Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - Jun/Jul 2019 (Issue 71)

6 Welcome… I t’s coming up to three years since hubby and I got married – I cannot get my head around that fact! However, some parts of the planning still seem like yesterday: the stress, the sleepless nights and the debates (ahem) about who can and can’t sit next to each other. What overrides all of that, though, is the total euphoria of the day. There isn’t a feeling like it, which is why we’re here to offer the best expert advice from local professionals to help you enjoy the organising almost as much as the wedding itself. One of the best parts of my job is seeing all the amazingly creative weddings in the area and sharing them with you all. For this issue’s roundup of local love stories, head to page 36. You’ve got to check out what our fabulous fashion editor, Claire Ridley, has in store for you too; we’ve all been swooning over her pick of romantic ruffled dresses on page 77. And with all the wedmin going on, don’t forget to think about your honeymoon! Whether you opt for an exotic long-haul destination or fancy a stay-cation, it’s the perfect opportunity for some post-vow relaxation. Flick to our honeymoon section, starting on page 110. Happy planning! Make sure the men in your life are in on the action with these fab cufflinks. Hannah x thenauticalcompany.com Pop these on your top table for a seaside vibe. tch.net Your best girls will love this as a thank you gift. notonthehighstreet.com Scenting your wedding is a trend that’s here to stay. buckleyandphillips.com These super-cute tea light holders are perfect for your venue and at home. tch.net Enjoy these nautical shopping picks to get you in the summer mood… 45 Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by KD Media Publishing Ltd. 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 Bristol & Somerset 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 Ltd and sent to Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding , c/o KD Media Publishing Ltd, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 | editor@county.wedding Hannah Faulder | Editor hannahf@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor danielleh@county.wedding Cal Gildart | Sub Editor Danielle Harvey | Grooms Editor Kelly Andrews | Beauty Editor Demelza Rayner | Travel Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor Sarah Reeve | Lifestyle Editor CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Melissa Barker PRODUCTION 01376 535 616 | artwork@county.wedding Production Manager | Scott Brothwell Senior Graphic Designers | Sarah Hill Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor | Sarah Young Web Development Manager |Stuart Weatherley Production Assistant | Lorna Butcher