Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - March/April 2021 (Issue 30)

Exeter-based brides will love the large range of new, pre-loved and ex-sample dresses ranging from size 6 to 24 at La Boutique. Gowns at affordable prices all under £600 are from Maggie Sottero, Sassi Holford and Romantica plus the boutique is also a treasure chest of luxurious hand-picked bridal accessories and veils. To arrange an appointment, call 07970 443 668 or visit https://laboutique.org.uk www.facebook.com/Laboutiquebrides Manor Fashions based in Helston town centre specialises in special occasion wear in a wide variety of colours, from metallics to muted pastels, set to be trending this season, for mothers-of-the-bride (and groom) in sizes 8 to 30. There are also coordinating hats, shoes and handbags available. To book an appointment, call 07989 133 254 or visit www.manorfashions.co.uk www.facebook.com/Manor-Fashions-216823848335618 Thank your best girls with an item of keepsake jewellery from award-winning, Torquay-based designer Claire Austin. Every item is made with love in her studio and she offers complimentary design consultations in person or virtually. Call 07927 534 092 or visit www.claireaustinengland.com www.facebook.com/claireaustinengland Put your best foot forward in these ivory strappy sandals called Reese , £85, from Devon-based bridal shoe experts Rainbow Club. Glamorous and fashion- forward, they are perfect for smaller, intimate gatherings. Maids and mums will love their Couture Colour collection, To shop, visit www.rainbowclub.co.uk www.facebook.com/rainbowclubuk Family-run jewellers Drakes, founded in 1950, has a store in the heart of Plymouth offering a wide selection of luxury jewellery items including engagement rings and wedding bands, diamond necklaces and pendants, bridal earrings and bracelets and watches, perfect as a gift for the grooms. The expert team also runs the Jewellery Hospital where they can repair items and create bespoke pieces. To find out more, call 01752 227 775 or visit www.drakesjewellers.co.uk www.facebook.com/Drakesforever Goldsmith Erin Cox designs and hand-makes gold and platinum jewellery inspired by the Devon landscape. Based in Exeter, her bridal collection includes one-of-a-kind engagement rings created with semi-precious stones (as well as diamonds) which look set to become even more popular for couples having an intimate wedding and wanting something a bit different. The team at YDCW are swooning over her 18-carat white gold ring with a pear blue sapphire and her 9-carat yellow gold rubellite tourmaline and diamond trilogy ring. To see more, visit www.erincox.co.uk or call 01392 660 836 to arrange an appointment. www.facebook.com/ErinCoxJewellery All that glitters Mum's the word www.gett yimages.co.uk 64 64