Your South Wales Wedding - July/August 2020 (Issue 74)

All the latest from around the region NEWS Shine bright like a diamond Newport-based, Precious Accessories has been nominated as Best Accessories Company at the Best of Welsh Wedding Awards 2020. We spoke to the owner, Jo Thomas, to find out more: “I reached the finals last year but sadly didn’t win. It’s really touching to think that some of my past clients voted and nominated me for the award. “I provide high-quality designs and a bespoke service. My items aren’t mass products, which means you’ll be getting products that are as individual as you are. I started the business back in March 2004 after designing and making my own wedding jewellery. I’ve always had an eye for it and studied it many years ago. I take into consideration the style of the bride’s dress and use top-quality materials to create the perfect design. My favourite product is shoes! I offer a customisation service and can cater for all budgets, I put a lot of love and hard work into my creations and really take pride in what I do and offer.” To find out more, visit the website www.preciousaccessories.co.uk READY, STEADY, POSE Studio DAAS Photography has created a new package focused on elopements. We spoke to Alin Dumitrescu, the owner, to find out more: “Brides and grooms re-planning their special day may want to organise an elopement instead of a traditional ceremony. We simply love the idea and even had one ourselves! Our new package costs £499 and is valid within a 50-mile radius from NP11. It includes a pre-wedding consultation via video link, unlimited coverage of the day, finished photos within three weeks and a stylish 20-page photo album. “We’re doing our best for our brides and grooms to exceed their expectations in terms of photography and to create an unforgettable and pleasant experience when working with us.” Visit www.daas.wales fo r more information. Nearlywed www.daa s.wales HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! EJ Catering is celebrating 21 years of business. The company began the year on a high after winning awards in the food, drink and hospitality category at the Business Growth Awards 2020 (www.bizgrowth.wales). Ho wever, with the current pandemic and the usual wedding season coming to a halt, the team have put their kitchen to good use by creating more than 700 meals for NHS staff at Heath Hospital each week. Emma Jenkins, the owner and creative director, tells us: “Whether you pick a menu from our website or challenge us with some new and wonderful ideas, we’ll work alongside you to help create your perfect day. Though styles have changed over the years, our approach to real cooking hasn’t.” For more information, visit www.ejcatering.wales YOUR ESSENTIALS 9