Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - Page number 10 - July/August 2021 (Issue 87)

HIS AND HERS Karen Robb, mastermind behind the Rainaway Brides waterproof cloak, has come up with another tidy idea. Following demand for the cloaks to safeguard brides and their dresses from the rain and mud, Karen launched a line of heart- shaped bridal bibs to protect against spillages during the wedding breakfast. Now, she’s added to the collection, with one for the groom too. The ‘MR’ bib is available in black or white with gold writing. How about odering a set of two – great for fun photos! Visit www.weddingdressraincover.com to find out more. NEW BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Get set for a new destination hotspot for brides-to-be in search of their dream dress. Andrea Dargon is realising a lifelong ambition and opening her own luxury boutique Margaux Mae Bridal in the first week of August. Set on a rural business centre in the Hampshire village of Wickham, it will be offering a carefully curated selection of dresses from Lyn Ashworth, Madeline Gardner New York and Alison Webb, as well as tiaras and accessories supplied by local designer White Design Bridal and Rainbow Club shoes. “Think picking out your dream dress while sat in your best friend’s living room! That’s the kind of atmosphere I aim to create for my brides, providing a one-on-one experience in an environment that isn’t too over whelming,” says Andrea. Operating on an appointment-only basis to keep it intimate and private, the website www.margauxmae.co.uk is d ue to go live in the last week of July. To find out more email info@margauxmae.co.uk or call 01329 550 066. Than yo ! Family-run jeweller Burrells has introduced a special discount for NHS staff as a special thank you for all they’ve done in the fight against COVID. The company offers a wide range of jewellery and luxury watches, including engagement and wedding rings, and is offering an exclusive 20 per cent off in recognition of the tireless work NHS staff have done and continue to do. The discount can be redeemed with a NHS ID card at their Winchester boutique, Royal Tunbridge Wells store and online at www.burrells.co.uk (te rms and exclusions apply). Hampshire Wine School has launched its new website www.localwineschool.com/hampshire upgraded and improved to be more user- friendly so people can easily access all the information they need. You can check out its wine courses and tastings too – perfect for an alternative hen party or stag do.“Everything’s started up again for us now and we couldn’t be more excited,” says owner Cecile Bergart. Breaking news! Lee Paton is partnering with Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire to launch Lee Paton Bridal. The partnership sees Lee Paton become Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire in-house bridal couturier; offering bridal gowns, groomswear, accessories and bridal party couture all bespoke tailored in the label’s London atelier. Visit www.leepaton.co.uk an d also the venue’s website www.fourseasons.com/hampshire to find out more. 10