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You’re engaged – congratulations! Whether you’re at the beginning or end of your wedding planning journey, it can be stressful trying to put everything together. There’s so much to consider, from the venue and theme to the dress and accessories, and so you might be asking yourself, where do I start? Before you start surfing the internet for venues and suppliers, sit down together with a cuppa and discuss what you want your wedding day to be. Whatever you decide will have an impact on everything else you do from here on in. Think about your overall vision. Is rustic bliss your vibe, or are you more of a modern chic kind of couple? Perhaps you want to keep it classic and traditional or go completely your own way and host a festival-style wedding in a field with a temporary structure such as a marquee or tipi for cover. All of these aspects will guide you towards the style of venue you should be researching. Crucial to this process are the budget and guest numbers, as one will very much dictate the other. You may want to invite 300 people, but are you willing and able to fund 300 wedding breakfasts? Be realistic about what you want to spend, settle on a budget, and above all, stick to it.

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Once you’ve booked your venue and have a date set, you’ll be thinking about your other suppliers. To help you create the wedding of your dreams, we’ve rounded up local companies and asked for their top tips to create an issue full of inspiration.

Happy planning!

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The new season bridal edit of dreamy dresses features delicate details, fairytale-inspired florals, and flowing fabrics.

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This romantic-styled shoot at Brandon Hall Hotel and Spa had a black-tie theme with hints of champagne and purple.

Tie the knot in a rustic barn.

WarPaint For Men shares its make-up and skincare tips for grooms-to-be.

Local fashion experts offer advice on how to look your big day best.

Kerry and Scott chose a relaxed, boho theme for their big day at The Orchard at Munsley.

For Sophie and Graham, it was love at first sight. They quickly became inseparable, and in July 2023, they tied the knot at Sandon Hall.

Dates For The Diary

Keep your diary free this January for the National Wedding Fayre. With more than 125 exhibitors, a VIP lounge with afternoon tea, fashion shows, and an amazing win-your-wedding competition, the show has everything you need to plan the wedding of your dreams. If that wasn’t enough, there will be handson advice from industry experts, luxury products, services at an affordable price, and promotions from some of the region’s biggest wedding suppliers.

Why not treat yourself to the VIP package? It includes a drink voucher, an upgraded gift bag, reserved seating for the fashion show, access to the VIP lounge, and fast-track entry.

The show will take place on 20th and 21st January 2024 at the Coventry Building Society Arena, between 10am and 3:30pm. Entry for children under 15 is free of charge. Use the code ‘CBS’ at checkout to get a 40 per cent discount on standard tickets. All standard purchases will also receive one free ticket.

Visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-national-wedding-fayre-2-day-weddingshow-tickets-625236869307 to get your tickets.

Pretty As A Picture

Birmingham artist Sandra Palmer has announced the launch of her new art print collection called ‘A Vase of Flowers.’ The collection currently features three original collages of flowers in a vase, each meticulously rendered in the artist’s signature style of line art and photography. The prints are available in a variety of sizes, making them the perfect gift for any occasion. A portion of the proceeds from each sale will be donated to Plant a Tree in collaboration with the Eden Project.

Sandra explains: “I wanted to create a collection of art prints that would capture the beauty and simplicity of flowers, with a script that reflected their unique symbolism. I believe that flowers are a timeless gift, and I wanted to create something that would last forever. The Eden Project and Reewild are passionate about protecting our beautiful planet and I am honoured to be able to give something back through the sale of my art prints.”

To find out more, visit www.brummyartist.co.uk

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