HERE COME THE GIRLS Vicki’s Bridal Boutique, based in Tenterden, Kent, is now a proud stockist of the Jacqueline Louise Bridesmaid Collection. This beautiful collection of multiway bridesmaid dresses is available in a variety of colours and fabrics. This style has endless possibilities, making it the perfect dress for women of all shapes and sizes. Available in junior and adult options Vicki’s Bridal Boutique is the exclusive Kent stockist of the collection and offers a personal experience for brides and their bridal parties with full shop exclusivity. Visit www.vickisbride.co.uk to find out more. SAVE THE DATE The Matfield Eco & Vegan Wedding Fair is taking place at Matfield Village Hall on Sunday 29th September 2024 between 11am and 4pm. The fair will showcase vegan wedding cake makers and beauty products, eco photographers and florists, vegan caterers, eco venues and giftware, and much more. No matter how far you are in the wedding planning process, the fair will have something to help you plan the wedding of your dreams while also being kind to the planet. Find out more at www.facebook.com/southeastveganevents FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD Number Eight is a restaurant in Sevenoaks that’s owned by chef Stuart Gillies, who was the CEO of The Gordon Ramsay Group for seven years and, before that, earned international acclaim as a chef at Michelinstarred restaurants. In 2024, Stuart will be personally providing catering services for weddings and his restaurant, Number Eight, is now available to host sit-down dinners and parties. Like the dishes, the interior is focused on comfort and elegance, with floor-to-ceiling windows, smoked oak parquet floors, warm tan leather and velvet blue banquettes, a grand, marble-topped bar and goldrimmed lighting. There is also an outdoor terrace for sunny, al fresco dining and a semi-private dining area for up to 14 guests in The Gallery, which doubles as an intimate space to showcase work by up-andcoming artists. Stuart explains: “For us, having always loved the world of hospitality and restaurants, it’s long been a dream to be able to bring that experience and energy into people’s lives as much as possible, along with our dogs and our children.” Head over to www.no8sevenoaks.com for more information. WELCOME TO THE FAMILY Hever Castle, a wedding venue in Edenbridge, has revamped its recommended supplier list to include new companies that are bringing a fresh vibe to the venue, subtly enhancing what is already a stunning property with stylish furniture, rustic props and quirky décor. There are now professional singers in the supplier family, function bands offering immersive experiences and world-class musicians. The team at Hever Castle can introduce some of the nicest celebrants for those who wish to move away from the formality of a civil ceremony and there’s also ideas for some of the most talented artists who will capture the special moments from your big day in the most beautiful of ways. Discover more at www.hevercastle.co.uk www.unsplash.com/@jeremywongweddings Charlotte Walters Photography 10
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