Love Our Wedding - December 2017

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ISSUE 30 DECEMBER 2017

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Beautiful bride LOOK DREAMY IN YOUR DRESS WITH OUR TOP TIPS

Fabulous favours WEDDING FAVOUR IDEAS YOUR GUESTS WILL LOVE

STEP UP BRIDAL SHOES FOR EVERY BUDGET P50

SLIMMING WORLD RECIPES

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LOVE YOUR SHAPE! GOWNS THAT MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR FIGURE

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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

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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BLACK AND WHITE Take your pick from this selection of classy monochrome stationery

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FABULOUS FAVOURS Tons of thoughtful and cute ideas for the table

Contents DECEMBER 2017

ISSUE 30 DECEMBER 2017

Beautiful bride

WEDDING FAVOUR IDEAS YOUR GUESTS WILL LOVE

LOOK DREAMY IN YOUR DRESS WITH THESE TOP TIPS

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SHOW IT OFF Beautiful dresses that make the most of your figure CHRISTMAS SLIM-FEST Indulge in these tasty, healthy dishes this festive season

STEP UP BRIDAL SHOES FOR EVERY BUDGET

SLIMMING WORLD RECIPES

Chloe Bridals

E FOR THE FESTIV SEASON

FRESH NEW DESIGNS FROM THE UK’S HOTTEST BRIDAL BRAND

LOVE YOUR SHAPE! GOWNS THAT MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR FIGURE

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SALES EXECUTIVE Martha Cooke martha@meanttobemedia.com SLINKY DRESSES What material will you pick for your bridesmaid dresses?

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SAVE OR SPLURGE? We’ve got the heels for you, whether you’re planning to spend big or grab a bargain

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FAVOURITE FIVE A range of gorgeous, glittering jewellery

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REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS Four couples share their special day with us

THE SUBLIME LE PAPILLON

BY MODECA COLLECTION

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LOOKING FOR ENZOANI? CHECK OUT THESE AMAZING BOUTIQUES

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GIVE YOUR WEDDING THE ITALIAN TOUCH IN DELIGHTFUL DORSET

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LIVE THE LIFE OF LUXURY IN THE FABULOUS LORD BUTE HOTEL

SALES EXECUTIVE Pippa Florijn pippa@meanttobemedia.com ONLINE EDITOR Carrie Marsden carrie@loveourweddingmag.com CONTRIBUTORS Donna Berridge

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ART DIRECTOR Andy Allen andy@meanttobemedia.com

Fabulous favours

16 PAGES OF AMAZING REAL-LIFE CELEBRATIONS

EDITOR (MATERNITY LEAVE) Jade Pepperell jade@meanttobemedia.com

PRODUCTION EDITOR Tom Harrod tom@meanttobemedia.com

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PRINTS CHARMING Embrace colour with these perfectly patterned dresses

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WINTER WOODLAND For all those little finishing touches

Love Our Wedding magazine has a readership in excess of 30,000. The magazine is distributed every month throughout the UK to selected bridal boutiques, wedding venues and wedding fairs.

Love Our Wedding is an official partner of the BBSA.

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My favourite picks this month!

1. These crystal hairpins

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elcome to our fabulously festive December issue, and the last issue of 2017! We’ve had a brilliant year, welcoming plenty of new brides and boutiques to the Love Our Wedding family, and we can’t wait for all the exciting new developments to come in 2018.

As we approach the new year, we’ve filled our pages with helpful advice and inspiration for brides tying the knot in 2018 and beyond. There are fun ideas for favours (page 88), at-home exercises to help you rock your wedding dress (page 47), and must-have shots for your wedding album (page 81). But without a doubt, my favourite feature has to be figure-flattering wedding dresses (page 14) – there’s nothing more beautiful than a confident, happy bride!

I’d also like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very happy Christmas from myself and the Love Our Wedding team – and we can’t wait to hear about IZZY HICKS your wedding planning journey in the Acting Editor new year!

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from Laurel Lime have a real boho glamour to them 2. This Kaya gown from the 2018 Blue by Enzoani collection is so chic – I absolutely love it!

3. I’m a sucker for sparkles – can you believe these Dune heels are under £100?

4. How adorable is this sequin flowergirl dress from Wild & Gorgeous? Perfect for the festive season 5. Floral hoops are the new bouquet, and this wreath from The White Bulb is especially beautiful

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IVORY & CO DIANE LEGRAND

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Dress to impress Flaunt your favourite features – whether it’s your legs, arms, waist or neckline

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ESSENSE OF AUSTRALIA ALLURE BRIDALS

RICHARD DESIGNS PURE BRIDAL

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JASMINE BRIDAL

CATHERINE PARRY

ELLA ROSA

AMARÉ COUTURE BRIDAL

MARTINA LIANA

VICTORIA JANE

MARK LESLEY

ROMANTICA OF DEVON

CHARLOTTE BALBIER

ALLURE BRIDALS

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MADISON JAMES JUSTIN ALEXANDER

CALLISTA

BLUE BY ENZOANI

MORILEE ELBETH GILLIS

JASMINE BRIDAL KENNETH WINSTON

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hloe Bridals have introduced some fabulous new collections for 2018, including the brand new Signature and Couture lines, which guarantee that there’s a Chloe gown to suit every bride out there.

Whether you’re looking for full-on glamour in the form of head-to-toe sequins,

or an effortless slip dress that’s perfect for a beach wedding, these new designs from Chloe cover a huge range of styles, fabrics and silhouettes. There are even mix-and-match options to help you switch things up, meaning you’re sure to find the perfect dress for your big day! Find out more by visiting chloebridals.com.

PARADISE COLLECTION These easy-to-pack lightweight gowns in crepe and chiffon hug the figure and are perfect for destination weddings.

Features include low backs with sheer lace sides, long sleeves and cowl necklines, sweeping full glass trains, and tiny beaded waist belts.

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Chloe Bridals Whether it’s a wedding abroad or something closer to home, these collections are absolutely stunning

SIGNATURE COLLECTION This collection is made up of romantic gowns in lace and tulle with details like horse-hair hems, beaded lace bodices, low backs, figure-hugging waists and full skirts. Colourways include vintage champagnes and light ivories and hints of pastel pink.

COUTURE COLLECTION The Couture Collection concentrates on unusual fabrics such as sequins with hand-sewn pearls, dresses with sharp lines, and figure-hugging styles.

Expect to see full mermaid skirts, sexy low backs, detachable long sleeves and layers of tulle and lace.

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BY MODECA A sublime series of gowns – each of which offers you irresistible charm and style BREDA THIS ILLUSION NECKLINE OFFERS THE CHANCE TO SHOW OFF SOME OF THE BEAUTIFUL INTRICACIES TO THIS DESIGN

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BLUEBELL WHAT A BOW BENEATH THAT DEEP V! BOHO PATTERNS TESSELLATE ACROSS THIS DELIGHTFUL LACE GOWN

BLISS THIS MODERN BALLGOWN IS GUARANTEED TO TURN HEADS WITH ITS RUFFLE SKIRT AND LACE HALTERNECK

BETH 274 STYLE OFF-THEATHESE GORGEOUS A-LINE SHOULDER DRESS WITH STRAPS HIDDEN ARE SUCH A DREAM! POCKETS AND A TOGETHERDETAIL WITH THE SPARKLING DRAMATIC V-LINE, ON THE NECKLINE THIS HAS THE WOW FACTOR AND THEN SOME!

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BEATRICE THIS CREPE GOWN IS IN A DIFFERENT CLASS. THE WAY THE LACE PATTERNS TRAVEL DOWN TO THE HIPS… AND JUST WAIT UNTIL YOU SEE THE OPEN BACK!

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THE HARROGATE WEDDING LOUNGE

SHOPPING IN STYLE There’s a whole range of Enzoani gowns waiting for you at Enzoani’s platinum stockists

with Enzoani...

For the ultimate in customer service, hard work and dedication to their brides, visit these Enzoani Platinum Stockists around the UK PETTICOAT LANE BRIDAL ”Petticoat Lane is a pretty little bridal shop based in Hillsborough, County Down, Northern Ireland.

We pride ourselves in excellent customer service and fabulous wedding gowns in a beautifully relaxed atmosphere. Brides-to-be will

County Down BT26 6AB Tel: 02892 689974 petticoatlanebridal.com

BELLISSIMA WEDDINGS “Boasting nearly all of the current gowns from the flagship label Enzoani, our be seriously impressed by the beautiful ‘shop within a shop’ selection of dresses to choose is an fantastic experience not to be missed. Our awardfrom, all while being treated winning staff are on hand like a princess and offered refreshments, friendly advice to guide you through the process of both choosing and help.” and ordering your dream gown, and we know you’re Store Info going to be blown away by 1-3 Lisburn Street the whole experience.

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We also stock an enormous range of Blue by Enzoani dresses and selected designs from the Beautiful collection as well. Whatever your budget, we’re confident we can find the perfect gown for you!”

Store Info 22 Market Square South Woodham Ferrers Chelmsford Essex CM3 5XA Tel: 01245 323585 bellissimaweddings.co.uk LAURA MAY BRIDAL “Laura May Bridal have two bridal boutiques nestled in the heart of Cardiff. We have a diverse and unique range of designers and collections, so every bride has a special experience when visiting the two establishments.

Laura May are proud to offer a variety of styles and designs to suit every bride,

PRINCESS GLAMOUR Mallory: just one of the many new gorgeous gowns from the Enzoani 2018 collection

journey towards your magical day should be filled with fun, excitement and laughter.

So that’s what we set out to do, for every single bride, every single day. Our stock is updated regularly and with over 200 dresses in store – along with our vast amount of expertise in the bridal industry – we are confident that we can provide you with everything you wish for and more. Having been an Enzoani stockist from when Enzoani first came into the UK market, the ladies at TDR Bridal have a huge wealth of knowledge and experience.”

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no matter what type of wedding they are planning.

Along with our exceptional customer service, we know you will enjoy visiting us.”

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THE HARROGATE WEDDING LOUNGE “Established in April 2009, the Harrogate Wedding Lounge is a luxury bridal shopping experience in beautiful surroundings with customer service and attention to detail that is winning Best Bridal Retailer in second to none. We are Cardiff Scotland in 2010 and 2006. here to help you push your CF10 1AE Opus Couture have also been own boundaries and to Tel: 02920 344700 nominated for Best Bridal understand that a wedding is lauramaybridal.co.uk Retailer in Scotland for two personal, there are no right years in a row for the Bridal and wrongs – only the limits OPUS COUTURE Buyer Awards.” of your own imagination. We “Opus Couture was are committed to guiding established in 2003 by Sharon Store Info you 100% of the way when it McPherson and has become 23 Ritchie Street comes to finding your bridal one of Scotland’s leading West Kilbride style, and we know you’ll bridal salons, offering a Ayrshire enjoy the journey!” very high level of customer KA23 9AL service. Opus’ success has Tel: 01294 824838 Store Info been achieved through 38 Forest Lane Head quality of service, experience opuscouture.co.uk Harrogate North Yorkshire and in-house expertise, which THE DRESSING HG2 7TF has been recognised by ROOMS BRIDAL Tel: 01423 888242 winning the VOWS Industry “TDR believe that your Award in 2016, as well as theharrogateweddinglounge.com

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ho says it has to be all white on the night? Not us – we adore the phenomenal patterns on display here! Perhaps your theme might require a dress that has an accompanying print to match. Going monochrome? Country meadow?

1940s Hollywood glamour? Happily for you, there’s a pattern out there to fit your every need.

Whether you’re thinking of eye-catching or subtle, let these magnificent dresses be your muse.

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satin and tulle – there’s one constant that all of these dresses share, and that’s class and quality.

Each dress here features a waistband, but we were drawn to Style E18216 with its adorable floral hints and off-the-shoulder neckline.

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ooking for relaxed yet beautiful gowns with feminine styling and luxurious fabrics? The Platinum Bay collection from Ivory & Co could be the perfect choice for you. This stunning new collection was inspired by the beauty of lush island greenery and whitesand beaches, with flowing materials, flattering silhouettes and easy-to-wear styling. You can even customise your dress for a unique, one-ofa-kind bridal look! Find your nearest stockist at ivoryandcobridal.co.uk.

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FIND MY VENUE! THE PERFECT UK SETTINGS FOR YOU, P119

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FIVE FABULOUS BIG DAYS PACKED WITH IDEAS

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How to choose your venue

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VEGETARIAN CHRISTMAS ROAST Ready in 1 hour 20 minutes INGREDIENTS 75g dried brown basmati rice 65g dried Puy lentils SERVES Low-calorie cooking spray 1 medium onion, chopped 1 celery stick, chopped 2 tsp chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, thyme, rosemary, sage), plus chopped parsley to serve 1 tsp paprika 2 tbsp tomato purée 1 tsp Marmite or yeast extract ½ x 400g can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained 1 medium carrot, peeled and coarsely grated 1 large egg, beaten 15g pecans, roughly chopped 1 level tbsp reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated Vegetables, to serve For the tomato sauce 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary (plus sprigs to garnish) 3 garlic cloves, crushed 2 x 400g can peeled cherry tomatoes in juice, juice reserved

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METHOD Put the rice, 150ml boiling water and a pinch of salt into a small saucepan over a high heat. Cover and bring to the boil, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 25 minutes. By which time all the water should have been absorbed. Turn off the heat and leave for five minutes, still covered. Uncover and set aside.

Meanwhile, put the lentils into a saucepan of cold water, bring to the boil over a high heat and then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside. At the same time, spray a non-stick saucepan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a low heat. Add the onion, celery, herbs and some seasoning, and then stir, cover and cook for 10 minutes or until soft. Uncover, then stir in the paprika and cook for one minute more. Stir in the tomato purée and Marmite or yeast extract. Preheat the oven (180C/fan 160C/ gas 4). Spray a 450g loaf tin with low-calorie cooking spray and line with nonstick baking paper. Tip the cannellini beans into a mixing bowl and crush into a paste with a masher. Add the cooked vegetables, carrot and egg and mix well, then stir in the rice, lentils and some seasoning to taste. Spoon the mixture into the loaf tin and lightly level the top. Sprinkle with the pecans and cheese and bake for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, make the tomato sauce. Spray a saucepan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat. Add the rosemary and garlic then when they start to sizzle, add the tomato juices from the cans and simmer, stirring until reduced and thickened. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and simmer for two minutes. Garnish with rosemary sprigs, season to taste and keep warm. Lift the roast out of the tin and leave it to sit for five minutes before slicing. Scatter over the parsley and serve hot with the tomato sauce and your favourite vegetables.

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PEPPERED LAMB WITH SAFFRON POTATOES

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SERVES

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INGREDIENTS 2.2kg leg of lamb, bone-in, visible fat removed Leaves of 4 fresh rosemary sprigs, plus a large sprig to garnish 6 garlic cloves, cut into thin matchsticks 2 tsp coarsely ground mixed peppercorns Large pinch of saffron threads 1 tbsp ras el hanout spice mix 500ml boiling vegetable stock Finely grated zest and juice of 1 unwaxed lemon Low-calorie cooking spray 2kg floury potatoes such as King Edward, peeled and thinly sliced 2 large red onions, thinly sliced Vegetables, to serve

METHOD Preheat the oven to 230C/fan 210C/gas 8.

Using a sharp knife, make about 20 deep cuts in the lamb and poke in half of the

rosemary and all of the garlic. Season with the peppercorns and put the lamb in a non-stick roasting tin. Mix together the saffron, ras el hanout, stock, lemon zest and juice in a heatproof jug and set aside. Spray another large non-stick roasting tin with a little low-calorie cooking spray and layer the potatoes, red onions and remaining rosemary in it, seasoning to taste as you go. Pour over the saffron stock. Roast the lamb and potatoes for 20 minutes then reduce the heat to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4 and roast for a further 1 hour 25 minutes, checking the potatoes from time to time (cover them with foil if they’re getting a bit too brown for your liking). Drain any fat from the lamb and rest for a few minutes then transfer to a serving dish with the potatoes and a rosemary garnish.

Carve and serve hot with your choice of vegetables to finish.

CHOC ‘N’ DATE BROWNIES Ready in 40 minutes

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INGREDIENTS 16 2 large brown-skinned sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and diced 100g porridge oats 3 level tbsp sweetener 1 medium egg* 12 dried medjool dates, stoned and roughly chopped 2 level tbsp low-fat spread 6 level tbsp cocoa powder (or raw cacao powder, available in larger supermarkets) 16 raspberries ½ level tsp icing sugar, to dust

METHOD Preheat your oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4 and line the base and sides of an 18cm square loose bottomed cake tin with non-stick baking paper.

Steam the sweet potatoes for 10 minutes or until tender (use a steamer or put them in a covered colander placed over a saucepan of boiling water and steam over a high heat).

Leave to cool slightly. Put the oats into a food processor and blitz until you have fine crumbs. Add the sweetener, egg, dates, spread, cocoa powder, sweet potatoes and a pinch of salt, and whizz to a thick, smooth paste.

Pour into the prepared tin, level the surface and carefully poke in the raspberries (placing them so that each brownie will get 1 raspberry). Bake for 35 minutes then leave to cool in the tin.

Turn out on to a board then peel away and discard the baking paper. Cut into 16 squares and dust with icing sugar to serve. *Pregnant women, the elderly, babies and toddlers are advised to choose eggs showing the British Lion stamp if eating raw or partially cooked eggs

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TONING UP It’s time to get into shape with these easy-tofollow exercises from the team at pepilates.co.uk ARM CIRCLES Stand up and extend your arms out by the sides (arms parallel to the floor, at a 90-degree angle to your torso). Gently close your ribs at the front and position your torso so your spine is long. Slowly start to make circles about one foot in diameter with each arm at the same time. Breathe fully into your lungs as you perform the movement. Continue this motion for about 10 seconds and thenTO reverse theYOUR movement in IN the 3 MOVES TONE ARMS opposite direction.

Repeat thisBIG sequence TIME FOR YOUR DAY 10 times.

No matter what wedding dress style you choose, every bride’s arms need to be TRICEP DIP KICKS toned and defined especially if you are Sit on the floor with your knees bent with your feetconsidering flat on a strapless dress. The four the floor. Lean your torso back 45 degrees and place yourbelow, from the team at Pepilates, moves hands on the floor slightly behind the hips. Bring your left will work the shoulders, triceps and knee to your chest, putting your left foot on top ofbiceps, your giving your upper body and allright knee, and then lift your hips off the ground. Return over workout set to turn heads.

ARMS

THREE MOVES TO TONE YOUR ARMS No matter your wedding dress style, you’ll want your arms to be toned and defined – especially if you’re wearing a strapless dress.

The moves here, from the team at Pepilates, will work the shoulders, triceps and biceps, giving your upper body an all-over workout set to turn heads.

to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side.

Repeat 20 times.

CLASSICAL PILATES PUSHUPS Start standing tall with your arms above your head. Roll down through the spine and feel the stretch in your back and hamstrings. Once the hands touch the floor, start to walk out into the plank position. Use your hips and core to support the shape so you don’t drop in your lower back. Once in the plank position, lower down in a push-up position with the elbows skimming the sides of the body, not going out to the sides. Press back up to a plank, walk back to your feet and roll up to standing.

Repeat sequence 10 times.

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BACK FOUR MOVES TO HELP YOU WEAR A BACKLESS DRESS WITH CONFIDENCE A backless wedding dress is always a brave decision, so making sure you are toned and in tip-top condition is a must! Here are four moves from the team at Pepilates that will work your back muscles, burn fat and give you the confidence to rock your dream dress in style!

SUPER(WO)MAN Lay on the floor on your stomach with your arms out in front of you. Engage your bum, hamstrings and upper back to raise your arms, legs and chest off the floor. Hold this contraction for two seconds. Make sure to engage your core to get the best results from the exercise, and exhale during this movement. This move is called ‘the super(wo)man’, because when you are holding the contracted position, you should look like Superman when he is flying.

BIRD DOG This is a classic core exercise and strengthens your backline as well as improving your balance and ability to stabilise. Get down onto all fours.

Use your hamstring and glutes to slide one leg back, while using your upper back muscles to lift your opposite arm up parallel to your torso. Keep the spine long from head to tail – no arching, now! Bring back to the original position and repeat on the other side. This counts as one repetition, and you need to repeat this 10 times.

REVERSE PLANK Sit with your legs extended in front of you, hands slightly behind your hips on the floor. Engage your core and try to pull your navel in and up towards your spine. Lift your hips up off the mat, keeping the legs straight. Gently tuck in your coccyx. If your hips sag or drop, return back to the floor and try instead with knees bent and feet flat on the mat.

The goal is to maintain a straight line and hold the reverse plank for 20-30 seconds. Begin with holding this for a few seconds while you build your strength.

SWIMMING Lie flat on your stomach, arms and legs stretched out.

Squeeze your inner thighs and heels together. Breathing continuously, pull your navel up off the mat and raise your upper back and head slightly. Simultaneously lift your right arm and your left leg. Squeeze your bottom and press your pubic bone down. Switch arms and legs in an even rhythm, like swimming. ‘Swim’ for a continuous 24 beats.

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SUMO SQUAT Stand with your feet wider than hip-width apart, toes slightly turned out, holding a medicine ball in front of your chest. Squat down as low as you can, keeping your heels on the ground, tailbone tucked in slightly, and your back straight. Engage your core for stability and use your glutes and hamstrings to press back up to standing. That’s one repetition; you need to repeat it 15 times. You can use a dumbbell or a sandbag instead of a medicine ball if you don’t have one.

LUNGE AND VARIATIONS Standing with your feet hip-distance apart, step backwards (with one knee bent, the other knee so that your thigh is parallel to the floor). Stand back up using the glute and hamstring and push through the heel of the front foot. Do this 20 times. To do a curtsy lunge, step back at a slight angle and bend your back knee behind your front knee (again, 20 times).

For a scooter lunge, bend your front leg so your thigh is parallel to the floor. Balance on your front foot and then extend your back leg (using the glutes) in and out (20 times), resting the knee between each rep. Then repeat the sequence on other leg.

CLAM PRESS Lie on your side in a straight line with your arm underneath your head for support. Engage your bottom to lift your waist up. Bend your knees into a 90-degree angle with feet in line. Make sure hips, knees and ankles are stacked.

Inhale to prepare, exhale and raise your top knee, rotating the leg bone in the socket. Keep feet together and watch you don’t roll back off the bottom hip. Complete 20 on each side.

SHOULDER BRIDGE Lie supine with knees bent, feet hip-distance apart. Exhale and peel your spine off the floor from the tailbone, one vertebra at a time. Inhale at the top, then exhale and roll the spine back down 10 times. Then, hold this position at the top, keeping the ribs closed at the front and engage the glute and hamstrings, pulsing the bottom (20 times).

LEGS & BOTTOM FOUR MOVES TO GET YOU INTO THAT MERMAID GOWN The mermaid gown is said to be best for the hourglass figure because it highlights your curves and womanly shape. In this case, having toned legs and a lifted bottom will accentuate your figure. Try out these four moves from the team at Pepilates to get rid of saddlebags and tone up your bottom!

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Richard Designs Sparkling new accessories from one of the UK’s best bridal brands…

W

e love this season’s brand new accessories collection from British brand Richard Designs.

They always dazzle us (as well as many brides out there!) with their fabulous take on jewellery,

STYLE TR3429A This hair vine is a perfect complement to your style

STYLE C524B When it catches the light just right… captivating!

STYLE TR2445RS Hints of blossom petals, and we’re huge fans of this

STYLE TR2322A An exquisite asymmetrical headdress, fit for a princess

headdresses, veils and bridal jackets. This year they’re focussing on rose gold jewellery, chic lace cover-ups and plenty of 3D embroidered detailing.

Take a wider look at the full collection and locate your nearest stockist at richard-designs.com.

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T H E M E Y O U R D AY

Parisian chic

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hh, Paris… the city of love.

What more appropriate theme to adopt for your special occasion? And talking of love, this phenomenal photoshoot from Minihaha & Co has

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suggestions of it in every splendid detail. It’s like taking a trip to the lavish Palace of Versailles, rubbing shoulders with the French aristocracy.

Parisians make chic look effortless, and, like Minihaha, so can you!

PHOTOGRAPHY Kirsty Mattsson VENUE The Principal York CHAIR HIRE Black Event Furniture STATIONERY KZ Invitiations ROSE BOXES Luxe by Minihaha & Co BRIDAL WEAR Eliza Jane Howell FLOWERS Natasha Coustol Floral Designs CAKE DESIGNER Blush Cake & Co MAKE-UP & HAIR Belle Mariee by Shaista D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 7 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ 63

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Holly & Tom A COUNTRY ME ADOW SUMMER WEDDING

An idyllic outdoor wedding, filled with yellow tones.

Bride Holly tells us about her special day…

How did Tom propose?

“We were at an intimate sixcourse dinner for two at the stunning Alila Hotel in Ubud, Bali. It was disguised as a birthday treat, but at the end of the meal Tom proposed and I was stunned. He had designed the ring himself and it was just perfect.”

What dress did you wear?

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Morilee (bought from Confetti & Lace in Lakeside, Essex).

It had a V-neckline, dropped waist, full skirt and train.”

And the accessories?

“I wore a full-length sheer veil that covered my face. My jewellery was from Kokomo in Bluewater and consisted of silver drop crystal earrings and

a full crystal silver necklace.

My great-grandmother’s antique diamond ring acted as my ‘something old’.

My lovely blue heels were Peetchy by Ted Baker.”

What did Tom wear?

“Tom wore a Prince of Wales check three-piece suit, which we got from Anthony Formal

Wear, Billericay. He looked great in it!”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“Tom’s two sisters, Hayley and Maisie, and my closest friends – Paula, Vicky, Jodie and Anna. Their dresses all came from JJsHouse.”

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The Details DATE: 16th June 2017 VENUE: Maidens Barn, High Easter, Chelmsford, Essex PHOTOGRAPHER: Winston Sanders Photography HOLLY’S DRESS: Morilee TOM’S ATTIRE: Anthony Formal Wear BRIDESMAID DRESSES: JJsHouse ACCESSORIES: Kokomo, Ted Baker

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

“I felt overwhelmed with happiness and pride. Tom looked so handsome and I couldn’t wait to be standing by his side.”

What was your theme?

“We called it ‘Country

Meadow’ and we went with a yellow colour scheme. We decorated various wooden crates to carry our theme through, which, to my delight, looked fantastic.

This was coupled alongside the excellent flower displays provided by our florists.

Finally, our personally

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sourced decorations around the barn provided the finishing touches and made for a wonderful setting.”

photoshoot – it was great to take some time out and be together for a few moments in between festivities.”

What was the highlight of your day?

“Having all our nearest and dearest together in one place. Also, our intimate

What was your best buy?

“Our lanterns, because they doubled up as both aisle decorations and table pieces – plus they looked fantastic!”

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Steph & Luke A RUSTIC COUNTRY BARN WHITE WEDDING

A journey that started in the Malvern Hills…

Bride Steph tells us about her perfect day How did Luke propose?

“We were attending a family party in Great Malvern on 21st August 2016. We went for a walk in the hills (mirroring one of our first dates, three years earlier).

Mid-way through, Luke got down on one knee. We laughed because I had just been saying how lucky I was to have met him – I didn’t mean to steal his thunder!”

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What dress did you wear?

“My dress was from the Amélie collection at Sottero & Midgley. I initially tried it on at The National Wedding Show and fell in love. I adored the champagne colour, the deep ‘V’ on the bodice and the volume of the skirt – plus the embellishment was next

level! I ended up buying it from The Bridal Room in Broadway, Worcestershire.

I was so excited to put the dress back on – I knew it was still ’the one’.”

And the accessories?

“I opted for a back necklace from Wildest Dreams Bridal.

I paired the necklace with

some simple pearl and diamond stud earrings from Payne & Sons, Oxford.”

What did Luke wear?

“Luke wore a bespoke threepiece. He chose the fabric, lining and style, tailored by Clements and Church. He wore a watch he was given by his parents when he was

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The Details DATE: 23rd July 2017 VENUE: Cripps Stone Barn, Cheltenham PHOTOGRAPHER: Lee Dann Photography STEPH’S DRESS: Sottero & Midgley LUKE’S ATTIRE: Clements and Church BRIDESMAID DRESSES: For Her and For Him

six. He also decided that he and his groomsmen should all wear Marvel socks!”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My sisters and my friend from primary school went for different styles so that they

all felt at ease and amazing in what they were wearing.

We were able to find three similar dresses online from forherandforhim.com and ordered them all in the same material, and in a colour that went with our chosen colour scheme. FH&FH were great – they provided detailed

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guidance when taking measurements. The dresses arrived in a timely manner and were true to size.”

world and the boys had us in hysterics with their speeches.

But I don’t think anything beats that moment, seconds before you’re about to walk down the aisle: you’ve got What was the highlight of your girls in front of you, your your day? ”The whole day was amazing dad offering support by your side and your beloved just and I couldn’t ask for more. steps away.”

The food was out of this

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Zoe & Luke

A V I N TA G E T E A PA R T Y I N S O M E R S E T

A beautiful traditional wedding with hints of peach.

Bride Zoe tells us about her day How did Luke propose?

“On my birthday, I woke up to a treasure hunt. It finished in our daughter’s bedroom, where Isla was on her changing table in a vest with the words “Mummy, will you marry my Daddy?”, and Luke was down on one knee!”

What dress did you wear?

“I wore a stunning ivory lace dress by Lusan Mandongus.

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I didn’t expect it to fit or the style to suit me, however, I fell in love with it immediately; it was perfect!”

And the accessories?

“My veil was also by Lusan Mandongus. I wore a beautiful headpiece and necklace from Prudence Gowns in Exeter. I wore my

mum’s earrings (something borrowed). My shoes were open-toe ivory heels by Dune, but later on in the day, I did give in to a pair of Havaianas bridal wedge flip flops! My garter was handmade by Luke’s auntie.”

What did Luke wear?

“Luke wore a navy Italian

three-piece suit from Next, with a peach bow tie.”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My maid of honour was my sister, Amy and my bridesmaid was Luke’s cousin, Emily. Their dresses were floor-length and peachy

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The Details DATE: 2nd June 2017 VENUE: Ceremony at Tudor Hall in The Old Municipal Buildings, Taunton Reception at Langford Budville Jubilee Hall, Langford Budville PHOTOGRAPHER: Vince Hutchings, Yeti Photography ZOE’S DRESS: Lusan Mandongus LUKE’S ATTIRE: Next BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Little Mistress ACCESSORIES: Lusan Mandongus, Prudence Gowns, Dune

in colour and came from Little Mistress. My niece Bailee-Mae and my daughter Isla – my two flower girls – both wore ivory dresses from Monsoon.”

obtain a wonderful collection of vintage china, making cake stands with any spares.

We borrowed, upcycled and made as much as possible.

Our bunting was handmade by a friend. Luke’s auntie What was your theme? made all of our favour boxes “Vintage English Tea Party. from card – she also made all Mum trawled charity shops to of our wedding invitations.

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We collected and decorated jars with hessian and lace. I had a vision of how I wanted it to look, but never expected it would turn out so perfect!”

What was the highlight of your day?

“The whole occasion was one of the best days of my

life, but seeing my daughter ready in her dress with her gypsophila crown, and receiving pictures of my sons looking so smart and handsome really stands out.

That, and looking around to see all our friends and family there to share our special day with the five of us.”

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Natalia & Tom GOWNS AND GONDOL AS I N V E N I C E , I TA LY

Romance around every canal corner… Bride Natalia tells us about her dream Italian wedding How did Tom propose?

“Tom proposed in November 2015, on Bonfire night.

We were on a romantic walk overlooking Lichfield Cathedral, with a firework display as the backdrop. I had no idea he’d bought the ring six months prior!”

What dress did you wear?

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‘yes’ – it was the fifth dress that I tried on. I wore an Enzoani gown, which was ideal for a European destination wedding.

It had an illusion V-back and long, delicate, A-line tulle layers, which allowed me to get in and out of gondolas with more ease (and grace)!

I bought my dress from Wedding Belles, who not only

steamed my dress and veil, but also packed everything into a purpose-built wedding dress airline travel box (which meant I could take my dress onto the plane as hand luggage rather than in the hold). For my second dress, I wore a crystal embellished gown by Madeline Gardner New York.”

And the accessories?

“I wore an Alan Hannah headpiece and matching pearl bracelet. I fell in love with a cathedral-length tiered lace veil by Richard Designs, while my earrings were from Liberty in Love.”

What did the groom wear?

“Tom wore a royal blue

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The Details DATE: 27th July 2017 VENUE: Ceremony held at Palazzo Cavalli, Venice Reception held at Boscolo Venezia, Fondamenta Madonna dell’Orto PHOTOGRAPHER: Belle Momenti Photography NATALIA’S DRESSES: Enzoani, Madeline Gardner New York TOM’S ATTIRE: Peter Posh BRIDESMAID DRESSES: ASOS ACCESSORIES: Alan Hannah, Richard Designs, Liberty in Love WEDDING PLANNER: Martina from yourweddingplannerinitaly.com

three-piece Lydbury morning suit from Peter Posh, with Barker Grant cedar shoes.”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“I had five bridesmaids – my cousin, my sister-in-law and some of my closest friends

but the moment I saw Tom I couldn’t take my eyes off my husband-to-be. His gaze warmed my soul – and then How did you feel when you I felt invincible!” saw Tom up the aisle? ”I felt a mix of simultaneous What was the highlight of emotions; pure happiness, your day? pride and relief. I had pre“I thought it would be our wedding jitters beforehand, breath-taking, romantic from school and university.

They all wore dresses from ASOS Wedding.”

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gondola ride through the hidden, narrow waterways of Venice. However, when we walked through Piazza San Marco, the locals shouted “Auguri!” (best wishes) and swarms of tourists started vying for a photo opportunity with us! It made us feel like celebrities for the day.”

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THE BRIDAL DETAILS There will be plenty of shots of your gorgeous wedding dress, but don’t forget to capture all the extra details, such as your shoes, jewellery and bouquet.

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A MOMENT WITH MUM As well as the traditional family portrait, a more relaxed moment with your mum can make for a photo you will treasure forever.

G E T P E R F E C T B I G DAY

PHOTOGR APHS Liaise with your photographer to get all kinds of creative snaps and wonderful memories

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THE BEAUTIFUL BRIDE This is your time to shine! Even if you’re not used to having your photo taken, don’t be shy about posing for plenty of shots today – we promise you’ll love them!

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YOUR GROOM’S FACE Lots of photographers focus on the bride as she’s walking down the aisle, but if you have a second shooter, ask them to capture your groom’s reaction as well!

YOUR TABLE DÉCOR You don’t want to forget all the little details you put thought and hard work into, so shots of your décor are a musthave for the album.

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YOUR DAD’S REACTION The moment a father sees his daughter as a bride for the first time is always special, so make sure your photographer is there to capture it.

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THE QUIET BEFORE THE STORM Ask your photographer to capture your empty reception venue while your guests are having welcome drinks to get the ambiance of the room and its décor.

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A MOMENT ALONE Your portraits don’t have to stop after the sun goes down! Steal a moment away from your guests for an intimate sunset or moonlit portrait with your new husband.

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A GROUP SHOT WITH A DIFFERENCE You’ll need a high balcony or a drone to achieve this one, but asking your wedding guests to form, for example, a heart shape or outline around you creates a fun group shot that everyone will love.

THE PHOTOBOOTH Whether you’re DIYing your photobooth or hiring a package, make room for some wonderful silly shots to make it into your wedding album.

PRETTY PROPS Add a touch of pizazz to your group shots with fun or colourful props that work well with your colour theme and venue.

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ENTERING THE BANQUET

JOHN HOPE PHOTOG RAPHY

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THE GROUNDS AND GARDENS

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grand venue with character and style makes the most perfect back-drop for your all-important wedding day photography with friends and family. However, when it comes to taking pictures of the newlywed couple, you should consider the following as five musthave images, both in and around your wonderful venue.

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The entrance Whether it be a posed image or a natural shot captured by your photographer, an image of you both in the entrance of your venue will no doubt make for a great addition to your wedding photo album.

Grand staircases Your wedding venue may have a variety of elegant staircases, both inside and out, to use as the perfect location to hold your bridal party shots.

Have your wedding florist decorate banisters, or, alternatively, lanterns on steps could be ideal, depending on your wedding style.

Entering the banquet Being announced to your friends and family as the new Mr & Mrs, Mr & Mr or Mrs and Mrs is such a memorable moment of the day – it really must be caught on camera.

The dance floor Your first dance will be a stunning moment to remember forever and having it caught on camera, surrounded by your friends and family, will make for the most wonderful of photographs.

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The grounds and gardens Does your wedding venue have a particularly special driveway or grounds that are simply out of this world? A wander around the gardens and grounds could make for some beautiful, romantic photography – weather dependent of course!

TOP TIP If you plan in advance, you could have your wedding photographer take one very special secret shot of you both holding up a ‘Thank You’ sign that you could then turn in to your wedding thank you cards.

Bijou Wedding Venues have a wealth of experience when it comes to throwing amazing weddings at their 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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V ENUE SPOTLIGHT

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glance at these stunning images and you’d be forgiven for assuming they were shot in a somewhat warmer climate. But no! This phenomenal photoshoot took place in Dorset, and it’s a real treat to behold.

It aches with beauty everywhere you

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look, whether it’s the dresses from Minster Designs Bridal Boutique, the Mediterranean terracotta, that fantastic waterfall and the classic, symmetrical Italian design of the garden. We adore that little red bridge!

And the interior décor? It’s a wedding venue fit for the Roman gods.

BRIDAL GOWN, GROOM’S SUIT, FLOWERGIRL DRESS AND ACCESSORIES Minster Designs Bridal Boutique, minsterdesigns.com VENUE The Italian Villa at Compton Acres, the-italian-villa.co.uk MAKE UP Tara Sanger, tarasangermakeup.co.uk HAIR Laura Mackenzie, lauramackenzie.co.uk CAKE Hayley Elizabeth Cake Design, hayleyelizabethcakedesign.com FLOWERS Signature Flowers, signature-flowers.com TABLE DECORATION Almondburys Wimborne, almondburys.co.uk CHAIR COVER Balloon a Room, facebook.com/balloonaroom PHOTOGRAPHY Emma Hurley Photography, emmahurleyphotography.com STATIONERY Graceful Lace Stationery, facebook.com/GracefulLaceStationery D E C E M B E R 2 0 1 7 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ 87

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AROUND THE TABLE Favours don’t have to cost the earth, and we’ve got loads of ideas to get you started

Fabulous...

Favour ideas TEABAGS & TEA LEAVES Tea-loving guests will always appreciate a brew! Give your loved ones a pretty teabag packet for their favours, or go one step further and create your own tea blend in bijou glass tubes.

– they’re also easy to find in plenty of colours and patterns.

SWEET SPREADS Jam makes the perfect DIY favour, because it’s easy to make in batches and you can cook it up ahead in advance.

Instead, consider giving your guests local honey, lemon curd or chutney in miniature jars.

FANS Getting married in the summer or perhaps overseas? Fans make for a brilliant but also TEMPORARY TATTOOS practical favour, because they’ll Give your guests something not only keep your guests cool fun to play with! You can get

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Forget sugared almonds!

Try these fun wedding favour ideas on for size

wedding-specific designs, personalised tattoos with your initials and wedding date, or just bright and colourful styles that the kids and grown-ups alike will love. For the photo opportunities alone, this could be a winner!

MATCHBOXES These practical favours are easy on the budget and will always come in handy. Add a label reading ‘A match made in heaven’ for a fun wedding pun!

CANDY CANES If you’re getting married in the holiday season, then you can’t go wrong with a classic candy cane as your wedding favours.

For added cuteness, hang them from a Christmas tree and attach your guests’ names for the ultimate festive place name-favour combo.

BOTTLE OPENERS Another favour that always comes in handy. We’re particular fans of bottle

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can get special bee-friendly ones to give a little love back to the environment, too!

TEA FOR TWO How cute are these little bijou glass jars of tea leaves?

chocolate pizzas (which come in their own individual boxes – brilliant!), as well as solid chocolate cupcakes, lollipops and macaroons.

CHOCOLATE PIZZA You read right, we did say chocolate pizza! The Gourmet Chocolate Pizza Company can treat your guests to miniature

SEED PACKETS One of our favourite wedding favours. Seeds can do more than just provide a long-lasting reminder of your big day – you

LAVENDER BAGS If you have a lavender bush in your garden, then this

LOVE HEARTS SWEETS Everyone loves Love Hearts.

And Love Hearts love making wedding favours! Get miniature packets with your names and wedding dates on, or double them up as place names by having your guests’ names printed on a full-sized packet.

TASTY TREATS Who could possibly resist one of those scrummy cupcakes… or a slice of chocolate pizza?

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openers in the style of antique keys or ones that can be stamped with your personalised wedding details or new married names.

TEALIGHT CANDLES It might be a little pricey to give all of your guests fullsized candles, but tealight candles are a far more budget-friendly option! If you customise them with your loved ones’ names, they double up as a place name.

SCRATCH CARDS Give your guests the chance to win big with a scratch card wedding favour! Give everyone a card and a penny to scratch it with for a bit of fun after the wedding breakfast, and hopefully one of your guests will hit the jackpot…

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MINTS Breath-freshening mints are always welcome at the end of the wedding breakfast.

You could go for Tic-Tacs, metal tins or perhaps Mint Imperials with a personalised tag reading ‘Mint To Be’ or ‘Commit Mints’.

is a super-easy home-made wedding favour. Pop a sprinkling of dried lavender flowers into an organza bag for a sweet-scented favour that your guests can keep in drawers or wardrobes.

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FORGET-ME-NOT Give your guests a fun and feel-good factor, knowing that these seeds have come from a charitable cause

CHARITY FAVOURS With so many deserving charities offering wedding favour options, it’s easier than ever to give back on your big day. Pick from pretty pins to miniature potted plants and seed packets, and simply give a suggested donation to your chosen charity.

POPCORN This tasty treat is a surprisingly versatile favour. Give your guests pre-made bags of salted, mixed or toffee (our personal favourite!) popcorn wrapped in cellophane, or create a popcorn bar where guests can fill their own bags for a fun new take on the classic ’sweet table’.

MINIATURE SOAPS Locally-made scented soap is a thoughtful gift that’s sure to go down well. You can pick different flavours for men and women if you want, and you could even make your own soaps on your hen do, making it a fun group activity.

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BOTTOMS UP Toast the new bride and groom with a personalised tipple.

Down the hatch!

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COOL CACTUS Add character to your tables with cacti – no green fingers needed to look after these!

so the recent rise of cactus wedding favours should come as no surprise! You can also pop your guests’ names into the soil on planting sticks for a quirky living table plan.

BOOZY BOTTLES A little tipple will always go down well with adult guests!

Try miniatures of your favourite LOLLIPOPS Grown-up lollipops are officially fizz or spirits, cocktails in a mason jar or a dram of a a thing. These days you can local drink such as whiskey, get every flavour under the limoncello or gin. sun, from salted caramel to raspberry prosecco to gin and tonic, and fun details such as FORTUNE COOKIES edible flowers or glitter!

Fortune cookies make for a fun, edible favour. Choose cookies with wrappers that match PLANTS Greenery is one of the hottest your wedding colours, and customise the messages inside trends in weddings right now,

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LUGGAGE TAGS Are you a travel fanatic, or having a destination wedding?

Luggage tags make for a fabulous favour. Perhaps you could even stamp the co-ordinates of your wedding venue on them.

HOT CHOCOLATE This is a delicious (and easy to DIY) winter wedding favour.

Pour your favourite drinking cocoa into a plastic piping bag or small mason jar, and top with mini marshmallows. Finish with twine and a personalised label and they’re ready to go.

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THE WEDDING AFFAIR 21ST JANUARY York Marriott Hotel, Tadcaster Road, Dringhouses, York.

14TH JANUARY The Middlesex and Bucks Wedding Show, The Bull Hotel, Gerrards Cross.

27TH JANUARY Ripon Cathedral, Minster Road, North Yorkshire. theweddingaffair.co.uk

21ST JANUARY The Macdonald Berystede Ascot Wedding Show, Ascot, Berkshire.

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

BRIDE FAYRE 7TH JANUARY Holiday Inn, Derby/ Nottingham M1, Jct. 25, Bostocks Lane, Sandiacre.

28TH JANUARY Burton Town Hall, King Edward Place, Burton Upon Trent, East Staffordshire. bridefayre.com

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14TH JANUARY Alfreton Hall, Church Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire.

BRIDE FAYRE 28TH JANUARY 4TH FEBRUARY The Pinewood Hotel, 21ST JANUARY The Grange Banqueting Wexham Park Lane, George New Bath Hotel, New Suite, 457 Burton Road, Green, Buckinghamshire.

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CAPTIVATING EVENTS 7TH JANUARY The Coppid Beech Hotel Bracknell Wedding Show, Bracknell, Berkshire.

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