Your North West Wedding - August/September (Issue 81)

A PASSION FOR FASHION Six Stories, a fashion brand renowned for its contemporary bridal wear and accessories, is captivating brides-to-be worldwide with its stunning collections. Founded in 2019 by childhood sweethearts Lucy and Ross Menghini, Six Stories has become a celebrated name in the bridal fashion industry. The brand has recently launched a store inside Manchester Trafford Centre, which features the Sweats Collection, stunning bridesmaids’ dresses and the new White Edit Collection. Also available on ASOS (www.asos.com), Six Stories offers a diverse range of bridal wear and accessories, including elegant bridesmaid dresses, contemporary veils, captivating headpieces, and trendy cowboy hats and caps. Visit www.sixstories.co.uk for more information. SEARCHING FOR THE ONE Louisa Jackson Bridal is a new company based in Fleetwood, Lancashire, offering a stunning collection of eco-friendly wedding dresses. Designed to bring beauty and versatility to brides of all shapes and sizes, the team at Louisa Jackson Bridal pride itself on being inclusive. Susie from Louisa Jackson Bridal tells us more: “We stock beautiful dresses from size four to 36 and offer custom options outside of these sizes. Our dresses can be customised to suit your requirements, and we also stock off-the-peg gowns from other top designers in a range of styles and sizes, so there’s something to suit everyone.” Check out www.louisajacksonbridal.co.uk for more information. RING-A-DING-DING SJS Smith Jewellery, a jewellery school based in Stockport, Greater Manchester, is offering a new wedding ring workshop. Owner Sam Smith tells us: “Our workshop is designed to provide couples with a unique and romantic jewellery journey by allowing them to make their own wedding rings. The service is perfect for couples who want to add a personal touch to their special day.” With a focus on fun, SJS Smith Jewellery offers bubbly and refreshments to accompany the experience, and for those who love their furry friends, the owner’s pup Bruce is always on-hand to offer cuddles and cheer you on. If making wedding rings isn’t for you, SJS Smith Jewellery also offers a collection of designs available to buy from their website; made-to-order these rings can be crafted from yellow or white gold jewellery upon request. Bookings are also available for hen and stag dos and jewellery workshops. To find out more, visit www.sjssmithjewellery.com A RELAXING MINI-MOON Netherby Hall in Cumbria is offering personalised staycations on limited dates this summer. During your stay, you can enjoy carriage rides through Netherby Hall’s 36 acres of gardens and grounds and get an insight into the history of this Grade II* listed mansion on a private tour. Gerald Smith, who owns and runs Netherby Hall with his wife Margo, said: “We aim to bring together the best of Netherby Hall to allow visitors to find out more about its past and present and enjoy the beauty of the house and its gardens. The packages are designed to enable people to create their bespoke break by adding exclusive tours and experiences to their stay, including dining at the Michelin-starred Pentonbridge Inn. Our aim is for guests to have an unforgettable experience while staying with us, which they will treasure for years to come.” Since buying Netherby Hall in 2014, Gerald and Margo have overseen a multi-million-pound renovation project, restoring the house and its walled garden, as well as transforming the hall’s former outbuildings into nine luxury holiday cottages and apartments. Visit www.netherbyhall.co.uk/summer-2023-experiences to find out more. REST AND RELAXATION ESPA has teamed up with King Street Townhouse in Manchester to launch the Light Salon. Providing LED non-invasive treatments, there are three exclusive options to choose from, each designed to leave you feeling relaxed and your big-day best. Priced from £50, the treatments last between 30 and 55 minutes. King Street Townhouse is an impressive Italian Renaissance building with contemporary features throughout, including monochrome tiling and commissioned artwork. With 40 bedrooms to choose from, an on-site bar, restaurant, rooftop spa, infinity pool, steam room and relaxation area, there are plenty of spaces to explore and relax in the run-up to your wedding. For more information, visit www.kingstreettownhouse.co.uk 10

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