Your East Anglian Wedding - Apr/May 2019 (Issue 36)

6 GREEN SHOOTS H urray for spring! It’s my favourite time of year; driving to and from work in the daylight always makes me feel more energised, so instead of slumping on the sofa when I get in, I’ve embarked on a major spring clean. Needs must, as I’m in the process of moving house and after years of hoarding, I’ve had to be ruthless. The mantra of tidying guru Marie Kondo – if it doesn’t bring you joy, get rid – has been my salvation! It’s been a wrench ditching some of the sentimental stuff but, oh the joy of tidy drawers and being able to find what I need, when I need it! My local charity shop is delighted and the benefits have far outweighed the brief pangs of regret after ditching my daughters’ pre-school artwork. What’s more I’ve rediscovered a few long-lost treasures along the way. It’s a bit like wedding planning really – a journey of discovery! It’s so much easier when you have a goal and a tick list. Getting those troublesome tasks out of the way early, like doing the sums and keeping on top of the wedmin, is always a relief freeing up more time for all the fun stuff, like shopping and cocktails with your besties. As always, we’re here to help with advice from local experts and a whole host of fresh ideas. Covering everything from dressing the bridal party on page 73 to showcasing the work of some of the region’s talented wedding photographers on page 67; we’re on the case, helping you create your dream day. Along the way, remember to take time out to savour this special time as a couple too, arrange a date night and declare it a wedding-free zone. Enjoy! Sarah loves... Pantone Colour of the Year Living Coral; perfect for spring and summer weddings or a cool beachy theme. For inspiration check out our moodboards on page 63. The brand new floral hen party range of paper napkins, plates and cups from teamhen.co.uk adds a fun flowery touch to spring and summer celebrations. 21 Sarah x Raise a toast to romance with this limited edition bottle complete with love heart label, £36, pinkstergin.com Bumble bee notebook, £7.50, loladesignltd.com – great for the to-do list! EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 | editor@county.wedding Sarah Reeve| Editor sarahr@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor danielleh@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Grooms Editor Kelly Andrews | Beauty Editor Demelza Rayner | Travel Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor Sarah Reeve | Lifestyle Editor CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Annie Cannock PRODUCTION 01376 535 616 | artwork@county.wedding Production Manager | Scott Brothwell Senior Graphic Designers | Chloe Edey Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor | Sarah Young Web Development Manager |Stuart Weatherley Production Assistant | Lorna Butcher Your East Anglian Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by KD Media Publishing Ltd. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility for advert content, or of the standing of advertisers or by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Your East Anglian Wedding is published six times a year. Subscription rates are £17.60 per annum (incl. p+p). Cheques should be made out to KD Media Publishing Ltd and sent to Your East Anglian Wedding , c/o KD Media Publishing Ltd, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP.