Your West Midlands Wedding- February / March 2021 (Issue 72)

6 W elcome to the first issue of 2021! I don’t know about you, but after a pretty miserable 2020, I can’t wait to see what this year holds. There are so many wedding shows, real weddings and wonderful events that are set to take place soon and I cannot wait! Our February/March issue has always been one of my favourites, with New Year’s just been and Valentine’s Day just around the corner, many of you will have received a gorgeous ring – congratulations! Whether you’re planning a small celebration or a grand affair, we have heaps of inspiration to help you plan the wedding of your dreams. Just think of us as your new BFF when it comes to planning and if you’re looking for more content, make sure you check out our social media pages. This issue we’ve rounded up top tips from suppliers on how to plan an intimate celebration, we have an abundance of inspiration in our venue styling feature, the latest news from local suppliers and some amazing offers. If like me, you love seeing the latest real weddings and styled shoots, then you’ll be pleased to hear we have three stunning weddings starting on page 27 and five styled shoots beginning on page 63. Remember if you’ve been involved in a styled shoot or are planning to get married, get in touch at Melissab@kdmediapublishing.com or via our website for your chance to be featured. I hope you enjoy the issue! Melissa x Melissa Barker, Editor Love is in the air Make a grand entrance with a showstopping gown. Make sure you check out the latest discounts and offers. Intimate weddings are on the rise as a result of COVID-19. To help you plan a smaller affair, we’ve rounded up some local experts and asked for their top tips. We cannot get over how stunning this dress is. See more gowns in the styled shoot. 12 81 85 45 13 Win a five-night luxury honeymoon in the Seychelles. ISSN 1759-4723 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Melissa Barker| Editor melissab@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Grooms Editor and Travel Editor Kelly Andrews | Senior Editor and 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 sarahe@county.wedding Account Manager | Sarah Harrison | 020 4512 4279 sarahh@county.wedding Subscriptions 01376 514 000 | subscriptions@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 | accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Your West Midlands 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 West Midlands 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 West Midlands Wedding, c/o KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com DIA SHING NTS SHING EVENTS & PUBLISHING cwe COUNTY WEDDING EVENTS @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @cwm_wedding www.roby nfrancesca.co.uk www.urbanphotolab.co.uk