference

Imagine getting every part of your wedding-day look perfected, then forgetting something as simple as getting your nails done.

Well that's one of the small details you mustn't miss.

Make a checklist ahead of your big day so you don't forget the small details, from head to toe, that make a big difference.

More advanced cosmetic treatments include semi-permanent makeup, facial contouring, muscle relaxant injections and EPL laser hair removal, all carried out by a dedicated consultant with extensive experience in the sector.