Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - May/June 2020 (Issue 80)

YOUR DAY, YOUR WAY Celebrant wedding ceremonies are on the rise and Hampshire-based Pat Morgan is among those leading the way. To meet demand she recently announced an updated range of services for newlyweds-to-be in the region. Offering everything from handfasting ceremonies to modern themed weddings, she works closely with each couple to create a memorable ceremony tailored to their likes and needs. To find out more visit www.momentsintimeceremonies.co.uk  KEEP CALM AND MARRY ON We spoke to local wedding suppliers for their take on the current testing times and predictions for all the lovely weddings to come. “During this pretty grey time in everyone’s life, we all need a bit of colour. Working with the idea of ‘there’s always a rainbow after the rain’, I think we could be seeing an array of bold choices and lots of bright happy hues coming our way. What’s not to love?” – Cake maker, Alice Gates www.facebook.com/gatesbakes “Please don’t dismay if your wedding has been postponed. Be positive, be creative, be pro-active! You may find you’ve now got time to make items to add even more personal touches to your wedding décor. If your summer date has been postponed to the autumn then don’t panic, summer styling ideas can still be used just add a few more earthy warmer tones to suit the time of year,” – Wedding stylist, Deborah Parsons, www.whitewillowwedding.com Struggling to sleep, feeling anxious? You’re not alone, so give yourself a warm hug; suggests Hampshire’s award-winning New Forest Aromatics. “Our tip is to light a candle to help with the transition from working from home to the evening,” says the company. Their Warm Hug candle provides a comforting scent to warm your bones and your heart! Visit www.newforestaromatics.co.uk Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery has been working remotely for years with customers from all over the world. Combining a very traditional craft with the latest technologies, their live sketching facility means their designers can work from home and provide free consultations to people in the comfort of their living rooms. Their goldsmiths are also equipped to carry on crafting from home too, keeping everyone safe. What’s more they’re currently offering customers 25 per cent off all dress jewellery using the code ‘Spring’ at the checkout, visit www.hkjewellery.co.uk STOP PRESS! Hampshire-based Louise Avery Flowers has launched a new and exciting rebranded website. So, if you’re planning your 2021 wedding, now is the time to check out the new-look www.louiseaveryflowers.com for hints, tips and expert floral inspiration! www.cam illaarnholdphotography.com 10