Your Kent Wedding - Page number 9 - September/August 2021 (Issue 98)

NEWS Nearlywed Catch up on the latest from around the county BORN TO SHINE Kent-based Ark Jewellery’s Kristina Smith, has been nominated in the Rising Star category of the Professional Jeweller’s Power List 2021. This is the latest instalment in a great year for her having also found herself as a finalist in the UK Jewellery Awards Creative Jewellery Design category in June. Kristina says, “Art without a story is meaningless. But like all good art, my pieces give you room to discover your own emotions and connections, weaving them into a story that ultimately makes them part of your life. I’m so pleased to have been awarded these accolades, as they confirm my hard work is paying off.” Ark Jewellery offers bridal consultations, plus bespoke rings and packaging. Head over to www.arkjourney.com to discover more. MIX IT UP Mixology Events has re-launched its bridal party cocktail masterclasses. Designed for groups of any size the classes are custom-built, 100 per cent interactive and hands-on. You’ll be treated to a complimentary cocktail before being guided through the background and concepts of mixology, cocktail making and techniques. Then, you’ll each make – and drink – four cocktails at your own workspace, allowing everyone to create simultaneously. Finally, you can indulge in some healthy competition as each bar competes to make an original cocktail using a wide range of liquors, spirits, syrups, fresh fruits, juices and specialised equipment. Tom Cruise, eat your heart out! Mixology Events has several permanent and partnership venues, including one in Maidstone, as well as a mobile cocktail bar hire service, so the team can come to you anywhere, any time. Head over to https://mixologyevents.co.uk to discover more. SUITS YOU SD Home of Menswear by Suit Direct recently opened the doors to its newest store in Bluewater Shopping Centre. SD offers a fantastic range of suiting, accessories and casualwear from leading brands including Ted Baker, Selected Homme, Marc Darcy, Ben Sherman, Jack and Jones, Racing Green, Limehaus, Gibson London and Jeff Banks. From three-piece suits to casual essentials, it aims to be a one-stop-shop for all things men’s fashion. Mark Cotter, CEO of SD Home of Menswear by Suit Direct says, “Our instore teams work tirelessly to make every customer experience enjoyable. We offer one-to-one suiting appointments for those after a little more assistance and the team are always on hand to help whenever possible.” To find our more visit www.suitdirect.co.uk #KentishAndProud Recent research into the most Instagrammable National Trust properties, conducted by www.heatingforce.co.uk, has placed Kent treasure Chartwell near the top. With 28,065 hashtags on Instagram, Chartwell, once home to Winston Churchill came in third place just behind impressive country piles Waddesdon Manor and Cliveden. In 2019 Chartwell welcomed 253,032 visitors, who flocked there to see the property’s main attraction – the largest collection of the late prime minister’s paintings. So, if you’re looking to enjoy a day out together this autumn, check out www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chartwell AdamMarkHill/ShutterStock YOUR ESSENTIALS 9