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Isabella Grace, Tunbridge Wells 01892 513023; Prima Donna,
Norwich 01603 630483; Teokath, Wimbledon 020 8971 2000;
Teokath, Canterbury 01227 379000. • Midlands • Quello,
Kenilworth 01926 858835; Wedding World, Shrewsbury 01743
272444. • North • Bellissima, Bury 01204 888025; Bridal
Lounge, Stockport 0161 483 2222; Bridal Lounge,
Northallerton 01904 633 655; Brides of York 01904 633655;
Love Bridal Boutique, Altrincham 0161 941 6446; Mears Ghyll
Bridal Rooms, Lancaster 01524 770437. • East • Bride of
Beauty, Needham Market, Suffolk 01449 722248. • Wales &
The West • Krystle Brides, Bath 01225 446844; Sam Cox,
Plymouth 01752 228451; The White Collection, Clevedon,
Somerset 01275 876056 • Scotland • Anne Priscilla,
Glasgow 0141 222 2504; Rachel Scott Couture, Edinburgh
0131 556 1520; Vows Bridal Boutique, Alford, Aberdeenshire
07787 518961. • Channel Islands • Bridal Boutique,
Jersey 01534 728888. • N Ireland • Blush Boutique, Belfast
02890 661101. • Ireland • The Fairy Godmother Bridal
Boutique, Middleton, Cork 00 353 870 644420; The White
Room, Mullingar 00 353 (0)44 9347661. • Japan • Four Sis
And Co, Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya And Gunma, 00 81 354 103080.
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welcome...
I don’t think I’m alone in the fact that I love a good
party, so we have devoted this issue to planning
the biggest of your life – your wedding reception.
Our themed special on page 67 helps you shop
for those all important celebratory pieces, from
stationery to cakes and decorations to favours. For
advice from the experts on how to tailor these to
your reception location, turn to our feature How To
Style Your Venue on page 136.
Speaking of which, we have rounded up the best silver screen settings
to host your big day, including Castle Ward from Game of Thrones and
Blenheim Palace from Cinderella in As Seen On Screen on page 130.
If your reception is taken care of but your outfits aren’t, then our
fun and frivolous My Best Friend’s Wedding photoshoot on page 143
showcases the latest pastel bridesmaid dresses alongside beautiful
bridal gowns. Meanwhile your groom’s and groomsmen’s wardrobes
are sorted in our Modern Love photoshoot on page 156. While our
themed Runway to Wedding Day pages (page 61) also boast beautiful
bridesmaid dresses in this season’s hottest colours of barbie pink and
cool aquamarine.
For celebrity-inspired beauty, hair and fitness ideas, turn to our newly
revamped beauty section on page 172 where Olympic gold medalist
Victoria Pendleton offers tips for pre-wedding wellbeing and Amal
Clooney inspires the latest make-up buys.
Finally, for those of you planning that dream getaway following the
party, turn to our travel section on page 197. While the long-haul luxe
of Bali (page 202) and Barbados (198) are as popular as ever, the likes
of Bodrum (page 200) and Reykjavik (page 205) are equally gorgeous,
and just a short plane-ride away!
I hope we inspire you, and help
make your planning seem like a
piece of cake!
Pretty in pink –
with a flutter of
feathers and a
dash of gold.
IT MAKES SCENTS
Leave a trail of Van Cleef & Arpels limited
edition Rêve Enchanté eau de parfum,
£50 (50ml) as you glide down the aisle.
Available from Harrods.
TIERS OF
LOVE
Bring a touch
of style to
your dessert
table with this
‘Baroque’ cake,
£645 (serves
90), from
Rachelle’s.
CANDY
PETALS
Mary Jane Vaughan’s
hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Candy Avalanche’
roses, ‘Parrot’ tulips,
anemones, ranunculus,
waxflower and
eucalyptus will pop
perfectly against your
dress.
walking
ON AIR
Claire Ridley
Take your first
steps as a ‘Mrs’
in these dreamy
nude feather
beauties, £75,
from Little
Mistress.
Editor
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144
Wedding shops
52 The wish list
Find your inner ’50s screen-siren with our
round-up of Marilyn inspiration
55 Fashion edit
You’ll have serious beauty in the palm of your
hand with these show-stopping clutch bags
57 Reception edit
95 Debate: Would you
have multiple best men?
Look for this
symbol
for our cover
stories
Real weddings
♥ 101 Bespoke big days
Read how they did it and steal their style with
19 pages of inspiring real-life weddings
Dress up your wedding breakfast with our
pick of the tastiest menu cards
Wedding insight
59 Beauty edit
♥ 130 As seen on screen
You’ll be scent-sational with our fresh-forsummer fragrances
We round-up famous venues from the latest
television and film releases
61 Runway to wedding day
♥ 132 Vendors
assemble!
Theme your day with three of the coolest
colour palettes of the season
♥ 67 Receptions special
Fill your moodboards with styling inspiration,
from tropical to whimsical wonderland
Wedding update
88 Bridal bulletin
We have all the latest launches, news and
trends for your big day
51
159
Two brides share their thoughts
How to employ your
dream wedding team
♥ 136 How to style
your venue
From a grand
castle to a boho
tipi, rustic barn
and traditional
marquee
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June•July 2015
138 High tea hens
The finest venues to take tea and cake in
the capital
140 Rainbow Retro
Make like the celebrities with our all-star guide
to choosing a colourful wedding dress
Fashion & beauty
144 My best friend’s wedding
Get your girls involved with tulle gowns and
cocktail jewellery they’ll love you for
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156 Modern love
Floor-length gowns and tailored tuxedos will
create timeless elegance for you and your beau
172 Backstage beauty
Take inspiration from the beauty experts behind
the scenes at The National Wedding Show
♥ 175 Inspiring star style
Learn to recreate the classic glow and perfect
precision of Amal Clooney’s glamorous look
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♥ 176 Celeb hair
There’s a new hairstyle in tinsel town, find out
how to work Jessica Alba’s long bob, and colour
change like Kim Kardashian and Cara Delevingne
♥ 178 Bridal body blitz
Shape up in style with nutrition and training advice
from fitness experts including Victoria Pendleton
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104
52
Receptions
182 Bright and beautiful
Bring candy colour to your summer celebration
188 Simple makes
Get crafty with two shiny new DIY projects:
a paper heart garland and floral love sign
♥ 190 Floral fever
We’ve picked fresh petals perfect for palettes of
white, peach, pink and purple
Honeymoons
198 Totally tropical
See the best of the Caribbean with a twin-centre
break to Bequia and Barbados
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116
Offers & prizes
98 Get two tickets for £20 to
The National Wedding Show
Save on the Autumn shows with this great offer
200 Turkish delight
♥ 168 Win a designer dress, worth
£1,500
You’ll find a totally romantic mix of old and new in
the coastal Bodrum Peninsula
Your big day will be all sewn up if you win this
stunning Cinderella-style Allure Bridals gown
202 Bali and me
194 Save 20% at Caroline Gardner
Find your own quiet corner of the Indonesian
island which offers both beach and culture
Shop stationery and gifts with a designer discount
205 City chic: Reykjavik
Added extras
Discover why the Icelandic capital is the latest
must-go destination
Your essential guide to organising the big day
206 Mr & Mrs
226 Finishing touches
From historical houses to city-centre cool, we
review the most romantic first-night hotel escapes
for you and your beau
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symbol
for our cover
stories
Wedding
209 The planner and directory
Go beautifully boho with our pick of free-spirited
details; from your floral hair circlet right down to
your jewelled sandals
On the cover
Photography: Mark Bloom.
Styling: Jenny Swire. Hair:
Charley McEwen at Carol
Hayes Management using
Bumble and Bumble products.
Make-up: Sara Raeburn
using Clinique skincare and
make-up products. Model:
Rebecca Pearson at Bookings.
Long crepe satin dress with
corded lace top, £2,475, David Fielden. Cubic zirconia
bracelet, £168, Basia Zarzycka. Freshwater pearl stud
earrings, £481, Coleman Douglas Pearls. Hand-tied
bouquet of Bombastic spray roses, avalanche roses and
pale pink ranunculus, Mary Jane Vaughan
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Editor
Claire Ridley
Associate Editor
Danielle Wilkins
Deputy Editor
Marcia Moody
Art
Senior Designer Sophie Farage
Acting Senior Designer Suzie Bothwell
Junior Designer Amy Wiseman
Fashion & Beauty
Fashion Editor Sarah Tippett
Fashion & Lifestyle Assistant
Lauren Godfrey
Features
Features Writer Emma Vince
Editorial Assistant Leanne Wilcox
Web
Web Editor Katie Byrne
Contributors
Nick Boulos, Karen Brand, Alice Manning,
Sarah Gilbert, Jenny Swire, Sophie Holt,
Siobhan Grogan, Roshina Jowaheer, Victoria Rolison
Managing Director
Luke Patten
Production Manager
Reg French
Advertising Fashion Manager
Nicola Moore (01206 851117 ext 242)
Victoria Pendleton
Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton offers her
fitness tips on page 178
Victoria on...
Her own wedding
I absolutely loved dancing – I couldn’t
stop twirling around in my Suzanne
Neville dress! We had the Strictly Come
Dancing band playing and the dancefloor
was packed. It was awesome!
Her tip for brides-to-be
Don’t try to be a hero while planning
your wedding. I love crafts and ended up
becoming a bit of a DIY bride, but you
can’t do everything, so accept help!
Display Sales Executive
Sally Jervis (01206 851117 ext 288)
Classified Sales Executive
Natasha Jackson (01206 851117 ext 258)
Financial Controller
Lesley Shard
International advertising enquiries
Germany
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Sarah Hammond
Sarah Hammond, director at catering
company rhubarb (rhubarb.net), explores
food and drink options for every reception
style on page 134
Sarah on...
Her favourite wedding
Last year we had a wedding abroad in
Santorini which was an exciting challenge.
All the food was sourced locally, so we
visited the site beforehand to make
contacts with local suppliers. Then we
flew out our staff and china and built
our own kitchen out there. It was such a
phenomenal week!
Hair and make-up artist Lizzie Court
worked on the ‘My best friend’s wedding’
shoot on page 144
Lizzie on...
Summer’s hot trends
This season’s make-up is awash with
lovely bright lips in pinks and corals. Keep
eyes minimal with a sweep of gold or
chocolate brown for definition
Her bridal hair top tips
Keep things uncomplicated and unstuffy.
The best hair always looks loose and soft.
It’s important to feel comfortable and like
you, just a little better.
Lizzie Court
Nick is an award-winning travel writer and
for this issue he headed to Reykjavik. Read
his review on page 205
Nick on...
His favourite trip
Antarctica was a real dream come true
– an epic journey I had dreamed about
all my life. My few days on Necker Island
ranks quite highly, too.
Travel essentials
Tiger balm is always in my bag. It’s perfect
for dealing with assorted travel woes
including mosquito bites.
Nick Boulos
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FANTASY FLORALS
words: katie byrne photography: polly alexandre (alexandreweddings.com); jose villa (josevilla.com); Ruth atkinson
(ruthatkinsonphotography.com); lucy davenport (lucydavenport.co.uk)
Thought flowers were just for
bouquets and buttonholes? Wrong!
We’ve got endless ideas for adding
some finishing floral touches to your
wedding day – from a subtle pop
of petals to wow-factor displays for
your reception.
behind the scenes...
MAIDS IN HEAVEN
Let’s talk about your bridesmaids!
From mix-n-match style ideas to
etiquette advice and survivors’
guides, we’ve got endless tips and
inspiration for your favourite ladies
to feast their eyes on. Get them to
log-on today!
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Take a peek behind-the-scenes at our latest fashion shoots –
models and dresses galore!
Our round-up of
gorgeous ideas for
your reception, from
decor to favours, and
cakes to stationery, will
give you some serious
W-day inspiration.
Get pinning...
Team Wedding did tea: check out the feature on page 140 and see
some of the pics on our Instagram feed. Drool...
See what we got up to out and about at spring’s most fabulous
bridal events, including lifestyle assitant Lauren at The National
Wedding Show and editor Claire at The London Bridal Show
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Shop your day
Visit online and shop our hand-picked edit of beautiful reception buys and
fashionable finishing touches for your big day
Flower
pearl drop
necklace,
£15, Alan
Hannah
Devoted at
Jon Richard
Flower
pearl drop
earrings,
£12, Alan
Hannah
Devoted
at Jon
Richard
Silver milk churn
tablecentre, £10;
mercury silver bud
vases, £20 (for six),
and blackboard bucket,
£6.95, all The Wedding
Of My Dreams
Silk flower and
crystal spray
headband, £40,
Jon Richard
Mercury silverfooted vase,
£14, and glass
bud vase name
card holders,
£12 (for
four), all The
Wedding Of
My Dreams
Distressed cream jugs,
£14.50 each, and rustic
tableplan frame with
silver buckets, £30, all The
Wedding Of My Dreams
000
Classic
rose petal
shoe clips,
£55 each,
Freya
Rose
‘Blossom’ hair
comb, £115,
Freya Rose
‘Rossina’ hair
pins, £95
(for three),
Freya Rose
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• London & The South • Boo Bridal, Hartley Wintney,
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Isabella Grace, Tunbridge Wells 01892 513023; Prima Donna,
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Teokath, Canterbury 01227 379000. • Midlands • Quello,
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Love Bridal Boutique, Altrincham 0161 941 6446; Mears Ghyll
Bridal Rooms, Lancaster 01524 770437. • East • Bride of
Beauty, Needham Market, Suffolk 01449 722248. • Wales &
The West • Krystle Brides, Bath 01225 446844; Sam Cox,
Plymouth 01752 228451; The White Collection, Clevedon,
Somerset 01275 876056 • Scotland • Anne Priscilla,
Glasgow 0141 222 2504; Rachel Scott Couture, Edinburgh
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07787 518961. • Channel Islands • Bridal Boutique,
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02890 661101. • Ireland • The Fairy Godmother Bridal
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Room, Mullingar 00 353 (0)44 9347661. • Japan • Four Sis
And Co, Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya And Gunma, 00 81 354 103080.
For more details call 020 8804 1444
or visit alanhannah.co.uk
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SCENTS OF OCCASION
When it comes to last-minute finishing touches, be sure to add
a fresh fragrance to your list. Choose from one of these limitededition scents or turn to our beauty edit on page 59 for even
more classics.
EVERYTHING'S PEACHY
From pineapples and pears, to peaches and apples, the trend for fruity
reception details is ripe and ready for your sweet picking! We love
these exotic details and you can find far more in our receptions special,
starting on page 67.
Limited Edition
Happy in
Bloom perfume
spray, £26.50
for 30ml,
Clinique
Limited Edition
Very Irrésistible
eau de toilette,
£66 for 75ml,
Givenchy at The
Fragrance Shop
Monique Lhuillier
Buttonhole of ranunculus,
‘Isis’ spray roses and dwarf
pineapples, Rebel Rebel
Pink crystal apple and
pear ornaments, £297
each, Tresor Paris
Compiled by: Claire Ridley. Words: Victoria Rolison.
Jenny Packham
Limited Edition L’Eau d’Issey
Summer eau de toilette,
£41 for 100ml, Issey Miyake
at Debenhams
Pink ‘Love
Birds Wink’
clutch bag,
£245, Kate
Spade
‘Peaches in the
Summertime’
square cushion,
£28, Emma
Bridgewater
Silver crystal
necklace, £50,
Mikey at H Samuel
‘1920s
Silver’ cake,
from £825,
Rachelles
Lipstick clutch
bag, £350, Lulu
Guinness
Pink suitcase, £385,
Steamline Luggage
TIME TRAVELLER
Imagine your honeymoon wardrobe laid lovingly in this vintagestyle suitcase! And your essentials will fit just perfectly in these
quirky kitsch clutch bags. You'll find lots more to have and to hold
in our Fashion Edit, page 55.
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Silver cubic zirconia
heart earrings, £66,
Cavendish French
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Schneeball’
hydrangeas,
‘Snowflake’ spray
roses, ‘Ambassador’
freesias, snowberries,
brunia, sprayed
blackberries, senecio
and mimosa foliage,
Dawson Flowers
SILVER-SCREEN STYLE
Give your big day the grandeur it deserves with these glittering
details – you'll find glamour galore in The Wish List on page 52. Floralfashionistas will love these designer gowns (above) – find more catwalk
inspiration on our Runway to Wedding Day pages, starting on page 61.
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GODDESS
SILVER screen style
Discover your inner 1950s siren
with this ivory satin off-theshoulder delight, £185, from
The Pretty Dress Company. We
just suggest steering clear of any
sudden subway drafts.
The fashion house’s No.5
eau de parfum, £68 for
50ml, was not only the
style icon’s favourite scent,
but it’ll make the perfect
gift for your maids.
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Amp up the glamour
with Sexy Hair’s
Blonde Shining Star
Shine Spray, £13.95.
It’ll help hold your
bridal style and
add that must-have
glossy finish.
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some like it
hot...
PINK! Aptly named ‘Hollywood
Cerise’, this show-stopping
lipstick, £15.50, from Philip
Treacy at MAC will perfect your
pout for the big day.
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PEEPTOE PRETTY
Put your very best foot forward
in the right pair of shoes. These
ivory satin peep toes, £190, with
decadent ‘Monroe’ crystal clips,
£195 (for two), from Freya Rose are
the pair to do it in.
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eye-conic
Master Marilyn’s signature eyeliner flick with Diego Dalla Palma’s
Très Chic water-resistant eyeliner,
£14, at Marks & Spencer. Its fluid
liquid formula is perfect for adding
flair to an eyelash flutter.
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gentlemen
prefer
blondes
WEDDING shops
10
9
timeless classic
Opt for this gorgeous bouquet
to perfectly complement your
fifties style. Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Akito’, ‘Avalanche’, ‘Vendela’
and ‘Ice Bear’ roses, ‘Super
Bubbles’ spray roses, ‘Volante’
freesias and lily of the valley,
The Vera Wang Collection at
Interflora.
BALLETIC BOMBSHELL
Revive 1950s Marilyn style
with your dress; turn to
the likes of Alan Hannah’s
Rita Mae collection, Candy
Anthony and Lou Lou
bridal
11
pin-up pearls
Bedeck your hair with
7
tiers of tulle
Known for her glamorous A-line
gowns and full skirts,
why not take inspiration
from this style in the
delectable form of
icing? It will make for
one show-stopper
of a wedding
cake. ‘Ruffle rose’
wedding cake, £525
(serves 215), Pretty
Tasty
8
this beautiful pearl
and Swarovski crystal
hairband, £260, by Victoria
Fergusson. It’s the perfect
finishing touch!
FIFTIES
fabulous
Add a little tinsel town
A-list sparkle with these
silver crystal and pearl
earrings, £25.99, by Aye Do
12
norma jean-ius
Crank up the style dial on your
bridal look with this incredible
‘Girl’s Best Friend’ crystalencrusted Marilyn Monroe clutch
bag, from a selection, Judith
Leiber at Harrods.
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WEDDING shops
Fashion
Edit
Satin framed pearl
clutch, £25, Very
Keep your bridal essentials close to
hand in one of these show-stopping
clutch bags
Crystal embellished
clutch, £60, Untold at
House of Fraser
Crystal embroidered hardcase clutch,
£45, Accessorize
Jewel-encrusted box
clutch, £35, River Island
Floral embellished box
clutch, £79, Monsoon
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Swap your
bouquet for a
crystal clutch
after the wedding
breakfast
These little
beauties are
ideal to reuse
after the
wedding!
Gold circular box clutch, £39.99, Quiz
Jewelled rectangular box clutch, £75, Dune
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White crystal rectangular box clutch, £198,
Butler & Wilson
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WEDDING shops
Reception
Edit
Set the tone for a delicious wedding
breakfast with stationery which looks
good enough to eat
‘Airmail' menu,
from £1.50,
Swoon At The
Moon
‘Whimsical
Wonderland’
menu, £2.50,
PaperGrace
‘Blooms’ round
plate menu, £4,
Eagle Eyed Bride
‘Sweet
Vintage’ menu,
from 80p, Hip
Hip Hooray
Compiled by: Lauren Godfrey. For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
‘Terence' menu, from
£2.50, Tuppence Collective
‘Lavandula’ menu, £1.75,
Ivy Ellen
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‘Elephant’
menu,
£2.50,
Emma Jo
‘Seashell’ menu, from 45p,
Rack Card Design by Metarla
Weddings at Zazzle
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Your dream dress. Starting at £ 295.
S E E T H E C O L L E C T I O N AT DAV I D S B R I DA L .C O. U K
WEDDING shops
Beauty
Edit
These new summer fragrances will suit
any bridal style
Sì eau de
toilette, £54 for
50ml, Giorgio
Armani
Brit Rhythm
eau de toilette,
£50 for 50ml,
Burberry at
John Lewis
Fresh Cream eau de toilette,
£34 for 60ml, Philosophy at
John Lewis
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La Petite Robe Noire eau fraiche, £38.50
for 30ml, Guerlain at The Fragrance Shop
Gucci Flora Glamorous Magnolia
eau de toilette, £55 for 50ml,
Gucci at Boots
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English Pear & Freesia cologne,
£82 for 100ml, Jo Malone
Lily of the Valley eau de
toilette, £8 for 50ml,
Heathcote & Ivory
Stella eau de toilette, £42
for 30ml, Stella McCartney
at Boots
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Moschino
WEDDING shops
‘Bride To Be’
headband,
£20, Rock ‘N
Roll Bride for
Crown & Glory
Fabric bow
hairclip, £3,
Claire’s
Tassel tail
balloon,
£35.95,
Bubblegum
Balloons
Ombre
wine glass,
£28 (set
of four),
LSA
Heartshaped stud
earrings,
£3.50,
Claire’s
Hand-tied
bouquet of
‘Nena’ roses and
bouvardia, NB
Flowers
Body by Victoria
eau de parfum,
£21.90 (25ml),
Victoria’s Secret
at Perlago
‘Barbie’ wedding
invitation, from £4,
Ananya Cards
Pink chiffon
bridesmaid dress,
£182, Romantica
Runway
to wedding Day
Bring back Barbie for a playful
pink twist on your styling
Compact
mirror, £7,
Accessorize
Compiled by: Sarah Tippett (fashion & beauty) and Lauren Godfrey (lifestyle).
For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Nail polish in
Barbie, from
£6, Zoya
Flower
garden
sticks, £4
(set of five),
Paperchase
‘Origami Bow’
wedding cake,
£650 (serves 80),
The Whitty
Cake
Company
Retro-style
sunglasses, £3,
Primark
Table grouping of ‘Sarah
Bernhardt’ peonies,
‘Piano’ and ‘Piaget’ roses,
‘Mimi Eden’ spray roses,
and hypericum berries,
Roni Floral Design
Resin rose
cocktail
ring, from
£130,
Oscar de la
Renta
Buttonhole
of spray rose,
ranunculus,
eucalyptus and
astrantia, Joanne
Truby Floral
Design
Cushion,
£125,
Zoeppritz
at Amara
Born Lippy
lip balm in
Lychee, £3,
The Body
Shop
Pink patent
court shoes,
£425, Christian
Louboutin at
MyTheresa
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Rodarte
Layered
necklace, £16,
Oasis
WEDDING shops
Blue rhodium
and rose gold
chandelier
earrings, £150,
Guess
Ombre pom-pom,
from £6.25, Miss
Étoile
Rose tie pin,
£49, Tiger of
Sweden
Aquamarine,
white, rose
and yellow
gold diamond
ring, price on
application, Theo
Fennell
‘Art Deco’ cone, £7 (for
10), filled with ‘Ocean’ and
‘Apple Blossom’ hydrangea
petals, £12.49 (per litre),
The Confetti Cone
Company
Blue sequin
maxi dress,
£249, Ariella
London at
Little Black
Dress
Nail polish in
Pacific, £3.99,
Aquarium
collection by
Barry M at
Boots
Limited Edition
Aqua Oriens eau
de toilette, £54
(50ml), Van Cleef
& Arpels at House
of Fraser
Runway
Shark framed clutch,
£250, Kate Spade
New York
to wedding Day
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Dive into a big day brimming with
under-the-sea inspiration
Blue spray
wine glass,
£1.50,
Tesco
Glitterembellished
shoes, £85,
Dune
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Silver starfish hair
comb, £15.30,
Fern & Avery
at Etsy
Large hanging
shell heart,
£20, The
Contemporary
Home
Aqua crystal
bracelet, £8,
Claire’s
‘Mermaid’ menu,
from £3.50, Ananya
Cards
Table grouping of
ranunculus, double
lisianthus, eucalyptus,
white thistles, brunia
berries, gypsophila,
and dried honesty,
Made In Flowers
‘Silver Seahorse’
wedding
cake, price on
application
(serves 50),
Little Boutique
Bakery
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WEDDING shops
Coral and
peach
jewelled
necklace,
£40, Gerry
Weber
Paper fans, from
£5 each, Peach
Blossom
Grey suede clutch, £895,
Jimmy Choo
Pearl bracelet,
£23, Glitzy
Secrets
Concealer,
£9, The Body
Shop
‘LOVE’
champagne
flutes, from
£34.99,
Getting
Personal
Ambre Vanille Honey
Bath wash, £33,
Laura Mercier at
House of Fraser
Grey embellished
maxi dress, £90, Little
Mistress
DELPOZO
Place setting
of ‘Juliet’ David
Austin rose,
hellebores,
ranunculus,
flowering
jasmine,
rosemary and
cow parsley,
Amber Persia
Flowers & Events
Runway
to wedding Day
Peach sequin
and tulle
dress with
oversized
bow, £64,
Marasil
Let a dreamy palette of soft grey
and peach perfect your day
Compiled by: Sarah Tippett (fashion and beauty) and Lauren Godfrey
(lifestyle). For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Long Last
Glosswear
lip gloss, £16,
Clinique at
House of Fraser
‘Rose Bow
cake, £1,100
(serves
220), Poppy
Pickering
Pearl hairpins,
£19, Glitzy
Secrets
Floral
embellished
hat, £465,
Emily-London
Fine china side
plate, £8.50,
V&A at The
English Table
Peach satin bow
peeptoes, £48,
Creative Sugar at Etsy
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WEDDING trends
RECEPTIONS
SPECIAL
Find big-day styling inspiration from our 101 hand-picked ideas
taste of the tropics
Add an on-trend exotic twist for a distinctly summer
flavour
urban, country, beach
or festival-themed
Photography: talking tables
We’ve got it all covered
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WEDDING trends
receptions
special
Pineapple
bunting, £8.50,
Talking Tables
Parrot fashion:
Decorate tables with
white accessories
and clear vases to
keep the look chic
Buttonhole of
‘Gloriosa’ lilies and
bupleurum, Amanda
Austin Flowers
Pineapple salad
servers, £24,
Oliver Bonas
Glass jug,
£12, Next
Head to the tropics with exotic bird
prints, fruity details and clashing colours
‘Cuban pink
flamingos’ savethe-date card,
£1.69, Zazzle
Cockatoo salt
and pepper
shaker, £6,
Paperchase
Parrot
tealight
holders,
£5 each,
Tesco
Parrot print coffee
cup, £17.50, Villeroy
& Boch
Toucan play at that:
garnish your tiers
with painted motifs
and exotic fruits
Pineapple
paper
honeycomb,
£7.50 (pack
of two), The
Contemporary
Home
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Wedding
Tablecentre of pineapples, ‘Magic Orange’
vanda orchids, ‘Pink Floyd’ roses, ‘Mambo’ spray
roses, ‘Gloriosa’ lilies, cocculus foliage and
codiaeum leaves, NB Flowers
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WEDDING shops
Watermelon
plate, £2,
Sainsbury’s
Floral lanterns,
£8.50 (for three),
Hampton Blue
Flamingo
straws, £2,
Sainsbury’s
Flamingo
ribbon,
£2.99, The
Oak Room
Tropical beer mat,
from £125 for 100,
Swoon At The Moon
Pineapple bowls,
from £8 each,
House of Fraser
Watermelon
napkin, £2.99
(pack of 20),
Ginger Ray
Tropical photo
frames, from
£15 each,
Paperchase
compiled by: lauren godfrey. Photography: Max Attenborough
Hand-tied bouquet of ‘Free
Spirit’ roses, ranunculus, lilac,
hyacinths, forget-me-nots,
mimosa, achillea, astrantia,
crocosmia, rosemary, dwarf
pineapples and birch twigs,
Rebel Rebel
Flamingo candle
holder, £18.50,
Butterfly Home
by Matthew
Williamson at
Debenhams
Discover an oasis:
Create a chill-out
area where guests
can sit and relax
Watermelon
candle, £6.95,
Ohh Deer
Palm tree
wine glass,
£3.50 each,
Marks &
Spencer
Paper lantern
string lights,
£15.50, Berry Red
Fuchsia leaf print
cushion, £95, Amara
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WEDDING trends
receptions
special
A novel idea:
Use stacks of old
books to display
tablecentres
Alice in
Wonderland
confetti cones,
from £3.50 (set
of five), The
Confetti Cone
Company
Favours of
‘Angelique’ tulips
and ranunculus,
Green &
Gorgeous
‘Truly Alice’
napkins, £3.50
(pack of 20),
Talking Tables
Croquet
set, £40,
Laura
Ashley
Ceramic
bunny
plate, £30,
Sweetpea
& Willow
Make like Alice and host your very own Mad
Hatter’s tea party reception
Blue teapot bunting,
£7.50, Talking Tables
Canapé flags,
£3 (set of 24),
The Wedding
of my Dreams
Love
Keys,
£8.99,
Dunelm
Mill
‘Eat Me’ striped
eggcups in pink and
green, £7 each, ‘Eat Me’
spot ceramic pots, £12,
all Miss Etoile
White rabbit
save-the-date
card, £1.64,
Zazzle
Tablecentre of ‘Cool
Water’ and ‘Memory
Lane’ roses, succulents,
matthiola, lisianthus,
thlaspi, eucalyptus and
moss, Zara Reid
Drink me: Label
bottles with tags,
and sweet treats
with ‘Eat me’ flags
Alice in
Wonderland
scented
candle, £7.99,
Truffle Shuffle
‘Vintage Teapot’ cake,
price on application
(serves 300-400),
Choccywoccydoodah
70
Wedding
Retro treats
teapot, £19.99,
Creative Tops
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compiled by: lauren godfrey. Photography: Weddings by Nicola & Glen
Alice teacup and saucer,
£29.50, Mrs Moore’s
Vintage Store at Amara
Antique
French-style
bottles, £6.99
each, Swanky
Maison
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WEDDING trends
receptions
special
Beachcomber finds:
Decorate your tables
with driftwood, netting
and scattered shells
Wooden
beach arrow,
£4.75,
Coastal
Home
(From left to
right) Blue
lantern, £10,
George Home.
Glass jar with
rope handle and
LED candle, £25,
QVC. Coastal
glass lantern, £8,
Wilko, and white
lantern, £12,
Tesco
Perch
planter, £22,
Anthropologie
Decorative
paddle,
£9.99, The
Range
Anchor carafe, £20,
and matching glasses,
£6 each, both Linea at
House of Fraser
Bridesmaid
posy of ‘Crystal
Blush’ calla
lilies, astrantia,
nerines, brunia
berries, senecio
and mimosa
foliage, Red
Floral
Hanging
anchor, £3,
George
Home
‘He is her lobster’
cake, £450 (serves
90), Nadya’s Cakes
Seahorse
bunting, £12, The
Contemporary
Home
Combine a sea of blue hues and driftwood
signs for a splash of nauti-cool style
Striped
sail boat,
£11.50, The
Contemporary
Home
Rope napkin
holders, £12
(for four),
House of
Fraser
Ship’s helm
coastal
mirror, £9.95,
Melody
Maison
Tablecentre
of hydrangeas,
gypsophila, sea
urchin shells,
‘Manzanita’
branches, mother
of pearl, starfish and
mixed shells, NB
Flowers
‘Freshwater
Bay’
scented
candle,
£14, Laura
Ashley at
Prezola
‘Coastal retreat’ place card,
price on application,
Lucy Ledger
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compiled by: lauren godfrey. Photography: Carina Skrobecki
Seaside invitation,
from £1.30,
Sarah Wants
WEDDING trends
receptions
special
Orchid print
cushion, £50,
Laura Ashley
‘Truly Alice’ paper
signs, £5.50 (for
eight) Talking Tables
What’s your sign?
Direct guests to
all the best bits
Festival ukulele,
£30, The
Contemporary
Home
Garland
cake topper,
£7.50,
Ginger Ray
Orange
tealight
holder, £4,
Tesco
Ice cream
sign, £15.95,
Dotcomgiftshop
Floral-print
drinks
dispenser,
£17.50, Marks
& Spencer
Team floral prints with wellies and quirky
signs for a festival-themed big day
Fabric-covered letters,
from £14 per letter,
Blossom & Sage
Table grouping of
‘Bombastic’ and ‘Girlie
Folie’ spray roses,
tuberose, hypericum
berries, catkins, muscari,
pussy willow, buddleja
and lavender foliage, Jay
Archer Floral Design
Floralprint
tray, £44,
Occa
Home
Wellington boots
soap favours,
£23.95 (for a pair),
Annabel James
Windmill
cocktail
sticks, £2,
Tiger Stores
Table number of flat
moss, ranunculus,
paperwhites, brunia
berries and scabiosa
stellata, Frida & Sophia
Hip flask,
£12.99,
Disaster
Designs
by Mollie
& Fred
‘Wedfest’ invitation,
£2.50, PaperGrace
Tipi table
name, from
£3, Sarah
Wants
Yellow wellington
boot vase, from £16,
Dickins & Jones at
House of Fraser
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Wedding
Campervan planter,
£19.95, Prezzybox
‘Summer bunting’
cake, £595
(serves 90), Zoe
Clarke Cakes
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compiled by: lauren godfrey. Photography: Cotton Candy Wedding Photography
Butterfly
wine glasses,
£10 (for
four), Next
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receptions
special
London bus and taxi
wall border, £22,
Koko Kids
Buttonhole of
tulips and black
ruscus leaves,
Lilygreens
London biscuits,
£39.95 (for tin),
Biscuiteers
A room with a view:
Set your reception
up high to an urban
skyline backdrop
Accent a slick monochrome palette with pops of red.
London’s calling!
Union Jack
windmill, £2.20
each, Little
Wedding Ideas
Postbox
candle,
£55,
English
Abode
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Avalanche’ roses,
peonies, sweet peas,
lily of the valley, double
lisianthus and scabiosa,
Leafy Couture
‘London
Skyline’ cake,
price on
application
(serves 246),
Rosalind Miller
‘London
Calling’ plates,
£35 (for four),
Charlene
Mullen for
Royal Doulton
at Prezola
London landmark
picture frames,
£29.95 each,
Dotcomgiftshop
Bright lights: Work the
city into your details,
from your menu card
to your crockery
Underground table
number, £2.75, and
London street sign
RSVP card, £1.50,
both PaperGrace
Brick vase, £30,
Rume
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Wedding
Queen’s Guard
illustrated cups,
£1.95 (for eight),
Dotcomgiftshop
‘London’ reed
diffuser, £35,
Ted Baker
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compiled by: lauren godfrey. Photography: Max Attenborough
‘Vintage
Hollywood’
save-thedate card,
from 75p,
Hip Hip
Hooray
London cab and
bus cushions,
£25 each,
Hunkydory
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Wedding
UPDATE
We have all the latest – and greatest – big-day news
Glitter flash
Words: Marcia Moody, Sarah Tippett and Lauren Godfrey. photography: instagram.com/barrefaeli
Every wedding needs a sprinkling of sparkle and
Hobbycraft’s new bridal range definitely delivers.
From glitter-dipped feathers to cake-topper
bunting, the retailer has everything you
need to add a flash of metallic to your
celebration. Prices from £2.
MINI maid STYLE
Hailed as the ‘Net-a-Porter for kids’,
luxury label AlexandAlexa.com is launching
its very own wedding shop, promising
adorable dresses for mini maids and divine
tailoring for the little guys in your life. (Gold
polka-dot dress with bow, £120, pictured).
www.weddingmagazine.co.uk
Bar-RILLIANT NEWS!
Victoria’s Secret model Bar Refaeli has announced
her engagement to Israeli businessman Adi
Ezra in the time-honoured tradition of an
Instagram post. Although she made no
comment, the framed picture of the
couple kissing did all the talking.
what lies beneath
The new collections from Minna Bridal
(above) and Kelsey Genna (left) also include
a heady line of dreamy veils. Ivory silk satin
dress, from £1,210, and veil, from £135, both
kelseygenna.com. Ivory chiffon dress with low
back, £1,250, and veil, £145, both minna.co.uk.
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Off the wall
Bridal bulletin
Bringing you up to date with all the latest news and trends
MAID FOR HER
ASOS and dress label,
Angel’s Face have both
launched brand-spanking
new ranges. ASOS (asos.
com) will launch its first foray
into wedding attire with a
seriously sweet bridesmaid
collection (right), where
you can pick from a palette
of sorbet shades and floral
prints to ensure your girls
look extra stylish on the big
day. Meanwhile, the new line
from Angel’s Face promises
an abundance of frills for
pretty mini-maid style in
both classic colours and
bold neons. Prices start from
£68 for dresses, available at
angels-face.co.uk.
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Words: Marcia Moody, Emma Vince, Sarah Tippett, Lauren Godfrey. Photography: katie pritchard photo; Day 7
Photography; Rebecca Douglas Photography
Not every budget will cater for a
whole wall of flowers, but there are
ways to pack petal pretty into your
day on a smaller scale. Consider
showcasing your blooms in hanging
picture frames, or displaying
individual flower heads from a net
or wall. For a statement backdrop
which suits close-up portraits, ask
your florist to create a tall narrow
display, like the one pictured right.
WEDDING update
SOLEMATES
Shoe lovers, you may need to sit down
for this. Renowned designer, Sophia
Webster has finally answered our
wedding-shoe prayers and delivered
her inaugural bridal collection.
Showcasing seven of her signature
styles reworked to take you
divinely down the aisle,
they’re a fashionista
bride’s dream buy.
Available online
at sophiawebster.
com and net-aporter.com.
A piece of cake!
Take inspiration from cake designers Peggy Porschen, Fancy
Nancy and Choccywoccydoodah with the help of their
new books. Make your own Choccytoffee Shortcake
from Chocolate, Cake & Curses (£25, Preface), Lydia’s
Loveheart Cookies from Cakeology (£20, Hardie
Grant), and finally, the Cookies & Cream
cake from Love Layer Cakes (£20,
Quadrille).
Pretty precious
Master of macarons, Ladurée has teamed up with
pearl jeweller Mikimoto to create the ultimate
sweet treats, including pearlised rose and lychee
macarons in a pretty favour box (£1.75), and a
rose and lychee choux wedding cake iced with
sugar pearls. Visit laduree.com. Also new to the
macaron scene are these pretty lacy designs
from Supercute Macarons. Choose from a range
of bespoke flavours. Prices from £1.40. Visit
supercutemacarons.com.
best dressed
Parisian-born lingerie boutique, Princesse Tam
Tam is known for its delectable unmentionables,
so we were tickled pink to know that the brand
is also launching a range of ready-to-wear dresses.
This ivory vintage-inspired dress, £110 (above),
will sit top of our wish list. Visit princessetamtam.
co.uk. Also new for 2015 is London-based Andrea
Hawkes’ stunning new collection of bridal gowns
(pictured right). Visit andreahawkes.co.uk.
www.weddingmagazine.co.uk
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For Him And For Her
A Tradition As Timeless As Marriage Itself
The Wedding Gold and Silver Set revisits the custom described in the 1549 Book of Common
Prayer, which included the giving of gold and silver as part of the wedding ceremony. Add a
traditional finishing touch to your wedding with this year-dated gift that will endure and be
loved for years to come.
www.royalmint.com/weddings
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WEDDING update
TOP TIPS FROM...
Simon Bucknall, twice UK and Ireland champion
of public speaking and author of The Best Man
Speaker (thebestmanspeaker.com)
Let there be love
Psst, grooms! Yes, we’re talking to you! You should be familiar with the
term wedding planner by now, but you may not have heard of a romance
planner. If you need a little help unleashing the romantic within, it’s time
to drop The One Romance (theoneromance.com) a line. Whether it’s
a surprise picnic on the beach, or a themed treasure hunt, this romance
planning agency creates truly memorable moments for proposals and
anniversaries. Brownie points guaranteed.
Gift list lust
Prezola is a one-stop-shop for every couple-to-be’s gift list needs.
With now more than 300 luxury brands on board, including Jo
Malone, Cath Kidston and The White Company, and a dedicated team
of advisors, it’s sure to provide the cherry on top of your big day.
Ice cream print
cushion, £34.95,
Victoria Eggs at
Prezola
Lime, Basil & Mandarin
deluxe candle, £115, Jo
Malone at Prezola
‘Be Mine’ mug,
£39.90 (set of two),
Emma Bridgewater
at Prezola
1. Design your speech before
you write it!
A great wedding speech
needs structure. Before
you write a script, consider
possible key points you’d like
to include – three is plenty.
These could be three qualities
of your soon-to-be spouse,
three chapters in his/her life
or perhaps three categories of
people you’d like to thank.
2. Make a point, tell a story
For each point you’ve
identified in step one, ask:
“How do I know that’s true?”
In other words, what story
could you tell to illustrate
your point? The best stories
will likely be personal, though
they don’t have to be.
3. Have a conversation, don’t
memorise…
Unless you’re a trained actor,
trying to memorise a script
puts you under huge pressure.
By keeping your structure
simple (make a point, tell a
story, remember?), you’ll come
across as much more natural
and conversational.
4. Remember to breathe
We call it “getting nervous”
– the beating heart, the
sweats, the mind going blank.
In fact, they’re symptoms of
adrenaline, and you’re allowed
to experience them. To help
settle the adrenaline, centre
yourself before your speech
by tipping your chin down (to
straighten up your airway),
relax your shoulders and take
a few slow deep breaths.
5. Identify options for your
Gold camera
bag,
‘neutral
stance’
£29, Accessorize
When speaking, how will you
physically stand? Few speakers
give this any thought. The
result is they fidget and faff,
stare at the floor and cross
their arms. Think about how
you’ll stand when you’re
not doing anything: weight
balanced, hands by your sides
or gently clasped in front of
you, just above your waistline.
Don’t cross your arms! Being
open and neutral may feel
weird – but it’ll help you
project composure, even if
you don’t feel composed!
Oh, and water doesn’t help
with dry mouth – you need
something sweet. Try a sugar
lump in your tea or coffee…
Blooming lovely
Sweet hearts
There are lots of alternatives to a
traditional guest book, and The Wedding
Tree’s latest addition is the Whole
Lot of Love guest book (£195) which
keeps messages slotted safely inside a
wooden box – perfect for those who
don’t want their heart on display... visit
theweddingtree.co.uk.
www.weddingmagazine.co.uk
The Gift Bureau at Harrods is bang on trend with its latest range of green and gorgeous gifts.
Established in 1957, the original gift service of its kind has picked up on the florals seen on the
spring-summer catwalks which have filtered through to the world of interiors. So make sure your
gift list reflects the homeware trend for bringing the outdoors in! Visit giftbureau.harrods.com.
FLASH OF
FLAMINGO
Our pink feathered friends
are stirring up quite a trend!
Tropical sandals,
£460, Sophia
Webster
Flamingo embroidered
clutch, £28, Floozie by Frost
French at Debenhams
Flamingo
necklace, £15,
Sugar & Vice
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Quinta Jacintina –
The Algarve’s renowned
Boutique hotel
As part of the Quinta Occasions portfolio of party and wedding venues
in the Algarve, Quinta Jacintina provides our very own perfect venue for
parties, weddings and corporate events.
The entire hotel with its 11 bedrooms can be hired exclusively to
provide you with the privacy you are looking for to celebrate in style.
The hotel has hosted a number of parties and weddings and has proved
to be one of the Algarve’s favourite wedding and party venues.
Offering perfect tranquillity in a secluded setting it is short drive to the
beach, numerous restaurants and renowned golf courses.
If you are looking for a celebration in the Algarve, Quinta Occasions is
here to provide a perfect straight forward solution for you. A solution to
enable you to relax and enjoy yourselves with your guests knowing that
we are there to support you in the background having carefully planned
all aspects of the event with you.
www.algarvehotel.co.uk
(00351) 289 350 090
www.quintaoccasions.com
[email protected]
WEDDING update
Scene print
shift dress,
£289, Marc
Cain
Destination
Prints
Be inspired by this season’s haul
of scene-printed luxuries.
Packing for your honeymoon
has never been so fun!
Classique
Summer eau
de toilette,
£41(100ml),
Jean Paul
Gaultier at
House of
Fraser
Suede globe clutch,
from £1,650,
Olympia Le-Tan
Print
swimsuit,
£12,
George
Tipi or not tipi
Luggage
tag, £8, The
Contemporary
Home at Not
On The High
Street
Palm Beach
print espadrilles,
£40, We Are
Handsome
TRAVELgram
Wish we were here! These
Instagram accounts have been
giving us itchy feet. Time to start
planning the honeymoon...
Photography: instagram/tajhotels; instagram/scottdunn_travel; instagram/elegantresorts
@tajhotels A #roomwithaview from the Taj
Lake Palace, Udaipur #destinationwedding
@scottdunn_travel #NewZealand is all
about the outdoors; there’s so much to
do #paddleboarding #climbing #surf
@tajhotels Dive into the ocean from a deck
at your private villa @TajMaldives #Maldives
#DestinationWedding #VacationAtExotica
@scottdunn_travel in central #Burma you’ll
find the ancient city of #Bagan, dotted with
thousands of ancient #stupas and #temples
@elegantresorts @thejamaicainn has
been named one of the best hotels in the
Caribbean by US news! #luxury
www.weddingmagazine.co.uk
For an alternative take on a classic marquee, embrace a celebration
under canvas – tipi style. But if you’re finding hire costs are eating up
the budget, check out new family-owned company Boutipi (boutipi.
co.uk). After bride-to-be Michelle discovered she couldn’t afford
the tipi of her dreams due to the added cost of furniture hire, her
entrepreneur dad saw an opportunity. Enter Boutipi! It offers bundles
which include affordable tipi hire, as well as a range of extras for free,
such as floor matting, tables, wooden chairs, a dancefloor and fairylights.
Have fi zz, will travel
What better way to add bubbles to your big day than with your
very own vintage Prosecco van? The Frizzenti mobile bars (frizzenti.
com), are original 1970s Citroën vans which have been lovingly
restored and adapted into fully-equipped bars providing chilled
glasses of Italian fizz to your guests. With their trademark French
style they’ll make for the ultimate prop, you can even have your own
personalised panels above the counter, as well as a practical way to
serve cool Prosecco by the glass. The vans are available for hire
across the country and you can choose between a ‘dry hire’ or a
drinks package which can also include white, red and rosé wines.
sky-high
hens
Remember that structure
in the Olympic Park which
looks like a helter-skelter
made from red liquorice?
Well, now that Claire
Balding has moved out,
it’s still a hive of activity!
The ArcelorMittal Orbit is
now the perfect first port
of call for a London hen
do as it’s possible to take
a yoga class 80 metres
up, or – if you have the
cast-iron nerve – abseil
those 80 metres to the
ground. Recently, the
Orbit also hosted its first
wedding. Contact events@
arcelormittalorbit.com.
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WEDDING update
Would you have multiple best
men at your wedding?
Two brides share their thoughts on super-sizing the groom’s
party, or sticking with tradition and opting for just one wingman
❝
Yes!
Says fashion editor Sarah
Says creative director Shannon
When it came to planning our for thcoming
When my husband Paul and I got married he had
wedding and making a decision regarding the
three best men – he would have had four but
best man, my fiancé Tom didn’t even need to
one of them couldn’t make it! There’s quite a lot
think about it. His brother Will was the perfect
of pressure put on the best man on a wedding
candidate! And as a bride, I think I’ve always
day, not just regarding the duties but the speech
personally known it would only be Will standing next to Tom at
too, so I think on the day they were all relieved to share centre
the end of the aisle. He’s been there for Tom for the last 25 years,
stage and do a joint speech/comedy routine. Plus, our wedding was
and they really bring out the best in each other. They’ve got the
in the US, so with everyone suffering from jet lag after the flight,
same sense of humour and they’re
it was good to have a lot more
on the same wavelength – as well
pairs of eyes on the ball so that it
as being totally there for each
never once got dropped! Paul had
other with all the big stuff too.
a stag night and all of his best men
Tom does have some really close
did their part in making it a night
friends from school and they’ve
to remember (Or not, as the case
all grown up together in the same
may be…) Other than that, when
area, but we’re having quite a
it came to the best man duties in
traditional wedding and we knew
the run up and on the day itself,
we wanted to keep it simple and
I can see why it could have been
straightforward so it didn’t even
a case of ‘too many cooks’, but
cross his mind to have more than
actually everything fell into place
one best man. We also both felt it
nicely. I think it helps that we both
would be more special to have just
grew up in big families so there
one, as the title itself suggests a
has never been too much precise
solo role and it feels as though its
order and organisation to our
impor tance would be diminished
everyday lives. Everyone has just
slightly if two or more were to
always instinctively been where
take it on. Also, trying to split the
they need to be for each other,
best man’s speech two or three
doing what’s needed to be done
ways didn’t appeal – it might end
at the right time. That’s the chaotic
up being a bit stop-and-star t with
beauty of large families, and I guess
not much fluidity. I witnessed this
larger wedding par ties too. We
at a friend’s wedding once, and it
never considered trying to make
just didn’t work very well. I know
the group smaller, in fact, we threw
Will is more than capable of
out the idea of just running to
handling the role on his own, and
the courthouse to do it the easy
he was absolutely chuffed to be asked. He’ll be When Andy Murray married long-term girlfriend Kim
way; we knew our wedding day had to be big
Sears, his three best men included his brother Jamie
great at keeping Tom relaxed in the build up to
because of the sizes of both of our families.
the big day and because they know each other
Our family and friends were really supportive
so well he knows exactly what Tom wants for his stag do. If he does
of all our choices, and they never tried to get us to make it smaller
need a bit of help or suppor t with stuff like organising the stag,
because, like us, they wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. To
writing the speech or on the day itself, he’ll have four ushers who
us, our wedding day was all about strength in numbers and having
can help weigh in!
great support from our wonderful friends and family. W
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No!
10 Things To Look For In Your Perfect
Wedding Photographer
Oliver and Ruth travel throughout
the UK to provide couples with
beautiful, timeless, documentary
wedding photographs that are
filled with emotion. Here are 10
reasons why they might just be the
perfect wedding photographers
for you:
4. Two Photographers
1. Emotive Photography
You won’t find cheesy poses or
dated photoshop actions. Just
beautiful, documentary wedding
photography that should never go
out of style.
Focussing on you and the people
you are closest to, Oliver and Ruth
work with a documentary
approach to capture the magical
moments and emotions of your
wedding day as they happen.
2. Unobtrusive Storytelling
Their discreet, fly-on-the-wall
approach means you’ll hardly
notice they are there. Of course
they will also include a small
handful of casually posed
photographs to provide the perfect
balance.
3. Feel Relaxed
During the brief periods where a
little more direction is needed, you
can be certain that their easy
going, friendly approach will put
everyone at ease.
Two award winning
photographers. Two alternate
viewpoints. One fantastic record
of your day.
5. Timeless Photographs
6. Full Day Coverage
Included as standard. Extended
evening coverage is also available
so you don’t miss any of the dance
floor action.
7. Pre-Wedding Sessions
There is no need to feel anxious
about your wedding photography.
If you think it will help, a prewedding photo session is included
for all couples so that you feel
completely comfortable on the
wedding day.
8. High Res Digital Images
The complete set of digital images
from your wedding day are
available. Each image is finished
with professional processing
techniques to ensure the highest
quality, with full rights to make
unlimited prints for personal use.
9. Finest Albums
Albums are professionally
designed with your choice of
images. Three stunning, distinct
styles are available from
contemporary to classic.
10. Couples Are Saying Great
Things
“We are absolutely blown away
and so so happy. Thank you so so
much… you are both truly artists
and exceptional at your craft.” Rhian & Simon, Llansantffraed
Court, 13th July 2013
Find out what other customers are
saying at www.oliverandruth.com
Tel: 029 2075 4217
WEDDING trends
Photography: POLLY ALEXANDRE (alexandreweddings.com), KRISTEN BOOTH
(KRISTENBOOTH.NET) FLORAL CHANDELIER: RED FLORAL (REDFLORAL.CO.UK)
Reception perfection
Blogger Naoise McNally of One Fab Day reveals the hottest reception trends and
how to work them into your big day
Paper pretty
Floral-inspired wedding stationery has always
been a firm favourite with brides, but there’s a
hot new look emerging which centres around
dramatic florals. Big, statement blooms are
given an edge with vibrant colour palettes.
Think of a classic Dutch Masters style, made
modern with graphic, illustrated and handpainted designs in bright combinations.
Trend tip: Wooden wedding invitations –
printed on very thin sheets of wood – are
perfect for a rustic-style wedding and will get
guests talking from the very moment they
open the envelope.
Up in the air
If you’re passionate about flowers and are
looking for something a little bit different,
hanging floral décor is the way forward. A
dramatic and breathtaking focal point for any
ceremony or reception space, guests will be
blown away from the moment they enter
the room. If you’re using long tables, consider
hanging floral chandeliers overhead, it’s the
perfect way to bring stylish florals into your
décor without disturbing the conversation.
Trend tip: Bold blooms are adorning
ceremony arches everywhere. Similar to the
traditional church entrance floral arches, these
are a great way to add extra impact to an
indoor or outdoor ceremony space.
Bright and beautiful
Move over naked cakes, traditional smooth
iced cakes are back with a bang this year!
These aren’t the ordinary white cakes we’ve
seen before, this season it’s all about colour.
From red to yellow, peach to pink and
green to blue – wedding cakes are now all
the colours of the rainbow – and they’re
gorgeous!
Trend tip: Chalkboard cakes are also a huge
hit this year. Dark fondant creations are
hand-drawn with intricate, chalky details to
resemble the look of a blackboard. They’re a
Blossom and
Roses from With
Love Wedding
Stationery
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beautiful way to add a personalised element
to your big day, and completely edible too!
Ultra glam
Glamour is back with full force, and the focus
is on beautifully executed décor. Receptions
are set for a dash of luxe: featuring tables
laden with crystal and silver, complete with
overflowing floral centrepieces, creating
an old-Hollywood glamour theme with a
fabulously grand vibe.
Trend tip: Champagne is always a wedding
favourite, but the trend for putting a personal
spin on reception drinks is huge at the
moment. Themed cocktail bars complete
with bride and groom signature cocktails are
seriously hot on the list of must-haves. W
Find more from Naoise at One Fab
Day (onefabday.com). For tickets to The
National Wedding Show this autumn, visit
nationalweddingshow.co.uk.
Hand-tied bouquet of
‘Pearl Avalanche’ and
David Austin roses,
‘Avalanche’ spray roses,
hydrangeas, freesias,
hypericum berries,
senecio foliage, thlaspi
and waxflower, Amie
Bone Flowers
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to The National Wedding Show
For endless exciting ideas to inspire you, The National Wedding Show
is the place to be this autumn
ALEXIA DESIGNS
Get two tickets for £20
ALFRED ANGELO
For fabulously fun wedding planning, head to The National Wedding Show this autumn. With more
than 300 experts specialising in everything from exquisite wedding gowns to gorgeous flowers,
and striking stationery to honeymoon hideaways, you can try, buy, book and hire everything you
need for your big day – all under one roof!
If you’re still on the hunt for your dream dress, then take a front-row seat at the spectacular
Catwalk Show. Featuring the latest wedding trends from the hottest designers, including Alfred
Angelo, Jarlo Bridal, Candy Anthony, Suzanne Neville, Jenny Packham and Qiana Bridal, you’re
sure to find inspiration for all of your wedding party. Plus, with the latest bridal beauty and
hair trends from award-winning mineral make-up brand bareMinerals, nail favourites
Essie and hair care experts Fudge Professional, you can find inspiration for your entire
wedding look.
Once you’ve watched the shows, be sure to check out the Bridal Boutique and Designer Area
to shop a myriad of stunning styles and meet the friendly experts who will be on hand to
offer big-day styling tips and on-trend advice.
Next stop is the Top 10 Tips at the Wedding Theatre, hosted by television producer Jane
Galpin. Here you’ll receive the hottest insider tips, and with live demonstrations and Q&A
sessions, it’s definitely not to be missed.
Reception ideas will be at the top of your list, too, and with a whole host
of renowned cake makers and floral designers, you’re guaranteed to discover
Diary
all the inspiration you need for those finer details.
dates
Finally, after a jam-packed day, retire to the Afternoon Tea Room to enjoy
The National Wedding
a delectable spread, or celebrate in style with a glass of bubbly in the
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from the most beautiful big-day celebrations
Photography: abby jiu (abbyjiu.com)
from city chic to
coastal charm
Inspired settings and on-trend colour palettes
Cakes, flowers &
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Pretty pieces to style your way
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London pride
Rebecca and Frans’ perfectly styled big day was filled with sophisticated sparkle
♥
REBECCA & FRANS
Rebecca, 32, an events planner, and Frans,
36, director of operations at Benugo, married
at All Saints Church, Fulham, followed by a
reception at Fulham Palace, London.
The inspiration... We wanted the look
to be glamorous and romantic, with plenty
of sparkle for the evening party! Although
we loved the idea of a countryside wedding,
many of our guests came from outside the
UK and were keen to visit London. We were
thrilled to find Fulham Palace, with its huge
lawns it makes you feel like you’re miles away
from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The style... I’d always had a clear vision for
my dress: strapless with a full tulle skirt that
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was classic and pretty – a gown I would still
love 30 years down the line. I finally found
the style I wanted during a Christmas break
in New York with friends. I wore it with a
diamond necklace Frans had given me the
night before, my mother’s veil and a pair of
pink Valentino shoes. I’d always imagined
Frans wearing a white tuxedo jacket and I
thought he looked seriously handsome on the
day. My maids paired their sparkly dresses
with posies of peonies, roses, sweet peas,
dahlias and zinnias wrapped in gold sequins.
The details... The chair-backs were my
favourite detail; covered in blowsy flora and
ribbons, and we had a floral chandelier as
the focal point. We even dropped floating
peony heads into the fountain outside. The
inside of the marquee smelled like a garden
and looked so beautiful! Afterwards we
donated all the flowers to charity organisation,
Floral Angels (floralangels.com). Our tables
“The inside of the marquee
smelled like a garden and
looked so beautiful!”
were dressed in white and pink linens with
gold sequin runners, and our top table
showcased our personalised crest. The table
numbers were paintings of places we had
visited together – and we now have them
hanging on our living room wall. The tables
also featured gold cutlery, napkins embossed
with our crest and vintage champagne flutes.
For our out-of-town guests, we had cute
welcome bags filled with cookies, bottles of
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My favourite moment... I loved walking into our cocktail reception
with Frans, as all of our friends and family toasted to us as husband and
wife for the first time. Our first dance was also really special. We chose an
acoustic version of Jack Johnson’s I Got You. We didn’t rehearse anything –
we just spun around a lot! But it felt like we were the only two people in
the room.
My tip for brides-to-be... Do your research when it comes to hiring
vendors – I spent a lot of time browsing UK wedding blogs, magazines and
photographers’ websites to see their work. Hiring professionals that you
trust will give you a sense of calm on the big day.
Compiled by: Leanne Wilcox
Photography: Abby Jiu (abbyjiu.com)
Venue: Fulham Palace (fulhampalace.org)
Flowers: Jay Archer Floral Design (jayarcherfloraldesign.com)
Stationery: BerinMade (berinmade.com)
Table linens: Glimmer & Threads (glimmerandthreads.com)
Cake: Little Boutique Bakery (littleboutiquebakery.co.uk)
Dress: Hayley Paige at Kleinfeld Bridal, New York (kleinfeldbridal.com)
Bridesmaids’ dresses: Adrianna Papell (adriannapapell.com)
Flowergirl dress: I Love Gorgeous (ilovegorgeous.co.uk)
Groomswear: A Suit That Fits (asuitthatfits.com)
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18ct white gold
pear-cut yellow
diamond ring, £3,710,
Laings of Glasgow
White button
blazer, £115,
shirt, £22.50,
bow-tie, £9.95, all
Skopes at House
of Fraser
Diamond earrings,
£1,800, Holts
London
Buttonhole of
‘Pearl Avalanche’
rose, pittosporum
and eucalyptus,
Philip Hammond
Designer Florist at
The Dorchester
Hair circlet of spray
roses, ‘Blushing Bride’
protea, sprayed
hypericum berries
and waxflower,
Jamie Aston
‘Natalya’ cake,
£725 (serves
120), Abigail
Bloom
Peony &
Blush Suede
cologne, £82
(100ml), Jo
Malone
Ivory French silk tulle
gown with pearl
encrusted bodice,
£2,900, Catherine
Deane
‘Vanilla’
macarons,
from £1.80
each, Ladurée
Get the look
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Glowing
for gold
Crystal details, peach blooms and
lashings of golden luxe create the
perfect reception palette
Champagne
saucers, £50
(for four),
LSA
Eau de cologne
perfume bottle,
£14.95,
Dotcomgiftshop
Heart detail
water bottle,
£4, Wilko
Brushed copper 24-piece
cutlery set, £180, House
of Fraser
Apothecary bottle, £9.95,
Dotcomgiftshop
Hand-tied bouquet of
‘Juliet’ and ‘Charity’ David
Austin roses, ‘Princess
Charlene’ garden roses,
ranunculus, hellebores,
lilac, flowering jasmine,
sage and cow parsley,
Amber Persia Flowers &
Events
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Gold votive,
£60, Lalique
at Amara
Blush heels
with bow
detail, £210,
LK Bennett
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French connection
Olivia and Sam chose classic English elegance for their alfresco celebration in France
OLIVIA & SAM
Olivia, 26, a boyswear buyer at Matalan, and
Sam, 31, a property development surveyor,
tied the knot at the groom’s parents’ house,
with a reception on Paloma Beach, SaintJean-Cap-Ferrat, France.
The inspiration... We wanted an alfresco
day filled with beautiful flowers, and held our
humanist ceremony in Sam’s parents’ garden
in the south of France – a place where we
had spent many wonderful holidays as a
family. Paloma Beach is a spot Sam would
visit as a child and was where he proposed
to me in the summer of 2013. Our wedding
had a party-like atmosphere which lasted the
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whole weekend, and our guests loved the
champagne reception on the beach.
The style... My lace fishtail gown had
detachable straps and buttons which ran
all the way down the back. The hem had
beautiful scalloped detailing as did my veil
– which I absolutely loved wearing! Finding
my outfit was much easier than I thought it
would be – I had an idea of the style I wanted
but kept an open mind, something I would
recommend to all brides-to-be. Our florist
specialises in roses and created a beautiful
bouquet of garden roses and pink hydrangeas
for me to hold. My sister, Hannah, was our
only bridesmaid. She coordinated her look
with mine in an ivory gown handmade by
dressmaker Emma Beaumont in Cheshire.
The details... We set tables out on
the beach, dressing them with white linen,
bouquets of garden roses and scattered
pink petals. Our order-of-service cards were
“We chose to keep the décor
simple, as the view from the
beach was stunning on
its own.”
fans, there were white parasols to hand, and
everyone received gift-wrapped macaron
favours. We chose to keep the décor simple,
as the view from the beach was stunning on
its own, and we filled the space with candles
and lanterns. After dinner, a cheese wedding
cake was the perfect way to complete our
French wedding breakfast! W
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THE LAST WORD
My favourite moment... When my sister was called up to
do her reading at the ceremony, much to our surprise, my younger
brother and pageboy Harry jumped up onto a chair beside her and
began reading the first line from each verse. It was something they
had practised together in secret beforehand. It was an incredibly
proud moment for me and a wonderful idea.
My tip for brides-to-be... Only you will know if something isn’t
quite right on the day – your guests will not! Remember to take your
time on the day and don’t let anyone rush you from one place to
another. Relax and enjoy...
Photography: Julie Michaelsen Photography (juliemichaelsen.com)
Venue: Paloma Beach, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (paloma-beach.com)
Flowers: Au Nom De La Rose (aunomdelarose.fr)
Dress: White Rose Bridal (whiterosebridal.com)
Veil: Joyce Jackson at Rainbow Club (rainbowclub.co.uk)
Bridesmaid dress: Emma Beaumont Design (emmabeaumont.com)
Groomswear: Austin Reed (austinreed.co.uk)
Celebrant: Celia Ford Drummond (theenglishcelebrant.com)
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Pink vase,
£14.95,
Annabel
James
‘Wedding’
arrow sign,
£2.75, Sass &
Belle
Cherry Blossom
L’eau hand
cream, £8,
L’Occitane
White gold diamond
starburst ring, £475,
with white gold
diamond wedding
band, £275, from
The Bridal Suite
at F.Hinds
Decorative jar
with bird stopper,
£7.50, The Contemporary Home
Pink glass
tumbler,
£3.50,
Tesco
Delicious Delights
Dreamsicle eau de toilette,
£37 (50ml), DKNY
Flowergirl floral
dress,
£42,
Monsoon
Lollibalm
hydrating
tinted lip
balm, £14.50,
Benefit
Cosmetics
Lace and satin wedding
dress, approx £1,080,
Kenneth Winston at
Private Label by G
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Pink bow
fascinator,
£12, M&Co
Get the look
Pretty in
pink
Be inspired by summer-petal
shades of rose, peony and
blossom
Yellow satin
butterfly box
clutch, £600,
Aruna Seth
Hand-tied bouquet
of peonies,
hydrangeas, Sweet
Williams, astrantia
and waxflower,
Tineke Floral Designs
Kastehelmi
bowl, £31,
Iittalia at
Cloudberry
Living
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Bow stud
earrings,
£509, 77
Diamonds
Vine pearl hair
pin, £140 each,
Victoria Fergusson
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A colourful fete
Polly and Adrian created a vibrant carnival-like setting for their outdoor celebration
Polly & Adrian
Polly, 30, a buyer, and Adrian, 30, a marketing
director, married at St. James’ Church, followed
by a reception at the bride’s parents’ home
in Goffs Oak, Hertfordshire.
The inspiration... We wanted our
wedding to be fun, vibrant and relaxed. We’d
always been set on getting married in my
local village church to carry on the family
tradition. So we went for a simple church
ceremony, followed by a reception in my
parents’ garden. Our palette was white and
navy and our flowers, ribbons, and pom poms
provided pops of orange, yellow and coral
which created a carnival feel. We designed a
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logo from our initials to use on our save-thedates, and this extended to all the stationery
and wedding artwork. As our initials read
‘PandA’, we decided to incorporate panda
illustrations to add a level of quirkiness!
The style... My dress was custom-made
by Parisian designer, Fabienne Alagama. I
had gathered tons of ideas from Pinterest,
and after trying on around 40 dresses, I
called upon Fabienne’s help to create a really
unique gown which fit perfectly. I finished my
look with a pair of candy-coloured Sophia
Webster shoes. Adrian wore a blue Paul
Smith suit, along with a Wooyoungmi shirt,
while my bridesmaids wore a mix of light
cream dresses to suit their shapes and tastes.
They added a splash of colour with lilac
clutches, and orange floral wrist corsages.
The details... We ate at long tables as we
felt they were more relaxed and sociable. The
navy and white damask-print table runners
“Our flowers, ribbons and
pom poms provided pops
of orange, yellow and coral
which created a carnival feel”
inspired our main palette, while colourful
pom poms added vibrancy. The tables were
full of sunflowers, which doubled as our table
numbers and we also had a salted caramel
cake topped with a sunflower. Our talented
illustrator friend designed an amazing mural
to tell our story so far, and we used this as a
backdrop for photos, adding fun props. In the
evening, guests tucked into tacos from our
Mexican street food truck. W
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the LAST WORD
My favourite moment... On the way to the reception, in our vintage
1962 Rolls Royce, we took a detour to capture some photos in and around
my local area. This led to some of our favourite photos away from the
chaos and madness of the day! It was nice to take it in together.
My tip for brides-to-be... Recruit friends that might have hidden
hobbies and talents to help you. Don’t underestimate how much time it
takes to do DIY projects either. I ran out of time when I was making the
pocketsquares for the men. Luckily, I had a little assistance from a local
seamstress which helped to relieve the pressure.
Photography: Alexandra Wysocki (alexandrawysocki.com)
Flowers: Cut ‘n’ Dried Florist (cutndriedflorist.co.uk)
Dress: Fabienne Alagama (fabiennealagama.com)
Shoes: Sophia Webster (sophiawebster.com)
Bridesmaids’ dresses: ASOS (asos.com)
Groomswear: Paul Smith (paulsmith.co.uk); Wooyoungmi, Paris
(wooyoungmi.com); Crockett & Jones (crockettandjones.com)
Cake: Pomp De Franc Cake Society (pompdefranc.co.uk)
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Buttonhole
of ‘Viking’
double tulip and
‘Gypsy Queen’
hyacinths, Jane
‘Just Married’
Packer
luggage tag, £16
for two,
Paperchase
‘Summer Flowers’
cake, £430 (serves
80), Nevie Pie
Crystal and
pearl hair pin,
£18 each,
Lavender by
Jurgita
Paper pom
poms, £8.99 (for
pack of five),
Ginger Ray
‘Clementine’
petals, £15.85 per
litre, Shropshire
Petals
Sterling silver
drop floral
earrings, £219,
Clogau
Silver citrine ring,
£38, Gemporia
Silk satin art
deco-inspired
dress with
beaded
shoulders, £1500,
Alan Hannah
Get the look
Orange
crush
Add a twist of tangerine
to a British summertime
celebration
Royal blue wool suit, from
£1,499, Roberto Revilla
Sterling silver
feather cufflinks,
£115, I Love a
Lassie
Orange
beaded
headband,
£425, EmilyLondon
Metallic silver
shoes with
jewel detail,
£50, ASOS
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Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Caraluna’ roses,
‘Gabara’ spray roses,
‘Clooney’ ranunculus,
guelder rose,
poppies, waxflower
and jasmine, Aflorum
Orange metallic
occasion clutch,
£59, Dune
Clear lotus chair,
£160, Sweetpea &
Willow
‘Palladian’ orange
accent plate, £30,
Wedgwood at
Prezola
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(lifestyle). Photography: Pixelate Photography. For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Eros Pour
Femme eau de
parfum spray,
£95 (100ml),
Versace at
Debenhams
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Once upon a time
A magical woodland set the scene for Maria and Corey’s romantic nuptials
Maria & Corey
Maria, 29, a communications coordinator,
and Corey, 29, a pilot for the Air Ambulance,
married in a ceremony at a family residence
on Lake Winnipeg, followed by a reception at
Pineridge Hollow, Manitoba, Canada
The inspiration... We wanted to create
a romantic, woodland fairytale feel, which
was also down-to-earth, like us. We married
in the forest by my grandparents’ woodland
cabin; we had so many happy memories there
so it felt like the perfect place to celebrate
our love. Our colour palette kept changing
as I couldn’t make up my mind! In the end
we opted for neutral green and beige tones,
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with touches of blush and lavender. As we
love theatre drive-ins, the wonderful staff at
our reception venue hung a makeshift screen
outside the tent so our guests could watch
a special slideshow before our first dance, it
was amazing!
The style... It took me almost a year to
find my dress! I tried a variety of styles, and in
the end I chose a dreamy princess-style gown
which I fell in love with as soon as I put it on.
I removed some of the jewel embellishments
and added a corset back to the bodice, and
it was perfect. I held a pretty posy of garden
roses, hydrangeas and stachys byzantina with
a cute ladybug pendant wrapped around
the stems. My bridesmaids wore beautiful
floor-length gowns by Sorella Vita in a blend
of champagne, pink and purple tones, while
Corey looked handsome in a Vera Wang tux.
The details... We dressed our tables
with burlap and lace tablecloths, and jars of
gypsophila which we displayed on old books.
“We got married in the
forest by my grandparents’
woodland cabin; we had so
many happy memories there”
To complement the vintage element, we hung
black and white family photographs on old
doors. Corey made an adorable candy stand:
Corey and Maria’s Sugar Shack – it was lovely!
He stocked it with loads of sweets and a
popcorn machine which he bought me when
we first started dating. I also made some
customised bags so our guests could take
their sweet treats home as favours. W
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My favourite moment... There were so many beautiful
moments, but just after our first kiss Corey wrapped his arms
around me and gave me a huge hug. It was like nothing I have
felt before – I completely lost myself in the moment!
My tip for brides-to-be... When it comes to your
wedding, everyone will have an opinion. Be considerate and
respectful of others, but ultimately you should go for what you
and your fiancé want. Don’t worry if your decisions are not
practical, we thought getting married in the forest wouldn’t
work, but it was the best decision we made!
Photographer: Kristen Booth (kristenbooth.net)
Venue, florist and cake: Pineridge Hollow (pineridgehollow.com)
Dress: Champagne Bridal (theweddingandparty.com)
Bridesmaids’ dresses: Helene’s Bridal (helenesbridalsalon.com)
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Beaded pearl
necklace, £115,
852London
Glitter-dipped
luggage tags, £3.49
for 10, Ginger Ray
Flowerbomb
eau de
parfum,
£73 (50ml),
Viktor & Rolf
at Selfridges
‘Woodland’ savethe-date card,
from £1, Swoon
At The Moon
Girls white
ballerina
dress, £110,
Sarah Louise
at Childsplay
Clothing
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Renown Unique’
tulips, garden roses,
ranunculus, amaryllis,
sage and eucalyptus,
Rachel Grimes
Flowers
Book storage
boxes, £18,
Next
Big, Bold
& Beautiful
volumising spray,
£14, Percy &
Reed
Ivory silk gown with
embellished straps,
£2,400,
Temperley London
Get the look
Create a vibe of English country
charm with vintage props,
woodland details and
chalk-paint pastels
Buttonhole of
‘Ocean Song’ rose
and lavender, Wild
at Heart
Flowergirl cut-out
white sandals,
£18, Little Miss at
Paradox London
Vintage leather
suitcase, £25,
Raspberry Mash
Canapé
sticks, £4 (for
set of 12),
Wedding In
A Teacup
Dandelion
brightening
face powder,
£23.50, Benefit
Cosmetics
Pink
buttercream
cake, £180
(serves 60),
Yummy Little
Cakes
Nail polish in
Brides to be,
£7.99, Essie
Pearlescent
court shoes
with pearl
detail, £250,
Adara Leigh
London
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eyeshadow
in Lavender
Love, £7, The
Body Shop
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A class act
A mansion filled with flowers set the scene for Jennie and Edward’s traditional do
♥
Jennie & Edward
Jennie, 28, a lawyer, and Edward, 28, an
assistant headteacher, married at The Mansion
at Moor Park Golf Club, Rickmansworth.
The inspiration... We said our vows
at our local church as we wanted to get
married in a place that had history for us.
When we first visited Moor Park Mansion,
Edward instantly said he could picture our
wedding there, so we booked it there and
then! The décor was incredible, and we ate
in the magnificent main room, which became
our dancefloor in the evening. We wanted a
traditional wedding, and a palette of pink and
gold ran throughout the details.
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The style... I’m convinced my lace Sassi
Holford gown was the biggest dress in the
shop! When I came out of the dressing room
my mum and sister both burst into tears, so
I knew instantly it was the one. And it had
pockets! With it I wore a long veil and held
a gently-rounded bouquet of garden roses,
lisianthus, spray roses and hydrangeas. Edward
and his groomsmen wore blue three-piece
suits from Moss Bros, which worked perfectly
for our summer wedding, teamed with pale
pink ties and pocket squares to match the
bridesmaids’ dresses. I’d sent my maids dress
ideas in advance as I wanted them to be
happy with the choice we’d made.
The details... I love flowers and could
have spent half our budget on them! Luckily
I didn’t have to, as both the church and
reception venue were very ornate. I love how
“The décor was incredible;
we ate in the magnificent
main room, which became our
dancefloor in the evening.”
gypsophila looks en masse: so I gave the florist
the rather vague request of gypsophila ‘clouds’
on each table in the dining room, which
looked fantastic. We even had a gypsophila
frame around the tableplan, and used domes
of gypsophila as pew ends. Our pink and gold
cake was decorated with sugar flowers, and
each tier was a different flavour. We saved
the top tier and ate it for breakfast the day
we came back from our honeymoon! W
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My favourite moment... Before we left for the church, my
bridesmaids gave me a photo album Edward had created of our holidays
and memories, with messages. I couldn’t even look through it properly or
I would have been crying before I even got to the church!
My tip for brides-to-be... I didn’t realise how many small jobs
would need doing in the week leading up to the wedding. Having people
around who were able to help with the last-minute details took a lot of
stress off of the final few days.
Compiled by: Emma Vince
Photography: Fiona Kelly Photography
(fionasweddingphotography.co.uk)
Venue: The Mansion, Moor Park Golf Club (moorparkgc.co.uk)
Flowers: Two Girls & Some Flowers (two-girls-and-some-flowers.co.uk)
Cake: Queen of Herts (queenofhertscakes.co.uk)
Dress: Sassi Holford (sassiholford.com)
Bridesmaid dresses: Alfred Sung at Dessy (dessy.com)
Groomswear: Moss Bros (moss.co.uk)
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Buttonhole of ‘Piano’
rose, tulip, rosemary
and galax leaves,
Stem Flowers
Hanging heart,
£7, Retreat
Home
Gilt picture
frame, £165,
Ayers &
Graces
Red fascinator
with bow, £45,
Accessorize
Fatale Intense
eau de
parfum, £46
(50ml), Agent
Provocateur at
Debenhams
Crystal drop
earrings, £15,
Coast
Get the look
Gold box clutch,
£30, Linzi
Lace sleeved
bridal dress,
£299,
Monsoon
Gilt
grandeur
Gold
sweetheart
ring, £89,
Diamonfire
‘Regency’
cake,
price on
application
(serves
300),
Cakes by
Krishanthi
Glass wine goblets,
£9.50 each, Berry Red
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Burgundy
silk wedding
tie, £19.99,
Swagger and
Swoon
‘Gatsby’
thank-you cards,
£5 (for 10),
Paperchase
Sprinkle your opulent wedding
reception with baroque details
and regal red tones
Tablecentre of ‘Grand
Prix’ and ‘Piano’ roses,
‘Tamango’ spray roses,
ranunculus, anemones,
skimmia, berried
ivy and hypericum
berries, Jamie Aston
Jewel slides,
£5 (set of two),
Warehouse
Gold lace
slingbacks, £235,
Freya Rose
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REAL-LIFE weddings
Beachy dream
Chrissy and Adam said ‘I do’ on the beach against a mountainous backdrop
♥
CHrissy & Adam
Chrissy, 36, a photographer, and Adam, a real
estate agent, 35, married at Hyatt Regency
Lake Tahoe Resort, Nevada.
The inspiration... We wanted to create
an experience for our guests, something that
was sophisticated yet earthy and rustic. We
chose our venue not only for its beautiful
beachfront location, but because it’s special
to us. Adam and I had hiked the 165-mile trail
of mountain range which circles Lake Tahoe
the summer before, and we snowboard there
in the winter. For our décor and outfits, we
chose a palette of sage, blue and peach to
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complement the natural surroundings.
The style... I found my Reem Acra dress in
a boutique in San Francisco, I loved how light
the silk chiffon layers were. I wore my twin
sister’s necklace, which she had also worn on
her wedding day, a bracelet I bought during
a trip to Bali, and a pair of mint-green Jimmy
Choo sandals. I was relaxed when it came
to my bouquet and gave my florist control
after showing her my Pinterest board. She
created a posy of peonies, garden roses and
succulents – it smelled amazing! Adam looked
very handsome head-to-toe in Paul Smith,
while my bridesmaids wore their own choice
of dresses in a palette of pink and peach.
The details... We served lemonade and
iced tea on the beach before the ceremony,
and cocktails before dinner. A friend played
acoustic slide guitar during the ceremony
and Adam’s DJ friend played throughout the
“My florist created a
posy of peonies, garden
roses and succulents –
it smelled amazing!”
reception. Guests dined on salmon, chicken
or steak – all of which were locally sourced,
and served with a variety of salads and wines.
Later, they tucked into chocolate cupcakes.
For added entertainment, we set up a
photobooth using my equipment, which went
down well with our guests. We also provided
a shoe valet so they could store their shoes
and pop on a pair of flip-flops to dance in! W
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THE LAST WORD
My favourite moment... The whole day was
wonderful, but Adam and I seeing each other in our
outfits for the first time just before the wedding will
always stay in my mind.
My tip for brides-to-be... Add as many
personal elements as you can into the day – and ask
the talented people in your life to get involved in the
planning, they will be honoured!
Compiled by: Leanne Wilcox
Photography: Melina Wallisch Photography (melinawallisch.com)
Venue: Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort (laketahoe.hyatt.com)
Planning: Felicia Events (feliciaevents.com)
Flowers: Thran’s Flowers (thransflowers.com)
Dress: Reem Acra (reemacra.com)
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Green and
gold clutch
bag, £45,
Streetlevel at
Amazon
CK One Summer
2015 eau de toilette,
£30.99 (100ml),
Calvin Klein at
Fragrance Direct
Dark blue
contemporary
fit linen jacket,
£199, Austin
Reed
Tablecentre of drift
wood, hellebores,
spray roses, lichen
and dried asparagus
fern, Zita Elze
‘Beach’ RSVP
card, from
£2.26, Zazzle
Get the look
Super
natural
Grey cotton
bow tie, from
£12.50, The
Tie Bar
Blackboard
print, £23, The
Wedding Of
My Dreams
Buttonhole of
scabiosa stellata,
serruria florida,
rosemary,
blackberries,
sanguisorba and
hebe, Flowers by
Kirsty
Beaded lace
and tulle
ball gown,
£1,350, Justin
Alexander
Bring the garden to the
beach with a touch of
rustic-luxe
Wicker basket of flip flops,
‘Vintage Beads
£60 (includes basket and
and Butterflies’
20 pairs of glitter flip flops),
cake and cupcakes,
Wedding Flip Flops
price on application
(tiers serve 60),
Rosalind Miller
Ocean lamé
glitter sandals,
£525, Jimmy
Choo
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Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘O’Hara’ roses,
‘Duchess de Nemo’
peonies, ‘Jeanie’ spray
roses, thlaspi, scabiosa
stellata, willow, ammi
visnaga and jasmine,
Paperwhite Flowers
‘His and Hers’
tumblers,
£50 (for set
of two), Kate
Spade at
Amara
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f you have dreamed of saying ‘I do’ on a
powder-soft beach surrounded by
swaying palms and lapping waves, then
look no further! The destination wedding
and honeymoon experts at Sandals will help
to make your Caribbean fantasy become a
reality. Their exotic, five-star, beachfront resorts
await you in Jamaica, Saint Lucia, Antigua, the
Bahamas, Grenada and Barbados – each
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There really is no better way to begin your
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All in the detail
As the expert in destination weddings and
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Your personal wedding planners will be there
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surrounding tropical flora, the complimentary*
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a magenta dendrobium orchid bouquet, and
matching groom’s buttonhole, a two-tier white
fondant-iced cake decorated with magenta
dendrobium orchids, and an accompanying
reception tablecentre piece. Plus, there’s an
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leave! But it’s worth stepping outside: into the
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AS SEEN
ON SCREEN
Some of the most famous and
picturesque buildings on film
and TV are also available for
wedding hire...
Stoke Park: Bridget Jones’ Diary
The name’s Park. Stoke Park. You may recognise this grade I listed building from Bond classics such as
Goldfinger and Tomorrow Never Dies. Or, you might recollect the Great Hall, Pennsylvania Suite and lake
appeared in the memorable mini-break scenes from Bridget Jones’ Diary. Just four miles away from
Pinewood studios, Stoke Park has always been a firm favourite in the British film industry. Now, it’s a
favourite with brides too, thanks to its graceful interiors, 300 acres of parkland and convenient location
just half-an-hour from London. Packages from £150 per person. 01753 717188, stokepark.com.
Cornwell Manor:
The Holiday
Follow in the footsteps of Cameron
Diaz and Jude Law in guilty-pleasure
Christmas classic The Holiday by
celebrating at Cornwell Manor in
the Cotswolds. Who can forget
the scene in the film when a
divinely-styled Cam and Jude take
lunch and frolic in the gardens as
they fall in love? We can’t promise
the Hollywood-worthy budget,
but thanks to the beauty of the
16th century manor house set
in 2,000 acres of grounds, you’ll
certainly feel like a few million
bucks. The ballroom is licensed
for weddings, while there’s also
the option of exchanging vows in
Cornwell Parish Church, which is
within walking distance. Prices from
£3000 per night. 01608 698673,
cornwellmanor.com.
Castle Ward:
Game Of Thrones
Game of Thrones fans might recognise Castle
Ward in Northern Ireland from the early
episodes, as the 18th century mansion
doubled as Stark headquarters: Winterfell. The
historic farmyard is seen in series one, and
also provides the backdrop to scenes in the
Whispering Wood, Robb Stark’s camp and the
Baelor battle. While nuptials throughout the
series have a bad reputation (let’s not mention
the Red Wedding...), a celebration at Castle
Ward will run without a hitch. There are two
sites for a marquee, and the stable-yard tea
room offers additional space for an evening
reception. All this, surrounded by the natural
beauty of County Down. Wedding is coming.
Room hire starts from £1,250. 028 4488 1204,
nationaltrust.org.uk/castle-ward.
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Alnwick Castle:
Harry Potter and the
Philosopher’s Stone
Who can forget the first glimpse we get of
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
in Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone? As
the wide-eyed first years sailed towards the
moonlit school in a fleet of candle-bedecked
boats, it’s hard to image that anyone watching
wasn’t as enchanted as they were. So the
good news is that you can have yourself a
little piece of movie magic by hosting your
big day at Alnwick Castle, Northumberland,
which appeared in the films. The Norman
castle features a banqueting hall with
restored beams, stone arches, and a cobbled
courtyard for a drinks reception. Magical
soundtrack optional. Off-peak room hire
from £250. 01665 511100, alnwickcastle.com.
Blenheim Palace:
Cinderella
Words: Marcia Moody and Emma Vince. Photography: National Trust
The famous locale has been seen on
screen many, many times but topping
the list are two of this year’s biggest
productions: campy E! drama The Royals
and blockbusting fairytale Cinderella.
So whether you caught a glimpse
as Elizabeth Hurley’s Queen Helena
stalked the property, or noticed it as the
prince’s palace when Cinders passed by
in her carriage, the important bit is that
you can actually host your big day there.
The palace offers a variety of options
where you can tie that knot including
The Orangery and the double-vaulted
Marlborough Room, while The Saloon,
The Great Hall and The Long Library
are all fitting backdrops for a suitably
stunning reception. Price on application.
01993 810530, blenheimpalace.com.
Highclere Castle:
Downton Abbey
If you fancy yourselves as lord and lady of
the manor, you’ll be delighted to discover
you can marry with all due pomp and
ceremony at Highclere Castle, the real house
behind fictional Downton Abbey. This glorious
Victorian building offers brides an elegant
day, set in a stately yet familiar backdrop.
With period features galore, Highclere is
home to myriad grand rooms you’ll recognise
from the show, including the drawing room
and the dining room. The opulent saloon, at
the heart of the castle, is licensed for civil
ceremonies and the bride can make her
grand entrance down the sweeping oak
staircase. Exclusive use from £15,000. 01635
253210, highclerecastle.co.uk. W
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Vendors
assemble!
Identify the bridal A-team who’ll make your dream day a reality
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t’s the day of the wedding, and you are
surrounded by a sea of smiling friends
and family, but there will be others on
the sidelines who – while not in the spotlight
– still play an important role in your big day.
From the caterers and venue staff to your
wedding photographer, your suppliers will
play a huge part in how smoothly the day
runs, and are key to bringing your vision to
life. With such influential roles in your day,
you’ll want to make sure you’ve sourced the
best possible people for your wedding dream
team. But, where to start?
consult your friends
Begin your search close to home. In fact, why
not right at your front door? For some lucky
brides, the family home might be big enough
to host the reception, or your parents’ garden
could fit the marquee you’ve always dreamed
of. Before setting off on your quest to find
venues and suppliers, assess what you already
have, and what you and your friends can do
yourselves. Crowd-sourcing is the perfect
option for brides planning a wedding filled with
DIY touches, or who are on a tight budget. If
your own craft skills leave a lot to be desired,
cast the net further and look for talented family
members who would be happy to contribute
to your day. More often than not, friends and
family are willing to offer their services for free,
as it gives them a chance to feel involved in the
big day, and they can double-up their gesture as
a wedding gift to the couple.
Word of mouth recommendations are critical
to businesses; hairdressers, beauticians and
restaurants are just a few who rely heavily
on customers telling others about their
services, and it’s one of the reasons review
websites, such as Tripadvisor, are so popular.
In the wedding world, where the budget and
stakes are higher, recommendations are so
important. Newlywed friends will be able to
suggest talented vendors they worked with,
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giving an insight into their customer service
you may not have gleaned from a website
or advert. Additionally, try to think back to
friends’ weddings you’ve attended and the
aspects you particularly enjoyed. Stand-out
dinners and great DJs will often stick in your
mind, and if you enjoyed their service as a
guest, it’s likely you’ll also enjoy it as a bride.
believe will suit your style and budget. “We
only ever recommend suppliers we have
direct experience with,” adds Michelle. “So
we know hand on heart they are the very
best at what they do. Brides should always ask
for recommendations, and tease out exactly
what it was that made a particular supplier
shine, whether it’s their creativity or ability to
respond well to instruction.”
Ask an expert
As well as asking friends, speak with industry
experts for their opinion. Securing the venue
or wedding planner usually happens early
on, and you can use the first vendor as a
jumping-off point to discover the rest of your
team. “A word of mouth recommendation is
important,” explains wedding planner Michelle
Kelly (pocketfulofdreams.co.uk), “and when
it comes from someone within the industry,
you know you’re onto a good thing.” Planners,
florists and photographers you have already
booked should have a feel for who you are
as a couple, and can recommend people they
Check the list
With this in mind, many venues offer
brides a preferred supplier list of endorsed
vendors. “A preferred supplier list will cover
the basics such as caterers and florists,”
explains Emma Hla of Coco Wedding Venues
(cocoweddingvenues.co.uk). “These suppliers
will already know the venue inside out,
ensuring their service is smooth and efficient.
Venues provide these lists because, much like
the bride and groom, they want to work with
the best suppliers too!” Lists are given to the
couple at the first visit or upon booking, “I
Budget-bride case study
If you’re a creative person, you may be planning to make aspects of the day yourself.
Artistic bride-to-be, Rosie Grindrod, is doing just that: “I’d always planned on a DIY
wedding, even before I got engaged,” she explains. “I’ll attempt to make most of the
elements myself, from the décor and flower arranging, to the favours and stationery.
My wedding is still 18 months away so I have plenty of time to research the aspects
I’m not so sure of! I’ve already designed our save-the-dates, and intend to do the
invitations, too.
“I was inspired by a friend’s wedding recently, where everyone chipped in to help. I
loved how it gave the day a real sense of community. I’ll be roping in as many friends
and family as possible when it comes to setting up and decorating the venue!
“My bridesmaid, Lily, is a fantastic baker and offered to bake our wedding cake for us.
And my friend Tom is a great photographer, so he was my first thought when I got
engaged! My sister also happens to be good with a camera, so she will be capturing
some special moments such as getting ready in the morning. As well as saving money,
hand-making my day means I can add a personal touch to every element; I hope
people come to our wedding and say, ‘This is so Rosie and Graeme!’”
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really valued my venue’s list,” recalls Emma.
“As the first of my friends to get married,
the world of weddings was very new to
me. If you like the venue’s taste and style,
the chances are the preferred suppliers will
also be right for you. Don’t be afraid to ask
questions about how they curated the list; a
fabulous venue should be passionate about its
choices and happy to explain them!”
It’s also important to distinguish exactly what
the venue means by ‘preferred’ at this early
stage. In some cases, it may be you have no
choice but to use that supplier, which can be
the case with some in-house caterers. While
you know the preferred suppliers will be of
a high standard, it might be that you have
your heart set on a different one or that you
want more flexibility, and you’ll definitely need
to check their pricing fits with your budget.
“Ask which suppliers are preferred and which
are recommended,” adds Emma. “The latter
means you have more flexibility to choose
your own. If the venue’s terms and conditions
are too restrictive for you, then simply move
on. It’s a decision which has to be made with
both head and heart.”
Do your homework
Recommendations are important, but so is
your own research. It’s time to make like the
experts and catch up on the latest bridal
news. “To uncover great new suppliers,
we attend creative fairs up and down the
country,” says Michelle. “We also read
wedding blogs, follow industry people on
Instagram and join in Twitter discussions,
including #weddinghour.”
There are two stages to researching vendors.
The first is fun, browsing magazines and
blogs to find real-life weddings you love, and
whose décor and photography suit your taste.
“Magazines are brimming with inspiration and
advice,” says photographer Lucy Davenport
(lucydavenport.co.uk). “When it comes
to photography, there are so many terms:
documentary, traditional, reportage, it can all
be quite daunting for new brides-to-be. My
advice would be to simply look at images
and get a feel for the style you love that way.”
Fellow photographer Anushé Low (anushe.
com) agrees: “Past brides have seen my work
on blogs and in magazines and contacted me
directly as a result,” she says. “Story-telling
is a big part of a wedding day, and real-life
wedding features are important as they
display the quality of photography through
a series of images, which is a key part of
showcasing a good photographer.”
Once you’ve found a vendor whose style
you love, the second step is to pin down
dates, location and price. Style is important,
but so are the practicalities, which include
the vendor working within your budget
and traveling to your location. Whether it’s
feasible or not will become obvious once
you’ve visited their website and contacted
them for a quote. It may mean you fall in love
with high-end stationery you can’t afford, or
a photographer based in the US along the
way, but its important to be left with a dream
team who match your style and budget. W
Words: Emma Vince. Photography: Getty
“A word of mouth
recommendation is
important, and when it
comes from someone
within the industry, you
know you’re onto a
good thing.”
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How to style
your venue
Whatever the location, super-style your
reception from the venue to the menu
Rustic barn
The humble barn has become a popular
choice for countryside weddings; when it
comes to sourcing the perfect venue for a
rustic-yet-stylish celebration the timeless
charm of exposed brick, stonework and
characterful wooden beams has proved to
be a winning combination. And, with their
simple style, they’re easy to dress up or down
depending on your taste. “Barns are perfect
for a more informal occasion,” says wedding
planner Ruth Hunter of Finesse Planning
(finesseplanning.com). “Entertainment is key to
a successful barn wedding, so consider holding
a ceilidh for some pre-evening fun, followed
by a vintage-style band with banjos, tuba and
an upright bass.” Get guests involved in the
day with interactive guest books or by asking
them to bring along homemade sponges or
cupcakes for a bake-off style dessert table.
The décor
“Keep the colours soft and pretty with
tones such as sage and blush if you’re getting
married in spring or summer,” proposes stylist
Louise Beukes (louisebeukes.com). “Then
add a hint of rich berry for autumn weddings.
A barn wedding calls for homespun details,
so you could use seasonal flowers and treat
your guests to produce from nearby farms.
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Incorporate natural materials with hessian
runners, kraft paper and twine for an ecofriendly yet super-stylish look.”
The menu
“Wooden board sharing platters work well
for long tables, as well as a hog roast or
open barbecue with hearty salads on the
side,” suggests Sarah Hammond, director of
catering company “rhubarb”. And provenance
is at the heart of a rustic wedding, she adds.
“Local wines are a popular choice; a few of
the barn venues we work with have their own
vineyards too, while local cider and beers,
as well as a glass of Prosecco on arrival, are
popular choices for summer celebrations.”
Sample menu by “rhubarb”
Canapés
Ham hock croqueta with English pea
purée to dip. Monkfish, pancetta and
rosemary brochette with lemon aioli
Main
Barbecue Scottish salmon, roasted green
and yellow courgettes, blistered cherry
vine tomatoes and basil with sauce vierge
or a cucumber, yoghurt and mint dressing
Dessert
Dark and white chocolate pots with
sparkling berries.
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At a majestic castle or stately home, all-out
luxury is the name of the game. Historic
buildings can often cater for a larger guest
list, so make the most of the existing space
and opulent interiors. “Nothing is too overthe-top for a venue like this,” says Ruth. “In
fact, anything too small is at risk of being
overpowered by the surroundings. Consider
a black-tie dress code as this adds a sense
of occasion to an already lavish affair.” Later,
keep guests entertained with a big band,
and consider ending the night with a bang
watching an impressive fireworks display.
The décor
“Grand banqueting halls cry out for rich and
luxurious colour schemes,” explains Louise.
Oversized floral displays, opulent gilt-edged
crockery and statement lighting complement
this perfectly. Alternatively, pare the look down
with an elegant all-white colour scheme, with
flickering candlelight and gold or silver touches
to create a magical ambience.
The menu
“Opt for three courses and canapés,” suggests
Sarah. “If you’ve chosen a stately venue, it
follows that you may well have old-school
tastes and so could opt for a classic main
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like rack of lamb. Or you might want to go
seasonal, with grouse in August or during the
winter months; venison or pheasant.” She
recommends impressing your guests with
gold-rimmed charger plates or including dryice or smoking liquid nitrogen in wow-factor
desserts, while a cake iced in edible gold
would prove to be a suitably show-stopping
centrepiece. “You’ll almost certainly want to
serve champagne,” Sarah adds. “Additionally,
we have an in-house cocktail specialist who
creates bespoke drinks. Some couples have
separate bride and groom bars, where the
bride’s bar features lovely pink cocktails, such
as strawberry daiquiris, and the groom’s bar
serves espresso martinis.”
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Grand castle
Sample menu by “rhubarb”
Canapés
Buck rarebit with Keen’s Cheddar and
poached quail’s egg in a crisp brioche
Main
Chateaubriand, rösti potatoes, béarnaise
sauce, spinach, sautéed chanterelles, broad
beans and jus roti
Dessert
Summer salad of fragrant melon with
sauternes jelly, lemon and basil sorbet and
edible flowers
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Bohemian tipi
For a day filled with creative details and a
feel-good vibe, find a venue with space to
pitch a tipi or two. “A festival theme is great
for a tipi reception,” says Ruth. “It’s all about
good music, good food and fun!” She suggests
hiring a number of tipis if space allows; one
which could host a selection of street food
stands, another for a bar complete with
hay-bale seating and a third semi-open tipi
as a stage to host bands throughout the day.
Consider keeping your guests entertained in
the evening with a homemade photobooth
complete with vintage props, a temporary
tattoo station and a campfire for roasting your
own marshmallows.
The décor
“I love the tipi trend,” says Louise. “It’s the
perfect opportunity to get creative! Choose
a neutral palette to complement the natural
style of the tipi, or opt for clashing colours
of burnt orange, reds and purples for a
more hippy summer-of-love vibe.” If you’ve
always thought you fancied having a bash at
personalising your big day with some arts and
crafts, then this is the wedding vibe for you.
Louise adds, “This is a perfect style for DIY
brides: make your own wooden signage for a
homemade festival feel.”
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The menu
“A tipi to me shouts Moroccan or orientalstyle food,” explains Sarah. “Or perhaps a
fusion menu – but there are no hard and
fast rules. You could opt for low-level seating,
and go rustic with sharing bowls and plates,
or perhaps let guests dig into a nice tagine.”
Sarah also recommends an assortment of
different food and drink stalls for a festivalstyled day; try a pulled pork or teppanyaki
stand for your savoury options, a candy floss
machine, popcorn truck or old-fashioned
ice cream van for sweet offerings, as well as
a Pimms, Prosecco or cider station for your
drinks. And just hope you won’t get stuck in a
Glastonbury-style queue!
Sample menu by “rhubarb”
Canapés
Chicken shawarma with parsley and
lemon tahini salad and a spiced yoghurt
and mint dip
Main
Lamb mechoui; slow roasted leg of
lamb marinated in sea salt, garlic, cumin,
coriander and thyme
Dessert
Baklava layered pastries with almonds,
pistachios and pine kernels
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Traditional marquee
The versatile and timeless marquee offers a
practical yet pretty option, whatever time of
year you’re getting married. And thanks to
the vast array of different types on offer now;
whether big or small, multi-room or with a
star-cloth ceiling, there will be one to suit all
styles. “Nothing is as quintessentially British as
a marquee in the grounds of a manor house
or your own home,” says Ruth. She suggests
keeping guests entertained through dinner
with a classic pianist or jazz quartet. Later,
bring in a fun element with a photobooth or
karaoke, as well as a disco in the evening to
keep the party going.
The décor
“Take inspiration from the surrounding
countryside and use shades of peach, coral
and pink to update a classic style,” suggests
Louise. “Think blowsy peonies, garden roses
and trailing foliage to bring the outside in.
Marquees are a blank canvas, so add your own
details and colour in the shape of pretty linens,
elegant chandeliers and a floral garland behind
the top table for an extra sophisticated touch.”
Collect bottles and jars to display the flowers
on each table.
The menu
“You could choose to have what I call a
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‘walking starter’, which is lots of larger canapés
rather than a sit-down dish, to give guests
the chance to circulate,” explains Sarah. “For
a traditional main course, opt for breast
of guinea fowl and afterwards serve your
wedding cake with cream or fruit to double
up as the dessert.” Sarah also suggests serving
classic cocktails, such as bellinis, and including a
sideboard of cheeses while, later in the night,
bacon sandwiches and hot dogs will keep
revellers going into the early hours. She adds,
“even at a traditional celebration like this, each
couple wants to give their guests something
slightly different; there’s no such thing as a
completely classic wedding, and that’s what
makes our job so exciting!” W
Sample menu by “rhubarb”
Canapés
Fillet of beef with baby fondant potato
and classic bearnaise sauce
Main
Breast of guinea fowl with pancetta shard,
baby summer vegetables, gnocchi & sauce
vierge
Dessert
Champagne poached peaches with
raspberries, crème fraîche, ice cream and
lavender shortbread
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Classic or Asian tea at
Shangri-la, The Shard
On the 35th floor of London’s tallest skyscraper, Ting
Lounge in the Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, offers a
deluxe afternoon tea with a bird’s eye view of the city.
Relax in luxurious sofas with a glass of champagne, as
the whole of London is rolled out before you through
floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Opt for a Classic or
Asian Inspired Afternoon Tea package; both include a
delicious selection of sandwiches and savouries, plain
and Earl Grey infused scones and a sweet-picking of
pastries. From traditional smoked salmon and crème
fraîche sandwiches to steamed prawn dumplings, and
32 teas to choose from, each menu is sure to tantalise
your taste buds. Be sure to try Ting’s signature ‘Yuzu’
dessert; a baked mousse cheesecake with yuzu (a
Japanese citrus fruit) soaked sponge, topped with
citrus marmalade, and thank us later. Finally, don’t fret
that the finger sandwiches will sate your appetite, your
kind hostess won’t replenish your stand with your
favourites throughout. Prices from £49 each. To book
call 0207 234 8108 or visit ting-shangri-la.com
High Tea Hens
What better way to kick off a London hen do than with
one of the capital’s finest afternoon spreads?
Spatisserie at The Dorchester
Prêt-à-Portea at The Berkeley
This high-fashion high tea in the heart of Knightsbridge offers
a creative twist to a classic English institution. Set in the newly
renovated Caramel room which offers all day dining (sittings for
tea are from 1pm-5.30pm), you’ll arrive to a shoe-shaped name tag
reserving your table and a selection of cakes, pastries, taster spoons,
canapés, savoury skewers and finger sandwiches all designed to
resemble the latest catwalk creations of the world’s top designers.
Our highlights were the Jimmy Choo monochrome Cayla zebra
print bag in Dulcey chocolate moelleux topped with a rainbow of
meringue drops, and the Charlotte Olympia black and scarlet ‘Sarah’
knee high biscuit boot in dark chocolate. Choose between loose
leaf teas including vanilla, pear caramel and white peony and sip a
glass of Laurent-Perrier. Can’t find room for that last tiny fashion
crumb? Take home a cute handbag shaped box filled with leftovers.
Prices from £45 per person. To book, visit the-berkeley.co.uk
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When you’re sunk deep in a gently-glowing sanctuary with a glass of
champagne to soften the edges, it’s hard to believe that you’re slap
bang in the middle of bustling Park Lane. But the subterranean spa
at The Dorchester is a dreamy, peach-lit haven dedicated to girlie
gorgeousness. Combining a luxurious treatment with tea and cake, the
Spatisserie experience is perfect for a day-time hen. You’re welcomed
with an aromatic glass of rose water before being ushered through for
your treatment, and afterwards you’re encouraged to take tea in your
robe. Choose from a selection of sandwiches including smoked salmon,
seafood, cucumber and chicken, while the cakes and pastries include
chocolate raspberry tart and coconut cake with passion mango confit.
After an afternoon of such girlie pampering, you’ll never want to leave!
Priced £45 per person. To book, visit dorchestercollection.com
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Traditional afternoon
tea at The Ritz
G&Tea at Dukes
It’s easy to see why this discreet luxury hotel was a
favourite of James Bond author Ian Fleming, as you’ll
be hard pushed to find a more quintessentially English
setting. Although, this is no ordinary afternoon tea. This
is a G&Tea – that’s gin infused with Earl Grey or black
vanilla tea, with a side of sweetened tonic in your milk
jug and a tower of delectable cake. Sandwiches arrive
on a chintzy floral-print cake stand alongside freshly
baked scones, bite-sized jam doughnuts and a selection
of carrot cake, apple panna cotta, mini lemon meringues
and chocolate ganache. Gin buffs won’t be disappointed,
homemade infusions are served over ice in your dainty
vintage teacup. Priced £35 per person. To book call 020
7491 4840 or visit dukeshotel.com
No luxy ladies’ trip to the Big Smoke is
complete without taking afternoon tea
at The Ritz, where dreamy fancies have
been offered since the Edwardian era.
The Palm Court where tea is served is a
Belle Epoque vision of rose and gold and,
thanks to the high frosted glass ceiling,
is so light and airy it’s like eating inside
the souffle of a master pastry chef. The
menu is equally exquisite; sandwiches are
favourites with a twist including cucumber,
cream cheese, dill and chives on caraway
bread, and smoked salmon and lemon
butter on rye, while sweet treats include
chocolate cake, cinnamon macarons and
choux buns filled with hazelnut cream.
Additionally, tea sommeliers are on hand
to recommend different blends – we
loved the Ritz Royal English Tea with the
sandwiches, and delicate Rose Congou for
the cakes. Meanwhile the tinkling piano
accompaniment, and attentive re-fills make
for a truly special experience. From £50
per person. To book, visit theritzlondon.com
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Sarah Tippett, Lauren Godfrey, Katie Byrne
Summer In The City tea at Conrad St James
Wedgwood tea at The Langham
Is there any time of the year more glorious than the summer? In a word,
no, and now an afternoon tea has been created in delicious homage to
this most balmy of seasons. Served in the beautifully airy tea room of the
Conrad St James, it manages to deliver two of our favourite things on a rather
gorgeous plate: cake and sunshine. Think BBQ chicken brioche rolls, citrus
jellies, cocktail-infused pastries and even miniature chocolate ice-cream cones
(coated in hundreds and thousands, naturally). Take your pick from the endless
tea menu – we loved Black Vanilla – add in a harpist playing hits from the Top
40 and free-flowing champagne, and you have a recipe for a rather fabulous
afternoon with the girls. This is a tastebud-tingling trip to the beach, and you
can practically feel the sunshine. Although the good news is you won’t need
to worry about remembering the SPF, or even leaving the super-comfort of
your armchair, for that matter. Mojito macaron, anyone? Prices from £35. To
book, visit conradhotels.com/london W
The grande dame of London hotels turns 150 this year, and has
teamed up with national institution Wedgwood for a particularly
luxurious tea experience. Walking into the champagne-coloured
lounge creates an automatically soothing effect – an oasis in the
middle of the urban jungle. Once seated, choose your infusion
with the help of a friendly tea sommelier before tucking into a
delicious selection of finger sandwiches, followed by a generous
serving of fluffy scones presented on bespoke ‘Langham Rose’
china. Intricately exquisite Wedgwood-style desserts are so pretty
you won’t want to eat them, but once you start, so delicious
you won’t be able to stop! Offerings include an English Rose and
lychee log with a Hathaway Rose motif, a daisy teapot cinnamon
shortbread cookie, a strawberry and white balsamic Victoria
sponge set with a Wedgwood white cameo on blue icing, and a
tea cup finished with white chocolate mousse, tropical-flavoured
jelly and a dark chocolate sablé. From £47 per person. To book, visit
langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/london
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Rainbow
retro
Follow in the footsteps of Hollywood A-listers and hot new fashionistas alike,
as the coloured wedding dress is still going strong
Red
Orange
Yellow
Nothing says ‘statement gown’ more than a
voluminous scarlet ‘Ta da!’, and Paula Yates set
the bar high at her 1986 wedding to Bob
Geldof. The TV presenter opted for a
form-fitting column dress with a vast train, and
maximised the effect by wearing very little
jewellery, but a matching scarlet veil, rose
crown and lipstick. However Paula wasn’t the
first star bride to rock the rouge. When Cilla
Black married songwriter Bobby Willis in 1969
she opted for pure swinging sixties cool in a
pop of cherry velvet and a posy of colourful
anemones, while for her 1973 Vegas wedding
to Michael Caine, beauty queen Shakira Baksh
chose a red maxi-dress.
Along with other assorted jewel-tones, vibrant
orange has long been a favourite of the Asian
bridal wardrobe, and when Pakistani-American
student Faryal Makhdoom married Amir Khan
in 2013, one of her dresses was a stunning and
intricate creation of orange, red and gold.
Meanwhile, when Jerry Hall married Mick
Jagger in 1990, she took inspiration from her
surroundings in Bali. The Texan supermodel
teamed a satsuma-coloured patterned silk
dress with a towering gold headdress and a
rope of oversized pearls. Meanwhile when
Elizabeth Hurley married Indian businessman
Arun Nayar in 2007, one of her bridal outfits
was a lavishly-embroidered coral sari.
A dress the colour of sunshine has long been
a popular choice for celebrity brides, however
there are very different ways of wearing it.
Elizabeth Taylor favoured yellow not once but
twice, although both times, naturally she opted
for glamour. It was lemon silk when she first
married Richard Burton in 1964 - possibly in
tribute to her Welsh groom who wore
daffodils in his lapel - and a softer sorbet tone
for her 1991 nuptials to Larry Fortensky.
While when Hollywood star Natalie Wood
married producer Richard Gregson in 1969,
she channelled a more hippy vibe in a flowing
primrose gown with matching cascade of
ribbons in her hair.
Get the look
Get the look
Get the look
Red wedding gowns have been featured by
Romona Keveza, Alfred Angelo, Hollywood
Dreams, Candy Anthony, Monique Lhuillier,
Cymbeline, Oscar de la Renta and Vera Wang.
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Although this citrus bright is used less in
western weddings, there have been a selection
of orange fondant and apricot tones from
designers including Cymbeline and Vera Wang.
There’s plenty of choice for the bride who
fancies a twist of lemon, and Monique Lhuillier,
Alfred Angelo and Zuhair Muhad have all
brought out some suitably zesty options.
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Green
Blue
Indigo
Violet
There are so many shades of
green on offer that it has become
the bridal colour of choice for a
vast number of famous faces. over
the past fifty years. Unsurprisingly
for someone who married a
whopping eight times, Elizabeth
Taylor maximised her colour
options by wearing green for her
big day twice. When she married
singer and actor Eddie Fisher in
1959 she selected a jade green
chiffon dress with matching jade
head scarf and satin shoes, along
with green orchids in her
bouquet. Then when she married
her actor beau Richard Burton
for the second time in 1975, she
chose diaphanous floor-length
emerald silk. Singer Kelis stuck to
her funky signature style when
she wore peppermint chiffon in
2005 for her wedding to rapper
Nas, and Tina Turner favoured a
lime green and black Armani
puffball for her 2013 Swiss
wedding to record company
executive Erwin Bach.
When it comes to selecting their
‘something blue’, many brides-tobe opt for a subtle touch such as
a handkerchief, ribbon or a garter.
However the colour worn in
dress-form actually looks good on
any skin and hair tone, it’s just
about choosing the shade that’s
right for you. A palest blue-grey
Anna Valentine creation was
perfect for champagne-blonde
Camilla Parker-Bowles when she
married Prince Charles in 2005,
complemented by her Philip
Treacy head-piece of blonde
grasses. Meanwhile fogert-me-not
blue silk with a matching
wide-brimmed hat perfectlysuited raven-haired Tinsel Town
movie star Rita Hayworth for her
1949 nuptials to Prince Aly Khan.
It was also the colour of choice
for Hollywood legend Bette Davis
who wore teal for her 1945
wedding to artist William Grant
Sherry, and singer June Carter
who married Johnny Cash in
1969 wearing powder blue lace.
In contrast to the assorted
flamboyant brights and pretty
pastels, indigo is a bolder, darker
and less obvious bridal choice.
This more unusual shade of blue
was favoured by Pharrell’s wife
Helen Lasichanh for their 2013
wedding in Miami, and there was
nothing subtle about her fabulous
sartorial choices. Despite no clear
Scottish connection for the
couple, they both sported tartan
on their big day, and while
Pharrell opted for a scarlet plaid
tux, model/designer Helen
wowed in a voluminous floorlength midnight-blue creation
with giant puffed sleeves, teamed
with a tiara and waist-length
chains and rosaries. Other colours
have historically been more
popular with the fashion-forward
famous ladies, but after Helen’s
flair, it will surely only be a matter
of time before others follow suit
and we’ll get to see a lot more
bridal indigo. We’re keeping our
fingers crossed!
Choose vivid violet for a real
show-stopping splash of colour.
The first-known star bride to
plump for purple was of course
Elizabeth Taylor (for her 1976
wedding to senator John Warner.)
However 29 years later when
burlesque superstar Dita Von
Teese married Marilyn Manson at
Castle Gurteen De La Poer in
Ireland, she really revved the
glamour. She opted for a violet
taffeta Vivienne Westwood ‘Bird
of Paradise’ creation, teamed with
matching veiled tricorn hat by
Stephen Jones, custom-made
purple Louboutins, a slash of
berry lipstick, and bejewelled
purple garter. Meanwhile other
star brides have played it safer in
shades of lilac including Joan
Collins when she married Percy
Gibson in 2002, and Victoria’s
Secret model Luisana Lopilato
who teamed the delicate shade
with a posy of purple orchids for
her 2011 civil ceremony to
Michael Bublé.
Get the look
Get the look
Get the look
Get the look
Monique Lhuillier, Claire Pettibone
and Alfred Angelo have offered a
selection of super greens, from
mint, to Disney princess Tiana.
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Seek out blue from Elizabeth
Fillmore, Elie Saab, Jenny Packham,
Ian Stuart, Donna Salado, Caroline
Herrera and Oscar de la Renta.
Top designer Caroline Herrera
has in the past brought out a little
splash of something in dvinely
inky sapphire.
Monique Lhuillier, Alexis Mabille
and Alfred Angelo have all
brought out purple creations,
from soft amethyst to deep plum.
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Browse our handpicked selection of fabulous trends
and must-buys for your big-day inspiration
forever friends
Get ready with the girls in shades
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Chic styling for an urban fairytale
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Lilac lace crop top, £46, Eberjey. Pink
and lemon tulle skirts, from £65
each, Angel’s Face. Crystal necklace,
£188, crystal bracelet, £168, cocktail
ring, £188, all Basia Zarzycka
My
Best Friend’s
Wedding...
Get ready for the big day with your best friends, in
dreamy tulle gowns and cocktail jewellery
Photography: John Rowley
Styling: Karen Crook-Brand
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(left to right)
Bridesmaid: Lemon dress with tulle skirt, £1390,
Candy Anthony. Flower halo, £90, Flo & Percy. Cocktail
ring, £188, Basia Zarzycka. Cream and silver sandals,
from £400, Emmy London
Bride: Pink and lilac dress with frilled top, £1850,
Candy Anthony. Flower hairpins, £45 for five, Flo &
Percy. Pale pink lace boots, £229.99, Harriet Wilde
Bridesmaid: Pale blue halterneck dress, £1390, Candy
Anthony. Flower headband, £90, Flo & Percy. Cream
and silver T-bar sandals, from £400, Emmy London
Bride: Strapless organza dress with
feather bodice, £1180, Silk + Satin.
Ribbon choker, £315, Emmy London.
Cocktail ring, £188, Basia Zarzycka
Bridesmaid: Cream camisole, £41,
matching shorts, £27, both Princesse
Tam Tam. Cape, £595, Charlie Brear.
Diamante necklace, £50, Devoted by
Alan Hannah at Jon Richard
Bride: Short lace dress with peter pan
collar, £365, Kitty & Dulcie. Crystal alice
band, from a selection, Flo & Percy.
Clutch bag, £249.99, lace court shoes,
£199.99, both Harriet Wilde
Bridesmaid: Lilac tulle overlay dress,
£275, Jim Hjelm Occasions. Crystal alice
band, £50, Devoted by Alan Hannah
at Jon Richard. Cream and silver T-bar
sandals, from £400, Emmy London
Bride: Short embellished
tulle and lace dress, £675,
Romantica Bridal. Bow
headband with birdcage veil,
£400, Rachel Trevor-Morgan
Millinery. Chandelier earrings,
£168, Basia Zarzycka
(left to right)
Bride: Strapless lace applique corset top
with chiffon tie back, £900, organza skirt,
£1800, both Halfpenny London. Hat, £225,
George Durdy. Crystal and pearl necklace,
£288, Basia Zarzycka
Bridesmaid: Cream lace assymetric dress,
£177, Mori Lee. Headband, £50, Devoted
by Alan Hannah at Jon Richard. Cream
and silver T-bar sandals, from £400, Emmy
London
Bridesmaid: Blush lace and chiffon dress,
£177, Mori Lee. Crystal hairband, £195,
Emmy London. Cream jewelled T-bar sandals,
from £400, Emmy London
Bride: Strapless blush tulle dress,
£1150, Benjamin Roberts. Crochet
flower hairclip, £75, Silver Sixpence
In her Shoe. Pearl and crystal
bracelet, £105, Flo & Percy
Slip dress with lace hem, £800,
chiffon floral lace edged silk
cape, £240, both Minna Bridal.
Drop earrings, £20, Devoted
by Alan Hannah at Jon Richard.
Silver crystal T-bar sandals,
from £400, Emmy London
Opposite: Short aqua
bridesmaid dress, £250, Jim
Hjelm Occasions. Crystal alice
band, £195, Emmy London.
Bracelet, £35, Devoted by Alan
Hannah at Jon Richard
Bridesmaid: short aqua bridesmaid
dress, £250, Jim Hjelm Occasions.
Crystal alice band, £195, silver
sandals, from £400, both Emmy
london. Bracelet, £35, Devoted by
Alan Hannah at Jon Richard.
(left to right)
Bridesmaid: Blush short floral applique dress,
£72, Little Mistress. Crystal drop earrings, £168,
Basia Zarzycka. Cream and silver sandals, from
£400, Emmy London
Bridesmaid: Blush long applique dress,
£70, Little Mistress. Flower hairpins, £45
for five, Flo & Percy
Bride: Pale pink satin low back dress,
£2500, Alan Hannah. Birdcage veil, £185, Flo &
Percy. Cocktail ring, £88, Basia Zarzycka
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make-up by: Lizzie Court using Bare Minerals
make-up and Paul Mitchell hair, assisted by
Jemma Allet. Flowers by Wildabout
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ModernLove
Say ‘I do’ to the timeless elegance of floor-length
evening gowns and tailored tuxedos
Photography: PAUL VIANT
Styling: JENNY SWIRE
(from left to right)
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £795, white
cotton shirt, £79, cufflinks, £24, all Marc Wallace.
Black silk bow tie, £35, Ede & Ravenscroft. Black
leather brogues, £295, Oliver Sweeney
Bride: Ivory tulle embroidered dress with
cutaway back, short skirt and dip hem, £5,880,
Sophia Kokosalaki. Pearl earrings, £149, Coleman
Douglas Pearls. Ivory satin court shoes, £285,
Joseph Azagury
Best man: Black three piece wool suit, £795,
white cotton shirt, £79, pale blue silk tie, £49, all
Marc Wallace. Black and grey leather brogues,
£295, Oliver Sweeney
Bridesmaid: Black silk jersey wrap dress with
plunging neckline and dropped waist, £795,
Amanda Wakeley. Diamante drop earrings, £128,
Basia Zarzycka. Gold glitter clutch, £190, and black
satin court shoes, £285, both Joseph Azagury
Ivory lace dress with illusion detail,
£975, Watters. Pearl stud earrings,
£49, Coleman Douglas Pearls. Gold
peeptoes, from a selection, Gina
Opposite page (from left to right)
Bride: Ivory lace dress with illusion
neckline and three quarter length
sleeves, £2,898, David Fielden. Pearl
stud earrings, £49, Coleman Douglas
Pearls. Bridal bouquet of pink roses
and jasmine, price on request, Savoy
Flowers
Bridesmaid: Ivory floral print dress
with tulle overlay and bow belt detail,
£1,453, David Fielden. Pearl drop
earrings, £139, Coleman Douglas
Pearls. Ivory peeptoe court shoes, £89,
Rainbow Club
(from left to right)
Bridesmaid: Lilac chiffon strapless
dress, £215, Veromia Bridesmaid
Best man: (just seen) Black three
piece woollen suit, £795, white
cotton shirt, £79, both Marc Wallace
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit,
£795, white cotton shirt, £79,
cufflinks, £24, all Marc Wallace. Black
silk bow tie, £35, Ede & Ravenscroft.
Black leather brogues, £295, Oliver
Sweeney. White rose buttonhole,
price on request, Savoy Flowers
Bride: Ivory lace dress with illusion
neckline and bow belt detail, £618,
Atelier Lyanna at Morgan Davies.
Pearl stud earrings, £49, Coleman
Douglas Pearls. Flowers by Savoy
Flowers
Ivory strapless chiffon dress, £2,150,
Hollywood Dreams. Pearl stud earrings,
£49, Coleman Douglas Pearls
Bride: Ivory dress with cutaway back
and pleated skirt, price on application,
Caroline Castigliano. Pearl stud
earrings, £49, Coleman Douglas Pearls
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £795,
white cotton shirt, £79, cufflinks, £24,
all Marc Wallace. Black silk bow tie,
£35, Ede & Ravenscroft. Black leather
brogues, £295, Oliver Sweeney. White
rose buttonhole and flowers, price on
request, all by Savoy Flowers
Bridesmaid: Pale pink draped
silk jersey dress with plunging
neckline, long sleeves and
corsage detail, £1,545, Sophia
Kokosalaki. Pearl drop earrings,
£139, Coleman Douglas Pearls
(from left to right)
Best man: Black woollen suit, £795,
matching waistcoat, £195, white
cotton shirt, £79, purple silk tie, £49,
cufflinks, £24, all Marc Wallace
Bridesmaid: Purple mini silk dress
with pleated skirt, £2,499, Caroline
Castigliano. Diamante drop earrings,
£128, Basia Zarzycka
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £795,
white cotton shirt, £79, cufflinks, £24,
all Marc Wallace. Black silk bow tie,
£35, Ede & Ravenscroft
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £695,
white cotton shirt, £79, cufflinks, £24,
all Marc Wallace. Black silk bow tie,
£35, Ede & Ravenscroft. White rose
buttonhole, price on request, Flowers by
Savoy Flowers
Bride: Ivory lace dress with plunging
neckline, £1,650, LM by Lusan
Mandongus at Morgan Davies. Pearl stud
earrings, £49, Coleman Douglas Pearls.
Five tier white wedding cake with pearl
and silver embellishments, decorated
with cascades of lilac, white and pink
sugar roses, white sugar orchids, green
and white sugar hydrangeas, and blush
sugar peonies, £1,500, Elizabeth Solaru
Bride: Gold embellished dress, £4,350, Jesus Peiro. Pearl
drop earrings, £149, Coleman Douglas Pearls
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £795, white cotton shirt,
£79, cufflinks, £24, all Marc Wallace. Black silk bow tie,
£35, Ede & Ravenscroft
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assisted by: Lauren Godfrey. Hair and make-up by: Enzo
Volpe @ Mandy Coakley using YSL Beauté and Diva pro
styling. Shot on location at The Savoy, London
www.fairmont.com/savoy. Flowers by Savoy Flowers
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very bride wants to feel like a princess
on her big day, but how do you make
the dream reality? By going all-out with
a Cinderella-style gown, of course! That’s why
we’ve teamed up with The National Wedding
Show and Allure Bridals to offer brides-to-be
the chance to win this stunning, tulle gown
(pictured left), worth £1,500, and two tickets
to The National Wedding Show where
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and that’s why each gown is set apart using
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the aisle feeling like royalty. To view more
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provided to the winner and it is their responsibility to ensure that
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arrive from the date of order. The prize is non-transferable and
there is no cash alternative. The prize will
not be awarded as a result of improper
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or otherwise. For full terms and conditions,
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Beauty
Discover everything you need to know about
bridal beauty, health and fitness
backstage glamour
Take a peek behind the scenes at The National
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Photography: theo cohen
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Give your fitness and nutrition regimes a
kick-start with our expert advice
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£5.99 for
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Bouffe at
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Cashmere, Rose
De Mai & Patchouli
Body Wash, £18,
Paul Edmonds
Colour Intense
Cream Lipstick in
Stiletto, £24, Delilah
Backstage
Beauty
Behind-the-scenes at the National Wedding Show has
inspired our pick of the best bridal buys this season
Fix’ Make-up
refreshing
mist, £22,
Clarins
Blush Pop
cream blush
in Girls Night
Out, £16, Ciaté
compiled by: Claire Ridley. Photography: Theo Cohen
Miss Dior hair
mist parfum, £34
for 30ml, Dior
Nail varnish in
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WEDDING beauty
Eye Line long wear
retractable pencil in
Twig, £20, Delilah
Amazing Grace
Body crème, £29,
Philosophy
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highlighter in
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£4.99,
Rimmel
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Touche Éclat
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£31.50, YSL
False Lashes
Extreme
Black mascara,
£19, Philip
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WEDDING beauty
Inspiring star style
When Amal Alamuddin became Mrs Clooney, we were envious about more than just
her arm candy. Beauty expert Alice Manning reveals how to recreate her make-up style
masterclass
Polished to perfection
While Amal’s signature look is classic and natural,
her glowing skin leaves her looking very polished.
Get the look at home with a radiance-boosting
foundation, blending it in with your fingers for a
seamless finish. If you have oily skin, dust a little loose
powder over your forehead, nose and chin. Cheat
a healthy flush of colour with a dusky pink blusher
applied to the centre of your cheeks, and play
match-maker with a coordinating creamy lip hue.
Eye catching
Amal’s brows are always perfectly groomed, ensuring
her eyes are framed beautifully. Fill in any sparse
areas on your own brows with a pencil that matches
your hair colour, then set in place with a tinted brow
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gel. For your big-day, a palette of grey, taupe and
nude will define your eyes, adding a subtle, elegant
finish. Complete the look with mascara for long,
glossy black lashes.
Your essentials
Brow Drama sculpting
mascara, £4.99, Maybelline
at Boots. This instantly
thickens and defines for
Cara-esque brows. Plus, it’s
less than a fiver!
Instant Light lip balm
perfector in Rose, £18,
Clarins. Balmy not sticky,
super-hydrating and the
prettiest pink, this ticks all
the boxes.
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Couture Variation
eyeshadow palette in Nu,
£49,Yves Saint Laurent.
The prettiest palette of
satin-soft eye colours.
Wear alone or get mixing.
All Day Luminous
Weightless Foundation,
£32, NARS. You can skip
the highlighter altogether
with this, as it leaves skin
so dewy.
Roller Lash mascara,
£19.50, Benefit. The makeup label’s latest mascara
doesn’t disappoint, it gives
mega-curl and gloss to
your lashes.
DiorBlush in Rose
Libertine, £30, Christian
Dior. Too pretty to use
– almost. Build colour
gradually; it’s always easier
to add than remove.
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Golden girl:
Margot Robbie
keeps her cut
cool by slicking
her fringe back
For the chop:
Work an edgy,
‘undone’ feel
just like Jessica
Alba and Rosie
HuntingtonWhiteley
CelebHair
Titanium
Expression
curling tongs, £50,
Babyliss Pro
Alice Manning on the
current A-list style favourites
A cut above
T
here’s a new cut on the block and
celebrities are getting their stylists
on speed-dial to get the look. Meet
the ‘lob’, also known as the long bob. The
bob’s friendlier sister, the style is flattering,
much less of a risk, and Jessica Alba, Kim
Kardashian, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and
Margot Robbie have all gone for the chop.
We asked the man behind Rosie’s cut, and
the ambassador for Redken and Pureology,
George Northwood (georgenorthwood.
com), how to make the style work for you:
1. Ask your hairdresser to cut your hair so it
sits just above your shoulders and just below
your collarbone at the front. Keep it choppy
for a young, feminine look with an edge.
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2. Care for your hair. Wash it with Pureology
Pure Volume shampoo (£14.85) and
conditioner (£18.85). This style looks even
better on day two; use Redken Pillow Proof
Two Day Extender dry shampoo (£13.45) to
refresh. Available at feelunique.com.
3. Rough-dry the hair and once completely
dry, tong random sections leaving the ends
out. Try Babyliss Pro Brilliance Cobalt Edition
hairdryer (£40) and its Titanium Expression
ceramic curling tong (£50).
4. Shake it out and finish with good styling
products. Spray Redken Quick Tease finishing
spray (£13.45) for extra body or pat Redken
Powder Grip hair powder (£11.85) through
the lengths and ends for a matt finish.
Pure Volume
shampoo, £14.85,
and conditioner,
£18.85, both
Pureology
Quick Tease
finishing spray,
£13.45, Pillow
Proof Two Day
Extender dry
shampoo, £13.45,
and Powder Grip
mattifying hair
powder, £11.85,
all Redken
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WEDDING beauty
The colour
changers
Celebrity colourists have clearly
been busy; Cara Delevingne has
gone brunette, Khloé Kardashian
has dyed her locks blonde, while
sister Kim has gone from dark to
mega-blonde and back again. In
case you’re thinking of doing the
same, we went to colour expert
Carmel Blackburn from John
Frieda to find out all you need to
know when changing your colour.
blonde to brunette
Celebrity icon: Cara Delevingne
“Add red pigment back into the
hair, then put the desired brunette
shade over the top. The colourist
might have to apply the brunette
shade twice to ensure a successful
finish. This will fade quickly so it will
have to be topped up.”
You need: John Frieda’s Full Repair
range, from £5.99.
'Eustatia'
bobby set,
£26 (for six),
Anthropologie
brunette to blonde
Celebrity icon: Khloé Kardashian
“First you need to strip the
brunette colour then bleach the
hair all over or with highlights.
This may take a few tries. For an
all-over bleach blonde, the hair will
probably have to be toned.”
You need: John Frieda’s Sheer
Blonde range, from £5.99.
brunette to blonde,
to brunette
Celebrity icon: Kim Kardashian
The dark colour might not take to
hair straight away, the process can
take up to one whole day, and the
result might be different to what
you were expecting. Trim the ends
of the hair if they are damaged and
apply intensive conditioners.
You need: John Frieda’s Full Repair
range, from £5.99.
To dye for: The Kardashians
and Cara all work new colour
(Above) Full
Repair shampoo,
£5.99, oil elixir,
£9.99, and deep
conditioner
mask, £6.29,
all John Frieda.
(Below) Meadow
Charms hair pins,
£24 (for four),
Anthropologie
&A
We quiz top colourist
Donald Black at
Neville Hair & Beauty
(nevillehairandbeauty.net)
about caring for the ever
popular ombré
How can brides care for their ombré at home?
I would suggest using a weekly treatment; I
love Philip Kingsley’s Elasticizer conditioning
mask. Try to avoid too much heat styling –
always keep the nozzle of your hairdryer a
safe distance away so it’s not directly on the
hair, and avoid washing your locks every day
as it will result in colour fade. Delay your next
wash by using dry shampoo.
Sheer Blonde
shampoo, £5.99,
conditioner,
£5.99, and deep
conditioner, £6.29,
all John Frieda
How can you avoid pesky yellow tones?
Always keep a purple shampoo for
emergencies. Try Tigi Catwalk Fashionista
violet shampoo, £12.15 at feelunique.com.
Any home remedies?
Coconut oil works as a quick-fix treatment.
Apply a little to the ends and leave it on
overnight. Shampoo twice thoroughly in the
morning for super-soft hair.
(Pictured above) White Hair Powder, £16,
Bumble and Bumble. Coconut oil, £9.99, Vita
Coco available at Tesco. Elasticizer preshampoo treatment, £29, Philip Kingsley. W
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Bridal body blitz
Want to shape up for your big day but have no idea where to start?
The hottest health and fitness experts are here to help
Anthony Mayatt of Breathe Fitness
(breathefitness.uk.com)
Breakfast club
Weight loss always starts with nutrition,
and it’s the small changes that make the
big difference. If you’re one to usually
skip breakfast, focus on eating a nutritious
breakfast every day for two weeks – you’ll
soon find this becomes a habit. Opt for
foods that are high in protein and fat
(yes, really!). Try new combinations, like
an omelette with salmon and spinach, or
rolled oats made with water or coconut
milk topped with a handful of berries
and chia seeds. Both of these recipes
will stabilise your blood sugar levels and
provide you with energy for longer. This will
also speed up your metabolism, so you can
increase the amount of calories you burn
throughout the day.
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In the balance
Working out a balanced diet may seem
like rocket science, but it’s not. As long as
you are including enough macronutrients
(protein, carbohydrates and fat) and
micronutrients (vitamins and minerals),
you really can’t go wrong. Foods such
as oily fish, nuts, avocado, coconut oil
and olive oil are great sources of fat, so
try to incorporate these into your diet,
while remembering to include protein in
every meal. Of course, eating clean can
be difficult to stick to, so having the odd
treat won’t hurt; sometimes we need to
give into our cravings to prevent us from
binging. It’s OK to reward yourself at the
end of a healthy week with a meal of your
choice – this won’t cancel out your efforts,
but it will satisfy any cravings.
Super snacks
Always carry a small serving of nuts with
you – try almonds or cashews – as these
contain healthy fats and are great to snack
on. For a healthy but tasty addition to your
breakfast, try a homemade, super green
smoothie with kale, lettuce, celery and
spinach, and sweeten with pineapple.
Budget-buster
Being healthy doesn’t have to break the
bank. Buy frozen food in bulk so it can be
stored, and prepare your meals and snacks
the night before to prevent you from
heading to the canteen for lunch – we’ve
all been there!
Little miss motivation
When you start feeling a difference
through eating more healthily, acknowledge
how great you feel and how much more
energy you have. This feeling should be the
motivation you take with you to continue
leading a healthier lifestyle long after you’ve
tied the knot. Follow Anthony on Twitter @
BreatheFitPT
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The nutritionist:
WEDDING beauty
The CELEBRITY TRAINER:
Alex DiPasquale (adpfitness.co.uk)
Getting started
You should aim to work out for up to
around five hours a week, with three hours
per week spent on weight resistance training
and two hours on cardiovascular work – try
power walking, jogging or cycling and a pilates
or yoga class. For beginners, start with 15-20
minutes of brisk walking 2-3 times a week,
and build this up in increments. The addition
of weight resistance training will burn fat, so
try to incorporate weights into your routines.
Exercise marks the spot
Run on the spot bringing your knees up high.
Do this for 20 seconds and then rest for 40
seconds; repeat this 20 times. To keep things
interesting, you can mix it up by alternating
the exercises and adding in burpees, star
jumps, press-ups and mountain climbers.
Do 20 seconds with a 40-second rest in
between each exercise, and repeat four
times. This will provide you with a quick, highintensity cardio workout if you can’t always
get to the gym.
First things first
During the lead up to my wedding, I became
vegetarian and increased my workouts. There
are plenty of high-intensity workouts that
you can do which target so many different
areas of the body. It’s not so much about
sitting on a machine anymore and doing leg
extensions, it’s more about functional training,
in terms of using sand bells, kettle bells and
TRX (a device you can suspend from your
door frame and perform multiple exercises
from). These pieces of equipment allow you
to use lots of muscles and, if you do them
in a circuit, I find they really do burn fat like
nothing else!
Get real
Look at what’s realistic for your time frame
and what you want to work on, then begin
scheduling in your workouts from there. Go
out every morning and do something, even
if it’s just a walk. I walk my dog every day. If
I have time, I’ll run 5km, or I’ll go for a bike
ride for an hour and a half, but I always enjoy
trying out new workouts – the key is to mix
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Budget-buster
At-home exercises are a great and
inexpensive way to get into shape, and
you can create your own program using
YouTube videos and various fitness articles.
You’ll only need to invest in small amounts
of equipment too, such as dumbbells and
medicine balls. High-intensity interval training,
or HIIT, is the quickest way to shape-up,
and can be done in your home at a time
that’s convenient for you. You could also find
someone you’re accountable to during your
training. This doesn’t mean you need to enlist
help from a professional trainer, instead
it up, it’s good to keep your body guessing.
Remember not to take on too much at once,
only do as much as you can, but try to make
it challenging.
you could ask a family member or friend.
Reporting back to someone weekly will stop
you from slacking off.
Get personal
If your budget allows, hire a personal trainer.
Whether it’s a physical trainer who trains
you in the gym or an online coach, it’s a great
way to keep you on track and monitor your
progress. Reporting to a trainer will keep you
motivated, so while you may feel tempted
to stay in on a rainy day, knowing that you
have to report to someone else about your
progress means you’re less likely to skive off.
The OLYMPIC BRIDE:
Victoria Pendleton
ON YOUR BIKE
Cycling and spinning target a lot of areas that
women really want to work on – namely the
waist and thighs. It’s also great for toning the
upper body without building size, as well as
burning fat and toning the glutes and quads.
Spinning classes are social and intense, and
anybody can get through it if they put their
mind to it. Yes, it’s hard, but it’s a great way
to workout with your friends – and it really
does work!
budget-buster
The more you mix up your routine, the
harder you work and the more you raise
your metabolic rate – which means the
closer you get to a body-confident you!
Circuit training is ideal for this. You can do
this inexpensively at home, too. Hold 1-3kg
dumbbells while doing four to six rounds of
10 lunges on each leg, followed by 20 squats.
Add in some cardio with 30 seconds of
skipping, followed by 30 seconds of running
on the spot, and finish with 15 tricep dips
(you can use any chair for this); rest for 30-60
seconds in-between each round.
Take control
When it comes to exercising, many people
see motivation as something they don’t
have control over, like it’s something magical
or mystical. I prefer to substitute the
word motivation with commitment. How
committed are you? How committed are you
feeling? Because commitment is definitely
not magical or mystical, and there is only one
person that has control over it – you!
Victoria Pendleton is an ambassador for Fitness
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WEDDING receptions
receptions
Discover the season’s hottest new trends to perfectly
complement your personal style
Bright and beautiful
Get ready for a colourful summer celebration
Flowers everywhere!
Tablecentres and bouquets to suit every theme
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Tutti Frutti
Brighten an informal garden reception with
bold blooms and tasty treats
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Styling: Simply Elegant Group and Splendid Supply Co
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Sweet enough to eat
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Words: lauren godfrey
Set statement flowers, in candy-coloured shades
of orange, pink and yellow, against a luscious green
backdrop to create a vibrant summer style. Ensure your
flora takes centre stage by displaying bright blooms,
and just a sprinkling of foliage, in white vases of varying
heights. A floral palette of ‘Coral Charm’ peonies, ‘Juliet’
David Austin roses, ‘Caraluna’ roses, garden roses,
gerberas, poppies, tulips, carnations, alstroemeria and
flowering foliage all deliver a feast of fragrance. Colourful
table runners and napkins soften the décor and tie
together the bright white furniture and bold blooms for
a reception-scape which is styled to perfection.
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For a touch of luxe, add metallic cutlery, gold-rimmed
crockery and glittering chair-backs as place settings.
Finish with ornate orange goblets and vibrant pink
refreshments. Fruity Cosmopolitans would suit this
theme perfectly! A gorgeous garden is the ideal
setting for a delicious dessert table. Decorate stands
with macarons in sugary-sweet shades, miniature
cupcakes and cute cake-pops. A simple yet elegant
two-tier wedding cake, adorned with gold ribbon and
a single heart cake topper, is perfect for any sweet
buffet. Create a statement backdrop by hanging
a curtain of confectionery-coloured tissue-paper
garlands from nearby trees.
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Contributors
Photography: Paper Antler
(paperantler.com)
Coordination: Simply Elegant
Group (thesimplyelegantgroup.com)
Styling and props: Maddy Hague
of Splendid Supply Co
(splendidsupply.com)
Flowers: Studio Fleurette
(studiofleurette.com)
Cake and desserts: Cocoa & Fig
(cocoaandfig.com)
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Simple
makes
Make a romantic statement with
these gorgeous decoration ideas
Ti:
Make your
hearts denser by
adding more
paper shapes.
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Ti:
This project can be
custom made to your needs
– experiment with size, colour
and fonts and have fun!
Paper heart garland
Floral love sign
1
Begin by using the punch to cut your
paper shapes. For each 3D hear t, punch
two shapes from the scrapbook paper and
two from an old book or vintage newspaper.
We chose to alternate between two
different colours of scrapbooking paper.
Fold each of the paper hear ts in half.
Glue the folded right half of a scrapbook
heart to the folded left side of a book hear t,
back to back, making sure the edges line up.
Repeat to add another of each hear t shape,
until four are glued together. Do not stick the
first and last hearts together yet.
Thread a length of white and gold twine down
the centre of the shape. Add a dab of glue,
then finally stick the first and last paper hearts
together to close it and make a four-sided, 3D
heart. Repeat the steps to make as many hearts
as you like, gluing them onto the twine, set
around 1.5 inches apart.
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Begin by spraying your letters with a
coat of primer paint, before adding two
coats of gold paint, followed by two coats
of gold glitter. Leave ample dr ying time
after each coat before continuing.
Cut an MDF board to size – ours was
45cm x 95cm. Next, cut a 1.5” square
wooden baton into 2” thick blocks – these
will be used to raise the letters above the
surface of the MDF for a 3D effect. Using a
hot glue gun, fix two blocks to the back of
each letter, then glue them into position on
the board, pressing hard for a firm stick.
Cut the blooms from a collection of faux
flowers and gradually stick them on to the
board, around and underneath the letters.
Again, push each down firmly and use ample
amounts of glue to ensure that they stick well.
Finally, attach two picture hangers to the back
of the MDF to allow it to be wall-mounted. W
Ingredients
12” x 12” scrapbooking
paper, Hobbycraft
Heart punch, £9.99,
Dovecraft
An old book or
newspaper
Hot glue gun
A ruler
White and gold twine
3
Ingredients
MDF wall letters in ‘Circus’
font £4.80 each, The
Wooden Letters Company
Spray primer
Gold spray paint
Gold glitter spray paint
MDF board, 1cm thick
saw
1.5” square wooden baton
Fake flowers, Dunelm Mill
Hot glue gun
Picture hanger
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Floral fever
Find inspiration for your bouquet and tablecentres in classic palettes of
white, peach, pink and purple
Tablecentre of ‘O’Hara’
roses, ‘Duchess de Nemo’
peonies, ‘Jeanie’ spray
roses, thlaspi, scabiosa
stellata, willow, ammi
visnaga and jasmine,
Paperwhite Flowers
Tablecentre of
‘Avalanche’ and ‘Norma
Jean’ roses, guelder rose,
ranunculus, astrantia,
waxflower, lilac, tulips
and spirea, Myrtle & Mint
Tablecentre of ‘Sweet Child Of Mine’ roses,
‘Dalmatian White’ foxgloves, ‘Paniculata’ hydrangeas,
snowberries, clematis seed heads, gomphrena,
rosa glauca, ammi visnaga, ‘Chocolate Peppermint’
pelargonium, eupatorium and chasmanthium,
Green & Gorgeous
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Vendela’ roses,
‘Snowflake’ spray
roses, ‘Schneeball’
hydrangeas,
‘Snowflake’ dahlias,
anemones and
senecio, Flower Times
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Tablecentre of ‘Avalanche’
roses, ‘Snowflake’ spray
roses, eucharis lilies,
paperwhites, limonium,
veronica, gaultheria shallon,
trachelium and eucalyptus,
Like’s Florist
Table grouping of
‘Singapore’ orchids,
peony, flowering privet
and freesias, Amanda
Austin Flowers
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Tablecentre of ‘Juliet’ David
Austin roses, ‘Jana’ spray roses,
astrantia, waxflower, genista,
jasmine and eucalyptus parvifolia,
Paperwhite Flowers
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Snowflake’ spray
roses, hydrangeas and
hypericum berries,
Tineke Floral Designs
Tablecentre of ‘Talea’ roses, ‘Juliet’
David Austin roses, ‘Bombastic’ and
‘Cream Gracia’ spray roses, hydrangeas,
waxflower, senecio and pittosporum,
Serendipity Floral Designs
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Miss Piggy’,
‘Peach Avalanche’
and garden roses,
tuberose, astilbe
and calla lilies,
Jamie Aston
Tablecentre of ‘Pearl Avalanche’ and David
Austin roses, ‘Avalanche’ spray roses,
hydrangeas, freesias, hypericum berries,
senecio, thlaspi, waxflower, antirrhinums and
eucalyptus foliage, Amie Bone Flowers
Place settings of ‘Avalanche’
roses, poppies, spray roses,
rosemary and thlaspi, Your
London Florist
Hand-tied bouquet of ‘Peach Avalanche’
roses, ‘Salmon’ calla lilies, senecio foliage,
eustoma, ceropegia, kalanchoe and
hypericum, Vera Wang at Interflora
Tablecentre of ‘Miss Piggy’ and ‘Vuvuzela’
roses, ‘Sonja’ sunflowers, ‘Monte Casino’
asters, carnations, ‘Panicum’ fountain grass,
thlaspi and wheat, Flowers by Suzanne
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Tablecentre of ‘Sweet Avalanche’
roses, king protea, astrantia,
hypericum berries, thistles,
veronica, waxflower and
eucalyptus, A Vintage Wedding
Hand-tied bouquet of ‘O’Hara’ and
‘Sweet Akito’ roses and hydrangeas,
Paul Thomas Flowers
Tablecentre of ‘Candy Avalanche’ roses, ‘Parrot’
tulips, anemones, ranunculus, waxflower,
hydrangeas and eucalyptus, Mary Jane Vaughan
Tablecentre of peonies, hydrangeas, Sweet
Williams and astrantia, Tineke Floral Design
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Sarah Bernhardt’
peonies, ‘Piano’
and ‘Piaget’ roses,
and phalaenopsis
orchids, Roni Floral
Design
Hand-tied bouquet of
‘Lady Bombastic’ and
‘Piano’ roses, anemones,
ranunculus, astilbe,
nerines, guelder rose,
viburnum berries, and
berried eucalyptus, Lucy
MacNicoll Flowers
Tablecentre of ‘Pom Pom’ dahlias,
‘Caraluna’ roses, ‘Dutch Magic Pom-Pom’
spray roses, peonies, lavender, rosemary,
blackberries, sanguisorba and scabiosa
stellata, Flowers by Kirsty
Tablecentre of ‘O’Hara’, ‘Sweet
Avalanche’, ‘King Arthur’, ‘Belle’ and
‘Talea’ roses, ‘Lydia’ spray roses,
tulips, hypericum, scabiosa stellata
and ‘Warrior’ fountain grass,
Waterbaby Flowers
Grouping of ‘Geraldine’
roses, lisianthus, clematis,
nigella pods, hydrangeas,
foxgloves and fountain grass,
Sansum Brown
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Tablecentre of ‘Memory Lane’
roses, hydrangeas, allium, lisianthus,
campanula, clematis and astrantia,
Pesh Flowers
Hand-tied bouquet of
‘Memory Lane’ roses,
ranunculus, clematis,
anemones, waxflower,
lilac and thlaspi green bell,
Myrtle & Mint
Hand-tied bouquet of ‘Armando’
roses, ‘Parrot’ tulips, clematis, lilac,
muscari, scabiosa, genista, viburnum and
eucalyptus foliage, The Rose Shed
Table grouping of ‘Ocean
Song’ roses, ‘St Minerva’
dianthus and scabiosa,
The Bloomery
Tablecentre of freesias, campanulas, phlox,
veronicas, muscari, paperwhites, syringa,
poppy seed heads, wheat, dried nigella,
dried lavender and hare’s-tail cottongrass,
Cotswold Blooms
Compiled by: Lauren Godfrey
Heart wreath of
‘Ocean Song’ and
‘Memory Lane’ roses,
limonium, waxflower,
eryngium and
pittosporum, Flowers
by Suzanne
Tablecentre of ‘Sweet
Avalanche’ roses, paperwhites,
limonium, lisianthus, alchemilla
mollis, scabiosa stellata,
ranunculus, anemones,
waxflower and eucalyptus,
The Wessex Flower Company
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Tablecentre of ‘Sweet
Avalanche’ roses,
hydrangeas, sedum
and viburnum berries,
Wildabout
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save
20%
at Caroline
Gardner
Personalised wedding stationery, from £86 (for 30
bespoke invitations and envelopes)
‘Ditsy’ notebook, £9.50
‘Ditsy’ ball-point pen, £10
‘Ditsy’ pocket
mirror and
pouch, £9
We’ve teamed up with the
leading stationery and gift
company to help you save
on your big-day essentials
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‘Ditsy’ luggage
tag, £7.50
‘Ditsy’ passport holder, £11
Thank-you
cards, £4.75
(pack of 10)
rom save-the-date cards to cute
compact mirrors for your bridesmaids,
Caroline Gardner is every bride’s go-to
for stationery and gifts. With a passion for
bold geometric designs and fabulous floral
prints, the designer’s products are perfect for
adding a quirky splash of colour to the big day.
Caroline Gardner also offers a wide range
of beautiful, personalised wedding stationery
online. Choose everything from the print to
the colour, the font and the wording, all at the
click of a button. We’re offering an exclusive
20% discount for every reader, so why not
spend that spare change on the floral print
photo album (pictured bottom right) which
we’ve fallen head over heels for!
Plus, we’re offering every bride-to-be 20%
off on all other Caroline Gardner branded
products in store at her two London flagship
boutiques. From scented candles to luggage
tags and passport covers, plus handbags and
silk scarves for the honeymoon – forget the
gift list and treat yourself! To view the full
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offer. Offer cannot be redeemed
against delivery charges. Contact
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Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa
The best choice of luxury hotels on the island
As the first hotel company in
Mauritius, Beachcomber Hotels had
the first pick of the most stunning
locations and the best of the
beaches when choosing to place
its hotels. We now have a choice of
eight individual and exceptional
hotels on the island, all located
right on the beach.
We’ve got everything from
indulgent luxury to superb all
inclusive options. For honeymooners
all of our resorts offer a range of
superb honeymoon discounts and
treats for you when you arrive.
And if you are looking to get
married abroad all of our hotels
guarantee just one wedding a day.
Fly Air Mauritius and arrive on
holiday relaxed and refreshed. Enjoy
the friendly, welcoming on-board
Mauritian hospitality, take
advantage of the excellent in-flight
facilities and for a treat upgrade to
the superb Business Class and settle
in to your own spacious lie-flat
cocoon seat.
For the very best Mauritius Weddings and Honeymoons
call Beachcomber on 01483 445 638
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Honeymoons
photography: the Bequia Beach Hotel
Pack your bags for the trip of a lifetime
caribbean dream
Explore the exotic islands of Bequia
and Barbados
eastern promise
Head for the Indian Ocean to sample
the delights of bountiful Bali
assic
Cl
LU XE
Totally
Tropical
Double the fun with a twin-centre honeymoon in
the blissful Caribbean islands of Bequia and Barbados
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Left and centre: The
Bequia Beach Hotel
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Words: Siobhan Grogan. Photography:visit barbados (visitbarbados.org)
educed by the idea of endless white
beaches and the lazy tropical days
promised by the Caribbean, but
unsure which island is best suited to the
honeymoon of a lifetime? A twin-centre
holiday should give you the perfect taste of
island life and a real feel for the very different
charms offered by each idyllic destination.
FIRST STOP: UNSPOILT BEQUIA
From the moment you glide into Bequia on
a small connecting flight from Barbados, you
know you have arrived somewhere very
special indeed. Just seven square miles small
and with only 5,000 welcoming inhabitants,
the luscious green island will take you back
in time to experience the real Caribbean
before the huge hotel chains and big name
airlines moved in.
Tucked away on half a mile of pristine sand
in Friendship Bay, Bequia Beach Hotel is
a luxurious five-star boutique resort well
worth the long-haul flight. Its relaxed and
friendly vibe will make you feel at home
in seconds. The elegant beachfront suites
feature mahogany four-poster beds, ’50s
artwork and raffia armchairs which overlook
the picture-perfect sea and neighbouring
island of Mustique. The hotel itself offers free
watersports, a spa, spectacular snorkelling
and a pool where you can snooze under
palm trees with a rum punch as the waves
crash just metres away. When hunger strikes
from all the hard work, throw on a kaftan
and head to the hotel’s beachfront rum shack
and Bagatelle Restaurant for the freshest fish,
melt-in-the-mouth jerk chicken and waiters
so friendly you will know them all by name
within a day of arriving. They can also arrange
a candlelit dinner for two on the beach when
you want some alone time.
With such laidback tranquillity mere steps
from your room it’s tempting never to leave
the hotel, but the authentic charm of this
unique and virtually undiscovered island is
not to be missed. Take a taxi tour to get your
bearings, go hiking through the rainforest
or ask the hotel to deliver a gourmet picnic
lunch to one of Bequia’s many beaches.
Coral Reef Club,
Barbados
Spring Beach is a favourite with the locals
while the deserted Princess Margaret Beach
is jaw-dropping in its beauty. For adventures
further afield, try a day trip by boat to
bustling St Vincent or Kate and Wills’ favourite
holiday spot, the exclusive Mustique.
Port Elizabeth is the must-visit spot in Bequia
itself. The island’s only town, it consists
chiefly of one rickety street that hugs the
waterfront and overlooks the small harbour
where the sound of conch shells blown like
horns announces the arrival of freshly caught
fish. Stroll around the tiny painted shops or
grab a homemade coconut ice cream from
Marianne’s Ice Cream parlour. After dark,
people-watch on the heart-shaped wooden
bench at The Frangipani bar to the sound
of live reggae drifting over the water before
tucking into a world-famous lobster pizza at
Mac’s Pizzeria. When it’s time to call it a night,
just stroll to the harbour’s large almond tree
to hail another truck taxi to the hotel.
SECOND STOP: GLAMOROUS
BARBADOS
By the time you reluctantly leave Bequia, the
real world will feel like a distant memory.
Have no fear, with its party atmosphere, duty
free shopping and bustling beaches, Barbados
will ease you gently back to reality in serious
style. This is the Caribbean at its most
extravagant, the playground of the rich and
famous and home to some of the swankiest
hotels on the planet. The family-owned Coral
Reef Club is one of the best, complete with
black-tie waiters, an exquisite spa and fine
dining, it still feels remarkably intimate and
relaxed with guests even invited to a cocktail
party at the owner’s on-site house during
their stay. For a honeymoon with major wow
factor, follow in the footsteps of Robbie
Williams, Zoe Ball and Lewis Hamilton and
splash out on a Luxurious Plantation Suite. A
stay here comes complete with dressing area,
gigantic bathroom, separate living room and a
huge terrace boasting a well-stocked bar and
plunge pool for a quick dip.
If you can drag yourself away from the
room, the island’s capital Bridgetown is the
place to stock up on bargain duty free –
just don’t forget your passport and flight
details. The pastel-coloured Pelican Craft
Centre is a haven for local crafts, souvenirs
and handmade jewellery. For a glimpse of
the island’s colourful history, call in to St
Nicholas Abbey to tour a perfectly preserved
plantation and still-active distillery, enjoy
views from Cherry Tree Hill and sample its
special aged rum.
A trip out on luxury catamaran Seaduced
will become the highlight of your trip to
Barbados though. With an on-board bar
and chef, this is your chance to make like an
A-lister as you zip through clear turquoise
waters stopping only to swim alongside
colourful fish and giant turtles.
After dark, the island truly comes alive
and you’ll be spoilt for choice with buzzing
bars, live music and romantic restaurants
perched on the water’s edge. Join the locals
at the legendary fish fry party on Friday
nights at Oistins or try the sumptuous Tides
Restaurant for a dessert menu you will never
forget. We’re talking delicacies including
caramelised banana tart, Mars Bar and Oreo
cheesecake and a divine sticky toffee pudding.
On Monday nights, the Coral Reef Club’s
own Bajan Buffet is the place to be to get a
real taste of Barbados from grilled flying fish
to Caribbean pepperpot stew. W
BOOK IT!
Stay in a one-bedroom cottage at the
Bequia Beach Hotel (+1784 458 1600,
bequiabeach.com) from £192 per
night, based on two sharing on a bed
and breakfast basis. All relevant taxes
included. A Garden Room at the Coral
Reef Club, Barbados (+1 246 422 2372,
coralreefbarbados.com), starts from £555
per night, based on two sharing on a bed
and breakfast basis. All rates inclusive of
service and taxes.
British Airways flies daily from London
Gatwick to Barbados. Prices from £495
return including taxes and fees. Call 0844
493 0787 or visit ba.com.
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Turkish
delight
Head to Bodrum for a bewitching blend
of ancient history and modern luxe
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ith its indigo waters, fragrant
pines and chirrup of cicadas, the
Bodrum Peninsula has evolved
into one of the Mediterranean’s most
enticing destinations. Jutting 27 miles into the
Aegean from a corner of southwest Turkey,
the area incorporates the ruins of ancient
cities, craggy coves and sleepy fishing villages,
alongside sophisticated resorts, superyachtfilled marinas and designer boutiques.
On the southern lip of the peninsula,
Bodrum is a beguiling blend of ancient and
modern. It’s one of Turkey’s most popular
seaside destinations, yet it’s been thoughtfully
preserved and is steeped in history, with
remarkable sites left behind by the Romans,
Byzantines and Ottomans. It was once
known as Halicarnassus, part of the Persian
Empire and a stopping-off point for Antony
and Cleopatra as they travelled to and
from Egypt. All that remains of the Great
Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the
original seven wonders of the ancient world,
is a picturesque jumble of stones and broken
columns, although many of the stones were
used in the 15th century to build the castle
of St. Peter. Today it overlooks sugar-cube
buildings which tumble down to harbours
lined with sleek yachts and wooden gulets.
Behind the harbour, the narrow streets
of the Old City are packed with a mix of
tempting shops stocking everything from
leather goods and woven rugs to colourful
ceramics and morsels of Turkish delight. In
the evening, the melodious call-to-prayer
competes with music from its many bars.
Buzzing romance
On the peninsula’s west coast is the quaint
village of Gümü lük. A pebble’s throw from
the shore is Tavsan Adasi, otherwise known
as Rabbit Island, which is close enough to
wade to at low tide. You can also don a
snorkel and glimpse the remains of the
ancient city of Myndos, which now lies
submerged in the lagoon. Later, head to
one of the restaurants that line the quay,
which range from lively spots to candle-lit
hideaways where you can dine on justcaught fish and grilled octopus with your
feet in the sand. If the Bodrum Peninsula
has been dubbed the ‘Côte d’Azur of
Turkey’, then Göltürkbükü is its St. Tropez.
This former fishing village is now an Ibizastyle magnet for international jet-setters,
who often arrive by helicopter. All the
action takes place around its crescentshaped bay that’s fringed by wooden jetties,
and winds around its waterside boutiques,
restaurants and nightclubs. To the south, the
crowd is more local, and families stroll until
late in the evening, stopping to snack on
grilled corn, roasted mussels and ice-cream.
Idyllic retreat
Cascading down a hillside on its northern
shore, the Mandarin Oriental is a luxurious
hideaway spread across 15,000 acres.
Surrounded by pine trees and ancient olive
groves, it has been designed to blend into
the surroundings, with low-slung buildings
covered in grey stone, gardens filled
with Mediterranean shrubs and not one,
but two idyllic beaches. The 109 rooms
and suites are cool and contemporary,
decorated in neutral tones and natural
textures, with wooden floors and floor-toceiling windows. Beds come with leather
headboards and fine white linens, and the
bathrooms have heated marble floors,
powerful rain showers and made-forsharing tubs. Each room has its own deck,
terrace or balcony – some even have
private gardens and infinity pools – while in
sea-view rooms, you can gaze out over the
ever-changing blues of the Aegean.
Pamper yourself at the spa which is
spread over three levels – it’s a destination
in its own right – and if you’d like your
treatments al fresco there are two seafacing cabanas. But don’t miss the hamman,
a domed-ceiling haven where you can
experience the centuries-old ritual of a
Turkish bath. You’ll emerge with baby-soft
skin, feeling utterly relaxed... W
Book it: Rooms from £298 per
night on a bed and breakfast basis. Visit
mandarinoriental.com/bodrum. British
Airways flies from London Gatwick to
Bodrum from £89 each way, visit ba.com.
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ach &
be
C U LT U R E
Bali & me
Delve into an island honeymoon
with a difference
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ead to a little-known corner of southwest Bali to discover untouched beaches
and a land quilted with verdant rice
paddies, while sunsets paint the sky rose pink.
Tabanan is the rice-rich region of Bali and
offers a contrast of charms, from jet-black
sand beaches to majestic mountains that
vanish up into the mist. Here, the locals greet
you with friendly smiles and you won’t find a
tourist in sight.
On an island interlaced with culture, history
and religion, spend a fascinating day on the
All About Rice tour, which will help you
delve deeper into the culture. Learn about
the floral offerings placed outside homes
and shops as a gesture to the spirits, while
on a visit to the Subak Museum you will
discover how the cultivation of rice has
changed over the years and peer inside the
lives of the locals via a model of a Balinese
house compound. On a visit to the home of
a local family you will learn how to craft an
PARADISE FOUND
Boasting luxury, solitude and style, Alila Villas
Soori were made with newlyweds in mind.
Surrounded by rice fields and volcanic sand,
the resort is a haven to recharge after your
nuptials. Sleek and stylish, the hotel is ideal
for lovers of contemporary design, with a
beautiful reading room and a lounge for predinner cocktails as you watch the spectacular
sunset. Check in to an Ocean Pool Villa for
incredible views, a bath tub for two, outdoor
shower and your own private plunge pool.
Just in case all the lounging is too strenuous,
head for a treatment at the Spa Alila which
develops its own products using natural
ingredients. The Soakology foot massage
is perfect after a day of exploring, and is
designed to revive your feet using local sea
salt with essential oils and herbs. The Volcanic
body scrub uses detoxifying black sand from
the beach blended with nutritious rice milk
as an exfoliator to make your skin glow.
Finish your spa journey with an Awakening
facial massage, which rejuvenates skin using
rose and lemon oils.
Meanwhile, dining at Alila Villas Soori is as
decadent as it gets. Executive chef Fernando
Trump has brought his creative style from
Argentina to the tables of restaurants
Cotta and Ombak, whether you fancy the
freshest raw food, Indonesian specialities, or
European fusion. It’s also possible to arrange
excursions through the resort – from horse
rides on the beach to tours discovering
Tabanan’s culinary delights. And for couples
who like to get out and about alone, bicycles
and segways are also available to guests. W
BOOK IT: Ocean Pool Villas start from
£568 (plus taxes) per night, based on two
sharing. Visit alilavillassoori.com. Return flights
from London Heathrow to Bali via Kuala
Lumpur from £824 with Malaysia Airlines
(malaysiaairlines.com). All About Rice costs
£75 per person. Spa treatments are part of
a five-day Relaxology package priced £201
(plus taxes and service charge) per person.
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intricate religious offering using leaves, rice
and flowers, while the tour also takes in a
local school where the pupils will treat you
to a choral performance. From riding cattle
to getting your hands dirty as you plant new
seeds, a visit to Taman Buwana Farm offers
an enjoyable day outside your honeymoon
bubble, and includes a walk through the
forest of papaya and mango trees, ending
with a refreshing drink of coconut water
fresh from the source.
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Indulge your adventurous side in
Reykjavik
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T
hey say good things come in small
packages and that is certainly true of
the Icelandic capital. It may not leap out
as an obvious destination for a city break but
Reykjavik could rival Rome and Paris, and even
give Marrakech a run for its money.
Situated on a dramatic mountainous peninsular,
Reykjavik – meaning ‘Smokey Bay’ – earned
its name from Norwegian explorer Ingólfur
Arnarson in the 9th century on account of the
string geothermal activity in the area. Quite a
bit has changed since those early days.
Among the colourful old houses are galleries
galore (don’t miss the bold collection of
Erró works at the Reykjavik Art Museum),
sophisticated hotels and restaurants to enjoy
long and cosy meals. The most stylish place to
stay is the 101 Hotel, a trendy Nordic property
with Asian touches, located in the heart of
the city and close to the best shopping and
dining spots. Shop till you drop at the fashion
boutiques and quirky music stores along
Skólavörðustígur before dinner at Prir Frakkar,
a small family-run restaurant serving traditional
Icelandic grub based on age-old recipes.
Smoked puffin, anyone?
Chic escape: Fall in love
with the cosmopolitan
styling of Hotel Ion
Later, enjoy a nightcap of Brennivín (a cuminflavoured tipple made from fermented potato
that locals love) at Björk’s favourite bar, Boston.
Iceland’s most famous singer is even known to
pop in and start a spontaneous singsong every
now and then.
The city itself may be cosmopolitan and
compact but the landscapes beyond are
anything but: the sweeping vistas of lakes,
glaciers and mountains which sit under
epic skies have featured as the backdrop
to countless Hollywood movies. Spend an
adventurous day touring the natural wonders
just outside the city. Get up close to the famous
spouting geyser, experience the thunderous
roar of Gullfoss waterfall and wallow in the
steaming thermal waters of the Blue Lagoon.
Visit at night for a more intimate and crowdfree experience.
Those seeking a rugged sense of romance
should check into the remote Hotel Ion, a chic
property perched on stilts in the middle of a
mountainous landscape. The outdoor pool –
warmer than a bath and overlooking endless
lava fields – is the perfect spot to sit back and
watch the Northern Lights dance across the
wintry night skies.
BOOK IT: Room packages at the 101 Hotel
(101hotel.is) start from £172 per night.
Rooms at Ion Luxury Adventure Hotel
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The Knightsbridge, London
Just around a corner off the bustling Brompton Road,
you'll discover the Knightsbridge Hotel in a quiet, leafy
side street. Step inside the townhouse building and you'll
be greeted with the warmest of welcomes, and a very
eclectic, English interior. The library is filled with vintage
books and a collection of modern British art, while the
drawing room is decorated with even quirkier art pieces
and contemporary furnishings – help yourself to a book
and cosy up in front of the fireplace. The décor follows
suit in every one of the light, bright Kit Kemp-designed
bedrooms; book a Junior Suite and fall in love with the
statement fireplace and luxury granite bathroom. But
the star of the show? A king-size bed you’ll want to
sink deep into, loaded with powder-soft pillows. If you
can manage to drag yourself out in the morning, enjoy
breakfast either downstairs or in the comfort of your
room, before heading out to explore the best shopping
London has to offer. With Harrods, Harvey Nics and a
whole host of other designer stores just a minute’s walk
away, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Rooms from £180 per
night. 020 7584 6300, firmdalehotels.com.
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The Chapter House,
Salisbury
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These hotels will make your
first night of married life
one to remember
From the original stonework of the exterior
to the ancient wooden panelling and beams
inside, much of The Chapter House helps
build a picture of its 800-year-old history. A stone from the original
Salisbury Cathedral is set in what is now the restaurant, while King
Charles l once stayed in room six – which is now the honeymoon
suite. The listed Tudor building has been beautifully renovated over
the years, and the restaurant – which serves excellent flame-grilled
steaks and fresh fish – features wooden floors, mullion windows, and
glowing lights that are perfectly in keeping with the ambience of the
place. There’s not an ounce of chintz though, and instead the feel
is warm and cosy, while the modern luxuries like rainfall showers,
goose-down duvets and Egyptian cotton linen perfectly complement
the original features. Super-fluffy towels, cooing doves outside the
window, and tea and coffee making facilities in the rooms are all
also welcome additions! A stay in Salisbury wouldn’t be complete
without exploring the nooks and crannies of this medieval city look out for assorted cafes, pubs and restaurants that are housed
in original Tudor buildings, and of course save some time for a look
around the famous cathedral. It’s located just across the road from
The Chapter House, and houses the best-preserved copy of the
Magna Carta, which has its 800th anniversary this year and is set to
inspire all sorts of commemorative celebrations. Rooms from £75.
01722 412028, thechapterhouseuk.com.
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Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa, West Sussex
It could be the toy town-inspired medieval outbuildings that are
dotted around the grounds, the flagstone floors and narrow
passageways, which lead the way to your suite, or the smiling
welcome you get on arrival – but there is something utterly
charming about Bailiffscourt Hotel. Inside, it couldn’t be cosier: with
original fireplaces, Gothic windows and heavy wooden doors, the
rooms are filled with antiques and tapestries, while fresh flower
displays adorn every table and windowsill. For the ultimate in minimoon luxury, hole yourselves up in the Baylies suite for the weekend.
Complete with four-poster bed, a working wood-burning fireplace
and not one, but two roll-top baths placed side-by-side, this room
was made for romance. Set in a quaint village location, the hotel
is just a 10-minute walk to Climping Beach (we managed a stroll
before breakfast), and it’s also the perfect base for exploring the
surrounding towns. Historic Arundel is just a 15-minute drive away,
while bustling Brighton is just 45 minutes. Once you’ve had your fill
of fish and chips, retire back and head to the spa, set in a contrasting
light and airy converted barn. Enjoy a pampering treatment, snooze
in the relaxation room or splash around in the indoor and outdoor
pools and steaming hot tub, while looking out into the gorgeous
grounds beyond. However long you stay, make sure you spend
at least one night dining in the elegant Tapestry Restaurant – for
carnivores, the chateaubriand is everything. Rooms from £229 per
night, including breakfast. 01903 723511, hshotels.co.uk.
Words: Danielle Wilkins, Marcia Moody and Emma Vince
Hotel Indigo, Birmingham
For the utmost in urban-cool, look no further than Hotel
Indigo. Just a short walk from Birmingham New Street station,
the hotel’s central location provides easy access to the city's
shopping and entertainment districts. Housed in the lofty top
two floors, the bright interiors match the quirky architecture
of the iconic Cube building. Everything about Hotel Indigo
is a breath of fresh air: our room, in shades of zesty lime,
was clean-cut and contemporary, and kitted out with all the
latest mod-cons. One angled wall is entirely glass, leading to a
spacious private balcony with views stretching out across the
city: the perfect setting for sharing a bottle of bubbly as the
sun goes down. Come evening, you won't even need to leave
the building for a fine dining experience. Take the elevator
up one floor to the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse for a
romantic meal for two. Situated at the top of the building, the
restaurant is surrounded by a glittering cityscape, so expect a
dining experience with a view. The atmosphere is comfortable
and unpretentious, the food excellent, and the wine list
extensive. Afterwards, head to the adjoining bar to enjoy a
cocktail or two set to a backdrop of live music. Rooms from
£99. 01216 432010, hotelindigobirmingham.co.uk.
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Congratulations on
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National Wedding Show.
Check out our month-by-month
checklist for you to
tear out and keep, plus guides
to choosing your ceremony,
organising the running order
of your day, and even the
best places to jet off for your
honeymoon outside of the UK.
Enjoy!
Buy your tickets to The National Wedding Show this autumn
Just engaged and dreaming of your perfect
day, but overwhelmed by how much
there is to organise? Perhaps you have just
months to go but the finishing touches
are still on your to-do list. Fear not, The
National Wedding Show has more than
300 experts on hand, specialising in
everything from couture dresses to cars,
honeymoons and photography, so you
can try, buy, book and hire everything you
need in one day, under one roof.
The Catwalk Show
Whether timeless, art deco, red carpetinspired or city chic; the famous Catwalk
showcases trends to inspire every bridal
style. And it’s not just about the bride! There is also on hand to offer tips and advice, from gift-list
a selection of bridesmaid dresses, groomswear and gurus, wedding planners and photographers,
mother of the bride outfits.
to stationers, florists and cake designers. It’s
the perfect opportunity to meet all your
The Bridal Boutique & Designer Areas wedding suppliers face-to-face and pick their
The National Wedding Show hosts the UK’s largest brains for planning advice.
collection of wedding gowns, with something for
every shape, budget and style. Try on and buy
The Designer Flower Market
dresses from the likes of Suzanne Neville, Jenny
Whether you’re looking for the perfect colour
Packham, Justin Alexander, David Fielden, Ronald
theme for your blooms or a breathtaking
Joyce, Mori Lee, Benjamin Roberts, Qiana, Hazaar
centrepiece, The Designer Flower Market
of London, Enzoani, Ivory & Co, Timeless Couture brings together the very best in floristry.
and Berketex.
Discover a plethora of colours, flower
varieties and fragrances, together with advice
Expert Advice
and demonstrations from a whole host of top
All the experts from the wedding industry will be
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Checklist
Do it now..
Tell friends and relatives you’re
engaged.
Decide on your wedding date.
Choose what type of ceremony you
want, and the number of people you want
to invite.
Visit potential venues and check
availability.
Set your budget and decide who’s
paying for what.
Organise your wedding insurance.
Open a dedicated wedding savings
account.
Choose your best man, ushers and
bridesmaids.
Book your tickets to The National
Wedding Show.
6–12 months to go
Book your reception venue.
Check your date with your minister/
priest/rabbi or book the register office.
Make a first draft of your guest list.
Send out save-the-date cards.
Start a wedding scrapbook filled with
ideas torn out from the pages of Wedding
and Wedding Flowers & Accessories.
Hire a wedding co-ordinator, if needed.
Look at sample menus and book your
chosen caterer.
Book your photographer and
videographer.
Book your wedding cars.
Order your invitations and
other stationery.
Start looking for your cake maker.
Make appointments to try on dresses.
Choose your florist and discuss ideas.
Book your reception entertainment.
Begin a health and beauty regime.
4–6 months to go
If your wedding isn’t in a Church of
England, give notice of the marriage to the
superintendent registrar at your local register
office.
Prompt your groom to start looking for
suits for himself, his best man and the ushers.
Order your wedding cake.
Set up your wedding gift list.
Choose and buy your wedding rings.
Choose or start making your wedding
day favours.
Book accommodation for any guests
who need it.
Reserve any rental equipment such as
chair covers.
Arrange a menu tasting with a caterer.
Have your first dress fitting with lingerie
and shoes.
Choose your bridesmaid dresses.
Find and book your hairdresser and
make-up artist.
Plan and book your honeymoon.
2–4 months to go
Select any readings and music, and
confirm your choices with your minister/
registrar.
Send out your invitations, together with
details of your gift list and any other essential
information.
Confirm your booking if you’re marrying
in a register office.
Finalise your honeymoon plans, ensuring
you have any necessary visas, inoculations
and travel insurance.
Have order-of-service sheets printed.
Write your personalised wedding vows,
if necessary.
Buy a guestbook.
Try out various hair and make-up looks.
Plan your hen and stag parties.
Book your first-night hotel.
Contact local or national newspapers
if you want to publish your wedding
announcement.
1–2 months to go
Chase all unanswered invitations.
Draw up a final guest list.
Finalise your seating plan.
Give the final number of guests to your
caterer.
Buy your marriage licence from the
registrar.
Have your final dress fitting and confirm
the collection date.
Choose gifts for your wedding party.
Book your final hair appointment.
Finalise transport.
As people start to buy presents from
your gift list, make a start on your thank-you
notes.
Give your fiancé, father and best man
a gentle nudge to start working on their
speeches.
Find out where your guests are staying
if you plan to deliver gifts or welcome notes
to their rooms.
Hold your hen and stag parties.
2 weeks to go
Hold a wedding rehearsal with all key
members of the wedding party.
Write out your placecards or send
them to be printed.
Type up a list of must-take shots for
your photographer.
Confirm timings with all your key
wedding suppliers, including photographer,
florist, cake maker and band/DJ.
Plan your honeymoon wardrobe.
Remind your fiancé to have a haircut.
1 week to go
Have a final hair and make-up practice.
Arrange for the cake to be delivered to
your reception venue.
Reconfirm final numbers with your
caterer.
Double-check your outfit and
accessories.
Make sure the best man has arranged
for the hired outfits to be returned on time
after the wedding.
Wear in your wedding shoes around
the house.
The day before
Help to decorate the venue, if
necessary.
Have a manicure and pedicure.
Have your honeymoon luggage sent to
your first-night hotel.
Eat a light meal, take a bath with lots
of bubbles, have an early night – and try to
relax.
Where to wed
All you need to know, from logistics to legalities,
wherever you’re planning on tying the knot
Religious
Church of England
Until recently, the law restricted couples who
wanted a religious ceremony only to marry in
their parish church. Now it’s more flexible and
you can choose any church outside your parish
that you, your parents or grandparents have a
connection with (for example, if your parents
married there or if you were christened there).
Useful contact: Church of England
(020 7898 1000, www.cofe.anglican.org)
Church of Scotland
A Church of Scotland ceremony can be in
any place, provided your minister agrees
to it, and may be solemnised by a minister,
clergyman, pastor or priest. You don’t need to
be a resident of Scotland, but you will need to
contact the local register office no later than 15
days before your intended wedding date.
Useful contact: Church of Scotland (0131 225
5722, www.churchofscotland.org.uk)
Roman Catholic
You and your groom must both be free
to marry, and one of you must have been
baptised Catholic to wed in a Catholic
church. You’ll also need to visit your local
superintendent registrar at your local town
hall or council office to give notice of your
intention to marry and obtain your licence.
Useful contact: Marriage Care – Catholic
(020 7371 1341, www.marriagecare.org.uk)
Jewish weddings
A Jewish wedding fulfils a religious and civil
purpose, but you’ll need two applications – one
for your local register office and one for the
Abroad
religious authority under which the ceremony
will take place.
Ceremonies can take place in a synagogue or
licensed venue, but it’s worth noting that Jewish
weddings cannot take place on a Saturday.
Useful contacts: Jewish Marriage Counci
(020 8203 6311, www.jmc-uk.org). Visit
www.weddingguideuk.com for in-depth details
about the legalities.
Civil
Register office
To be able to legally marry in a register office,
you and your fiancé must both give notice in
person to the superintendent registrar at your
local town hall or council office, who will issue
you with a certificate of common notice. You
should then make a booking with the register
office to get the date you want – weddings can
be booked no less than 17 days and no more
than 12 months in advance.
Overseas weddings
Weddings abroad are legal as
long as they don’t contravene
UK laws – for example, underage
rules and being free to marry.
Always contact the country’s
embassy for advice to ensure you
have the right documents, and
when you will need to provide
them. Many countries require
a minimum residency period of
between one and seven days
before you can marry. Marriages
in some countries can involve lots
of red tape, so it’s often easier to
have a civil ceremony in the UK
and then a blessing abroad.
Useful contact: Foreign &
Commonwealth Office
(020 7008 1500,
www.fco.org.uk)
Approved buildings
Civil ceremonies can take place at any venue
that has been approved for the purpose. The
premises must be regularly open to members
of the public, so private homes are unlikely
to be approved. Likewise, approval will not
be given for open-air venues, unless it’s a
permanently built structure. You can search for
an approved venue at www.gro.gov.uk. You
will need to give notice of your intention to
marry to your local superintendent registrar,
and contact the local register office closest to
your venue to book a registrar to conduct the
ceremony.
Useful contacts: General Register Office
(0151 471 4814, www.gro.gov.uk); General
Register Office for Scotland
(0131 334 0380, www.gro-scotland.gov.uk)
The legal bit
• You and your fiancé must both be at
least 16 years old (in England and Wales, if
either of you is aged below 18, you’ll need
permission from your parents or guardian).
• You must both be eligible to marry (and
not already married!).
• You can’t be related, although relativesin-law can sometimes marry. Contact the
Citizen’s Advice Bureau for details. See
below for contact information.
• The marriage must take place in legally
approved premises.
• The marriage must take place in front of
an authorised person.
• Ceremonies can now take place at any
time of the day.
• Two witnesses must be present at all
times during the ceremony.
• If it is your second marriage, you will need
to provide documentary evidence that your
previous marriage has legally ended. For
example, if you are divorced, you will have
to show your decree absolute certificate
when you give notice of your marriage.
USEFUL CONTACTS: Visit www.adviceguide.org.uk or www.citizensadvice.org.uk for further details.
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What to ask
Make sure your wedding suppliers are the right
ones for you with these key questions
Your venue
Is it available on your chosen date?
Will it accommodate all your guests?
Is it close to your ceremony venue?
Is the price within your budget?
Does it have in-house caterers with
menus you like the look of?
Will there be other weddings taking
place on the same day?
Can you move furniture or pictures?
Is there accommodation for guests,
and will they be offered a discount?
Are you able to have a marquee/
band/candles/fireworks?
If you want, can you have a late bar?
Does the quoted price include
VAT and service charge?
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Your dressmaker/boutique
Is there a fee to try on dresses?
Will others be trying on dresses at
the same time as you?
How long is your appointment?
Is there a maximum number of
dresses you can try on?
Is there a limit to how many people
you can bring with you?
How long should you allow to have
your dress made?
How much do alterations cost?
How many fittings will you have?
What do you need to bring with you,
for example, shoes, lingerie etc?
Are coordinating accessories available?
Will you be required to pay a deposit,
and when should you pay the balance?
Will you need to collect your dress
when it’s ready, or can it be delivered?
Your photographer
Can you view their previous work?
Do they use film or a digital camera?
Is their style of photography informal
reportage, or traditional and posed?
How many pictures will they take?
Who will own the copyright of the
pictures once they have been taken?
How long will the photographer stay?
Will they visit the venue beforehand?
When will you receive your pictures?
How do their fees work?
Will they set up an online gallery?
Your florist
Can you see examples of their work?
How many other weddings is the
florist doing on the same day as yours?
Will the florist you’ve consulted be
the actual person doing your flowers?
Can they suggest ways to help you
keep within budget?
Is there a maximum distance they will
travel to dress your venue?
When will you pay them, and how?
Do they charge for breakages?
How long do they need to set up?
Your cake maker
Can you see examples of their work?
Can you choose from a selection of
different cake fillings?
Is it possible to sample their cakes?
Can you have mixed-flavour layers?
When will you pay, and how?
Will they come to your venue to
assemble the cake on the day?
Your caterer
Can menus be mixed and matched?
Can they alter menus to fit your budget?
Do they offer a menu-tasting service?
Do you have to pay for a tasting?
What does their service include? Do
they provide waiting staff?
Do they provide alcohol, or could
you get it cheaper elsewhere?
If you do provide your own wine, will
the corkage costs offset your savings?
Your entertainment
Does your DJ have a versatile play list?
Does your band play recorded music
between sets?
Can your band provide a demo CD?
Do they need a meal on the day?
Do they need a room to get changed
in before they perform?
How long do they need to set up?
All this and more at The National Wedding Show
Top 10 Tips
The Top 10 Tips in the Wedding Theatre
will arm you with all the hair, beauty
and style advice you need for your big
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complexion perfection with mineral
make-up brand bareMinerals to choosing
the best dress for your body shape,
the Top 10 Tips will provide you with
everything you need to know about
big-day beauty and style. See the show
website for a full timetable.
Honeymoon hideaways
For destination weddings and
honeymoons there will be experts on
hand to help you plan. From winter weddings
in Lapland to island hideaways, you’re sure
to find paradise with Sandals, Thomas Cook,
Turquoise Holidays and many more.
VIP tickets
Experience the show in star style with
VIP tickets, which includes fast-track entry,
reserved seating at the Catwalk Show, fasttrack catering areas, a complimentary glass of
fizz and a goody bag full of beauty products,
including products from bareMinerals and
Essie. If that’s not enough, you’ll also have the
option to treat yourself to a mini makeover
at the bareMinerals pop-up000
salon (subject to
availability).
Ticket prices
• Standard adult: £15 advanced booking,
£20 on the door.
• Child (age six to 16): £6.50 in advance
(£8 on the door). Under fives are free.
• VIP: £35 in advance, £40 on the door.
To book, visit nationalweddingshow.co.uk.
Show dates
London Olympia: 25-27 September
Birmingham NEC: 2-4 October
Manchester Central: 24-25 October
Etiquette
Follow these top tips to ensure everything goes to plan
Invitations
Your invitations should be worded from the host,
so adapt one of these to suit your day.
Miss Joanne Smith and Mr Paul Jones
request the pleasure of
at their wedding
Bride’s parents as hosts:
Divorced parents as hosts:
Mr and Mrs Simon Smith
request the pleasure of
Mr Simon Smith and Mrs Jane Smith
request the pleasure of
at the marriage of their daughter
Joanne to Mr Paul Jones
at the marriage of their daughter Joanne
to Mr Paul Jones
Running order
separate children’s table.
The ceremony
The best man
He’s responsible for supporting the groom, planning his stag night,
ensuring he gets to church on time, handing over the wedding
rings during the ceremony and making a speech. He will also
be responsible for all the ushers, making announcements at the
reception, directing guests, sorting the newlyweds’ transport at
the end of the night and returning all the hire suits afterwards.
The chief bridesmaid
She will plan your hen night, help you get ready on the morning
of your wedding, take your bouquet when you say your vows
and help soothe any last-minute nerves. She is also responsible
for any other bridesmaids you have.
Ushers
They aid the best man, hand out order of service sheets to guests
and guide them to their correct seats at the ceremony.
• The ceremony starts with the processional (entrance of the
bride), the introduction, a hymn (at a religious ceremony), the
marriage, prayers (at a religious ceremony) and optional readings
or blessings followed by signing the register. The service ends
with the recessional (exit of the couple).
• It is usual to provide order of service sheets with the words to
any hymns or songs, so guests can sing along.
• The order can be similar for both religious and civil ceremonies,
but no religious references are allowed at a civil ceremony, so
check the lyrics and words of your chosen music and readings
carefully before submitting them to your registrar for approval.
The reception
• On arrival, ushers should show guests where to park their cars
and then direct them into the venue.
• Welcome friends and family with either a traditional receiving
line or by circulating the room.
• Canapés and apéritifs should then be served, and this is the
time to round up friends and relatives for any formal photos.
• Dinner comes next, followed by toasts and speeches, although
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out of the way before the meal.
• After-dinner speeches are followed by cutting the cake and
your first dance.
• It’s traditional for guests to stay until the bride and groom
leave, so if you plan to party until dawn, let everyone know!
The seating plan
• Traditionally, the bride and groom sit at a long top table with
their parents, the chief bridesmaid and the best man. Many
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the two of you.
• To avoid stress with divorced parents, sit them close to their
new partners, or ask them to host their own tables.
• An equal mix of both sexes on each table tends to keep the
atmosphere lively during the wedding breakfast.
• Children should either be seated with their parents or at a
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The bride: More brides are now also saying their bit, so don’t
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speak after the groom, but before the best man.
Children
• If you decide not to invite children to your wedding, tell friends
and family as soon as possible to prevent any unwanted reactions.
• If you’re worried about noise during the ceremony, ask your
ushers to show guests with babies to seats near the door, with
the words, “In case you need to leave during the service”.
• If you do invite children, provide goody bags on the reception
table to prevent boredom, or hire a crèche service.
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Taste test
The first thing to
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you would usually dismiss as you might find
you are pleasantly surprised. Remember,
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simple flavours like vanilla or chocolate,
a unique flavour for one of the tiers will
create a talking point on the day. Part of
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You could even consider different types
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Be creative
If you’re worried you won’t know where to
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you can play around with the designs and
show them your vision. The most important
thing is to choose a cake which reflects
your personalities, styles and tastes – after
all, there really is nothing better than putting
your feet up at the end of your wedding
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welcome...
I don’t think I’m alone in the fact that I love a good
party, so we have devoted this issue to planning
the biggest of your life – your wedding reception.
Our themed special on page 67 helps you shop
for those all important celebratory pieces, from
stationery to cakes and decorations to favours. For
advice from the experts on how to tailor these to
your reception location, turn to our feature How To
Style Your Venue on page 136.
Speaking of which, we have rounded up the best silver screen settings
to host your big day, including Castle Ward from Game of Thrones and
Blenheim Palace from Cinderella in As Seen On Screen on page 130.
If your reception is taken care of but your outfits aren’t, then our
fun and frivolous My Best Friend’s Wedding photoshoot on page 143
showcases the latest pastel bridesmaid dresses alongside beautiful
bridal gowns. Meanwhile your groom’s and groomsmen’s wardrobes
are sorted in our Modern Love photoshoot on page 156. While our
themed Runway to Wedding Day pages (page 61) also boast beautiful
bridesmaid dresses in this season’s hottest colours of barbie pink and
cool aquamarine.
For celebrity-inspired beauty, hair and fitness ideas, turn to our newly
revamped beauty section on page 172 where Olympic gold medalist
Victoria Pendleton offers tips for pre-wedding wellbeing and Amal
Clooney inspires the latest make-up buys.
Finally, for those of you planning that dream getaway following the
party, turn to our travel section on page 197. While the long-haul luxe
of Bali (page 202) and Barbados (198) are as popular as ever, the likes
of Bodrum (page 200) and Reykjavik (page 205) are equally gorgeous,
and just a short plane-ride away!
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144
Wedding shops
52 The wish list
Find your inner ’50s screen-siren with our
round-up of Marilyn inspiration
55 Fashion edit
You’ll have serious beauty in the palm of your
hand with these show-stopping clutch bags
57 Reception edit
95 Debate: Would you
have multiple best men?
Look for this
symbol
for our cover
stories
Real weddings
♥ 101 Bespoke big days
Read how they did it and steal their style with
19 pages of inspiring real-life weddings
Dress up your wedding breakfast with our
pick of the tastiest menu cards
Wedding insight
59 Beauty edit
♥ 130 As seen on screen
You’ll be scent-sational with our fresh-forsummer fragrances
We round-up famous venues from the latest
television and film releases
61 Runway to wedding day
♥ 132 Vendors
assemble!
Theme your day with three of the coolest
colour palettes of the season
♥ 67 Receptions special
Fill your moodboards with styling inspiration,
from tropical to whimsical wonderland
Wedding update
88 Bridal bulletin
We have all the latest launches, news and
trends for your big day
51
159
Two brides share their thoughts
How to employ your
dream wedding team
♥ 136 How to style
your venue
From a grand
castle to a boho
tipi, rustic barn
and traditional
marquee
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June•July 2015
138 High tea hens
The finest venues to take tea and cake in
the capital
140 Rainbow Retro
Make like the celebrities with our all-star guide
to choosing a colourful wedding dress
Fashion & beauty
144 My best friend’s wedding
Get your girls involved with tulle gowns and
cocktail jewellery they’ll love you for
70
156 Modern love
Floor-length gowns and tailored tuxedos will
create timeless elegance for you and your beau
172 Backstage beauty
Take inspiration from the beauty experts behind
the scenes at The National Wedding Show
♥ 175 Inspiring star style
Learn to recreate the classic glow and perfect
precision of Amal Clooney’s glamorous look
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♥ 176 Celeb hair
There’s a new hairstyle in tinsel town, find out
how to work Jessica Alba’s long bob, and colour
change like Kim Kardashian and Cara Delevingne
♥ 178 Bridal body blitz
Shape up in style with nutrition and training advice
from fitness experts including Victoria Pendleton
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Receptions
182 Bright and beautiful
Bring candy colour to your summer celebration
188 Simple makes
Get crafty with two shiny new DIY projects:
a paper heart garland and floral love sign
♥ 190 Floral fever
We’ve picked fresh petals perfect for palettes of
white, peach, pink and purple
Honeymoons
198 Totally tropical
See the best of the Caribbean with a twin-centre
break to Bequia and Barbados
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116
Offers & prizes
98 Get two tickets for £20 to
The National Wedding Show
Save on the Autumn shows with this great offer
200 Turkish delight
♥ 168 Win a designer dress, worth
£1,500
You’ll find a totally romantic mix of old and new in
the coastal Bodrum Peninsula
Your big day will be all sewn up if you win this
stunning Cinderella-style Allure Bridals gown
202 Bali and me
194 Save 20% at Caroline Gardner
Find your own quiet corner of the Indonesian
island which offers both beach and culture
Shop stationery and gifts with a designer discount
205 City chic: Reykjavik
Added extras
Discover why the Icelandic capital is the latest
must-go destination
Your essential guide to organising the big day
206 Mr & Mrs
226 Finishing touches
From historical houses to city-centre cool, we
review the most romantic first-night hotel escapes
for you and your beau
26
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Wedding
209 The planner and directory
Go beautifully boho with our pick of free-spirited
details; from your floral hair circlet right down to
your jewelled sandals
On the cover
Photography: Mark Bloom.
Styling: Jenny Swire. Hair:
Charley McEwen at Carol
Hayes Management using
Bumble and Bumble products.
Make-up: Sara Raeburn
using Clinique skincare and
make-up products. Model:
Rebecca Pearson at Bookings.
Long crepe satin dress with
corded lace top, £2,475, David Fielden. Cubic zirconia
bracelet, £168, Basia Zarzycka. Freshwater pearl stud
earrings, £481, Coleman Douglas Pearls. Hand-tied
bouquet of Bombastic spray roses, avalanche roses and
pale pink ranunculus, Mary Jane Vaughan
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Editor
Claire Ridley
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Danielle Wilkins
Deputy Editor
Marcia Moody
Art
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Acting Senior Designer Suzie Bothwell
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Fashion & Beauty
Fashion Editor Sarah Tippett
Fashion & Lifestyle Assistant
Lauren Godfrey
Features
Features Writer Emma Vince
Editorial Assistant Leanne Wilcox
Web
Web Editor Katie Byrne
Contributors
Nick Boulos, Karen Brand, Alice Manning,
Sarah Gilbert, Jenny Swire, Sophie Holt,
Siobhan Grogan, Roshina Jowaheer, Victoria Rolison
Managing Director
Luke Patten
Production Manager
Reg French
Advertising Fashion Manager
Nicola Moore (01206 851117 ext 242)
Victoria Pendleton
Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton offers her
fitness tips on page 178
Victoria on...
Her own wedding
I absolutely loved dancing – I couldn’t
stop twirling around in my Suzanne
Neville dress! We had the Strictly Come
Dancing band playing and the dancefloor
was packed. It was awesome!
Her tip for brides-to-be
Don’t try to be a hero while planning
your wedding. I love crafts and ended up
becoming a bit of a DIY bride, but you
can’t do everything, so accept help!
Display Sales Executive
Sally Jervis (01206 851117 ext 288)
Classified Sales Executive
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Financial Controller
Lesley Shard
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Sarah Hammond
Sarah Hammond, director at catering
company rhubarb (rhubarb.net), explores
food and drink options for every reception
style on page 134
Sarah on...
Her favourite wedding
Last year we had a wedding abroad in
Santorini which was an exciting challenge.
All the food was sourced locally, so we
visited the site beforehand to make
contacts with local suppliers. Then we
flew out our staff and china and built
our own kitchen out there. It was such a
phenomenal week!
Hair and make-up artist Lizzie Court
worked on the ‘My best friend’s wedding’
shoot on page 144
Lizzie on...
Summer’s hot trends
This season’s make-up is awash with
lovely bright lips in pinks and corals. Keep
eyes minimal with a sweep of gold or
chocolate brown for definition
Her bridal hair top tips
Keep things uncomplicated and unstuffy.
The best hair always looks loose and soft.
It’s important to feel comfortable and like
you, just a little better.
Lizzie Court
Nick is an award-winning travel writer and
for this issue he headed to Reykjavik. Read
his review on page 205
Nick on...
His favourite trip
Antarctica was a real dream come true
– an epic journey I had dreamed about
all my life. My few days on Necker Island
ranks quite highly, too.
Travel essentials
Tiger balm is always in my bag. It’s perfect
for dealing with assorted travel woes
including mosquito bites.
Nick Boulos
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words: katie byrne photography: polly alexandre (alexandreweddings.com); jose villa (josevilla.com); Ruth atkinson
(ruthatkinsonphotography.com); lucy davenport (lucydavenport.co.uk)
Thought flowers were just for
bouquets and buttonholes? Wrong!
We’ve got endless ideas for adding
some finishing floral touches to your
wedding day – from a subtle pop
of petals to wow-factor displays for
your reception.
behind the scenes...
MAIDS IN HEAVEN
Let’s talk about your bridesmaids!
From mix-n-match style ideas to
etiquette advice and survivors’
guides, we’ve got endless tips and
inspiration for your favourite ladies
to feast their eyes on. Get them to
log-on today!
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Visit online and shop our hand-picked edit of beautiful reception buys and
fashionable finishing touches for your big day
Flower
pearl drop
necklace,
£15, Alan
Hannah
Devoted at
Jon Richard
Flower
pearl drop
earrings,
£12, Alan
Hannah
Devoted
at Jon
Richard
Silver milk churn
tablecentre, £10;
mercury silver bud
vases, £20 (for six),
and blackboard bucket,
£6.95, all The Wedding
Of My Dreams
Silk flower and
crystal spray
headband, £40,
Jon Richard
Mercury silverfooted vase,
£14, and glass
bud vase name
card holders,
£12 (for
four), all The
Wedding Of
My Dreams
Distressed cream jugs,
£14.50 each, and rustic
tableplan frame with
silver buckets, £30, all The
Wedding Of My Dreams
000
Classic
rose petal
shoe clips,
£55 each,
Freya
Rose
‘Blossom’ hair
comb, £115,
Freya Rose
‘Rossina’ hair
pins, £95
(for three),
Freya Rose
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Love Bridal Boutique, Altrincham 0161 941 6446; Mears Ghyll
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Cheshire, 0161 285 7711 · Rookery Manor, Weston- Super-Mare, Somerset, 01934 750 200, Designer Weekend 6th & 7th June · Maria Modes Bridalwear,
Macclesfield, 01625 502502, Designer Weekend 13th & 14th June · Brides Gallery, Chorley, Lancashire, 01257 451434, Designer Weekend 13th & 14th June
· Emily Eve Bridal Boutique, Queensway, Birmingham, 0121 634 3322, Designer Weekend 20th & 21st June · WALES · All About Eve Bridal Ltd, Chepstow,
Gwent, 01291 629338 · Emma Phillips Bridal Studio, Carmarthen, 01267 237127, Designer Weekend 27th & 28th June · SCOTLAND · Annarose Bridal
Boutique, Dundee, 01382 200596, Designer Weekend 20th & 21st June · Emma Roy of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, 0131 557 2875 · SOUTHERN IRELAND ·
McElhinneys Stores, Ballybofey, Co Donegal, 00353 749131217 · NORTHERN IRELAND · Pronuptia de Paris, Belfast, 02890 324747
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SCENTS OF OCCASION
When it comes to last-minute finishing touches, be sure to add
a fresh fragrance to your list. Choose from one of these limitededition scents or turn to our beauty edit on page 59 for even
more classics.
EVERYTHING'S PEACHY
From pineapples and pears, to peaches and apples, the trend for fruity
reception details is ripe and ready for your sweet picking! We love
these exotic details and you can find far more in our receptions special,
starting on page 67.
Limited Edition
Happy in
Bloom perfume
spray, £26.50
for 30ml,
Clinique
Limited Edition
Very Irrésistible
eau de toilette,
£66 for 75ml,
Givenchy at The
Fragrance Shop
Monique Lhuillier
Buttonhole of ranunculus,
‘Isis’ spray roses and dwarf
pineapples, Rebel Rebel
Pink crystal apple and
pear ornaments, £297
each, Tresor Paris
Compiled by: Claire Ridley. Words: Victoria Rolison.
Jenny Packham
Limited Edition L’Eau d’Issey
Summer eau de toilette,
£41 for 100ml, Issey Miyake
at Debenhams
Pink ‘Love
Birds Wink’
clutch bag,
£245, Kate
Spade
‘Peaches in the
Summertime’
square cushion,
£28, Emma
Bridgewater
Silver crystal
necklace, £50,
Mikey at H Samuel
‘1920s
Silver’ cake,
from £825,
Rachelles
Lipstick clutch
bag, £350, Lulu
Guinness
Pink suitcase, £385,
Steamline Luggage
TIME TRAVELLER
Imagine your honeymoon wardrobe laid lovingly in this vintagestyle suitcase! And your essentials will fit just perfectly in these
quirky kitsch clutch bags. You'll find lots more to have and to hold
in our Fashion Edit, page 55.
www.weddingmagazine.co.uk
Silver cubic zirconia
heart earrings, £66,
Cavendish French
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Schneeball’
hydrangeas,
‘Snowflake’ spray
roses, ‘Ambassador’
freesias, snowberries,
brunia, sprayed
blackberries, senecio
and mimosa foliage,
Dawson Flowers
SILVER-SCREEN STYLE
Give your big day the grandeur it deserves with these glittering
details – you'll find glamour galore in The Wish List on page 52. Floralfashionistas will love these designer gowns (above) – find more catwalk
inspiration on our Runway to Wedding Day pages, starting on page 61.
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YOUR INNER
GODDESS
SILVER screen style
Discover your inner 1950s siren
with this ivory satin off-theshoulder delight, £185, from
The Pretty Dress Company. We
just suggest steering clear of any
sudden subway drafts.
The fashion house’s No.5
eau de parfum, £68 for
50ml, was not only the
style icon’s favourite scent,
but it’ll make the perfect
gift for your maids.
4
Amp up the glamour
with Sexy Hair’s
Blonde Shining Star
Shine Spray, £13.95.
It’ll help hold your
bridal style and
add that must-have
glossy finish.
3
some like it
hot...
PINK! Aptly named ‘Hollywood
Cerise’, this show-stopping
lipstick, £15.50, from Philip
Treacy at MAC will perfect your
pout for the big day.
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PEEPTOE PRETTY
Put your very best foot forward
in the right pair of shoes. These
ivory satin peep toes, £190, with
decadent ‘Monroe’ crystal clips,
£195 (for two), from Freya Rose are
the pair to do it in.
6
eye-conic
Master Marilyn’s signature eyeliner flick with Diego Dalla Palma’s
Très Chic water-resistant eyeliner,
£14, at Marks & Spencer. Its fluid
liquid formula is perfect for adding
flair to an eyelash flutter.
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gentlemen
prefer
blondes
WEDDING shops
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9
timeless classic
Opt for this gorgeous bouquet
to perfectly complement your
fifties style. Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Akito’, ‘Avalanche’, ‘Vendela’
and ‘Ice Bear’ roses, ‘Super
Bubbles’ spray roses, ‘Volante’
freesias and lily of the valley,
The Vera Wang Collection at
Interflora.
BALLETIC BOMBSHELL
Revive 1950s Marilyn style
with your dress; turn to
the likes of Alan Hannah’s
Rita Mae collection, Candy
Anthony and Lou Lou
bridal
11
pin-up pearls
Bedeck your hair with
7
tiers of tulle
Known for her glamorous A-line
gowns and full skirts,
why not take inspiration
from this style in the
delectable form of
icing? It will make for
one show-stopper
of a wedding
cake. ‘Ruffle rose’
wedding cake, £525
(serves 215), Pretty
Tasty
8
this beautiful pearl
and Swarovski crystal
hairband, £260, by Victoria
Fergusson. It’s the perfect
finishing touch!
FIFTIES
fabulous
Add a little tinsel town
A-list sparkle with these
silver crystal and pearl
earrings, £25.99, by Aye Do
12
norma jean-ius
Crank up the style dial on your
bridal look with this incredible
‘Girl’s Best Friend’ crystalencrusted Marilyn Monroe clutch
bag, from a selection, Judith
Leiber at Harrods.
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ENGLAND · Elizabeth of York Ltd, York, 01904 658600 · Novak Bridal Lounge, Rawtenstall, Lancashire, 01706 223493 · Bridal Gowns at Jodi Ltd, Maidstone,
Kent, 01622 755090 · La Belle Boutique, Sutton In Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, 01623 554476, Designer Weekend 6th & 7th June · WALES · All About
Eve Bridal Ltd, Newport, Gwent, 01633 243943 · SCOTLAND · Emma Roy of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, 0131 557 2875 · NORTHERN IRELAND · The Bridal
Showroom, Derry City, County Londonderry, 02871 377105 · SOUTHERN IRELAND · Cinderella’s Closet, Cork, 00353 214507777
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Fashion
Edit
Satin framed pearl
clutch, £25, Very
Keep your bridal essentials close to
hand in one of these show-stopping
clutch bags
Crystal embellished
clutch, £60, Untold at
House of Fraser
Crystal embroidered hardcase clutch,
£45, Accessorize
Jewel-encrusted box
clutch, £35, River Island
Floral embellished box
clutch, £79, Monsoon
Compiled by: sarah tippett. For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Swap your
bouquet for a
crystal clutch
after the wedding
breakfast
These little
beauties are
ideal to reuse
after the
wedding!
Gold circular box clutch, £39.99, Quiz
Jewelled rectangular box clutch, £75, Dune
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White crystal rectangular box clutch, £198,
Butler & Wilson
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WEDDING shops
Reception
Edit
Set the tone for a delicious wedding
breakfast with stationery which looks
good enough to eat
‘Airmail' menu,
from £1.50,
Swoon At The
Moon
‘Whimsical
Wonderland’
menu, £2.50,
PaperGrace
‘Blooms’ round
plate menu, £4,
Eagle Eyed Bride
‘Sweet
Vintage’ menu,
from 80p, Hip
Hip Hooray
Compiled by: Lauren Godfrey. For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
‘Terence' menu, from
£2.50, Tuppence Collective
‘Lavandula’ menu, £1.75,
Ivy Ellen
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‘Elephant’
menu,
£2.50,
Emma Jo
‘Seashell’ menu, from 45p,
Rack Card Design by Metarla
Weddings at Zazzle
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©2015 DAVID’S BRIDAL
Your dream dress. Starting at £ 295.
S E E T H E C O L L E C T I O N AT DAV I D S B R I DA L .C O. U K
WEDDING shops
Beauty
Edit
These new summer fragrances will suit
any bridal style
Sì eau de
toilette, £54 for
50ml, Giorgio
Armani
Brit Rhythm
eau de toilette,
£50 for 50ml,
Burberry at
John Lewis
Fresh Cream eau de toilette,
£34 for 60ml, Philosophy at
John Lewis
compiled by: Claire Ridley. For Stockists, visit www.weddingmagazine.co.uk
La Petite Robe Noire eau fraiche, £38.50
for 30ml, Guerlain at The Fragrance Shop
Gucci Flora Glamorous Magnolia
eau de toilette, £55 for 50ml,
Gucci at Boots
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English Pear & Freesia cologne,
£82 for 100ml, Jo Malone
Lily of the Valley eau de
toilette, £8 for 50ml,
Heathcote & Ivory
Stella eau de toilette, £42
for 30ml, Stella McCartney
at Boots
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WEDDING shops
‘Bride To Be’
headband,
£20, Rock ‘N
Roll Bride for
Crown & Glory
Fabric bow
hairclip, £3,
Claire’s
Tassel tail
balloon,
£35.95,
Bubblegum
Balloons
Ombre
wine glass,
£28 (set
of four),
LSA
Heartshaped stud
earrings,
£3.50,
Claire’s
Hand-tied
bouquet of
‘Nena’ roses and
bouvardia, NB
Flowers
Body by Victoria
eau de parfum,
£21.90 (25ml),
Victoria’s Secret
at Perlago
‘Barbie’ wedding
invitation, from £4,
Ananya Cards
Pink chiffon
bridesmaid dress,
£182, Romantica
Runway
to wedding Day
Bring back Barbie for a playful
pink twist on your styling
Compact
mirror, £7,
Accessorize
Compiled by: Sarah Tippett (fashion & beauty) and Lauren Godfrey (lifestyle).
For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Nail polish in
Barbie, from
£6, Zoya
Flower
garden
sticks, £4
(set of five),
Paperchase
‘Origami Bow’
wedding cake,
£650 (serves 80),
The Whitty
Cake
Company
Retro-style
sunglasses, £3,
Primark
Table grouping of ‘Sarah
Bernhardt’ peonies,
‘Piano’ and ‘Piaget’ roses,
‘Mimi Eden’ spray roses,
and hypericum berries,
Roni Floral Design
Resin rose
cocktail
ring, from
£130,
Oscar de la
Renta
Buttonhole
of spray rose,
ranunculus,
eucalyptus and
astrantia, Joanne
Truby Floral
Design
Cushion,
£125,
Zoeppritz
at Amara
Born Lippy
lip balm in
Lychee, £3,
The Body
Shop
Pink patent
court shoes,
£425, Christian
Louboutin at
MyTheresa
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Rodarte
Layered
necklace, £16,
Oasis
WEDDING shops
Blue rhodium
and rose gold
chandelier
earrings, £150,
Guess
Ombre pom-pom,
from £6.25, Miss
Étoile
Rose tie pin,
£49, Tiger of
Sweden
Aquamarine,
white, rose
and yellow
gold diamond
ring, price on
application, Theo
Fennell
‘Art Deco’ cone, £7 (for
10), filled with ‘Ocean’ and
‘Apple Blossom’ hydrangea
petals, £12.49 (per litre),
The Confetti Cone
Company
Blue sequin
maxi dress,
£249, Ariella
London at
Little Black
Dress
Nail polish in
Pacific, £3.99,
Aquarium
collection by
Barry M at
Boots
Limited Edition
Aqua Oriens eau
de toilette, £54
(50ml), Van Cleef
& Arpels at House
of Fraser
Runway
Shark framed clutch,
£250, Kate Spade
New York
to wedding Day
Compiled by: Sarah Tippett (fashion & beauty) and Lauren Godfrey (lifestyle). For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Dive into a big day brimming with
under-the-sea inspiration
Blue spray
wine glass,
£1.50,
Tesco
Glitterembellished
shoes, £85,
Dune
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Silver starfish hair
comb, £15.30,
Fern & Avery
at Etsy
Large hanging
shell heart,
£20, The
Contemporary
Home
Aqua crystal
bracelet, £8,
Claire’s
‘Mermaid’ menu,
from £3.50, Ananya
Cards
Table grouping of
ranunculus, double
lisianthus, eucalyptus,
white thistles, brunia
berries, gypsophila,
and dried honesty,
Made In Flowers
‘Silver Seahorse’
wedding
cake, price on
application
(serves 50),
Little Boutique
Bakery
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WEDDING shops
Coral and
peach
jewelled
necklace,
£40, Gerry
Weber
Paper fans, from
£5 each, Peach
Blossom
Grey suede clutch, £895,
Jimmy Choo
Pearl bracelet,
£23, Glitzy
Secrets
Concealer,
£9, The Body
Shop
‘LOVE’
champagne
flutes, from
£34.99,
Getting
Personal
Ambre Vanille Honey
Bath wash, £33,
Laura Mercier at
House of Fraser
Grey embellished
maxi dress, £90, Little
Mistress
DELPOZO
Place setting
of ‘Juliet’ David
Austin rose,
hellebores,
ranunculus,
flowering
jasmine,
rosemary and
cow parsley,
Amber Persia
Flowers & Events
Runway
to wedding Day
Peach sequin
and tulle
dress with
oversized
bow, £64,
Marasil
Let a dreamy palette of soft grey
and peach perfect your day
Compiled by: Sarah Tippett (fashion and beauty) and Lauren Godfrey
(lifestyle). For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Long Last
Glosswear
lip gloss, £16,
Clinique at
House of Fraser
‘Rose Bow
cake, £1,100
(serves
220), Poppy
Pickering
Pearl hairpins,
£19, Glitzy
Secrets
Floral
embellished
hat, £465,
Emily-London
Fine china side
plate, £8.50,
V&A at The
English Table
Peach satin bow
peeptoes, £48,
Creative Sugar at Etsy
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RECEPTIONS
SPECIAL
Find big-day styling inspiration from our 101 hand-picked ideas
taste of the tropics
Add an on-trend exotic twist for a distinctly summer
flavour
urban, country, beach
or festival-themed
Photography: talking tables
We’ve got it all covered
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WEDDING trends
receptions
special
Pineapple
bunting, £8.50,
Talking Tables
Parrot fashion:
Decorate tables with
white accessories
and clear vases to
keep the look chic
Buttonhole of
‘Gloriosa’ lilies and
bupleurum, Amanda
Austin Flowers
Pineapple salad
servers, £24,
Oliver Bonas
Glass jug,
£12, Next
Head to the tropics with exotic bird
prints, fruity details and clashing colours
‘Cuban pink
flamingos’ savethe-date card,
£1.69, Zazzle
Cockatoo salt
and pepper
shaker, £6,
Paperchase
Parrot
tealight
holders,
£5 each,
Tesco
Parrot print coffee
cup, £17.50, Villeroy
& Boch
Toucan play at that:
garnish your tiers
with painted motifs
and exotic fruits
Pineapple
paper
honeycomb,
£7.50 (pack
of two), The
Contemporary
Home
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Tablecentre of pineapples, ‘Magic Orange’
vanda orchids, ‘Pink Floyd’ roses, ‘Mambo’ spray
roses, ‘Gloriosa’ lilies, cocculus foliage and
codiaeum leaves, NB Flowers
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WEDDING shops
Watermelon
plate, £2,
Sainsbury’s
Floral lanterns,
£8.50 (for three),
Hampton Blue
Flamingo
straws, £2,
Sainsbury’s
Flamingo
ribbon,
£2.99, The
Oak Room
Tropical beer mat,
from £125 for 100,
Swoon At The Moon
Pineapple bowls,
from £8 each,
House of Fraser
Watermelon
napkin, £2.99
(pack of 20),
Ginger Ray
Tropical photo
frames, from
£15 each,
Paperchase
compiled by: lauren godfrey. Photography: Max Attenborough
Hand-tied bouquet of ‘Free
Spirit’ roses, ranunculus, lilac,
hyacinths, forget-me-nots,
mimosa, achillea, astrantia,
crocosmia, rosemary, dwarf
pineapples and birch twigs,
Rebel Rebel
Flamingo candle
holder, £18.50,
Butterfly Home
by Matthew
Williamson at
Debenhams
Discover an oasis:
Create a chill-out
area where guests
can sit and relax
Watermelon
candle, £6.95,
Ohh Deer
Palm tree
wine glass,
£3.50 each,
Marks &
Spencer
Paper lantern
string lights,
£15.50, Berry Red
Fuchsia leaf print
cushion, £95, Amara
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WEDDING trends
receptions
special
A novel idea:
Use stacks of old
books to display
tablecentres
Alice in
Wonderland
confetti cones,
from £3.50 (set
of five), The
Confetti Cone
Company
Favours of
‘Angelique’ tulips
and ranunculus,
Green &
Gorgeous
‘Truly Alice’
napkins, £3.50
(pack of 20),
Talking Tables
Croquet
set, £40,
Laura
Ashley
Ceramic
bunny
plate, £30,
Sweetpea
& Willow
Make like Alice and host your very own Mad
Hatter’s tea party reception
Blue teapot bunting,
£7.50, Talking Tables
Canapé flags,
£3 (set of 24),
The Wedding
of my Dreams
Love
Keys,
£8.99,
Dunelm
Mill
‘Eat Me’ striped
eggcups in pink and
green, £7 each, ‘Eat Me’
spot ceramic pots, £12,
all Miss Etoile
White rabbit
save-the-date
card, £1.64,
Zazzle
Tablecentre of ‘Cool
Water’ and ‘Memory
Lane’ roses, succulents,
matthiola, lisianthus,
thlaspi, eucalyptus and
moss, Zara Reid
Drink me: Label
bottles with tags,
and sweet treats
with ‘Eat me’ flags
Alice in
Wonderland
scented
candle, £7.99,
Truffle Shuffle
‘Vintage Teapot’ cake,
price on application
(serves 300-400),
Choccywoccydoodah
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Retro treats
teapot, £19.99,
Creative Tops
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compiled by: lauren godfrey. Photography: Weddings by Nicola & Glen
Alice teacup and saucer,
£29.50, Mrs Moore’s
Vintage Store at Amara
Antique
French-style
bottles, £6.99
each, Swanky
Maison
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WEDDING trends
receptions
special
Beachcomber finds:
Decorate your tables
with driftwood, netting
and scattered shells
Wooden
beach arrow,
£4.75,
Coastal
Home
(From left to
right) Blue
lantern, £10,
George Home.
Glass jar with
rope handle and
LED candle, £25,
QVC. Coastal
glass lantern, £8,
Wilko, and white
lantern, £12,
Tesco
Perch
planter, £22,
Anthropologie
Decorative
paddle,
£9.99, The
Range
Anchor carafe, £20,
and matching glasses,
£6 each, both Linea at
House of Fraser
Bridesmaid
posy of ‘Crystal
Blush’ calla
lilies, astrantia,
nerines, brunia
berries, senecio
and mimosa
foliage, Red
Floral
Hanging
anchor, £3,
George
Home
‘He is her lobster’
cake, £450 (serves
90), Nadya’s Cakes
Seahorse
bunting, £12, The
Contemporary
Home
Combine a sea of blue hues and driftwood
signs for a splash of nauti-cool style
Striped
sail boat,
£11.50, The
Contemporary
Home
Rope napkin
holders, £12
(for four),
House of
Fraser
Ship’s helm
coastal
mirror, £9.95,
Melody
Maison
Tablecentre
of hydrangeas,
gypsophila, sea
urchin shells,
‘Manzanita’
branches, mother
of pearl, starfish and
mixed shells, NB
Flowers
‘Freshwater
Bay’
scented
candle,
£14, Laura
Ashley at
Prezola
‘Coastal retreat’ place card,
price on application,
Lucy Ledger
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Seaside invitation,
from £1.30,
Sarah Wants
WEDDING trends
receptions
special
Orchid print
cushion, £50,
Laura Ashley
‘Truly Alice’ paper
signs, £5.50 (for
eight) Talking Tables
What’s your sign?
Direct guests to
all the best bits
Festival ukulele,
£30, The
Contemporary
Home
Garland
cake topper,
£7.50,
Ginger Ray
Orange
tealight
holder, £4,
Tesco
Ice cream
sign, £15.95,
Dotcomgiftshop
Floral-print
drinks
dispenser,
£17.50, Marks
& Spencer
Team floral prints with wellies and quirky
signs for a festival-themed big day
Fabric-covered letters,
from £14 per letter,
Blossom & Sage
Table grouping of
‘Bombastic’ and ‘Girlie
Folie’ spray roses,
tuberose, hypericum
berries, catkins, muscari,
pussy willow, buddleja
and lavender foliage, Jay
Archer Floral Design
Floralprint
tray, £44,
Occa
Home
Wellington boots
soap favours,
£23.95 (for a pair),
Annabel James
Windmill
cocktail
sticks, £2,
Tiger Stores
Table number of flat
moss, ranunculus,
paperwhites, brunia
berries and scabiosa
stellata, Frida & Sophia
Hip flask,
£12.99,
Disaster
Designs
by Mollie
& Fred
‘Wedfest’ invitation,
£2.50, PaperGrace
Tipi table
name, from
£3, Sarah
Wants
Yellow wellington
boot vase, from £16,
Dickins & Jones at
House of Fraser
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Wedding
Campervan planter,
£19.95, Prezzybox
‘Summer bunting’
cake, £595
(serves 90), Zoe
Clarke Cakes
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compiled by: lauren godfrey. Photography: Cotton Candy Wedding Photography
Butterfly
wine glasses,
£10 (for
four), Next
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receptions
special
London bus and taxi
wall border, £22,
Koko Kids
Buttonhole of
tulips and black
ruscus leaves,
Lilygreens
London biscuits,
£39.95 (for tin),
Biscuiteers
A room with a view:
Set your reception
up high to an urban
skyline backdrop
Accent a slick monochrome palette with pops of red.
London’s calling!
Union Jack
windmill, £2.20
each, Little
Wedding Ideas
Postbox
candle,
£55,
English
Abode
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Avalanche’ roses,
peonies, sweet peas,
lily of the valley, double
lisianthus and scabiosa,
Leafy Couture
‘London
Skyline’ cake,
price on
application
(serves 246),
Rosalind Miller
‘London
Calling’ plates,
£35 (for four),
Charlene
Mullen for
Royal Doulton
at Prezola
London landmark
picture frames,
£29.95 each,
Dotcomgiftshop
Bright lights: Work the
city into your details,
from your menu card
to your crockery
Underground table
number, £2.75, and
London street sign
RSVP card, £1.50,
both PaperGrace
Brick vase, £30,
Rume
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Queen’s Guard
illustrated cups,
£1.95 (for eight),
Dotcomgiftshop
‘London’ reed
diffuser, £35,
Ted Baker
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‘Vintage
Hollywood’
save-thedate card,
from 75p,
Hip Hip
Hooray
London cab and
bus cushions,
£25 each,
Hunkydory
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We have all the latest – and greatest – big-day news
Glitter flash
Words: Marcia Moody, Sarah Tippett and Lauren Godfrey. photography: instagram.com/barrefaeli
Every wedding needs a sprinkling of sparkle and
Hobbycraft’s new bridal range definitely delivers.
From glitter-dipped feathers to cake-topper
bunting, the retailer has everything you
need to add a flash of metallic to your
celebration. Prices from £2.
MINI maid STYLE
Hailed as the ‘Net-a-Porter for kids’,
luxury label AlexandAlexa.com is launching
its very own wedding shop, promising
adorable dresses for mini maids and divine
tailoring for the little guys in your life. (Gold
polka-dot dress with bow, £120, pictured).
www.weddingmagazine.co.uk
Bar-RILLIANT NEWS!
Victoria’s Secret model Bar Refaeli has announced
her engagement to Israeli businessman Adi
Ezra in the time-honoured tradition of an
Instagram post. Although she made no
comment, the framed picture of the
couple kissing did all the talking.
what lies beneath
The new collections from Minna Bridal
(above) and Kelsey Genna (left) also include
a heady line of dreamy veils. Ivory silk satin
dress, from £1,210, and veil, from £135, both
kelseygenna.com. Ivory chiffon dress with low
back, £1,250, and veil, £145, both minna.co.uk.
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Off the wall
Bridal bulletin
Bringing you up to date with all the latest news and trends
MAID FOR HER
ASOS and dress label,
Angel’s Face have both
launched brand-spanking
new ranges. ASOS (asos.
com) will launch its first foray
into wedding attire with a
seriously sweet bridesmaid
collection (right), where
you can pick from a palette
of sorbet shades and floral
prints to ensure your girls
look extra stylish on the big
day. Meanwhile, the new line
from Angel’s Face promises
an abundance of frills for
pretty mini-maid style in
both classic colours and
bold neons. Prices start from
£68 for dresses, available at
angels-face.co.uk.
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Photography; Rebecca Douglas Photography
Not every budget will cater for a
whole wall of flowers, but there are
ways to pack petal pretty into your
day on a smaller scale. Consider
showcasing your blooms in hanging
picture frames, or displaying
individual flower heads from a net
or wall. For a statement backdrop
which suits close-up portraits, ask
your florist to create a tall narrow
display, like the one pictured right.
WEDDING update
SOLEMATES
Shoe lovers, you may need to sit down
for this. Renowned designer, Sophia
Webster has finally answered our
wedding-shoe prayers and delivered
her inaugural bridal collection.
Showcasing seven of her signature
styles reworked to take you
divinely down the aisle,
they’re a fashionista
bride’s dream buy.
Available online
at sophiawebster.
com and net-aporter.com.
A piece of cake!
Take inspiration from cake designers Peggy Porschen, Fancy
Nancy and Choccywoccydoodah with the help of their
new books. Make your own Choccytoffee Shortcake
from Chocolate, Cake & Curses (£25, Preface), Lydia’s
Loveheart Cookies from Cakeology (£20, Hardie
Grant), and finally, the Cookies & Cream
cake from Love Layer Cakes (£20,
Quadrille).
Pretty precious
Master of macarons, Ladurée has teamed up with
pearl jeweller Mikimoto to create the ultimate
sweet treats, including pearlised rose and lychee
macarons in a pretty favour box (£1.75), and a
rose and lychee choux wedding cake iced with
sugar pearls. Visit laduree.com. Also new to the
macaron scene are these pretty lacy designs
from Supercute Macarons. Choose from a range
of bespoke flavours. Prices from £1.40. Visit
supercutemacarons.com.
best dressed
Parisian-born lingerie boutique, Princesse Tam
Tam is known for its delectable unmentionables,
so we were tickled pink to know that the brand
is also launching a range of ready-to-wear dresses.
This ivory vintage-inspired dress, £110 (above),
will sit top of our wish list. Visit princessetamtam.
co.uk. Also new for 2015 is London-based Andrea
Hawkes’ stunning new collection of bridal gowns
(pictured right). Visit andreahawkes.co.uk.
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For Him And For Her
A Tradition As Timeless As Marriage Itself
The Wedding Gold and Silver Set revisits the custom described in the 1549 Book of Common
Prayer, which included the giving of gold and silver as part of the wedding ceremony. Add a
traditional finishing touch to your wedding with this year-dated gift that will endure and be
loved for years to come.
www.royalmint.com/weddings
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TOP TIPS FROM...
Simon Bucknall, twice UK and Ireland champion
of public speaking and author of The Best Man
Speaker (thebestmanspeaker.com)
Let there be love
Psst, grooms! Yes, we’re talking to you! You should be familiar with the
term wedding planner by now, but you may not have heard of a romance
planner. If you need a little help unleashing the romantic within, it’s time
to drop The One Romance (theoneromance.com) a line. Whether it’s
a surprise picnic on the beach, or a themed treasure hunt, this romance
planning agency creates truly memorable moments for proposals and
anniversaries. Brownie points guaranteed.
Gift list lust
Prezola is a one-stop-shop for every couple-to-be’s gift list needs.
With now more than 300 luxury brands on board, including Jo
Malone, Cath Kidston and The White Company, and a dedicated team
of advisors, it’s sure to provide the cherry on top of your big day.
Ice cream print
cushion, £34.95,
Victoria Eggs at
Prezola
Lime, Basil & Mandarin
deluxe candle, £115, Jo
Malone at Prezola
‘Be Mine’ mug,
£39.90 (set of two),
Emma Bridgewater
at Prezola
1. Design your speech before
you write it!
A great wedding speech
needs structure. Before
you write a script, consider
possible key points you’d like
to include – three is plenty.
These could be three qualities
of your soon-to-be spouse,
three chapters in his/her life
or perhaps three categories of
people you’d like to thank.
2. Make a point, tell a story
For each point you’ve
identified in step one, ask:
“How do I know that’s true?”
In other words, what story
could you tell to illustrate
your point? The best stories
will likely be personal, though
they don’t have to be.
3. Have a conversation, don’t
memorise…
Unless you’re a trained actor,
trying to memorise a script
puts you under huge pressure.
By keeping your structure
simple (make a point, tell a
story, remember?), you’ll come
across as much more natural
and conversational.
4. Remember to breathe
We call it “getting nervous”
– the beating heart, the
sweats, the mind going blank.
In fact, they’re symptoms of
adrenaline, and you’re allowed
to experience them. To help
settle the adrenaline, centre
yourself before your speech
by tipping your chin down (to
straighten up your airway),
relax your shoulders and take
a few slow deep breaths.
5. Identify options for your
Gold camera
bag,
‘neutral
stance’
£29, Accessorize
When speaking, how will you
physically stand? Few speakers
give this any thought. The
result is they fidget and faff,
stare at the floor and cross
their arms. Think about how
you’ll stand when you’re
not doing anything: weight
balanced, hands by your sides
or gently clasped in front of
you, just above your waistline.
Don’t cross your arms! Being
open and neutral may feel
weird – but it’ll help you
project composure, even if
you don’t feel composed!
Oh, and water doesn’t help
with dry mouth – you need
something sweet. Try a sugar
lump in your tea or coffee…
Blooming lovely
Sweet hearts
There are lots of alternatives to a
traditional guest book, and The Wedding
Tree’s latest addition is the Whole
Lot of Love guest book (£195) which
keeps messages slotted safely inside a
wooden box – perfect for those who
don’t want their heart on display... visit
theweddingtree.co.uk.
www.weddingmagazine.co.uk
The Gift Bureau at Harrods is bang on trend with its latest range of green and gorgeous gifts.
Established in 1957, the original gift service of its kind has picked up on the florals seen on the
spring-summer catwalks which have filtered through to the world of interiors. So make sure your
gift list reflects the homeware trend for bringing the outdoors in! Visit giftbureau.harrods.com.
FLASH OF
FLAMINGO
Our pink feathered friends
are stirring up quite a trend!
Tropical sandals,
£460, Sophia
Webster
Flamingo embroidered
clutch, £28, Floozie by Frost
French at Debenhams
Flamingo
necklace, £15,
Sugar & Vice
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Quinta Jacintina –
The Algarve’s renowned
Boutique hotel
As part of the Quinta Occasions portfolio of party and wedding venues
in the Algarve, Quinta Jacintina provides our very own perfect venue for
parties, weddings and corporate events.
The entire hotel with its 11 bedrooms can be hired exclusively to
provide you with the privacy you are looking for to celebrate in style.
The hotel has hosted a number of parties and weddings and has proved
to be one of the Algarve’s favourite wedding and party venues.
Offering perfect tranquillity in a secluded setting it is short drive to the
beach, numerous restaurants and renowned golf courses.
If you are looking for a celebration in the Algarve, Quinta Occasions is
here to provide a perfect straight forward solution for you. A solution to
enable you to relax and enjoy yourselves with your guests knowing that
we are there to support you in the background having carefully planned
all aspects of the event with you.
www.algarvehotel.co.uk
(00351) 289 350 090
www.quintaoccasions.com
[email protected]
WEDDING update
Scene print
shift dress,
£289, Marc
Cain
Destination
Prints
Be inspired by this season’s haul
of scene-printed luxuries.
Packing for your honeymoon
has never been so fun!
Classique
Summer eau
de toilette,
£41(100ml),
Jean Paul
Gaultier at
House of
Fraser
Suede globe clutch,
from £1,650,
Olympia Le-Tan
swimsuit,
£12,
George
Tipi or not tipi
Luggage
tag, £8, The
Contemporary
Home at Not
On The High
Street
Palm Beach
print espadrilles,
£40, We Are
Handsome
TRAVELgram
Wish we were here! These
Instagram accounts have been
giving us itchy feet. Time to start
planning the honeymoon...
Photography: instagram/tajhotels; instagram/scottdunn_travel; instagram/elegantresorts
@tajhotels A #roomwithaview from the Taj
Lake Palace, Udaipur #destinationwedding
@scottdunn_travel #NewZealand is all
about the outdoors; there’s so much to
do #paddleboarding #climbing #surf
@tajhotels Dive into the ocean from a deck
at your private villa @TajMaldives #Maldives
#DestinationWedding #VacationAtExotica
@scottdunn_travel in central #Burma you’ll
find the ancient city of #Bagan, dotted with
thousands of ancient #stupas and #temples
@elegantresorts @thejamaicainn has
been named one of the best hotels in the
Caribbean by US news! #luxury
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For an alternative take on a classic marquee, embrace a celebration
under canvas – tipi style. But if you’re finding hire costs are eating up
the budget, check out new family-owned company Boutipi (boutipi.
co.uk). After bride-to-be Michelle discovered she couldn’t afford
the tipi of her dreams due to the added cost of furniture hire, her
entrepreneur dad saw an opportunity. Enter Boutipi! It offers bundles
which include affordable tipi hire, as well as a range of extras for free,
such as floor matting, tables, wooden chairs, a dancefloor and fairylights.
Have fi zz, will travel
What better way to add bubbles to your big day than with your
very own vintage Prosecco van? The Frizzenti mobile bars (frizzenti.
com), are original 1970s Citroën vans which have been lovingly
restored and adapted into fully-equipped bars providing chilled
glasses of Italian fizz to your guests. With their trademark French
style they’ll make for the ultimate prop, you can even have your own
personalised panels above the counter, as well as a practical way to
serve cool Prosecco by the glass. The vans are available for hire
across the country and you can choose between a ‘dry hire’ or a
drinks package which can also include white, red and rosé wines.
sky-high
hens
Remember that structure
in the Olympic Park which
looks like a helter-skelter
made from red liquorice?
Well, now that Claire
Balding has moved out,
it’s still a hive of activity!
The ArcelorMittal Orbit is
now the perfect first port
of call for a London hen
do as it’s possible to take
a yoga class 80 metres
up, or – if you have the
cast-iron nerve – abseil
those 80 metres to the
ground. Recently, the
Orbit also hosted its first
wedding. Contact events@
arcelormittalorbit.com.
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Would you have multiple best
men at your wedding?
Two brides share their thoughts on super-sizing the groom’s
party, or sticking with tradition and opting for just one wingman
❝
Yes!
Says fashion editor Sarah
Says creative director Shannon
When it came to planning our for thcoming
When my husband Paul and I got married he had
wedding and making a decision regarding the
three best men – he would have had four but
best man, my fiancé Tom didn’t even need to
one of them couldn’t make it! There’s quite a lot
think about it. His brother Will was the perfect
of pressure put on the best man on a wedding
candidate! And as a bride, I think I’ve always
day, not just regarding the duties but the speech
personally known it would only be Will standing next to Tom at
too, so I think on the day they were all relieved to share centre
the end of the aisle. He’s been there for Tom for the last 25 years,
stage and do a joint speech/comedy routine. Plus, our wedding was
and they really bring out the best in each other. They’ve got the
in the US, so with everyone suffering from jet lag after the flight,
same sense of humour and they’re
it was good to have a lot more
on the same wavelength – as well
pairs of eyes on the ball so that it
as being totally there for each
never once got dropped! Paul had
other with all the big stuff too.
a stag night and all of his best men
Tom does have some really close
did their part in making it a night
friends from school and they’ve
to remember (Or not, as the case
all grown up together in the same
may be…) Other than that, when
area, but we’re having quite a
it came to the best man duties in
traditional wedding and we knew
the run up and on the day itself,
we wanted to keep it simple and
I can see why it could have been
straightforward so it didn’t even
a case of ‘too many cooks’, but
cross his mind to have more than
actually everything fell into place
one best man. We also both felt it
nicely. I think it helps that we both
would be more special to have just
grew up in big families so there
one, as the title itself suggests a
has never been too much precise
solo role and it feels as though its
order and organisation to our
impor tance would be diminished
everyday lives. Everyone has just
slightly if two or more were to
always instinctively been where
take it on. Also, trying to split the
they need to be for each other,
best man’s speech two or three
doing what’s needed to be done
ways didn’t appeal – it might end
at the right time. That’s the chaotic
up being a bit stop-and-star t with
beauty of large families, and I guess
not much fluidity. I witnessed this
larger wedding par ties too. We
at a friend’s wedding once, and it
never considered trying to make
just didn’t work very well. I know
the group smaller, in fact, we threw
Will is more than capable of
out the idea of just running to
handling the role on his own, and
the courthouse to do it the easy
he was absolutely chuffed to be asked. He’ll be When Andy Murray married long-term girlfriend Kim
way; we knew our wedding day had to be big
Sears, his three best men included his brother Jamie
great at keeping Tom relaxed in the build up to
because of the sizes of both of our families.
the big day and because they know each other
Our family and friends were really supportive
so well he knows exactly what Tom wants for his stag do. If he does
of all our choices, and they never tried to get us to make it smaller
need a bit of help or suppor t with stuff like organising the stag,
because, like us, they wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. To
writing the speech or on the day itself, he’ll have four ushers who
us, our wedding day was all about strength in numbers and having
can help weigh in!
great support from our wonderful friends and family. W
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No!
10 Things To Look For In Your Perfect
Wedding Photographer
Oliver and Ruth travel throughout
the UK to provide couples with
beautiful, timeless, documentary
wedding photographs that are
filled with emotion. Here are 10
reasons why they might just be the
perfect wedding photographers
for you:
4. Two Photographers
1. Emotive Photography
You won’t find cheesy poses or
dated photoshop actions. Just
beautiful, documentary wedding
photography that should never go
out of style.
Focussing on you and the people
you are closest to, Oliver and Ruth
work with a documentary
approach to capture the magical
moments and emotions of your
wedding day as they happen.
2. Unobtrusive Storytelling
Their discreet, fly-on-the-wall
approach means you’ll hardly
notice they are there. Of course
they will also include a small
handful of casually posed
photographs to provide the perfect
balance.
3. Feel Relaxed
During the brief periods where a
little more direction is needed, you
can be certain that their easy
going, friendly approach will put
everyone at ease.
Two award winning
photographers. Two alternate
viewpoints. One fantastic record
of your day.
5. Timeless Photographs
6. Full Day Coverage
Included as standard. Extended
evening coverage is also available
so you don’t miss any of the dance
floor action.
7. Pre-Wedding Sessions
There is no need to feel anxious
about your wedding photography.
If you think it will help, a prewedding photo session is included
for all couples so that you feel
completely comfortable on the
wedding day.
8. High Res Digital Images
The complete set of digital images
from your wedding day are
available. Each image is finished
with professional processing
techniques to ensure the highest
quality, with full rights to make
unlimited prints for personal use.
9. Finest Albums
Albums are professionally
designed with your choice of
images. Three stunning, distinct
styles are available from
contemporary to classic.
10. Couples Are Saying Great
Things
“We are absolutely blown away
and so so happy. Thank you so so
much… you are both truly artists
and exceptional at your craft.” Rhian & Simon, Llansantffraed
Court, 13th July 2013
Find out what other customers are
saying at www.oliverandruth.com
Tel: 029 2075 4217
WEDDING trends
Photography: POLLY ALEXANDRE (alexandreweddings.com), KRISTEN BOOTH
(KRISTENBOOTH.NET) FLORAL CHANDELIER: RED FLORAL (REDFLORAL.CO.UK)
Reception perfection
Blogger Naoise McNally of One Fab Day reveals the hottest reception trends and
how to work them into your big day
Paper pretty
Floral-inspired wedding stationery has always
been a firm favourite with brides, but there’s a
hot new look emerging which centres around
dramatic florals. Big, statement blooms are
given an edge with vibrant colour palettes.
Think of a classic Dutch Masters style, made
modern with graphic, illustrated and handpainted designs in bright combinations.
Trend tip: Wooden wedding invitations –
printed on very thin sheets of wood – are
perfect for a rustic-style wedding and will get
guests talking from the very moment they
open the envelope.
Up in the air
If you’re passionate about flowers and are
looking for something a little bit different,
hanging floral décor is the way forward. A
dramatic and breathtaking focal point for any
ceremony or reception space, guests will be
blown away from the moment they enter
the room. If you’re using long tables, consider
hanging floral chandeliers overhead, it’s the
perfect way to bring stylish florals into your
décor without disturbing the conversation.
Trend tip: Bold blooms are adorning
ceremony arches everywhere. Similar to the
traditional church entrance floral arches, these
are a great way to add extra impact to an
indoor or outdoor ceremony space.
Bright and beautiful
Move over naked cakes, traditional smooth
iced cakes are back with a bang this year!
These aren’t the ordinary white cakes we’ve
seen before, this season it’s all about colour.
From red to yellow, peach to pink and
green to blue – wedding cakes are now all
the colours of the rainbow – and they’re
gorgeous!
Trend tip: Chalkboard cakes are also a huge
hit this year. Dark fondant creations are
hand-drawn with intricate, chalky details to
resemble the look of a blackboard. They’re a
Blossom and
Roses from With
Love Wedding
Stationery
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beautiful way to add a personalised element
to your big day, and completely edible too!
Ultra glam
Glamour is back with full force, and the focus
is on beautifully executed décor. Receptions
are set for a dash of luxe: featuring tables
laden with crystal and silver, complete with
overflowing floral centrepieces, creating
an old-Hollywood glamour theme with a
fabulously grand vibe.
Trend tip: Champagne is always a wedding
favourite, but the trend for putting a personal
spin on reception drinks is huge at the
moment. Themed cocktail bars complete
with bride and groom signature cocktails are
seriously hot on the list of must-haves. W
Find more from Naoise at One Fab
Day (onefabday.com). For tickets to The
National Wedding Show this autumn, visit
nationalweddingshow.co.uk.
Hand-tied bouquet of
‘Pearl Avalanche’ and
David Austin roses,
‘Avalanche’ spray roses,
hydrangeas, freesias,
hypericum berries,
senecio foliage, thlaspi
and waxflower, Amie
Bone Flowers
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to The National Wedding Show
For endless exciting ideas to inspire you, The National Wedding Show
is the place to be this autumn
ALEXIA DESIGNS
Get two tickets for £20
ALFRED ANGELO
For fabulously fun wedding planning, head to The National Wedding Show this autumn. With more
than 300 experts specialising in everything from exquisite wedding gowns to gorgeous flowers,
and striking stationery to honeymoon hideaways, you can try, buy, book and hire everything you
need for your big day – all under one roof!
If you’re still on the hunt for your dream dress, then take a front-row seat at the spectacular
Catwalk Show. Featuring the latest wedding trends from the hottest designers, including Alfred
Angelo, Jarlo Bridal, Candy Anthony, Suzanne Neville, Jenny Packham and Qiana Bridal, you’re
sure to find inspiration for all of your wedding party. Plus, with the latest bridal beauty and
hair trends from award-winning mineral make-up brand bareMinerals, nail favourites
Essie and hair care experts Fudge Professional, you can find inspiration for your entire
wedding look.
Once you’ve watched the shows, be sure to check out the Bridal Boutique and Designer Area
to shop a myriad of stunning styles and meet the friendly experts who will be on hand to
offer big-day styling tips and on-trend advice.
Next stop is the Top 10 Tips at the Wedding Theatre, hosted by television producer Jane
Galpin. Here you’ll receive the hottest insider tips, and with live demonstrations and Q&A
sessions, it’s definitely not to be missed.
Reception ideas will be at the top of your list, too, and with a whole host
of renowned cake makers and floral designers, you’re guaranteed to discover
Diary
all the inspiration you need for those finer details.
dates
Finally, after a jam-packed day, retire to the Afternoon Tea Room to enjoy
The National Wedding
a delectable spread, or celebrate in style with a glass of bubbly in the
Show takes place at London
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Rose Parlour
cake from Jessica
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F O R
P L E A S U R E
real-Life
weddings
We bring you 18 pages packed with ideas
from the most beautiful big-day celebrations
Photography: abby jiu (abbyjiu.com)
from city chic to
coastal charm
Inspired settings and on-trend colour palettes
Cakes, flowers &
dream dresses
Pretty pieces to style your way
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London pride
Rebecca and Frans’ perfectly styled big day was filled with sophisticated sparkle
♥
REBECCA & FRANS
Rebecca, 32, an events planner, and Frans,
36, director of operations at Benugo, married
at All Saints Church, Fulham, followed by a
reception at Fulham Palace, London.
The inspiration... We wanted the look
to be glamorous and romantic, with plenty
of sparkle for the evening party! Although
we loved the idea of a countryside wedding,
many of our guests came from outside the
UK and were keen to visit London. We were
thrilled to find Fulham Palace, with its huge
lawns it makes you feel like you’re miles away
from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The style... I’d always had a clear vision for
my dress: strapless with a full tulle skirt that
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was classic and pretty – a gown I would still
love 30 years down the line. I finally found
the style I wanted during a Christmas break
in New York with friends. I wore it with a
diamond necklace Frans had given me the
night before, my mother’s veil and a pair of
pink Valentino shoes. I’d always imagined
Frans wearing a white tuxedo jacket and I
thought he looked seriously handsome on the
day. My maids paired their sparkly dresses
with posies of peonies, roses, sweet peas,
dahlias and zinnias wrapped in gold sequins.
The details... The chair-backs were my
favourite detail; covered in blowsy flora and
ribbons, and we had a floral chandelier as
the focal point. We even dropped floating
peony heads into the fountain outside. The
inside of the marquee smelled like a garden
and looked so beautiful! Afterwards we
donated all the flowers to charity organisation,
Floral Angels (floralangels.com). Our tables
“The inside of the marquee
smelled like a garden and
looked so beautiful!”
were dressed in white and pink linens with
gold sequin runners, and our top table
showcased our personalised crest. The table
numbers were paintings of places we had
visited together – and we now have them
hanging on our living room wall. The tables
also featured gold cutlery, napkins embossed
with our crest and vintage champagne flutes.
For our out-of-town guests, we had cute
welcome bags filled with cookies, bottles of
strawberry-infused gin and English tonic. W
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the LAST WORD
My favourite moment... I loved walking into our cocktail reception
with Frans, as all of our friends and family toasted to us as husband and
wife for the first time. Our first dance was also really special. We chose an
acoustic version of Jack Johnson’s I Got You. We didn’t rehearse anything –
we just spun around a lot! But it felt like we were the only two people in
the room.
My tip for brides-to-be... Do your research when it comes to hiring
vendors – I spent a lot of time browsing UK wedding blogs, magazines and
photographers’ websites to see their work. Hiring professionals that you
trust will give you a sense of calm on the big day.
Compiled by: Leanne Wilcox
Photography: Abby Jiu (abbyjiu.com)
Venue: Fulham Palace (fulhampalace.org)
Flowers: Jay Archer Floral Design (jayarcherfloraldesign.com)
Stationery: BerinMade (berinmade.com)
Table linens: Glimmer & Threads (glimmerandthreads.com)
Cake: Little Boutique Bakery (littleboutiquebakery.co.uk)
Dress: Hayley Paige at Kleinfeld Bridal, New York (kleinfeldbridal.com)
Bridesmaids’ dresses: Adrianna Papell (adriannapapell.com)
Flowergirl dress: I Love Gorgeous (ilovegorgeous.co.uk)
Groomswear: A Suit That Fits (asuitthatfits.com)
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18ct white gold
pear-cut yellow
diamond ring, £3,710,
Laings of Glasgow
White button
blazer, £115,
shirt, £22.50,
bow-tie, £9.95, all
Skopes at House
of Fraser
Diamond earrings,
£1,800, Holts
London
Buttonhole of
‘Pearl Avalanche’
rose, pittosporum
and eucalyptus,
Philip Hammond
Designer Florist at
The Dorchester
Hair circlet of spray
roses, ‘Blushing Bride’
protea, sprayed
hypericum berries
and waxflower,
Jamie Aston
‘Natalya’ cake,
£725 (serves
120), Abigail
Bloom
Peony &
Blush Suede
cologne, £82
(100ml), Jo
Malone
Ivory French silk tulle
gown with pearl
encrusted bodice,
£2,900, Catherine
Deane
‘Vanilla’
macarons,
from £1.80
each, Ladurée
Get the look
Compiled by: Sarah Tippett (fashion and beauty) and Lauren Godfrey (lifestyle). For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Glowing
for gold
Crystal details, peach blooms and
lashings of golden luxe create the
perfect reception palette
Champagne
saucers, £50
(for four),
LSA
Eau de cologne
perfume bottle,
£14.95,
Dotcomgiftshop
Heart detail
water bottle,
£4, Wilko
Brushed copper 24-piece
cutlery set, £180, House
of Fraser
Apothecary bottle, £9.95,
Dotcomgiftshop
Hand-tied bouquet of
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Austin roses, ‘Princess
Charlene’ garden roses,
ranunculus, hellebores,
lilac, flowering jasmine,
sage and cow parsley,
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Events
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Gold votive,
£60, Lalique
at Amara
Blush heels
with bow
detail, £210,
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REAL-LIFE weddings
French connection
Olivia and Sam chose classic English elegance for their alfresco celebration in France
OLIVIA & SAM
Olivia, 26, a boyswear buyer at Matalan, and
Sam, 31, a property development surveyor,
tied the knot at the groom’s parents’ house,
with a reception on Paloma Beach, SaintJean-Cap-Ferrat, France.
The inspiration... We wanted an alfresco
day filled with beautiful flowers, and held our
humanist ceremony in Sam’s parents’ garden
in the south of France – a place where we
had spent many wonderful holidays as a
family. Paloma Beach is a spot Sam would
visit as a child and was where he proposed
to me in the summer of 2013. Our wedding
had a party-like atmosphere which lasted the
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whole weekend, and our guests loved the
champagne reception on the beach.
The style... My lace fishtail gown had
detachable straps and buttons which ran
all the way down the back. The hem had
beautiful scalloped detailing as did my veil
– which I absolutely loved wearing! Finding
my outfit was much easier than I thought it
would be – I had an idea of the style I wanted
but kept an open mind, something I would
recommend to all brides-to-be. Our florist
specialises in roses and created a beautiful
bouquet of garden roses and pink hydrangeas
for me to hold. My sister, Hannah, was our
only bridesmaid. She coordinated her look
with mine in an ivory gown handmade by
dressmaker Emma Beaumont in Cheshire.
The details... We set tables out on
the beach, dressing them with white linen,
bouquets of garden roses and scattered
pink petals. Our order-of-service cards were
“We chose to keep the décor
simple, as the view from the
beach was stunning on
its own.”
fans, there were white parasols to hand, and
everyone received gift-wrapped macaron
favours. We chose to keep the décor simple,
as the view from the beach was stunning on
its own, and we filled the space with candles
and lanterns. After dinner, a cheese wedding
cake was the perfect way to complete our
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♥
THE LAST WORD
My favourite moment... When my sister was called up to
do her reading at the ceremony, much to our surprise, my younger
brother and pageboy Harry jumped up onto a chair beside her and
began reading the first line from each verse. It was something they
had practised together in secret beforehand. It was an incredibly
proud moment for me and a wonderful idea.
My tip for brides-to-be... Only you will know if something isn’t
quite right on the day – your guests will not! Remember to take your
time on the day and don’t let anyone rush you from one place to
another. Relax and enjoy...
Photography: Julie Michaelsen Photography (juliemichaelsen.com)
Venue: Paloma Beach, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (paloma-beach.com)
Flowers: Au Nom De La Rose (aunomdelarose.fr)
Dress: White Rose Bridal (whiterosebridal.com)
Veil: Joyce Jackson at Rainbow Club (rainbowclub.co.uk)
Bridesmaid dress: Emma Beaumont Design (emmabeaumont.com)
Groomswear: Austin Reed (austinreed.co.uk)
Celebrant: Celia Ford Drummond (theenglishcelebrant.com)
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Pink vase,
£14.95,
Annabel
James
‘Wedding’
arrow sign,
£2.75, Sass &
Belle
Cherry Blossom
L’eau hand
cream, £8,
L’Occitane
White gold diamond
starburst ring, £475,
with white gold
diamond wedding
band, £275, from
The Bridal Suite
at F.Hinds
Decorative jar
with bird stopper,
£7.50, The Contemporary Home
Pink glass
tumbler,
£3.50,
Tesco
Delicious Delights
Dreamsicle eau de toilette,
£37 (50ml), DKNY
Flowergirl floral
dress,
£42,
Monsoon
Lollibalm
hydrating
tinted lip
balm, £14.50,
Benefit
Cosmetics
Lace and satin wedding
dress, approx £1,080,
Kenneth Winston at
Private Label by G
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Pink bow
fascinator,
£12, M&Co
Get the look
Pretty in
pink
Be inspired by summer-petal
shades of rose, peony and
blossom
Yellow satin
butterfly box
clutch, £600,
Aruna Seth
Hand-tied bouquet
of peonies,
hydrangeas, Sweet
Williams, astrantia
and waxflower,
Tineke Floral Designs
Kastehelmi
bowl, £31,
Iittalia at
Cloudberry
Living
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Bow stud
earrings,
£509, 77
Diamonds
Vine pearl hair
pin, £140 each,
Victoria Fergusson
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REAL-LIFE weddings
A colourful fete
Polly and Adrian created a vibrant carnival-like setting for their outdoor celebration
Polly & Adrian
Polly, 30, a buyer, and Adrian, 30, a marketing
director, married at St. James’ Church, followed
by a reception at the bride’s parents’ home
in Goffs Oak, Hertfordshire.
The inspiration... We wanted our
wedding to be fun, vibrant and relaxed. We’d
always been set on getting married in my
local village church to carry on the family
tradition. So we went for a simple church
ceremony, followed by a reception in my
parents’ garden. Our palette was white and
navy and our flowers, ribbons, and pom poms
provided pops of orange, yellow and coral
which created a carnival feel. We designed a
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logo from our initials to use on our save-thedates, and this extended to all the stationery
and wedding artwork. As our initials read
‘PandA’, we decided to incorporate panda
illustrations to add a level of quirkiness!
The style... My dress was custom-made
by Parisian designer, Fabienne Alagama. I
had gathered tons of ideas from Pinterest,
and after trying on around 40 dresses, I
called upon Fabienne’s help to create a really
unique gown which fit perfectly. I finished my
look with a pair of candy-coloured Sophia
Webster shoes. Adrian wore a blue Paul
Smith suit, along with a Wooyoungmi shirt,
while my bridesmaids wore a mix of light
cream dresses to suit their shapes and tastes.
They added a splash of colour with lilac
clutches, and orange floral wrist corsages.
The details... We ate at long tables as we
felt they were more relaxed and sociable. The
navy and white damask-print table runners
“Our flowers, ribbons and
pom poms provided pops
of orange, yellow and coral
which created a carnival feel”
inspired our main palette, while colourful
pom poms added vibrancy. The tables were
full of sunflowers, which doubled as our table
numbers and we also had a salted caramel
cake topped with a sunflower. Our talented
illustrator friend designed an amazing mural
to tell our story so far, and we used this as a
backdrop for photos, adding fun props. In the
evening, guests tucked into tacos from our
Mexican street food truck. W
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the LAST WORD
My favourite moment... On the way to the reception, in our vintage
1962 Rolls Royce, we took a detour to capture some photos in and around
my local area. This led to some of our favourite photos away from the
chaos and madness of the day! It was nice to take it in together.
My tip for brides-to-be... Recruit friends that might have hidden
hobbies and talents to help you. Don’t underestimate how much time it
takes to do DIY projects either. I ran out of time when I was making the
pocketsquares for the men. Luckily, I had a little assistance from a local
seamstress which helped to relieve the pressure.
Photography: Alexandra Wysocki (alexandrawysocki.com)
Flowers: Cut ‘n’ Dried Florist (cutndriedflorist.co.uk)
Dress: Fabienne Alagama (fabiennealagama.com)
Shoes: Sophia Webster (sophiawebster.com)
Bridesmaids’ dresses: ASOS (asos.com)
Groomswear: Paul Smith (paulsmith.co.uk); Wooyoungmi, Paris
(wooyoungmi.com); Crockett & Jones (crockettandjones.com)
Cake: Pomp De Franc Cake Society (pompdefranc.co.uk)
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Buttonhole
of ‘Viking’
double tulip and
‘Gypsy Queen’
hyacinths, Jane
‘Just Married’
Packer
luggage tag, £16
for two,
Paperchase
‘Summer Flowers’
cake, £430 (serves
80), Nevie Pie
Crystal and
pearl hair pin,
£18 each,
Lavender by
Jurgita
Paper pom
poms, £8.99 (for
pack of five),
Ginger Ray
‘Clementine’
petals, £15.85 per
litre, Shropshire
Petals
Sterling silver
drop floral
earrings, £219,
Clogau
Silver citrine ring,
£38, Gemporia
Silk satin art
deco-inspired
dress with
beaded
shoulders, £1500,
Alan Hannah
Get the look
Orange
crush
Add a twist of tangerine
to a British summertime
celebration
Royal blue wool suit, from
£1,499, Roberto Revilla
Sterling silver
feather cufflinks,
£115, I Love a
Lassie
Orange
beaded
headband,
£425, EmilyLondon
Metallic silver
shoes with
jewel detail,
£50, ASOS
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Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Caraluna’ roses,
‘Gabara’ spray roses,
‘Clooney’ ranunculus,
guelder rose,
poppies, waxflower
and jasmine, Aflorum
Orange metallic
occasion clutch,
£59, Dune
Clear lotus chair,
£160, Sweetpea &
Willow
‘Palladian’ orange
accent plate, £30,
Wedgwood at
Prezola
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(lifestyle). Photography: Pixelate Photography. For stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Eros Pour
Femme eau de
parfum spray,
£95 (100ml),
Versace at
Debenhams
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REAL-LIFE weddings
Once upon a time
A magical woodland set the scene for Maria and Corey’s romantic nuptials
Maria & Corey
Maria, 29, a communications coordinator,
and Corey, 29, a pilot for the Air Ambulance,
married in a ceremony at a family residence
on Lake Winnipeg, followed by a reception at
Pineridge Hollow, Manitoba, Canada
The inspiration... We wanted to create
a romantic, woodland fairytale feel, which
was also down-to-earth, like us. We married
in the forest by my grandparents’ woodland
cabin; we had so many happy memories there
so it felt like the perfect place to celebrate
our love. Our colour palette kept changing
as I couldn’t make up my mind! In the end
we opted for neutral green and beige tones,
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with touches of blush and lavender. As we
love theatre drive-ins, the wonderful staff at
our reception venue hung a makeshift screen
outside the tent so our guests could watch
a special slideshow before our first dance, it
was amazing!
The style... It took me almost a year to
find my dress! I tried a variety of styles, and in
the end I chose a dreamy princess-style gown
which I fell in love with as soon as I put it on.
I removed some of the jewel embellishments
and added a corset back to the bodice, and
it was perfect. I held a pretty posy of garden
roses, hydrangeas and stachys byzantina with
a cute ladybug pendant wrapped around
the stems. My bridesmaids wore beautiful
floor-length gowns by Sorella Vita in a blend
of champagne, pink and purple tones, while
Corey looked handsome in a Vera Wang tux.
The details... We dressed our tables
with burlap and lace tablecloths, and jars of
gypsophila which we displayed on old books.
“We got married in the
forest by my grandparents’
woodland cabin; we had so
many happy memories there”
To complement the vintage element, we hung
black and white family photographs on old
doors. Corey made an adorable candy stand:
Corey and Maria’s Sugar Shack – it was lovely!
He stocked it with loads of sweets and a
popcorn machine which he bought me when
we first started dating. I also made some
customised bags so our guests could take
their sweet treats home as favours. W
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♥
THE LAST WORD
My favourite moment... There were so many beautiful
moments, but just after our first kiss Corey wrapped his arms
around me and gave me a huge hug. It was like nothing I have
felt before – I completely lost myself in the moment!
My tip for brides-to-be... When it comes to your
wedding, everyone will have an opinion. Be considerate and
respectful of others, but ultimately you should go for what you
and your fiancé want. Don’t worry if your decisions are not
practical, we thought getting married in the forest wouldn’t
work, but it was the best decision we made!
Photographer: Kristen Booth (kristenbooth.net)
Venue, florist and cake: Pineridge Hollow (pineridgehollow.com)
Dress: Champagne Bridal (theweddingandparty.com)
Bridesmaids’ dresses: Helene’s Bridal (helenesbridalsalon.com)
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Beaded pearl
necklace, £115,
852London
Glitter-dipped
luggage tags, £3.49
for 10, Ginger Ray
Flowerbomb
eau de
parfum,
£73 (50ml),
Viktor & Rolf
at Selfridges
‘Woodland’ savethe-date card,
from £1, Swoon
At The Moon
Girls white
ballerina
dress, £110,
Sarah Louise
at Childsplay
Clothing
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Renown Unique’
tulips, garden roses,
ranunculus, amaryllis,
sage and eucalyptus,
Rachel Grimes
Flowers
Book storage
boxes, £18,
Next
Big, Bold
& Beautiful
volumising spray,
£14, Percy &
Reed
Ivory silk gown with
embellished straps,
£2,400,
Temperley London
Get the look
Create a vibe of English country
charm with vintage props,
woodland details and
chalk-paint pastels
Buttonhole of
‘Ocean Song’ rose
and lavender, Wild
at Heart
Flowergirl cut-out
white sandals,
£18, Little Miss at
Paradox London
Vintage leather
suitcase, £25,
Raspberry Mash
Canapé
sticks, £4 (for
set of 12),
Wedding In
A Teacup
Dandelion
brightening
face powder,
£23.50, Benefit
Cosmetics
Pink
buttercream
cake, £180
(serves 60),
Yummy Little
Cakes
Nail polish in
Brides to be,
£7.99, Essie
Pearlescent
court shoes
with pearl
detail, £250,
Adara Leigh
London
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stop photography; kathryn edwards photography. for stockists, visit weddingmagazine.co.uk
Colour Crush
eyeshadow
in Lavender
Love, £7, The
Body Shop
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Woods
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A class act
A mansion filled with flowers set the scene for Jennie and Edward’s traditional do
♥
Jennie & Edward
Jennie, 28, a lawyer, and Edward, 28, an
assistant headteacher, married at The Mansion
at Moor Park Golf Club, Rickmansworth.
The inspiration... We said our vows
at our local church as we wanted to get
married in a place that had history for us.
When we first visited Moor Park Mansion,
Edward instantly said he could picture our
wedding there, so we booked it there and
then! The décor was incredible, and we ate
in the magnificent main room, which became
our dancefloor in the evening. We wanted a
traditional wedding, and a palette of pink and
gold ran throughout the details.
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The style... I’m convinced my lace Sassi
Holford gown was the biggest dress in the
shop! When I came out of the dressing room
my mum and sister both burst into tears, so
I knew instantly it was the one. And it had
pockets! With it I wore a long veil and held
a gently-rounded bouquet of garden roses,
lisianthus, spray roses and hydrangeas. Edward
and his groomsmen wore blue three-piece
suits from Moss Bros, which worked perfectly
for our summer wedding, teamed with pale
pink ties and pocket squares to match the
bridesmaids’ dresses. I’d sent my maids dress
ideas in advance as I wanted them to be
happy with the choice we’d made.
The details... I love flowers and could
have spent half our budget on them! Luckily
I didn’t have to, as both the church and
reception venue were very ornate. I love how
“The décor was incredible;
we ate in the magnificent
main room, which became our
dancefloor in the evening.”
gypsophila looks en masse: so I gave the florist
the rather vague request of gypsophila ‘clouds’
on each table in the dining room, which
looked fantastic. We even had a gypsophila
frame around the tableplan, and used domes
of gypsophila as pew ends. Our pink and gold
cake was decorated with sugar flowers, and
each tier was a different flavour. We saved
the top tier and ate it for breakfast the day
we came back from our honeymoon! W
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My favourite moment... Before we left for the church, my
bridesmaids gave me a photo album Edward had created of our holidays
and memories, with messages. I couldn’t even look through it properly or
I would have been crying before I even got to the church!
My tip for brides-to-be... I didn’t realise how many small jobs
would need doing in the week leading up to the wedding. Having people
around who were able to help with the last-minute details took a lot of
stress off of the final few days.
Compiled by: Emma Vince
Photography: Fiona Kelly Photography
(fionasweddingphotography.co.uk)
Venue: The Mansion, Moor Park Golf Club (moorparkgc.co.uk)
Flowers: Two Girls & Some Flowers (two-girls-and-some-flowers.co.uk)
Cake: Queen of Herts (queenofhertscakes.co.uk)
Dress: Sassi Holford (sassiholford.com)
Bridesmaid dresses: Alfred Sung at Dessy (dessy.com)
Groomswear: Moss Bros (moss.co.uk)
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Buttonhole of ‘Piano’
rose, tulip, rosemary
and galax leaves,
Stem Flowers
Hanging heart,
£7, Retreat
Home
Gilt picture
frame, £165,
Ayers &
Graces
Red fascinator
with bow, £45,
Accessorize
Fatale Intense
eau de
parfum, £46
(50ml), Agent
Provocateur at
Debenhams
Crystal drop
earrings, £15,
Coast
Get the look
Gold box clutch,
£30, Linzi
Lace sleeved
bridal dress,
£299,
Monsoon
Gilt
grandeur
Gold
sweetheart
ring, £89,
Diamonfire
‘Regency’
cake,
price on
application
(serves
300),
Cakes by
Krishanthi
Glass wine goblets,
£9.50 each, Berry Red
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Burgundy
silk wedding
tie, £19.99,
Swagger and
Swoon
‘Gatsby’
thank-you cards,
£5 (for 10),
Paperchase
Sprinkle your opulent wedding
reception with baroque details
and regal red tones
Tablecentre of ‘Grand
Prix’ and ‘Piano’ roses,
‘Tamango’ spray roses,
ranunculus, anemones,
skimmia, berried
ivy and hypericum
berries, Jamie Aston
Jewel slides,
£5 (set of two),
Warehouse
Gold lace
slingbacks, £235,
Freya Rose
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Unexpected. Understated. Unique. Unpretentious.
Just some of the words our delighted couples have used when describing their South Farm wedding.
From your very first visit to the end of your special day, we take pride in guiding you through the perfect wedding; unobtrusively efficient,
always approachable, and entirely focused on making your dream a reality.
Open Evening Tuesday 9 June
4.00–8.30 pm. Complimentary light refreshments throughout.
The owners and staff warmly invite you to experience the magical location of South Farm and tour our beautiful gardens, enchanting house,
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REAL-LIFE weddings
Beachy dream
Chrissy and Adam said ‘I do’ on the beach against a mountainous backdrop
♥
CHrissy & Adam
Chrissy, 36, a photographer, and Adam, a real
estate agent, 35, married at Hyatt Regency
Lake Tahoe Resort, Nevada.
The inspiration... We wanted to create
an experience for our guests, something that
was sophisticated yet earthy and rustic. We
chose our venue not only for its beautiful
beachfront location, but because it’s special
to us. Adam and I had hiked the 165-mile trail
of mountain range which circles Lake Tahoe
the summer before, and we snowboard there
in the winter. For our décor and outfits, we
chose a palette of sage, blue and peach to
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complement the natural surroundings.
The style... I found my Reem Acra dress in
a boutique in San Francisco, I loved how light
the silk chiffon layers were. I wore my twin
sister’s necklace, which she had also worn on
her wedding day, a bracelet I bought during
a trip to Bali, and a pair of mint-green Jimmy
Choo sandals. I was relaxed when it came
to my bouquet and gave my florist control
after showing her my Pinterest board. She
created a posy of peonies, garden roses and
succulents – it smelled amazing! Adam looked
very handsome head-to-toe in Paul Smith,
while my bridesmaids wore their own choice
of dresses in a palette of pink and peach.
The details... We served lemonade and
iced tea on the beach before the ceremony,
and cocktails before dinner. A friend played
acoustic slide guitar during the ceremony
and Adam’s DJ friend played throughout the
“My florist created a
posy of peonies, garden
roses and succulents –
it smelled amazing!”
reception. Guests dined on salmon, chicken
or steak – all of which were locally sourced,
and served with a variety of salads and wines.
Later, they tucked into chocolate cupcakes.
For added entertainment, we set up a
photobooth using my equipment, which went
down well with our guests. We also provided
a shoe valet so they could store their shoes
and pop on a pair of flip-flops to dance in! W
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THE LAST WORD
My favourite moment... The whole day was
wonderful, but Adam and I seeing each other in our
outfits for the first time just before the wedding will
always stay in my mind.
My tip for brides-to-be... Add as many
personal elements as you can into the day – and ask
the talented people in your life to get involved in the
planning, they will be honoured!
Compiled by: Leanne Wilcox
Photography: Melina Wallisch Photography (melinawallisch.com)
Venue: Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort (laketahoe.hyatt.com)
Planning: Felicia Events (feliciaevents.com)
Flowers: Thran’s Flowers (thransflowers.com)
Dress: Reem Acra (reemacra.com)
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Green and
gold clutch
bag, £45,
Streetlevel at
Amazon
CK One Summer
2015 eau de toilette,
£30.99 (100ml),
Calvin Klein at
Fragrance Direct
Dark blue
contemporary
fit linen jacket,
£199, Austin
Reed
Tablecentre of drift
wood, hellebores,
spray roses, lichen
and dried asparagus
fern, Zita Elze
‘Beach’ RSVP
card, from
£2.26, Zazzle
Get the look
Super
natural
Grey cotton
bow tie, from
£12.50, The
Tie Bar
Blackboard
print, £23, The
Wedding Of
My Dreams
Buttonhole of
scabiosa stellata,
serruria florida,
rosemary,
blackberries,
sanguisorba and
hebe, Flowers by
Kirsty
Beaded lace
and tulle
ball gown,
£1,350, Justin
Alexander
Bring the garden to the
beach with a touch of
rustic-luxe
Wicker basket of flip flops,
‘Vintage Beads
£60 (includes basket and
and Butterflies’
20 pairs of glitter flip flops),
cake and cupcakes,
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AS SEEN
ON SCREEN
Some of the most famous and
picturesque buildings on film
and TV are also available for
wedding hire...
Stoke Park: Bridget Jones’ Diary
The name’s Park. Stoke Park. You may recognise this grade I listed building from Bond classics such as
Goldfinger and Tomorrow Never Dies. Or, you might recollect the Great Hall, Pennsylvania Suite and lake
appeared in the memorable mini-break scenes from Bridget Jones’ Diary. Just four miles away from
Pinewood studios, Stoke Park has always been a firm favourite in the British film industry. Now, it’s a
favourite with brides too, thanks to its graceful interiors, 300 acres of parkland and convenient location
just half-an-hour from London. Packages from £150 per person. 01753 717188, stokepark.com.
Cornwell Manor:
The Holiday
Follow in the footsteps of Cameron
Diaz and Jude Law in guilty-pleasure
Christmas classic The Holiday by
celebrating at Cornwell Manor in
the Cotswolds. Who can forget
the scene in the film when a
divinely-styled Cam and Jude take
lunch and frolic in the gardens as
they fall in love? We can’t promise
the Hollywood-worthy budget,
but thanks to the beauty of the
16th century manor house set
in 2,000 acres of grounds, you’ll
certainly feel like a few million
bucks. The ballroom is licensed
for weddings, while there’s also
the option of exchanging vows in
Cornwell Parish Church, which is
within walking distance. Prices from
£3000 per night. 01608 698673,
cornwellmanor.com.
Castle Ward:
Game Of Thrones
Game of Thrones fans might recognise Castle
Ward in Northern Ireland from the early
episodes, as the 18th century mansion
doubled as Stark headquarters: Winterfell. The
historic farmyard is seen in series one, and
also provides the backdrop to scenes in the
Whispering Wood, Robb Stark’s camp and the
Baelor battle. While nuptials throughout the
series have a bad reputation (let’s not mention
the Red Wedding...), a celebration at Castle
Ward will run without a hitch. There are two
sites for a marquee, and the stable-yard tea
room offers additional space for an evening
reception. All this, surrounded by the natural
beauty of County Down. Wedding is coming.
Room hire starts from £1,250. 028 4488 1204,
nationaltrust.org.uk/castle-ward.
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Alnwick Castle:
Harry Potter and the
Philosopher’s Stone
Who can forget the first glimpse we get of
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
in Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone? As
the wide-eyed first years sailed towards the
moonlit school in a fleet of candle-bedecked
boats, it’s hard to image that anyone watching
wasn’t as enchanted as they were. So the
good news is that you can have yourself a
little piece of movie magic by hosting your
big day at Alnwick Castle, Northumberland,
which appeared in the films. The Norman
castle features a banqueting hall with
restored beams, stone arches, and a cobbled
courtyard for a drinks reception. Magical
soundtrack optional. Off-peak room hire
from £250. 01665 511100, alnwickcastle.com.
Blenheim Palace:
Cinderella
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The famous locale has been seen on
screen many, many times but topping
the list are two of this year’s biggest
productions: campy E! drama The Royals
and blockbusting fairytale Cinderella.
So whether you caught a glimpse
as Elizabeth Hurley’s Queen Helena
stalked the property, or noticed it as the
prince’s palace when Cinders passed by
in her carriage, the important bit is that
you can actually host your big day there.
The palace offers a variety of options
where you can tie that knot including
The Orangery and the double-vaulted
Marlborough Room, while The Saloon,
The Great Hall and The Long Library
are all fitting backdrops for a suitably
stunning reception. Price on application.
01993 810530, blenheimpalace.com.
Highclere Castle:
Downton Abbey
If you fancy yourselves as lord and lady of
the manor, you’ll be delighted to discover
you can marry with all due pomp and
ceremony at Highclere Castle, the real house
behind fictional Downton Abbey. This glorious
Victorian building offers brides an elegant
day, set in a stately yet familiar backdrop.
With period features galore, Highclere is
home to myriad grand rooms you’ll recognise
from the show, including the drawing room
and the dining room. The opulent saloon, at
the heart of the castle, is licensed for civil
ceremonies and the bride can make her
grand entrance down the sweeping oak
staircase. Exclusive use from £15,000. 01635
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Vendors
assemble!
Identify the bridal A-team who’ll make your dream day a reality
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t’s the day of the wedding, and you are
surrounded by a sea of smiling friends
and family, but there will be others on
the sidelines who – while not in the spotlight
– still play an important role in your big day.
From the caterers and venue staff to your
wedding photographer, your suppliers will
play a huge part in how smoothly the day
runs, and are key to bringing your vision to
life. With such influential roles in your day,
you’ll want to make sure you’ve sourced the
best possible people for your wedding dream
team. But, where to start?
consult your friends
Begin your search close to home. In fact, why
not right at your front door? For some lucky
brides, the family home might be big enough
to host the reception, or your parents’ garden
could fit the marquee you’ve always dreamed
of. Before setting off on your quest to find
venues and suppliers, assess what you already
have, and what you and your friends can do
yourselves. Crowd-sourcing is the perfect
option for brides planning a wedding filled with
DIY touches, or who are on a tight budget. If
your own craft skills leave a lot to be desired,
cast the net further and look for talented family
members who would be happy to contribute
to your day. More often than not, friends and
family are willing to offer their services for free,
as it gives them a chance to feel involved in the
big day, and they can double-up their gesture as
a wedding gift to the couple.
Word of mouth recommendations are critical
to businesses; hairdressers, beauticians and
restaurants are just a few who rely heavily
on customers telling others about their
services, and it’s one of the reasons review
websites, such as Tripadvisor, are so popular.
In the wedding world, where the budget and
stakes are higher, recommendations are so
important. Newlywed friends will be able to
suggest talented vendors they worked with,
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giving an insight into their customer service
you may not have gleaned from a website
or advert. Additionally, try to think back to
friends’ weddings you’ve attended and the
aspects you particularly enjoyed. Stand-out
dinners and great DJs will often stick in your
mind, and if you enjoyed their service as a
guest, it’s likely you’ll also enjoy it as a bride.
believe will suit your style and budget. “We
only ever recommend suppliers we have
direct experience with,” adds Michelle. “So
we know hand on heart they are the very
best at what they do. Brides should always ask
for recommendations, and tease out exactly
what it was that made a particular supplier
shine, whether it’s their creativity or ability to
respond well to instruction.”
Ask an expert
As well as asking friends, speak with industry
experts for their opinion. Securing the venue
or wedding planner usually happens early
on, and you can use the first vendor as a
jumping-off point to discover the rest of your
team. “A word of mouth recommendation is
important,” explains wedding planner Michelle
Kelly (pocketfulofdreams.co.uk), “and when
it comes from someone within the industry,
you know you’re onto a good thing.” Planners,
florists and photographers you have already
booked should have a feel for who you are
as a couple, and can recommend people they
Check the list
With this in mind, many venues offer
brides a preferred supplier list of endorsed
vendors. “A preferred supplier list will cover
the basics such as caterers and florists,”
explains Emma Hla of Coco Wedding Venues
(cocoweddingvenues.co.uk). “These suppliers
will already know the venue inside out,
ensuring their service is smooth and efficient.
Venues provide these lists because, much like
the bride and groom, they want to work with
the best suppliers too!” Lists are given to the
couple at the first visit or upon booking, “I
Budget-bride case study
If you’re a creative person, you may be planning to make aspects of the day yourself.
Artistic bride-to-be, Rosie Grindrod, is doing just that: “I’d always planned on a DIY
wedding, even before I got engaged,” she explains. “I’ll attempt to make most of the
elements myself, from the décor and flower arranging, to the favours and stationery.
My wedding is still 18 months away so I have plenty of time to research the aspects
I’m not so sure of! I’ve already designed our save-the-dates, and intend to do the
invitations, too.
“I was inspired by a friend’s wedding recently, where everyone chipped in to help. I
loved how it gave the day a real sense of community. I’ll be roping in as many friends
and family as possible when it comes to setting up and decorating the venue!
“My bridesmaid, Lily, is a fantastic baker and offered to bake our wedding cake for us.
And my friend Tom is a great photographer, so he was my first thought when I got
engaged! My sister also happens to be good with a camera, so she will be capturing
some special moments such as getting ready in the morning. As well as saving money,
hand-making my day means I can add a personal touch to every element; I hope
people come to our wedding and say, ‘This is so Rosie and Graeme!’”
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really valued my venue’s list,” recalls Emma.
“As the first of my friends to get married,
the world of weddings was very new to
me. If you like the venue’s taste and style,
the chances are the preferred suppliers will
also be right for you. Don’t be afraid to ask
questions about how they curated the list; a
fabulous venue should be passionate about its
choices and happy to explain them!”
It’s also important to distinguish exactly what
the venue means by ‘preferred’ at this early
stage. In some cases, it may be you have no
choice but to use that supplier, which can be
the case with some in-house caterers. While
you know the preferred suppliers will be of
a high standard, it might be that you have
your heart set on a different one or that you
want more flexibility, and you’ll definitely need
to check their pricing fits with your budget.
“Ask which suppliers are preferred and which
are recommended,” adds Emma. “The latter
means you have more flexibility to choose
your own. If the venue’s terms and conditions
are too restrictive for you, then simply move
on. It’s a decision which has to be made with
both head and heart.”
Do your homework
Recommendations are important, but so is
your own research. It’s time to make like the
experts and catch up on the latest bridal
news. “To uncover great new suppliers,
we attend creative fairs up and down the
country,” says Michelle. “We also read
wedding blogs, follow industry people on
Instagram and join in Twitter discussions,
including #weddinghour.”
There are two stages to researching vendors.
The first is fun, browsing magazines and
blogs to find real-life weddings you love, and
whose décor and photography suit your taste.
“Magazines are brimming with inspiration and
advice,” says photographer Lucy Davenport
(lucydavenport.co.uk). “When it comes
to photography, there are so many terms:
documentary, traditional, reportage, it can all
be quite daunting for new brides-to-be. My
advice would be to simply look at images
and get a feel for the style you love that way.”
Fellow photographer Anushé Low (anushe.
com) agrees: “Past brides have seen my work
on blogs and in magazines and contacted me
directly as a result,” she says. “Story-telling
is a big part of a wedding day, and real-life
wedding features are important as they
display the quality of photography through
a series of images, which is a key part of
showcasing a good photographer.”
Once you’ve found a vendor whose style
you love, the second step is to pin down
dates, location and price. Style is important,
but so are the practicalities, which include
the vendor working within your budget
and traveling to your location. Whether it’s
feasible or not will become obvious once
you’ve visited their website and contacted
them for a quote. It may mean you fall in love
with high-end stationery you can’t afford, or
a photographer based in the US along the
way, but its important to be left with a dream
team who match your style and budget. W
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“A word of mouth
recommendation is
important, and when it
comes from someone
within the industry, you
know you’re onto a
good thing.”
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How to style
your venue
Whatever the location, super-style your
reception from the venue to the menu
Rustic barn
The humble barn has become a popular
choice for countryside weddings; when it
comes to sourcing the perfect venue for a
rustic-yet-stylish celebration the timeless
charm of exposed brick, stonework and
characterful wooden beams has proved to
be a winning combination. And, with their
simple style, they’re easy to dress up or down
depending on your taste. “Barns are perfect
for a more informal occasion,” says wedding
planner Ruth Hunter of Finesse Planning
(finesseplanning.com). “Entertainment is key to
a successful barn wedding, so consider holding
a ceilidh for some pre-evening fun, followed
by a vintage-style band with banjos, tuba and
an upright bass.” Get guests involved in the
day with interactive guest books or by asking
them to bring along homemade sponges or
cupcakes for a bake-off style dessert table.
The décor
“Keep the colours soft and pretty with
tones such as sage and blush if you’re getting
married in spring or summer,” proposes stylist
Louise Beukes (louisebeukes.com). “Then
add a hint of rich berry for autumn weddings.
A barn wedding calls for homespun details,
so you could use seasonal flowers and treat
your guests to produce from nearby farms.
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Incorporate natural materials with hessian
runners, kraft paper and twine for an ecofriendly yet super-stylish look.”
The menu
“Wooden board sharing platters work well
for long tables, as well as a hog roast or
open barbecue with hearty salads on the
side,” suggests Sarah Hammond, director of
catering company “rhubarb”. And provenance
is at the heart of a rustic wedding, she adds.
“Local wines are a popular choice; a few of
the barn venues we work with have their own
vineyards too, while local cider and beers,
as well as a glass of Prosecco on arrival, are
popular choices for summer celebrations.”
Sample menu by “rhubarb”
Canapés
Ham hock croqueta with English pea
purée to dip. Monkfish, pancetta and
rosemary brochette with lemon aioli
Main
Barbecue Scottish salmon, roasted green
and yellow courgettes, blistered cherry
vine tomatoes and basil with sauce vierge
or a cucumber, yoghurt and mint dressing
Dessert
Dark and white chocolate pots with
sparkling berries.
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At a majestic castle or stately home, all-out
luxury is the name of the game. Historic
buildings can often cater for a larger guest
list, so make the most of the existing space
and opulent interiors. “Nothing is too overthe-top for a venue like this,” says Ruth. “In
fact, anything too small is at risk of being
overpowered by the surroundings. Consider
a black-tie dress code as this adds a sense
of occasion to an already lavish affair.” Later,
keep guests entertained with a big band,
and consider ending the night with a bang
watching an impressive fireworks display.
The décor
“Grand banqueting halls cry out for rich and
luxurious colour schemes,” explains Louise.
Oversized floral displays, opulent gilt-edged
crockery and statement lighting complement
this perfectly. Alternatively, pare the look down
with an elegant all-white colour scheme, with
flickering candlelight and gold or silver touches
to create a magical ambience.
The menu
“Opt for three courses and canapés,” suggests
Sarah. “If you’ve chosen a stately venue, it
follows that you may well have old-school
tastes and so could opt for a classic main
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like rack of lamb. Or you might want to go
seasonal, with grouse in August or during the
winter months; venison or pheasant.” She
recommends impressing your guests with
gold-rimmed charger plates or including dryice or smoking liquid nitrogen in wow-factor
desserts, while a cake iced in edible gold
would prove to be a suitably show-stopping
centrepiece. “You’ll almost certainly want to
serve champagne,” Sarah adds. “Additionally,
we have an in-house cocktail specialist who
creates bespoke drinks. Some couples have
separate bride and groom bars, where the
bride’s bar features lovely pink cocktails, such
as strawberry daiquiris, and the groom’s bar
serves espresso martinis.”
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Grand castle
Sample menu by “rhubarb”
Canapés
Buck rarebit with Keen’s Cheddar and
poached quail’s egg in a crisp brioche
Main
Chateaubriand, rösti potatoes, béarnaise
sauce, spinach, sautéed chanterelles, broad
beans and jus roti
Dessert
Summer salad of fragrant melon with
sauternes jelly, lemon and basil sorbet and
edible flowers
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Bohemian tipi
For a day filled with creative details and a
feel-good vibe, find a venue with space to
pitch a tipi or two. “A festival theme is great
for a tipi reception,” says Ruth. “It’s all about
good music, good food and fun!” She suggests
hiring a number of tipis if space allows; one
which could host a selection of street food
stands, another for a bar complete with
hay-bale seating and a third semi-open tipi
as a stage to host bands throughout the day.
Consider keeping your guests entertained in
the evening with a homemade photobooth
complete with vintage props, a temporary
tattoo station and a campfire for roasting your
own marshmallows.
The décor
“I love the tipi trend,” says Louise. “It’s the
perfect opportunity to get creative! Choose
a neutral palette to complement the natural
style of the tipi, or opt for clashing colours
of burnt orange, reds and purples for a
more hippy summer-of-love vibe.” If you’ve
always thought you fancied having a bash at
personalising your big day with some arts and
crafts, then this is the wedding vibe for you.
Louise adds, “This is a perfect style for DIY
brides: make your own wooden signage for a
homemade festival feel.”
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The menu
“A tipi to me shouts Moroccan or orientalstyle food,” explains Sarah. “Or perhaps a
fusion menu – but there are no hard and
fast rules. You could opt for low-level seating,
and go rustic with sharing bowls and plates,
or perhaps let guests dig into a nice tagine.”
Sarah also recommends an assortment of
different food and drink stalls for a festivalstyled day; try a pulled pork or teppanyaki
stand for your savoury options, a candy floss
machine, popcorn truck or old-fashioned
ice cream van for sweet offerings, as well as
a Pimms, Prosecco or cider station for your
drinks. And just hope you won’t get stuck in a
Glastonbury-style queue!
Sample menu by “rhubarb”
Canapés
Chicken shawarma with parsley and
lemon tahini salad and a spiced yoghurt
and mint dip
Main
Lamb mechoui; slow roasted leg of
lamb marinated in sea salt, garlic, cumin,
coriander and thyme
Dessert
Baklava layered pastries with almonds,
pistachios and pine kernels
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Traditional marquee
The versatile and timeless marquee offers a
practical yet pretty option, whatever time of
year you’re getting married. And thanks to
the vast array of different types on offer now;
whether big or small, multi-room or with a
star-cloth ceiling, there will be one to suit all
styles. “Nothing is as quintessentially British as
a marquee in the grounds of a manor house
or your own home,” says Ruth. She suggests
keeping guests entertained through dinner
with a classic pianist or jazz quartet. Later,
bring in a fun element with a photobooth or
karaoke, as well as a disco in the evening to
keep the party going.
The décor
“Take inspiration from the surrounding
countryside and use shades of peach, coral
and pink to update a classic style,” suggests
Louise. “Think blowsy peonies, garden roses
and trailing foliage to bring the outside in.
Marquees are a blank canvas, so add your own
details and colour in the shape of pretty linens,
elegant chandeliers and a floral garland behind
the top table for an extra sophisticated touch.”
Collect bottles and jars to display the flowers
on each table.
The menu
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‘walking starter’, which is lots of larger canapés
rather than a sit-down dish, to give guests
the chance to circulate,” explains Sarah. “For
a traditional main course, opt for breast
of guinea fowl and afterwards serve your
wedding cake with cream or fruit to double
up as the dessert.” Sarah also suggests serving
classic cocktails, such as bellinis, and including a
sideboard of cheeses while, later in the night,
bacon sandwiches and hot dogs will keep
revellers going into the early hours. She adds,
“even at a traditional celebration like this, each
couple wants to give their guests something
slightly different; there’s no such thing as a
completely classic wedding, and that’s what
makes our job so exciting!” W
Sample menu by “rhubarb”
Canapés
Fillet of beef with baby fondant potato
and classic bearnaise sauce
Main
Breast of guinea fowl with pancetta shard,
baby summer vegetables, gnocchi & sauce
vierge
Dessert
Champagne poached peaches with
raspberries, crème fraîche, ice cream and
lavender shortbread
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Classic or Asian tea at
Shangri-la, The Shard
On the 35th floor of London’s tallest skyscraper, Ting
Lounge in the Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, offers a
deluxe afternoon tea with a bird’s eye view of the city.
Relax in luxurious sofas with a glass of champagne, as
the whole of London is rolled out before you through
floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Opt for a Classic or
Asian Inspired Afternoon Tea package; both include a
delicious selection of sandwiches and savouries, plain
and Earl Grey infused scones and a sweet-picking of
pastries. From traditional smoked salmon and crème
fraîche sandwiches to steamed prawn dumplings, and
32 teas to choose from, each menu is sure to tantalise
your taste buds. Be sure to try Ting’s signature ‘Yuzu’
dessert; a baked mousse cheesecake with yuzu (a
Japanese citrus fruit) soaked sponge, topped with
citrus marmalade, and thank us later. Finally, don’t fret
that the finger sandwiches will sate your appetite, your
kind hostess won’t replenish your stand with your
favourites throughout. Prices from £49 each. To book
call 0207 234 8108 or visit ting-shangri-la.com
High Tea Hens
What better way to kick off a London hen do than with
one of the capital’s finest afternoon spreads?
Spatisserie at The Dorchester
Prêt-à-Portea at The Berkeley
This high-fashion high tea in the heart of Knightsbridge offers
a creative twist to a classic English institution. Set in the newly
renovated Caramel room which offers all day dining (sittings for
tea are from 1pm-5.30pm), you’ll arrive to a shoe-shaped name tag
reserving your table and a selection of cakes, pastries, taster spoons,
canapés, savoury skewers and finger sandwiches all designed to
resemble the latest catwalk creations of the world’s top designers.
Our highlights were the Jimmy Choo monochrome Cayla zebra
print bag in Dulcey chocolate moelleux topped with a rainbow of
meringue drops, and the Charlotte Olympia black and scarlet ‘Sarah’
knee high biscuit boot in dark chocolate. Choose between loose
leaf teas including vanilla, pear caramel and white peony and sip a
glass of Laurent-Perrier. Can’t find room for that last tiny fashion
crumb? Take home a cute handbag shaped box filled with leftovers.
Prices from £45 per person. To book, visit the-berkeley.co.uk
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When you’re sunk deep in a gently-glowing sanctuary with a glass of
champagne to soften the edges, it’s hard to believe that you’re slap
bang in the middle of bustling Park Lane. But the subterranean spa
at The Dorchester is a dreamy, peach-lit haven dedicated to girlie
gorgeousness. Combining a luxurious treatment with tea and cake, the
Spatisserie experience is perfect for a day-time hen. You’re welcomed
with an aromatic glass of rose water before being ushered through for
your treatment, and afterwards you’re encouraged to take tea in your
robe. Choose from a selection of sandwiches including smoked salmon,
seafood, cucumber and chicken, while the cakes and pastries include
chocolate raspberry tart and coconut cake with passion mango confit.
After an afternoon of such girlie pampering, you’ll never want to leave!
Priced £45 per person. To book, visit dorchestercollection.com
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WEDDING insight
Traditional afternoon
tea at The Ritz
G&Tea at Dukes
It’s easy to see why this discreet luxury hotel was a
favourite of James Bond author Ian Fleming, as you’ll
be hard pushed to find a more quintessentially English
setting. Although, this is no ordinary afternoon tea. This
is a G&Tea – that’s gin infused with Earl Grey or black
vanilla tea, with a side of sweetened tonic in your milk
jug and a tower of delectable cake. Sandwiches arrive
on a chintzy floral-print cake stand alongside freshly
baked scones, bite-sized jam doughnuts and a selection
of carrot cake, apple panna cotta, mini lemon meringues
and chocolate ganache. Gin buffs won’t be disappointed,
homemade infusions are served over ice in your dainty
vintage teacup. Priced £35 per person. To book call 020
7491 4840 or visit dukeshotel.com
No luxy ladies’ trip to the Big Smoke is
complete without taking afternoon tea
at The Ritz, where dreamy fancies have
been offered since the Edwardian era.
The Palm Court where tea is served is a
Belle Epoque vision of rose and gold and,
thanks to the high frosted glass ceiling,
is so light and airy it’s like eating inside
the souffle of a master pastry chef. The
menu is equally exquisite; sandwiches are
favourites with a twist including cucumber,
cream cheese, dill and chives on caraway
bread, and smoked salmon and lemon
butter on rye, while sweet treats include
chocolate cake, cinnamon macarons and
choux buns filled with hazelnut cream.
Additionally, tea sommeliers are on hand
to recommend different blends – we
loved the Ritz Royal English Tea with the
sandwiches, and delicate Rose Congou for
the cakes. Meanwhile the tinkling piano
accompaniment, and attentive re-fills make
for a truly special experience. From £50
per person. To book, visit theritzlondon.com
Words: Claire Ridley, Marcia Moody, Danielle Wilkins, Leanne Wilcox,
Sarah Tippett, Lauren Godfrey, Katie Byrne
Summer In The City tea at Conrad St James
Wedgwood tea at The Langham
Is there any time of the year more glorious than the summer? In a word,
no, and now an afternoon tea has been created in delicious homage to
this most balmy of seasons. Served in the beautifully airy tea room of the
Conrad St James, it manages to deliver two of our favourite things on a rather
gorgeous plate: cake and sunshine. Think BBQ chicken brioche rolls, citrus
jellies, cocktail-infused pastries and even miniature chocolate ice-cream cones
(coated in hundreds and thousands, naturally). Take your pick from the endless
tea menu – we loved Black Vanilla – add in a harpist playing hits from the Top
40 and free-flowing champagne, and you have a recipe for a rather fabulous
afternoon with the girls. This is a tastebud-tingling trip to the beach, and you
can practically feel the sunshine. Although the good news is you won’t need
to worry about remembering the SPF, or even leaving the super-comfort of
your armchair, for that matter. Mojito macaron, anyone? Prices from £35. To
book, visit conradhotels.com/london W
The grande dame of London hotels turns 150 this year, and has
teamed up with national institution Wedgwood for a particularly
luxurious tea experience. Walking into the champagne-coloured
lounge creates an automatically soothing effect – an oasis in the
middle of the urban jungle. Once seated, choose your infusion
with the help of a friendly tea sommelier before tucking into a
delicious selection of finger sandwiches, followed by a generous
serving of fluffy scones presented on bespoke ‘Langham Rose’
china. Intricately exquisite Wedgwood-style desserts are so pretty
you won’t want to eat them, but once you start, so delicious
you won’t be able to stop! Offerings include an English Rose and
lychee log with a Hathaway Rose motif, a daisy teapot cinnamon
shortbread cookie, a strawberry and white balsamic Victoria
sponge set with a Wedgwood white cameo on blue icing, and a
tea cup finished with white chocolate mousse, tropical-flavoured
jelly and a dark chocolate sablé. From £47 per person. To book, visit
langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/london
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Rainbow
retro
Follow in the footsteps of Hollywood A-listers and hot new fashionistas alike,
as the coloured wedding dress is still going strong
Red
Orange
Yellow
Nothing says ‘statement gown’ more than a
voluminous scarlet ‘Ta da!’, and Paula Yates set
the bar high at her 1986 wedding to Bob
Geldof. The TV presenter opted for a
form-fitting column dress with a vast train, and
maximised the effect by wearing very little
jewellery, but a matching scarlet veil, rose
crown and lipstick. However Paula wasn’t the
first star bride to rock the rouge. When Cilla
Black married songwriter Bobby Willis in 1969
she opted for pure swinging sixties cool in a
pop of cherry velvet and a posy of colourful
anemones, while for her 1973 Vegas wedding
to Michael Caine, beauty queen Shakira Baksh
chose a red maxi-dress.
Along with other assorted jewel-tones, vibrant
orange has long been a favourite of the Asian
bridal wardrobe, and when Pakistani-American
student Faryal Makhdoom married Amir Khan
in 2013, one of her dresses was a stunning and
intricate creation of orange, red and gold.
Meanwhile, when Jerry Hall married Mick
Jagger in 1990, she took inspiration from her
surroundings in Bali. The Texan supermodel
teamed a satsuma-coloured patterned silk
dress with a towering gold headdress and a
rope of oversized pearls. Meanwhile when
Elizabeth Hurley married Indian businessman
Arun Nayar in 2007, one of her bridal outfits
was a lavishly-embroidered coral sari.
A dress the colour of sunshine has long been
a popular choice for celebrity brides, however
there are very different ways of wearing it.
Elizabeth Taylor favoured yellow not once but
twice, although both times, naturally she opted
for glamour. It was lemon silk when she first
married Richard Burton in 1964 - possibly in
tribute to her Welsh groom who wore
daffodils in his lapel - and a softer sorbet tone
for her 1991 nuptials to Larry Fortensky.
While when Hollywood star Natalie Wood
married producer Richard Gregson in 1969,
she channelled a more hippy vibe in a flowing
primrose gown with matching cascade of
ribbons in her hair.
Get the look
Get the look
Get the look
Red wedding gowns have been featured by
Romona Keveza, Alfred Angelo, Hollywood
Dreams, Candy Anthony, Monique Lhuillier,
Cymbeline, Oscar de la Renta and Vera Wang.
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Although this citrus bright is used less in
western weddings, there have been a selection
of orange fondant and apricot tones from
designers including Cymbeline and Vera Wang.
There’s plenty of choice for the bride who
fancies a twist of lemon, and Monique Lhuillier,
Alfred Angelo and Zuhair Muhad have all
brought out some suitably zesty options.
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Green
Blue
Indigo
Violet
There are so many shades of
green on offer that it has become
the bridal colour of choice for a
vast number of famous faces. over
the past fifty years. Unsurprisingly
for someone who married a
whopping eight times, Elizabeth
Taylor maximised her colour
options by wearing green for her
big day twice. When she married
singer and actor Eddie Fisher in
1959 she selected a jade green
chiffon dress with matching jade
head scarf and satin shoes, along
with green orchids in her
bouquet. Then when she married
her actor beau Richard Burton
for the second time in 1975, she
chose diaphanous floor-length
emerald silk. Singer Kelis stuck to
her funky signature style when
she wore peppermint chiffon in
2005 for her wedding to rapper
Nas, and Tina Turner favoured a
lime green and black Armani
puffball for her 2013 Swiss
wedding to record company
executive Erwin Bach.
When it comes to selecting their
‘something blue’, many brides-tobe opt for a subtle touch such as
a handkerchief, ribbon or a garter.
However the colour worn in
dress-form actually looks good on
any skin and hair tone, it’s just
about choosing the shade that’s
right for you. A palest blue-grey
Anna Valentine creation was
perfect for champagne-blonde
Camilla Parker-Bowles when she
married Prince Charles in 2005,
complemented by her Philip
Treacy head-piece of blonde
grasses. Meanwhile fogert-me-not
blue silk with a matching
wide-brimmed hat perfectlysuited raven-haired Tinsel Town
movie star Rita Hayworth for her
1949 nuptials to Prince Aly Khan.
It was also the colour of choice
for Hollywood legend Bette Davis
who wore teal for her 1945
wedding to artist William Grant
Sherry, and singer June Carter
who married Johnny Cash in
1969 wearing powder blue lace.
In contrast to the assorted
flamboyant brights and pretty
pastels, indigo is a bolder, darker
and less obvious bridal choice.
This more unusual shade of blue
was favoured by Pharrell’s wife
Helen Lasichanh for their 2013
wedding in Miami, and there was
nothing subtle about her fabulous
sartorial choices. Despite no clear
Scottish connection for the
couple, they both sported tartan
on their big day, and while
Pharrell opted for a scarlet plaid
tux, model/designer Helen
wowed in a voluminous floorlength midnight-blue creation
with giant puffed sleeves, teamed
with a tiara and waist-length
chains and rosaries. Other colours
have historically been more
popular with the fashion-forward
famous ladies, but after Helen’s
flair, it will surely only be a matter
of time before others follow suit
and we’ll get to see a lot more
bridal indigo. We’re keeping our
fingers crossed!
Choose vivid violet for a real
show-stopping splash of colour.
The first-known star bride to
plump for purple was of course
Elizabeth Taylor (for her 1976
wedding to senator John Warner.)
However 29 years later when
burlesque superstar Dita Von
Teese married Marilyn Manson at
Castle Gurteen De La Poer in
Ireland, she really revved the
glamour. She opted for a violet
taffeta Vivienne Westwood ‘Bird
of Paradise’ creation, teamed with
matching veiled tricorn hat by
Stephen Jones, custom-made
purple Louboutins, a slash of
berry lipstick, and bejewelled
purple garter. Meanwhile other
star brides have played it safer in
shades of lilac including Joan
Collins when she married Percy
Gibson in 2002, and Victoria’s
Secret model Luisana Lopilato
who teamed the delicate shade
with a posy of purple orchids for
her 2011 civil ceremony to
Michael Bublé.
Get the look
Get the look
Get the look
Get the look
Monique Lhuillier, Claire Pettibone
and Alfred Angelo have offered a
selection of super greens, from
mint, to Disney princess Tiana.
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Seek out blue from Elizabeth
Fillmore, Elie Saab, Jenny Packham,
Ian Stuart, Donna Salado, Caroline
Herrera and Oscar de la Renta.
Top designer Caroline Herrera
has in the past brought out a little
splash of something in dvinely
inky sapphire.
Monique Lhuillier, Alexis Mabille
and Alfred Angelo have all
brought out purple creations,
from soft amethyst to deep plum.
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Lilac lace crop top, £46, Eberjey. Pink
and lemon tulle skirts, from £65
each, Angel’s Face. Crystal necklace,
£188, crystal bracelet, £168, cocktail
ring, £188, all Basia Zarzycka
My
Best Friend’s
Wedding...
Get ready for the big day with your best friends, in
dreamy tulle gowns and cocktail jewellery
Photography: John Rowley
Styling: Karen Crook-Brand
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(left to right)
Bridesmaid: Lemon dress with tulle skirt, £1390,
Candy Anthony. Flower halo, £90, Flo & Percy. Cocktail
ring, £188, Basia Zarzycka. Cream and silver sandals,
from £400, Emmy London
Bride: Pink and lilac dress with frilled top, £1850,
Candy Anthony. Flower hairpins, £45 for five, Flo &
Percy. Pale pink lace boots, £229.99, Harriet Wilde
Bridesmaid: Pale blue halterneck dress, £1390, Candy
Anthony. Flower headband, £90, Flo & Percy. Cream
and silver T-bar sandals, from £400, Emmy London
Bride: Strapless organza dress with
feather bodice, £1180, Silk + Satin.
Ribbon choker, £315, Emmy London.
Cocktail ring, £188, Basia Zarzycka
Bridesmaid: Cream camisole, £41,
matching shorts, £27, both Princesse
Tam Tam. Cape, £595, Charlie Brear.
Diamante necklace, £50, Devoted by
Alan Hannah at Jon Richard
Bride: Short lace dress with peter pan
collar, £365, Kitty & Dulcie. Crystal alice
band, from a selection, Flo & Percy.
Clutch bag, £249.99, lace court shoes,
£199.99, both Harriet Wilde
Bridesmaid: Lilac tulle overlay dress,
£275, Jim Hjelm Occasions. Crystal alice
band, £50, Devoted by Alan Hannah
at Jon Richard. Cream and silver T-bar
sandals, from £400, Emmy London
Bride: Short embellished
tulle and lace dress, £675,
Romantica Bridal. Bow
headband with birdcage veil,
£400, Rachel Trevor-Morgan
Millinery. Chandelier earrings,
£168, Basia Zarzycka
(left to right)
Bride: Strapless lace applique corset top
with chiffon tie back, £900, organza skirt,
£1800, both Halfpenny London. Hat, £225,
George Durdy. Crystal and pearl necklace,
£288, Basia Zarzycka
Bridesmaid: Cream lace assymetric dress,
£177, Mori Lee. Headband, £50, Devoted
by Alan Hannah at Jon Richard. Cream
and silver T-bar sandals, from £400, Emmy
London
Bridesmaid: Blush lace and chiffon dress,
£177, Mori Lee. Crystal hairband, £195,
Emmy London. Cream jewelled T-bar sandals,
from £400, Emmy London
Bride: Strapless blush tulle dress,
£1150, Benjamin Roberts. Crochet
flower hairclip, £75, Silver Sixpence
In her Shoe. Pearl and crystal
bracelet, £105, Flo & Percy
Slip dress with lace hem, £800,
chiffon floral lace edged silk
cape, £240, both Minna Bridal.
Drop earrings, £20, Devoted
by Alan Hannah at Jon Richard.
Silver crystal T-bar sandals,
from £400, Emmy London
Opposite: Short aqua
bridesmaid dress, £250, Jim
Hjelm Occasions. Crystal alice
band, £195, Emmy London.
Bracelet, £35, Devoted by Alan
Hannah at Jon Richard
Bridesmaid: short aqua bridesmaid
dress, £250, Jim Hjelm Occasions.
Crystal alice band, £195, silver
sandals, from £400, both Emmy
london. Bracelet, £35, Devoted by
Alan Hannah at Jon Richard.
(left to right)
Bridesmaid: Blush short floral applique dress,
£72, Little Mistress. Crystal drop earrings, £168,
Basia Zarzycka. Cream and silver sandals, from
£400, Emmy London
Bridesmaid: Blush long applique dress,
£70, Little Mistress. Flower hairpins, £45
for five, Flo & Percy
Bride: Pale pink satin low back dress,
£2500, Alan Hannah. Birdcage veil, £185, Flo &
Percy. Cocktail ring, £88, Basia Zarzycka
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make-up by: Lizzie Court using Bare Minerals
make-up and Paul Mitchell hair, assisted by
Jemma Allet. Flowers by Wildabout
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ModernLove
Say ‘I do’ to the timeless elegance of floor-length
evening gowns and tailored tuxedos
Photography: PAUL VIANT
Styling: JENNY SWIRE
(from left to right)
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £795, white
cotton shirt, £79, cufflinks, £24, all Marc Wallace.
Black silk bow tie, £35, Ede & Ravenscroft. Black
leather brogues, £295, Oliver Sweeney
Bride: Ivory tulle embroidered dress with
cutaway back, short skirt and dip hem, £5,880,
Sophia Kokosalaki. Pearl earrings, £149, Coleman
Douglas Pearls. Ivory satin court shoes, £285,
Joseph Azagury
Best man: Black three piece wool suit, £795,
white cotton shirt, £79, pale blue silk tie, £49, all
Marc Wallace. Black and grey leather brogues,
£295, Oliver Sweeney
Bridesmaid: Black silk jersey wrap dress with
plunging neckline and dropped waist, £795,
Amanda Wakeley. Diamante drop earrings, £128,
Basia Zarzycka. Gold glitter clutch, £190, and black
satin court shoes, £285, both Joseph Azagury
Ivory lace dress with illusion detail,
£975, Watters. Pearl stud earrings,
£49, Coleman Douglas Pearls. Gold
peeptoes, from a selection, Gina
Opposite page (from left to right)
Bride: Ivory lace dress with illusion
neckline and three quarter length
sleeves, £2,898, David Fielden. Pearl
stud earrings, £49, Coleman Douglas
Pearls. Bridal bouquet of pink roses
and jasmine, price on request, Savoy
Flowers
Bridesmaid: Ivory floral print dress
with tulle overlay and bow belt detail,
£1,453, David Fielden. Pearl drop
earrings, £139, Coleman Douglas
Pearls. Ivory peeptoe court shoes, £89,
Rainbow Club
(from left to right)
Bridesmaid: Lilac chiffon strapless
dress, £215, Veromia Bridesmaid
Best man: (just seen) Black three
piece woollen suit, £795, white
cotton shirt, £79, both Marc Wallace
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit,
£795, white cotton shirt, £79,
cufflinks, £24, all Marc Wallace. Black
silk bow tie, £35, Ede & Ravenscroft.
Black leather brogues, £295, Oliver
Sweeney. White rose buttonhole,
price on request, Savoy Flowers
Bride: Ivory lace dress with illusion
neckline and bow belt detail, £618,
Atelier Lyanna at Morgan Davies.
Pearl stud earrings, £49, Coleman
Douglas Pearls. Flowers by Savoy
Flowers
Ivory strapless chiffon dress, £2,150,
Hollywood Dreams. Pearl stud earrings,
£49, Coleman Douglas Pearls
Bride: Ivory dress with cutaway back
and pleated skirt, price on application,
Caroline Castigliano. Pearl stud
earrings, £49, Coleman Douglas Pearls
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £795,
white cotton shirt, £79, cufflinks, £24,
all Marc Wallace. Black silk bow tie,
£35, Ede & Ravenscroft. Black leather
brogues, £295, Oliver Sweeney. White
rose buttonhole and flowers, price on
request, all by Savoy Flowers
Bridesmaid: Pale pink draped
silk jersey dress with plunging
neckline, long sleeves and
corsage detail, £1,545, Sophia
Kokosalaki. Pearl drop earrings,
£139, Coleman Douglas Pearls
(from left to right)
Best man: Black woollen suit, £795,
matching waistcoat, £195, white
cotton shirt, £79, purple silk tie, £49,
cufflinks, £24, all Marc Wallace
Bridesmaid: Purple mini silk dress
with pleated skirt, £2,499, Caroline
Castigliano. Diamante drop earrings,
£128, Basia Zarzycka
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £795,
white cotton shirt, £79, cufflinks, £24,
all Marc Wallace. Black silk bow tie,
£35, Ede & Ravenscroft
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £695,
white cotton shirt, £79, cufflinks, £24,
all Marc Wallace. Black silk bow tie,
£35, Ede & Ravenscroft. White rose
buttonhole, price on request, Flowers by
Savoy Flowers
Bride: Ivory lace dress with plunging
neckline, £1,650, LM by Lusan
Mandongus at Morgan Davies. Pearl stud
earrings, £49, Coleman Douglas Pearls.
Five tier white wedding cake with pearl
and silver embellishments, decorated
with cascades of lilac, white and pink
sugar roses, white sugar orchids, green
and white sugar hydrangeas, and blush
sugar peonies, £1,500, Elizabeth Solaru
Bride: Gold embellished dress, £4,350, Jesus Peiro. Pearl
drop earrings, £149, Coleman Douglas Pearls
Groom: Black dinner jacket suit, £795, white cotton shirt,
£79, cufflinks, £24, all Marc Wallace. Black silk bow tie,
£35, Ede & Ravenscroft
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assisted by: Lauren Godfrey. Hair and make-up by: Enzo
Volpe @ Mandy Coakley using YSL Beauté and Diva pro
styling. Shot on location at The Savoy, London
www.fairmont.com/savoy. Flowers by Savoy Flowers
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Beauty
Discover everything you need to know about
bridal beauty, health and fitness
backstage glamour
Take a peek behind the scenes at The National
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glow from the inside
Give your fitness and nutrition regimes a
kick-start with our expert advice
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£5.99 for
200ml,
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Cashmere, Rose
De Mai & Patchouli
Body Wash, £18,
Paul Edmonds
Colour Intense
Cream Lipstick in
Stiletto, £24, Delilah
Backstage
Beauty
Behind-the-scenes at the National Wedding Show has
inspired our pick of the best bridal buys this season
Fix’ Make-up
refreshing
mist, £22,
Clarins
Blush Pop
cream blush
in Girls Night
Out, £16, Ciaté
compiled by: Claire Ridley. Photography: Theo Cohen
Miss Dior hair
mist parfum, £34
for 30ml, Dior
Nail varnish in
Worth The Wait,
£7.99, Essie
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WEDDING beauty
Eye Line long wear
retractable pencil in
Twig, £20, Delilah
Amazing Grace
Body crème, £29,
Philosophy
at John Lewis
Good
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highlighter in
001 Notting
Hill Glow,
£4.99,
Rimmel
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Touche Éclat
Blur Perfector,
£31.50, YSL
False Lashes
Extreme
Black mascara,
£19, Philip
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WEDDING beauty
Inspiring star style
When Amal Alamuddin became Mrs Clooney, we were envious about more than just
her arm candy. Beauty expert Alice Manning reveals how to recreate her make-up style
masterclass
Polished to perfection
While Amal’s signature look is classic and natural,
her glowing skin leaves her looking very polished.
Get the look at home with a radiance-boosting
foundation, blending it in with your fingers for a
seamless finish. If you have oily skin, dust a little loose
powder over your forehead, nose and chin. Cheat
a healthy flush of colour with a dusky pink blusher
applied to the centre of your cheeks, and play
match-maker with a coordinating creamy lip hue.
Eye catching
Amal’s brows are always perfectly groomed, ensuring
her eyes are framed beautifully. Fill in any sparse
areas on your own brows with a pencil that matches
your hair colour, then set in place with a tinted brow
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gel. For your big-day, a palette of grey, taupe and
nude will define your eyes, adding a subtle, elegant
finish. Complete the look with mascara for long,
glossy black lashes.
Your essentials
Brow Drama sculpting
mascara, £4.99, Maybelline
at Boots. This instantly
thickens and defines for
Cara-esque brows. Plus, it’s
less than a fiver!
Instant Light lip balm
perfector in Rose, £18,
Clarins. Balmy not sticky,
super-hydrating and the
prettiest pink, this ticks all
the boxes.
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Couture Variation
eyeshadow palette in Nu,
£49,Yves Saint Laurent.
The prettiest palette of
satin-soft eye colours.
Wear alone or get mixing.
All Day Luminous
Weightless Foundation,
£32, NARS. You can skip
the highlighter altogether
with this, as it leaves skin
so dewy.
Roller Lash mascara,
£19.50, Benefit. The makeup label’s latest mascara
doesn’t disappoint, it gives
mega-curl and gloss to
your lashes.
DiorBlush in Rose
Libertine, £30, Christian
Dior. Too pretty to use
– almost. Build colour
gradually; it’s always easier
to add than remove.
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Golden girl:
Margot Robbie
keeps her cut
cool by slicking
her fringe back
For the chop:
Work an edgy,
‘undone’ feel
just like Jessica
Alba and Rosie
HuntingtonWhiteley
CelebHair
Titanium
Expression
curling tongs, £50,
Babyliss Pro
Alice Manning on the
current A-list style favourites
A cut above
T
here’s a new cut on the block and
celebrities are getting their stylists
on speed-dial to get the look. Meet
the ‘lob’, also known as the long bob. The
bob’s friendlier sister, the style is flattering,
much less of a risk, and Jessica Alba, Kim
Kardashian, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and
Margot Robbie have all gone for the chop.
We asked the man behind Rosie’s cut, and
the ambassador for Redken and Pureology,
George Northwood (georgenorthwood.
com), how to make the style work for you:
1. Ask your hairdresser to cut your hair so it
sits just above your shoulders and just below
your collarbone at the front. Keep it choppy
for a young, feminine look with an edge.
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2. Care for your hair. Wash it with Pureology
Pure Volume shampoo (£14.85) and
conditioner (£18.85). This style looks even
better on day two; use Redken Pillow Proof
Two Day Extender dry shampoo (£13.45) to
refresh. Available at feelunique.com.
3. Rough-dry the hair and once completely
dry, tong random sections leaving the ends
out. Try Babyliss Pro Brilliance Cobalt Edition
hairdryer (£40) and its Titanium Expression
ceramic curling tong (£50).
4. Shake it out and finish with good styling
products. Spray Redken Quick Tease finishing
spray (£13.45) for extra body or pat Redken
Powder Grip hair powder (£11.85) through
the lengths and ends for a matt finish.
Pure Volume
shampoo, £14.85,
and conditioner,
£18.85, both
Pureology
Quick Tease
finishing spray,
£13.45, Pillow
Proof Two Day
Extender dry
shampoo, £13.45,
and Powder Grip
mattifying hair
powder, £11.85,
all Redken
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WEDDING beauty
The colour
changers
Celebrity colourists have clearly
been busy; Cara Delevingne has
gone brunette, Khloé Kardashian
has dyed her locks blonde, while
sister Kim has gone from dark to
mega-blonde and back again. In
case you’re thinking of doing the
same, we went to colour expert
Carmel Blackburn from John
Frieda to find out all you need to
know when changing your colour.
blonde to brunette
Celebrity icon: Cara Delevingne
“Add red pigment back into the
hair, then put the desired brunette
shade over the top. The colourist
might have to apply the brunette
shade twice to ensure a successful
finish. This will fade quickly so it will
have to be topped up.”
You need: John Frieda’s Full Repair
range, from £5.99.
'Eustatia'
bobby set,
£26 (for six),
Anthropologie
brunette to blonde
Celebrity icon: Khloé Kardashian
“First you need to strip the
brunette colour then bleach the
hair all over or with highlights.
This may take a few tries. For an
all-over bleach blonde, the hair will
probably have to be toned.”
You need: John Frieda’s Sheer
Blonde range, from £5.99.
brunette to blonde,
to brunette
Celebrity icon: Kim Kardashian
The dark colour might not take to
hair straight away, the process can
take up to one whole day, and the
result might be different to what
you were expecting. Trim the ends
of the hair if they are damaged and
apply intensive conditioners.
You need: John Frieda’s Full Repair
range, from £5.99.
To dye for: The Kardashians
and Cara all work new colour
(Above) Full
Repair shampoo,
£5.99, oil elixir,
£9.99, and deep
conditioner
mask, £6.29,
all John Frieda.
(Below) Meadow
Charms hair pins,
£24 (for four),
Anthropologie
&A
We quiz top colourist
Donald Black at
Neville Hair & Beauty
(nevillehairandbeauty.net)
about caring for the ever
popular ombré
How can brides care for their ombré at home?
I would suggest using a weekly treatment; I
love Philip Kingsley’s Elasticizer conditioning
mask. Try to avoid too much heat styling –
always keep the nozzle of your hairdryer a
safe distance away so it’s not directly on the
hair, and avoid washing your locks every day
as it will result in colour fade. Delay your next
wash by using dry shampoo.
Sheer Blonde
shampoo, £5.99,
conditioner,
£5.99, and deep
conditioner, £6.29,
all John Frieda
How can you avoid pesky yellow tones?
Always keep a purple shampoo for
emergencies. Try Tigi Catwalk Fashionista
violet shampoo, £12.15 at feelunique.com.
Any home remedies?
Coconut oil works as a quick-fix treatment.
Apply a little to the ends and leave it on
overnight. Shampoo twice thoroughly in the
morning for super-soft hair.
(Pictured above) White Hair Powder, £16,
Bumble and Bumble. Coconut oil, £9.99, Vita
Coco available at Tesco. Elasticizer preshampoo treatment, £29, Philip Kingsley. W
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Bridal body blitz
Want to shape up for your big day but have no idea where to start?
The hottest health and fitness experts are here to help
Anthony Mayatt of Breathe Fitness
(breathefitness.uk.com)
Breakfast club
Weight loss always starts with nutrition,
and it’s the small changes that make the
big difference. If you’re one to usually
skip breakfast, focus on eating a nutritious
breakfast every day for two weeks – you’ll
soon find this becomes a habit. Opt for
foods that are high in protein and fat
(yes, really!). Try new combinations, like
an omelette with salmon and spinach, or
rolled oats made with water or coconut
milk topped with a handful of berries
and chia seeds. Both of these recipes
will stabilise your blood sugar levels and
provide you with energy for longer. This will
also speed up your metabolism, so you can
increase the amount of calories you burn
throughout the day.
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In the balance
Working out a balanced diet may seem
like rocket science, but it’s not. As long as
you are including enough macronutrients
(protein, carbohydrates and fat) and
micronutrients (vitamins and minerals),
you really can’t go wrong. Foods such
as oily fish, nuts, avocado, coconut oil
and olive oil are great sources of fat, so
try to incorporate these into your diet,
while remembering to include protein in
every meal. Of course, eating clean can
be difficult to stick to, so having the odd
treat won’t hurt; sometimes we need to
give into our cravings to prevent us from
binging. It’s OK to reward yourself at the
end of a healthy week with a meal of your
choice – this won’t cancel out your efforts,
but it will satisfy any cravings.
Super snacks
Always carry a small serving of nuts with
you – try almonds or cashews – as these
contain healthy fats and are great to snack
on. For a healthy but tasty addition to your
breakfast, try a homemade, super green
smoothie with kale, lettuce, celery and
spinach, and sweeten with pineapple.
Budget-buster
Being healthy doesn’t have to break the
bank. Buy frozen food in bulk so it can be
stored, and prepare your meals and snacks
the night before to prevent you from
heading to the canteen for lunch – we’ve
all been there!
Little miss motivation
When you start feeling a difference
through eating more healthily, acknowledge
how great you feel and how much more
energy you have. This feeling should be the
motivation you take with you to continue
leading a healthier lifestyle long after you’ve
tied the knot. Follow Anthony on Twitter @
BreatheFitPT
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The nutritionist:
WEDDING beauty
The CELEBRITY TRAINER:
Alex DiPasquale (adpfitness.co.uk)
Getting started
You should aim to work out for up to
around five hours a week, with three hours
per week spent on weight resistance training
and two hours on cardiovascular work – try
power walking, jogging or cycling and a pilates
or yoga class. For beginners, start with 15-20
minutes of brisk walking 2-3 times a week,
and build this up in increments. The addition
of weight resistance training will burn fat, so
try to incorporate weights into your routines.
Exercise marks the spot
Run on the spot bringing your knees up high.
Do this for 20 seconds and then rest for 40
seconds; repeat this 20 times. To keep things
interesting, you can mix it up by alternating
the exercises and adding in burpees, star
jumps, press-ups and mountain climbers.
Do 20 seconds with a 40-second rest in
between each exercise, and repeat four
times. This will provide you with a quick, highintensity cardio workout if you can’t always
get to the gym.
First things first
During the lead up to my wedding, I became
vegetarian and increased my workouts. There
are plenty of high-intensity workouts that
you can do which target so many different
areas of the body. It’s not so much about
sitting on a machine anymore and doing leg
extensions, it’s more about functional training,
in terms of using sand bells, kettle bells and
TRX (a device you can suspend from your
door frame and perform multiple exercises
from). These pieces of equipment allow you
to use lots of muscles and, if you do them
in a circuit, I find they really do burn fat like
nothing else!
Get real
Look at what’s realistic for your time frame
and what you want to work on, then begin
scheduling in your workouts from there. Go
out every morning and do something, even
if it’s just a walk. I walk my dog every day. If
I have time, I’ll run 5km, or I’ll go for a bike
ride for an hour and a half, but I always enjoy
trying out new workouts – the key is to mix
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Budget-buster
At-home exercises are a great and
inexpensive way to get into shape, and
you can create your own program using
YouTube videos and various fitness articles.
You’ll only need to invest in small amounts
of equipment too, such as dumbbells and
medicine balls. High-intensity interval training,
or HIIT, is the quickest way to shape-up,
and can be done in your home at a time
that’s convenient for you. You could also find
someone you’re accountable to during your
training. This doesn’t mean you need to enlist
help from a professional trainer, instead
it up, it’s good to keep your body guessing.
Remember not to take on too much at once,
only do as much as you can, but try to make
it challenging.
you could ask a family member or friend.
Reporting back to someone weekly will stop
you from slacking off.
Get personal
If your budget allows, hire a personal trainer.
Whether it’s a physical trainer who trains
you in the gym or an online coach, it’s a great
way to keep you on track and monitor your
progress. Reporting to a trainer will keep you
motivated, so while you may feel tempted
to stay in on a rainy day, knowing that you
have to report to someone else about your
progress means you’re less likely to skive off.
The OLYMPIC BRIDE:
Victoria Pendleton
ON YOUR BIKE
Cycling and spinning target a lot of areas that
women really want to work on – namely the
waist and thighs. It’s also great for toning the
upper body without building size, as well as
burning fat and toning the glutes and quads.
Spinning classes are social and intense, and
anybody can get through it if they put their
mind to it. Yes, it’s hard, but it’s a great way
to workout with your friends – and it really
does work!
budget-buster
The more you mix up your routine, the
harder you work and the more you raise
your metabolic rate – which means the
closer you get to a body-confident you!
Circuit training is ideal for this. You can do
this inexpensively at home, too. Hold 1-3kg
dumbbells while doing four to six rounds of
10 lunges on each leg, followed by 20 squats.
Add in some cardio with 30 seconds of
skipping, followed by 30 seconds of running
on the spot, and finish with 15 tricep dips
(you can use any chair for this); rest for 30-60
seconds in-between each round.
Take control
When it comes to exercising, many people
see motivation as something they don’t
have control over, like it’s something magical
or mystical. I prefer to substitute the
word motivation with commitment. How
committed are you? How committed are you
feeling? Because commitment is definitely
not magical or mystical, and there is only one
person that has control over it – you!
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WEDDING receptions
receptions
Discover the season’s hottest new trends to perfectly
complement your personal style
Bright and beautiful
Get ready for a colourful summer celebration
Flowers everywhere!
Tablecentres and bouquets to suit every theme
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Tutti Frutti
Brighten an informal garden reception with
bold blooms and tasty treats
Photography: Paper Antler
Styling: Simply Elegant Group and Splendid Supply Co
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Sweet enough to eat
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Words: lauren godfrey
Set statement flowers, in candy-coloured shades
of orange, pink and yellow, against a luscious green
backdrop to create a vibrant summer style. Ensure your
flora takes centre stage by displaying bright blooms,
and just a sprinkling of foliage, in white vases of varying
heights. A floral palette of ‘Coral Charm’ peonies, ‘Juliet’
David Austin roses, ‘Caraluna’ roses, garden roses,
gerberas, poppies, tulips, carnations, alstroemeria and
flowering foliage all deliver a feast of fragrance. Colourful
table runners and napkins soften the décor and tie
together the bright white furniture and bold blooms for
a reception-scape which is styled to perfection.
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For a touch of luxe, add metallic cutlery, gold-rimmed
crockery and glittering chair-backs as place settings.
Finish with ornate orange goblets and vibrant pink
refreshments. Fruity Cosmopolitans would suit this
theme perfectly! A gorgeous garden is the ideal
setting for a delicious dessert table. Decorate stands
with macarons in sugary-sweet shades, miniature
cupcakes and cute cake-pops. A simple yet elegant
two-tier wedding cake, adorned with gold ribbon and
a single heart cake topper, is perfect for any sweet
buffet. Create a statement backdrop by hanging
a curtain of confectionery-coloured tissue-paper
garlands from nearby trees.
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Contributors
Photography: Paper Antler
(paperantler.com)
Coordination: Simply Elegant
Group (thesimplyelegantgroup.com)
Styling and props: Maddy Hague
of Splendid Supply Co
(splendidsupply.com)
Flowers: Studio Fleurette
(studiofleurette.com)
Cake and desserts: Cocoa & Fig
(cocoaandfig.com)
Stationery: Paper Rock Scissors
(paperrockscissor.com)
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Simple
makes
Make a romantic statement with
these gorgeous decoration ideas
Ti:
Make your
hearts denser by
adding more
paper shapes.
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Ti:
This project can be
custom made to your needs
– experiment with size, colour
and fonts and have fun!
Paper heart garland
Floral love sign
1
Begin by using the punch to cut your
paper shapes. For each 3D hear t, punch
two shapes from the scrapbook paper and
two from an old book or vintage newspaper.
We chose to alternate between two
different colours of scrapbooking paper.
Fold each of the paper hear ts in half.
Glue the folded right half of a scrapbook
heart to the folded left side of a book hear t,
back to back, making sure the edges line up.
Repeat to add another of each hear t shape,
until four are glued together. Do not stick the
first and last hearts together yet.
Thread a length of white and gold twine down
the centre of the shape. Add a dab of glue,
then finally stick the first and last paper hearts
together to close it and make a four-sided, 3D
heart. Repeat the steps to make as many hearts
as you like, gluing them onto the twine, set
around 1.5 inches apart.
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Begin by spraying your letters with a
coat of primer paint, before adding two
coats of gold paint, followed by two coats
of gold glitter. Leave ample dr ying time
after each coat before continuing.
Cut an MDF board to size – ours was
45cm x 95cm. Next, cut a 1.5” square
wooden baton into 2” thick blocks – these
will be used to raise the letters above the
surface of the MDF for a 3D effect. Using a
hot glue gun, fix two blocks to the back of
each letter, then glue them into position on
the board, pressing hard for a firm stick.
Cut the blooms from a collection of faux
flowers and gradually stick them on to the
board, around and underneath the letters.
Again, push each down firmly and use ample
amounts of glue to ensure that they stick well.
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Ingredients
12” x 12” scrapbooking
paper, Hobbycraft
Heart punch, £9.99,
Dovecraft
An old book or
newspaper
Hot glue gun
A ruler
White and gold twine
3
Ingredients
MDF wall letters in ‘Circus’
font £4.80 each, The
Wooden Letters Company
Spray primer
Gold spray paint
Gold glitter spray paint
MDF board, 1cm thick
saw
1.5” square wooden baton
Fake flowers, Dunelm Mill
Hot glue gun
Picture hanger
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Floral fever
Find inspiration for your bouquet and tablecentres in classic palettes of
white, peach, pink and purple
Tablecentre of ‘O’Hara’
roses, ‘Duchess de Nemo’
peonies, ‘Jeanie’ spray
roses, thlaspi, scabiosa
stellata, willow, ammi
visnaga and jasmine,
Paperwhite Flowers
Tablecentre of
‘Avalanche’ and ‘Norma
Jean’ roses, guelder rose,
ranunculus, astrantia,
waxflower, lilac, tulips
and spirea, Myrtle & Mint
Tablecentre of ‘Sweet Child Of Mine’ roses,
‘Dalmatian White’ foxgloves, ‘Paniculata’ hydrangeas,
snowberries, clematis seed heads, gomphrena,
rosa glauca, ammi visnaga, ‘Chocolate Peppermint’
pelargonium, eupatorium and chasmanthium,
Green & Gorgeous
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Vendela’ roses,
‘Snowflake’ spray
roses, ‘Schneeball’
hydrangeas,
‘Snowflake’ dahlias,
anemones and
senecio, Flower Times
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Tablecentre of ‘Avalanche’
roses, ‘Snowflake’ spray
roses, eucharis lilies,
paperwhites, limonium,
veronica, gaultheria shallon,
trachelium and eucalyptus,
Like’s Florist
Table grouping of
‘Singapore’ orchids,
peony, flowering privet
and freesias, Amanda
Austin Flowers
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Tablecentre of ‘Juliet’ David
Austin roses, ‘Jana’ spray roses,
astrantia, waxflower, genista,
jasmine and eucalyptus parvifolia,
Paperwhite Flowers
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Snowflake’ spray
roses, hydrangeas and
hypericum berries,
Tineke Floral Designs
Tablecentre of ‘Talea’ roses, ‘Juliet’
David Austin roses, ‘Bombastic’ and
‘Cream Gracia’ spray roses, hydrangeas,
waxflower, senecio and pittosporum,
Serendipity Floral Designs
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Miss Piggy’,
‘Peach Avalanche’
and garden roses,
tuberose, astilbe
and calla lilies,
Jamie Aston
Tablecentre of ‘Pearl Avalanche’ and David
Austin roses, ‘Avalanche’ spray roses,
hydrangeas, freesias, hypericum berries,
senecio, thlaspi, waxflower, antirrhinums and
eucalyptus foliage, Amie Bone Flowers
Place settings of ‘Avalanche’
roses, poppies, spray roses,
rosemary and thlaspi, Your
London Florist
Hand-tied bouquet of ‘Peach Avalanche’
roses, ‘Salmon’ calla lilies, senecio foliage,
eustoma, ceropegia, kalanchoe and
hypericum, Vera Wang at Interflora
Tablecentre of ‘Miss Piggy’ and ‘Vuvuzela’
roses, ‘Sonja’ sunflowers, ‘Monte Casino’
asters, carnations, ‘Panicum’ fountain grass,
thlaspi and wheat, Flowers by Suzanne
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Tablecentre of ‘Sweet Avalanche’
roses, king protea, astrantia,
hypericum berries, thistles,
veronica, waxflower and
eucalyptus, A Vintage Wedding
Hand-tied bouquet of ‘O’Hara’ and
‘Sweet Akito’ roses and hydrangeas,
Paul Thomas Flowers
Tablecentre of ‘Candy Avalanche’ roses, ‘Parrot’
tulips, anemones, ranunculus, waxflower,
hydrangeas and eucalyptus, Mary Jane Vaughan
Tablecentre of peonies, hydrangeas, Sweet
Williams and astrantia, Tineke Floral Design
Hand-tied bouquet
of ‘Sarah Bernhardt’
peonies, ‘Piano’
and ‘Piaget’ roses,
and phalaenopsis
orchids, Roni Floral
Design
Hand-tied bouquet of
‘Lady Bombastic’ and
‘Piano’ roses, anemones,
ranunculus, astilbe,
nerines, guelder rose,
viburnum berries, and
berried eucalyptus, Lucy
MacNicoll Flowers
Tablecentre of ‘Pom Pom’ dahlias,
‘Caraluna’ roses, ‘Dutch Magic Pom-Pom’
spray roses, peonies, lavender, rosemary,
blackberries, sanguisorba and scabiosa
stellata, Flowers by Kirsty
Tablecentre of ‘O’Hara’, ‘Sweet
Avalanche’, ‘King Arthur’, ‘Belle’ and
‘Talea’ roses, ‘Lydia’ spray roses,
tulips, hypericum, scabiosa stellata
and ‘Warrior’ fountain grass,
Waterbaby Flowers
Grouping of ‘Geraldine’
roses, lisianthus, clematis,
nigella pods, hydrangeas,
foxgloves and fountain grass,
Sansum Brown
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Tablecentre of ‘Memory Lane’
roses, hydrangeas, allium, lisianthus,
campanula, clematis and astrantia,
Pesh Flowers
Hand-tied bouquet of
‘Memory Lane’ roses,
ranunculus, clematis,
anemones, waxflower,
lilac and thlaspi green bell,
Myrtle & Mint
Hand-tied bouquet of ‘Armando’
roses, ‘Parrot’ tulips, clematis, lilac,
muscari, scabiosa, genista, viburnum and
eucalyptus foliage, The Rose Shed
Table grouping of ‘Ocean
Song’ roses, ‘St Minerva’
dianthus and scabiosa,
The Bloomery
Tablecentre of freesias, campanulas, phlox,
veronicas, muscari, paperwhites, syringa,
poppy seed heads, wheat, dried nigella,
dried lavender and hare’s-tail cottongrass,
Cotswold Blooms
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Heart wreath of
‘Ocean Song’ and
‘Memory Lane’ roses,
limonium, waxflower,
eryngium and
pittosporum, Flowers
by Suzanne
Tablecentre of ‘Sweet
Avalanche’ roses, paperwhites,
limonium, lisianthus, alchemilla
mollis, scabiosa stellata,
ranunculus, anemones,
waxflower and eucalyptus,
The Wessex Flower Company
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Tablecentre of ‘Sweet
Avalanche’ roses,
hydrangeas, sedum
and viburnum berries,
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Dinarobin Hotel Golf & Spa
The best choice of luxury hotels on the island
As the first hotel company in
Mauritius, Beachcomber Hotels had
the first pick of the most stunning
locations and the best of the
beaches when choosing to place
its hotels. We now have a choice of
eight individual and exceptional
hotels on the island, all located
right on the beach.
We’ve got everything from
indulgent luxury to superb all
inclusive options. For honeymooners
all of our resorts offer a range of
superb honeymoon discounts and
treats for you when you arrive.
And if you are looking to get
married abroad all of our hotels
guarantee just one wedding a day.
Fly Air Mauritius and arrive on
holiday relaxed and refreshed. Enjoy
the friendly, welcoming on-board
Mauritian hospitality, take
advantage of the excellent in-flight
facilities and for a treat upgrade to
the superb Business Class and settle
in to your own spacious lie-flat
cocoon seat.
For the very best Mauritius Weddings and Honeymoons
call Beachcomber on 01483 445 638
www.beachcombertours.co.uk
Honeymoons
photography: the Bequia Beach Hotel
Pack your bags for the trip of a lifetime
caribbean dream
Explore the exotic islands of Bequia
and Barbados
eastern promise
Head for the Indian Ocean to sample
the delights of bountiful Bali
assic
Cl
LU XE
Totally
Tropical
Double the fun with a twin-centre honeymoon in
the blissful Caribbean islands of Bequia and Barbados
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Left and centre: The
Bequia Beach Hotel
S
Words: Siobhan Grogan. Photography:visit barbados (visitbarbados.org)
educed by the idea of endless white
beaches and the lazy tropical days
promised by the Caribbean, but
unsure which island is best suited to the
honeymoon of a lifetime? A twin-centre
holiday should give you the perfect taste of
island life and a real feel for the very different
charms offered by each idyllic destination.
FIRST STOP: UNSPOILT BEQUIA
From the moment you glide into Bequia on
a small connecting flight from Barbados, you
know you have arrived somewhere very
special indeed. Just seven square miles small
and with only 5,000 welcoming inhabitants,
the luscious green island will take you back
in time to experience the real Caribbean
before the huge hotel chains and big name
airlines moved in.
Tucked away on half a mile of pristine sand
in Friendship Bay, Bequia Beach Hotel is
a luxurious five-star boutique resort well
worth the long-haul flight. Its relaxed and
friendly vibe will make you feel at home
in seconds. The elegant beachfront suites
feature mahogany four-poster beds, ’50s
artwork and raffia armchairs which overlook
the picture-perfect sea and neighbouring
island of Mustique. The hotel itself offers free
watersports, a spa, spectacular snorkelling
and a pool where you can snooze under
palm trees with a rum punch as the waves
crash just metres away. When hunger strikes
from all the hard work, throw on a kaftan
and head to the hotel’s beachfront rum shack
and Bagatelle Restaurant for the freshest fish,
melt-in-the-mouth jerk chicken and waiters
so friendly you will know them all by name
within a day of arriving. They can also arrange
a candlelit dinner for two on the beach when
you want some alone time.
With such laidback tranquillity mere steps
from your room it’s tempting never to leave
the hotel, but the authentic charm of this
unique and virtually undiscovered island is
not to be missed. Take a taxi tour to get your
bearings, go hiking through the rainforest
or ask the hotel to deliver a gourmet picnic
lunch to one of Bequia’s many beaches.
Coral Reef Club,
Barbados
Spring Beach is a favourite with the locals
while the deserted Princess Margaret Beach
is jaw-dropping in its beauty. For adventures
further afield, try a day trip by boat to
bustling St Vincent or Kate and Wills’ favourite
holiday spot, the exclusive Mustique.
Port Elizabeth is the must-visit spot in Bequia
itself. The island’s only town, it consists
chiefly of one rickety street that hugs the
waterfront and overlooks the small harbour
where the sound of conch shells blown like
horns announces the arrival of freshly caught
fish. Stroll around the tiny painted shops or
grab a homemade coconut ice cream from
Marianne’s Ice Cream parlour. After dark,
people-watch on the heart-shaped wooden
bench at The Frangipani bar to the sound
of live reggae drifting over the water before
tucking into a world-famous lobster pizza at
Mac’s Pizzeria. When it’s time to call it a night,
just stroll to the harbour’s large almond tree
to hail another truck taxi to the hotel.
SECOND STOP: GLAMOROUS
BARBADOS
By the time you reluctantly leave Bequia, the
real world will feel like a distant memory.
Have no fear, with its party atmosphere, duty
free shopping and bustling beaches, Barbados
will ease you gently back to reality in serious
style. This is the Caribbean at its most
extravagant, the playground of the rich and
famous and home to some of the swankiest
hotels on the planet. The family-owned Coral
Reef Club is one of the best, complete with
black-tie waiters, an exquisite spa and fine
dining, it still feels remarkably intimate and
relaxed with guests even invited to a cocktail
party at the owner’s on-site house during
their stay. For a honeymoon with major wow
factor, follow in the footsteps of Robbie
Williams, Zoe Ball and Lewis Hamilton and
splash out on a Luxurious Plantation Suite. A
stay here comes complete with dressing area,
gigantic bathroom, separate living room and a
huge terrace boasting a well-stocked bar and
plunge pool for a quick dip.
If you can drag yourself away from the
room, the island’s capital Bridgetown is the
place to stock up on bargain duty free –
just don’t forget your passport and flight
details. The pastel-coloured Pelican Craft
Centre is a haven for local crafts, souvenirs
and handmade jewellery. For a glimpse of
the island’s colourful history, call in to St
Nicholas Abbey to tour a perfectly preserved
plantation and still-active distillery, enjoy
views from Cherry Tree Hill and sample its
special aged rum.
A trip out on luxury catamaran Seaduced
will become the highlight of your trip to
Barbados though. With an on-board bar
and chef, this is your chance to make like an
A-lister as you zip through clear turquoise
waters stopping only to swim alongside
colourful fish and giant turtles.
After dark, the island truly comes alive
and you’ll be spoilt for choice with buzzing
bars, live music and romantic restaurants
perched on the water’s edge. Join the locals
at the legendary fish fry party on Friday
nights at Oistins or try the sumptuous Tides
Restaurant for a dessert menu you will never
forget. We’re talking delicacies including
caramelised banana tart, Mars Bar and Oreo
cheesecake and a divine sticky toffee pudding.
On Monday nights, the Coral Reef Club’s
own Bajan Buffet is the place to be to get a
real taste of Barbados from grilled flying fish
to Caribbean pepperpot stew. W
BOOK IT!
Stay in a one-bedroom cottage at the
Bequia Beach Hotel (+1784 458 1600,
bequiabeach.com) from £192 per
night, based on two sharing on a bed
and breakfast basis. All relevant taxes
included. A Garden Room at the Coral
Reef Club, Barbados (+1 246 422 2372,
coralreefbarbados.com), starts from £555
per night, based on two sharing on a bed
and breakfast basis. All rates inclusive of
service and taxes.
British Airways flies daily from London
Gatwick to Barbados. Prices from £495
return including taxes and fees. Call 0844
493 0787 or visit ba.com.
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Turkish
delight
Head to Bodrum for a bewitching blend
of ancient history and modern luxe
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ith its indigo waters, fragrant
pines and chirrup of cicadas, the
Bodrum Peninsula has evolved
into one of the Mediterranean’s most
enticing destinations. Jutting 27 miles into the
Aegean from a corner of southwest Turkey,
the area incorporates the ruins of ancient
cities, craggy coves and sleepy fishing villages,
alongside sophisticated resorts, superyachtfilled marinas and designer boutiques.
On the southern lip of the peninsula,
Bodrum is a beguiling blend of ancient and
modern. It’s one of Turkey’s most popular
seaside destinations, yet it’s been thoughtfully
preserved and is steeped in history, with
remarkable sites left behind by the Romans,
Byzantines and Ottomans. It was once
known as Halicarnassus, part of the Persian
Empire and a stopping-off point for Antony
and Cleopatra as they travelled to and
from Egypt. All that remains of the Great
Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the
original seven wonders of the ancient world,
is a picturesque jumble of stones and broken
columns, although many of the stones were
used in the 15th century to build the castle
of St. Peter. Today it overlooks sugar-cube
buildings which tumble down to harbours
lined with sleek yachts and wooden gulets.
Behind the harbour, the narrow streets
of the Old City are packed with a mix of
tempting shops stocking everything from
leather goods and woven rugs to colourful
ceramics and morsels of Turkish delight. In
the evening, the melodious call-to-prayer
competes with music from its many bars.
Buzzing romance
On the peninsula’s west coast is the quaint
village of Gümü lük. A pebble’s throw from
the shore is Tavsan Adasi, otherwise known
as Rabbit Island, which is close enough to
wade to at low tide. You can also don a
snorkel and glimpse the remains of the
ancient city of Myndos, which now lies
submerged in the lagoon. Later, head to
one of the restaurants that line the quay,
which range from lively spots to candle-lit
hideaways where you can dine on justcaught fish and grilled octopus with your
feet in the sand. If the Bodrum Peninsula
has been dubbed the ‘Côte d’Azur of
Turkey’, then Göltürkbükü is its St. Tropez.
This former fishing village is now an Ibizastyle magnet for international jet-setters,
who often arrive by helicopter. All the
action takes place around its crescentshaped bay that’s fringed by wooden jetties,
and winds around its waterside boutiques,
restaurants and nightclubs. To the south, the
crowd is more local, and families stroll until
late in the evening, stopping to snack on
grilled corn, roasted mussels and ice-cream.
Idyllic retreat
Cascading down a hillside on its northern
shore, the Mandarin Oriental is a luxurious
hideaway spread across 15,000 acres.
Surrounded by pine trees and ancient olive
groves, it has been designed to blend into
the surroundings, with low-slung buildings
covered in grey stone, gardens filled
with Mediterranean shrubs and not one,
but two idyllic beaches. The 109 rooms
and suites are cool and contemporary,
decorated in neutral tones and natural
textures, with wooden floors and floor-toceiling windows. Beds come with leather
headboards and fine white linens, and the
bathrooms have heated marble floors,
powerful rain showers and made-forsharing tubs. Each room has its own deck,
terrace or balcony – some even have
private gardens and infinity pools – while in
sea-view rooms, you can gaze out over the
ever-changing blues of the Aegean.
Pamper yourself at the spa which is
spread over three levels – it’s a destination
in its own right – and if you’d like your
treatments al fresco there are two seafacing cabanas. But don’t miss the hamman,
a domed-ceiling haven where you can
experience the centuries-old ritual of a
Turkish bath. You’ll emerge with baby-soft
skin, feeling utterly relaxed... W
Book it: Rooms from £298 per
night on a bed and breakfast basis. Visit
mandarinoriental.com/bodrum. British
Airways flies from London Gatwick to
Bodrum from £89 each way, visit ba.com.
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Bali & me
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ead to a little-known corner of southwest Bali to discover untouched beaches
and a land quilted with verdant rice
paddies, while sunsets paint the sky rose pink.
Tabanan is the rice-rich region of Bali and
offers a contrast of charms, from jet-black
sand beaches to majestic mountains that
vanish up into the mist. Here, the locals greet
you with friendly smiles and you won’t find a
tourist in sight.
On an island interlaced with culture, history
and religion, spend a fascinating day on the
All About Rice tour, which will help you
delve deeper into the culture. Learn about
the floral offerings placed outside homes
and shops as a gesture to the spirits, while
on a visit to the Subak Museum you will
discover how the cultivation of rice has
changed over the years and peer inside the
lives of the locals via a model of a Balinese
house compound. On a visit to the home of
a local family you will learn how to craft an
PARADISE FOUND
Boasting luxury, solitude and style, Alila Villas
Soori were made with newlyweds in mind.
Surrounded by rice fields and volcanic sand,
the resort is a haven to recharge after your
nuptials. Sleek and stylish, the hotel is ideal
for lovers of contemporary design, with a
beautiful reading room and a lounge for predinner cocktails as you watch the spectacular
sunset. Check in to an Ocean Pool Villa for
incredible views, a bath tub for two, outdoor
shower and your own private plunge pool.
Just in case all the lounging is too strenuous,
head for a treatment at the Spa Alila which
develops its own products using natural
ingredients. The Soakology foot massage
is perfect after a day of exploring, and is
designed to revive your feet using local sea
salt with essential oils and herbs. The Volcanic
body scrub uses detoxifying black sand from
the beach blended with nutritious rice milk
as an exfoliator to make your skin glow.
Finish your spa journey with an Awakening
facial massage, which rejuvenates skin using
rose and lemon oils.
Meanwhile, dining at Alila Villas Soori is as
decadent as it gets. Executive chef Fernando
Trump has brought his creative style from
Argentina to the tables of restaurants
Cotta and Ombak, whether you fancy the
freshest raw food, Indonesian specialities, or
European fusion. It’s also possible to arrange
excursions through the resort – from horse
rides on the beach to tours discovering
Tabanan’s culinary delights. And for couples
who like to get out and about alone, bicycles
and segways are also available to guests. W
BOOK IT: Ocean Pool Villas start from
£568 (plus taxes) per night, based on two
sharing. Visit alilavillassoori.com. Return flights
from London Heathrow to Bali via Kuala
Lumpur from £824 with Malaysia Airlines
(malaysiaairlines.com). All About Rice costs
£75 per person. Spa treatments are part of
a five-day Relaxology package priced £201
(plus taxes and service charge) per person.
Words: Roshina Jowaheer. Photography: tourism indonesia
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intricate religious offering using leaves, rice
and flowers, while the tour also takes in a
local school where the pupils will treat you
to a choral performance. From riding cattle
to getting your hands dirty as you plant new
seeds, a visit to Taman Buwana Farm offers
an enjoyable day outside your honeymoon
bubble, and includes a walk through the
forest of papaya and mango trees, ending
with a refreshing drink of coconut water
fresh from the source.
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Indulge your adventurous side in
Reykjavik
Words: Nick Boulos. photography: promote iceland
T
hey say good things come in small
packages and that is certainly true of
the Icelandic capital. It may not leap out
as an obvious destination for a city break but
Reykjavik could rival Rome and Paris, and even
give Marrakech a run for its money.
Situated on a dramatic mountainous peninsular,
Reykjavik – meaning ‘Smokey Bay’ – earned
its name from Norwegian explorer Ingólfur
Arnarson in the 9th century on account of the
string geothermal activity in the area. Quite a
bit has changed since those early days.
Among the colourful old houses are galleries
galore (don’t miss the bold collection of
Erró works at the Reykjavik Art Museum),
sophisticated hotels and restaurants to enjoy
long and cosy meals. The most stylish place to
stay is the 101 Hotel, a trendy Nordic property
with Asian touches, located in the heart of
the city and close to the best shopping and
dining spots. Shop till you drop at the fashion
boutiques and quirky music stores along
Skólavörðustígur before dinner at Prir Frakkar,
a small family-run restaurant serving traditional
Icelandic grub based on age-old recipes.
Smoked puffin, anyone?
Chic escape: Fall in love
with the cosmopolitan
styling of Hotel Ion
Later, enjoy a nightcap of Brennivín (a cuminflavoured tipple made from fermented potato
that locals love) at Björk’s favourite bar, Boston.
Iceland’s most famous singer is even known to
pop in and start a spontaneous singsong every
now and then.
The city itself may be cosmopolitan and
compact but the landscapes beyond are
anything but: the sweeping vistas of lakes,
glaciers and mountains which sit under
epic skies have featured as the backdrop
to countless Hollywood movies. Spend an
adventurous day touring the natural wonders
just outside the city. Get up close to the famous
spouting geyser, experience the thunderous
roar of Gullfoss waterfall and wallow in the
steaming thermal waters of the Blue Lagoon.
Visit at night for a more intimate and crowdfree experience.
Those seeking a rugged sense of romance
should check into the remote Hotel Ion, a chic
property perched on stilts in the middle of a
mountainous landscape. The outdoor pool –
warmer than a bath and overlooking endless
lava fields – is the perfect spot to sit back and
watch the Northern Lights dance across the
wintry night skies.
BOOK IT: Room packages at the 101 Hotel
(101hotel.is) start from £172 per night.
Rooms at Ion Luxury Adventure Hotel
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The Knightsbridge, London
Just around a corner off the bustling Brompton Road,
you'll discover the Knightsbridge Hotel in a quiet, leafy
side street. Step inside the townhouse building and you'll
be greeted with the warmest of welcomes, and a very
eclectic, English interior. The library is filled with vintage
books and a collection of modern British art, while the
drawing room is decorated with even quirkier art pieces
and contemporary furnishings – help yourself to a book
and cosy up in front of the fireplace. The décor follows
suit in every one of the light, bright Kit Kemp-designed
bedrooms; book a Junior Suite and fall in love with the
statement fireplace and luxury granite bathroom. But
the star of the show? A king-size bed you’ll want to
sink deep into, loaded with powder-soft pillows. If you
can manage to drag yourself out in the morning, enjoy
breakfast either downstairs or in the comfort of your
room, before heading out to explore the best shopping
London has to offer. With Harrods, Harvey Nics and a
whole host of other designer stores just a minute’s walk
away, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Rooms from £180 per
night. 020 7584 6300, firmdalehotels.com.
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The Chapter House,
Salisbury
Mrs
These hotels will make your
first night of married life
one to remember
From the original stonework of the exterior
to the ancient wooden panelling and beams
inside, much of The Chapter House helps
build a picture of its 800-year-old history. A stone from the original
Salisbury Cathedral is set in what is now the restaurant, while King
Charles l once stayed in room six – which is now the honeymoon
suite. The listed Tudor building has been beautifully renovated over
the years, and the restaurant – which serves excellent flame-grilled
steaks and fresh fish – features wooden floors, mullion windows, and
glowing lights that are perfectly in keeping with the ambience of the
place. There’s not an ounce of chintz though, and instead the feel
is warm and cosy, while the modern luxuries like rainfall showers,
goose-down duvets and Egyptian cotton linen perfectly complement
the original features. Super-fluffy towels, cooing doves outside the
window, and tea and coffee making facilities in the rooms are all
also welcome additions! A stay in Salisbury wouldn’t be complete
without exploring the nooks and crannies of this medieval city look out for assorted cafes, pubs and restaurants that are housed
in original Tudor buildings, and of course save some time for a look
around the famous cathedral. It’s located just across the road from
The Chapter House, and houses the best-preserved copy of the
Magna Carta, which has its 800th anniversary this year and is set to
inspire all sorts of commemorative celebrations. Rooms from £75.
01722 412028, thechapterhouseuk.com.
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Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa, West Sussex
It could be the toy town-inspired medieval outbuildings that are
dotted around the grounds, the flagstone floors and narrow
passageways, which lead the way to your suite, or the smiling
welcome you get on arrival – but there is something utterly
charming about Bailiffscourt Hotel. Inside, it couldn’t be cosier: with
original fireplaces, Gothic windows and heavy wooden doors, the
rooms are filled with antiques and tapestries, while fresh flower
displays adorn every table and windowsill. For the ultimate in minimoon luxury, hole yourselves up in the Baylies suite for the weekend.
Complete with four-poster bed, a working wood-burning fireplace
and not one, but two roll-top baths placed side-by-side, this room
was made for romance. Set in a quaint village location, the hotel
is just a 10-minute walk to Climping Beach (we managed a stroll
before breakfast), and it’s also the perfect base for exploring the
surrounding towns. Historic Arundel is just a 15-minute drive away,
while bustling Brighton is just 45 minutes. Once you’ve had your fill
of fish and chips, retire back and head to the spa, set in a contrasting
light and airy converted barn. Enjoy a pampering treatment, snooze
in the relaxation room or splash around in the indoor and outdoor
pools and steaming hot tub, while looking out into the gorgeous
grounds beyond. However long you stay, make sure you spend
at least one night dining in the elegant Tapestry Restaurant – for
carnivores, the chateaubriand is everything. Rooms from £229 per
night, including breakfast. 01903 723511, hshotels.co.uk.
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Hotel Indigo, Birmingham
For the utmost in urban-cool, look no further than Hotel
Indigo. Just a short walk from Birmingham New Street station,
the hotel’s central location provides easy access to the city's
shopping and entertainment districts. Housed in the lofty top
two floors, the bright interiors match the quirky architecture
of the iconic Cube building. Everything about Hotel Indigo
is a breath of fresh air: our room, in shades of zesty lime,
was clean-cut and contemporary, and kitted out with all the
latest mod-cons. One angled wall is entirely glass, leading to a
spacious private balcony with views stretching out across the
city: the perfect setting for sharing a bottle of bubbly as the
sun goes down. Come evening, you won't even need to leave
the building for a fine dining experience. Take the elevator
up one floor to the Marco Pierre White Steakhouse for a
romantic meal for two. Situated at the top of the building, the
restaurant is surrounded by a glittering cityscape, so expect a
dining experience with a view. The atmosphere is comfortable
and unpretentious, the food excellent, and the wine list
extensive. Afterwards, head to the adjoining bar to enjoy a
cocktail or two set to a backdrop of live music. Rooms from
£99. 01216 432010, hotelindigobirmingham.co.uk.
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Follow our checklist to ensure your
wedding plans stay firmly on track
Congratulations on
your engagement!
We've got everything you
could need to kick-start your
planning in the next six pages,
all in association with The
National Wedding Show.
Check out our month-by-month
checklist for you to
tear out and keep, plus guides
to choosing your ceremony,
organising the running order
of your day, and even the
best places to jet off for your
honeymoon outside of the UK.
Enjoy!
Buy your tickets to The National Wedding Show this autumn
Just engaged and dreaming of your perfect
day, but overwhelmed by how much
there is to organise? Perhaps you have just
months to go but the finishing touches
are still on your to-do list. Fear not, The
National Wedding Show has more than
300 experts on hand, specialising in
everything from couture dresses to cars,
honeymoons and photography, so you
can try, buy, book and hire everything you
need in one day, under one roof.
The Catwalk Show
Whether timeless, art deco, red carpetinspired or city chic; the famous Catwalk
showcases trends to inspire every bridal
style. And it’s not just about the bride! There is also on hand to offer tips and advice, from gift-list
a selection of bridesmaid dresses, groomswear and gurus, wedding planners and photographers,
mother of the bride outfits.
to stationers, florists and cake designers. It’s
the perfect opportunity to meet all your
The Bridal Boutique & Designer Areas wedding suppliers face-to-face and pick their
The National Wedding Show hosts the UK’s largest brains for planning advice.
collection of wedding gowns, with something for
every shape, budget and style. Try on and buy
The Designer Flower Market
dresses from the likes of Suzanne Neville, Jenny
Whether you’re looking for the perfect colour
Packham, Justin Alexander, David Fielden, Ronald
theme for your blooms or a breathtaking
Joyce, Mori Lee, Benjamin Roberts, Qiana, Hazaar
centrepiece, The Designer Flower Market
of London, Enzoani, Ivory & Co, Timeless Couture brings together the very best in floristry.
and Berketex.
Discover a plethora of colours, flower
varieties and fragrances, together with advice
Expert Advice
and demonstrations from a whole host of top
All the experts from the wedding industry will be
floral designers.
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Checklist
Do it now..
Tell friends and relatives you’re
engaged.
Decide on your wedding date.
Choose what type of ceremony you
want, and the number of people you want
to invite.
Visit potential venues and check
availability.
Set your budget and decide who’s
paying for what.
Organise your wedding insurance.
Open a dedicated wedding savings
account.
Choose your best man, ushers and
bridesmaids.
Book your tickets to The National
Wedding Show.
6–12 months to go
Book your reception venue.
Check your date with your minister/
priest/rabbi or book the register office.
Make a first draft of your guest list.
Send out save-the-date cards.
Start a wedding scrapbook filled with
ideas torn out from the pages of Wedding
and Wedding Flowers & Accessories.
Hire a wedding co-ordinator, if needed.
Look at sample menus and book your
chosen caterer.
Book your photographer and
videographer.
Book your wedding cars.
Order your invitations and
other stationery.
Start looking for your cake maker.
Make appointments to try on dresses.
Choose your florist and discuss ideas.
Book your reception entertainment.
Begin a health and beauty regime.
4–6 months to go
If your wedding isn’t in a Church of
England, give notice of the marriage to the
superintendent registrar at your local register
office.
Prompt your groom to start looking for
suits for himself, his best man and the ushers.
Order your wedding cake.
Set up your wedding gift list.
Choose and buy your wedding rings.
Choose or start making your wedding
day favours.
Book accommodation for any guests
who need it.
Reserve any rental equipment such as
chair covers.
Arrange a menu tasting with a caterer.
Have your first dress fitting with lingerie
and shoes.
Choose your bridesmaid dresses.
Find and book your hairdresser and
make-up artist.
Plan and book your honeymoon.
2–4 months to go
Select any readings and music, and
confirm your choices with your minister/
registrar.
Send out your invitations, together with
details of your gift list and any other essential
information.
Confirm your booking if you’re marrying
in a register office.
Finalise your honeymoon plans, ensuring
you have any necessary visas, inoculations
and travel insurance.
Have order-of-service sheets printed.
Write your personalised wedding vows,
if necessary.
Buy a guestbook.
Try out various hair and make-up looks.
Plan your hen and stag parties.
Book your first-night hotel.
Contact local or national newspapers
if you want to publish your wedding
announcement.
1–2 months to go
Chase all unanswered invitations.
Draw up a final guest list.
Finalise your seating plan.
Give the final number of guests to your
caterer.
Buy your marriage licence from the
registrar.
Have your final dress fitting and confirm
the collection date.
Choose gifts for your wedding party.
Book your final hair appointment.
Finalise transport.
As people start to buy presents from
your gift list, make a start on your thank-you
notes.
Give your fiancé, father and best man
a gentle nudge to start working on their
speeches.
Find out where your guests are staying
if you plan to deliver gifts or welcome notes
to their rooms.
Hold your hen and stag parties.
2 weeks to go
Hold a wedding rehearsal with all key
members of the wedding party.
Write out your placecards or send
them to be printed.
Type up a list of must-take shots for
your photographer.
Confirm timings with all your key
wedding suppliers, including photographer,
florist, cake maker and band/DJ.
Plan your honeymoon wardrobe.
Remind your fiancé to have a haircut.
1 week to go
Have a final hair and make-up practice.
Arrange for the cake to be delivered to
your reception venue.
Reconfirm final numbers with your
caterer.
Double-check your outfit and
accessories.
Make sure the best man has arranged
for the hired outfits to be returned on time
after the wedding.
Wear in your wedding shoes around
the house.
The day before
Help to decorate the venue, if
necessary.
Have a manicure and pedicure.
Have your honeymoon luggage sent to
your first-night hotel.
Eat a light meal, take a bath with lots
of bubbles, have an early night – and try to
relax.
Where to wed
All you need to know, from logistics to legalities,
wherever you’re planning on tying the knot
Religious
Church of England
Until recently, the law restricted couples who
wanted a religious ceremony only to marry in
their parish church. Now it’s more flexible and
you can choose any church outside your parish
that you, your parents or grandparents have a
connection with (for example, if your parents
married there or if you were christened there).
Useful contact: Church of England
(020 7898 1000, www.cofe.anglican.org)
Church of Scotland
A Church of Scotland ceremony can be in
any place, provided your minister agrees
to it, and may be solemnised by a minister,
clergyman, pastor or priest. You don’t need to
be a resident of Scotland, but you will need to
contact the local register office no later than 15
days before your intended wedding date.
Useful contact: Church of Scotland (0131 225
5722, www.churchofscotland.org.uk)
Roman Catholic
You and your groom must both be free
to marry, and one of you must have been
baptised Catholic to wed in a Catholic
church. You’ll also need to visit your local
superintendent registrar at your local town
hall or council office to give notice of your
intention to marry and obtain your licence.
Useful contact: Marriage Care – Catholic
(020 7371 1341, www.marriagecare.org.uk)
Jewish weddings
A Jewish wedding fulfils a religious and civil
purpose, but you’ll need two applications – one
for your local register office and one for the
Abroad
religious authority under which the ceremony
will take place.
Ceremonies can take place in a synagogue or
licensed venue, but it’s worth noting that Jewish
weddings cannot take place on a Saturday.
Useful contacts: Jewish Marriage Counci
(020 8203 6311, www.jmc-uk.org). Visit
www.weddingguideuk.com for in-depth details
about the legalities.
Civil
Register office
To be able to legally marry in a register office,
you and your fiancé must both give notice in
person to the superintendent registrar at your
local town hall or council office, who will issue
you with a certificate of common notice. You
should then make a booking with the register
office to get the date you want – weddings can
be booked no less than 17 days and no more
than 12 months in advance.
Overseas weddings
Weddings abroad are legal as
long as they don’t contravene
UK laws – for example, underage
rules and being free to marry.
Always contact the country’s
embassy for advice to ensure you
have the right documents, and
when you will need to provide
them. Many countries require
a minimum residency period of
between one and seven days
before you can marry. Marriages
in some countries can involve lots
of red tape, so it’s often easier to
have a civil ceremony in the UK
and then a blessing abroad.
Useful contact: Foreign &
Commonwealth Office
(020 7008 1500,
www.fco.org.uk)
Approved buildings
Civil ceremonies can take place at any venue
that has been approved for the purpose. The
premises must be regularly open to members
of the public, so private homes are unlikely
to be approved. Likewise, approval will not
be given for open-air venues, unless it’s a
permanently built structure. You can search for
an approved venue at www.gro.gov.uk. You
will need to give notice of your intention to
marry to your local superintendent registrar,
and contact the local register office closest to
your venue to book a registrar to conduct the
ceremony.
Useful contacts: General Register Office
(0151 471 4814, www.gro.gov.uk); General
Register Office for Scotland
(0131 334 0380, www.gro-scotland.gov.uk)
The legal bit
• You and your fiancé must both be at
least 16 years old (in England and Wales, if
either of you is aged below 18, you’ll need
permission from your parents or guardian).
• You must both be eligible to marry (and
not already married!).
• You can’t be related, although relativesin-law can sometimes marry. Contact the
Citizen’s Advice Bureau for details. See
below for contact information.
• The marriage must take place in legally
approved premises.
• The marriage must take place in front of
an authorised person.
• Ceremonies can now take place at any
time of the day.
• Two witnesses must be present at all
times during the ceremony.
• If it is your second marriage, you will need
to provide documentary evidence that your
previous marriage has legally ended. For
example, if you are divorced, you will have
to show your decree absolute certificate
when you give notice of your marriage.
USEFUL CONTACTS: Visit www.adviceguide.org.uk or www.citizensadvice.org.uk for further details.
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What to ask
Make sure your wedding suppliers are the right
ones for you with these key questions
Your venue
Is it available on your chosen date?
Will it accommodate all your guests?
Is it close to your ceremony venue?
Is the price within your budget?
Does it have in-house caterers with
menus you like the look of?
Will there be other weddings taking
place on the same day?
Can you move furniture or pictures?
Is there accommodation for guests,
and will they be offered a discount?
Are you able to have a marquee/
band/candles/fireworks?
If you want, can you have a late bar?
Does the quoted price include
VAT and service charge?
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Your dressmaker/boutique
Is there a fee to try on dresses?
Will others be trying on dresses at
the same time as you?
How long is your appointment?
Is there a maximum number of
dresses you can try on?
Is there a limit to how many people
you can bring with you?
How long should you allow to have
your dress made?
How much do alterations cost?
How many fittings will you have?
What do you need to bring with you,
for example, shoes, lingerie etc?
Are coordinating accessories available?
Will you be required to pay a deposit,
and when should you pay the balance?
Will you need to collect your dress
when it’s ready, or can it be delivered?
Your photographer
Can you view their previous work?
Do they use film or a digital camera?
Is their style of photography informal
reportage, or traditional and posed?
How many pictures will they take?
Who will own the copyright of the
pictures once they have been taken?
How long will the photographer stay?
Will they visit the venue beforehand?
When will you receive your pictures?
How do their fees work?
Will they set up an online gallery?
Your florist
Can you see examples of their work?
How many other weddings is the
florist doing on the same day as yours?
Will the florist you’ve consulted be
the actual person doing your flowers?
Can they suggest ways to help you
keep within budget?
Is there a maximum distance they will
travel to dress your venue?
When will you pay them, and how?
Do they charge for breakages?
How long do they need to set up?
Your cake maker
Can you see examples of their work?
Can you choose from a selection of
different cake fillings?
Is it possible to sample their cakes?
Can you have mixed-flavour layers?
When will you pay, and how?
Will they come to your venue to
assemble the cake on the day?
Your caterer
Can menus be mixed and matched?
Can they alter menus to fit your budget?
Do they offer a menu-tasting service?
Do you have to pay for a tasting?
What does their service include? Do
they provide waiting staff?
Do they provide alcohol, or could
you get it cheaper elsewhere?
If you do provide your own wine, will
the corkage costs offset your savings?
Your entertainment
Does your DJ have a versatile play list?
Does your band play recorded music
between sets?
Can your band provide a demo CD?
Do they need a meal on the day?
Do they need a room to get changed
in before they perform?
How long do they need to set up?
All this and more at The National Wedding Show
Top 10 Tips
The Top 10 Tips in the Wedding Theatre
will arm you with all the hair, beauty
and style advice you need for your big
day. Covering everything from achieving
complexion perfection with mineral
make-up brand bareMinerals to choosing
the best dress for your body shape,
the Top 10 Tips will provide you with
everything you need to know about
big-day beauty and style. See the show
website for a full timetable.
Honeymoon hideaways
For destination weddings and
honeymoons there will be experts on
hand to help you plan. From winter weddings
in Lapland to island hideaways, you’re sure
to find paradise with Sandals, Thomas Cook,
Turquoise Holidays and many more.
VIP tickets
Experience the show in star style with
VIP tickets, which includes fast-track entry,
reserved seating at the Catwalk Show, fasttrack catering areas, a complimentary glass of
fizz and a goody bag full of beauty products,
including products from bareMinerals and
Essie. If that’s not enough, you’ll also have the
option to treat yourself to a mini makeover
at the bareMinerals pop-up000
salon (subject to
availability).
Ticket prices
• Standard adult: £15 advanced booking,
£20 on the door.
• Child (age six to 16): £6.50 in advance
(£8 on the door). Under fives are free.
• VIP: £35 in advance, £40 on the door.
To book, visit nationalweddingshow.co.uk.
Show dates
London Olympia: 25-27 September
Birmingham NEC: 2-4 October
Manchester Central: 24-25 October
Etiquette
Follow these top tips to ensure everything goes to plan
Invitations
Your invitations should be worded from the host,
so adapt one of these to suit your day.
Miss Joanne Smith and Mr Paul Jones
request the pleasure of
at their wedding
Bride’s parents as hosts:
Divorced parents as hosts:
Mr and Mrs Simon Smith
request the pleasure of
Mr Simon Smith and Mrs Jane Smith
request the pleasure of
at the marriage of their daughter
Joanne to Mr Paul Jones
at the marriage of their daughter Joanne
to Mr Paul Jones
Running order
separate children’s table.
The ceremony
The best man
He’s responsible for supporting the groom, planning his stag night,
ensuring he gets to church on time, handing over the wedding
rings during the ceremony and making a speech. He will also
be responsible for all the ushers, making announcements at the
reception, directing guests, sorting the newlyweds’ transport at
the end of the night and returning all the hire suits afterwards.
The chief bridesmaid
She will plan your hen night, help you get ready on the morning
of your wedding, take your bouquet when you say your vows
and help soothe any last-minute nerves. She is also responsible
for any other bridesmaids you have.
Ushers
They aid the best man, hand out order of service sheets to guests
and guide them to their correct seats at the ceremony.
• The ceremony starts with the processional (entrance of the
bride), the introduction, a hymn (at a religious ceremony), the
marriage, prayers (at a religious ceremony) and optional readings
or blessings followed by signing the register. The service ends
with the recessional (exit of the couple).
• It is usual to provide order of service sheets with the words to
any hymns or songs, so guests can sing along.
• The order can be similar for both religious and civil ceremonies,
but no religious references are allowed at a civil ceremony, so
check the lyrics and words of your chosen music and readings
carefully before submitting them to your registrar for approval.
The reception
• On arrival, ushers should show guests where to park their cars
and then direct them into the venue.
• Welcome friends and family with either a traditional receiving
line or by circulating the room.
• Canapés and apéritifs should then be served, and this is the
time to round up friends and relatives for any formal photos.
• Dinner comes next, followed by toasts and speeches, although
it is now increasingly popular for nervous speakers to get these
out of the way before the meal.
• After-dinner speeches are followed by cutting the cake and
your first dance.
• It’s traditional for guests to stay until the bride and groom
leave, so if you plan to party until dawn, let everyone know!
The seating plan
• Traditionally, the bride and groom sit at a long top table with
their parents, the chief bridesmaid and the best man. Many
couples nowadays prefer a round table, which can be more
sociable, while some couples opt for a ‘sweetheart’ table for just
the two of you.
• To avoid stress with divorced parents, sit them close to their
new partners, or ask them to host their own tables.
• An equal mix of both sexes on each table tends to keep the
atmosphere lively during the wedding breakfast.
• Children should either be seated with their parents or at a
Who does what?
Speeches
The father-of-the-bride: Welcomes the guests, toasts the
groom’s parents, offers a few words of advice to the newlyweds,
welcomes his son-in-law to the family, says lovely things about his
daughter and toasts the bride and groom.
The groom: Compliments his new wife, thanks all the guests,
thanks both sets of parents and toasts the bridesmaids.
The best man: Thanks the bridesmaids, reads any messages
or apologies of absence, tells a few light-hearted anecdotes
about the groom, toasts the host/hostess and the newlyweds and
announces the cutting of the cake.
The bride: More brides are now also saying their bit, so don’t
be afraid to stand up and say a few heartfelt words. You should
speak after the groom, but before the best man.
Children
• If you decide not to invite children to your wedding, tell friends
and family as soon as possible to prevent any unwanted reactions.
• If you’re worried about noise during the ceremony, ask your
ushers to show guests with babies to seats near the door, with
the words, “In case you need to leave during the service”.
• If you do invite children, provide goody bags on the reception
table to prevent boredom, or hire a crèche service.
• Ensure highchair requests are included on the RSVPs.
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Where to go
Whenever you’re getting married, there’s a perfect
honeymoon destination waiting for you
FEBRUARY
January
Sun: Caribbean, New Zealand,
Australia, Maldives, Mexico
Ski: Alps, Dolomites (Italy), Austria,
Canadian and US Rockies, Morocco
Safari: South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania
Best to avoid: Fiji and Malaysia
(rainy season and cyclones)
April
Sun: California, Florida, Thailand,
Middle East, Malaysia, Egypt, Argentina,
French Polynesia
Ski: Canadian and US Rockies, Finland
Safari: South Africa, Botswana, Namibia
Best to avoid: Kenya and Tanzania
(rainy season)
July
Sun: Europe, Bali, Seychelles, Malaysia,
Hawaii, Canada, Fiji
Ski: Alaska, Australia and New Zealand
Safari: Botswana, Namibia, Tanzania
Best to avoid: Northern Africa (too
hot), Costa Rica, Maldives and Sri Lanka
(unsettled weather)
october
Sun: Middle East, Goa, Caribbean,
Maldives, Thailand, Costa Rica
Ski: Alps, Pyrenees, Canadian
and US Rockies, Finland, Morocco
Safari: South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania
Best to avoid: Mauritius and
Seychelles (risk of heavy rain)
May
June
Sun: Seychelles, southern Europe,
Fiji, Mauritius, Malaysia, Argentina,
Brazil, Florida
Ski: California, Swiss Alps
Safari: South Africa, Botswana, Namibia
Best to avoid: Maldives and Sri Lanka
(unsettled weather)
Sun: Southern Europe, Canada, Hawaii,
Peru, Fiji, USA, Seychelles
Ski: Australia and New Zealand
Safari: Botswana, Namibia, Zambia
Best to avoid: Goa (monsoon),
Maldives, Sri Lanka (unsettled weather)
and South America (unbearably hot)
August
September
Sun: Mauritius, Europe, Hawaii
Ski: Alaska, Australia and New Zealand
Safari: Botswana, Namibia, Tanzania
Best to avoid: Florida and the
Caribbean (rain and risk of hurricanes)
Sun: Egypt, Hawaii, Morocco,
Seychelles, Madagascar, Cook Islands
Ski: New Zealand
Safari: Botswana, Namibia, Tanzania
Best to avoid: Florida and the
Caribbean (hurricanes and rain),
Hong Kong (rain)
november
Sun: Mexico, southern Australia,
Mauritius, Argentina, Brazil
Ski: Canada
Safari: Namibia, Zambia, Tanzania
Best to avoid: British Virgin Islands
(too windy) and Europe (too cold)
March
Sun: Malaysia, Egypt, Brazil, French
Polynesia, Zanzibar, Costa Rica,
Sri Lanka, Cuba
Ski: Pyrenees, Rockies, Alps, Finland
Safari: South Africa, Kenya
Best to avoid: Beijing (dust winds),
Mauritius (heavy rain)
Sun: The Cook Islands, New Zealand,
Egypt, Dubai, Chile, India
Ski: Alps, Dolomites, Austria, Canada
Safari: South Africa
Best to avoid: Malaysia and
Seychelles, southern Thailand (rain)
december
Sun: Caribbean, Maldives, Vietnam
(not central), Sri Lanka, Thailand,
New Zealand
Ski: Alps, Dolomites, Austria, Rockies,
Safari: South Africa, Kenya
Best to avoid: Fiji, Seychelles and
Malaysia (rainy season and cyclones)
For more detailed weather information, visit lonelyplanet.com and type your location into the search bar.
piece of cake: Cake maker, Marie Sinclair, owner of Genuine Cakes
(genuinecakes.co.uk) offers advice to help you choose your dream wedding cake
Taste test
The first thing to
consider is flavour,
don’t be afraid to
taste test flavours
you would usually dismiss as you might find
you are pleasantly surprised. Remember,
you can have different flavours in different
tiers, so while you can’t go wrong with
simple flavours like vanilla or chocolate,
a unique flavour for one of the tiers will
create a talking point on the day. Part of
the fun is daring to be different!
Free for all
You could even consider different types
of cake or ingredients for each tier, which
means that if you have many guests with
particular dietary requirements they too can
be catered for, whether it’s with a glutenfree, diabetic or vegan tier.
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If you’re worried you won’t know where to
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about the style of your wedding. Do you
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If you want to see your cake come to life,
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thing is to choose a cake which reflects
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day and tucking into a delicious slice of your
wedding cake! W
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Beautiful personalised
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White tasselled
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Minna Bridal
Hand-tied bouquet of ‘Kansas’
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touches
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naked cake, £250,
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sandals, £103,
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