Your West Midlands Wedding - October/November 2023 (Issue 88)

REAL WEDDINGS 23 CLASSIC ELEGANCE It was love at first sight for Sophie and Graham, who quickly became inseparable 28 A NEVER-ENDING LOVE Nicole and Sam met during a night out back in 2015 and were instantly drawn to each other 35 BACK TO NATURE Kerry and Scott chose a relaxed, boho theme for their big day at The Orchard at Munsley FASHION & BEAUTY 62 FASHION FOCUS The latest bridal fashion news, buys and launches 63 ALL DRESSED UP The new season bridal edit of dreamy dresses features delicate details, fairytale-inspired florals and flowing fabrics 68 STYLE ALERT Burnt orange, green, and champagne colours are trending for bridesmaids this season 69 STANDOUT SLEEVES Make your entrance wearing statement sleeves that will take you from day to dancefloor 72 BEAUTY BUZZ Get the look with the latest must-haves 74 LADY OF THE DANCE Strictly’s Luba Mushtuk talks health, wellbeing and the all-important first dance 76 FASHION Q&A Local professionals solve your problems 77 BEST FACE FORWARD We investigate the much-discussed bridal must-have treatment, HydraFacial 28 HONEYMOONS 82 HONEYMOON NEWS Our travel editor reveals the newest openings and honeymoon essentials 84 MAGICAL MAURITIUS Explore this year-round honeymoon hotspot for a taste of the local cuisine, lush scenery and sustainable hotel choices 86 RURAL ROMANCE Discover the delights of Provence at Hôtel Crillon le Brave 88 TOTAL BODY BLISS Experience a weekend of wellness and total body bliss at Warwickshire’s Ardencote Spa GROOMS 78 GROOMS’ NEWS The latest best buys and product launches 79 SKIN DEEP WarPaint For Men shares its make-up and skincare tips for grooms-to-be 80 SOMETHING BLUE We’ve rounded up some of the latest products for the groom-to-be 84 63 23 www.davewallerphotography.com www.danfoley.co.uk 35 www.patrickpartridge.com 4

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