57 MAKE IT PERSONAL WITH THIS RING... Why not share the joy of hand-crafting your own wedding rings and celebrate your marriage with added sentiment and devotion infused into each band? At Navette Jewellery Studio in Ashford you can enjoy a memorable experience as you’re guided through each step of the making process. During the day moments will be captured on camera to become part of your wedding memorabilia. You can work in all precious metals from gold to platinum, with embellishments including gemstones and diamonds, and engraving is possible once the rings have been created. Additionally, the award-winning jeweller specialises in bespoke commissions and is able to create a piece of jewellery that captures a personal sentiment making it unique to you. Alternatively, it’s possible to have heirlooms remodelled, renewed or refashioned to be loved once more. CONTACT Natalie Towell, Navette Jewellery Studio www.navettejewellery.co.uk TOTALLY TROPICAL With a love of the Caribbean and all things tropical, Becky at Waves Weddings and Events specialises in beautiful coastal weddings in stunning locations. So, we asked her: Just how do we bring a touch of the tropics to Kent? Here’s her handy guide: ❤ Pick a lovely seaside location. Kent boasts some amazing beaches from the magic of Margate to the quirkiness of Whitstable. I’ll always be able to suggest suitable venues to work with your style and theme, whether it’s somewhere vintage and fun like Dreamland or something modern and unique such as the Turner Contemporary. ❤ Have a blessing on the beach. There are some amazing celebrants in the industry who can plan the perfect ceremony. ❤ Get creative with your suppliers and choose people who can help bring your ideas to life. Find a florist who can provide an array of tropical blooms, have a stylist or prop supplier theme the wedding with tropical items. Select stationery with a twist and choose a caterer who can offer Caribbean dining or similar, think jerk chicken, lobster and rum punch. ❤ Hire a steel or reggae band for the entertainment. ❤ Make sure the all-important dress reflects a more casual boho-style and definitely wear some of those beautiful tropical flowers in your hair. CONTACT Becky Ramus, Waves Weddings and Events www.wavesweddingsandevents.com TIP TOP Located in Rochester, Wedding Toppers Co UK creates personalised bride and groom peg dolls to adorn wedding cakes. This team of creative minds hand-crafts super-cute wooden toppers to resemble the newlyweds right down to the outfits. This attention to detail beautifully adds an extra sense of personalisation to proceedings. Owner Kerry says, “Each item is a one of a kind and tailored to our clients’ designs. We can also add any theme or hobby, such as tiny fishing rods and shopping bags. We work closely with our customers ensuring up-to-date photos are sent before the finished product.” CONTACT Wedding Toppers Co UK, www.weddingtoppers.co.uk How to... www.alanharford.com www.alanharford.com www.alanharford.com
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