Your Sussex Wedding - Apr/May 2019 (Issue 78)

6 Spring has sprung D espite being a self-confessed winterholic, I can’t say I was sorry to see the back of the dark nights. When I think of spring, what immediately comes to mind is new life. There’s just something in the air, with trees blooming and wonderful spring flowers blossoming. So if you have a gorgeous spring wedding planned, excellent choice, I say! As the season brings with it a shift in wedding trends, I’m excited to see what this year brings. I’m already daydreaming about contemporary rustic hues with a dash of vintage chintz – dusty blue, soft green, lemon yellow and the Pantone colour of the year, Living Coral, all of which have been the inspiration behind my picks for these pages. Fresh, clean and fun – just glorious! As soon as the weather starts brightening up, I love to get out for day trips. There are so many corners of our fabulous country to explore. Here in Sussex, we have a wealth of historic properties and plenty where you can host a wedding. Check out our roundup on page 31. We’re all about the finer details in this issue. From the venue to, well, you, it’s those final little elements that help bring everything together perfectly. That’s why we’ll be guiding you through our A-Z of finishing touches (page 75), as well as talking to the county’s beauty professionals to get the lowdown on creating your bridal look (page 105). Don’t forget, if you’d like to see your own “I dos” in the magazine, just drop me a line at kellya@kdmediapublishing.com Happy planning, one and all! EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 | editor@county.wedding Kelly Andrews | Editor kellya@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor danielleh@county.wedding Cal Gildart| Sub Editor Danielle Harvey | Grooms Editor Kelly Andrews | Beauty Editor Demelza Rayner | Travel Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor Sarah Reeve | Lifestyle Editor CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Annie Cannock PRODUCTION 01376 535 616 | artwork@county.wedding Production Manager | Scott Brothwell Senior Graphic Designers | Chloe Edey Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor | Sarah Young Web Development Manager |Stuart Weatherley Production Assistant | Lorna Butcher Your Sussex Wedding is solely owned, published and designed by KD Media Publishing Ltd. 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 Sussex Wedding is published six times a year. Subscription rates are £17.60 per annum (incl. p+p). Cheques should be made out to KD Media Publishing Ltd and sent to Your Sussex Wedding , c/o KD Media Publishing Ltd, Pantile House, Newlands Drive, Witham, Essex CM8 2AP. 49 Kelly x Chintz china is the perfect complement to a rustic wedding. Why not serve your after-dinner tea and coffee in these chic Katie Alice Ditsy Floral Collection cups and saucers from creative-tops.com Gents, join in with the floral craze! Sharpen up your look with a floral tie and pocket square. They look dapper with a pale-hued suit and shirt. The tie is £35 from notonthehighstreet.com Banish winter skin dryness from your hands and embrace the spring. Try this moisturising rose petal hand cream, rich in shea butter. £7.50 from thesomersettoiletryco.co.uk If you’re anything like me, you’ll look for any excuse to invest in some beautiful new stationery! What better reason than planning your wedding? Check out this gorgeous pink floral notebook by Rifle Paper Co, and keep a record of all your ideas. £13 from papermash.co.uk hayleyrosephotography.co.uk