SEASONAL TIPS Your Sussex Wedding editor Kelly Andrews says: I love the autumn. It’s my favourite season by far. It’s partly the immense relief of summer coming to an end and the fact that Christmas is just over the horizon! The perfect blend of the cooler climate with pleasantly warm days that often take us into September, it’s the ideal time of year to get married. Sure, your classic burnt orange with brown tones is a wonderful palette to opt for at this time of year; especially when you combine it with the oh-so on trend Pantone Colour of the year Peach Fuzz. But what about thinking outside the box a little? I love a dark, rich red or burgundy highlight combined with blush and sage green. Or go for this year’s trend of going all-out vibrant with bright zesty orange and hot pink. Either way considering the colours of nature at this time of year is a great place to begin. Pair with oh-so romantic candlelight (venue permitting) with candles in your chosen colours for a magical ambience. There are few practical pointers you’ll need to think about during this season too, particularly if you’re looking at the latter part towards November. Namely, the nights drawing in and the clocks going back in October mean you’ll have less natural daylight to play with. Consider opting for an earlier ceremony time, so you can embrace more of the great outdoors. Also, chat to your photographer so you know what to expect when it comes to heading out and about for your couple shots. The good news is that autumn typically means duller conditions, which contrary to what you might expect is actually preferable for photographers who have less of a challenge when it comes to the glaring sunshine and squints of their subjects. There’ll also be more opportunity for glorious dusk and sunset pics, so devise a plan to make the most of it. Overall, just embrace all that the season has to bring. If you want an al-fresco ceremony, go for it! As long as you’re well-armed with an indoor plan B all will be well. A TOUCH OF WARMTH Jake Scattergood from Scattergood’s Cocktails & Conversations (www.instagram.com/scattergoods_cocktails) says: Autumn for me indicates the need for a warming feel, but weddings are no place for hot drinks so instead we steer towards ingredients that possess this vibe. One of my specials that encapsulates this would be the Ginger Grove, which hones in on a liqueur foraged from the woods of Scotland called Aelder. With a base of peaty whisky cut with elderberries, it’s layered with ginger ale and Tabasco to really focus on those autumn woodland feels of spice and herbal warmth. For the classics, a Spicy Apple Margarita is an excellent option with reposado tequila and a red apple gin forming the base, mixed with Cointreau and a small slice of serenade pepper to turn up the heat. An often overlooked twist to a Negroni during the fall period is the Boulevardier, simply replacing the gin with bourbon gives that comforting and cosy feeling we all look for around this time. Also, combining vodka, double cream, maple syrup, pumpkin puree, vanilla syrup and pumpkin spice mix is an excellent rich wedding substitution for the nation’s favourite autumn-inspired drink. Try to experiment with flavours synonymous with the season such as cinnamon, nutmeg, sage and rosemary. You really can’t go wrong, cheers to the new season! Pssst... Scattergood’s Cocktails & Conversations is kindly offering readers 15% off all new bookings. To claim, simply contact Jake and quote “Your Sussex Wedding.” Offer ends 30th November 2024. Tandem X Visuals on Unsplash READER OFFER PALETTE PERFECTION Gaby from Gabriella Casemore Jewellery (www.gabriellacasemore.com) says: To seamlessly tie your bridal look to an autumnal wedding theme, consider incorporating the season’s rich warm colours and textures. Silver accessories contrast beautifully with these hues. Also, choose sustainable handmade jewellery that you’ll want to continue wearing long after your wedding, as this ties in perfectly with the theme of the cycle of the seasons and regeneration. Sourcing handmade accessories means that you can create a bespoke look with the jewellery designer, choosing beautiful matching precious stones, colour coordinated pearls or ribbons, to tie in with your palette colours. 52
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