Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - Page number 7 - October/November 2021 (Issue 85)

Gone are the days of cravats and cummerbunds for the gents! For a rustic wedding this super-cool floral tie and pocket square is an absolute dream. Fresh flowers: incredibly beautiful, but sadly fleeting. So, to be able to preserve your wedding blooms for all eternity in an elegant paperweight is, to my mind, a revelation. Find out more about Flower Preservation Workshop along with other hugely talented local artisans in our handmade feature. I’m pretty indecisive, so were I to be faced with the veil or headpiece dilemma I’d have to say... both! Why not opt for a demure blusher for the ceremony before switching things up with a showstopping accessory for the reception? I adore this creation by www.clarelloyd.co.uk Whatever conditions mother nature decides to throw at you on your big day, don’t fret, the region’s wedding photographers have got you covered. If you like the idea of embellishing your reception chairs, but fear the traditional covers and sashes won’t suit your rustic-themed nuptials, check out this gorgeous alternative from Tammie and Tristan’s tipi wedding. Stunning real bride Paris tells us, “I always knew I wanted a big princess-style dress with plenty of lace detail. It was the first of many that I tried on, but I knew it was the one straight away.” 49 53 59 63 33 38 https://dhwphotography.co.uk www.peterhuish.co.uk http://kylielouise.com www.oxiphotography.co.uk https://whoisbenjamin.co.uk EDITOR’S LETTER 7