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

Fashion editor Claire Ridley reveals the latest bridal news, buys and launches FASHION Editor’s favourite This 18-carat gold-plated sterling silver and diamond bunting necklace, £325, www.lolarose.co.uk/gb wo uld be on my big-day wish list! www.instagram.com/lolarose Pint-sized pieces Australian bridal brand Grace Loves Lace has just unveiled GRACE Mini, their first children’s collection of eight flowergirl gowns and 13 accessories created ethically and sustainably from bridal gown offcuts. The occasion dresses are designed for comfort made with stretchy materials and no zips, buttons or tight seams for girls aged two to seven years. To celebrate the launch, Grace Loves Lace has launched a children’s book called Tess and Her Dress which follows a young girls’ journey of learning where her dress came from and a copy will be gifted with every purchase. To shop, visit https://graceloveslace.com www.instagram.com/grace_loves_lace GREAT GIFT IDEA This Love Always bracelet, £50, is from the new Scream Pretty x Hannah Martin collection, a collaboration between the British indie jewellery brand and celebrity make-up artist Hannah Martin. To shop, visit https://screampretty.com www.instagram.com/screamprettystyle A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEAVEN The Dress Tribe has launched featuring diverse and top-quality bridal designs from around the world. This revolutionary site introduces brides to 52 designers including Bo & Luca, Suzanne Neville and Berta and the retailers that stock them. From romantic, ethereal gowns to fun party pieces, these fashion-forward styles offer something for every bride. There are sculpted silhouettes, short hemlines, statement sleeves and plenty more. To shop, visit www.thedresstribe.com www.instagram.com/thedresstribe SHARE THE LOVE Accessible fashion rental service Hirestreet has launched a bridal collection starting from just £10. Brands including Lavish Alice and Keepsake The Label which offers dresses ideal for small weddings and elopements, as well as being a great sustainable choice. To shop, visit www.hirestreetuk.com/category/bridal www.instagram.com/hirestreetuk CANDY GIRL Blow your accessory budget on this box clutch bag embellished with pastel-coloured pearls and crystals, £350, www.sophiawebster.com www.instagram.com/sophiawebster focus Pearls of wisdom Sarah Vuong Bridal Jewellery has launched, selling a selection of exquisite jewellery and hair accessories hand-finished with freshwater pearls and crystals. There’s also a style advice service available where brides can upload ideas and photographs to an online hub and in return, receive a personalised list of pieces to choose from. To shop, visit www.sarahvuongbridaljewellery.com www.instagram.com/svbridaljewellery ONCE UPON A TIME Check out the Disney Fairytale Weddings bridal gown collection from Allure Bridals, designed with happily ever after in mind. The dream dresses named after characters including Cinderella , Snow White and Tiana are available at selected retailers nationwide. https://allurebridals.com www.instagram.com/allurebridals 84