Look what catches the eye of the editor with a special emphasis on local wedding businesses, shops and suppliers.
Founded just a few months ago in Cornwall, family-run business Belle Natural has hit the ground running by introducing a new range of seven innovative products for natural beauty and well-being – with more on the way. Read all about the brand in the latest issue avaailable to download now for FREE!
We're excited to announce that Cecily Spa has unveiled a new private spa retreat in Windsor. Read all about it on page 86 of the new issue available to download now for FREE!
Disney fans Daniel and George had the perfect day at Leez Priory – with a special pre-ceremony call from BBC Radio 2 host, Scott Mills.
The table décor matched the overall black and white aesthetic of the day with the theme for the Wedding Breakfast as 'BBC Radio 2'. The table plan board was tied into the idea of the 'Radio 2 Breakfast Show' with all the presenter names and guest locations detailed. The table names were all themed around BBC Radio 2 presenters including Claudia Winkleman, Zoe Ball, Rylan Clark, Sara Cox and so on. This theme was actually picked up upon by Radio 2 themselves and Daniel and George had 'pre-ceremony' vows live on air with Scott Mills! And more recently, they were invited live in the studio with Rylan and Scott to talk all about their day - eventually being dubbed 'THE Radio 2 Wedding'!
These lovebirds immediately cancelled appointments to view other venues because they knew Clapton Country Club was the perfect fit. With a vibrant history and stunning interiors, it felt quintessentially London! Discover the wedding in our September/October issue, available to download for free now.
This photoshoot aimed to gather a group of talented vendors to demonstrate to couples that it's absolutely possible to have a wedding that breaks away from tradition. Discover more about the shoot in our October/November issue, available to download for free now.
We've gathered top photographers and videographers to help inspire your search for the dream team. Discover local companies in our October/November issue, available to download for free now.
Molly and Chris met when they were both working at a racecourse. “We had a team-building day, at which point we had never met and were partnered against each other,” says Molly. “Sparks soon started flying, and we found out we are very competitive! A few months after dating, we travelled to New Zealand and Hong Kong in a van with a tent on top of it. Chris soon learnt my love of planning everything and I discovered Chris’ love of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc Wine! Everyone thought it was going to be a disaster trip, but it was the start of our amazing adventure in life together and we can’t wait to take our two boys back.”
Chris proposed in Saint Lucia while the couple were on a family holiday. “It was a complete surprise and totally magical,” shares the bride. “We drove around the island looking for waterfalls, and by the third attempt, with Chris becoming more agitated, we decided to settle for a beautiful beach, where he went down on one knee and asked me to marry him. What is so special is that he designed the ring with my uncle, who is a jeweller in Hatton Garden, London. He asked my mum for permission the night before, as she wouldn’t be able to keep a secret!”
See more from their wedding in the current issue. Download your free copy at www.youreastanglian.wedding/free-download
Cassandra Lane is a Manchester-based wedding photographer. “I’m originally from the West Country, but I’ve lived in the Manchester and Cheshire area for several years now, and I love it,” shares Cassandra. “I’m definitely a city girl and I enjoy making the most of everything Manchester has to offer. When I’m not photographing weddings and portraits, you’ll find me hanging out with my cat Lizzo, playing tennis or bashing the drum kit I keep in my office! I’ve always loved capturing events and I used to shoot candid pictures all the time when I was a teenager. I went on to study to become a professional photographer at the University of Westminster and set up Cassandra Lane Photography in 2011. I shot my first ceremony and reception just before my husband and I got married. Having the experience of the engagement, wedding planning and being a bride got me started in the wedding industry. And it’s fair to say I’ve been hooked on wedding photos ever since!"
Meet more local photographers in our Photography feature in the current issue. Download your free copy at www.yournorthwest.wedding/free-download
Hayley and Ed met while they were both working at an insurance company 10 years ago. “We reconnected several years later and have been inseparable since,” says Ed. “We share the same values, a laid-back approach to life and a love of animals.”
“I proposed to Hayley at Macquaries Point in Sydney, Australia, which has a beautiful view overlooking Sydney Harbour and the Opera House,” shares the groom. “Hayley lived in Australia for a few years and I knew it would be special to do it in a place that she holds dear. I asked her to pose for a photo against the backdrop and then dropped to one knee. Based on her shocked reaction and happy tears, I would say it was a big surprise.”
The couple shared their first coffee date at Oad St Weddings. “It used to be a tea room, so it holds great sentimental value for us,” explains Ed. “The venue is beautiful inside, with low lights and foliage and a contemporary deco-styled bar, so it felt perfect for our day. The surrounding area is quiet and picturesque, and the staff have always been so friendly whenever we have visited for meals over the years. Oad St Weddings was an easy choice for us once we were shown around by the wedding coordinators, Summer and Charley, and we were so glad that six years after that first coffee date, we were enjoying our first dance in almost the exact spot.”
See more from their wedding in the current issue. Download your free copy at www.yourkent.wedding/free-download
Lauren and Rob met through work in 2015. “I thought he was really charming and we got on really well,” says Lauren. “Our relationship grew and in 2023, Rob proposed while we were in Cardiff. We went back to the first hotel that we stayed in together and I had no idea that he was going to pop the question. It caught me by complete surprise.”
See more from their wedding in the current issue. Download your free copy at www.yoursouthwales.wedding/free-download
Make-up artist, Lynsey Fordham, put together this styled shoot at Apton Hall. The vision combined cool, crisp whites alongside mellow sage greens. The outcome is perfectly timeless with such a relaxed vibe. I love this image taken by John Payton Photography. The décor & venue styling by Elf Occasions was absolutely stunning. The simplicity of the flowing fabrics and wild foliage is perfect.
I'll be enjoying a Christmas tipple from local Cornish distillers Padstow Distilling who recently triumphed at the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC), earning four prestigious awards: Gold, Silver and two Bronze medals. Read all about it in the new issue available to download now for FREE!
This image taken at the beautiful Berkshire-based venue Bearwood Lakes in Wokingham sets the scene for a fairytale-inspired day. It's the ideal choice for a wonderful winter wedding. See more in the latest issue available to download now for FREE!
Jonathan and Sasha wanted a laid-back wedding, like a massive lunch with all their favourite people savouring delicious food and drinks, like a leisurely Italian lunch but in Chelsea! Discover the wedding in our September/October issue, available to download for free now.
Hand-feeding a herd of red deer at Burley Manor as the sun set was one of the most enchanting moments this couple shared together. Discover the wedding in our September/October issue, available to download for free now.
How stunning are these romantic blooms created by Rachel Dixon at Untamed Florals? Discover more about the supplier in our October/November issue, available to download for free now.
The Everglade gown from Claire Pettibone's Moonlight Reverie Collection is truly a masterpiece, showcasing a stunning overskirt paired with a playful mini. Discover more about the dress in our October/November issue, available to download for free now.
Over the past decade, Viv Lambert, founder of Sussex Dove Release, and her daughter, Laura, have done hundreds of dove releases with their flock of more than 50 birds. "They have the same homing instinct as messenger and racing pigeons and can reach speeds of 80-90mph," Viv explains. "They live in purpose-built sheds in our gardens in Hove, fly free all day and return at bedtime. In fact, they're far easier to raise than teenagers!"
On your big day, two doves in a flower-adorned display cage stand on a white column. Next to this, a heart-shaped white basket holds up to three extra doves to be released after the first two representing those family or friends who can only be with you in spirit. On release the doves circle to orientate, providing a lovely uplifting sight as well as a great photo opportunity, before joining together for their flight back home to Brighton.
Check out www.sussexdoverelease.co.uk
For our A-Z of wedding entertainment ideas, download the Sept/Oct24 issue, free at www.your-sussex.wedding/free-download
Located in the sleepy Yorkshire town of Settle, Falcon Manor (www.falconmanor.co.uk) is a romantic wedding venue that'll become exclusively yours for your special day. Here, every wedding is unique. The venue's dedicated staff and exquisite venue ensure your wedding is everything you've imagined. Surrounded by breathtaking vistas that create a picture-perfect backdrop for your wedding or celebration, Falcon Manor embraces its former elegance as a historical manor house while introducing modern touches and contemporary design.
The grandeur of the Manor's architecture is complemented on the inside, with a roaring log fire in the entrance hall to welcome you as soon as you walk through the door. Step into the light-filled Garden Room boasting the most beautiful feature lighting and a luxurious, neutral design that'll enhance your chosen theme and styling.
Falcon Manor is licensed for civil ceremonies, which take place in the stunning Garden Room that's filled with daylight and opens out onto a beautiful terrace. Alternatively, choose an outdoor ceremony in the pavilion surrounded by the Yorkshire Dales countryside. Able to accommodate up to 87 guests in both locations, the Manor is a perfect place to exchange vows.
As the day becomes night the Manor takes on a whole new ambience and atmosphere, projecting the warmth and magic of dusk through the bay windows of the Garden Room. Knowing you want a party, the staff are on hand to deliver the best evening for you and up to 150 guests to dance the night away. A private and exclusive bar is open until 12.30am.
Discover more hotel wedding venues in the Sept/Oct24 issue, free to download at www.youryorkshire.wedding/free-download
The dark circles under my eyes always bother me and I never have managed to hide them to my satisfaction. My wedding day is the time to solve this! What can you recommend?
Make-up artist Hannah Carson (www.hannahcarsonmua.com) says: I have a really quick and easy fix for you! The first step is ensuring you're prepping by hydrating your under eyes. Hydration is so important. This helps your products to melt into the skin flawlessly. If you have drier skin under-eye products won't blend or smooth out as easily, so remember: hydration is key.
Once prepped, all you need is a dash of warm colour correction. It might sound complicated, but in three easy steps you can achieve it. If you apply concealer directly to dark circles it looks cloudy and grey. But adding a little of a peach or orange cream corrector, targeting the darker areas, counteracts the blue tones helping to conceal.
Step 1: Simply using your finger will warm up the product helping it to blend. Use light patting motions until all the dark areas are covered and leave for 30 to 40 seconds.
Step 2: Apply your regular concealer on top using a sponge or brush to get a good coverage using patting motions again to achieve a good coverage.
Step 3: Set. A translucent setting powder will help to lock the other products in.
So, only three products are needed and you won't need to break the bank. Try Makeup Revolution Eye Bright Under Eye Corrector, which comes in two shades: light-medium and medium-deep. I also recommend Superdrug Vitamin E Eye Cream and Collection Hydrating Full Coverage Concealer.
For more beauty tips, download the latest issue of Your Cheshire & Merseyside Wedding free at www.yourcheshiremerseyside.wedding/free-download