Love Our Wedding - September 2017

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ISSUE 27 • SEPTEMBER 2017

Dress to impress FLAWLESS NEW FROCKS FOR YOU & YOUR BRIDESMAIDS

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MUCH MORE

Photo finish EXPERTS REVEAL THE BEST WAYS TO POSE FOR PHOTOS

Justin Alexander

THE SIGNATURE STYLES YOU’LL FALL IN LOVE WITH

Curvy couture HOT PLUS-SIZE GOWNS FOR FULLER FIGURES

FIND MY VENUE! WE DISCOVER THE UK’S BEST COUNTRY HOUSE VENUES, P115

Cute

couples 12 PAGES OF BEAUTIFUL REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS

HOW TO DE-STRESS BEFORE THE BIG DAY KEEP THOSE NERVES UNDER CONTROL WITH OUR TOP TIPS

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Amore

The new 2018 Modeca Collection is now available in a Modeca store near you. www.modeca.com Store Locator

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Bristol

The new 2018 Le Papillon by Modeca Collection is now available in a Modeca store near you. www.modeca.com Store Locator

“Designer look for less�

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“Designer look for less�

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HOW TO DE-STRESS BEFORE THE WEDDING Top tips to ensure your planning goes smoothly

LOV E OUR

DIARY DATES Great wedding shows you must attend

Contact us EDITOR Jade Pepperell jade@loveourweddingmag.com ART DIRECTOR Andy Allen andy@loveourweddingmag.com

Contents

SEPTEMBER 2017

ISSUE 27 • SEPTEMBER 2017

Dress to impress

Curvy couture

FLAWLESS NEW FROCKS FOR YOU & YOUR BRIDESMAIDS

FIND MY VENUE! WE DISCOVER THE UK’S BEST COUNTRY HOUSE VENUES, P117

MUCH MORE

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Photo finish

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Justin Alexander

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SALES EXECUTIVE Pippa Florijn pippa@loveourweddingmag.com Mobile: 07725 539115

HOT PLUS-SIZE GOWNS FOR FULLER FIGURES

• STATIONERY S • DECOR • SHOE • JEWELLERY • CAKES &

KNOW YOUR NECKLINES From bateau to halterneck, we check out the hottest bridal designs

SALES EXECUTIVE Martha Cooke martha@loveourweddingmag.com Mobile: 07877 449122

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Cute

couples

EXPERTS REVEAL THE BEST WAYS TO POSE FOR PHOTOS

12 PAGES OF BEAUTIFUL REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS

HOW TO DE-STRESS BEFORE THE BIG DAY KEEP THOSE NERVES UNDER CONTROL WITH OUR TOP TIPS

THE SIGNATURE STYLES YOU’LL FALL IN LOVE WITH

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COLOURED COUTURE Fed up of ivory gowns?

Check out these gorgeous coloured dresses

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LIGHTER THAN AIR Lightweight dresses for your girls

FLORAL FEET Follow your floral trend through to your footwear

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PEARLY QUEEN Timeless jewellery you can wear again and again

123 HOW TO POSE FOR YOUR PHOTOS Expert advice on how to get great photographs

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COUNTRY HOUSE WEDDING VENUES We search the UK for the best rural venues

E XCLUSIVE F E AT U R E S 29

MEET OUR COVER STAR – JUSTIN ALEXANDER

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THE BEAUTIFUL KENNETH WINSTON COLLECTION

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THE NEW RONALD JOYCE COLLECTION

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DISCOVER BRAND NEW LABEL, MILLIE MAY

CONTRIBUTORS Donna Berridge, Sophie Grabham, Izzy Hicks @LoveOurWedMag

88 SLIMMING SENSATIONS Scrummy dishes you can eat totally guilt-free!

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ONLINE EDITOR Carrie Marsden carrie@loveourweddingmag.com

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GORGEOUS CURVES Pretty plus-size bridal gowns

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CUTE COUPLES Three real-life pairs reveal all

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e’ll soon be entering one of the prettiest seasons of the year, autumn. And as we say goodbye to many brides who have wed over the peak summer season, we say hello to lots of new brides who have recently got engaged. Congratulations!

This issue we have some great features including our venue special, looking at the best country house venues around the UK (page 115). We also have dress necklines to suit all brides (page 17), pretty plus-size designs (page 76) and top tips for posing for your wedding photos (page 123).

My favourite feature this issue is ‘how to de-stress before the big day’ (page 127). Some great tips in there to ensure you have a smooth run up to your day. Wedding JADE PEPPERELL planning should be fun, after all!

Editor

My favourite picks this month!

1. I wear this Rose Gold

Monsoon perfume most days, a lovely bridal scent!

2. Congrats to Eternity Bridal who are celebrating their 20th anniversary soon.

I love this dress Style D5225 3. This lacy Nealto shoe from Christian Louboutin is absolutely divine 4. I’ll definitely be trying the Slimming World recipes this month, especially the dessert 5. This Bouquet thank you card by With Love Wedding Stationery is so cute

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RONALD JOYCE

Know your necklines

ENCHANTING BY MON CHERI

BERTA BRIDAL

MICHAL MEDINA JASMINE BRIDAL

Brides have become more daring of late with super-low V-necklines that show off the cleavage.

Sultry, modern and elegant, these offer the perfect balance of sexy and classy.

KENNETH WINSTON

Deep V-neck

ENGLISH ROSE

DAVID TUTERA FOR MON CHERI

WHITE ROSE BRIDAL

Sweetheart

The most classic neckline of all will enhance your bust and give a super-feminine shape. Always a favourite with brides and there are lots of styles on the market.

JUSTIN ALEXANDER

CAROLINE CASTIGLIANO

CHLOE BRIDALS

ROMANTICA OF DEVON

IVORY & CO

ALLURE BRIDALS

Choose a neckline to suit your personal style and wedding theme

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SPECIAL DAY

High Neck

SO SASSI

CASABLANCA BRIDAL

ANGEL BRIDE

KENNETH WINSTON

CHLOE BRIDALS

Channel your inner Audrey Hepburn! A sophisticated neckline for brides that want to go for a classic wedding look.

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OPULENCE BRIDAL

DONNA SALADO

CABOTINE

SASSI HOLFORD

BADGLEY MISCHKA

ELLA ROSA

RICHARD DESIGNS

LE PAPILLON BY MODECA

Illusion

Illusion necklines are so pretty, creating illusions of tattooed lace, floral motifs, dotted crystals and more.

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Pearl

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ENCHANTING BY MON CHERI

CHERRY WILLIAMS

Off-the-shoulder

If you prefer a round neckline, these scoop designs are perfect for you. Simple and elegant.

The newest and hottest trend in bridal necklines right now is off-the-shoulder. A past-time hit with brides has made a massive comeback this year, thanks to its sophisticated style.

ROMANTICA OF DEVON ENGLISH ROSE

MARK LESLEY

ELLIS BRIDALS

RICHARD DESIGNS

PHOENIX GOWNS

LOUISE BENTLEY

SOPHIA TOLLI

Scoop

CASABLANCA BRIDAL

BERTA BRIDAL

ETERNITY BRIDE

ALLURE BRIDALS

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ENCHANTING BY MON CHERI

SWEETHEART GOWNS

ELLA ROSA

ANNA GEORGINA

RONALD JOYCE

Straps

Spaghetti straps are a great way of adding a little bit of support without distracting from the dress. Dainty, delicate and effortlessly chic.

ELBETH GILLIS

Square

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CAROLINE CASTIGLIANO

ALLURE BRIDALS

PALOMA BLANCA

SOPHIA TOLLI

GRACE PHILIPS

OLIVIA GRACE

ENZOANI

ANNA GEORGINA

A more vintage-style neckline is the square. Creating a structured look, these gowns will give you lots of support.

INFO@CABOTINE.ES WWW.CABOTINE.CO.UK

RONALD JOYCE

LOVE THE DRESS

Bateau

HOUSE OF MOOSHKI

Halterneck

Keep your style covered up with a high bateau neckline. The sleek cut across the collarbone creates a strong, fitted silhouette.

This signature summer style is perfect for helping brides keep cool, whilst still adding support to the bust.

LILLIAN WEST

ANNA GEORGINA

PRONOVIAS

ESSENSE OF AUSTRALIA

SPECIAL DAY

ROMANTICA OF DEVON

ANGEL BRIDE

LE PAPILLON BY MODECA JUSTIN ALEXANDER

JUSTIN ALEXANDER

PURE BRIDAL

CATHERINE PARRY

SINCERITY BRIDAL

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jasignature.com

LOVE THE LABEL

Exclusive interview with...

Justin Alexander

TELL US ABOUT YOUR BRANDS? Justin Alexander is a bridal designer of five labels: Justin Alexander, Justin Alexander Signature, Lillian West, Sincerity Bridal and Sweetheart Gowns.

The collections range in design style from timeless elegance to boho chic, and in price point, providing Justin Alexander Signature a range of beautiful options is perfect for the bride for every bride. who wants to turn heads on her wedding day. The WHAT MAKES JUSTIN dresses have intricate and ALEXANDER SIGNATURE unique detailing and are SO UNIQUE? designed to accentuate a Justin Alexander Signature woman’s shape. gowns are inspired by art.

In many of the beaded WHAT ADVICE WOULD styles you can see the YOU GIVE A BRIDE smooth lines, plants and WHO IS STARTING HER flowers inspired by the DRESS SEARCH? Art Nouveau movement.

Start looking at designers’ Not to mention that websites and social media the craftsmanship is to get an idea of the impeccable. silhouettes and detailing you like. But when you WHY SHOULD BRIDES get to the stockist, be open CHOOSE JUSTIN about what you try on. You ALEXANDER? may unexpectedly fall in

With five incredible labels to love, we chat with Justin Alexander about their Signature collection

seaming and detailing that provide that breath-taking wedding look.

To see the Justin Alexander Signature collection in full, visit jasignature.com.

love with a style that you never thought you’d like!

WHAT ARE YOUR BEST-SELLING GOWNS AND WHY? This season was all about intricate, opulent beading.

We love our brides to shine when they’re walking down the aisle!

WHAT CAN WE EXPECT NEXT FROM JUSTIN ALEXANDER? Staying true to the trends of today’s modern bride, we’re starting to introduce a few clean styles with modern

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Kenneth Wi nston The Ella Rosa Collection E L L A R O S A B R I D A L . C O M

L OV E T H E C O L L E C T I O N

KENNETH WINSTON

Take your wedding look to the next level with an outstanding Kenneth Winston gown

STYLE 1750 A BEAUTIFULLYEMBROIDERED GOWN WITH A CHIC SWEETHEART NECKLINE AND TULLE OVERLAY

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STYLE 1747 OPT FOR FLATTERING FIT-AND-FLARE WITH THIS SHAPE-HUGGING GOWN. WE LOVE THE TULLE-LAYERED MERMAID SKIRT

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STYLE 1729 WE CAN PRETTY MUCH GUARANTEE THAT THERE WON’T BE A DRY EYE IN THE HOUSE WHEN YOU GLIDE DOWN THE AISLE IN THIS ABSOLUTE STUNNER!

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STYLE 1738 LOOK PERFECT AT EVERY ANGLE WITH THIS SUMPTUOUS DRESS. THE TRAIN IS INCREDIBLE!

STYLE 1744 THIS INTRICATELY BEADED GOWN IS FINISHED WITH A UNIQUE NECKLINE THAT’S SURE TO BE A HIT WITH BRIDES

STYLE 274 A GORGEOUS A-LINE DRESS WITH HIDDEN POCKETS AND A SPARKLING DETAIL ON THE NECKLINE

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STYLE 1755 THIS GOWN HAS SENT OUR STYLE RADAR INTO OVERDRIVE! A SUPER-COOL NECKLINE & BLUSH HUE MAKE IT ONE SERIOUSLY HOT NUMBER

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STYLE 1753 ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL BACK, THIS TIME WITH A TULLE TRAIN AND DELICATE CRISSCROSS STRAPS

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For more information contact Elizabeth Morton at uksales@wendymakin.co.uk or phone 07771 542042 www.wendymakin.com PREMIUM STOCKISTS Emma Louise Designs Sunningdale, Ascot 01344 882445 The Dressing Rooms Halesowen, Birmingham 0121 423 2777 Shade Bridal West Bridgford, Nottingham 0115 982 2820

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Fashion Focus...

ELIZA

JACKIE

Wendy Makin Get a graceful look for your special day courtesy of this brilliant designer...

D

oes the idea of big tulle skirts, bright prints and cut-away bodices make you want to run and hide? Well fear not, there are plenty of gorgeous collections out there that cater for a more simplistic style, and one of the finest creators is Wendy Makin.

The Australian designer is the absolute master of

creating simple, yet elegant dresses that don’t need to be loud and proud to make a statement. Subtly flattering your shape whilst keeping the colours neutral and lines clean, the dresses will give you a flawless look that will stand the test of time. We adore Eliza (top, right) and her breath taking off-theshoulder neckline. Swoon!

See wendymakin.com.

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KIARA

SONYA

SAMARA

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SPECIALDAY

www.specialday-ireland.com

P H I L C O L L I N S B R I DA L WWW.P HI L COL L I NS B R I DAL.CO .UK

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STYLE 9401 HIBISCUS CLOVER

FORSYTHIA

FA I RY TA L E D E S I G N S F RO M

CASABL ANCA

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Charm your groom and guests in these super-feminine dresses

hen an entire bridal collection is named after different flowers, you can be sure it’s going to be pretty!

And the new gowns from Casablanca Bridal are exactly that. Fitted for comfort and style, these dresses will give you the support and confidence you need to glide down the aisle on your big day. Our

favourite dress has to be Dahlia (far right).

With a beautiful V-neckline finished with crystal-encrusted shoulders and a wowfactor waistline, it’s a complete knockout!

And can we also mention that shoulder train?! Just stunning! Find stockists of this beautiful gown and all the other showstoppers in the new collection today at casablancabridal.com.

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POPPY

DAHLIA

WISTERIA

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69262

L OV E T H E C O L L E C T I O N

R O N A LD J OYCE Go for all-out glamour with the luxurious new collection from Ronald Joyce

STYLE 69269 HOW BEAUTIFUL ARE THE DRAPED CUFFS ON THIS SLEEVED DESIGN? SO GRACEFUL

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STYLE 69226 THE DESIGN BEHIND THIS STUNNING GOWN IS EXCEPTIONAL – THE DETAILED SHOULDERS ARE HELD IN PLACE BY THE ILLUSION NECKLINE. CAN YOU SEE IT?

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STYLE 69262 GET OFF-THESHOULDER CHIC WITH THIS DREAMY DRESS, COMPLETE WITH A PRINCESS FULL SKIRT

STYLE 216 WANT A TRADITIONAL DESIGN WITH A UNIQUE TWIST? TRY THIS STUNNER WITH AN ILLUSION NECKLINE FINISHED WITH ENCRUSTED CRYSTALS

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STYLE 69275 HOW ULTRA-GLAM IS THIS GOWN? WE ADORE THE FITTED SATIN HUGGING THE CURVES, FINISHED WITH A CRYSTALLISED SWEETHEART NECKLINE

STYLE 69256 SO SIMPLE, SO ELEGANT. THIS PRETTY BEAD-EMBELLISHED DRESS WITH SPAGHETTI STRAPS AND A MERMAID TULLE SKIRT IS OUR FAVOURITE IN THE COLLECTION

STYLE 274 A GORGEOUS A-LINE STYLE 69261 DRESS WITH HIDDEN ANOTHER POCKETS AND A CLEVER ILLUSION SPARKLING DETAIL NECKLINE GIVES ON THE NECKLINE THIS GORGEOUS V-NECK DRESS ADDED SUPPORT

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STYLE 69274 OFFERING A LOW-V NECKLINE BUT WITH A LITTLE COVERAGE, THIS GOWN IS A REAL HEAD TURNER

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0208 368 1500 • www.whiterosebridal.com

www.catherineparrybridal.com Visit the website to view the full collection and to find your nearest stockist.

Socialise with us on twitter @CParryBridal or at facebook.com/catherineparrybridal

Splashes of COLOUR

MARTINA LIANA

CHARLOTTE BALBIER

CALLISTA

NURIT HEN

MORILEE

ALLURE WOMEN

LADYBIRD JANE VICTORIA

BERTA BRIDAL

Whether you want a subtle blush shade or full-blown colour, these charming gowns will cater for you...

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MODECA

ESSENSE OF AUSTRALIA

STELLA YORK

HOUSE OF MOOSHKI

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ELIZA JANE HOWELL

IVORY & CO

MARTINA LIANA

MORILEE

ESSENSE OF AUSTRALIA

LISA DONETTI

STELLA YORK

BLUE BY ENZOANI

RONALD JOYCE

KATYA KATYA SHEHURINA

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BEAUTIFUL BY ENZOANI

DAVID TUTERA FOR MON CHERI

JUSTIN ALEXANDER

VICTORIA JANE FOR RONALD JOYCE

ELIZA JANE HOWELL

MORILEE

ALLURE BRIDALS

MARTINA LIANA

KATYA KATYA SHEHURINA

PHOENIX GOWNS

LOVE THE DRESS

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OPULENCE W W W. O P U L E NCE BRI DAL . C O . UK

sinceritybridal.com

STYLE BT18-29

STYLE BT18-02

STYLE BT18-05

Fashion Focus...

Beautiful

by Enzoani This month sees the launch of a, Beautiful, new bridal collection!

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ne of the most sought-after collections this year has been Beautiful by Enzoani, so we wondered how they could possibly top it with the 2018 designs. Well, they’ve certainly done it!

Introducing a number of new features including cool capes and jackets to mix up your look, bright floral prints and Pippa Middleton-style necklines, this collection is hot on the latest trends in bridal. See them now at enzoani.com.

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STYLE BT18-04

STYLE BT18-08

STYLE BT18-08 & BT18-31JK STYLE BT18-10

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STYLE BT18-01 & BT18-32ID

BRIDESMAIDS 0208 368 1500 • www.angelbbride.co.uk

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New label alert!

Millie May Get an exclusive look at this brand new British label

M

illie May Bridal is the fantastic new label from Direct Eastern Group, launching this month.

These gorgeous gowns offer a budget alternative to the other Direct Eastern Group collections. Despite the purse-friendly price tags,

there is no compromise on fabric or workmanship – you will be amazed at the quality and value of this collection! Our pick of the bunch is style MM31 (left) with her nude bodice and illusion neckline. Check out the brand new styles at milliemaybridal.co.uk today.

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Flagship stockists BOA BOUTIQUE

RICHMOND 0208 948 2340

YOUR WEDDING SHOP

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DRESS IN LOVE

HERTFORD

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THE WHITE COLLECTION

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ROTHERHAM

GLASGOW

www.ivoryandcobridal.co.uk

IRELAND

BOLTON

01204 652035

07966 152860

0141 429 4162 041 980 1740

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DOWNLOAD THE NEW APP! Now you can create your very own Mooshki dress

House of

MOOSHKI Amazing new dresses and a supercool app to boot! There’s never been a better time to choose Mooshki

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ast issue we announced our excitement at the fabulous new House of Mooshki collection, and this month we’ve got even more exciting news! The Mooshki team are launching a brilliant app this month that allows brides to design their very own dream Mooshki dress, using the wonderful

filter tool. If you download the brand new app, you will get an exclusive sneak peek at each new dress in the latest collection, too, days before its official release! Keep an eye on all the House of Mooshki social media platforms and on their website for previews. To find out more information, pop over to houseofmooshki.com.

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www.lqdesigns.com

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SARAH

Fashion Focus...

Elbeth Gillis The stunning new Mystique Collection has us in a spin...

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ove Our Wedding readers will be familiar with the couture designs from Elbeth Gillis by now (we bang on about how amazing they are enough!), so you will be thrilled to hear that the new Mystique Collection

for 2018 has landed! The 13-gown collection is lavish, mysterious and very romantic. Filled with nudelook laces and an assortment of intricate designs and floral patterns, these dresses will capture the hearts of brides all over the UK! See elbethgillis.com.

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CELIA

GARDENIA

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PHOENIX GOWNS

MAGGIE SOTTERO XXXXXXXXX WHITE ROSE CALLISTA

MORILEE

We Love Curves!

Treat your figure to one of these tailor-made styles

ALLURE BRIDALS

ANGEL CURVES

WHITE ROSE CALLISTA

PHOENIX GOWNS

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PHOENIX GOWNS WHITE ROSE

CALLISTA

ALLURE BRIDALS

MAGGIE SOTTERO

WHITE ROSE

ANGEL CURVES

MORILEE

MICHELLE BRIDAL

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ORION

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Fashion Focus...

Callista

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uller-figured brides will be ecstatic to see the latest collection from Callista – not only is it full of the most beautiful gowns that feature all the latest must-haves in bridal fashion right now, but every single gown is designed to hug your shape, treating your curves to support and ultimate comfort. We can’t get enough of these chic styles, particularly Carmel (below, middle), with her oh-so pretty floral print!

Pick your favourite today at callistabride.com.

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IN ONE CLOTHING ANGEL BRIDESMAIDS CHRISTINA WU KENNETH WINSTON

WTOO BY WATTERS

KELSEY ROSE

KATYA KATYA SHEHURINA ROMANTICA OF DEVON

JENNY YOO

Glide down the aisle Choose lightweight gowns for a cool, elegant look for your bridesmaids

DESSY

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JENNY YOO

MAIDS TO MEASURE ALLURE BRIDALS

DESSY

RONALD JOYCE

CHRISTINA WU

RICHARD DESIGNS ANGEL BRIDESMAIDS

JENNY YOO

ANGEL BRIDESMAIDS

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KENNETH WINSTON

ALLURE BRIDALS

MORILEE

ROMANTICA OF DEVON

JASMINE BRIDAL

JENNY YOO PHIL COLLINS BRIDESMAIDS

ROMANTICA OF DEVON SPECIAL DAY CHRISTINA WU

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METHOD Cook the linguine according to the packet instructions, then drain and tip it back into the saucepan. Meanwhile, spray a non-stick frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and place over a medium-high heat.

Add the garlic, most of the chillies and most of the spring onions and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and fry for 2-3 minutes then stir in the prawns and fry for another 2-3 minutes or until the prawns are cooked through. Stir the tomatoes, prawns and rocket into the linguine and divide between bowls. Season to taste, scatter over the remaining chilli and spring onions and serve hot.

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METHOD Put the onion, squash, garlic and stock into a saucepan and season to taste. Bring to the boil over a high heat, then turn the heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes. Blend until smooth using a stick blender or food processor and ladle the soup into bowls. Thin down the quark with a little water and add a swirl to each bowl, then grind over a little black pepper and sprinkle the thyme and chilli to serve.

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pod and any seeds left in the sieve.

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Cat & Ben

A BE ACHSIDE W ED D IN G IN H AWA II

A dreamy day with a rustic beach theme. Real bride Cat shares her wedding story with us...

How did Ben propose?

“On 8th August 2015, Ben took me on a hot air balloon ride in Sedona, Arizona, for sunrise. He had coordinated with the pilot and

could not have dreamed of a more romantic way for us to start our long engagement.”

What dress did you wear?

“I purchased my dress from even warned some of the Lillian Lottie Boutique in passengers so they could Scottsdale, Arizona. It was help capture the moment. As a big Allure Bridals dress we were floating high above that had a low back and the red rocks, Ben got down long train. Only two months on one knee and proposed. I before the wedding, I

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decided I was in love with another Allure dress (Style 2709). I was so fortunate that the boutique was so accommodating, they made it their mission to find me the dress I loved and even swapped it out free of charge and it was ready within a month! I’m so happy I made the switch, the dress was absolutely perfect!”

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The Details DATE: 28th April 2017 VENUE: Olowalu Plantation House, Maui, Hawaii PHOTOGRAPHER: Chris J Evans

CAT’S DRESS: Allure Bridals BEN’S ATTIRE: Bar III, Cole Haan & Hugo Boss BRIDESMAID DRESSES: White by Vera Wang

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What did Ben wear?

“Ben wore a baby blue Bar III suit with a polka dot navy blue bow tie. He also wore Cole Haan shoes, a Hugo Boss shirt, and a Skagen watch.”

How did you feel when you saw him up the aisle?

“Ben and I actually had our first look in a palm tree grove at Olowalu Plantation House.

This was one of the most emotional parts of the day.

As I walked towards him, I could tell he was so nervous,

so I gave him a good smack on the butt to help him relax as soon as we were in touching distance! It was one of very few moments that were alone together the whole day.”

Who were your bridesmaids and where were their dresses from?

“I had two bridesmaids – my sister, Julie, and my best friend, Veronica. They wore White by Vera Wang dresses in blush to fit their own style.”

What was your theme?

“We had a rustic beach theme and our colours were blue and pink. Our wedding planner, Ali from Maui’s Angels, made our Pinterest board come to life. It was so easy and better than we could have ever imagined.“ What was the highlight of your day?

“There were a lot! Taking a moment during cocktail hour to watch our friends and family and see how

happy they all were to be together. Watching the kids play on the swing overlooking the ocean, our friends playing cornhole and giant Jenga, listening to the ukulele player sing. It was magical. Ben’s family is from Australia, so it had been 10 years since all of them were in one place at the same time. It was amazing to see how relaxed and care-free everyone was on the day!

The dance floor was not empty the whole night!”

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Simone & Andrew A TRADITIONAL WEDDING IN NOVEMBER

Proof that no matter what time of year you wed, you can have the perfect day. Bride Simone tells all...

How did Andrew propose?

“We went to Ibiza on holiday in September 2015. Andrew had booked a private speed boat tour around San Antonio Bay with unlimited alcohol and our own music playing. The captain made sure we got back to the famous spot on the water in the Bay where the sunset was at its best. We got there in perfect timing and 106 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 7

I didn’t notice at the time but Andrew had selected a certain song and then asked the captain to ‘take a photo’ of us on the back of the speed boat. Little did I know; the captain was actually filming, and mid sunset Andrew got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. It was so surreal and

the most perfect, amazing experience. If it wasn’t on film, I would have thought I’d dreamed it!”

What dress did you wear?

“I thought I would have a fitted lace dress with a train, however, when Anna at Bodice & Bustle bought out an A-line lace dress with a

full skirt from Ellis Bridals, I instantly fell in love. I put the dress on and felt butterflies in my stomach and knew it was the one. I never thought a dress would make you feel that way but it really did, you just know.”

And the accessories?

“I bought my accessories

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The Details DATE: 17th November 2016 VENUE: Leez Priory, Essex PHOTOGRAPHER: Tom Halliday

SIMONE’S DRESS: Ellis Bridals ACCESSORIES: Richard Designs BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Chi Chi London SHOES: Rainbow Club

from Bodice & Bustle. I had teardrop earrings and a lace and gem headpiece, which went perfectly with my long veil with Swarovski crystals dotted all over it.”

that matched. He had pastel buttonholes to match the theme so it looked lovely.

He really did look amazing.”

What dresses did your bridesmaids wear?

What did Andrew wear?

“I had five bridesmaids “Andrew decided he wanted and they all wore mint maxi a dark blue suit and a bow tie dresses from Chi Chi London.

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They had lace at the top and then had floaty skirts that went out from the waist. They all looked so beautiful!”

What was your theme?

“We made so many things ourselves – from the favours to the table seating plan and the name place cards.

Even putting photo frames with photos of us around the venue and little signs up around the main house.

We put so much effort into making things and it paid off. It made the day more personal and exactly what we wanted. Ebay was great for the card and gemstone!”

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Jennifer & Steve AN INCREDIBLE W E D D I N G I N I TA LY

This couple brought their Italian dream to life for their big day. Jennifer shares the details...

How did Steve propose?

“Steve proposed during a trip to Disneyland with our 2-year-old daughter. We’d brought her for her birthday, but it was also around the same time as our 10-year anniversary. Little did I know that Steve had his proposal planned all along. He proposed beside the lake at Disneyland Paris.”

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What dress did you wear?

“I wore a dress by Ellis Bridals, Style 11330. During the day I also wore a coverup by Ellis. Both were bought from Bellissima Weddings in South Woodham Ferrers.”

And the accessories?

“Most of my accessories also came from Bellissima

Weddings. In the morning, my mum gave me some beautiful sapphire drop earrings, which were my something blue. For my something borrowed I wore a Pandora bracelet, also from my mum.”

What did Steve wear?

“Steve had a custom-made

tailored three-piece suit from Jack Bunneys.”

How did you feel when you saw him up the aisle?

“I was so nervous! I work in the wedding industry myself and have attended hundreds of weddings as a wedding film maker, so I expected to be really calm and chilled. I

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The Details DATE: 10th July 2015 VENUE: Ceremony at Villa Bossi in Orta San Giulio, Italy, followed by the reception at L’ustaria cel da rat, Lake Orta PHOTOGRAPHER: Sam & Louise Photography

JENNIFER’S DRESS: Ellis Bridals STEVE’S ATTIRE: Jack Bunneys FLOWERGIRL DRESSES: M&S

knew what to expect and I knew what was coming but as soon as I got on the boat with my dad, I felt overcome with emotion.”

Who were your bridesmaids and where were their dresses from?

“My sister, Lucy, was my

maid of honour. She had her dress custom-made whilst she was travelling in Vietnam. Our flowergirl dresses were from M&S. It was pure coincidence that I came across these – I spotted them whilst I was working on a job I was filming for. They were beautiful and the lace

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on their dresses matched the We just went with a few rustic touches here and there to lace on my dress!” complement the restaurant and make things a little more What was your theme? special. We had wooden “We didn’t have a theme pallets and corks for decor as such, but we wanted to keep everything authentically and our flowers were pale creams and whites with lots Italian. The location and setting was so beautiful that of green foliage. Over all it was simple, but classic.” we really didn’t need much.

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Switch the city for the country with one of these amazing rural venues WESTON HALL Located in the heart of the Staffordshire countryside, Weston Hall is a magnificent grade II listed building surrounded by 20 acres of breathtaking scenery. The hall retains many of its Elizabethan features including open stone fireplaces and oak beams. These charming original features combined with custom-designed decor result in a truly magical setting for your wedding day. Weston Hall is able to provide couples with a number of rooms to choose from for each part of their big day.

Visit weston-hall.co.uk

ST AUDRIES PARK If you’re looking for a venue that makes you feel like you’re in a fairytale, then the award-winning St Audries Park in Somerset could be perfect for you. Set within 100 acres of deer park overlooking the Quantock Hills, this elegant venue is a fantastic pick for accommodation – it can host up to 40 guests for the night before the wedding and over 100 guests for the night of the celebration. There’s even a hidden cottage for the bridal party!

Visit audries-park.co.uk

HENGRAVE HALL Hengrave is a magnificent Grade I Tudor mansion set in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, which features 27 luxurious bedrooms to put your guests up in, as well as four licensed ceremony rooms ranging from the wood-panelled Banqueting Hall to the intimate Library. The picturesque church of St John Lateran is set within the grounds and can cater for Roman Catholic, Baptist, Methodist or United Reform Weddings, as well as Church of England Blessings.

Visit hengravehall.com

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SPRINGKELL This Palladian mansion looks like something straight out of The Great Gatsby, thanks to the incredible architecture, rolling gardens and stately driveway. Just 6 miles from historic Gretna Green, Springkell is the perfect place to tie the knot.

The venue can accommodate 100 guests in the Wedding Room, or you can hold your ceremony in the mature round garden.

Visit springkell.co.uk

BALINAKILL Hiring out a grand country house for a whole weekend or even a week to celebrate with all your closest friends and family needn’t be the stuff of dreams – it’s exactly what you can get with Scottish venue Balinakill! Based in Argyll, Balinakill Country House can cater for anything from intimate ceremonies to marquee weddings of up to 150 guests. Whichever you choose, you’ll get the entire house to yourseves and their management team are on hand to put together your dream day.

Visit balinakillweddingsandevents.co.uk

COMPTON VERNEY A Warwickshire wedding venue for art lovers, Compton Verney is an art gallery housed within a Grade I listed Georgian mansion. In fact, you can even get married in one of the portrait galleries! This venue has six options for your civil ceremony, ranging from 12 guests to 100, and a listed chapel for blessings. What’s more, their team specialises in creating bespoke weddings, and can tailor your day so that it’s exactly how you want it!

Visit comptonverney.org.uk

DORFOLD HALL The beautiful Dorfold Hall in Cheshire is a Grade 1 listed Jacobean house built over 400 years ago, and has all the grandeur you could ask for of a country venue. We love everything from the long tree-lined driveway and the picturesque lake to the striking architecture. After tying the knot in either the Coach House or the Drawing Room, you can enjoy your reception in a marquee set up in the pretty walled garden.

Visit dorfoldhallweddings.com

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The most magnificent wedding venue in Somerset Maunsel House, a magnificent 13th Century Manor, is one of the most charismatic wedding venues in England. Exclusively yours for the occasion, whether for one day or a whole weekend. From the moment you arrive at Maunsel you will be encouraged to treat it like home, with friendly staff whose sole aim is to make you and your guests experience truly wonderful.

• Exclusive use • 17 bedrooms included • Estate cottages • Licensed for civil ceremonies • Outdoor ceremony location

• Beautiful Pergola for 200+ • Somerset Manor House in the heart of the country • Lots of wildlife & history

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GARTHMYL HALL This stunning country venue in Powys, Wales can be hired out on an exclusiveuse basis for an entire weekend, making it the perfect place for a longer celebration with your friends and family. Their grand Ballroom seats up to 85 guests for a ceremony, while the Entrance Hall and Dining Room can host between 20 and 50 respectively. For larger weddings, their elegant marquee can seat 150 guests – 200 if combined with the Ballroom.

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PLAS DINAM For a Welsh venue that’s the perfect balance between grand and stately and warm and welcoming, Plas Dinam would be our top pick. Set in 12 acres of fabulous gardens, lawns and woodland walks, this exclusive use country house has 15 bedrooms sleeping up to 32, which means there’s plenty of space for your loved ones.

Plas Dinam is able to host ceremonies of up to 100 guests, and receptions of up to 150, depending on whether you choose the elegant dining room or the renovated Victorian Stables for your evening party.

Visit plasdinamcountryhouse.co.uk

FALCON MANOR Set within the glorious backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales, Falcon Manor is an excellent venue choice for brides based in North Yorkshire. It boasts 16 beautifully refurbished bedrooms, and can be hired out for exclusive use for wedding parties of between 80 and 150 guests. With two bars, a snug, magnificent stairwell and a wonderful light-filled function room, there are plenty of options for your wedding photographs, too.

Visit falconmanor.co.uk

MAUNSEL HOUSE

From the moment you arrive at the gorgeous Maunsel House in Somerset, you’ll be treated like family by the friendly events team there. This magnificent 13th century manor is set within 100 acres of sprawling parkland, lakes and orchards, and is so inspiring that Geoffrey Chaucer wrote the Canterbury Tales whilst living there! You can hold civil ceremonies of up to 162 guests here (or visit one of the country’s smallest churches, just down the road), before enjoying a reception of up to 220!

Visit maunselhouse.co.uk

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CLUMBER PARK Living up to its name, Clumber Park in Breaston, Derbyshire boasts a whopping 3,800 acres of stunning parkland. There are two beautiful ceremony spaces licensed for civil celebrations of up to 120 guests – The Old Parsonage and The Glasshouse – and there’s a peaceful Pasture surrounded by woodland that can accommodate up to 300. There’s even a walled garden and a lake, which provide perfectly romantic backdrops to your wedding photos.

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very couple will have ideas of planning their dream day in a different way – from keeping every thing and everyone in one place, to celebrating in a more relaxed style in a location filled with supplies that you’ve sourced yourselves. Below are 4 differ ent styles of wedding venue options to consider.

Exclusive-use wedding venues Couples looking to escape from a busy city to get married, or who just love the idea of hiring a home-from -home style wedding venue, should consider searching for a dream country house to hire for the whole day and/o r weekend.

Hotel wedding venues If you like the idea of holding your wedding ceremony and celebration in one place, with the added benefi t of having all of your guests being able to stay the night, gettin g married at a hotel could be a great option for you.

BOTLEYS MANSION One of the most glamorous country house venues in Surrey, Botleys Mansion is the perfect blend of modern style and English heritage. Located just 30 minutes from London and set in 56 acres of rolling parkland, Botleys Mansion can host weddings for between 60 and 250 guests.

The reception and ceremony rooms range from the grand Green Room to the sleek Atrium. There’s even a designer bridal boutique on site to help you find the wedding dress of your dreams!

Visit bijouweddingvenues.co.uk

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Landmark/historic wedding venues Landmark or historic wedding venues will provide the ultimate backdrop to your wonderful wedd ing photography.

There are dozens of unusual, quirky wedding venues dotted around the UK as well as venues with a histor y and a lot of architectural beauty.

Blank canvas wedding venues If you’re the type of couple who love the idea of a relaxed wedding vibe, in a place where you can put up a marquee, sit on hay bales and hire in any supplier you like, a blank canvas style venue such as a large piece of land or an open field could be ideal.

Bijou Wedding Venues have a wealth of experience when it comes to throwing amazing weddings at their own exclusive use venues, all located within 30-90 minutes of London. Visit bijouweddingvenues.co.uk or call 0345 130 9966 to book your perfect day with Bijou!

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TILT SLIGHTLY Although your first instinct may be to stand straight on to your photographer, it’s nearly always more flattering to tilt your body slightly so you’re at more of an angle.

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You’ll want to make sure that your smile is natural, to avoid a forced posed look

RELAX Okay, first things first – try to relax.

We know it’s easier said than done, but one of the quickest ways to immediately improve the look of your wedding photos is to warm up to the camera.

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or giggly, then take a few deep breaths, or ask your photographer for a moment.

A good photographer will know how to put you more at ease, and will help you avoid that ‘deer in the headlights’ look!

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f you’re feeling nervous about your wedding photos, then we have some top tips to help you feel more at ease in front of the camera…

smaller, and give your body more of a visually pleasing line. Practise the ‘red carpet’ pose that celebs always use – body angled at 45 degrees, one foot in front of the other, with one hand on your hip.

beforehand to find a look you like.

WATCH THE BOUQUET Instead of holding the bouquet straight up in front of you with both hands, try holding it to the side, at your hip. It’ll stop your shoulder hunching, and won’t hide the dress! If you want a front-on shot, then be aware to hold your upper arms slightly away from your body to avoid squashing them and making them look bigger.

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FIND YOUR BEST ANGLE Angles don’t just work for your body – they work for your face, too! Tilting your chin slightly up or down can help change the look of your jawline, and turning your head slightly to the side can give you a more flattering profile. Your SMILE… photographer will be able to How is it that smiling in advise you here, but our top tip is to practise with selfies

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front of a camera can be so tricky?! You’ll want to make sure that your smile is natural and reaches your eyes, to avoid that forced posed look, but equally, a full-on grin can hide your eyes and make cheeks look larger. To get the perfect balance, open your mouth slightly, pop your tongue behind your front teeth (trust us!) and think of something that makes you genuinely happy – like the fact you’re going to spend the rest of your life with your new husband!

…OR LAUGH! Laughter always looks fantastic in wedding photos, so don’t be scared to ham it up and fool around with your groom a little in the photos. Even if it feels ridiculous at first, starting with a fake laugh can quite easily turn into a real one! If you’re really nervous, have your funniest bridesmaid or family member stand off-camera to chat to you – you’ll immediately relax a little more and get some good natural shots.

KEEP PRACTISING As always, practise makes perfect! If you feel uncomfortable in front of the camera, then booking an engagement shoot with your wedding photographer will help you to get a feel for their style, as well as practise posing – plus you’ll get some gorgeous images out of it. If an engagement shoot isn’t in the budget, practise by taking plenty of selfies with these tips, or get a friend to take some shots of you and your husband.

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Make the run-up to the wedding a breeze with these fool-proof tips to keep you calm

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GYM TIME! Especially in the weeks and days leading up to your big day, you’ll probably be feeling stressed and on edge with last-minute details to tend to, as well as the all-around chaos that comes with a wedding. Making regular trips to the gym to sweat it out will do more than help your figure. It will also reduce your stress and anxiety levels! This is because exercise naturally reduces chemicals such as cortisol and norepinephrine, which play a part in raising your stress levels.

Finally, physical activity releases endorphins in our bodies, which helps us to be naturally happier and stress-free. Win-win ladies!

PUT PEN TO PAPER… Keep a journal. Sometimes, just getting your thoughts down on paper can be therapeutic enough to make you feel more relaxed!

Especially when things begin to get chaotic and crazy in your wedding-

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reparing for your wedding can be many things: fun, emotional, exciting, and, at times, exhausting. While being a bride is an amazing time in your life, it’s also one filled with the need to make many decisions and it’s certainly not uncommon to feel like there are a million people you’re trying to please at once.

However, it’s important that you enjoy this time as much as you can! That’s why we’ve turned to self-confessed, all-things-wedding fanatic, Shannon Lochwood, for her guide towards a more relaxed, happy and zen bride...

planning process, being able to write out your thoughts, emotions, and feelings is a great way to hit your internal ‘reset’ button, allowing yourself to feel more relaxed and centred afterwards. Plus, having this journal with documentation of your feelings during the process will be a fun memento to have to look back on in the future!

IF IN DOUBT, PAMPER… Always our personal mantra here at Love Our Wedding… treat yourself to a spa day. The better you look and feel, the less

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likely you will be to feel stressed or overwhelmed.

For the budget-conscious, just having a DIY spa day is a great way to take some time to yourself in the days leading up to your wedding. In order to feel refreshed, relaxed, and beautiful inside and out, take a bubble bath, paint your nails, and exfoliate like a good ‘un!

REAL PEOPLE PHOTOGRAPHY Do something creative…

Getting in touch with your creative side is an effective way to relax while gearing up for your big day. Attend

a wine and paint night with your friends (these exist?!

Sounds BRILLIANT!); tend to your garden, or bake beautiful cookies in your down time to do something that has a fun focus, and crucially, is separate from that of your wedding.

Creating something special will feel rewarding, and it’s fun!

PRACTISE YOGA REGULARLY… Looking to become one bendy lady? Yoga, with its meditation involved, is an effective way to remain relaxed even in the height of wedding stress!

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Between the postures and deep breathing, you’ll be feeling zen and centred in no time. As an added benefit, yoga is effective when it comes to toning your body, which doesn’t hurt in your wedding prep process, either!

DIVE INTO A GOOD BOOK… Reading a page-turner can help you escape to a different world for a while, reducing the stress of planning and preparing for your wedding. Studies show that reading for even as little as six minutes can reduce stress by up to

two-thirds. So what are you waiting for? Snuggle up on the couch with some tea and a good book to feel totally relaxed in no time at all.

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deprived. Do yourself a favour and make sure you are consistently getting enough sleep to feel your best as your wedding day approaches.

Remember, being engaged and planning a wedding is a special time in your life. Don’t squander it away by feeling constantly stressed and overwhelmed. Utilise these simple tips to remain cool, calm, collected, and relaxed,

Remember, being engaged and planning a wedding is a special time in your life...

CATCH SOME SLEEP… Getting enough sleep can be a big factor in helping you to feel relaxed as you prepare to exchange vows. Studies show that those who are well-rested can better process stressful situations than those who are sleep

and make your planning process one to fondly remember!

TRY AROMATHERAPY It’s been proven that calming essential oils can work wonders when it comes to fighting stress.

Lavender is our top pick, but rose, chamomile, frankincense and bergamot are also great stress-busters.

Light an oil burner and put on some relaxing music, add a few drops to your bath, or dilute with sweet almond oil or grapeseed oil and have your h2b give you a soothing massage. You can even dot your essential

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cathartic and an excellent stress-buster, depending on how you use it. Put on something loud and fastpaced to drown out any anger (particularly useful for calming down before sending texts or emails), or pop on your favourite old-school playlist and have a dance and a sing in the privacy of your living room.

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oils onto a handkerchief and you’re feeling overwhelmed breathe them in, or invest in – either way, it’ll have you a rollerball for stress relief feeling better in no time. on the go.

LAUGH! MEDITATE For a totally different type If you haven’t tried of distraction, simply meditation before, having a good laugh can now’s the time. Guided immediately reduce your meditation in particular stress levels and leave you can be a great way to feeling happier. Get a funny distract you from any movie up on Netflix, go issues that you can’t take see a live stand-up show, your mind off. Download or watch a few YouTube a guided meditation app videos of cats falling off like Headspace, Insight sofas or babies eating Timer or Calm, and create a lemons (trust us). It quiet, comfy space without doesn’t have to be clever, distractions to practise in. it just has to be hilarious.

You can either put aside a few minutes every day to TURN UP THE MUSIC meditate, or just use it when Music can be incredibly

If you’re feeling totally down in the dumps, putting on a sad song and having a bit of a cry can help get it all out. Or, you can simply put on your ceremony music or first dance, and remember why you’re doing all this wedding planning in the first place!

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