Your Kent Wedding - July/Aug 2024 (Issue 115)

GROOMS’ NEWS New for 2024, watch brand AVI8 has revealed a collection of special edition timepieces in collaboration with Airfix, the UK’s oldest manufacturer of scale model kits. The collaboration represents a union of passionate craftsmen and enthusiasts who are dedicated to replicating history’s mechanical marvels. The watches come beautifully packaged, reminiscent of familiar Airfix boxes that once housed the carefully detailed kits that they are renowned for. The collection includes five pieces featuring a variety of movements, including a Japanese meca-quartz chronograph, a dual-time feature and an automatic with three hands. See more at www.avi-8.co.uk Zadig & Voltaire has released a new men’s fragrance called This Is Really Him! Scintillating notes of grapefruit and lemon have been used in contrast with a metallic orange blossom accord. All this precedes a subtle woody accord of palo santo, warmed by amber notes. This spray is perfect for the wedding day or as a gift for the groom-to-be. Priced at £82 for 100ml, This Is Really Him! is available from www.theperfumeshop.com Men’s jewellery brand Ring Bear has announced the launch of an exclusive ring line in collaboration with baseball player Austin Riley. This collaboration brings together Ring Bear’s jewellery expertise with Riley’s personal style and interests. The eight-ring collection incorporates elements such as wood as well as references to baseball. This aligns with the celebration of Riley’s fifth wedding anniversary – the wood anniversary. The rings are crafted from a range of materials, including gold, tungsten and titanium. For baseball enthusiasts, the collection includes a special ring inspired by the game and others with inlaid ash wood, which is historically used in baseball bats. The collection is available at www.ringbear.com Grooms editor Melissa Cullen reveals the latest best buys and product launches NEWS Grooms’ Blake Mill has launched a new range of shirts. Featuring new bold colours, this collection is perfect for spring and summer weddings. The new Navy Oxford Shirt (pictured) boasts refined accents, adding a touch of urban elegance to its timeless appeal. Meanwhile, the Green Oxford Shirt features vibrant accents, injecting a pop of colour and vibrancy into your wardrobe. Lastly, the Red Oxford Shirt showcases distinctive Midlands accents, exuding confidence and style. All shirts are priced at £105 and available to buy at www.blakemill.co.uk Pantherella has released its Spring and Summer 2024 Collection. Perfect for grooms and groomsmen, it features a wide selection of cashmere and cotton styles to choose from. Whether you prefer a classic neutral sock or a pop of colour with your formalwear, Pantherella’s new collection has something to suit. For a personal touch, commemorate your special day with a personalised monogram, available across the Danvers, Laburnum, Waddington and Sackville styles. These are available for purchase at www.pantherella.com German jewellery brand COEUR DE LION has launched its first men’s collection after the success of its unisex collection that launched last year. Bracelets, necklaces, rings and watches make up the collection of bold stainless steel pieces paired with muted gemstones and on-trend pearls. Prices start at £45 with pieces that are made to be mixed and matched, stacked and combined. To find out more, visit www.coeur-de-lion.org 97

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