NEARLYWED NEWS

Ware Priory is a beautiful Grade I listed building steeped in history, with some of the architecture dating back to Medieval times. Beautifully complemented by modern décor, there are many different spaces on offer to couples looking for a wedding venue.

The team is thrilled that weddings are back in full swing after Covid-19 restrictions have lifted and many lovely weddings have taken place over the last few months. Couples are delighted with the interior refurbishments that have taken place at the property.

The sales and marketing manager at Ware Priory, Kerry Mavris, has also announced the venue’s new catering partners. She says, “We are also delighted to have started working alongside Gusto Catering, Premier Crew Hospitality and The London Kitchen. Each partner brings with them a wealth of experience in event catering, a love of food, exceptional service and the willingness to please their guests.” She adds, “We’re excited to be able to offer an extended range of menus and cuisines to our couples with a choice of caterer to suit their individual needs. Whilst all three partners have an array of menus; the companies are also able to offer a bespoke service to make each celebration extra special.”

Discover more: www.warepriory.co.uk

PICTURE THE SCENE

Nestled within the stunning Hertfordshire countryside, Hill Brothers Event & Venue is a family-run marquee venue, which offers the perfect spaces for weddings. The experience team is currently offering couples £500 off bookings for 2022 weddings when lovebirds quote Hertswedding22 before the 30th September 2021.

The traditional three-pole marquee is a hidden gem set within the grounds of a farm and couples can enjoy exclusive use of the space. Claire Hill is the company’s director and she says, “We only offer a limited amount of dates each year for weddings because we want to guarantee that all preparations are as stress-free as possible.” She continues. “We encourage our couples to start the preparations at our venue a week before the special day and we will be on hand to assist.”

Discover more about the venue: www.facebook.com/HIllbrothersevents

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Fashion-forward

Situated in the beautiful town of Royston, Chimney Formal Menswear has bounced back from the impact of Covid-19 and is now celebrating its five-year anniversary. The company has endured a difficult time throughout the pandemic like most retailers, but the team is now looking forward while focusing on their next chapter of what has been a major success story since its launch in 2016.

The shop was built beside the original 13.5 metre-high chimney that once provided the draught for the local ironworks’ furnace and has been a labour of love for owner Sharon Cousans. She says, “Given everything that we’ve been through over the past 18 months, to reach the five-year mark is extremely satisfying. There were points during lockdown where it looked a long way off – particularly with the wedding industry being so badly hit – but we stuck it out and are now seeing things really starting to pick up again.” She adds, “We’re fortunate to have a tremendously loyal customer base who value the things that matter most to us – high-quality menswear at affordable prices, coupled with exceptional service.”

Discover more: www.chimneymenswear.co.uk/index.php

For style-led and conscious brides searching for the one, A Lover’s Thread specialises in transforming vintage-wedding dresses from fashion destinations all over the world. The Hitchin-based business offers refit, redesign and bespoke embellishment https://lisajane-photography.com packages to modify any vintage style into a designfocused, contemporary and personal piece. The company has launched The Mini Embellishment Package aimed at the modern post-lockdown bride-to-be to celebrate the return of weddings after the Covid-19 pandemic. This will include the same details as the company’s other bespoke packages, but at a fraction of the cost and less than half the turnaround time. The service will showcase founder and head designer Sophie Tyler’s signature hand embroidery and romantic-beading style in a new way that reflects how weddings are evolving.

The package includes up to 30 hours of hand beading and embroidery services, which can be added to any of the company’s wedding dresses, a family heirloom, or another vintage gown.

A Lover’s Thread is currently offering £147 off this new service when brides purchase one of their gowns before the 30th November, 2021, and quote ‘#MINIALT’ when booking an appointment or at checkout. Customers can also show a digital copy of the October/November issue of Your Herts and Beds Wedding during an appointment to receive this discount. Please note T&C’s apply.

Check out:www.aloversthread.com

Light the way Located in Bedfordshire, Chic & Raw provides luxury, sustainable and natural products for customers to enjoy. The company’s owner, Binanti Cuzner, worked with her husband Darren to create the business to showcase how beauty and harmony can be combined to create the perfect products and environment.

The team have just announced their new Crystal Chakra Candle range, which includes crystals and gems to enhance the experience. Crystals are known for their beneficial energies and many people believe they can cleanse and balance chakras. The products make the perfect gift for the bridal party and creates the perfect home accessory – it’s even perfect for stressed brides who need an emotional detox. The rose-gold candles contain either crystals or gems matched with fragrances from French perfumers to de-stress customers. Each candle is made from an organic soybean wax, is non-toxic and paraffin-free. Binanti says, “I wanted to create a sense of joy and harmony with these candles and I think we might have achieved it. Our customers have been wonderful and they tell us how relaxing and beautiful they find these products. We’re adding new candles to the range soon to give our customers more choice and variety. Self-care is essential and the moment there is an increasing interest in meditation.”

Check out: www.chicandraw.co.uk For brides looking for an experienced make-up artist and hairstylist, look no further than Make-up Artistry London. Head artist and founder, Michelle Perkins, has been in the industry for more than a decade and hand-selected each team member to create the flourishing-freelance business it is today.

The team offers a professional approach and will make brides-to-be feel extra special on their wedding day. Michelle says, “Being part of a wedding morning is such a privilege and we never take it for granted – the magic when everything comes together is just so special!” She continues, “Having a team of hair and make-up artists that you trust and get along with is just as important as the finished look.”

The company is currently offering 10 per cent off all wedding hair and make-up services when couples quote Your Herts & Beds Wedding before the 31st December, 2021.

Check out: www.makeupartistrylondon.com

ACCESSORISE AND SHINE

After a busy year designing all things fabulous – including engagement rings, wedding rings, bridal sets and remodelled items – the team at Heulwen Lewis Bespoke knew it was the perfect time to move premises to the new store in Harpenden.

Situated in the beautiful grounds of Thrales End Farm at West Stable, couples will be able to see the owner, Sarah Heulwen Lewis, at work designing their wedding rings and creating the products on the jewellery bench.

All consultations are on an appointment basis only and also can be held via Zoom, WhatsApp or Skype if meeting in person isn’t a possibility. The company can also travel to an address that’s convenient for couples within reason.

To celebrate the new move, Heulwen Lewis Bespoke will also be offering 10 per cent off all wedding bands in October and November when nearlyweds quote HB10% when enquiring about wedding jewellery.

Check out: www.heulwenlewisbespoke.com