NEARLYWED NEWS

Award-winning

LUXE Hair. Beauty. Bridal, a new salon in Hinckley, has been listed as a finalist for Best Bridal Salon 2021 at the UK Hair & Beauty Awards. The winners will be announced on the 30th March, 2021.

Co-owner Laura Timms Mowinski tells us: “My business partner, Leanne Brown, and I opened our salon to create a space where all our brides could come and enjoy a glass of bubbly with their bridal party. We offer skincare treatments, hair and nail extensions, lashes and tans in the run-up to the wedding. When a bride has her trial here at LUXE, we also offer the option to add on an afternoon tea with our next-door neighbours, Buttercream Tea Room. It makes our customers feel special, and it’s a lovely little get-together.”

For more information, head over to www.facebook.com/luxe-106613084503903

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The Capriccio Quartet is celebrating after reaching the National Finals of the

Wedding Business Awards and winning Best Musical Act in the West Midlands – congratulations! The long-established string quartet comprises of experienced professional string players, and the group is available to hire in Worcestershire,

Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and across the West Midlands. To celebrate, the group have decided to freeze all of their prices for new bookings for the foreseeable future to help couples who have had to postpone their big day.

Performing rock and pop music from the late 1960s to the present day, there’s a wide range of genres to choose from, including film and show tunes, TV themes, jazz and classical music.

To hear them perform and find out more, visit www.capriccioquartet.co.uk NEWS Nearlywed

All the latest from around the West Midlands

NEW VENUE ALERT!

The Lion Ballroom in Leominster is a new up-and-coming licenced wedding venue that dates back to 1839. The magnificent Georgian Grade II listed ballroom has the perfect combination of glamour and history with modern facilities and plenty of space to take photographs. Available to hire exclusively for 48 hours, the booking includes the use of tables and chairs, car parking, an outside area and a paying bar. Bespoke wedding packages are also available on request with a variety of options that allow you to incorporate your colour scheme into your dream wedding. Options include styling of the venue, colour schemes on the tables and a choice of flowers. The Lion Ballroom offers flexibility and personal touches. There’s also a selection of trusted suppliers who are able to offer their services if requested.

The venue is the ideal setting for weddings with a grand ballroom that can comfortably seat 80 guests for a catered event. There are also a range of options available to accommodate all budgets. For more information, visit www.lionballroomleominster.co.uk or follow them on Facebook www.facebook.com/lionballroom call 01568 612 277 or visit www. www.facebook.com/abbifisherphotography instagram.com/the_lion_ballroom

Pretty as a picture

Worcester-based photographer, Robyn Francesca has created a new pregnancy package. The Bump to Baby Package includes a thirdtrimester pregnancy photo shoot, a newborn photo shoot, images of the baby at three and six months old www.robynfrancesca.co.uk and a one-yearold birthday shoot. There are also additional extras available such as a photo album, greeting cards and large prints that can be used in frames or canvases. The package is priced at £650 and is ideal for brides-to-be who are expecting a little bundle of joy.

For more information about the package and to see Robyn’s work, visit www.robynfrancesca.co.uk

GRAND RE-OPENING

The Karma Group have introduced a new addition to its global portfolio of world-class properties: Karma Salford Hall. Nestled in the Vale of Evesham, the property dates back to the 14th-century and once belonged to King Henry VIII. The hotel retains its Tudor charm while providing carefully curated comforts, including 32 quaint bedrooms, a traditional bar with a fireplace, a cosy restaurant, a well-stocked library and event spaces. The perfect setting for a classic English wedding or a relaxing mini-moon.

Founded by award-winning hospitality entrepreneur John Spece, Karma Group is an international boutique travel and lifestyle brand offering experiences in the world’s most beautiful locations.

Visit www.karmagroup.com for more information.

PLANNED TO PERFECTION

With face-to-face wedding fairs unable to go ahead, RubyBelle Events (www.rubybelleevents.co.uk) have taken their Artisan Wedding Market online. This is a great opportunity for couples to shop directly with a fabulous community of independent creative businesses, artisan makers, designers and wedding suppliers, all from the comfort of your own home.

RubyBelle Event’s Wedding Markets are the perfect place to source bespoke and hand-crafted finishing touches for your special day, all while supporting local Midlands-based businesses. A personalised piece of jewellery, a paper bouquet made from your favourite books or even a specially commissioned handdrawn image of your wedding venue – the possibilities are endless. Owner Becci tells www.dearestlove.co.uk us: “It’s the little details that make your day yours. With shops and face-to-face events still unable to take place, couples have missed out on the excitement of getting those precious details. By taking the Artisan Wedding Market online, couples now have one place to find all those special pieces, and the fun of bringing back some wedding planning excitement.”

The event is taking place from Friday 7th May until Sunday 9th May. As a special treat, RubyBelle Events is offering our readers early access on Thursday 6th May from 6pm – 10pm. Be the first to access amazing suppliers, special offers and one-of-a-kind pieces.

Visit www.rubybelleevents.co.uk/ywmw-exclusive-access to register. The Wedding House Droitwich, one of the West Midland’s leading venue stylists, has opened a large showroom and warehouse in Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire. Designed to create a relaxed and friendly place to plan and style your wedding, the team specialise in chair décor, bespoke flower service, light-up letters, evening packages and finishing touches. Covering Worcestershire and the West Midlands, they have an extensive collection covering all of the current looks, trends and styles.

Katie Wicks, one of the company’s partners, explains: “We’re delighted to have used lockdown to update our brochure, website and move to our dream showroom. We are more ready than ever for the forthcoming years of weddings and events post COVID-19 and to be able to share and be a part of couples’ special events. There is no better time to visit our website and book to come and see us in the spring. Weddings will be bigger and more special than ever.”

For more information, visit www.the-wedding-house.co.uk

Sustainable fashion

British designer, Lyn Ashworth has launched a new 2021 collection. The company’s emphasis is on sustainability, creativity and craft; encouraging brides to consume consciously and thoughtfully when choose their big-day gown.

Sarah Barrett, the creative director, tells us more: “We must look to stop over-creating and over-producing by having a more thoughtful approach to bridal fashion. Remembering what beauty is today was beauty yesterday and will be beauty tomorrow. The environmental impacts of overproduction within the fashion and bridal industry are incredibly devastating. To ensure our brand maintains its core values and does not overproduce, we aim to create evolving collections, which stand the test of time. Now we’re moving into the light of a new year, it’s time show you a peek at our evolving edition of Champagne Blush. This modern take on romanticism encapsulates movement, mixing elements of couture while evolving for the women today and allowing her to draw on her inner style and beauty.”

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

Here at Your West Midlands Wedding, we know how important it is that you look your best on your big day, so to help, we’ve teamed up with hair specialist Zoe Lloyd to offer you an exclusive 10 per cent discount off your bridal trial.

We spoke to Zoe to find out more about her company: “My journey in the hair industry began when I started my apprenticeship for a leading salon in 2006. My career quickly took off, which led me to become an established professional. Over the years, I’ve gained a sustainable amount of experience in all aspects of hairdressing and bridal styling.

“Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. There’ s a lot to think about and organise but rest assured, I’m here to help take that stress away when it comes to looking picture perfect and amazing. My mission is to offer clients everything they need to feel incredible on the big day with a friendly and consistent service."

To claim, quote ‘YWMW’ when booking. Valid until 31st December, 2022.

For more information, visit www.zoelloydhairspecialist.co.uk

The latest fragrances from iconic brand Tiffany & Co., Tiffany & Love Eau de Toilette for Him and Tiffany & Love Eau de Parfum for Her, were created as a tribute to modern love and the pairing is perfect for nearlyweds tying the knot.

The male scent is a citrusy, aromatic fragrance with a wood-infused base. It begins with oils of ginger, mandarin and cardamon, at the heart is a juniper-cypress blend and it boasts base notes of sandalwood, vetiver and the common ingredient of the duo blue sequoia – uniting these two fragrances together!

The female fragrance is modern with a feminine, floral, woody scent. It opens with top notes of blue basil – a botanical ingredient developed exclusively for Tiffany – then follows with a hearty sweet floral bouquet of neroli, underlined with a woody blend of blue sequoia, vetiver and cedarwood at the base.

Priced at £54(50ml) or £75(90ml) for Him, and £75(50ml) or £110(90ml) for Her. Check out www.theperfumeshop.com

County Wedding Magazines has teamed up with The Perfume Shop to offer readers the chance to win a Tiffany & Love Eau de Toilette for Him (90ml) and Tiffany & Love Eau de Parfum for Her (90ml). Sylvia Magdalena, a mobile make-up artist, is offering Your West Midlands Wedding readers an exclusive five per cent discount off of her services. “I cover Staffordshire and the surrounding areas,” says Sylvia. “I trained at the London Make-Up School in 2016 and have taken additional training and masterclasses since then. Sarah E Booker Photography and Megan Fenwick During my career, I’ve worked with fashion designers and TV personalities, and my work has been featured in international publications. I’m dedicated to my clients’ needs and expectations, and I only use high-end brands and cater to all skin tones. I value each bride’s style and work hard to create the perfect look. I specialise in bridal, prom, traditional Asian, photo shoots, beauty pageants, TV, media and special occasions.” To claim this fab offer simple quote the magazine when booking. Valid until 31st December, 2022. Visit www.sylviamagdalenamua.com for more info.

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