Your South Wales Wedding - November/December 2020 (Issue 76)

6 I t’s that time of year again where the shops are packed, and everyone is getting into the festive spirit. After a rough year, I think we can all agree that a few weeks of Christmas cheer is most welcome. I’m planning to spend some quality time with my friends and family and prepare to see in 2021. Whatever your plans are, I hope you have a lovely time and take a well-deserved break. The November/December issue has always been my favourite, and I look forward to writing it every year. It’s packed full of inspiration, adorable products, seasonal weddings and the latest fashion trends. To celebrate the end of 2020, we’ve gone all out with a catering feature that will help you create the perfect festive menu, jewellery and accessories pages and wintry make-up tips. If you’re dreaming of tying the knot in a fairytale venue, then we’ve got you covered on page 19 or if you’re looking for something in Monmouthshire or the Brecon Beacons head over to page 15. Don’t forget if you’re planning your big day or have recently got married to submit your wedding. You can get in touch at Melissab@kdmediapublishing.com or enter online. I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and I’ll see you in the new year! Melissa x ISSN 1756-6428 EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Melissa Barker | Editor melissab@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Grooms Editor 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 fairytale- inspired dresses on page 71. Win! A honeymoon in the Maldives, worth £3,350, on page 12. Baby it’s cold outside We love our food in South Wales – and rightly so! Our fabulous region is packed with delectable delights from Welsh cakes through to delicious hog roasts. To help give you heaps of inspiration we’ve asked local suppliers how to create the perfect menu on page 43. cwe COUNTYWEDDING EVENTS You want to look fabulous on your wedding day, and jewellery can play a big part in helping you achieve your overall look. Choosing pieces that complement your dress without upstaging it can be tricky, to help we’ve revealed our top tips and favourite selections on page 83.