Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding - Mar/Apr 2019 (Issue 73)

6 GREEN SHOOTS S pring will soon be in full bloom with the promise of lighter nights and warmer weather on the way. Although I’m not prepared to ditch my winter woollies just yet, things are already hotting up here at County Weddings HQ. With Valentine’s Day delivering a fresh stream of couples embarking on their big-day journey; we’re here to help with advice from local experts and a whole host of fresh ideas. The wedding season will soon be kicking off in earnest and, as always, we’re keeping our finger firmly on the pulse to report back to you with all the latest trends, bridal must-haves, must-see venues, fashion and more. Covering everything from great colour combos for fabulous florals on page 65 to what’s big in wedding catering on page 59, 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! 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 Hampshire & Dorset 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 Hampshire & Dorset 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 Hampshire & Dorset Wedding , c/o KD Media Publishing Ltd, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. Sarah loves... Pantone Colour of the Year Living Coral; perfect for spring or summer weddings and a cool beachy theme. For inspiration check out our moodboards on page 72. 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. 69 Sarah x Let the love beGin! 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!