Your South Wales Wedding - September/October 2020 (Issue 75)

6 W elcome to our September/October issue! I feel a bit crazy saying that, how can it be September already, it feels like just yesterday that it was January?! I think we can all agree it’s been a crazy year, but it’s been so lovely seeing the South Wales wedding industry come together and help couples power through these tough times. Whether you’ve recently got engaged – congratulations! – or are re-planning your special day, think of us as your new BFF when it comes to wedding planning. We’re here to support you through every aspect of your day and have put together an issue bursting with inspiration. Our fashion section is full of the latest trends for the whole bridal party, we’ve asked local suppliers for their top planning tips and put together a venue styling feature to help you create the perfect setting. If you’re still looking for a venue, don’t despair, we’ve rounded up some of the best properties in the Vale of Glamorgan and taken a step back in time to highlight some historic wonders. We’re always looking for real weddings and styled shoots to feature in the magazine, so make sure you submit yours at www.yoursouthwales.wedding/get-involved-real-wedding Enjoy the issue! Melissa x ISSN 1756-6428 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Melissa Barker | Editor melissab@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing , Groom and Travel Editor Kelly Andrews | Beauty Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor Sarah Young Production Assistant | Lorna Butcher Digital Marketing Coordinator Katie Laley Web Development Manager Stuart Weatherley ADVERTISING Sales & Events Director Sarah Ellis | 01376 538 490 sarahm@county.wedding Account Manager Kirsty Ratsep | 01376 538 491 kirstyr@county.wedding Subscriptions 01376 514 000 subscriptions@county.wedding ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Your South Wales Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by KD Media Publishing. 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 South Wales Wedding is published six times a year. Subscription rates are £18.20 per annum (incl. p+p). Cheques should be made out to KD Media Publishing and sent to Your South Wales Wedding , c/o KD Media Publishing, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. @CountyWeddingMagazines @CountyWeddings @cwm_wedding Visit us online at www.county.wedding and www.countyweddingevents.com Melissa Barker, Editor Here at YWMW HQ we adore this dress from our fashion spread over on page 73 Check out the latest boho-inspired dresses on page 67. Need advice on how to plan the perfect wedding? Turn to page 55 to see our hot topic feature. Fall in love If you’ve booked your venue, then the next thing you’ll be thinking about is how to style it. With so many options available, this can seem like a daunting task, but the most important thing to remember is that any space can be transformed with even the most simple of details. To help give you some ideas, we’ve asked local suppliers to send in their top tips on page 63. cwe COUNTYWEDDING EVENTS Want to look fabulous on your big day? Check out our fashion and beauty Q&A on page 80.