Your Surrey Wedding- February / March 2021 (Issue 87)

ECO-CONSCIOUS Surrey-based Pure Vida Naturals has launched a range of hand sanitisers that are made using eco-friendly products, ideal for wedding favours. The elegant glass bottle replaces plastic alternatives, are fully recyclable and refillable and fits neatly into a small bag for everyday convenience. There is a choice of three scents available; lavender for calming, bergamot for energising and peppermint to lift the spirits. The sanitiser is made up of five natural and organic ingredients that kill up to 99.9 per cent of bacteria. Pure Vida Naturals is led by husband and wife team, Danny and Christie Day, along with Catherine Acevedo, the founder of Indigenous Beauty. After finding existing products on the market harsh and clinical, the trio set about to create something that’s kind on the skin and respectful of nature. For more information, visit www.purevidanaturals.com MUM'S THE WORD Mother-of-the-bride and occasionwear specialist, Serendipity Fashions stocks a wide range of designs from leading labels, including Condici, Ronald Joyce, Cabotine and Inspirato. The Guildford- based boutique has launched a new mail order service to help customers during the lockdown. Everyone that buys their outfit now will also receive a free hat, hatinator or fascinator to the value of £100 when you spend more than £400. With hundreds of options and many greatly reduced in price, there’s plenty to choose from. The experienced team provide a friendly service and are happy to answer any queries you may have. To find out more, visit www.serendipityfashions.co.uk Fashion goddess Brides Visited in Ashtead has launched a new virtual service to help brides-to-be looking for their dream dress during the lockdown. Customers can contact the team of experienced consultants who will be able to help you find the dress of your dreams virtually. This is a great way for brides getting married in summer 2021 to find their gown in time for the big day. Research and get an idea of the style of gown you want to wear, and the team of consultants will do the rest. Brides Visited provide bridalwear, bridesmaids’ dresses, mother-of-the-bride/groom’s outfits and accessories. They also offer wedding photography and a free advisory service where they’ll help you find your dream venue, florist, cake etc. Check out www.bridesvisited.co.uk fo r more information or call 01372 272 300 to book a phone consultation. TO DINE FOR Beaverbrook, a country house hotel in Leatherhead, has launched a range of interactive Stay & Cook packages, where guests will learn tricks of the trade from the in-house team of professional chefs. In the Okawari Japanese Experience, you will get to try a sushi-making masterclass preparing fresh nigiri, maki and sashimi. While in the Hearty and Homegrown Experience, you will use locally sourced products and focus on minimising food waste. The experiences will be overseen by the School of Cookery manager, Gerard Molloy, who has more than 15 years’ experience working in kitchens across the UK. Brides-to-be can book weekend-long celebration and enjoy the on- site accommodation, spa and range of activities, ideal for a mini-moon or pre-wedding celebrations. Visit www.beaverbrook.co.uk to see the different experiences available and to book. 12