Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding - Sep/Oct 2019 (Issue 76)

A s we’re soaking up the last vestiges of summer sunshine, it’s fair to say we’ve enjoyed the usual mixed bag of Great British weather with a few hotter-than-Hawaii days as well as the customary rain. So as the last embers of summer fade into autumn we look back with a last hurrah to the season on page 63 where we feature a glorious styled shoot showcasing the talents of local suppliers and beautiful coral tones, one of this year’s hottest hues. Although I’m always a little down when summertime’s over, I soon perk up when all the colours start changing. It’s a wonderfully romantic time of year, perfect for taking time out from the wedding planning to relax and enjoy the great outdoors before the hectic festive period and bleak winter weather kicks in. There’s rich pickings to be had too for autumn-themed weddings. Hampshire and Dorset are blessed with plenty of glorious countryside and forests, so why not grab your partner, pull on your wellies and head out? Be inspired by nature’s bounty for your big-day palette and turn to page 69 for our showcase of autumn colour mood boards. There’s a wealth of natural material available too at this time of year. Think shiny conkers, twigs, brambles, ornamental gourds in different shapes and sizes, pumpkins and richly coloured blooms like dahlias and chrysanthemums. To find out what local experts have to say on making the most of the season, turn to page 109. As well as wonderful seasonal ideas, this issue is packed with latest trends and top tips for all things wedding-related from bridal fashion and local venues to fun hen and party ideas to see off your single days in style. Enjoy! Sarah x Distributed by Marketforce (UK) Ltd, 5 Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5HU. Tel: 020 378 79001  Email:  salesinnovation@marketforce.co.uk. Circulation Marketing by Intermedia Brand Marketing Ltd, Unit 6 Enterprise Centre, Kelvin Lane, Manor Royal, Crawley, RH10 9PE.  Tel: 01293 312 001  Email: getintouch@inter-media.co.uk ISSN 2046-8474 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Sarah Reeve| Editor sarahr@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor Louise Prance | Chief Sub Editor Danielle Harvey | Grooms and Beauty Editor danielleh@county.wedding Demelza Rayner | Travel Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor Sarah Reeve | Lifestyle Editor CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Melissa Barker, Claire Muffet-Reece DESIGN 01376 535 616 | artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers | Sarah Hill | Stephanie Hodder Vicky O’Connor | Sarah Young Web Development Manager | Stuart Weatherley ADVERTISING Sales & Events Director | Sarah Ellis 01376 538 490 | sarahm@county.wedding Account Manager | Ruth Swallow 01376 514 000 | ruths@county.wedding Subscriptions 01376 514 000 | subscriptions@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 | accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James 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. @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @cwm_wedding Visit us online at county.wedding and countyweddingevents.com Sarah Reeve, editor Karina and Darren’s twisted fairytale wedding at Hampshire’s Froyle Park was a magical affair full of fun and fantasy. Read all about it from page 35. Goodbye summer, hello autumn MEDIA PUBLISHING cwe COUNTYWEDDING EVENTS Pumpkins are great as seasonal decorations and don’t have to scream Halloween. WIN! A HONEYMOON IN NANTUCKET U.S., ON PAGE 119 Rock a retro vintage look in these cute shoes. 109 95 6