BOND Bride Magazine Issue 6 overview

BOND

CREATIVE INSPIRATION FOR THE STRONG, STYLISH BRIDE

A RETRO ROMANCE

YELLOW WED ROAD

Want to bring some vibrant colour to your wedding day? This is the way to do it! With a welcomed alternative vibe this beautiful yellow-themed elopement screams modern city chic. Set in the romantic streets of Bordeaux France, it's full of beautiful details.

A simple colour palette with bold and dramatic effect, and THAT DRESS! Anything with ruffles and we're in! Led by planner Beatrice of Oui Mon Chou and her creative team of industry professionals they wanted to make a bold statement...

"We wanted to create a very fashionable and editorial shoot to counterbalance the theme around yellow which has romantic and bucolic notes A modern twist on a traditional wedding day; an elopement within the city of Bordeaux"

"This inspiration is quite simple to reproduce! Use your colour to take up your space This theme allows for lots of fun with the details and accessories The dress is a statement in itself so I recommend simple but elegant accessories and the suit should be a very complementary colour to yellow. For decoration and tableware, neutral backgrounds allow you to highlight your selection of yellow elements perfectly "

Our personalised hair ribbons are made from 100% cotton and have a rustic frayed edge, and can be embroidered to your liking too. They are available in both white and ivory and the embroidery can be picked to match your colour scheme They come in a standard length, however, due to their rustic nature these ribbons can be cut to suit your hairstyle on the day These are just two wonderful ideas of how embroidered ribbons can be incorporated into your wedding day We also love them for place-setting bows on your tables or tying around your cake too. The combinations are endless!

BRIDAL

"When choosing the looks for the shoot, Joanna wanted to stick to British bridal couturiers who would create romantic gowns with bold silhouettes and flower details. For the spring story, she chose a flower texture slip dress with puffed sleeves by Alyce Jayne Bridal paired with Diane Hassall Shoes and handmade porcelain flower jewellery by PS With Love A second aspring look was chosen by Felisiti Greis and included a corseted dress in feather-light tulle with dreamy sleeves. This look was completed by Diane Hassall Shoes and a W Collective ribbon tried around the neck in a bow.”

“The summer story fashion consisted of a striking pink gown and cathedral-length veil by Felisiti Greis The dramatic gown has a dropped waist corset and layers of semi-transparent tulle with hand appliqué flowers Our model had an important role. She helped create movement and a ‘sense’ of a wider story. We see a wisp of a veil and a swish of a skirt."

THE SWEETEST CAKE TRENDS

BECAUSE NOBODY PUTS CAKE IN THE CORNER

With Daisy Pratt - Very Vanilla Bakery

Cake Cake Cake, It’s come a long way from fondant iced fruit and we’re here for it! From style, shape, size, and texture the world is now your oyster thanks to talented cake designers like Daisy at Very Vanilla. Specialising in bespoke, design-led wedding

Sarah Cooper Photography

“Wedding cakes today are more than just royal icing and fondant. From buttercream or ganache, naked or semi-naked, tall tiers, short tiers, slender or wide tiers quite literally, the skies the limit (within the capabilities of sugar). Certain trends have stayed the test of time, hello naked cakes, whilst new techniques and ideas enter fleetingly. Just like floral arrangements or wedding stationery, modern wedding cakes are open to interpretation and should ultimately capture the essence of your wedding day. But where do you start in terms of exploring the designs and styles that work for you?”

FONDANT, BUTTERCREAM OR GANACHE?

“Fondant is still a hugely popular covering for cakes, and it’s now being pushed to new limits with colourful designs, industrial and minimalist shapes, tiers wrapped in printed edible paper or artfully decorated with beautifully ornate hand-painted details. Cake designers in the buttercream and ganache camps are also pushing boundaries, developing skyscraper tiers, interesting textures, light ruffle effects, bold colours and abstract painting – taking the capabilities of these delicious mediums to a whole new level.”

“When it comes to which covering to choose for your wedding cake it all depends on personal taste, some people love the taste of fondant, whereas others prefer a lightly whipped buttercream exterior. I use Italian meringue buttercream to cover my cakes, and this has such a wonderfully light, not overly sweet, softly whipped texture. You can flavour it to complement the fillings or colour it with fresh fruit puree like raspberries for a subtle colour. Fondant coverings work brilliantly with sugar and wafer paper flowers, whilst buttercream and ganache-covered cakes are beautiful when paired with fresh florals and foliage. With buttercream and ganache, you can also be bolder and more adventurous with your filling choices as these styles can be kept in the fridge, keeping perishable fillings such as fruit curds and cream cheese frostings safe.”

Nicola Dixon Photography

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Winstantley Photography

FINDING THE PERFECT SUSTAINABLE WEDDING DRESS

"The best vintage wedding dresses were made with high-end fabrics and skilled craftsmanship, but the silhouettes are no longer relevant or flattering. Mercier Stockholm Bridal offers a modern alternative for a nostalgic and sustainably conscious bride. By using vintage wedding dress fabric and details together with locally sourced fabrics from high-quality European factories, a contemporary yet sustainable wedding dress is made. A new design for a modern bride with all the best parts of your grandma's wedding dress.

My design style comes from a mix of cultures. My British upbringing, my French heritage, and a design career based in Sweden influence me every day. Each country with its own unique design language, provides me with a wealth of inspiration to create. I'm also influenced by the vintage dress I'm transforming. Every wedding dress has a beautiful detail or fabric worth saving and this impacts the new design. It's all about showcasing the best from the past but bringing it into this decade. I love re-making a family heirloom! The more "outdated" the better - finding the beauty in extreme 70's bridal wear and tailoring it to modern-day trends is a lot of fun."

YOGA ACTIVITIES FOR COUPLES

by Fizzbox

Are you ready to add some zen to your wedding preparations? Look no further than yoga, the ultimate pre-wedding superpower! Just imagine being surrounded by calming vibes, stretching away all those pre-wedding jitters, and feeling like a serene yogi rockstar. Here's why yoga is a match made in wedding heaven.

First off, stress. Let's face it, planning a wedding can be as chaotic as trying to tame a herd of wild unicorns. Yoga is the secret weapon that will help you channel your inner tranquillity and keep those stressful moments at bay. With each deep breath, you'll conquer stress like a warrior princess or prince. But hey, we're not just talking about regular yoga sessions. We're talking about yoga parties! Gather your hen party or stag do squad, put on your yoga pants (or wedding-themed yoga leggings, and embark on a journey of wedding wellness. Think fun yoga poses, hilarious balancing acts, and laughter that echo through the studio. It's a bonding experience like no other.

Yoga parties are the perfect way to celebrate with your partner and/or your besties, while also giving your mind and body the TLC they deserve. Plus, it's an excellent opportunity to sneak in some muchneeded exercise, nothing says bridal glow like a good dose of yoga-induced endorphins.

VOGA

This workout incorporates yoga-based flow, expressive poses, dance moves and party vibes, inspired by Madonna’s hit Vogue. With empowerment and fun at its core, this yoga-dance fusion class is the perfect activity to help you have fun with your hen or stag crew while rejuvenating your body, improving flexibility and burning calories

ETHICAL CREATIVE

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