Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - Page number 6 - November/December 2021 (Issue 89)

C hristmas is coming, that’s for sure! What’s more, at the time of writing this, things were looking positive for plenty of the festive cheer with family and friends that we’re accustomed to. Although we don’t like to count our chickens (or should I say turkeys) before they hatch, since restrictions were eased, the floodgates have opened and 2022 looks set to be one of the busiest years for weddings in decades! With the Christmas and New Year proposal season likely to add to the surge, we’re looking forward to bringing you lots of lovely local weddings to inspire and excite you in the months ahead. The ripple effects of the pandemic will be felt for some time and will influence wedding trends moving forward. Increased demand for weekday and outdoor weddings is likely to continue, along with greener more sustainable options for the big day. Many of the important things about getting married have been brought into sharper focus too, like the vows and individual, special details such as handmade items to add that extra personal touch. To check out just some of the talented local suppliers offering bespoke ranges, turn to page 57. Don’t miss our gallery of wonderful wedding photos on page 51 either, to see how to make the most of your big-day backdrop. Packed with all the usual bridal fashion, beauty tips, honeymoons, inspiration and more, we’re excited for all the wonderful weddings to come! Have a very merry Christmas, see you in 2022! 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 | Sarah Hill Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor 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 Jingle ‘wedding’ b lls cwe COUNTY WEDDING EVENTS WIN! A SLEEPOVER FOR EIGHT GUESTS AT WHITLEY HALL, YORKSHIRE 69 96 The rich colours of this stunning cake make it a real winter winner. Turn to page 43 for seasonal wedding inspiration galore. Bridal two-pieces are a hot trend for 2022. 6