EDITOR’S LETTER

EDITORIAL 01376 535 611 Olivia Gibson | Editor oliviag@county.wedding Danielle Harvey | Managing Editor, Grooms Editor and Travel Editor Kelly Andrews | Senior Editor and Beauty Editor Claire Ridley | Fashion Editor

DESIGN 01376 535 616 artwork@county.wedding Graphic Designers | Sarah Hill Stephanie Hodder | Vicky O’Connor Production Assistant | Lorna Butcher Digital Marketing Coordinator Katie Laley

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ACCOUNTS 01376 535 616 accounts@county.wedding Accounting Manager | Derrick James Hello lovely readers and welcome to another issue of Your North East Wedding. I hope you’ve started 2022 off with a bang and have already been achieving any new year’s resolutions. For me personally, this year is all about making quality time for loved ones and trying not to rush around all the time. It’s all about finding the right balance between work, friends, family and time for myself.

This year will be one of the most exciting wedding season so far with many couples tying the knot, including my close friend who has given me the honour of being a bridesmaid at her wedding – how exciting! The countdown is certainly on, and July couldn’t come around quicker. Christmas and the New Year always create the perfect moments for proposals. If you’ve just received an engagement ring, then you’ve come to the right place as we cover everything from fashion and beauty advice, wedding cakes, venues and more.

Make sure to start the planning process early to book all of your favourite suppliers in time, especially because of how busy 2022 will be for weddings – there’s nothing worse than finding out your dream companies are fully booked.

If you’re towards the end of your planning journey, we have the perfect features to help you add the finishing touches for that wowfactor wedding and help solve any last minute worries or problems.

Happy planning! Olivia x

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Patricia wore a showstopping gown designed by Riki Dalal on her wedding day. The dress has a beautiful silhouette and features a plunging neckline, open back and beading embellishments.

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If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect wedding cake, then you’re in luck because we’ve asked bakers from around the region to share their predictions for 2022 cake trends, including designs, flavours, themes and more!

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We’ve asked experts from around the region to offer top advice and answer your wedding worries to make the planning process much easier.

Finding the perfect backdrop to your special day is so important. The venue will need to fit the theme and vibe of the wedding, while working with your guest list. We’ve selected venues in and around Tyneside to make the process much easier for you.

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What’s not to love about Francesca and Ben’s wedding at Charlton Hall? With a dusty blue and blush pink colour scheme, the pair create the perfect wedding with beautiful florals, stylish décor and personal touches.

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