Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - July/August 2020 (Issue 52)

ACCESSORISING A SIMPLE GOWN The most important thing to be is confident in your choices. Really go with what you love, something that reflects the vibe of your big day. Often overlooked, but never to be underestimated is the bridal clutch, tipped to be the next big thing for brides around the globe. Why not swap your bouquet for a super-cute clutch in the evening and be one step ahead of the fashion game? For some, less is more, and for others more is, well, more. A simple dress could be accessorised perfectly with a single pair of statement earrings. Check out our stunning Such a Classic, and Lavinia options. An elegant, soft tulle, cut-edge veil is the perfect accessory to an understated gown in our opinion, with the fingertip length being the bestseller right now. Delicate hair vines are also the perfect go-to for modern chic. Last, but not least jewellery – one statement piece is really all that’s needed here. But if big and bold aren’t your thing, consider a delicate set. Fiona Dobson-Bainbridge, www.theweddingfairyandfriends.co.uk The Wedding Fairy and Friends offers a stunning range of bridal accessories in its online boutique. Fiona is the company’s director. PROVIDING EVERY COMFORT Don’t forget to hire toilets for an outdoor wedding – they’re very important! We know they’re often a second thought, but try not to scrimp. No one wants dingy-looking porta loos outside their beautiful marquee, and your guests certainly won’t thank you. Putting that extra bit of budget into beautifully-designed shepherd hut toilets will be well worth it. Here are a few things to think about. ❤ Be accurate with the number of guests attending your wedding when getting a quote from your loo supplier. The last thing you want are overflows due to underestimating use – ew! ❤ Location is key. They should be close enough to the reception that guests can access them quickly, but not too close so that they’re blocking emergency exits or catering alleyways. ❤ Bathroom emergency kits are a necessity. They should be packed with first aid items, toiletries and sanitary products – a thoughtful gesture your guests will love. ❤ Add that extra wow factor to your toilets. If ever there was such a thing as a pretty loo, this is it. We’ve gone that extra mile to include a hire package of external flowers (internal arrangements are already included). We can also arrange décor to match your theme. Or why not go all out and add a helpful and attentive toilet attendant to keep the loos smelling and looking fresh and sparkly all day, and night. ❤ If you have a weekend festival wedding in the pipeline, you’ll need toilets for the two days as well as showers for your glampers. Kate Richards, www.nomadicwashrooms.co.uk Kate owns Welshpool-based company Nomadic Washrooms, with husband Stu, specialising in the hire of luxury shepherd hut toilet trailers. www.rock saltphotography.com www.lesle ymeredith.co.uk EXPERT ADVICE 49