Love Our Wedding - November 2017

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ISSUE 29 • NOVEMBER 2017

Love at first sight STUNNING REAL WEDDINGS THAT WILL MELT YOUR HEART

BRIDESMAIDS, GROOMS & MUMS, TOO! OUTFITS AND ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR FAVOURITE PEOPLE, P41

Food for thought

SCRUMMY BIG-DAY MENUS TO TRY

Modeca

OUR COVER STAR IS ONE OF MANY BEAUTIFUL NEW DESIGNS

Fun for everyone!

QUIRKY DETAILS TO ADD THE FUN FACTOR TO YOUR DAY

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ING PRETT Y FINISH – OM TOUCHES FR SHOES TO STATIONERY

‘MY WEDDING OVERSEAS’ RHIAN SUGDEN REVEALS ALL

Let’s celebrate FUN HEN AND STAG IDEAS YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS WILL LOVE

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RO M A N T I C A W W W. R O M A N T IC A O F D E V O N . C O . U K

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

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MATCH YOUR MENU Scrummy food ideas to suit all four seasons

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WHITE WEDDING We help you pick additions towards this timeless, classic theme

Contents

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

DEPUTY EDITOR Izzy Hicks izzy@meanttobemedia.com PRODUCTION EDITOR Tom Harrod tom@meanttobemedia.com

ISSUE 29 • NOVEMBER 2017

Love at first sight

CARESS YOUR CURVES Fit-and-flare gowns that will show off your shape STYLE TIPS FOR MUM Advice for the mother of the bride… and not forgetting the mother of the groom!

50 FASHION FOR HIM Turn your man into a slick Hollywood A-lister with these suave finishing touches 54

WARM AND HEARTY Add a bit of spice to these tasty, healthy dishes

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SHOES THAT SPARKLE Beautiful footwear that will dazzle and amaze

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SWEET FLOWERS Eye-catching jewellery with a cute floral theme

ART DIRECTOR Andy Allen andy@meanttobemedia.com

Fun for everyone!

STUNNING REAL WEDDINGS THAT WILL MELT YOUR HEART

QUIRKY DETAILS TO ADD THE FUN FACTOR TO YOUR DAY

BRIDESMAIDS, GROOMS & MUMS, TOO! OUTFITS AND ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR FAVOURITE PEOPLE, P63

SALES EXECUTIVE Martha Cooke martha@meanttobemedia.com

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ING PRETT Y FINISH – TOUCHES FROM SHOES TO STATIONERY

Food for thought

‘MY WEDDING OVERSEAS’ RHIAN SUGDEN REVEALS ALL

SCRUMMY BIG-DAY MENUS TO TRY

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Contact us EDITOR Jade Pepperell jade@meanttobemedia.com

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Let’s celebrate

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OUR COVER STAR IS ONE OF MANY BEAUTIFUL NEW DESIGNS

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QUIRKY DETAILS Think outside the box and stand out from the crowd

ONLINE EDITOR Carrie Marsden carrie@loveourweddingmag.com CONTRIBUTORS Donna Berridge

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5 TOP HEN AND STAG PARTY IDEAS Forget the pub… we’ve got your weekend sorted!

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THE SENSATIONAL NEW COLLECTION FROM ALLURE

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FUN AND FEMININE BRIDESMAID DRESSES

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A CHANCE TO SCOOP UP OLIVIER LAUDUS JEWELLERY FOR £15!

110 RHIAN SUGDEN TELLS US ABOUT PLANNING HER WEDDING ABROAD

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SIX DRESS STYLES TO SUIT EVERYONE From boho to glamour, we’ve got it covered

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REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS Four couples share their day with us

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My favourite picks this month!

1. Give your strapless dress

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an you believe it’s the November issue already?

This year is flying by, which means that for a lot of brides the big day is getting ever closer, and at a rate of knots! Well, fear not – we’re here to help you every step of the way through your planning.

This issue we’ve focussed on the key people for the big day – the bride, groom, mums, bridesmaids and groomsmen, too – with outfits, accessories and gift ideas. I love our planning feature this month, with quirky details to add the fun factor (page 93), and our gorgeous real weddings, including a breathtaking six-page spread for Rosie and Mike (page 74).

This is a bittersweet issue for me because it’s my last one before I go on maternity leave! But you’ll be left in the safe hands of Deputy Editor, Izzy, who will be putting our lovely pages together in my absence. Good luck to all the brides getting married before the JADE PEPPERELL New Year, and I can’t wait to meet lots of Editor excited, newly-engaged couples in 2018!

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some extra finesse with this stunning necklace from Matthew Williamson 2. Style BE395 by Ella Rosa is my favourite in the new collection, featuring gorgeous floral embellishments 3. I adore the Sienna heels from Rachel Simpson, she never fails to impress!

4. Having a beach-themed wedding? This cute RSVP

by Lucy Ledger is ideal 5. This lavender-inspired shoot by Sephory Photography is so beautiful

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LOVE THE DRESS

ELLA ROSA

IVORY & CO

ENCHANTING BY MON CHERI

LILLIAN WEST

BOHO

PHIL COLLINS BRIDAL

WENDY MAKIN

CASABLANCA BRIDAL

LILLIAN WEST CHLOE BRIDALS

LA PAPILLON BY MODECA

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CABOTINE MARTIN THORNBURG A MON CHERI COLLECTION

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ENCHANTING BY MON CHERI

Six of the best DRESS ST YLES

Tons of incredible dresses – which look are you planning to rock?

VICTORIA JANE

BEAUTIFUL BY ENZOANI

ELIZA JANE HOWELL

JUSTIN ALEXANDER SINCERITY

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HOUSE OF MOOSHKI

ELIZA JANE HOWELL

ELBETH GILLIS

LISA DONETTI

JUSTIN ALEXANDER

V I N TA G E

LOULOU BRIDAL

SPECIAL DAY

BEAUTIFUL BY ENZOANI

ELIZA JANE HOWELL CHRISTINA WU

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ETERNITY BRIDE BADGLEY MISCHKA

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OPULENCE NOVABELLA

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CHRISTINA WU MARTIN THORNBURG A MON CHERI COLLECTION ALLURE BRIDALS

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PRINCESS

MADISON JAMES

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ALLURE BRIDALS WHITE ROSE BRIDAL

TRADITIONAL

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SWEETHEART ROMANTICA OF DEVON

CATHERINE PARRY RONALD JOYCE

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

ALLURE B R I DAL S

Shot against an Icelandic backdrop, these spectacular dresses will take your breath away

STYLE 9416 GET THE GODDESS LOOK WITH A SMOOTH, FLOWING, SATIN FINISH, COMPLEMENTED WITH A STRIKING CAPE. BEAUTIFUL!

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STYLE 9474 WE LOVE THE GRACEFUL OFFTHE-SHOULDER STRAPS, BUT DON’T WORRY: THEY’RE HELD IN PLACE BY A NUDE ILLUSION NECKLINE

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STYLE 9400 THIS BALLGOWN WILL TURN ALL OF YOUR GUESTS’ HEADS WITH ITS DELICATE CHIFFON STRIPES

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STYLE C459 A LAYER OF SEQUINS IN THIS LACE GOWN ADDS FURTHER TO ITS CLASS AND ELEGANCE

STYLE 9422 A SOPHISTICATED FIT-AND-FLARE SILHOUETTE. WE WERE DRAWN TO THE ASYMMETRICAL FLORAL DESIGN ABOVE THE ILLUSION NECKLINE

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

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STYLE 9456 MIRRORED, PATTERNED LACE ACROSS A STRAPLESS FISHTAIL GOWN… IT’S DIFFICULT NOT TO FALL IN LOVE WITH THIS DRESS

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STYLE C461 DREAMY LACE IS THE NAME OF THE GAME FOR THIS CLASSIC BALLGOWN

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Fashion Focus...

Modeca We were blown away by their amazing 2018 collection – check out our favourites below!

W AMBER Fit for a princess, this sweetheart dress offers a timeless look

APRIL We can’t not mention that little bow: it’s just so cute!

ARLET This low V-neckline is sleek, stunning and oozes class

e know that all you brides-to-be out there are eager to find collections that provide you with sophistication, quality and, of course, that x-factor that will make your groom’s jaw drop. Well, good news, girls – look no further than Modeca for meeting

your checklist! We had a genuinely tough task on our hands picking only five to show you, here.

You should have seen the other dresses! In fact, pop over to modeca.com today and browse through more of these absolutely breathtaking designs, and find a stockist near you at findyourdreamdress.co.uk.

ASPEN DT-S This comes with a fantastic hi-lo detachable over-skirt!

ARGENTINA We love the lace intricacies leading up to the straps

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iane Legrand has been making traditional wedding gowns for decades, and the latest collection is full to the brim with elegance, detailing and style. Each gown is carefully made using high-quality embellishments to ensure

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CURVES

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Show off your shape with a figure-hugging design like these fit-and-flare gowns

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PRET T Y PA S T E L S Sorbet shades are the sweetest hues for bridesmaids

JENNY YOO

WILLOW & PEARL

SPECIAL DAY

LINZI JAY

EBONYROSE DESIGNS

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MORILEE ROMANTICA OF DEVON

JASMINE BRIDAL

DESSY

DESSY

The great thing about pastels is that they all go together perfectly, so mix them up!

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MAIDS TO MEASURE DESSY ALLURE BRIDALS

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ANGEL BRIDESMAIDS RICHARD DESIGNS

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Baby blue is one of the hottest choices right now, and it’s easy to see why...

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RICHARD DESIGNS

ANGEL BRIDESMAIDS

KENNETH WINSTON

CHRISTINA WU JENNY YOO

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JA SMINE B2 Feminine, fun and timeless – three words to describe this gorgeous bridesmaid collection

STYLE B193053 WANT A MORE MODERN LOOK FOR YOUR GIRLS? JUMPSUITS ARE THE TOP TREND RIGHT NOW

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STYLE B193055 PERFECT FOR A BEACH OR SUMMER CELEBRATION, THIS BABY BLUE STUNNER IS EFFORTLESSLY CHIC

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STYLE B193058 SEQUINS HAVE BEEN VERY POPULAR THIS YEAR, AND IT’S EASY TO SEE WHY! THIS LUXURIOUS NUMBER OOZES OPULENCE AND SOPHISTICATION

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STYLE B193059 OFF-THE-SHOULDER IS THE GIFT THAT JUST KEEPS GIVING! WE ADORE THIS LACE/CHIFFON MIX DRESS

STYLE B193060 THIS FLOATY GOWN WITH A CHIC HIGH NECK OVERLAY IS ABSOLUTELY PERFECT FOR A SPRING WEDDING

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

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STYLE B193062 HI-LO SKIRTS ALWAYS ADD THE FUN FACTOR TO A LOOK. THIS DESIGN IS PEACHY PERFECTION!

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STYLE B193063 OUR PICK OF THE BUNCH! HOW COOL IS THE SKIRT ON THIS GORGEOUS DRESS? FUN, FLIRTY AND SUPER FEMININE

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VEROMIA

JOHN CHARLES

VENI INFANTINO JASMINE

Mother of the Bride

SHOPPING GUIDE Why should the bride have all the fun?

Here are our top tips for mum...

COMPLEMENT THE BRIDESMAIDS, TOO We recommend that mums choose a complementary colour to the bridesmaids, rather than a matching one – you want to look like a part of the bridal party without blending in entirely. Choosing a

lighter or darker shade than the bridesmaids is always a clever option – for example, wearing fuchsia if the bridesmaids are in light pink, or teal if the bridesmaids are in Tiffany blue. Whatever you do, avoid white!

SHOP FOR THE SEASON Bear in mind your daughter’s chosen season and venue when shopping for your outfit. If the wedding is in summer or overseas, you may want to swap the jacket for a light pashmina; if it’s a church ceremony or

CABOTINE

MATCH WITH THE WEDDING STYLE Have a chat with the bride early on about the style and theme of her wedding, so that you can get an idea of colours and how formal your outfit should be. As well as helping you decide on details like length and fabrics, this will also mean you’ll avoid feeling over or under dressed.

you’re anticipating outdoor photographs in cooler weather, pick something with full-length sleeves or a matching jacket.

TALK TO THE MOTHER OF THE GROOM Don’t leave the groom’s mother out of the loop!

Traditionally the mother of the bride chooses her outfit first, but we think consulting the mother of the groom beforehand can help you both make complementary choices and gives her plenty of time to find something, too. After all, you’re likely to be in photographs together, so it’s good planning to make sure you won’t clash.

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METHOD Spray a deep non-stick frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and place over a high heat. Add the onions, celery, carrot, garlic and beef, reduce the heat to medium-high and stir-fry for 5 minutes, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon as it browns. Now stir in your devilling spices – the paprika, mustard powder and cayenne pepper – along with the mixed herbs, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, tomato purée, stock pot and beef stock and simmer for 15 minutes (or until the liquid has reduced but the beef mixture is still moist).

Meanwhile, put the potatoes into a saucepan of cold, lightly salted water, bring to the boil over a high heat and cook for 15 minutes or until tender. Spray a small pan with low calorie cooking spray and add the spring onions and 1 tbsp water.

Cover and cook for 3 minutes until just soft. Drain the potatoes, return them to the pan and mash until smooth. Stir in the spring onions, yogurt and season to taste.

Keep warm. Preheat your grill to high. Season the beef mixture to taste and spoon into a shallow 2-litre ovenproof dish. Spoon the mash on top. Slide under the grill, about 15cm away from the heat, and cook for 7-8 minutes or until golden brown and heated through. Serve hot with vegetables of your choice.

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CHANA SAAG MASALA Ready in 40 minutes

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INGREDIENTS Low calorie cooking spray 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 red pepper, deseeded and roughly chopped 1 yellow pepper, deseeded and roughly chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 6cm piece of root ginger, peeled and grated 2 tbsp mild curry powder ½ tsp fennel seeds, crushed 1 tsp garam masala 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp sweet smoked paprika 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes 2 x 400g can chickpeas, drained 2 large bags of spinach, chopped Juice of 1 lime Small handful of chopped coriander, to garnish

METHOD Spray a large non-stick frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat. Add the onion and peppers and cook for 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Add all the spices, toss well to coat the onions and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add the tomatoes and the chickpeas and mix well. Cover the pan and bring to the boil over a high heat.

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INGREDIENTS Low calorie cooking spray 1 onion, chopped 3 red romano/ramiro peppers (the long, pointy ones), deseeded and cut across into 1cm strips) 1 garlic clove, crushed 12 Slimming World Syn-free Pork Sausages (available from Iceland stores), thawed 1 tsp chilli powder 2 tsp smoked paprika 1½ tsp mustard powder 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 600g passata 200ml boiling chicken stock 400g can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 400g red kidney beans, drained and rinsed 8 spring onions, sliced 2 tbsp roughly chopped fresh parsley, plus sprigs to garnish Vegetables, to serve

METHOD Spray a large, deep non-stick saucepan or casserole pan with low calorie cooking spray and place over a high heat. Add the onion, peppers, garlic and 3 tbsp water and cover. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes or until soft. Meanwhile, spray a large non-stick frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat. When hot, add the sausages and fry for 5 minutes (or until browned all over), turning them frequently. Lift on to a plate and set aside. Now it’s time to stir the chilli powder, paprika and mustard powder into the vegetables, along with the Worcestershire sauce, passata, stock and beans. Season to taste and bring to the boil over a high heat. Meanwhile, cut each sausage into 3 pieces, slightly on the diagonal. Stir the sausages and half the spring onions into a stew, reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Scatter over the parsley and remaining spring onions, garnish with parsley sprigs and serve hot with your favourite vegetables.

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The forget-me-not seed packets proved to be the ideal way to honour the memory of Colleen’s mum on the day. “She loved gardening, so seeing our guests plant forget-me-not flower seeds was a perfect tribute,” she remembers.

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COLLEEN OPTED FOR FORGETME-NOT SEEDS AS FAVOURS, IN HONOUR OF HER MUM

LOUISE AND ROSS CELEBRATED FRIENDS WHO HAD SURVIVED CANCER

PINS & BROOCHES As well as these beautiful seed packets, Cancer Research UK also offer a huge range of favour options, including pretty pins (designed by some of the biggest names in bridal fashion), mini sunflower pots and personalised cards, too.

Couple Louise and Ross chose glitter heart pins (pictured above) designed by the fabulous Suzanne Neville as their charity wedding favours – not only to honour memories of loved ones, but to also

celebrate the lives of friends and family who had survived their battle with cancer and could happily celebrate with them on their big day.

“We were so pleased to find Cancer Research UK wedding favours,” Louise and Ross told us. “We have close friends and family who have been affected by cancer, so the favours were the perfect addition. Our guests said it was the most heartfelt and thoughtful favour they had received.”

As well as Suzanne Neville, designers such

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as Jenny Packham, Alex Monroe and Elizabeth Stuart have all worked with Cancer Research UK to help design pins that your guests will love, with suggested donations starting at just £2.50 each. any balcony or window sill.

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Rosie & Mike A PERSONAL WEDDING IN W E S T YORK SHIRE

Bride Rosie had a few creative tricks up her sleeve to orchestrate her own home-from-home wedding How did Mike propose?

“Mike proposed to me while we were in Sri Lanka on Hikkaduwa beach. The local fishermen seemed just as surprised as I when he

interrupted me searching among the crab pools!”

What dress did you wear?

“My dress was made by a very talented friend who

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has a bespoke dressmaking business in Manchester: Laura Fray Bespoke. Laura was very patient with my indecisiveness! After all the development and with the help of her expertise and guidance, I decided that I wanted my wedding outfit to be made up of three separates – the pockets and polka dots being a must!”

And the accessories?

“I wore my Nana Tess’ veil, which dated back to the 1930s – it had beautiful embroidery at the bottom and scalloped edges. My iridescent earrings and hair clips belonged to my Nana Ciss. It felt very special being able to wear all these items, passed down by lost loved ones (these were

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The Details DATE: 15th July 2017 VENUE: Oxenhope, West Yorkshire PHOTOGRAPHER: Laura Holman Photography ROSIE’S DRESS: Laura Fray Bespoke BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Linea, House of Fraser

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my ‘something old’). My necklace was a present from Mike on the morning of the wedding. The hammered metalwork matched our wedding bands and were a perfect match for my dress.”

Mike finished his look with his Colquhoun Clan family crest tie pin and also wore my Grandad’s pocket watch.”

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

“I was a nervous wreck. My What did Mike wear? dad tried his best to slow “The groom wore a very smart my walking pace down, Harris Tweed blue-checked because I was almost running three-piece suit. I struggled down the aisle! There were to find pocket squares of a a lot of mixed emotions; I certain colour, so I decided to was very excited, nervous make them for the groomsmen and overwhelmed at the and ushers as a keepsake! start. However, seeing Mike

and standing next to him at the altar both reassured and relaxed me. It felt so natural saying our vows and becoming his happy wife.”

wore burnt-orange shoes from Sissi, which tied in with the colour of the flowers.”

What was your theme?

“We didn’t want anything What dresses did your too formal, but by having bridesmaids wear? all the freedom and no red “My best friend Grace and tape, we were able to create my three sisters Fran, Becca exactly what we wanted. The and Christina were my church was down the road bridesmaids. I was so pleased in nearby Haworth (and one with their dresses because that my family attend). Our they were a slight panic-buy reception actually took place – a last-minute purchase from at my parents’ house in West Linea, House of Fraser. They Yorkshire, with the garden

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leading onto a marquee (that we hired from the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs). The marquee, of course, was used for the meal and evening. We were so lucky to be able to have our wedding at my family home where there are so many happy memories and

a lovely natural landscape. It took a lot of hard work and preparation to pull it off, with massive help from lots of other people, family and friends. My mum made the gin sherbet cocktail and iced tea, while the table flowers and decorations were picked from the garden.“

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What was the highlight of your day?

“Actually getting married, for one! At the end of the night, it was great for Mike and I to take a moment together and watch everyone enjoying themselves and having a dance to the brilliant band: TC Funky Nuts!”

What was your best buy?

“Ooh, that’s a difficult one.

Perhaps the marquee with its wooden floor – it could hold up to 250 people and looked great when it was fully decked out and full of guests.

It was nice to help contribute to our local farming community by hiring it.”

What’s your saving tip?

“Anything that we could do ourselves, we attempted – from making table runners and bunting, to making the band’s stage and all the signs! We got creative utilising things rather than buying (for example, we wrote our table plan on the

green house on the way to the marquee). Recycling bottles, buying vases and candlesticks from charity shops, as well as borrowing from friends and family meant that we had more money to spend on other important things like the band, food and booze!”

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Hannah & Mark A WHITE WEDDING WITH A PERUVIAN T WIST

From the car to her brilliant choice of footwear, Hannah tells us her how her dad played a big part How did Mark propose?

“It was 2015, Christmas Eve morning. Mark showed me a present he had made me for Christmas – a video of photographs of our life together. Once it finished, our son George came into the room holding a bouquet of flowers. He wore a T-shirt that read “Mummy, will you marry my Daddy?” Mark was behind him on one knee with 80 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ N O V E M B E R 2 0 1 7

the ring. It was an amazing and Tiaras in Crawley for moment and the easiest ‘yes’ their fabulous service from of my life!” beginning to end.”

What dress did you wear?

“I wore a stunning princess gown called Omette by Victoria Jane for Ronald Joyce. I absolutely adore my dress and am so thankful to everyone at White Dresses

And the accessories?

“I had a beautiful veil and hair vine that matched the lace and diamanté detail in my dress (both purchased from White Dresses and Tiaras). I wore diamond

earrings that my dad had given my mum and a diamond bracelet given to me by my mum. I wore a pair of white cowboy boots that were made for me in Peru (I am half-Peruvian). They were in honour of my late dad who loved wearing cowboy boots!

Mum surprised me by placing engraved silver plaques on

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them with words my dad used to say to me.”

What did Mark wear?

“The groom and all his groomsmen wore navy slim lounge suits with scoop waistcoats and grey ties, hired from Anthony Formal Wear in Billericay.”

What dresses did your bridesmaids wear?

“Fiona and Nicola wore dove-grey dresses from Little Mistress, while Claire wore a dove-grey dress from Showcase by Dorothy Perkins. We found it difficult to find one style that suited them all, but I cared more

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about them feeling beautiful and comfortable, so was happy with dresses that complemented each other.”

we had lost a few years back (when the garage it was being kept in closed down and the owners disappeared).

My brother pulled up and I knew instantly that it was not What was the highlight a replica, but my dad’s actual of your day? car. It was a very emotional “Mum managed to find my moment, and needless to say dad’s dream car – a classic Jaguar XJS – that we thought I cried my heart out!”

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Sarah & Elliot

GLIT TER AND GOLD IN THE COUNTRY

Old Hollywood glamour in England… Bride Sarah tells us the details behind her perfect day How did Elliot propose?

“We were on a cruise and our first night stop was in Monte Carlo. Elliot booked an enchanting cocktail table outside, looking over the

sea and the big yachts. The bill came up in a wallet-style book and when I opened it up it read ‘Sarah, will you marry me?’ and Elliot’s there on one knee with a beautiful

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ring! We then celebrated with train. I found it hard to find a bottle of champagne and the latter, but in the end I went out for a lovely dinner.” saw ‘the dress’ at Bellissima Weddings! It was tightWhat dress did you wear? fitting Enzoani gown with an “I always knew I would go ivory satin sweetheart neck, for something tight-fitting, beautiful crystals in gold but as I tried more dresses just at the bottom before it on through the months (at flared out in a fishtail. But least 50!), my idea changed! my favourite part was its I thought I would go for lace, beautiful train! It looked like maybe straps and a dramatic frothy champagne the way

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The Details DATE: 14th July 2017 VENUE: Gosfield Hall, Essex PHOTOGRAPHER: jamesdavidson.co.uk SARAH’S DRESS: Enzoani ACCESSORIES: CARAT

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it fell at the back. No other dress could compete with it after that, so I had to have it. I also wanted a classic dress that in years to come I wouldn’t look back at the pictures and say to myself, ‘what were you thinking?!’”

And the accessories?

“I was worried about overdoing the jewellery, but in the end I found a wonderful pair of diamond drop earrings from CARAT. I wore my nan’s gorgeous sapphire

ring for my ‘something blue’. a themed wedding, so I Finally, I bought a dainty tried to keep it glamorous bracelet with diamanté.” with just a hint of that old Hollywood vibe. I What did Elliot wear? wanted lots of gold and “Elliot wore a classic black sequins. I spent a lot of and white tuxedo with black time on decorations in the patent shoes. He looked grand ballroom. I bought so smart and handsome in candelabra for each table, his bow tie. This matched and dressed them with pearls perfectly with our theme.” and white ostrich feathers to give it a 1920s look. I What was your theme? also had a few monochrome “I love the style from The photos printed and framed Great Gatsby, but I didn’t of both mine and Elliot’s want to go overboard on families to put around.”

What dresses did your bridesmaids wear?

“They had their hair up and wore gold sequin gowns with a high neck and cowl scoop back. They all looked beautiful. The bridesmaids’ hair and makeup was amazing. I wasn’t bossy when it came to that, because I know each of them are different; some like a lot of make-up and some like less. I wanted each of them to feel comfortable on the day.”

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Nancy & Greg R E L A X E D PA R T Y V I B E S IN THE COUNTRY

A secluded venue, dripping with splendour. Nancy explains how she and Greg planned their dream day How did Greg propose? ”Greg proposed beside the Christmas tree. He was acting strange, and I couldn’t understand why he was so stressed. I only found out

later that he was desperately trying to get the tree up and propose before my sisters were due to arrive! I cried, and when my sisters pulled up, they did the same!”

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What dress did you wear?

“I wore a Martina Liana dress from Angelica Bridal, who are based in Islington. It was the first dress I tried on and my mum, sister and I just knew it was perfect. I’m so glad I went for a less traditional dress. Greg loved it too, and kept saying how gorgeous he thought it looked throughout the day.”

And the accessories?

“I wore a necklace that Greg gave me on our first Christmas together. I also wore a beautiful bracelet that Greg gave me as a wedding present. I got my earrings from John Lewis.”

What did Greg wear?

“He wore a Tom Ford suit, which took him longer to

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The Details DATE: 22nd April 2017 VENUE: Micklefield Hall, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire PHOTOGRAPHER: Ellie Gillard Photography NANCY’S DRESS: Martina Liana GREG’S ATTIRE: Tom Ford BRIDESMAID DRESSES: David’s Bridal ACCESSORIES: John Lewis

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choose than it took me to pick What dresses did your my wedding dress!” bridesmaids wear?

“My sister Helen and best How did you feel when you friend Katie were chief saw him up the aisle? bridesmaids. The three of “I was so excited; I couldn’t us are all best friends and I wait to marry Greg. I walked couldn’t have done it without up the aisle so quickly – I their help. My niece Harriett was that keen to get to and Greg’s niece Jasmine him! I surprised myself and were also bridesmaids. We my family by being chilled got all of their dresses from and relaxed the morning of David’s Bridal.” the wedding. I just wanted to enjoy the whole thing.

What was your theme?

My bridesmaids and family “Relaxed country party. looked after me so well.”

We wanted our family and

friends to eat, drink and dance the night away. The venue was so amazing that it didn’t really need much more than gorgeous flowers to make it shine. We got our flowers from The Sage Garden in Ware and I can’t believe Vanessa managed to create such beautiful arrangements from my muddled explanation of what we wanted! Greg managed all the boring jobs (invites, RSVPs, invoices…) and I got to do all the fun tasks like

flowers, bridesmaid dresses, presents, goody bags for the kids and all the little details!

We got lots of ideas from Pinterest and tried to order things early, so we didn’t feel any unnecessary stress close to the day.”

What was your best buy?

“Wedding videographer, definitely! Trevor from Ealing Wedding Studio was absolutely amazing and the videos will be something we always treasure.”

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ALTERNATIVE CONFETTI If your venue doesn’t allow confetti or you’re just not a fan of the traditional confetti shot, don’t worry! There are plenty of fun alternatives to consider.

Have your guests blow bubbles or wave ribbon wands instead (the latter are super-easy to make yourself, plus you can match them with your colour scheme). For an autumn wedding, your guests could throw colourful leaves, or fake snow for a winter celebration.

VIDEO GUEST BOOK Instead of asking your guests to write in a guest book, have them leave you video messages! Some wedding photographers or videographers will offer this as an extra to their package, or you can DIY it by setting up a booth with an iPad on a tripod.

WEDDING PIÑATA For a fun take on a guest book, have your guests put their messages into a wedding

piñata. Then, on your first wedding anniversary, you and your husband can break it open and read all the messages!

GIANT FLOWERS What’s the only thing better than lots of little paper flowers?

Why, one giant paper flower, of course! Whether you make them yourself or buy them online, giant flowers are a brilliant way to add a quirky touch to your décor and they can also save you money on

your day, since it doesn’t take many to make a real statement.

Use them as your bridesmaid bouquets, centrepieces or photo booth backdrops.

WEDDING NEWSPAPER Create a personalised wedding newspaper for an entertaining new twist on invitations, the order of service or favours.

Include photos of the two of you, the story of how you met, and fun games like spot the difference and crosswords.

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date on, and wear them down the aisle or change into them for the reception. Your bridesmaids could even join you and wear trainers, too!

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BOARD GAMES Break the ice and get your guests talking with board game centrepieces. This is a fab way to create fun table settings on a budget, and is bound to result in some great photos. If you’re worried about keeping them on the tables, why not make a you’re hankering after desserts, board game corner for your reception instead? take the sweet route with waffles, ice cream or crepes.

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PORTABLE CUISINE A quirky catering truck will go down a storm with your guests.

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hire a band to perform classical covers of your favourite pop culture songs.

FUN TABLE NAMES We’ve all seen the traditional table numbers and names, so choose something a bit more unusual to spark conversation among your guests. The sky’s the limit here – restaurants you and your fiancé love, silly nicknames you’ve given each other, or how about your favourite lines from movies?

CONFETTI BAR Give your guests the chance to make their own confetti mix!

Simply buy several bags of different coloured petals, paper shapes or glitter, and display them in large mason jars or buckets with scoops. Set out some confetti bags or cones nearby, and your guests can pick and mix as they please.

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TASTING BAR If you and your partner share a love of a certain type of drink (such as gin, tequila or whisky) then why not set up a tasting bar for your grown-up guests?

Buy a variety of bottles of your favourite spirit (it doesn’t have to break the bank – five or six types is fine!), and set them up on a beautifully-decorated

table with small glasses and tasting notes on each.

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NECKLACES You could gift these to your bridesmaids on the day – their own personalised named jewellery

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TEMPORARY TATTOOS Add a little ink to your wedding guests’ looks with a temporary tattoo station! You can buy wedding tattoos to match your theme, a mix of classic tattoo designs, or have them personalised with your wedding dates. Simply leave in a bowl, provide instructions and some damp sponges, and you’re good to go!

if you’re having an outdoor butter, Baileys and salted ceremony, you can pair it with a caramel), they’re easy to stack balloon release on the first kiss! into towers, and can be served with ice cream as dessert.

COMIC BOOK FLOWERS If you or your fiancé are FAIRGROUND RIDES big fans of comic books or For brides with a little extra superheroes, then why not budget, there’s no wedding integrate them into your entertainment more fun than décor? Make paper flowers a fairground ride! You can out of your favourite comic hire large rides like helter strips and use them in your skelters, dodgems and ferris bouquet, as cake decorations wheels for weddings, which are or as buttonholes. They’re fun, guaranteed to keep guests of colourful, and won’t wilt! all ages entertained.

BALLOON BOUQUETS Instead of flower bouquets, ask your bridesmaids to walk down the aisle carrying balloons. It’s a cute and quirky alternative for those on a budget or those who suffer from allergies. Plus

BROWNIE WEDDING CAKE Not a fan of traditional wedding cake? Instead of a fruitcake or sponge, why not serve your guests brownies?

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NAME NECKLACES Brides often gift bridesmaids their jewellery to wear on the day, but if you want to give your girls something you know they’ll love, why not give them personalised name necklaces?

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favourite TV show or movie CD FAVOURS (lightsabers or Mickey Mouse This is the ideal favour for ears), or your wedding hashtag. music-loving couples. No doubt you’ve had a blast putting together your wedding FOUR-LEGGED FRIEND Can’t imagine the day without day playlist, so it’s only right to share it with your guests! your canine companion?

Burn your favourite wedding Then why not make your dog songs onto CDs and then print part of the wedding party? a custom sleeve with your Well-trained dogs can make names and playlist on to give great ring-bearers, and you’re away as favours on the big day. guaranteed some pretty cute That way your guests will have photos of your pooch coming excellent memories of your down the aisle – especially wedding whenever they hear if they don’t mind wearing a those songs! bow-tie or floral collar.

PERSONALISED PROPS Photo booth props are great fun for photographs. But forget the standard props that come with most packages – provide your own personalised props, instead! You could get cardboard or balloon letters in your initials, props from your

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You could consider having them made in a specific colour to match your own scheme.

Everyone will know who they are on the big day, and they’ll get plenty of use out of them afterwards, too.

Choose an unusual date Whether its New Year’s Eve, Halloween or Easter Sunday, your guests will look forward to celebrating with your unusual (but fun) choice of wedding date with you.

Pick a theme A unique wedding theme will wow your guest s and give you an exciting project to plan ahead of your big day.

Wear something wonderful Not only will your wedding photographer be taking snaps of you throughout the day, but all eyes will be on you during your ceremony, reception, first dance and more.

Spend time choosing a perfect (perhaps quirky) outfit!

Serve spectacular food At Bijou, we’re always being complimented about the food we serve, which means that people are both remembering and talking about it. If you want your guest s to talk about the food you serve on your big day, take your time to select an exciting and interesting menu.

PUPPY POWER A well-behaved dog can absolutely be a ring-bearer – but accept they’ll get the biggest “Awww!” of the day!

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Have a special send off Waving goodbye to your guests will be a mome nt to remember – whether it be after an incredible fireworks display or as you bid them farewell as you drive off (in something special?) ahead of your honeymoon .

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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Manor wedding venues Spectacular country mansions that will make you and your partner fall in love – all over again SILCHESTER HOUSE

Country living

Are you planning a small wedding in the Berkshire or Hampshire region? Looking for the ultimate country house in which to host your unforgettable party? Then look no further, because Silchester House is worth a visit. This stylish wedding venue offers exclusivity for 24 hours, wonderful grounds to host an outdoor wedding ceremony if you wish, as well as a light and airy Music Room for indoor ceremonies and banqueting. And as if that wasn’t enough, there are a further three reception rooms, in addition to the inviting hall.

A total of 14 guest bedrooms make Silchester House a perfect party venue, and with Bijou’s specialist service helping you every step of the way, you’ll be sure to enjoy the most delightful of country house weddings.

Top three venue features • Stunning grounds for a summer outdoor ceremony • Romantic Music Room for banqueting and celebrating • Choice of two beautifully appointed bridal suites

NOTLEY ABBEY

Historic charm Notley Abbey is a one-of-a-kind wedding venue located on the border of Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. A long, impressive and truly stunning tree-lined driveway leads to a charming wedding venue that sings with historic beauty. Here you will be able to host your wedding ceremony and/or celebration for up to 190 guests. Complete with a turret, glorious gardens, nine elegant bedrooms and a stunning medieval barn, Notley Abbey is a must-see if you’re looking for a romantic venue that oozes charm and elegance throughout.

As part of the Bijou group of wedding venues, your special day will be carefully planned and managed by you and the Bijou team. No stone will be left unturned when it comes to managing all of the details that will make your wedding a truly magical one.

Top three venue features • Wondrous tree-lined approach • Large, rustic barn for ceremonies and celebrating • Historic walled gardens and grounds ideal for those allimportant wedding pics

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BOTLEYS MANSION

Exquisite elegance This exquisite Surrey mansion is a must-see wedding venue if you love the idea of hosting your big day with a bit of added extra luxury. As with all Bijou wedding venues, every aspect of the homefrom-home style wedding venue has been updated and upgraded with the utmost care and precision, offering you an unforgettable space in which to host your dream wedding for up to 250 guests.

Botleys Mansion features a fairytale approach with a fountain and sweeping grand staircase that leads in to a glamorous entrance hall. Depending on the size of your guest list, romantic wedding ceremonies can be held in one of two elegant rooms. Guests will be welcomed down to the magnificent glass-roof atrium to enjoy your own hand-picked menu, followed by dancing and evening entertainment throughout the night. A luxurious bridal suite awaits the newlywed couple after an unforgettable fireworks display across the stunning parkland in which Botleys Mansion is situated.

Top three venue features • Grand, chandelier-lit entrance hall • Super-elegant wedding ceremony room • Impressive glass-roof atrium for dining and dancing

CAIN MANOR

Rustic romance Couples who walk through the doors at Cain Manor will marvel at the gorgeous characteristics everywhere they look, whether it’s the spacious, beamed library featuring two fireplaces or the light, airy barn and magnificent grounds. This is an ideal wedding venue throughout the year; it’s dreamy during the spring and summer, and cosy during the colder months – the ultimate excuse to serve anything from hot chocolate to hot toddies!

The Music Room at Cain Manor can accommodate up to 123 guests for a romantic wedding ceremony and banquet, and up to 170 during the evening when guests are able to enjoy The Library, the sensational grounds and the 13 bedrooms that are in addition to the splendid bridal suite.

Top three venue features • Incredible views stretching far across the wonderful country garden • Beautiful barn-style Music Room featuring cathedral windows and Minstrels’ gallery • Feature fireplaces – ideal for snug winter weddings

BIJOU WEDDING VENUE HIGHLIGHTS • Exclusive hire for 24 hours • In-house team of expert banqueting chefs • On-site accommodation • Specialist wedding planning support throughout • Communication via a proprietary online wedding planner • Magnificent grounds • Outdoor wedding opportunities available (season and weather dependent) • Convenient locations across the south-east of England • Recommended Bijou Partners list

Website: bijouweddingvenues.co.uk Email: yourday@bijouweddings.co.uk Phone: 0345 130 9966

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OUTDOOR DINING Embrace the season in which your wedding falls and you and your guests will have a delicious dining experience!

Spring Take inspiration from Easter!

If you’ve got a sweet tooth then this is ideal, because you can theme your menu around chocolate and sweets. You could have an Easter egginspired wedding cake, hot cross buns for your evening snacks, and Easter egg nests for the little’uns.

If you want something a little more traditional for an Easter wedding, then you could opt for a lamb roast for your main, with a classic Simnel cake for dessert.

Don’t feel restricted to just Easter, though. Instead, you could opt for a fresh and light menu to make the most of all the seasonal vegetables in spring. Pick a lighter meat such as chicken or fish, and pair it with crisp flavours like asparagus or watercress.

The weather warms up in late spring, so you can even risk a food van outside! British classics like fish and chips or an ice cream van will be popular among your guests, and can be budget-friendly.

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Summer The brighter weather and longer evenings mean that you have plenty of catering options in the summer, including a good old-fashioned barbecue.

Barbecues are ideal for all kinds of weddings, because they can be as formal or as casual as you want, and they’re often more budgetfriendly than a three-course seated meal. As well as classic burgers and sausages, why not consider including barbecued prawns or fish, lamb skewers, plenty of veggies, and halloumi?

Another more casual option is the picnic approach, which seems to be a popular trend for weddings in 2017 and 2018. You can either have these served at the table, with large picnic baskets acting as centrepieces, or go full-on summer and have your guests eat on comfy picnic blankets outside (although we recommend including cushions and hale bays for older guests who won’t want to sit on the floor). The staple of a British picnic menu include pies, quiches, pasta and couscous, rustic bread and dips, and easy-to-eat desserts such as brownies and strawberries.

Alternatively, have you contemplated a more exotic route? A Caribbean or islandthemed menu could include a barbecue with tropical slaw, seafood and lots of fresh, zesty salads! Don’t forget to add those delicious fruity cocktails – frozen daiquiris and margaritas!

SIZZLING SNACKS British summertime and barbecues go together like peas in a pod!

Autumn

Another American trend is embracing the Halloween spirit, which is ideal if you’re getting married in October!

Include pumpkins and squash As the nights start to draw in galore (such as in pies, soups and the weather begins to or stews), and create a fun get colder, your food should themed dessert table filled with reflect this. Everybody loves spooky treats, such as toffee warming comfort foods, so apples and Rice Krispie cakes. make the most of seasonal If you love the idea of fruit and root vegetables. more casual meal set-ups, One of our favourite then why not try a sharing autumn trends (inspired by board? Plenty of wedding our friends across the pond in venues now offer this familythe US) is switching out your style option for starters and wedding cake for pies. You mains, and the strong flavours could either have a tiered pie, work perfectly for autumn. or go for a pie dessert table We’re thinking Mediterranean that offers a whole range of mezze or antipasti boards for different flavours, such as starters, and roast joints for apple, cherry and blueberry. mains. Delicious!

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Winter

sticky toffee pudding or Yule log. Remember, no Christmas meal is complete without mince pies and mulled wine!

If, however, you’re fed If your wedding is scheduled up of solstice-style roasts or your wedding is in January or for November or December, February, then take a leaf out then of course you might of the Danish’s book and take be influenced by Christmas on their hygge philosophy – feasts! But don’t feel like serve your guests some cozy you have go for turkey – you could opt for a delicious ham, mountain-inspired meals.

Go for Raclette (a traditional goose or beef Wellington instead. Top it off with all the melted cheese meal served in the Alps), tartiflette, goulash roast trimmings, and finish and fondue, followed by with delicious desserts like

kaiserschmarrn (Austrian pancakes), all washed down with hot chocolate and mulled cider.

Alternatively, you could go for simple – but nonetheless popular – casual, comfort food. Couples are eschewing the three-course meal or classic roast and are instead going with their favourite classics, such as macaroni cheese, bangers and mash or shepherd’s pie. We also love the idea of serving up an evening jacket potato bar!

XMAS EXTRAVAGANCE A hearty roast is bound to go down well. Don’t forget the brussels sprouts!

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This is a fab way for you and your hens to test your collective brain power. Can you collaborate, think outside the box and find a way out of a staged locked room? What would Sherlock, Miss Marple or Jonathan Creek see in this scenario? Anything and everything could be a clue. Could the hands on that broken clock represent the combination to the safe? And for the competitive among you, there’s a time limit! ukescapegames.com

A weekend away with the girls that you’ll never forget

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INFLATABLE GAMES Quite possibly the ultimate yin to a Ladies Day yang. Put your heels back in their box and instead lace up your gym trainers. This is the chance you’ve been waiting for – to don an oversized, ridiculous animal costume and race your friends across a wacky inflatable obstacle course!

There will be silly outfits, competitions galore and, most important of all, tears of laughter. Remember when planning your hen that these outdoor activities tend to be only be available in warmer months of the year. gohen.com/activities/ inflatable-games.asp

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All aboard! This odd, opentop vehicle comes with a driver, but you’ll all be facing each other, seated at a table, enjoying a glass of vino… all while you pedal around the city! There’s space for a VIP section, too. Don’t forget your phone or Spotify playlist to play over the speakers, and an appropriate banner to display along the back of the vehicle. Fancy dress is strongly encouraged. pedibus.co.uk

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Think bigger than another night down the local pub…

FOOT-GOLF What do you do if half of the group like football, but the other half prefer the slower pace of golf?

Easy: you combine the two sports into one! Played on an actual golf course, you’ll be kicking a football down the fairway, rather than teeing off. This is an ideal, relaxing group activity – perfect if, for reasons unknown, some of the party are, ahem, struggling with sore heads from the night before… foot-golf-uk.com

THE CRYSTAL MAZE The TV show we all watched back in yesteryear is now available for members of the public. Put your wits and physical ability to the test in the four famous zones: Aztec, Industrial, Medieval and Futuristic! You know the shtick; complete challenges in time to earn those precious crystals. The more crystals you earn gains you more time in the hallowed Crystal Dome. the-crystal-maze.com/the-experience

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Nothing quite blasts the hangover away like battling upstream in fresh Peak District waters! Be prepared to get wet – very wet! You’ll be pitting yourself against the current and climbing up waterfalls. Can you work together to build a human dam? All of this is set against the stunning remote vistas of one of the UK’s most beautiful National Parks. bluemountainactivities.co.uk

CANAL BOAT HIRE At some point in every man’s life he’s wanted to be a pirate. Sure, a canal boat might not be The Black Pearl, but there’s nothing stopping you all wearing a tricorn and singing shanties as you navigate down the waterways and through locks. There will, no doubt, be riverside pubs where you could drop anchor, moor up and swig a nip of rum (or two or three)… ukcanalboating.com THESTAGANDHENEXPERIENCE.COM

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PUB CRAWL TREASURE HUNT Add a bit of creativity and competition to your pub crawl!

This involves a mobile app that tracks your GPS, unlocking the next spot of the route once your phone recognises you’ve made it to the current required location. It has quizzes, timed challenges and, of course, penalty points. You can even track who is in the lead! Available across many UK cities. wearewildgoose.com

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OVER SE A S We asked model and real bride Rhian Sugden to tell us about planning her dream day in Kalkan HOW DID YOUR FIANCÉ PROPOSE? Oliver proposed to me while on stage at the Opera House in Manchester. He was touring the country with Black Coffee (an Agatha Christie classic). My mum,

best friends, Jak and Aeron, appeared out of nowhere, leading a choir to the front of the auditorium. They all started to sing To Be With You by Mr Big. The next thing I know, Oliver has jumped off the stage and sister and friends were all got down on one knee. among the 1000-strong It was very romantic audience. I had no idea he and a massive shock, but I was even thinking about couldn’t have asked for a proposing, let alone doing it better proposal. Oliver also in front of such a big crowd! made sure a videographer At the end of the was on hand to capture it performance, two of my all, so we can watch it back.

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WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO MARRY OVERSEAS? Abroad wasn’t the original plan. We viewed several UK venues first, but nothing really stood out to us.

Don’t get me wrong: we saw some lovely locations, but the prices were extortionate compared to a wedding overseas. We couldn’t justify spending that kind of money. Besides, you can’t guarantee the weather over here!

Kalkan is our favourite holiday destination; we love everything about it.

While holidaying there this year, we realised this is our happy place. Sunshine, great food, and we can have a wedding week rather than a wedding day.

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I don’t mind telling you.

However, the biggest difficulty so far has been my guest list. What a nightmare some people can be when it comes to an RSVP! We did it electronically so guests could reply in an easy way through email (it updates our guest list automatically). I think out of the 70 people that we’ve invited, only three have used the system and replied correctly. Some RSVP’d ‘yes’ even though they can’t actually come, while others haven’t responded but they are attending.

Rhian Sugden & Oliver Mellor Wedding date: September 2018 Ultimately, I regret Wedding location: Kalkan, Turkey doing it all using email. It so I don’t collapse hasn’t made things easier. in the heat.

I still had to ring up all my I have a few the people that I care about guests individually. more left to try on, but then most to be there on my I need to make a decision. I special day, and I want it WHAT’S THE THEME know I’ve tried on too many to be personal to us.

OF YOUR WEDDING? – my mind is frazzled.

A low key event where Laid-back, beachy, boho But when I finally make a everybody is genuinely vibes (I think!). I haven’t got choice, I’ll let you know! having a good time and that far, yet. The venue and enjoying the food and music place where we’re getting TO YOU, WHAT IS THE would be ideal. married is spectacular, so I PERFECT WEDDING? I don’t need bunches HOW HAVE YOU FOUND don’t think much of a theme To me, the perfect wedding and bunches of flowers THE PLANNING PROCESS is needed. Colour scheme is marrying the person I and candles galore to make will be dusky pink and gold. want to spend the rest of SO FAR? my day special. I just want I don’t plan on wearing my life with. I don’t want a happy faces, lots of dancing, So far (touch wood) I am shoes. It’s going to be 30enjoying planning for my pretentious wedding where and I suppose a glass of wedding. Colour scheme is 35C (86-95F) in Turkey, so a fortune has been spent to prosecco would be nice to picked, save the dates have I’m going light on impress the guests. I want top it all off! the accessories. gone out, venue is booked, bridesmaid dresses are CAN YOU TELL US ordered… All of that has ANYTHING ABOUT been a breeze. I’ve also got a wedding planner based in YOUR DRESS? If only I knew!

Kalkan, so she will be able to help me source things we People keep telling me ‘When you need out there, too.

The wedding dress itself know, you know,’ but I don’t think I has been a struggle for me. ever will. I’m never I must have tried on over 100% happy about 60 dresses. I don’t want any of my outfits. a ‘boobie’ dress, which is I know I want quite difficult with me being an A-line dress, big up top. I still haven’t high-necked and not decided on a dress and it’s stressing me out quite a bit, too much material SHINE ON PHOTOGRAPHY

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THE WEDDING AFFAIR 15TH OCTOBER Oulton Hall, West Yorkshire.

21ST OCTOBER Wakefield Cathedral. theweddingaffair.co.uk

THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW 21ST-22ND OCTOBER ExCeL London. thenationalweddingshow.co.uk THE WEDDING FAIRS 21ST–22ND OCTOBER West Midlands. theweddingfairs.com

THE VINTAGE CHIC WEDDING FAIRS 15TH OCTOBER Ettington Park Hotel, THE NATIONAL Stratford upon Avon.

WEDDING SHOW vintagechicweddingfair.co.uk 28TH-29TH OCTOBER Manchester Central. thenationalweddingshow.co.uk CAPTIVATING EVENTS 15TH OCTOBER The Surrey Countryside Wedding Show, Mercure Buford Bridge Hotel, THE WEDDING AFFAIR Dorking, Surrey.

5TH NOVEMBER 22ND OCTOBER Wood Hall Hotel & Spa, The Berkshire Wedding Trip Lane Linton near Show, Fredrick’s Hotel, Wetherby, West Yorkshire.

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12TH NOVEMBER Cobden Hotel, Birmingham. 21ST JANUARY colourweddingandevents.co.uk The Macdonald Berystede Ascot Wedding Show, Ascot, Berkshire.

28TH JANUARY The Donnington Grove Newbury Wedding Show, CAPTIVATING EVENTS Newbury, Berkshire.

7TH JANUARY captivatingevents.co.uk The Coppid Beech Hotel Bracknell Wedding Show, THE WEDDING AFFAIR Bracknell, Berkshire.

21ST JANUARY 14TH JANUARY York Marriott.

The Middlesex and Bucks theweddingaffair.co.uk Wedding Show, The Bull

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