Well, here we are at the end of the another year. Is it me, or did 2023 fly by faster than usual? Mind you, with the pandemic growing more and more distant in our rear view mirrors as weddings embrace a sense of back to normality, it’s no wonder really. The highlights for me were the Coronation and Carlos Alcaraz’s brilliant win at Wimbledon, as well as getting to see some more of Europe and, of course, celebrating Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding’s shiny new website! When you’ve read this issue, why not have a look around? There’s plenty on offer to keep you ahead of the curve with your wedding planning. Autumn was unseasonably warm, so I have everything crossed from some chilly weather this winter; especially for those of you with cosy December or January nuptials in store. Summer’s all well and good, but the time comes when it’s great to just snuggle up in your favourite jumper and curl up with your spouse-to-be in front of your favourite Netflix show, or better still, with your tablet and favourite wedding magazine! This issue we’ve created an entire section dedicated to all you gorgeous grooms out there! From a Q&A special looking into your grooming and fashion worries, to an oh-so cool Peaky Blinders-inspired shoot, you won’t want to miss a page. Finally, for a touch of winter magic, check out our Hot Topic pages where the region’s experts tell us how to bring the joy of the season to your nuptials. So as ever, enjoy and keeeep planning! Kelly Andrews, editor Winte warmer Ke y ISSN 1755-4756 Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by KD Events & Publishing Ltd. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility for advert content, or of the standing of advertisers or by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding is published six times a year. cwe COUNTY WEDDING EVENTS WIN! 89 WIN! A honeymoon in Rhodes www.simonandkianaphotography.com 43 FLORAL FANTASY I’m bloomin’ obsessed with flowers, so our annual feature dedicated to the topic is one of my favourites to put together. This time out we’re offering oodles of inspiration on ceremony and reception flowers, plus accessories for the wedding party. 39 DRESS DREAMS Just because it’s cold outside, doesn’t mean it can’t be summer in our hearts! Bring a little brightness into your life with this cute shoot inspired by dreamy days. And can I just mention this stunning dress? 28 BOUNCE BACK Emily and Joe had an absolute riot on their bouncy castle, particularly with their wedding party who all ended up in a heap at one point. So... much... fun! @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @countyweddingmagazines Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding MANAGING DIRECTOR Sarah Ellis | 01376 535 602 sarah.ellis@county.wedding EDITORIAL Deputy Managing Editor Kelly Andrews | 01376 535 611 kelly.andrews@county.wedding www.anaparkerphotography.com www.weddingsbygouldphotography.co.uk ADVERTISING Account Manager Lorraine Whitehead | 01376 535 607 lorraine.whitehead@county.wedding EDITOR’S LETTER 7
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