Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - March/April 2021 (Issue 85)

3  REGULARS 6 EDITOR’S LETTER Sarah Reeve reveal her latest picks from this issue 9 NEARLYWED NEWS Catch up on news from around the region 13 FREEBIES & OFFERS Great giveaways and discounts up for grabs 84 COMPETITION Win a luxury hen do worth up to £3,950 94 HOT TOPIC Local experts on eco-friendly weddings CONTENTS MARCH/APRIL 2021 VENUES 19 A RUSTIC ROMANCE Tie the knot in one of this picture-perfect barns 25 GOING LOCAL Tie the knot in and around Southampton FEATURES 49 GREEN AND GROOVY Rip up the rule book and celebrate your day your way 53 FLOWER POWER Beautiful blooms to make you swoon 58 PICK OF THE BUNCH Looking for the perfect flowers for your big day? Take our test to see which arrangements best suit you 61 WHAT’S COOKING All the latest on wedding catering 65 HOLLYWOOD GLAM Ramp up the romance with lush colours, metallic touches and fabulous florals 69 VINTAGE VIBES Be inspired by romantic retro styling On the cover Lineta and Oltjon tied the knot at the Winchester Hotel & Spa on a beautiful sunny October day. After the ceremony they took a stroll for a photo session in the historic city and their photographer Kate Izak captured this beautiful shot as they took their first steps together as husband and wife. “The image is filled with natural light and empowered with all the emotions of happiness and excitement, a truly authentic moment,” says Kate. To see more of her work visit www.facebook.com/kateizakphoto an d don’t miss the next issue to find out all about Lineta and Oltjon’s big day 53 49