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Want to arrive at your wedding in one of the most photogenic cars in the Cotswolds? This pretty 1950s vintage Indian Ambassador car from Kushi Cars (Kushi meaning happiness in Hindi) is reminiscent of a Morris Minor on the outside. The bumper can be decorated with flowers to suit the theme of each wedding with a popular option being green foliage including eucalyptus. The interior is draped in rich red and gold fabrics providing an Insta-worthy photo opportunity and the vehicle can travel to weddings throughout the Cotswolds (it’s based in Cheltenham) and further afield on request.

Let’s ride: 07828 309 527, www.kushicars.co.uk; www.facebook.com/KushiCars; www.instagram.com/kushicars

For another quirky Morris Minor option, Dillys is a 1958 post-production convertible in Old English White with a beautiful maroon hood and interior, available from family-run Milbury Morris Minors based in Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire.

Another model in the fleet is Bunty, an original 1963 convertible model, also in Old English White, with a red hood and interior and a vintage luggage rack on her boot. All of the cars, which also include Alice, a two-door saloon and Syd, a duck-egg blue 1968 Traveller, can be dressed in ribbons, bunting or flowers to match the colour theme of the wedding.

Let’s ride: 07918 147 701, www.milburymorrisminors.com; www.facebook.com/morrisminorwedding; www.instagram.com/milburymorrisminors

For classic cars, American cars and cool convertibles, check out Premier Carriage, a multi-award-winning company offering a selection of some of the most prestigious vehicles ranging from luxury modern wedding cars to classic cars from the 1950s and 1960s and even vintage vehicles from the roaring

Fancy arriving in style in a quirky convertible Morris Minor? Or a Classic London Fairway? See the fabulous options available at Function Cars. Let’s ride: www.functioncars.co.uk twenties. Highlights include models from Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Beauford and Mercedes. The company also hire the famous red London Routemaster bus, American stretch limousines and Volkswagen Campervans. Let’s ride: www.premiercarriage.co.uk

Other Options

Gloucester-based Catherine’s Carriages offers a choice of four horse-drawn carriages for weddings in the area - they also offer unicorn rides for the little ones!

Let’s ride: 07950 210 789, www.facebook.com/catherinescarriages

For a beautiful vintage Beauford or a Daimler, search the selection available at J2 Luxury Transport in Wiltshire. Let’s ride: https://j2luxurytransport.co.uk/our-bridal-cars

Something New

The Bobby Pin has launched its 2023 collection of fashionable wedding accessories influenced by some of the year’s hottest trends. These dreamy finishing touches include intricately detailed hair vines, pins and combs in silver or gold metal finishes, plus a range of beautiful bridal earrings. Many designs are adorned with contemporary white clay and pretty porcelain blooms alongside delicate leaf and botanical motifs, while others feature luxurious pearl sprays or glistening crystal stones. To shop, visit https://thebobbypin.co.uk

EDITOR’S FAVOURITE

This special occasion smock is from the new collection by Smock London. The dresses, which are perfect for flowergirls, are made from the finest fabrics. Hidden within the exquisite designs are secret messages and symbols including a row of hearts, a different flower in each dress plus two eternity symbol motifs symbolizing longevity and good luck. To shop, visit www.smocklondon.com

River Island’s first wedding occasion collection has launched offering a selection of mix-and-match bridesmaid dresses and flowergirl styles. There’s a range of silhouettes in a dreamy colour palette and fashionable fabrics include soft satin and tulle. There’s also stylish suiting for men and boys. To shop, visit www.riverisland.com