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EDITOR’S LETTER
EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Kelly Andrews | Senior Editor and Beauty Editor kellya@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Grooms Editor and Travel Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor Melissa Barker | Contributing Editor
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ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Well, hello to all you lovely couples of this fine region, and welcome to my very first issue of Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding. I’m excited to bring you the absolute best this area has to offer you for your big day, so let’s dive straight in. As we get to know each other, there’s one thing you’ll grow to understand about me: there’s only one thing I’m as obsessed with as weddings and that’s Christmas! So, the fact that we’re now well into the autumn has me giddy with excitement already. I adore this season as the colours change and the air starts to cool. What a great time to get married, there’s such a wonderfully romantic atmosphere of promise as the leaves change colour. I love to see what couples and their suppliers come up with in terms of wedding colour palettes at this time of year. My top tip is blush and burgundy – simply gorgeous.
I’m loving being involved with wedding plans myself as Melissa, my dear friend and editor here at CWM, makes plans to tie the knot next July, with yours truly as bridesmaid. She’s already chosen her gown, in which she looks stunning. But what we learned from this experience is not to panic if you don’t instantly burst into tears at the knowledge that it’s the one. If that’s just not you, you’re unlikely to change your entire personality the moment you try on a wedding dress. Sometimes, the realisation that you’ve chosen your dream attire comes from careful deliberation and a process of trying on all silhouettes to know what suits and what doesn’t. Melissa actually a chose a dress that’s the complete opposite of what she thought she’d go for and this is something we hear all the time. Remember: you do you and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
I hope you enjoy this splendid issue and keeep planning! Kelly x Kelly Andrews, senior editor
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A HONEYMOON IN PROVENCE, FRANCE
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I’m thoroughly enjoying getting to know the region via its jaw-dropping venues. My first stop: Sedgemoor and North Somerset. If you dream of being a princess for the day, be sure to check out fashion editor Claire’s round up of this season’s fairytale gowns.
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Can you believe this bouquet by www.cooperfloraldesign.co.uk is made entirely from paper? Seriously! Take a closer look…
https://dhwphotography.co.uk
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Gone are the days of cravats and cummerbunds for the gents! For a rustic wedding this super-cool floral tie and pocket square is an absolute dream.
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www.oxiphotography.co.uk
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I’m pretty indecisive, so were I to be faced with the veil or headpiece dilemma I’d have to say... both! Why not opt for a demure blusher for the ceremony before switching things up with a showstopping accessory for the reception? I adore this creation by www.clarelloyd.co.uk
https://whoisbenjamin.co.uk
Stunning real bride Paris tells us, “I always knew I wanted a big princess-style dress with plenty of lace detail. It was the first of many that I tried on, but I knew it was the one straight away.”
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Whatever conditions mother nature decides to throw at you on your big day, don’t fret, the region’s wedding photographers have got you covered.
http://kylielouise.com
Fresh flowers: incredibly beautiful, but sadly fleeting. So, to be able to preserve your wedding blooms for all eternity in an elegant paperweight is, to my mind, a revelation. Find out more about Flower Preservation Workshop along with other hugely talented local artisans in our handmade feature.
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Located in Downend, Bristol
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Come celebrate 30 years of Bride at Home this October with prizes and giveaways.
Every bride has a chance at our lucky dip giveaway including veils,headpieces, jewellery, also free alteration vouchers, flowers, chocolate, prosecco, and a whole lot more!
For our Grand Prize, we are giving 30% cash back to three of our lovely brides.
All you have to do to enter is choose Bride at Home for your bridal gown. All brides who purchase a dress will have their name entered into the grand prize draw which will be drawn in January 2022. Good luck!
