All the latest from around the county NEWS Nearlywed AWARD-WINNING STYLE Surrey-based Dapper & Suave is celebrating a fantastic milestone having been named Best Bespoke Wedding Accessories Brand 2025 (Southeast England) at the Global Wedding Awards. This prestigious accolade recognises its commitment to creativity and quality, making the brand a go-to for grooms, groomsmen, and wedding guests seeking stylish, handcrafted accessories. Founded in 2015 by Rob Chadband and Jason Brett, Dapper & Suave has grown from a style blog into an award-winning company specialising in bow ties, pocket squares, neckties, and cravats. Each piece is designed to be a conversation starter, offering the perfect finishing touch to wedding attire. Whether you’re after classic elegance, bold patterns, or a bespoke design to match your wedding theme, its unique collection allows for effortless personalisation. Beyond the online store, Dapper & Suave hosts ‘Curated by Dapper & Suave’ pop-up events, bringing together independent businesses in a stylish, welcoming setting. These in-person experiences offer nearlyweds the opportunity to browse the latest designs, feel the quality of the fabrics, and even discuss custom requests to make their wedding day even more special, amongst a wider range of businesses. With events throughout the year, it’s the perfect time to discover awardwinning, hand-crafted accessories to elevate your wedding look. Whether shopping online or visiting an event in person, Dapper & Suave ensures you’ll step into married life with confidence and style. Discover more at www.dapperandsuave.uk INDUSTRY FINALIST The Wedding Dress Surgery is celebrating an exciting milestone, Tina Valydon has been named a finalist in The Wedding Industry Awards 2025, recognising her outstanding craftsmanship in bridal alterations and dressing services. With years of experience working on luxury gowns, Tina specialises in intricate couture alterations, ensuring each dress fits flawlessly while preserving its original beauty. From delicate lacework to complete structural transformations, her meticulous attention to detail has made her a trusted expert for brides seeking perfection. Beyond alterations, Tina offers an exclusive concierge dressing service, assisting brides and wedding parties with gown preparation, steaming, and on-the-day dressing. This stress-free, luxury experience ensures that every detail is taken care of, allowing brides to focus on their special day. Visit www.theweddingdresssurgery.com or check out her socials at www.instagram.com/the_wedding_dress_surgery REAL WEDDING VENUE SPOTLIGHT Farnham Castle is a stunning, historic, multi-award-winning venue, set in five acres of beautiful grounds, overlooking the historic, market town of Farnham, on the Surrey/Hampshire border, set in the glorious Surrey Hills. It’s the most impressive venue if you’re dreaming of somewhere unique, and it offers couples and their guests exclusive use of the Gatehouse, Pembroke Room, Great Lawn, Stone Hall, magnificent Great Hall – with imposing feature fireplace and stained-glass windows! Together with different ceremony options, including The Lantern Hall for civil ceremonies, The Norman Chapel for religious ceremonies, and the Great Lawn and Rose Garden for outdoor ceremonies – you’re spoilt for choice! All are set within the castle, providing the most incredible backdrop for celebrations, and providing the most beautiful atmosphere to exchange vows and create memories. Farnham Castle can accommodate up to 238 seated guests for dining in the Great Hall, and can entertain up to 350 standing guests, the perfect choice for a wedding, from ceremony to reception to party. For even larger celebrations, the grounds of Farnham Castle offer stunning locations for a marquee. After the party, couples can retreat and relax overnight in the beautiful Guildford Suite, while guests stay on-site in one of 33 characterful en-suite bedrooms, providing accommodation for 75 family and friends. Everyone comes together again the following morning in the Library for a Farnham Castle breakfast, to share stories from the day before. Visit www.farnhamcastle.com or call 01252 720 402. Psst! Check out Cassie and Xander’s wedding at this gorgeous venue on page 38 now! GIFTS APLENTY House of Mahogany’s luxurious candles and home fragrances are the ultimate romantic gesture, blending elegance, warmth, and a little bit of magic. Crafted in small batches, the range is thoughtfully curated to create a multisensory experience, offering not just fragrance but also a sense of place, memory, and romance. Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and what better way to make it truly unforgettable than with a bespoke wedding scent room spray, wedding favours, or bespoke couple’s candle? The couple’s candle comes with a custom label including names, date, venue and personal message. Visit https://houseofmahogany.co.uk/pages/wedding-service LOCAL NEWS 9
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