NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on the latest from around the region AND THE WINNER IS... The winners of the South West Wedding Awards were announced recently and the recipient of the accolade for ‘Something Different’ was Somerton-based The Flower Preservation Workshop. We asked business owner Rachel Ruddle how she felt about receiving such recognition, she told us, “We won! I’m absolutely blown away to even be a finalist for this award, but to win... I’m lost for words, possibly a first! Despite knowing how amazing my team is, each time I send out an order I still worry that it might not meet our clients’ expectations. We’ve completed thousands of orders and I still have this feeling. We’re so passionate about our work and to be recognised for an award is just amazing. Thank you to everyone who voted for us, we couldn’t have achieved this without your support.” The South West Wedding Awards recognise businesses within the industry that exceed their customers’ expectations and deliver outstanding customer service. They are voted for by the public, rather than a team of panellists, so to receive one is quite the honour. Flower Preservation Workshop specialises in designing handmade floral paperweights, which perfectly preserve clients’ wedding flowers allowing them to be treasured forever. To find out more check out www.flowerpreservationworkshop.co.uk SHOP SUSTAINABLY Bristol-based independent business Prior Shop has been awarded Best High Street Shop in Holly & Co.’s National Independent Awards. This is a game-changer for the team who are hugely proud of their achievement. The shop brings locallymade sustainable products from 150 independent businesses to the high street. Founder Beck says, “We’re a haven for artists and designers and in being so, a haven for customers. When local artists, designers and makers are supported, given opportunities and their voices championed, the whole community wins.” All products are vetted for their sustainable credentials and circular economy. So, if you’re aiming to keep your big-day, as well as your future, environmentallyconscious while shopping local check out the website www.priorshop.uk. You’ll find gorgeous meaningful gift-list ideas, ideal wedding party gifts, big-day beauty, chic finishing touches, furnishings for your together home and more. FASHION FORWARD Located in the beautiful city of Bath, Krystle Brides offers an extensive range of gowns by some of the most soughtafter designers in the industry, the latest of which is the 2022 Blue by Enzoani collection. These modern and sexy wedding dresses range in price from £1,500 to £2,200 and showcase all the latest trends from sleeves to cape veils in the shape of form-fitting silhouettes and A-lines. Whether you’re looking for something embellished and showstopping or sleek and simple, there’s something here for everyone. You can check out all the dresses at www.enzoani.com/en/collections/blue-by-enzoani Krystle Brides recommends an appointment to ensure a fitting room is available for you, but it does also accept walkins. During your appointment, you and your entourage will be accompanied by a stylist who’ll get to know more about you and your wedding day, in order to assist in finding your dream dress. Head over to www.krystlebrides.co.uk to find out more. 8
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