Your South Wales Wedding - January/February 2021 (Issue 77)

RING-A-DING-DING Luxury jewellers, Laings created a campaign over the Christmas period called A Gift from the Heart to support the British Heart Foundation (www.bhf.org.uk). Th e charity funds research to find cures and treatments for heart and circulatory diseases. The effects of COVID-19 has cut their ability to fund new research in half, so Laings decided to help by giving them a large donation. Stuart McDowell, the retail director at Laings, tells us: “A Christmas gift from Laings will always hold a special meaning, last year even more than ever. It’s fantastic for us to be able to support such a valuable charity and amazing to think that a gift from us could make a life-changing difference. We know that the British Heart Foundation has faced huge challenged in 2020 and understand that they still need our support. Their research must continue as they work towards a better future, and it’s a privilege to be able to help in any way we can.” Visit www.laingsuk.com fo r more information. LOOKING YOUR BEST Loxus Hair & Make-up by Maya Jasinska HMUA is an award-winning hair and make-up artist in Cardiff. Maya is offering brides who book her wedding services between April 2021 and April 2022 a free trial. To redeem this offer, use the code ‘Free Trial’ when enquiring. Maya tells us more about her company: “I always wanted to be a hairdresser and used to practice on my friends and family. When I finished my college course, I was finally qualified and won several competitions across Bristol and South Wales. I learnt so much and had fun doing theatre and prosthetics, but weddings are my true love. I offer brides-to-be hair and make-up for their big day and run workshops so they can learn how to create their own look.” For more information, visit www.loxushairandmakeup.com www.kateizakphotography.com BLOOMING WONDERFUL Elyn Boutique is a multi-award-winning company which specialises in high-quality bespoke floral arrangements and related wedding items. Handcrafted in Wales, the company provide arrangements to clients who value sustainability, environmental impact and are cost-conscious. The team have launched a new rental service, where couples will be able to rent their bouquet and matching items from the boutique’s extensive collection. The owner, Elisa Hsiao, tells us: “We know flowers, and we only use high grade artificial blooms for all our creations. Our collections were created with love and by caring for the authenticity and quality of our fresh flowers. We pledge to offer exceptional customer service and work with you to help you achieve your vision. We offer a wide range of services including bridal bouquets, flowergirl wands, lady pin corsages, buttonholes and garlands. There are only four steps to our rental system. Pick your colour scheme and contact us to place the order with full payment and rental deposit to secure the availability. We’ll then post the flowers one week before the wedding with shipping return labels included, once the wedding has taken place, ship the flowers back to us and we’ll refund your deposit. We recommend you contact us and place your order three to six months before the wedding, especially in peak season.” To find out more, visit www.elynboutique.com www.face book.com/gracejenkinsphotography JUST ONE SLICE Based in Abergavenny, Cakes Especially specialises in wedding cakes and is run by the talented Jenny Leeb-Du Toit. She has more than 20 years’ experience in teaching and is offering a fabulous discount. Couples will receive five per cent off any three or more tier wedding cakes when booking before the end of February 2021. Jenny tells us: “Your wedding cake is the centrepiece of your wedding. Come to me with your dreams and ideas, and I will take you through the process, from choosing an appropriate size and flavour to designing a finish that will be perfect for your day.” Head over to www.cakesespecially.com for more information. 10