Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - November/December 2020 (Issue 83)

WIN! A LUXURY HONEYMOON IN THE MALDIVES. I s it just me or does Christmas seem to come round earlier every year? With all that’s been going on in 2020 it seems to have slipped under the radar a bit this time around. When the first selection boxes and festive chocs started to hit the shelves we were still basking in a late summer heatwave. Now that the nights have drawn in and the central heating’s on though, it’s time to start thinking about getting festive! Personally I love this time of year; nights in snuggled around an open fire, mulled wine simmering on the hob, and old films on the TV. I’m a great fan of ‘hygge’, a Danish ethos that, loosely translated, is all about simplifying things and enjoying the moment, bringing a mix of cosiness, charm and comfort into our lives. Not just for Christmas, but a great idea for everyday life and never more relevant than in the current challenging times. With many couples having to postpone their weddings, some have decided to tie the knot regardless and have a full-on party later once restrictions have eased. Intimate weddings have always been an option and can be just as special as large-scale affairs, particularly in the winter, with romantic candlelight and a wealth of cosy indoor wedding spaces available at venues across the region. Downsizing your wedding plans doesn’t have to mean compromising on the look and feel of your day. What’s more, we’re here to help you navigate the hurdles and plan your day, your way, with useful tips and advice from local experts on page 88. Photographers from Hampshire and Dorset are celebrating the season too with a gallery of wonderful winter wedding shots to share, starting on page 55. As well as all the regular features, this issue is packed with the latest bridal fashion, beauty tips, honeymoons, inspiration and more. Have a very merry Christmas, see you in 2021! Sarah x ISSN 2046-8474 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Sarah Reeve| Editor sarahr@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Grooms Editor and Travel Editor Kelly Andrews | Beauty Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor DESIGN 01376 535 616 | artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor | Sarah Young Production Assistant | Lorna Butcher Digital Marketing Coordinator Katie Laley 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. 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 and sent to Your Hampshire Dorset Wedding, c/o KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @cwm_wedding Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com Sarah Reeve, editor Love this striking cake, perfect for an autumn wedding. EMBRACE THE HYGGE cwe COUNTYWEDDING EVENTS ’Tis the season for a festive wedding! 90 93 30 6