An Essex Wedding - May/Jun 2019 (Issue 86)

focus Fashion editor Claire Ridley reveals the latest bridal news, buys and launches Tying the knot Ted Baker has launched its latest wedding collection called Tie The Knot. It features a range of bridal dresses in luxe satin and tulle with dazzling back detail, floral appliqué and feathers. There are also sophisticated bridesmaids’ styles in pale pink, powder blue and navy, plus shoes, matching handbags and jewellery to complement. Not forgetting the groom-to-be, there are smart tailored suits, floral print shirts and quirky accessories. The Tie the Knot collection is available in selected stores. Visit tedbaker.com or @ted_baker EDITOR’S FAVOURITE This bridal garter, £24, adds a subtle something blue . Go to eberjey.com or @eberjey Fashion Dress up The new Roman bridesmaid dress collection for spring/summer 2019 includes pretty pastel shades with delicate beading and ruching. Knee-length styles start from £70 with the full-length dresses just £80. Visit romanoriginals.co.uk or @romanoriginals BEST FOOT FORWARD These ivory satin court shoes with bow detail at the back, £69, are the latest bridal offering from Monsoon. Stylish, comfortable and with a budget-friendly price tag, they’ll look great teamed with any style of wedding dress. Go to uk.monsoon.co.uk or @monsoon Wholehearted The new Wholehearted collection from Links of London includes this 18-carat rose gold vermeil heart design with pink opals, £140, which would make perfect bridesmaids’ gifts. Visit linksoflondon.com or @linksoflondon GRAND UNVEILING Jewellers Clogau has launched its Compose by Clogau collection, which includes six new bridal ring designs in a choice of 9-carat or 18-carat yellow, rose and white gold or platinum, with a choice of diamonds helping brides-to-be to create their dream ring. Prices start from £1,800 and when making a purchase, brides will also receive a Compose by Clogau Eau de Toilette, £50 worth of Clogau vouchers, and a bead charm set with London Blue topaz. Visit clogau.co.uk or @clogaugold FASHION 89