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T
he message was clear on the bridal catwalks at White Gallery
London, Barcelona and New York this season, details are back –
and back in a big way. From fabulously frothy ruffles to larger-than-
life bows, 3D flowers to billowing feather capes – even the more
minimalist ‘Meghan effect’ saw designers favouring statement shoulders, slinky
slits and epic, princess-inspired skirts. Feeling inspired already? We’ve rounded up the
key looks and our favourite dresses from the shows on page 23. Believe me when I say, it’s
quite simply dress-shopping heaven.
If you’re tying the knot abroad, the new-season looks also punctuate our guide on
where to wed across Europe, the Caribbean and beyond. We’ve picked out some of the
best dresses to suit your big-day location, whether it’s an achingly chic hotel in Paris or a
barefoot beach celebration in Bali. And speaking of travel, Instagram addicts (surely all
of us then?) should check out our round-up of the 10 most photo-
worthy locations on the planet. Read all about it on page 127 –
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MAID FOR THEM
Still looking for the perfect way to pop
the question to your girls? Check out the
new Be My Bridesmaid gift box set from
Team Hen. The A5 package comes filled
with goodies – many of which can be
personalised – all sealed with rose-gold
ribbon. £22.99, teamhen.co.uk
Queen Bey
Were you as excited as us when you saw
Hackney florist Rebel Rebel’s handiwork
on the September cover of Vogue US last
month? Thanks to Beyoncé sporting a flower
crown, autumnal blooms have been brought
to the fore. Get the look with Johnny Loves
Rosie’s faux design for your wedding. Or just
the weekend! £38, johnny-loves-rosie.com
TRENDStheOur wedding-worthy edit of what’s new and trending right now
COLOURING IN
If you’ve caught the bouquet
bug, Flower Colour Guide by
New York floristry designers
Putnam & Putnam is a
bookshelf essential. The
hardback is the first of its
kind to group flowers by hue,
with an emphasis on colour
schemes. Available from 1
October. £24.95, Phaidon
We couldn’t be happier to see the appliqué trend back this
season, and whether you’re a bold bride or fanciful and feminine,
there is a 3D floral look for you. Choose silk dimensional blooms
for something classic yet romantic, or pare it back with a tulle
flower belt. For those wanting a hint of colour, nobody does it
better than Toronto-based designer Narces. Choose from the
label’s eveningwear line for a more offbeat look. narces.com
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Bangle, £140,
charlotteswebuk.com
Necklace,
£115, karl.com
Earrings, £98,
dowerandhall.com
Ear cuff, £20,
dowerandhall.com
Ring, £29.50,
oliverbonas.com
Earrings, £55,
karl.com
Ring, £160,
monicavinader.com
Earrings, £68,
anniehaakdesigns.co.uk
Cuff, £155,
anniehaakdesigns.co.uk
Paperless post may be on the rise, but according to research by the Royal Mail, more than
half of wedding guests prefer a handwritten wedding invitation. 53% agreed that a traditional,
physical invitation is best, with 28% revealing they like to display them in their homes.
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bridesmaids’ look with silver, gold,
gems, pearls and pavé
By first-classposyWe’re taking our winter floral inspo from Bloom & Wild’s new-season
offerings, which include gorgeous creamy amaryllis stems, Scandi-style
foliage and hot peach Coraline roses. The luxury letterbox flowers make
great thank-you gifts for guests after the big day, or why not just treat
yourself to a subscription instead? From £33, bloomandwild.com
FLUTTERBY FEET
For shoes your flowergirls will love, the
Mini range from Sophia Webster is a
little footwear fashionistas paradise.
The sweet styles come in metallic
shades of rose gold and glitter, as well
as more colourful designs – all with that
signature butterfly motif. So pretty,
they won’t want to take them off.
From £150, sophiawebster.com

10. EVENTS
WORDS:ANNIEQUINTON
1It’s a school during term-
time, but on weekends
and holidays Battle Abbey in
East Sussex is a characterful
wedding venue. This evening’s
showcase will see the space
dressed up for the occasion.
You can see what both a
ceremony and reception
would look like, talk to a host
of local suppliers and enjoy
live music while you’re there.
battleabbeyschool.com
10Taking place today and
tomorrow at Olympia
London, the National Asian
Wedding Show brings
more than 200 exhibitors
together under one roof for an
ultimate weekend of wedding
inspiration. Head here to
see the latest products and
services from India, attend the
various catwalk presentations
showcasing all the hottest
bridal trends, and immerse
yourself in the super-stylish
India Fashion Week London
event, taking place in an
adjacent hall. Plus, keep your
eyes peeled for a celeb spot or
two – a number of Bollywood
stars will be in attendance.
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show.co.uk
11The Wellbeing
Farm in Lancashire
is open for a special DIY
Bride event, offering up
creative wedding styling
and floristry ideas,
from unique ways to
celebrate your nuptials to
handmaking your décor
and accessories. And for
couples still seeking a venue,
take note that the farm also
hosts weddings.
thewellbeingfarm.co.uk
17Learn how to arrange
your own wedding
flowers at Narcissus Flower
School’s all-day workshop
in Edinburgh. Covering the
main aspects of wedding
floristry, the session has a real
emphasis on DIY decoration
with a professional finish; you’ll
learn to make everything from
bouquets to buttonholes and
corsages to hairpieces. All tools
and materials for working with
blooms will be provided, as
well as lunch and refreshments
throughout the day.
narcissusflowers.co.uk
21Get crafty ahead of
your wedding day and
learn how to make lace with
a workshop from lace artist
Louise West. Taking place at
Friar Gate Studios in Derby,
beginners will be provided with
all the relevant equipment and
materials to make bobbin lace
– a type that’s make by hand.
And if you’re a natural, why not
try your hand at making pieces
for the big day?
louisewestlacedesign.co.uk
25Grade II listed Hoar
Cross Hall Spa Hotel on
the Derbyshire-Staffordshire
border is hosting its wedding
open day for prospective
brides and grooms. Enjoy
a glass of fizz and canapés
as you meet the dedicated
wedding team and selected
suppliers , and take in the
venue’s garden views. New for
2018 is the option to celebrate
alfresco with a tipi or marquee.
hoarcross.co.uk
4 November
Still struggling to find the perfect bridesmaid
dresses? Head to London’s South Place Hotel
from 11am for the Bottomless Bridesmaids
Brunch hosted by Maid With Style London.
Discover a range of stylish dresses from various
brands, dance along to the DJ’s 1990s tunes and
settle in for bubbles and eggs once you’ve found
The One. maidwithstylelondon.com
Make it a date and pencil in these
bride-to-be must-dos over the next month
datesF O R YO U R D I A R Y
18 NOVEMBER
The UK Wedding Event’s next
fair at The Centenary Pavilion,
Leeds, will showcase over 100
suppliers. There’ll also be two
catwalk shows, live music and
gift bags for attendees to enjoy.
theukweddingevent.co.uk
8 NOVEMBER
Dream of a fairytale big day?
Gloucestershire’s 500-year-old
Thornbury Castle is open this
evening, allowing brides-to-be
to talk wedding plans with the
in-house team over drinks and
nibbles. thornburycastle.co.uk
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Becky and George said ‘I do’ on the Ibizan coast after “falling in love” with the sea views from their beachfront
venue, Elixir. In keeping with the island’s relaxed vibes, the wedding party shared tapas while a saxophonist
played in the background. As for the dress, after trying on countless styles that weren’t quite right, the bride’s
mother happened to bump into the woman who had made her own gown back in 1993. “It was fate – I had to
have her make my dress too!” exclaims Becky, who designed it herself.

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17. TRENDS
BLACK TIEGo formal with gold-plated, monochromatic glamour
INESDISANTO
Bouquet of roses and anemones,
POA, blueskyflowers.co.uk
Marble tealight holder,
£16, amara.com
Bespoke stationery set, POA,
imagineinvitesandevents.com
Sydney Evan earrings,
£760, net-a-porter.com
Beaded tulle dress, from
£195, moteemaids.co.uk
Suede and mother-of-
pearl courts, £395,
freyarose.com
Antique drinks cart,
£218, audenza.com
Typography print, £9.95,
madewithlovedesigns.co.uk
Tom Ford bow tie,
£155, mrporter.com
Sequin cake, from £295,
thewhimsicalcakery.co.uk
Limited-edition Moët
Impérial champagne,
£46, selfridges.com
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18. TRENDS
GRACELOVESLACEGRACELOVESLACE
Save-the-date
cards, from 85p,
hiphiphooray.com
Quail vase, £55,
ladida-andover.com
Cotton tassel earrings,
£10, uk.accessorize.com
Handpainted cake, from £450,
theroseonthecake.co.uk
Patterned tie, £10,
burton.co.uk
Paper pom-poms
(pack of three), £7,
talkingtables.co.uk
Baobab candle,
£135, amara.com
Pom-pom garland,
£12.99, homesense.com
Pixy Paper print,
£13, iamfy.co
Vintage Commes des
Garçons dress,
£1,040, farfetch.com
Fabric floral crown,
£42, rocknrose.com
VIVA FRIDACreate a fiesta feel with Kahlo-inspired brights
Suede flats, £350,
sophiawebster.com

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21. FASHION
21NOVEMBER2018|weddingideasmag.com
Autumn may be upon us, but we can’t take our eyes off spring’s gorgeous
new floral offerings – in particular, this embroidered tulle gown with
pretty 3D appliqué by Ronald Joyce. Keep accessories to a minimum
and let this detailed design take centre-stage (ronaldjoyce.com)
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23. FASHION
23NOVEMBER2018|weddingideasmag.com
RUNWAY REPO
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Runthe
Your guide to the freshest finds for spring
2019 and beyond
Next year’s bridal fashion verdicts are in, and there’s more new shapes,
hemlines, textures, layers, colours and accessories to choose from than
ever before. Which is why we’ve brought together all of the key trends
fresh off the catwalk in one handy round-up to help you in your
quest for The One. From feathery feels to big bows and
monarchical minimalism to pop-up petals, here’s
how to get the look...
FROW
JESUSPEIRO
ANNAKARA
DEMETRIOS
MARCO&MARÍA
JENNYPACKHAM
DEMETRIOS
CYMBELINE
REEMACRA

24. FASHION
24 weddingideasmag.com|NOVEMBER2018
From embellished loop details and
monochrome back fastenings to statement
shoulder features, feminine bows are back
in a very modern way. Their newfound
exaggerated proportions and sculptural
shapes demand to be noticed. While many
brides will embrace the new power bow,
this trend can also work for more demure
dressers. How? Opt for a delicate organza
back knot, à la Anna Kara, or a romantic belt
tie, as seen on the Rosa Clará and Jesus
Peiro runways at Barcelona Bridal Week.
BOWSAdorning waistlines, necklines
and backs, bows are this
season’s bold add-on
Glitter shoe clips, £30,
charlottemills.com
Rose gold earrings,
£465, tiffany.co.uk
Leather courts, £195,
rachelsimpsonshoes.co.uk
Beaded collar, £320,
victoriafergusson.co.uk
REEMACRA
ROSACLARÁ
JESUSPEIRO
MARYLISE

25. FASHION
25NOVEMBER2018|weddingideasmag.com
MICRO TREND
ColourSoft shades of nude, blush and
blue offer pretty alternatives to
classic white
Appliqué clutch, £65,
dunelondon.com
ANNAKARA
ALANHANNAH
ROSACLARÁ
JESUSPEIRO
MARCO&MARÍA
MATILDECANO
ANNAKARA
RITAVINIERIS
SAVINLONDON
DEMETRIOS

26. FASHION
26 weddingideasmag.com|NOVEMBER2018
M
ICRO TREND
HeavymetalShine on in subtle shimmer or
rock out with high-octane sparkle
FASHION
The most opulent of finishing touches,
feathers have long been a bridal fashion
favourite, with full ostrich feather skirts
and marabou heels creating a luxe look.
However, this season sees the touchy feely
stuff applied tactically, with fine plumes
added as skirt fringing (Savin London) or
fluffy fronds adding patterned texture to
superhero-worthy capes ( Eliza Jane Howell
at White Gallery London).
FEATHERS
Textural trimmings add drama
to capes, skirts and necklines
Feather earrings, £16,
oliverbonas.com
Feather headdress,
£585, emily-london.com
ANATORRES
ELIZAJANEHOWELL
SAVINLONDON
MAGGIESOTTERO
Feather and suede sandals,
£290, dianehassall.com
MIRAZWILLINGER
MIRAZWILLINGER
SAVINLONDON
RALPH&RUSSO
Gold-plated necklace,
£150, alexmonroe.com

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28. FASHION
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M
ICRO TREND
CapesSteal the show in a chic cover-up
HALFPENNYLONDON
RALPH&RUSSO
STEPHANIEALLIN
YOLANCRIS
GRACYACCAD
VIKTOR&ROLFMARIAGE
RITAVINIERIS
PRONOVIAS
MIRAZWILLINGER
MARCO&MARÍA
Drop earrings, £18,
johnny-loves-rosie.com

29. FASHION
29NOVEMBER2018|weddingideasmag.com
Why restrict yourself to a bouquet when
you can actually wear flowers too? Dreamy
up close and from afar, this intricate look
manages to be both ultra-modern and
unashamedly romantic at the same time.
Seen as graduating bodice detailing
at Viktor & Rolf Mariage and all-over
embellishment at Demetrios, the three-
dimensional quality comes alive when
combined with floral hues, as seen at
Marco & Maria and Alejandro Resta.
3D FLORALS
Embroidered and appliqué
blooms add a touch of whimsy
Flatform sneakers,
£108, katespade.co.uk
Satin shoes, £950,
harrietwilde.com
Hair pins, £45 (set of
three), harrietwilde.com
VIKTOR&ROLFMARIAGE
DEMETRIOS
E&WCOUTURE
SAVINLONDON
ALEJANDRORESTA
E&WCOUTURE
REEMACRA

30. FASHION
30 weddingideasmag.com|NOVEMBER2018
This spring, all eyes were on the Duchess
of Sussex-to-be as she redefined the
classic wedding dress. Almost austere
in its simplicity, Meghan’s luminuous
long-sleeved, boat-necked Givenchy
was also achingly chic. It seems, too, that
designers across the bridal world had
predicted a return to refined minimalism,
with Halfpenny London’s 1990s-inspired
slips, Sassi Holford’s sleek columns and
Cymbeline’s unfussy tulle skirts.
MINIMALISM
Meghan Markle’s simple chic
has catalysed a move towards a
pared-back bridal silhouette
CYMBELINE
PRONOVIAS
PRONOVIAS
ROSACLARÁ
STEPHANIEALLIN
Gold-plated studs,
£40, katespade.co.uk
ROSACLARÁ
SASSIHOLFORD

31. FASHION
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MICRO TREND
JacketsAdd an edge to your bridal whites
with blazer and biker styles
Add an edge to your bridal whites
with blazer and biker styles
SASSIHOLFORD
YOLANCRIS
SASSIHOLFORD
SAVINLONDON
LAURARIERA
Crystal hair comb, £70,
victoriafergusson.co.uk
ROSACLARÁ
HALFPENNYLONDON
JESUSPEIRO
JESUSPEIRO
JENNYPACKHAM
Leather pumps,
£79, stories.com
Suede clutch, £350,
emmylondon.com
Pearl earrings,
£392, pearls.co.uk
VIKTOR&ROLFMARIAGE

32. FASHION
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MICRO TRE
N
D
Stylishsuiting
Tailored separates
and sculpted
jumpsuits up
the ante for
sophisticated
nuptials
KATHERINETASH
For the bride-to-be who’s always dreamed
of wearing a dress that has to be negotiated
through doorways, this is the go-to trend.
In its most extravagant state, this look is
full-blown romantic heroine. However, the
key to nailing the new frills is to tailor the
froth to your shape. Balance out a hip-
skimming ruffle skirt with a fitted bodice
as seen in the Simone Marulli collection,
or cover upper arms with statement fluted
shoulders, like the ones seen on the models
at Katherine Tash.
RUFFLESFlamenco hemlines, fluted
sleeves and tiered petticoats
bring the big-day glamour
SIMONEMARULLI
INESDISANTO
PRONOVIAS
INMACULADAGARCÍA
Casadei sandals,
£615, farfetch.com
18ct white-gold diamond ring,
POA, londonrocksjewellery.com
YOLANCRIS
ANNAKARA
YOLANCRIS
VIKTOR&ROLFMARIAGE
Crystal earrings,
£107, konplott.com

34. STOKE PARK’S
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An intimate event showcasing Stoke Park as a wedding venue along with a
selection of prestigious suppliers and our Wedding Co-ordinator on hand to
answer any questions. Guests will enjoy a glass of bubbles and canapés on arrival.
There’s no entry fee, however we request you register your attendance, so
please RSVP to mconnelly@stokepark.com by 13th October 2018.
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35. FASHION
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ThesecondcomingCan we get a rewind? With a touch of luxe, the petal prints
and pretty pastels of last season will work for winter, too
Embroidered tulle maxi,
£130, frockandfrill.com
Midi skirt, £129,
coast-stores.com
Jewelled brooch, £16,
accessorize.com
Beaded earrings,
£97, konplott.com
Chiffon maxi, £85,
little-mistress.com
Richard Quinn midi,
£79, debenhams.com
Knee-length dress, £130,
phase-eight.com
Who said florals were just for summer?
From ditsybohemianprintstobewitching
winterblooms,these patterns will
enhance your bridal whites when your
whole girl gang is sporting them
Embroidered chiffon maxi,
£2,295, temperleylondon.com
Lace midi, £80,
closetlondon.com
Suede clutch, £150,
lkbennett.com

36. FASHION
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This season’s surge in sugar-sweet
pastels means the pale pinks, violets and
greens aren’t going anywhere. Look
outforshimmeringsequinsandchiffon
detailsto really up the party vibe
Tulle midi, £350,
katyakatya.co.uk
Stine Goya maxi, £440,
net-a-porter.com
Halston Heritage maxi,
£420, net-a-porter.com
Hair comb, £12,
accessorize.com
Embellished maxi,
£125, frockandfrill.com
From a selection
watters.com
Chiffon maxi, £249,
tedbaker.com
Asymmetric midi,
£229, tedbaker.com
Hair circlet, £149,
katandbee.co.uk
Suede sandals, £99,
kurtgeiger.com
Pearl hair slides,
£19 (set of three),
katandbee.co.uk

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38. REALLIFE
What are your thoughts on England
manager Gareth Southgate bringing back
the three-piece suit?
A classic three-piece has always been
popular, but it’s definitely back in favour
for 2019. If a three-piece suit doesn’t feel
right, work with a tailor to create an equally
smart two-piece and make a statement with
your shirt, pocketsquare and tie instead.
How can the groom ensure he stands out
from other members of the bridal party?
He’ll stand out if his suit fits perfectly, but
another easy way is by adding a contrasting
waistcoat or by introducing a jacket
you can’t get off the peg, for example,
with a personalised lining or lapel.
Any definite styling no-nos?
I’m personally not a fan of the
matching tie and pocketsquare
look. For the modern man, it’s
all about contrasting your tie
and pocketsquare to show you’ve
considered your look in its entirety.
Also, don’t mix up too many fabrics
– you want to ensure any contrasts are
complementary rather than clashing!
FIVE MINUTES
WITH…
Dav Sehra, head tailor at Tailor Made
London (tailormadelondon.com)
It’s not all about the bride! Here’s a pick of this season’s
stylish suiting and accessories to make a real impact
LOOKING SHARP
From a selection,
tailormadelondon.com
Guthrie & Valentine shirt,
£27, slaters.co.uk
Patent shoes, £129,
kurtgeiger.com
Wool slim-fit trousers,
£135, reiss.com
Silk pocketsquare, £35,
cadandthedandy.co.uk
Reiss dress pin,
£40, johnlewis.com
Check waistcoat,
£50, next.co.uk
Cashmere scarf, £49.50,
marksandspencer.com
Baxter of California comb,
£18, mrporter.com
Silk-mix bow tie, £75,
chesterbarrie.co.uk
Special edition
stainless steel watch,
£165, paulsmith.com
Red Herring jacket,
£99, debenhams.com
Hugo Boss cufflinks,
£170, mrporter.com

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41. BEAUTY
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The season’s hair trends are all about keeping those gorgeous waves
wild and free. This look was created by stylist Samantha Rubino of
M Hair Nottingham, winner in the Bridal Creation category at the
bi-annual UK Great Lengths Awards 2018 (greatlengthshair.co.uk)
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43. BEAUTY
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
Your big-day glow is all about the prep!
Here’s how you can get a fresh, healthy, and
seriously glowing complexion in time for
your wedding
Your12-month
beautycountdown
10-12 months to go:
See a skin expert
You know your skin best – but visiting a
dermatologist or facialist is the best way
to assess your needs. “Talking lifestyle
and environmental concerns, nutrition,
products and treatment advice with an
expert will also you determine what – if
anything – needs to change and how to get
the best, long-term results in time for the
big day,” suggests medical facialist Renée
Lapino. Remember, it can take up to 90
days to see noticeable results, so starting
a proper regime a year before allows
you enough time to see the full effect.
“Prep your skin adequately with regular
treatments throughout the year – plan
these for a Friday so you can hide away for
any potential downtime and binge-watch
Say Yes to the Dress,” adds Renée.
8-9 months to go:
Get to know retinol
Retinol is the only drug clinically proven
to heal the nucleus of a cell – which means
it’s capable of treating almost any kind
of skin issue. “Retinol – a chemical name
for vitamin A – will increase your cellular
turnover rate which can help to improve
skin’s firmness and tone, diminish the look
of fine lines and decrease breakouts and
blemishes,” adds Renée. “I recommend
retinol newbies start by using a product
that contains it twice a week for two weeks
initially, moving up to three times a week
for a further two weeks, then four times
a week for four weeks until your skin
has become used to it and you can apply
every night – but always check with your
specialist first.
“It’s also best used in the evening, as
your skin repairs itself more overnight.

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Glowgivers
Beauty heroes, assemble!
Here are some pre-wedding
bathroom cabinet essentials
FOR TIREDNESS
Apply this retinol boosting
solution between your serum
and moisturiser to brighten
skin. The Ordinary Granactive
Retinoid 2% in Squalane,
£7.80, feelunique.com
FOR THE GOOD HAIR
Restore lacklustre
locks while you get
your beauty sleep with
this miracle leave-in
treatment. Perfectly
Perfecting Wonder
Overnight Recovery, £20,
percyandreed.com
FOR RADIANCE
Enhance your natural
beauty with this SPF-
protected cream’s light
coverage. Radiance
Tinted Moisturiser, £45,
cosmeticsalacarte.com
FOR SENSITIVE SKIN
A solution to uneven skin
tone, dark spots and fine lines,
this elixir is for those who
experience irritation when using
retinol-based treatments. La
Roche-Posay Redermic Anti-
Ageing Concentrate, £29.50,
feelunique.com
FOR LONG DAYS
Apply this waterproof foundation
for a base that goes the distance.
A big-day contender? Perhaps.
Water Resistant Foundation,
£25.24, delfycosmetics.com
SPF is also absolutely critical for protecting
those fresh new skin cells, so don’t forget to
cover up!”
6-7 months to go:
Understanding nutrition
A qualified nutritionist will help you on
your way to choosing the best foods for
your body and help you simplify food prep
– just what we all need when planning
a wedding, right? “Holistic nutritionist
Emily Clarke, founder of Busy Bee Well
(busybeewell.com), offers a six-month
bride-to-be programme which teaches
women how to look after their nutritional
health, with plenty of meal ideas for two,”
suggests Renée.
4-5 months to go:
Book in with your hair stylist
Want shimmering, shiny locks? Of course
you do. A mask or treatment is the best way
to get yourself into the glossy posse. Ask
your stylist to start applying conditioning
treatments around five months before –
plus a flattering new cut is the perfect way
to show off that gorgeous skin. Start with
the deep conditioning treatments now and,
if you get your hair coloured, refresh it two
weeks ahead of the big day. A final trim is
best around this time, too.
2-3 months to go:
Trial time
With your dress in mind, now is the best
time to book your hair and make-up trials,
and it should be an enjoyable and exciting
experience! “Your skin will be feeling its
best right now, creating a smooth blank
canvas for your make-up,” adds Renée. “A
good make-up artist will be able to advise
on the right products and colours for your
skin tone, and you should feel confident
after your trial that this is exactly how you
want to look on your wedding day.”
1 month to go:
Have a final facial
The perfect pre-wedding treat to enjoy with
your maids or mum, “a deep-cleansing,
hydrating facial a month before will boost
your bridal glow and support your skin
through all those champagne toasts you’re
facing on a daily basis,” says Renée.
One week to go:
The finishing touches
Spray tans, waxing, brow shaping, another
hair treatment – this week should be all
about those final touches. And, of course,
relaxing. Why not throw in a massage if you
have time? If you can’t a week before your
wedding, then when can you…
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46. BEAUTY
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Before firing up the curling
wand, “the single most
important thing you can do
for your hair before your
wedding day is to get it in the
best condition,” recommends
celebrity stylist Phil Smith.
• Invest in a weekly hair mask
• Use a heat protection product
every day
• Wash and blow-dry your hair the
day before the wedding
Perfectwithprep
STRESS-FREE TRESSES
YOUR TOOL KIT
Andrew Barton Volumising
Mousse, £4, asda.com
Moroccanoil Ceramic
Paddle Brush, £14.65,
lookfantastic.com
Umberto Giannini Spoil
Me Hair Oil, £8, boots.com
Achieving your own set of Rita Hayworth(y)
curls is easier than you might think. “Prep
the hair with a cocktail of mousse and oil,
before blow-drying smooth using either a
flat or round brush,” says award-winning
stylist Jamie Stevens. “Insert a deep side
parting, then wrap two-inch sections of
hair in alternating directions around a one-
and-a-half-inch curling tong. Once the hair
has cooled, brush it out using a soft bristle
brush and run oil through for shine. For
the final finishing touch, make sure you
line the waves into place and spray with a
strong-hold hairspray.”
twirls
Uptown
If it’s an easy, no-fuss bridal style you’re looking for, we’ve got five romantic,
expert-approved styles that you can actually do yourself
GREATLENGTHS
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YOUR TOOL KIT
Perfectly Perfecting
Wonder Balm, £18,
percyandreed.com
Fudge Professional
Xpander Foam, £12.95,
feelunique.com
Schwarzkopf Professional
Silhouette Flexible Hold
Hairspray, from £3.65,
escentual.com
The catwalk-approved trend for slightly dishevelled
tresses has the low-maintenance bride in mind,
and Gorka Arraras, master stylist at Charles
Worthington Salons, knows just how to obtain this
effortless look: “Wash and blow-dry hair, using
either a light mousse or volumising spray to create
body at the roots. Then, carefully tong or wave the
middle of the hair, leaving the roots with volume and
the ends relatively straight. Next, I’d recommend
shaking the hair and applying some texturising dust
with your head upside down to get that tousled look.
Finish with a matte hairspray to keep the texture.”
Wildchild
Whether relaxed and ‘undone’ or edgy
and sculpted, a braided style is equal
parts sleek and romantic for modern
brides. And whether you go corona,
Dutch or fishtail, Percy & Reed’s
co-founder Adam Reed reveals the
secret to the perfect plait: “On the
day it’s all about preparing the hair to
give the braid longevity. Use a balm to
prime the hair, and mousse for volume
before blasting dry with a hairdryer. You
don’t want hair to be too smooth when
creating the plait. Once it’s in place,
use hairspray to secure before gently
manipulating the braid for the look you
want to achieve.”
paradeBraid
YOUR TOOL KIT
Lee Stafford Rainbow Shine
Wand, £35, very.co.uk
R+Co Outer Space Flexible
Hairspray, £23.50,
harveynichols.com
Bumble and Bumble Prêt-à-
Powder, £23, escentual.com
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49. BEAUTY
YOUR TOOL KIT
Glitzy Secrets hair comb,
£39, glitzysecrets.com
Phil Smith Be Gorgeous
Cocolicious Coconut
Dry Shampoo, £2.50,
sainsburys.co.uk
TIGI Catwalk Oatmeal &
Honey Nourishing Mask,
£10.20, hairtrade.com
YOUR TOOL KIT
Toni & Guy Curl Squad
Styler Spiral Wand,
£39.99, boots.com
Curl Cleanser, £15; Curl
Conditioner, £17,
boucleme.co.uk
Tangle Teezer Candy Floss
Brush, £8.55, hairtrade.com
Our penchant for easy, ultra-loose
bohemian waves for formal occasions isn’t
waning, and it’s a style that is perfect for
naturally wavy or curly hair.
“Even if you don’t have the curl gene,
straight-haired brides can recreate
this look too,” adds GA salon
owner Gennaro Dell’Aquila.
“Start by creating some
movement with a curling
iron and then follow-up
by brushing the hair
messy. Once you have the
waves and volume, divide
the hair in the middle on
the whole length, and
to finish spritz with a
medium hold hairspray.”
Comeundone
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TEAMGLAM
ANNACAMPBELL
VICTORIAPERCIVAL
Turn to the chic simplicity of the chignon, a style that pairs
well with a side-swept fringe and romantic gown. “It’s one
of the easiest and prettiest hairstyles,” reveals hair and
make-up artist Victoria Percival. “Spray the roots with dry
shampoo and massage in to create extra volume. Pull the
hair back into a low ponytail, then backcomb the hair and
tease apart to create lots of texture before spritzing with
hairspray. Gather the end of the backcombed pony and roll
the hair over itself into a chic bun before pinning it securely
against the bottom of the head to hide the band. Adorn with
a sparkly comb or vine for the perfect romantic, low up-do.”
GirlPin-up
Deconstructed boho
waves are achievable for
brides of all hair types

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Estee Lauder
The Illuminator
primer, £27,
selfridges.com
Kiss Mix lip balm,
£18, evelom.com
BEAUTY
BeautyNOTESMake your bridal glow last from hen party to
honeymoon with our wedding beauty tips
PRETTLY PERFECT
Of all the ever-growing list of Uber-inspired beauty services
that come directly to your door, Prettly is one that tops the list
for busy brides-to-be. Not only does the London-based company
bring all the professionalism, top-notch equipment and friendly smiles
of a regular spa or salon visit in record time, but its easy-to-use app and website makes
booking same-day appointments a breeze. The brand even offers dedicated stylists and
beauticians who specialise in bridal beauty, giving access to numerous specialists at your
(perfectly manicured) fingertips. prettly.com
FASHION MEETS
FRAGRANCE
BEST
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BUYS
In search of a scent that’ll add some
sparkle to your big-day aura? French luxury
jeweller Cartier has revealed its brand new
fragrance, Carat. Inspired by diamonds
(what else?), it features the heady notes
of seven different flowers that all emulate
the colours of the rainbow – including
violet, iris, hyacinth, ylang-ylang, daffodil,
honeysuckle and tulips. £75, cartier.co.uk
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Pull out all the stops for
your big-day make-up
with this ultimate stay-put
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Waterproof, £33.50,
cultbeauty.com
Lixir Night Switch
Retinol 1%, £28,
libertylondon.com
Mavala Mini
Colour nail polish
in Cortina, £5.20,
johnlewis.com
Benefit Stay Don’t
Stray primer, £22,
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53. XXXXX
T
he finances have become my
bugbear. What I first thought
was a manageable spreadsheet
has spiralled into a £10,000
overspend. How naïve we’ve
been to think that 130 guests could be fed,
alcoholed and entertained on our budget.
So this month we’ve gone back to the
drawing board, starting with the guest list.
The numbers really do add up, and with 30
people off the list we would save a couple
of grand. After frantic calls to our folks, we
managed to shave off 20 guests. But they’re
now floating in the ether. If they went on to
the evening list, we’d have to cut others.
We came up with the idea of a B list; if
anyone on our invite list said they couldn’t
come, a B-lister could take their place and
be in the second wave of invites. I dreaded
the thought of the B-listers ever finding out
their spreadsheet status. And how much
another round of invites would cost us in
second-class stamps.
Cutting down on numbers wasn’t enough
to reign in our blowout expenses though.
We had to barter. As someone that cringes
at the mere thought of haggling, I pushed
this onto Harry’s to-do list. I would make
the initial contact and he could hardball
them afterwards. Basically, I got to be the
good cop, while Harry did all the graft.
I turned my hand instead to my own
talents. Crafting is a passion and I’m OK
PHOTOGRAPHY:REBECCADOUGLAS.CO.UK;ISTOCK
Our columnist Esme Cleo beats a spiralling budget
by crafting a B list and her own save-the-dates
The
Bride
Diaries
at Photoshop, so I set about designing our
save-the-dates. With them all printed for a
mere £33, we’d made a huge saving from
the £150 we’d initially set aside. Apart from
completely forgetting about envelopes and
then deciding to make those too. Around
70 handmade envelopes with calligraphed
addresses and monogrammed wax seals
later, I was ready to throw in the DIY towel.
Amateur stationers have their limits.
Using my own set of skills had sparked
my imagination though. I had a ton of
talented friends who could probably
contribute to our wedding on mates’
rates. Asking was slightly awkward, but
I promised that they could say no at any
point, and most of them were willing to
do us the favour. Other savings came from
friends who shared store discount cards for
the bridesmaids’ and groomsmen outfits.
Turns out, if you send out desperate text
messages, people respond in droves.
Next was my dream dress. Coming in
at 10 per cent of our budget, it seemed
ridiculous that this should remain while
everything else was getting the discount
treatment. I visited stillwhite.co.uk in
search of a preloved one, but no joy. I’ll
keep looking, as I’m not willing to give up
on that gown just yet. Maybe if we save
enough money along the way, I can slip that
in and Harry won’t notice. After all, I’ve put
a lot of effort into the stationery.
HARRY’S
HIGHLIGHTS…
When I first suggested bartering with
the suppliers, Esme looked horrified. I
could tell she thought it was a terrible
idea; they’d likely be offended and drop
the contract all together. But as we
say back home, ‘shy bairns get nowt’.
For anyone not from the North East,
that means if you don’t ask, you don’t
get. Let’s be honest, the word wedding
adds at least a 40 per cent premium, so
explaining we have a budget and can’t
afford an estimate is hardly rude.
Bartering aside, my other to-do is
putting together a wedding band. I’ve
been dreaming of pulling this off since
the engagement and, because of our
money constraints, it’s actually going
to happen. Pulling in favours from our
musically talented guests, the group
will be made up of my friends, family
and me. There are more than enough
of us to have a rotating set of players
throughout the reception, so nobody
will have to stay sober for too long!
Harry’s negotiating
skills have come in
handy for bartering
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55. REALLIFE
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24 pages packed with ideas from the most stylish wedding celebrations
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D
ilara and Kavi had known each other since they
were children, but when Kavi moved from Sri
Lanka to London with his sister to study, the
pair didn’t meet again until several years later
at a family wedding. “From that moment on we
kept in touch through phone calls and Skype – but it meant
we waited months for our first date,” recalls Dilara. “That
said, it was pretty scandalous! I bunked my physics class for
a romantic road trip. It didn’t take long for my parents to
find out when my tutor revealed that I hadn’t shown up. I
was grounded, but it didn’t stop us from seeing each other.”
With Kavi in London doing a master’s and Dilara studying
for her undergraduate MMBS in Sri Lanka, the couple had a
long-distance relationship for two years, but it only brought
them closer together. After five years of dating, Kavi
popped the question at their anniversary dinner.
With the stunning Galle Face Hotel in Colombo, Sri
Lanka, booked, the couple started planning right away.
“The ballroom at Galle Face is such a beautiful space,
we wanted to keep that classical elegance. We chose an
almost Grecian-inspired colour palette of black and white
with olive green and touches of gold,” recalls Dilara. “The
ambience our planners and stylists gave the room was
incredible – they filled the room with white roses and lots
of candles. They had to create the ceremony platform and
backdrop from scratch, too.”
PHOTOGRAPHY: AMARANTE LIFESTYLE STUDIO
(INSTAGRAM.COM/AMARANTELIFESTYLE_STUDIO)
These childhood sweethearts chose to cement their love against
a backdrop of timeless white roses and Grecian-inspired details
Young hearts
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“When budgeting, prioritise the
essentials together and continue
to tell yourself that there’s no need
to have or do everything that you
see on Pinterest!”
Toptip
The four-tier cake comprised a mix of
the couple’s favourite flavours – raspberry
and white chocolate and coffee and
cashew. It fitted the Grecian theme with
gold-leaf marbling and an olive wreath
topper. “It was also topped with the letter
‘A’ to represent both our surnames and
the coming together of our two families,”
adds Dilara. Guests also got to take home
miniature glass bottles of rosemary-infused
olive oil, personalised with a thank-you tag.
For the couple’s traditional Sri Lankan
Poruwa ceremony, Dilara wore the most
incredible butter-coloured sari, designed
by none other than the groom’s sister. “I
was so lucky to have her design both mine
and the bridesmaids’ outfits,” she recalls.
“It retained a traditional feel but with a
modern twist, and the jacket had a pretty
neckline and three-quarter-length sleeves.
For the evening, I changed into the most
amazing fitted white dress that had been
hand-embellished with hundreds of beads.
I never wanted to take it off!”
The bride accessorised with a pair of
Vince Camuto heels – whisked over by a
friend who was attending from the States.
For the ceremony, she let her sari do the
talking, with just simple rose-gold earrings
and necklace and fresh roses in her hair.
For the reception, she upped the glitz with
her sister’s Swarovski crystal earrings, a
matching headpiece and bolder lip colour.
Kavi also opted for two looks, with a
checked three-piece suit in earthy tones for
the Poruwa and a black tux for the evening.
After a first dance to Frankie Valli’s Can’t
Take My Eyes Off You, live band Doctor
raised the roof for a memorable reception
celebration. “The band had everyone out of
their seats the entire night,” recalls Dilara.
Plus, there were surprise performances
from both the bride and groom’s siblings.
“Best night ever,” Dilara smiles.
After the wedding, the couple’s first stop
as they embarked on married life was Sri
Dalada Maligawa (or the Temple of the
Tooth) in Kandy for a Buddhist blessing.
“We stayed at the Santani Wellness Resort
& Spa in Kandy, and then Anantara Peace
Haven in Tangalle. It was so fun and
relaxing, we just had the best time.”

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CONTACT BOOK
VENUE: Galle Face Hotel, Sri Lanka
(gallefacehotel.com/en)
SARI, DRESS & BRIDESMAID
OUTFITS: iBride by Indi
(instagram.com/ibride_srilanka)
SHOES: Vince Camuto
(vincecamuto.com)
HAIR: Shane Perera
(instagram.com/hairbae777)
MAKE-UP: Viran José Peter (insta-
gram.com/viranjpeter_makeup)
BRIDESMAIDS’ HAIR AND
MAKE-UP: Senisha Make-up Art-
istry (senishamakeupartistry.com)
GROOMSWEAR: Hameedia
(hameedia.com); Moss Bros
(moss.co.uk)
PLANNING: Eventz & Trendz
(eventzntrendz.com)
STYLING AND DÉCOR: Poru
Weddings (instagram/poru.
weddings)
CAKE: Caked by Amna
(facebook.com/caked.sl)
ENTERTAINMENT: Doctor
(facebook.com/doctor.sl)
“There was a toast from Kavi’s sister and a joint speech from my sisters,
followed by two more from our friends. They were beautiful
– we felt so loved!”

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PHOTOGRAPHY: JESSICA RAPHAEL (JESSICARAPHAELPHOTOGRAPHY.COM)
Super
naturalKate & Chris
Dreamy greenery, a soft colour palette and exquisite venue
styling came together for this beautifully relaxed wedding
W
hen Chris presented Kate with a pair of
champagne-coloured Jimmy Choos for
her birthday, little did she know it was
with the intention that they would be the
shoes she would wear on her wedding
day. “I was speechless at the gift anyway, but then when he
said that perhaps they needed a little accessory to go with
them… I couldn’t quite believe it,” recalls Kate.
The bride picked out a beautiful dress by Charlie Brear to
wear with her treasured new heels. “It actually comprised
two dresses – a silk bias-cut underdress and an ivory
cotton leaf and lace overdress which had a deep-V back,
all synched together with a silk sash belt,” says Kate. “All
credit goes to the wonderful Sian of Tilly Trotter’s Brides
in Leamington Spa – all my accessories were sourced here
too, and the way she styled the whole outfit made it feel like
they were created just for me,” she adds. Kate’s bridesmaids
– best friends Charlotte and Lucy – chose two classic
Twobirds dress designs in complementing pink shades and
opted to wear their own shoes, giving Lucy the chance to
wear her own wedding shoes again.
Despite not having a set theme in mind, the couple
enjoyed a beautifully laidback day with the help of venue
styling guru Lauren Grey. “After numerous visits to Ikea in
the early days – where we’d spend a fortune on candles – I
knew it’d be more sensible to enlist the help of someone
who had a more creative eye, not to mention plenty of
candles!” recalls Kate. “I’d been following Lauren Grey’s
Instagram for some time and after exchanging emails, she
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Lucy Walker and the Elmore Court team to
style the venue on the day.”
The reception space was filled with
white roses, peonies and hydrangeas,
with olive trees, greenery garlands and
foliage to complement the neutral palette.
Wildflower Illustration Co. provided the
rustic stationery and each guest received a
50ml bottle of rhubarb-infused gin, which
the couple had made themselves. The pièce
de résistence was the three tiers of lemon
drizzle and chocolate cake, handmade
by Chris’s mum. “She is a wonder! It was
finished with buttercream, iced flowers,
and a sprig of olive foliage,” recalls Kate.
A string quartet set the scene as guests
enjoyed drinks and canapés on the lawns
of Elmore Court. A locally sourced menu
was served up inside, which included
Gloucester Old Spot pork, smoked bacon
and pistachio terrine, aged Herefordshire
beef fillet with truffle dauphinoise and
Wye Valley asparagus and a winning trio
of berry desserts. Later, when the party
was underway, guests tucked into local
Cotswold pork or fish finger baps.
“The evening entertainment was really
important to us – we wanted a band who
suited our style and The Chip Shop Boys
fitted our criteria perfectly,” recalls Kate.
“They’re Cheltenham-based – so local – and
totally up our street. We wanted an indie
and rock set list and they delivered! They
also DJ’d for us through the night.”
Having a crippling fear of flying made
booking the honeymoon difficult for Kate.
“But, somehow, after two relaxing days at
The Painswick Hotel in the Cotswolds, we
managed the 12-hour flight to Mauritius to
stay at the glorious Maradiva Resort & Spa
with Kuoni. It was worth every second of
anxiety to get there,” recalls the bride.
“I distinctly remember stopping for a few seconds during our final hymn and
taking a moment to look back at the beautiful church filled with unexpected
sunshine and our family and friends and wishing I could have paused it.”

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CONTACT BOOK
VENUE: St John the Baptist Church
(hardwickechurch.info); Elmore
Court, Gloucestershire
(elmorecourt.com)
DRESS: Charlie Brear at
Tilly Trotter’s Brides
(tillytrottersbrides.co.uk)
SHOES: Jimmy Choo
(jimmychoo.com)
HAIR: Lucy Holmes at James
Bushell (jamesbushell.co.uk)
MAKE-UP: Bryony Dalton
(bryonydalton.com)
GROOMSWEAR: Suit Supply
(suitsupply.com); Reiss (reiss.com)
STYLING: Lauren Grey
(laurengreyweddingstylist.co.uk)
FLOWERS: Lucy Walker Flowers
(lucywalkerflowers.co.uk)
STATIONERY: Wildflower
Illustration Co (wildflower
illustrationco.com)
ENTERTAINMENT: The Chip
Shop Boys (chipshopboys.com);
Nero String Quartet
(nerostringquartet.com)
“Surround yourself with suppliers
you trust and who see your vision
instantly. So many of ours have
become firm friends and it makes the
planning stages so much more fun!”
Toptip

64. Stunning & Exclusive Wedding Venues
www.country-wedding-venues.co.uk
Milling Barn
Hertfordshire
Ashton Lodge Country House
Warwickshire
Bressingham Hall & High Barn
Norfolk/Suffolk Border

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Gardenstate
PHOTOGRAPHY: KATHRYN HOPKINS (KATHRYNHOPKINSPHOTOGRAPHY.CO.UK)
Caroline & Jack
Wild blooms, lush foliage, twine accents and ale kegs set the
scene for this rustically romantic big day

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“
W
hen it came to planning
the look and feel of our
day, all we wanted was
for it to be welcoming,
with great food and a
great atmosphere,” recalls Caroline. “As
our ceremony and reception were held in
different places, we stuck to a pastel colour
palette as it suited both venues well.”
The couple’s civil ceremony was held at
the stunning Wherstead Park in Suffolk, a
moment which Caroline reveals she can
hardly remember! “I had to walk up a set
of stairs to reach the altar, so that took a
fair amount of concentration,” she laughs.
“I just recall the whole thing feeling really
surreal – standing there in front of each
other after all those months of planning.”
The bride looked gorgeous in her Sassi
Holford gown, which she accessorised
with a veil and headpiece, and a necklace
that had been passed down as a family
heirloom. Her maids looked equally
beautiful in their pale blue ASOS dresses,
clutching foliage-heavy bouquets of roses,
clematis, daisies, astilbe and eucalyptus.
Caroline’s niece, Erin, was a flowergirl.
After the ceremony, guests made their
way to the restaurant at Jimmy’s Farm,
where they dined on sausage and mash,
and a trio of desserts. “We replaced some
“Remind everyone to compare
notes when writing their speeches.
I recall my dad, Jack and the
best man all trying to tell the same
story because they hadn’t compared
notes at all! My dad’s speech
ended up being totally improvised.”
Toptip

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CONTACT BOOK
VENUE: Wherstead Park
(whersteadpark.co.uk);
Jimmy’s Farm, Suffolk
(jimmysfarm.com/weddings)
DRESS: Sassi Holford at
The Wedding Shop
(theweddingshop.uk)
SHOES: Monsoon
(uk.monsoon.co.uk)
BRIDESMAID DRESSES:
ASOS (asos.com)
HAIR: Benjamin Charles Hair
(benjamincharleshair.com)
MAKE-UP: Long Lashes Make-up
(longlashesmakeup.co.uk)
GROOMSWEAR: Moss Bros
(moss.co.uk); Next (next.co.uk)
FLOWERS:
Rebecca Avery Flowers
(rebeccaaveryflowers.com)
CAKE: Cake: Amelie’s Kitchen
(amelies-kitchen.co.uk)
STATIONERY: Not On The High
Street (notonthehighstreet.com)
ENTERTAINMENT:
Dovercourt Bay Event Hire
(dovercourtbayeventhire.com)
of the wine on the tables with ale kegs,
which went down a treat by all accounts!”
adds Caroline. So as not to detract from the
natural beauty of the venue’s surroundings,
the couple kept their table decorations
simple, opting for wild flowers in glass jars
and tealight lanterns. “Our florist, Rebecca
Avery, suggested meeting at Covent Garden
Flower market a year before the wedding
so we could pick out the seasonal flowers
that we liked,” recalls Caroline. “It was a
brilliant idea and made us feel comfortable
knowing that we were on the same page.”
Also on the tables were Penguin Little Black
Classics books for each guest, wrapped in
parcel paper and tied with twine.
The rustic vibe of Jimmy’s Farm was
complemented by Caroline and Jack’s
choice of stationery – all brown Kraft paper,
twine and wooden details. The ceiling
was adorned with fairylights and bunting,
which were already in place at the venue.
A three-tier cake comprising strawberry
and champagne, carrot and pecan, and
lemon flavours took centre-stage: “It looked
beautiful and fitted perfectly with the rest
of the décor, despite us giving our cake
maker Helen a very vague brief in the early
stages,” says Caroline.
The night that followed involved lots
of dancing thanks to the resident DJ, and
entertainment in the form of a magic
mirror photobooth. “Everyone seemed
to really enjoy it,” says the bride. “All the
guests got copies of their photos and we
were given an album of everyone – there
were some great shots!”
The day after the wedding, the couple
headed to Wales, where they enjoyed a
minimoon in the Brecon Beacons. “We
took a week to relax, reflect and recover,
then some months later we went to Japan
in time for cherry blossom season. We
spent almost three weeks travelling around
the country, with time spent in Tokyo,
Hiroshima, Kyoto and Yokohama.”
“There was an explosion of sound from the crowd as we were
pronounced husband and wife – I’ll never forget that!”

69. 16th
Century Grade 1 Listed Four Red Star Hotel
25 Acres of beautiful grounds
51 Unique Bedrooms
Exclusive Use Available
Host up to 260 Guests
Stableyard Spa
Wedding Packages from £95
Three Rosette Restaurant
Private Bar
1 Hour from London
Tel: 01536 713001 Email: weddings@rushtonhall.com
Rushton Hall Hotel and Spa, Rushton, Northamptonshire, NN14 1RR

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Gemma & Sam
A richly decorated garden reception with a rustic regional
spread gave this couple’s big day festivities a homespun charm
PHOTOGRAPHY: JAMES GRIST (JAMESGRISTPHOTOGRAPHY.CO.UK)
A
fter Sam proposed to Gemma
on an epic two-week camping
adventure in Sardinia, in May
2017, the couple planned their
wedding in just four months,
choosing to tie the knot in a church local
to the bride’s parents’ home in Kent. “It
seemed to take Sam forever to turn around
and look at me,” smiles Gemma as she
recalls walking down the aisle. “All I could
focus on were his eyes and his big smile.
He looked so dashing!”
Driven by her dad in his vintage MG,
the couple headed to Gemma’s family
home for a homemade celebration with
guests in the garden that was filled with
lots of personal touches and shabby chic
details. “It was very much a DIY day,” recalls
Gemma. “The decorations were either
handmade or borrowed, and one of the
main centrepieces was an old pear tree
in the garden that I used to play in when
I was a child. We draped it in lanterns
and fairylights and arranged seating and
colourful throws around it for people to sit
and take in the atmosphere.”
The marquee interior looked simple
yet stunning, with flowers arranged by
Annette Box of local florist The Box Tree
Co. “Not only did she spend time picking
out flowers to fit the pastel colour theme,
but she also arranged the most incredible
hanging installation down the centre of the
marquee, and draped flowers and lanterns
from an old wooden ladder,” adds Gemma.
The couple’s cake was a design purchased
from Marks & Spencer, which florist
Annette added fresh flowers to. Candelabra,
pine cone place settings and chiavari chairs
gave the right balance of elegant and rustic.
The couple chose to forgo favours in place
of donations to the victims of Hurricane
Irma, which had hit the British Virgin
Islands earlier that month.
In keeping with the day’s relaxed vibe,
guests dined on a locally sourced feast
of pork pies and chutneys, goats’ cheese
and tomato tartlets, chicken liver pâté
and homemade bread, and duck confit.
“Dessert was more of a help-yourself affair,
with strawberries and cream, miniature
gypsy tarts, lemon drizzle cake and cheese
and biscuits,” adds Gemma.
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“Planning our wedding in only four months meant we didn’t have time to
overthink things – and we were happy to get stuck into a DIY day.”
With an afternoon of eating and
drinking in the Kent sunshine, the party
got underway with acoustic guitarist Jonny
Hepbir, followed by a local band for the
evening festivities. After 11pm, the couple
and their guests enjoyed a silent disco! “It
was a first for many of our guests and so
much fun,” says Gemma.
The bride recalls the moment she picked
out her Maggie Sottero gown at Brides
Dress Revisited in Tunbridge Wells: “I
figured early on that any white dress would
make me feel the part, but this one really
made me feel special. The most important
thing for me was that I felt comfortable and
able to move, and this was light, chic and
had the most stunning detail.” The dress
was made up of two components – an ivory
lace sheath worn over a satin slip dress.
It had a low V-shaped back and button
detailing, and Gemma teamed it with a
lace-edged veil. Her young bridesmaids
followed her up the aisle in sparkly pink
dresses from Monsoon.
The day was a beautiful celebration
of love from start to finish, but the one
moment that stands out in the couple’s
minds was just after the ceremony.
“I found out that morning that I was
pregnant, after trying for three years,”
smiles Gemma. “I told Sam outside the
church after the ceremony by handing him
the positive pregnancy test inside a box. It
was a really special moment.”
“Be prepared for a few hiccups but
know that if you embrace them, they
won’t ruin your day! Our car’s starter
motor broke down at the church,
so there I was, having to crank the
engine to get it going!”
Toptip

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CONTACT BOOK
VENUE: St Mary’s Church
(speldhurst.org/church) and bride’s
parents’ home, Kent
MARQUEE HIRE: Camelot
(camelotmarquees.co.uk)
TABLES, LINENS AND CUTLERY
HIRE: Sparkle Hire
(sparklehire.co.uk)
DRESS: Maggie Sottero at
Brides Dress Revisited (brides-
dressrevisited.com)
BRIDESMAID DRESSES:
Monsoon (uk.monsoon.co.uk)
GROOMSWEAR: Moss Bros
(moss.co.uk)
FLOWERS: The Box Tree Co.
Floral Design
(theboxtreecompany.co.uk)
CAKE: Marks & Spencer
(marksandspencer.com)
ENTERTAINMENT: Jonny Hepbir
(jonnyhepbir.com)

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
I
’d been dreaming about wedding dresses
long before getting engaged and would
spend hours – probably days – poring
over pictures in magazines and on the
internet,” recalls Jennifer. “I’m incredibly
fussy, so imagine how flabbergasted we all
were when I found my dress in the very
first shop we visited!” she laughs.
Jennifer’s gown was a White Rose Bridal
design, bought from Colchester boutique
Abigail’s Collection. “What’s great about
this range is that you can combine different
elements from different dresses to create
your desired style. I liked the bottom of one
dress and the top of another and finding
out they could be combined was the
perfect solution. I also chose to add a lace
overlay with short sleeves as I didn’t feel
like a strapless style suited me.
“Once the dress was ordered, it was a
long wait and the doubts started to creep
in because I hadn’t actually tried on ‘my’
PHOTOGRAPHY: ELLA VIOLET (ELLAVIOLETPHOTOGRAPHY.COM)
A FINE
ROMANCEJennifer & Jack
Pretty personal touches gave this country-house wedding a contemporary feel
dress. Fortunately, as soon as I went for my
first fitting, all doubts disappeared.”
A veil, also from Abigail’s Collection, a
pair of Kate Spade heels, a pair of drop
earrings and a bracelet completed Jennifer’s
look. Her team of bridesmaids – all fellow
teacher friends (“organisation of the day
was never going to be in doubt!”) – wore
full-length chiffon gowns in purple with
sparkly gold Kurt Geiger heels. The girls
all had their hair and make-up taken care
of on the morning of the wedding, which
helped them relax and enjoy the getting-
ready process without worry. “I had a trial
for both, so it meant I had no stress about
how my hair and make-up would look
because I’d seen it all before,” Jennifer adds.
Primed and ready to go, Jennifer and her
maids headed downstairs to Braxted Park’s
Orangery. A string quartet played in the
background as guests arrived, setting the
scene for a tranquil and elegant country-
house celebration.
“We wanted to keep the whole feel
classic and beautiful, in keeping with
the stately style of Braxted Park,” recalls
Jennifer. “Purple and gold worked well with
the setting and I felt it brought an element
of glamour to the décor – it also tied in with
the beautiful flowers that were blooming
in the grounds over the summer. Watching
our guests enjoy the surroundings as
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“I would encourage all couples to take
their time choosing their suppliers –
explore examples of their work, read
reviews from other people and meet
them in person if you can. A wedding
is so personal and it’s so important
that you’re comfortable with the
people working alongside you.”
Toptip

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CONTACT BOOK
VENUE: Braxted Park, Essex
(braxtedparkweddings.co.uk)
DRESS: White Rose Bridal
at Abigail’s Collection
(abigailscollection.co.uk)
SHOES: Kate Spade
(katespade.co.uk)
JEWELLERY: Ivory & Co at Liberty
in Love (libertyinlove.co.uk)
BRIDESMAID DRESSES:
Amazon (amazon.co.uk)
HAIR: Beautiful Hair 4 Weddings
(beautifulhair4weddings.co.uk)
MAKE-UP: Leanne Marie Make-up
(lm-makeupandbeauty.com)
GROOMSWEAR: Moss Bros
(moss.co.uk)
FLOWERS: Luke & Lottie Floral
Design (lukeandlottie.co.uk)
CAKE: Luca’s Cakes
(lucascakes.co.uk)
STATIONERY: Pretty Lane Wed-
dings (prettylaneweddings.co.uk)
ENTERTAINMENT:
The Giant Garden Games Hire
Company (thegiantgarden
gameshirecompany.co.uk);
Sole Bay Strings (solebaystrings.
co.uk); Electric Ocean
(electricoceanband.com)
VIDEOGRAPHY:
Boutique Wedding Films
(boutiqueweddingfilms.uk)
the day unfolded are some of our favourite
memories from the wedding.”
After the ceremony, guests dined on a
classic menu of tomato and ricotta tarts,
roast sirloin of British beef and peach and
raspberry ripple cheesecake with matcha
tea meringue. In the evening, a barbecue
was served in between band sets, in the
surroundings of the walled gardens.
On the tables were low flower
arrangements comprising mercury glass
vases and bottles filled with flowers,
interspersed with tealights and candles.
Another personal feature of decoration was
the photo table which showcased old snaps
of the couple’s parents and grandparents
on their wedding days.
To make the most of the venue’s
stunning grounds, the couple hired
garden games to entertain their guests
of all ages. Jack was put in charge of the
background music, hooking his playlist up
to the indoor and outdoor speakers to add
to the chilled vibe. In the evening, it was
function band Electric Ocean who took to
the stage, entertaining everyone with three
spectacular sets.
“They also played a brilliant version of
Everlong by the Foo Fighters for our first
dance. It was a great way to kickstart the
party,” adds Jennifer. “They had everyone
on the floor all night long.”
“We loved seeing the day that we’d spent two
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Moonlight
DANCING IN THE
PHOTOGRAPHY: D&A PHOTOGRAPHY (DA-PHOTO.CO.UK)
Margo & Dave
A picturesque vineyard in the Australian
countryside was the perfect setting for this
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D
ave popped the question to
Margo in Italy – the couple’s
last European holiday before
moving back to Australia,
where they first met. “We were
walking around the old town of Materra, in
Basilicata, and Dave got down on one knee
with the most beautiful ring from Raphael
in Hatton Garden,” recalls Margo. “He’d
done the traditional thing and asked my
parents beforehand. I remember feeling so
overwhelmed, I couldn’t stop laughing! We
had a beautiful dinner that night in a cave
restaurant built into the cliff of a seaside
village. It was incredibly beautiful.”
The couple opted for a stylish black-tie
affair, which they hosted at the Centennial
Vineyards in New South Wales. “My sister
is a celebrant and she married us in the
gardens, which made the whole ceremony
extra special,” says Margo. At the end of
the aisle were two plinths filled with white
roses and foliage, which were later brought
inside for the evening’s reception.
“My family heritage is Irish, so two good
friends from school read out an Irish
blessing. I still can’t believe I managed to
get through the vows without shedding a
single tear!”
After the ceremony, Margo, Dave and
their guests enjoyed champagne and
oysters out on the terrace before heading
inside for dinner. The reception space was
decked out with beautiful foliage, draped
along the centre of the tables and from the
beams. “The room had a big fireplace at the
rear where we placed old family photos,
there were three candelabra draped in
greenery, and on the tables were mini
bottles of limoncello for our guests – in a
little nod to where we had got engaged,”
“You don’t need all the bells and
whistles – as long as you have good
music, good food and good wine, all
your guests will be happy!”
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adds Margo.
The bride also kept her look classically
chic, choosing a gorgeous, slim-fitting
Pronovias gown made with silk crepe. “It
was simple at the front and had a low back
lined with lace – it’s a dress that will stand
the test of time and that’s exactly what I
wanted,” she recalls.
Margo also wore a veil, a pair of navy
suede Kurt Geiger heels and diamond
earrings. Her bridesmaids coordinated with
her style perfectly in their elegant navy blue
dresses and nude-coloured sandals. “As a
thank you, I gifted them each a rose gold
necklace monogrammed with their initial,
which they also wore on the day,” adds
Margo. The younger bridesmaids – nieces
Kate and Angele – wore handmade dresses
in a light peachy pink hue.
It was the couple’s live band of choice –
the Baker Boys Band – who got the party
underway with guitars, bongos, bass,
saxophone and drums. “Our guests loved
them!” recalls Margo. “They played all the
old-school favourites.
“Our first dance was to Vance Joy’s
Riptide. We decide to have dance lessons
before the wedding and so we pulled
off a great little sequence before inviting
everyone else to join in. I love folk music
and also wanted to pick something upbeat
to get our guests in the mood for a dance
and celebration.”
After the wedding, the newlyweds jetted
off to South Africa for a safari in Kruger
National Park, before enjoying hiking,
wine tours and even a friend’s wedding.
“We stayed at Mala Mala Game Reserve,
which was phenomenal – we saw the Big
Five within 24 hours!” recalls Margo. “Then
we went on to Drakensberg National Park
and did some hiking to the world’s second
highest waterfall. After the wedding, we
moved on to the Garden Route, where
we stayed in a treehouse with a spa bath
on the balcony. We met up with friends
in Cape Town, and finally ended up in
Franschhoek, where we had some of
the most epic food and wine. It was an
incredible two weeks.”
CONTACT BOOK
VENUE: Centennial Vineyards,
New South Wales, Australia
(centennial.net.au)
DRESS: Pronovias
(pronovias.com)
SHOES: Kurt Geiger
(kurtgeiger.com)
BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Jenny
Yoo at Bridesmaids Only
(bridesmaidsonly.com.au)
GROOMSWEAR: P Johnson
Tailors (pjt.com)
FLOWERS: Emma Blake Floral
(emmablakefloral.com.au)
CHEESE CAKE: Formaggi Ocello
(ocello.com.au)
STATIONERY: Straight Lines
Studio (straightlinesstudio.com)
ENTERTAINMENT: Baker Boys
Band (bakerboysband.com.au)
“I’ll never forget Dave’s face after I gave my
speech. I almost didn’t say anything because of
nerves but afterwards I got a standing ovation and
a huge embrace from my new husband.”

82. The Hare & Hounds Hotel, Tetbury The Swan Hotel, Bibury
The Manor House Hotel, Moreton-in-Marsh The Bay Tree Hotel, Burford
The Bear of Rodborough Hotel, Stroud
www.cotswold-inns-hotels.co.uk
Photography courtesy of: Jamie Dodd Photography, Cotswold Weddings, Tom Humphries Photography, Callisto Photography, Squib Photography
Weddings and Celebrations
with Cotswold Inns & Hotels
A privately-owned collection of beautiful venues in Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire

83. DETAILS
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84. Steering clear of animal
print, the shoot’s muted
shades comprised cool
creams, wood tones,
leafy green and faded pink.
A WALK
ONTHE
PHOTOGRAPHY: JENNIFER JANE PHOTOGRAPHY
(JENNIFERJANEPHOTOGRAPHY.CO.UK)
Recreate the romance of a retro safari
experience for a big day with a difference
STYLEDSHOOT
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85. T
aking inspiration from both her
own safari trip (“hearing lion
roars echoing into the night is
just magical”) and the film Out
of Africa, photographer Jennifer
Shoubridge brought early 20th century
details and the crisp linen tones of savanna
living together for an atmospheric alfresco
bridal shoot.
To transfer the spirit of the Serengeti
to Devon’s Deer Park, styling was kept
to minimum, with wicker chairs, vintage
trunks and rattan chargers.
As for the couple’s wedding look, they
embody 1900s-explorer elegance with a
twist. She wears an illusion-backed Isabelle
Montagu dress with drop-waist sash with
chunky pearls, while he dons a stone-
coloured three-piece suit, topped with a
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WORDS:LAURASUTHERLAND
Wooden animals, loire
crystal glasses and travel-
themed stationery combine
to evoke a turn-of-the-
century sundowners feel.

87. INSPIRATION
CONTACT BOOK
CONCEPT & STYLING:
Jennifer Shoubridge
(jenniferjanephotography.co.uk)
FLOWERS:
Flowers by Sophie Millington
(flowersbysophiemillington.com)
CAKE: Claire Makes Cakes
(clairemakescakes.co.uk)
STATIONERY: Hip Hip Hooray
(hiphiphooray.com)
FURNITURE: Virginia’s Vintage
Hire (virginiasvintagehire.co.uk)
ADDITIONAL PROPS: Keeping it
Vintage (keepingitvintage.co.uk)
TABLE LINEN: Lighthouse
Interiors (etsy.com)
PLATES: Jasper Conran for
Wedgwood (wedgwood.co.uk)
CUTLERY: Zara Home
(zarahome.com)
GLASSWARE: Marks & Spencer
(marksandspencer.com)
DRESS AND SHOES: Isabelle
Montagu (isabellemontagu.com)
JEWELLERY: Erin Cox
(erincox.co.uk)
HAIR: Natalie Nichols (facebook.
com/NatalieNicholsBridal)
MAKE-UP: Jai Prettejohn
(theeventstudios.co.uk)
GROOMSWEAR: Je Suis Mojo
(jesuismojo.com)
LOCATION: Deer Park, Devon
(deerpark.co.uk)
MODELS: Jasmine Lam,
Paul Wong
“The theme was complemented by a bouquet and
centrepiece of white stocks, waxflower, protea,
eucalyptus, white scabiosa and cream spray roses.”

88. INSPIRATION
weddingideasmag.com|NOVEMBER2018
PHOTOGRAPHY: EVERYTHING BETWEEN (EVERYTHINGBETWEEN.CO.UK)
An ombré palette of pinks with metallic accents
capture the bohemian spirit of the Freedom Collection
Coming
UP ROSY
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The sunlit greenery of Norton
Grounds was juxtaposed with
unexpected rose gold and
glass touches for a wholly
modern open-air reception.
F
reedom, the new in-house dress
range from Stratford-upon-Avon’s
Boho Bride boutique, is aimed at
“women who dare to be different
and have a clear sense of their
own style; they’re fun, sophisticated and
modern,” explains director Lynette Turner.
Desiring a quirky bohemian shoot
location that would enliven the collection’s
diaphanous layers, flowing skirts and tactile
laces, she opted for the bucolic idyll of
Norton Grounds in the Cotswolds, which
is known for hosting alfresco marquee and
tipi weddings.
The free-spirited feel continued with
a multi-textured trailing bouquet, which
featured David Austin Juliet roses, Turkish
Delight spray roses, Blanchette spray roses,
carnations, listhianthus, ammi daucus
carota, delphiniums and waxflower in an
array of graduating pinks and deep green.
To complement the dresses’
contemporary details, rose gold cutlery,
bloom-filled terrariums, laser-cut place
cards and a honeycomb table plan brought
the reception styling together. 

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CONTACT BOOK
CONCEPT AND DRESSES:
Boho Bride
(bohobrideboutique.co.uk)
ADDITIONAL DRESS
DESIGN: Lola & Em
(lolaandem.co.uk)
COORDINATION: Golden
Pineapple Hospitality (golden-
pineapplehospitality.co.uk)
PROP HIRE AND STYLING:
Hollie Freeland
(holliefreeland.com)
FLOWERS: March Hare Floral
Design (marchhare.co.uk)
CAKE: Vanilla Pod Bakery
(vanillapodbakery.com)
STATIONERY: Emerald
Paper Design
(emeraldpaperdesign.com)
HAIR: Hevans Bespoke Hair
(hevansbespokehair.co.uk)
MAKE-UP: Christine Cara
(christinecaramakeup.com)
GROOMSWEAR: Country
Master (countrymaster.co.uk)
JEWELLERY: Aneata Boote
(aneatabootedesign.
simpl.com)
LOCATION: Norton
Grounds, Cotswolds
(nortongrounds.com)
MODELS: Ellie May, Clement
Sallefranque
The groom’s look,
in keeping with the
countryside location,
was a tan checked
three-piece suit.
WORDS:LAURASUTHERLAND

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92. RUDDING PARK FOLLIFOOT HARROGATE NORTH YORKSHIRE HG3 1JH 01423 844883
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To find out more and arrange
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Photography. Gary Lawson, Tim Hardy, Tobiah Tayo.
Choose from a bespoke wedding Inspired by You,
Traditional Elegance or Interactive and Informal
New for 2019 – ‘the ultimate insta-worthy wedding experience’
Located on a lake in the grounds at Rudding Park, newlyweds can enjoy a
romantic rowing boat trip to Love Island where they can spend time alone
to toast their first moments as a married couple

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Ever wondered what the wedding experts would choose
for their own big day? We find out how five industry
insiders said ‘I do’
How they did it…
THE MAKE-UP ARTIST
Kate, 28, specialises in bridal make-up for Blow
Ltd. She married Matt in 2017, in the Cotswolds.
“For me, it was all about fresh, simple skin. Nothing too
heavy: just a really bright pop of blush, groomed brows,
definition on the eyes, a slick of waterproof mascara and
a neutral lip just a little darker than my natural lip colour. I
wanted to look like me at my very best.
“My skin’s oily around my T-zone, so I made sure my Nars
foundation was oil-free and I used a Bobbi Brown brow
powder instead of a pencil for softer definition. I nearly
went for a plum lip, which I don’t normally wear: I advise
brides against this all the time! Luckily, I changed my mind.
“I didn’t go for facials, but I did invest more in my
skincare routine: regular face masks and a Clarisonic
cleansing brush. I also used a gradual self-tanner rather
than a spray tan for a more natural look.” @blowltd
THE FLORIST
Victoria, 38, from London owns
Foxgloves & Glory. She married
Joe in the summer of 2017.
“We had two wedding ceremonies; a legal
wedding at Chelsea Town Hall followed by
a humanist ceremony in a marquee at my
parent’s farm in Northamptonshire. As a
florist, I knew exactly what to order months
in advance, and I knew the costings too. I
also foraged a lot of foliage from the farm
which saved us so much money.
“For the London wedding I wanted rich
jewel tones to line the dinner table, while
for the marquee my vision was seasonal
British flowers and small plants in vintage
terracotta pots. The marquee colour palette
was based around my favorite rose, Evelyn,
which is a billowy apricot-coloured bloom.
“I picked whatever my local British
suppliers grew: garden roses, metre-long
trails of honeysuckle, herbs – rosemary,
mint and basil, cosmos, verbena, scented
geraniums, eremurus and nasturtiums. The
list was endless: a florist’s dream!
“There were flowers alongside long
runners of vintage bottles and cut glass
on the trestle tables. There were six huge
arrangements on the circular bar and
posies on the low tables, plus a dedicated
headdress station for guests to make their
own flower crowns.” @foxglovesandglory

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WORDS:EVACAIDEN.PHOTOGRAPHY:BABESTUDIO.CO.UK;LORNANEWMANWEDDINGS.COM
THE DRESS DESIGNER
Ashley, from California, set up her
bridal label Daughters of Simone
in 2012. She married Terrence this
year in Lake Como, Italy.
“My mum wore an off-the-shoulder
wedding dress in the 1970s, and I always
knew I wanted a similar silhouette. My
sister and I used to model our own dresses
when we started, so I knew the fit I wanted.
I was inspired by the fabric first, which was
100 per cent silk. As I sketched, these long
flowing sleeves appeared, like a dream!
“We added in some unique features
along the way. I wanted my dress to feel like
a strapless gown that would stay up on its
own. So we added boning and a little more
structure to make the sleeves lie properly,
so I didn’t have to pull them up all day. The
slit at the front was a last-minute decision
to make the dress more free-flowing. Then
we added a crazy train – it’s the one time in
your life you can have all that drama!
“My gown was fully lined in satin which
meant no matter how sweaty I got, I wasn’t
bothered. The French bustle – which I
always encourage brides to have – meant I
could make the most of the dancefloor.
“Only my mum and sister saw my dress
beforehand. I didn’t want to get bogged
down in opinions or details. That’s what
I recommend to my brides. Trends are
constantly changing, but stick to what you
feel like yourself in.”
Ashley’s wedding dress is a modified
version of a dress that will be included
in the Daydream collection, launching
October 2018. @daughtersofsimone
THE PHOTOGRAPHER
Cornwall-based freelance
photographer, Laura, 46, married
husband Paul in 2003.
“I’m quite traditional and wanted the
photos to capture a sense of the day, so
my wedding photography was hugely
important to me. Saying that, I booked
someone who had never shot a wedding
before! I was just starting out in my career
after completing a degree and he was
producing great images that excited me.
“I didn’t talk to anyone else. In those
days, it wasn’t unusual to book people on
word of mouth. I paid him about £1,000 – a
lot back then.
“Luckily, he took some lovely shots. I
met him the night before to show him the
church, which was near my parents’ house.
He took a few of me at the hairdresser, and
ceremony and first dance snaps. His style
was reportage, so I didn’t have many group
shots. It fitted with the simple, laidback
style of our wedding.” @lashmanphoto
THE EVENT PLANNER
Gemma, 36, is head of private
group events at Drake & Morgan.
She married Scott in August 2017,
in the Essex countryside.
“I’m looking after more than 100 weddings
this year but I was a relaxed bride for my
own. In fact, I found out I was pregnant
after we’d booked the venue, so we had a
10-month-old on the big day!
“Before we did anything else, we made a
list of what mattered to us. We wanted an
outdoor ceremony and a great band.
“The venue we picked had a pagoda
where we could get married. But vitally,
if it rained, there was a light, spacious
conservatory. Having both options meant
no stressing about the weather! One of my
husband’s customers is in a band he loves,
so we booked them for the evening.
“I planned everything in a notebook I’d
bought especially. But until we had chosen
a venue, I didn’t do much. as your venue
shapes your other decisions. Although
our budget wasn’t limitless, I didn’t look
at prices until i’d seen venues, so as not to
write anything off. I believe if you find the
venue for you, you’ll find a way to make it
happen.” @drakeandmorgan

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Grey is the new white when it
comes to the showstopper, but
don’t forget the flourishes
SHADES
OF GREY
Chic, sleek and glamorous, faded dove grey makes
a gorgeous addition to your reception styling. Don’t
want a completely grey cake? Mix it up by combining
with metallic details, choose to keep just one tier
grey, or opt for a stunning marbled effect. Delicate
pink, lilac and even pale yellow also work well with
this hue, while grey and white looks festive for a
winter wedding that’s free of Christmas clichés.
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99. DETAILS
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Swap sugary pastels for richer
seasonal hues and muted
tones in a more organic posy
JEWEL
FORCE
Whether it’s wispy wildflowers, statement dahlias,
protea, poppies or classic roses, autumn is a season
still brimming with beautiful blooms. Keep the style
of your posy loose, romantic and soft by teaming
with bountiful herbs, foliage and berries, and really
play up to the time of year with deeper jewel shades
(plum, dark pink, even orange) mixed with lighter
tones, like lilac or cream to add dimension.
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Wild Spirit
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Twigs & Greens

100. The perfect
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101. DETAILS
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Turn over a new leaf with
foliage-inspired stationery
BRANCH
OUT
Set the scene for a flower- and foliage-filled day with
the season’s prettiest botanical stationery sets. Will
you go totally tropical – palm leaves, bold cactus
prints and fabulous ferns? You might prefer a more
rustic style with eucalyptus leaves, olive branches
and thistles printed onto brown Kraft paper. Or
perhaps you’ll want to set the scene for a more classic
country garden do, with handpainted flowers and
delicate metallic details. The choice is yours!
Nicety Studio
Nicety Studio
The Bridal Paperie
Eliza May Prints
Norma & Dorothy
Bee Invited
Papier

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PHOTOGRAPHY: CAT LANE (CATLANEWEDDINGS.COM)
A dramatic backdrop of enchanting evergreens, glowing
lantern light and whimsical styling make for an ethereal vibe
GOOD NATURE
STYLEDSHOOT

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I
reland’s boundless natural beauty and
more specifically, the stunning evergreen
forest and charming river walk that
surround Powerscourt Hotel, inspired
Nadia Wood of Amulet Events to create a
simple yet impactful bridal shoot setting in
a clearing overlooking a babbling stream in
the idyllic County Wicklow spot.
“To evoke a sense of romance in this
most tranquil of places, we opted for
an elegant theme with a chaise longue,
chandelier and glowing candlelit lanterns,”
says Nadia.
Referring to the fashion aspect of the
shoot, she adds: “Adding further wonder to
this mythical scene, our model epitomised
traditional celtic beauty in a winsome two-
tone gown.”
The final shots of the day, which
captured the couple at the foot of the
magnificent Powerscourt waterfall,
embodied the awesome power and pure
serenity of both nature and love.
The bouquets stood out under
the moody woodland shade
with rich jewel-toned blooms,
vibrant green leaves and
dramatic pastel lilies.

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“With huge ancient trees enveloping an
enchanted altar scene, you could almost
imagine pixies dancing as the rain played a
symphony on the dense canopy above.”
The model was given a soft,
textured up-do and serene
make-up look with subtle
blush to complement her
natural alabaster beauty.

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WORDS:LAURASUTHERLAND
CONTACT BOOK
CONCEPT AND PLANNING:
Amulet Events (amuletevents.com)
STYLING: MBZ International
(mbzinternational.com)
FLOWERS: The Flower Boutique
(theflowerboutique.ie)
PROP HIRE: Plan It
(planit-weddings.ie)
DRESSES: Beau Bride
(beaubride.ie)
HAIR: Aviary Lane
(facebook.com/aviarylane)
MAKE-UP: Making Faces
(making-faces.ie)
GROOMSWEAR: Benetti
(benetti.ie)
LOCATION: Powerscourt Hotel
& Resort, Ireland
(powerscourthotel.com)
MODELS: Mary Kate Lanigan,
Niall Matthews (1stoption.ie)

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