Your North East Wedding - November/December 2019 (Issue 35)

EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY Your North East Wedding loves the tale behind the opening of Whickham’s Rosa Bridal Boutique. “I named the shop after my late grandma, Rosa,” explains owner Susanne Shah. “My grandparents met just after the war, and were married on 1st June, 1946. As you can see from the photos above it was an amazing day, which would have been hard to arrange with rationing in full swing. My grandad also suffered life-changing injuries when he was caught in a bomb blast while serving, but my grandma’s love for him was unconditional. Her name was therefore the perfect choice when I opened my boutique in September.” Even more heart-warming was how Susanne found the perfect location to open her boutique. “My grandparents lived their entire married life at number 31,” she continues. “When I saw the shop had the same number I took it to be the ultimate sign!” Rosa Bridal Boutique sells bridal gowns to suit all sizes and budgets, as well as accessories and flower girl dresses. Visit rosabridalboutique.co.uk for more info. ASK THE EDITOR “My fiancé wants some bespoke shoes for our wedding. Is there anyone you can recommend in the North East?” Emily, by email Editor Claire says: “Head to Durham for an appointment with Simon Bourne from The Hand Dyed Shoe Company (handdyedshoeco.com) for a pair of shoes that’ll fit him like no other!” TOP-TO-TOE BEAUTY Darlington beauty salon Rejoy has announced a fantastic bridal offer for the months of November and December, with 15% off a range of courses when booked. Founded in 2015, Rejoy’s mission was to reinvent the idea of ‘self-care’ to busy men and women. Now dedicated to relaxation, with award-winning and non-invasive technology, they use professional products such as Medik8 and Youngblood and offer a host of treatments from facials to lash extensions. Rejoy is offering 15% off a range of bespoke facial, massage and LipoFirm courses over November and December to anyone tying the knot, to help prep your skin and de-stress before the big day. You’ll also get one treatment free with any of the courses booked! Email info@rejoybeautyspecialist.co.uk  for more info. Social CORNER We love a bride who doesn’t take herself too seriously. Captured by wedding photographer Scott Carney, head over to instagram.com/ scottcarneyphotography to see more of his work. READER OFFER! Rosa Bridal Boutique is offering Your North East Wedding readers 10% off any wedding dress bought up until the 27 th December, 2019. Just take a copy of this magazine along to your appointment. gavinforsterphotography.co.uk It’s good to see Victoria Sponge Photography was chuffed with our coverage from the September/ October issue! Follow her work at instagram.com/ victoriaspongephotography 10