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PERFECT REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS FOUR REAL BRIDES SHARE THEIR BIG DAY STORIES, P58
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BRIDESMAID HANDBOOK EVERYTHING YOUR GIRLS NEED TO KNOW!
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elcome to the wonderful October issue! This month I’ve been truly inspired by all things enchanting and whimsical. Our pretty pages are full of gemstone colours, rustic details and ethereal styling, and I absolutely love it! Some of my favourite features this issue include the bridesmaid handbook (page 40) to ensure you keep your girls in line, top trends for 2016 weddings (page 81) and four beautiful real weddings, each with their own unique personal touches (from page 58). We’ve been inundated with emails, tweets and Facebook messages from real brides recently, and it’s always such a pleasure! Make sure you get in touch if you need any planning help – we look forward to hearing from you! 2
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4 My favourite picks this month! 1. Deco fan hair comb by Rachel Simpson 2. This gorgeous Yvie dress by Catherine Deane 3. A funky gift idea! A Roberts radio from The Wedding Shop 4. A magical scene, with the pretty Cordelia headband by Flo & Percy 5. I adore these Delfina shoes from Harriet Wilde
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STYLE 1601 WE LOVE THE HEAVILY EMBELLISHED HIGH NECK ON THIS GOWN, COMPLETE WITH THE STREAM OF BEADING DOWN THE SKIRT
STYLE 1613 TURN HEADS IN THIS TRULY TRADITIONAL DESIGN, FEATURING A CINCHED-IN WAIST TO FLATTER YOUR SHAPE
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CATHERINE PARRY A year after launching their first collection, this British label is bang on trend with their 2016 styles
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rides-to-be, listen up! The amazing 2016 collection from Catherine Parry has arrived, and it’s absolutely stunning! We take a look at the collection and ask designer, Maria, what her favourite dress is from the brand new line... The new collection builds on Catherine Parry’s signature style, which combines both
classic and modern bridal styles with beautiful detailing and excellent structure for a flattering fit. However, the British design team behind Catherine Parry has aimed for an even more glamorous look with the 2016 collection, which features dramatic backs, ornate beading and other on-trend design touches to add real wow factor. Quality remains a
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core principle for Catherine Parry and the 2016 collection features high quality fabrics, with some designs featuring Mikado silk, giving them a truly luxurious look. “One of my favourite styles from the new collection, style 1606, is a development of our bestseller from the 2015 collection,” says Maria Ryan, designer and one half of the husband and wife team behind Catherine Parry. Despite the use of high end fabrics and beading, the new collection promises to offer brides even better value, with many styles priced between just £850 and £1,100. To check out the fabulous new collection and find your nearest stockist, visit catherineparrybridal.com now. STYLE 1606 THIS DRESS IS ONE OF DESIGNER MARIA’S FAVOURITES, AND IT’S EASY TO SEE WHY!
STYLE 1605 THIS GORGEOUS TEALENGTH GOWN IS A FUN TWIST ON TRADITION. IDEAL FOR DANCING THE NIGHT AWAY! STYLE 1615 THE DELICATE SHEER NECKLINE ON THIS GOWN SETS THE TONE. ELEGANT, BEAUTIFUL AND TIMELESS
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MJ120 GO FOR ALL-OUT GLAMOUR IN THIS BLUSH DESIGN WITH A SPARKLY WAIST BAND AND FULLY RUFFLED SKIRT
MJ119 WOW! THE STUNNING COLOURED EMBROIDERY ON THIS PRINCESS DRESS TEAMED WITH THE LOW SWEETHEART NECKLINE IS JUST SO FEMININE
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MJ166 THE BEAUTIFUL ILLUSION NECKLINE ON THIS DRESS STEALS THE SHOW!
MJ152 SHOW OFF YOUR SHAPE IN THIS FABULOUSLY FITTED GOWN WITH A LOW V-NECKLINE
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MJ159 IF YOU WANT A TRADITIONAL LOOK WITH JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF GLITZ, THIS GORGEOUS A-LINE DESIGN WILL BE RIGHT UP YOUR STREET
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e’re delighted to showcase the exceptional new collection from So Sassi! This esprit label by one of the UK’s finest designers, Sassi Holford, features fashion-forward gowns that are fun and contemporary. Sassi’s collection offers great quality and style without blowing the budget, but to look at it, you’d never know! See all the beautiful designs now at sosassi.so
HAYLEY A TRADITIONAL STRAPLESS GOWN WITH A DELICATE WAIST BELT. SO CHIC!
ANYA WE ADORE THE BACK OF THIS ANYA GOWN, STYLED WITH A PRETTY BELT.
LEXI WOW! THIS EDGY DRESS WITH A CUT OUT WAISTLINE AND SLOPED TRAIN IS SO FASHION FORWARD.
CARLY GORGEOUS FROM THE FRONT (TOP LEFT) TO THE BACK, CARLY IS AS CLASSY AS SHE IS BEAUTIFUL.
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Katya Katya Shehurina Do you want a totally unique look for your day? Then check out the incredible new collection from Katya Katya Shehurina! Filled with an array of styles with a vintage, bohemian vibe, you’ll be guaranteed to enchant your groom and guests in one of their beautiful designs. The attention to detail and high quality fabrics make these luxurious dresses one to watch for 2016. Find your nearest stockist now at shehurina.com.
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our bridesmaids will be your rock throughout the wedding planning process, from giving you advice and helping you make decorations to planning your hen party and helping out on the day itself. Here’s our guide to being a great bridesmaid, so you can ensure that your girls know exactly what their responsibilities are.
It’s all about the bride Your wedding is the happiest day of your life, and if anyone’s entitled to have a diva moment or two, it’s you! Your bridesmaids need to bite the bullet and be there to support you with whatever you want them to do, from wearing the dress and hairstyle you choose through to making themselves available for rehearsals. Choose your girls
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very carefully, because the last thing you’ll want is to have your bridesmaids causing you more stress than comfort in the build up to the big day. It’s usually safer to go for family or long-term friends rather than your ‘friend of the moment’.
day? Is one of them a natural performer and could sing during the ceremony? Can one bake your wedding cake? Is anyone crafty and can help make your stationery? The more they can input to your day the less stress for you and you’ll save money, too!
Put their skills to use Do your bridesmaids have skills you can use on the
Party planners Your bridesmaids will know you better than most people,
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so trust them to choose the best party for you. This is the one time you don’t have complete control in the build up to the wedding. It’s fine to state things you really don’t want, but trust your girls to make the right choices for you. It will be lovely to have a surprise and you can see how much effort the girls have put into making sure you have a great time.
On-the-day duties Your bridesmaids will play a crucial part on the wedding day. They’ll be the ones getting ready with you in the morning, they’ll be assisting you down the aisle, maybe even doing a reading during the ceremony. They need to help the groomsmen direct guests, make sure they’re available at any point for photos and ensure you stay
looking your bridal best throughout the day by fixing your train, hair and make-up for you. Making sure there are no hitches! One of the biggest things the bridesmaids need to do is ensure that your day goes by without any problems, or if there are issues, that you don’t know about them! From
the florist running late to a disgruntled family member, the bridesmaids must shield and protect you from anything that could put your happiness in jeopardy. All in all, you should never feel bad about asking a lot of your girls, that’s what they’re there for. And remember, inevitably they’ll ask you to return the favour one day!
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1. ASTRANTIA SHOES from Merle & Morris £180 2. ANASTASIA HEELS from Charlotte Mills £250 3. PENELOPE SHOES from Freya Rose £325 4. SANDY HEELS from Emmy London £POA 5. SABREEN PEEP TOES from Love Art Wear Art £200 6. MONTROSE HEELS from Rainbow Club £55 7. LEONIE SHOES from Rachel Simpson £190 8. DELFINA HEELS from Harriet Wilde £199.99
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DON’T RISK HEARTBREAK Rachel Simpson reveals all about designing stunning shoes and how counterfeits are crushing brides’ dreams
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any years ago I was a freelance designer working for various footwear manufacturers who supplied a lot of the high street brands,” explains Rachel. “It was around the time well-known clothing labels had begun to launch their own label footwear, as well as Primark opening
its doors for the first time. It was all about fast fashion – who could reproduce the designer brands quickest and with the cheapest price point. Quality was out and low cost, disposable fashion reigned supreme. It was the week when three of my clients sent me the same boot from a well-known high street shop, asking me to
rework it into a range of similar designs that I knew something had to change. I’d always had the long-term plan to start my own brand, and this was one of the catalysts that started turning that plan into a reality.” Rachel Simpson the brand celebrated its seventh birthday earlier this year, something Rachel is rightly very proud of. “Our design team create shoes they love. Shoes our brides want to wear for two reasons – they’re unique and they’re comfortable,” says Rachel. “Ever since we launched in 2008 I have loved creating designs from the heart, without having to justify them through the versions that are already bestsellers in the market. None of this is meant to sound pretentious, but I do think it’s important to understand where
JUST BEAUTIFUL SHOES RACHEL SIMPSON IS KNOWN FOR DESIGNING GORGEOUS SHOES WITH A VINTAGE EDGE. AND THEY’RE AS COMFORTABLE AS THEY ARE PRETTY!
design comes from for a lot of independent (and indeed much larger) brands. Which is why it can be so heartbreaking when those designs are copied and reproduced all in the name of chasing sales.” Keeping copycats at bay When someone copies a designer’s shoes, this can have a huge effect on not only the legitimate businesses, but also the hardworking designer.
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“People say that imitation is the highest form of flattery, and whilst that may be true it also intrudes on a highly personal place, which the producer of the counterfeit version can never truly understand,” explains Rachel. “Anyone can copy a design, no one can recreate a passion. As a company we invest huge amounts of time and money into design development. Often the creative process starts itself with the design team organically knowing where they want to go next. We’ll go on inspiration trips to vintage
shops or markets, or beautiful places where we invariably fall in love with ideas and get quite animated mid-shop! These ideas are then brought back to the office where we play around with shapes, leathers and details, until these exciting ideas are developed into designs we can take to our factory and make into next season’s collection.” Real quality won’t come cheap... Although buying cheaper alternatives to the designs you love may seem tempting, inevitably you’ll be setting yourself up for heartache. “When you buy a counterfeit you might save money, but remember all the things you’re missing out on, all the things the designer wanted you to feel,” says Rachel. “If we fuel a world where cheap copies rule, we’ll eventually kill off the creativity until there’s no originality left. And then even the copycats will be in trouble!”
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10. LISETTE CLUTCH BAG from Rainbow Club £65 11. LACE HEADBAND from Katie Elizabeth of London £189 12. VINTAGE HEADBAND from Jenny Packham £POA 13. RAMONA NECKLACE from Jo Barnes £150 14. CAMELLIA PURSE from Rachel Simpson £60 15. SYCAMORE HEADBAND from HT Headwear £185 16. MAYA FAN COMB from Emmy London £185 17. PARISIAN PEARL HEADBAND from Katie Elizabeth of London £150 18. BLOSSOM COMB from Freya Rose £115 19. AMARA SHOES from Rachel Simpson £145
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Elegant belt
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Gold hair comb
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Golden heels
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Dreamy invitation
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A magical dress
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Country barn invite LUCYLEDGER.COM This rustic invitation is oh-so pretty. We love! £POA
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Wow-factor cake
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Floral circlet
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Sweetie bags
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Heavenly head band FLOANDPERCY.COM This gorgeous Cordelia headband is ideal for this theme. £125
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Somet hing blue We adore this shoot, put together by an array of amazing suppliers, set in the stunning spa at Horspool Luxury Retreat. Mixing glamorous, high end details with blue hues in the flowers, stationery and macaroons,
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it’s a truly wow factor moodboard of inspiration! We especially love the light up love letters – perfect for photos in the evening of your wedding, and you can use the image on your thank you cards, too!
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A PRETTY WEST COUNTRY WEDDING
A MELIA & M A RK A quintessentially English day with pastel hues throughout. Bride Amelia reveals all... How did Mark propose?
“New Year’s Eve! Lots of our family and friends who we were celebrating New Year with us in our local pub in North curry were there. We went
outside into the village square and all counted down. After New Year had struck, all our family and friends had made a circle around us. With that, Mark started
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speaking and got down on one knee. It was amazing! My dad had quickly acquired a bottle of bubbly, which was then toasted after my obvious acceptance.”
What dress did you wear? “I chose a Mori Lee dress from Champagne & Strawberries in Taunton.”
And the accessories?
“I chose a full-length tulle veil with Ivory edging, which I also ordered from Champagne & Strawberries. I had a gypsophila headdress made by my florist Michelle from Bloomin Lovely, which was so beautiful.”
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THE DETAILS Date: 30th May 2015 Wedding venue: Marquee at Amelia’s parents’ house Photographer: Ali Paul Photography
Amelia’s dress: Mori Lee Mark’s attire: Hired suits from Anne Harding, Bristol Bridesmaid dresses: Next Hair accessories: Flower headdress by Bloomin Lovely
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What did Mark wear?
“Suits were hired from Anne Harding in Bristol. They were blue with paler vintage-style waistcoats. The boys had pocket watches as their presents, which finished the outfits off brilliantly.”
How did you feel when you saw him up the aisle?
Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?
“My sister Charlotte and my friend Sophie. Their dresses were from Next and their shoes were from Bridezilla in Bristol.”
What was your theme?
“Vintage garden party. I chose mainly pink and taupe tones. I love “Complete joy! The man vintage shabby chic I love was stood waiting to marry me. I felt like the decor and used pieces luckiest girl in the world.” of my own furniture to
decorate the marquee. I enjoy doing crafts, so made and collected a lot of the items I used. I absolutely loved dressing the marquee.”
What was the highlight of your day?
“During our afternoon tea I just sat down and took everything in, watching all of our family and friends chatting, eating and drinking together. I thought to
myself how amazing it was that they had come together to celebrate with Mark and I.”
What was your best buy? “My wedding stamp from stampdirect.com. I made all the wedding stationery with it!”
What’s your saving tip?
“Make sure you buy a glue gun! You can accomplish anything with one and save £££s!”
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A BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR WEDDING
DA NIELLE & ROBIN A ceremony by a waterfall, with pretty vintage touches. Bride Danielle tells her story How did Robin propose? What dress did you wear? “In the desert outside Dubai, in the Empty Quarter. He got down on one knee after we’d walked to the top of a sand dune before sunset.”
“My dress was by Justin Alexander. I had bought another one six months before the wedding, but when I went for the final fitting three weeks
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before the big day, the shop had accidently sold it to someone else! Luckily I found this one – and it was better than the original.”
And the accessories?
“Laura Payne Millinery made my real flower crown and did a wonderful job. The
jewellery I wore all had sentimental value. A pearl bracelet my mum gave me; a pair of pearl earrings my grandmother gave me, and Robin gave me a diamond necklace as a wedding present. My favourite accessory was a platinum, diamond and sapphire ring that my mother-in-law lent
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THE DETAILS Date: 23rd August 2014 Venue: Hestercombe Gardens Photographer: Simon Biffen
Danielle’s dress: Justin Alexander Robin’s attire: Ted Baker Jewellery: Family heirlooms Hair accessories: Laura Payne Millinery Venue styling: Verdigris Venue Dressing Stationery: Vicky Bentham-Green Illustrations Crockery: Eclectic Bliss
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me that had belonged to Robin’s grandmother.”
What was your theme?
“Bringing nature into our day became a theme. We found Hestercombe and loved the gardens, especially the waterfall. Verdigris Venue Dressing “My three best friends – Jenny, Beccy and Louise. did the larger decorations, adding drapes to the I bought material and beading and a lovely lady hall with fairylights and made the dresses for us.” hanging grass balls with fuchsia garlands to bring the outside in. Our stationery was by “Ted Baker grey tails, Vicky Bentham-Green brown brogues, a Illustrations and Eclectic waistcoat and cravat.”
Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?
What did Robin wear?
Bliss provided beautiful vintage crockery.”
What was the highlight of your day?
Simon really captured the emotions of the day. The photos also allowed us to enjoy things we didn’t see, like people playing croquet or dance moves in the evening!”
“The whole experience really was greater than the sum of its parts. Saying ‘I do’ by “We rented potted plants the waterfall with our from a local nursery. We friends and families was definitely fairytale-esque.” had to pay a small rental fee, and then returned all the plants two days later. “Our photographer. The In total all our flowers day went so quickly but cost us around £40.”
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A WEDDING BY THE SEA
JESS & TOM This beautiful beachside day was perfect for our surf-loving couple. Jess tells all... How did Tom propose? “It was the day before my 30th birthday. Tom woke me up saying he was going to cook me whatever breakfast I wanted and that I had
to wait upstairs while he was cooking. This was unusual, but I thought it was deserved as it was my birthday weekend! Tom came upstairs and asked me to close my
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eyes, then guided me downstairs into the living room. He then asked me to open my eyes, and in front of me was a beautiful brand new surfboard! On it Tom had written ‘Happy 30th Birthday Jess. P.S...’ Then he turned the surfboard around and it said ‘Will you marry me?’ Tom then
held out the ring and a bottle of champagne! That night we celebrated my 30th and our engagement with all of our friends.”
What dress did you wear? “It was a beautiful backless lace dress by Amanda Garrett, bought from Luella’s Boudoir.”
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THE DETAILS Date: 26th June 2015 Wedding venue: Eddy’s Cafe at Llangennith Caravan Park, Gower Photographer: Karl Baker Photography
Jess’ dress: Amanda Garrett Tom’s attire: Topman Jewellery: Rhossili Gallery Shoes: New Look Flowers: Blue Orchid Cake: Made by Tom’s sister, Zara
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And the accessories?
nervous and a little tipsy after some champagne “I wore turquoise the girls and I had drunk earrings and a necklace from Rhossili Gallery, and when getting ready!” a bracelet that my maid of honour made for me.”
What did Tom wear?
“Beige chinos and a blue shirt from Topman, a cream bow tie and grey waistcoat.”
How did you feel when you saw him up the aisle? “I felt very excited,
Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?
“All the bridesmaids chose their own dresses from a variety of shops, the only criteria was for them to be cream and to be short or knee length. They were my maid of honour Kate and my
friends Rachel, Jenny, Sarah and Sali.”
What was your theme?
“A surf/beach wedding theme and the colour scheme was turquoise and cream. I used Pinterest a lot to help with ideas and all my friends helped to make lots of various things for the wedding.”
What’s your saving tip?
“To make as many things
as possible to lower the costs, such as wedding invites, seating plans, place names etc.”
What was the highlight of your day?
“I thought the worst bit was going to be the ceremony as all eyes would be on us, but it was one of the best parts of the day as it was really special and meaningful. I loved the speeches too, they were all amazing!”
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A LUXURIOUS DAY IN BUCKINGHAMSHIRE
R ACHEL & ROB A traditional wedding in chic neutral hues. Real bride Rachel reveals all... How did Rob propose?
“It was the weekend before Christmas 2012, and Rob and I had just moved into our new house the previous week. That Saturday morning it was cold and raining, and I wasn’t very happy when Rob’s alarm went off at 6:30am! A taxi arrived and whisked us off to St Pancras station where we boarded the Eurostar to Paris, much to my amazement! After 76 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ O C T O B E R 2 0 1 5
a day sightseeing and a wonderful dinner, we arrived back at the hotel, at which point Rob stopped by a beautiful fountain and proposed!”
What dress did you wear?
elegant lines and simple design, as well as the luxurious feel of the lace. It also went perfectly with my veil, which my Grandmother had leant me to wear on the day.”
And the accessories?
“I wore a dress by “I wore a pair of peep Augusta Jones. When I saw it I fell in love with its toe shoes from Rachel
Simpson, along with some pretty rhinestone earrings and small pearl hairgrips from notonthehighstreet.com.”
What did Rob wear?
“Rob had a morning suit made at Gieves & Hawkes on Savile Row, a doublebreasted waistcoat
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THE DETAILS Date: 17th May 2014 Venue: Hedsor House, Buckinghamshire Photographer: Mike Garrard
Rachel’s dress: Augusta Jones Rob’s attire: Gieves & Hawkes, Favourbrook and M&S Bridesmaid dresses: Maids to Measure Shoes: Rachel Simpson Jewellery: notonthehighstreet.com Band: iPop
made to measure from Favourbrook and a tie from M&S.”
and blessed all at the same time.”
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Who were your bridesmaids and where How did you feel when you saw him up the aisle? were their dresses from? What was your theme?
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“Our venue, Hedsor House, was so beautiful that we tried to create a feeling of timeless
elegance throughout the day. Everything from the invitations to decorations were neutral, pastel shades to mirror the decor of the house.”
What was the highlight of your day? “I think the highlight
was in the evening with everyone having a great time, and we were surrounded by family and friends on the dancefloor.”
What was your best buy? “The cake. I’d found my dream cake on Pinterest;
a 4-tier lace style. I found a local wedding cake business close to the venue who replicated it.”
What’s your saving tip? “Have a clear idea of what’s important to you, prioritise it in your budget, and stick to it!”
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We take a look at the biggest trends set to take over the wedding world next year...
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here have been some exciting new wedding trends emerging recently that are sure to be huge in 2016! Make sure you’re one step ahead by reading this fabulous feature by Helen Howells of top UK wedding blog; The Wedding Bazaar…
Over to you, Helen! One of the reasons I love fashion and style is because it’s constantly changing and evolving, as the world around us evolves. I know some of my fellow wedding bloggers cringe when they hear the word ‘trends’ when talking about weddings. Instead they tend to focus on a couple’s love for
each other and how they had a fun-filled day spent with their nearest and dearest in a venue adorned with decorations reflecting their own loves and personal tastes. Sentiments with which I whole-heartedly agree. However, I’ve got a confession to make… I’m a die hard interiors fan, which means that keeping on top of trends
is something I do without even thinking about it! I can’t wait for the latest glossy fashion magazine to hit the newsstand and I adore spying the colours and shapes the high street has to offer up as the seasons emerge. With this in mind, I’ve divided up my wedding trend forecasts for 2016 into three categories. Let’s see if I’m right!
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Bold and bright Pastels have pretty much paved the way for the past few years in the wedding world and I for one am ready to see some bold and bright weddings start to take centre stage. I’m lusting after edgy palettes of hot pinks accompanied by fluro oranges, contrasting with crisp whites. This style will most definitely make your wedding day stand out and have your guests chattering about your bridal theme for all the right reasons! Wild flowers Go big or go home when it
comes to wedding blooms, and brides have most certainly been doing that with lush asymmetrical bouquets tied together with silk ribbons. While I adore the likes of peonies paired with roses, the emerging trend of pairing more traditional blooms like roses and ranunculus, with orientals and exotic varieties
such as proteas and orchids is really getting my juices flowing. With an increased presence of ferns and palm leaves in fashion prints, it wouldn’t surprise me if brides-to-be start to ask for these botanic beauties to be included in their bouquets, too! The perfect way to add volume to your blooms.
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Copper details Copper is pretty much everywhere right now in the interiors world. If you’re looking for a subtle nod to this trend, try incorporating copper cutlery into your table scape accompanied with copper foil invites for a truly luxe feel. Copper works so well with blue hues especially, or black for an Art Deco vibe.
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Location, location! In terms of finding the perfect venue, couples are expanding their horizons and continually seeking to look outside the box. Industrial spaces with creative lighting solutions and bohemian romance on the beach are the kind of weddings that are starting to fill my inbox, and I love it! With sleek and stylish wedding directories such as Coco Wedding Venues and The Venue Report making it easy for newly-engaged couples to access jaw-dropping locations all in one place, I think the trend for diverse venues isn’t going to go anywhere in 2016.
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BRIDAL FASHION Structured and sleek Modern column and formfitting gowns with deep V-backs are everywhere right now. Brides are opting for sleek dresses as opposed to high-volume silhouettes, which lends itself to a more youthful, polished and effortlessly glamorous bridal look. Boho 70s vibes Indigo blue hues, textured
surfaces, mixed patterns, and rich tapestries – a marvellous collection of ideas and trends. Another wedding fashion hit for 2016 will be soft ethereal boho gowns. Think blouson sleeves, off-the-shoulder dresses and stylish separates for free-spirited romance. Trains and capes Today’s brides are often looking to switch up their look throughout the day or from day to night. Trains and capes are not only fashion
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forward but perfect for this. At London Bridal Fashion week the talented Ritva Westenius unveiled her latest bridal cape, which was modelled around an original antique. The effect was just breathtaking. The garment moved with such a fluid grace, it looked far more elegant than a veil ever could. Mix and match maids This is most definitely not a new trend but it’s one I never want to see disappear! Each
and every one of your friends/bridesmaids will be unique in their shape, style and colouring, so why would you put them all in the same dress and make them look like a cookie cutter version of each other? Let your girls put their own unique stamp on their bridesmaid look and tie them together with complementing blousy wedding bouquets. This way you know they’ll look and feel fabulous!
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Local and organic Not quite content with organic fruit and vegetables, an increasing number of couples are making a point of sourcing local ingredients as well as being conscious of fair trade. Many couples are considering the season and the setting when musing over what to serve their nearest and dearest for the wedding breakfast. I think 2016 will see more wedding caterers creating unique seasonal menus utilising local produce to really tickle those taste buds! Larder boards of fresh cheese, figs and chutneys will be very popular, particularly in the autumn months, and guests will be able to eat to their heart’s content at the table. In conclusion... So there you have it, my trend predictions for the wedding world in 2016. Hands up who is already head over heels in love with at least one of them?! If you’re feeling determined to set your very own trend then
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Manning up I think more and more grooms are taking an active role when it comes to choosing the wedding menu and canapés. It looks like 2016 will be the year oyster bars and whiskey sours pave their way into many weddings, offering a unique twist on tradition. If you and your husband-to-be share a passion for food, why not set up a dedicated space for guests to indulge and help themselves? It makes an excellent space for them to hangout together and mingle.
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my advice would be to look outside of the wedding arena. That window shop display you love, the gilded ceiling in your local theatre – let these things you love inspire you to create a style you really adore. Good luck and enjoy!
With thanks Thank you to the lovely Helen Howells of The Wedding Bazaar for her insight into top trends for 2016. Check out her blog now for amazing real weddings, planning advice and quirky ideas, the-wedding-bazaar.com.
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moonstone, which are representative of love and passion. These rich tones work perfectly for autumn and winter seasons, but can be tailored into a rustic, bohemian and even beach wedding theme.
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