Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - February / March 2021 (Issue 81)

True romance Q: What is a classic romantic bridal look for a Valentine’s Day wedding? Valentine’s Day makes me think of red roses, ballgowns and a warm winter glow. A classic look with a vintage twist would suit beautifully. Being in the winter, a full dress accessorised with a faux fur wrap or shrug would be perfect. If you like a retro look, why not try a cardigan or coloured fur to complement? If you don’t like the idea of a ballgown, then I’d suggest a style made from mikado fabric. Ideal for the colder months, this heavy material means you can have a more fitted dress but with the richness to work with the season. Accessorise your hair with romantic flowers – orchids look stunning and are more robust than you think. Of course there are the traditional roses; try black ones, which are a beautiful deep red. Your bridesmaids will look great in warm, wintry colours like reds, greens or golds. Sarah Hackett | Rookery Bridal | www.rookerybridal.co.uk FINISHING TOUCHES Q: I’ve chosen a simple dress, but I’m worried it’s too plain. How can I make it my own? The wonderful thing about a simple dress is that it gives you so much scope to add accessories and details without it looking over the top. An understated gown is elegant and sleek, allowing your innate beauty to shine through. Why not add a beautiful hair adornment and matching necklace? Statement accessories teamed with pared-back dresses are very on trend. We specialise in making hair accessories and jewellery that match perfectly. You can choose to go as bold or as simple as you like, and we have a wide colour palette to choose from. You could try matching the colour to your bridesmaids’ dresses, or perhaps your best girls could wear simplified versions of your piece so you all coordinate. We can incorporate family keepsakes into your accessories for a personal touch, or you may like to include pearls or crystals for that extra sparkle. We will help you every step of the way to design your ideal jewellery within your budget. The wonderful thing about having pieces made by a professional is that you can keep them forever and pass them on as a family heirloom. Holly Berkley | Holly Berkley Jewellery https://hollyberkleyjewellery.co.uk LIGHT IT UP Q: What props will give our micro-wedding the wow factor? To make your day stand out, we have a variety of eye-catching neon signs that can be hung from one of our gorgeous flower walls or frames. To really make an impact, why not let us create a bespoke neon sign to really personalise your day? There’s no limit to what we can offer as the signs are all made by us in-house – so we can create the perfect piece, no matter what your theme. The best part is, we can deliver to local venues and the products are low- voltage so you just plug in for instant wow factor. Lauren Hayman | Kings Wedding & Events https://www.kingsplastics.co.uk/weddings-and-events/ Jean-Paul Berkley www.gem hicksphotography.com EXPERT ADVICE 85