Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding - May/June 2019 (Issue 74)

6 HERE COMES SUMMER T his is my favourite time of year; spring’s in full bloom and summer’s on the way with plenty of long, hot sunny days to come, hopefully. 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’ve just moved 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 too and the benefits have far outweighed the brief pangs of regret from ditching piles of 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 covering everything from showstopping wedding cakes on page 61 to dressing the bridal party on page 67. 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 Melissa Barker PRODUCTION 01376 535 616 | artwork@county.wedding Production Manager | Scott Brothwell Senior Graphic Designers | Sarah Hill | 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. 29 88 Sarah x 53 111 Make a style statement with these vibrant Melody G monstera leaf earrings; great for the honeymoon, £24, postcardshome.co.uk