Wedding season is in full swing, and we’re already obsessed with the showstopping nuptials across Hampshire and Dorset! Couples continue pushing the boundaries to capture their love stories and personalities perfectly. They’re thinking outside the box on ways to create memorable days and ultimate celebrations with loved ones. For many reasons, summer is a fabulous time to tie the knot! Who doesn’t love the warmer weather? Don’t get me started on the limitless colour palettes on offer! From neutral shades to pastel fantasies and bold pops of colour, you can’t go wrong. If you’ve just become engaged, we recommend starting to plan early to avoid disappointment. This not only ensures you secure your preferred suppliers but also allows you to enjoy the process of creating your dream day step by step. Embrace the beauty of summer with abundant florals, as this season offers more options than others. Imagine the vibrant hues of roses, gardenias, carnations, sunflowers, hydrangeas, dahlias, peonies, sweet peas and more, all coming together to create a picturesque setting for your special day. We all know the Great British weather can be unpredictable! Even if you’re exchanging vows at the peak of summer outside, it’s always essential to have a wet-weather backup plan in case of any summer showers – it’s better to be safe than sorry. Most venues will offer a space indoors as an alternative if the heavens open, ensuring your day goes on without a hitch. For catering, keep things light, fresh and crisp, as the last thing guests will want is a hearty, heavy meal in the heat before dancing the night away. Some popular options include picnics, hog roasts, BBQs, delicate seafood, afternoon teas and more! Ensure seasonal food is being used to ensure top flavour and taste. Keep guests hydrated with cold water, juices or even fresh lemonade. It’s a chance to get creative and offer your guests a culinary adventure. This issue is full of wedding inspiration from start to finish, covering all aspects of the planning process, from finding the perfect venue to dreamworthy gowns, the latest offers, beauty advice, venue styling and big-day bakes. It doesn’t stop there, as we also cover top honeymoon destinations worldwide for memorable trips together. So, pull up a chair, grab a cuppa and get reading! Olivia x Olivia Gibson, Editor Summer lovin ISSN 2046-8474 Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by Ellis Media and Events 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 Hampshire & Dorset Wedding is published six times a year. ADVERTISING Account Manager Ruth Swallow | 01376 538 568 ruth.swallow@county.wedding @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 Editor Olivia Gibson | 01376 535 611 olivia.gibson@county.wedding With black and white colour schemes becoming all the rage, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite products for the groom-to-be. Set in the middle of an agricultural estate in a private corner of the New Forest, couples will approach Hale Park down a long avenue of lime trees that creates the perfect setting for special events. 86 41 25 Olivia and Kierran’s wedding featured a sage green colour scheme with touches of gold for an elegant touch. www.hawesandcurtis.co.uk www.carlamortimerweddingphotography.co.uk https://slr-photography.co.uk 6
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