Your Kent Wedding - July/August 2020 (Issue 91)

6 A s I write from lockdown, I try to turn my mind to all things positive, as thankfully, we’re beginning to see a glimmer of light at the end of that tunnel. One thing I’ll take from this is just how proud I am to be part of the Kent wedding industry. I’ve been incredibly heartened to witness some wonderful acts of love and support from our local suppliers, who’ve been working tirelessly, in whatever way they can, to help couples forced to cancel their dream days, as well as the wider community. Everyone has well and truly stuck together and remained positive throughout an impossible time, and that’s something I’ll remember with enormous gratitude. You guys are my heroes and I applaud you. We’re here to offer some light relief and advice wherever you’re at on your journey to W-day, even if you’ve been forced backwards a few paces. Nothing warms the heart like a love story, and we have four of our readers’ to share starting on page 30. Plus, we’re really spoiling you this issue with no less than five stunning styled shoots. We have everything from coast to country, rustic to glam, vintage to contemporary, so dive right in. What’s more, if you’re planning a day to remember turn to page 79 for our A-Z of entertainment, and page 67 to find out how to style any venue to full effect. Finally, if your skin’s feeling the effects of lockdown, you won’t want to miss my interview with skincare expert and social media icon Caroline Hirons, who’ll have you wedding-ready in no time (page 112). Take care out there. Kelly x Distributed by Marketforce (UK) Ltd, 5 Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5HU. Tel: 020 378 79001  Email:  salesinnovation@marketforce.co.uk. Circulation Marketing by Intermedia Brand Marketing Ltd, Unit 6 Enterprise Centre, Kelvin Lane, Manor Royal, Crawley, RH10 9PE.  Tel: 01293 312 001  Email: getintouch@inter-media.co.uk ISSN 1746-9384 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Kelly Andrews | Editor kellya@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor Melissa Barker | Grooms Editor Kelly Andrews | Beauty Editor Hannah Faulder | Travel Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers Sarah Hill | 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 Julia Owen | 01376 538 495 juliao@county.wedding Subscriptions 01376 514 000 subscriptions@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Your Kent 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 Kent Wedding is published six times a year. Subscription rates are £18.20 per annum (incl. p+p). Cheques should be made out to KD Media Publishing and sent to Your Kent Wedding, c/o KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @cwm_wedding Visit us online at county.wedding and countyweddingevents.com Kelly Andrews, editor A bow tie and cummerbund can totally work in a rustic setting. Find out how on page 71. Delena by Watters: just one of the glorious collection of dresses available at Brides by Zoe in Canterbury. Turn to page 86, where she explains how to pick your dream dress. We salute you DIA ISHING NTS SHING EVENTS & PUBLISHING WIN! WIN A LUXURIOUS MINIMOON WORTH £1,500. TURN TO PAGE 121. Who knew a sweetie table could look this glamorous? Read all about Leyla and Richard’s big day on page 53. cwe COUNTYWEDDING EVENTS www.john knightphotography.co.uk www.dav idkingphotographer.co.uk Period Art Deco opulence paired with an ultra-modern blush palette. I cannot express how happy this breathtaking table layout makes me – I’m clapping my hands with glee! Check out this dreamy shoot on page 59. www.pho tosbylizzie.co.uk