Your North East Wedding - May/June 2020 (Issue 38)

focus Fashion editor Claire Ridley reveals the latest bridal news, buys and launches EDITOR’S FAVOURITE Children’s formalwear brand Roco offer a great selection of stylish yet affordable pieces for weddings, like this blue suit ideal for pageboys priced between £39.99 and £44.99, depending on size. To shop, visit www.rococlothing.co.uk rococlothing FASHION DRESS UP Bridal and women’s evening wear brand Rowley Hesselballe London has launched in the UK. Co-founded by friends and former fashion buyers Rosie Poole and Canan Hesselballe, this online label offers modern and affordable bridal, bridesmaid and evening wear directly to customers with next day delivery available in the UK and across Europe. The collection has been carefully made allowing for minimum alterations and includes silk, lace, and chiffon dresses and jumpsuits featuring draping, soft pleating and other elegant detailing. There are white and champagne tones for brides, and red, navy and emerald shades for bridesmaids and guests. Sizes range from XS to XL and prices start from £249 to £999. Hand-crafted pearl, feather and silk headpieces and hair accessories complete the collection with prices ranging from £129 to £329. To shop, visit www.rowleyhesselballe.com Shine like a diamond New online custom diamond service The Orange River offers couples the opportunity to design a ring that’s shipped directly within weeks. Both high-quality, naturally mined diamonds and lab-grown stones are available, all with a certificate of authentication, and there’s also a collection of ready-made styles. To shop, visit www.theorangeriver.co.uk orangeriverstore BEAUTY SLEEP Luxury British sleepwear brand, Bonsoir of London, has launched a bridal collection consisting of silk separates, a vintage-style silk nightdress, a kimono short gown, and a Bride and Mrs eye mask in blush and ivory. The collection has been made using premium materials hand-crafted in Somerset. To shop, visit https://bonsoiroflondon.com bonsoirlondon TOUCH OF SPARKLE Online jewellery store Ruby & Oscar has launched a debut wedding jewellery collection featuring contemporary and classic styles in eight different categories. Pieces include a mixed-metal pearl necklace with matching earrings and a tanzanite penda nt perfect for that something blue . There’s free delivery and a lifetime warranty on all orders. To shop, visit www.rubyandoscar.com/wedding rubynoscar Designer-inspired Mackays has launched a new occasionwear brand called GL/AMOUR, a collection of designer-inspired dresses and separates available in flattering silhouettes with embellished details. Sizes range from 8 to 18 with prices starting from £59. To shop, visit www.gl-amour.co.uk glamourofficialuk Editor loves This 18-carat rose gold vermeil bracelet with rainbow moonstone, £100, by jewellery brand Katie Belle is a wonderful wedding keepsake. Other items include gold, sterling silver and rose gold vermeil necklaces that can be engraved with the wedding date, a name or a message. To shop, visit https://katie-belle.com katiebellejewellery Shape of you Popular bridal brand Grace Loves Lace has launched three new dresses featuring a stretch bustier providing traditional shaping and full bust support without the restriction of traditional boning and corsetry. Sizes range from 28A to 42E, and the three new gowns are called Palm , Poppy and Izabel, with prices starting from £1,400. Each style comes with an assortment of armbands and straps, included in the price, for brides to create their own individual look. To shop, visit https://graceloveslace.com grace_loves_lace 52