Love Our Wedding - February 2019 by Love Our Wedding

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ISSUE 44

• FEBRUARY 2019

Planning perfection READ OUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MAKE BIG-DAY PLANNING A BREEZE!

‘WHEN I TRIED IT ON, I JUST KNEW!’ DRESS SHOPPING TIPS TO ENSURE YOUR SEARCH IS SEAMLESS

Allure Bridals

WHY THE STUNNING NEW COLLECTIONS ARE SET TO WOW BRIDES

TIME TO PARTY! FIND THE PRETTIEST DETAILS FOR YOUR RECEPTION HERE

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RO M A N T I C A BRITISH BY DESIGN

Dreams do come true...

The Romantica bridal collection is influenced by timeless silhouettes, high quality fabrics and on-trend embellishments. Giving a modern twist to classic bridal styles and offering brides everything they dreamed of and more. New styles are designed and developed in the heart of the Devon countryside by our British design team led by head designer Hannah Gardener. A bridal gown is so much more than just a dress, it is a statement of style, personality and above all romance. Our award winning designs are available from a UK size 6 to a UK size 32. www.romanticaofdevon.co.uk

We believe that each and every body should be celebrated and regarded as equal, which is why we offer sizing up to 32. Every Casablanca gown is hand made and can be custom fit to a brideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique body shape to ensure she finds her perfect gown!

A SCOTTISH CELEBRATION This shoot has loads of great ideas

DREAMY DETAILS From hair accessories to stationery

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Contents F E B RUA RY 2 019

INSIDE THIS ISSUE 31

DRESS SHOPPING TIPS Don’t start your search without reading this fool-proof guide to successful dress shopping!

WIN YOUR RINGS! An incredible competition worth £500 from Purely Diamonds!

GORGEOUS REAL WEDDINGS These lovely couples share the story of their wedding journeys, from ‘yes’ to ‘I do!’

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WEDDING PLANNING How to ensure your big day runs smoothly, with great advice and a tick list to boot

HOTTEST HONEYMOONS Five locations to consider for your first newlywed break

Martha Cooke ISSUE 44

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• FEBRUARY 2019

Planning perfection

TIME TO PARTY! FIND THE PRETTIEST DETAILS FOR YOUR RECEPTION HERE

READ OUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MAKE BIG-DAY PLANNING A BREEZE!

‘WHEN I TRIED IT ON, I JUST KNEW!’ DRESS SHOPPING TIPS TO ENSURE YOUR SEARCH IS SEAMLESS

HONEYMOON HOTSPOTS BEAUTIFUL PLACES TO DISCOVER, P84

Allure Bridals

A BEHINDTHE LOOK INTO -SCENES THREE GORGEO US WITH BRIL WEDDINGS LIANT IDEA S TO STEA L

REAL INSPIR -LIFE ATION

WHY THE STUNNING NEW COLLECTIONS ARE SET TO WOW BRIDES

WIN YOUR WEDDING RINGS! ENTER THIS AMAZING COMPETITION FROM PURELY DIAMONDS

FASHION FOCUS: ELBETH GILLIS

FIND YOUR NEAREST STOCKIST OF MARTIN THORNBURG FOR MON CHERI

AUSTRALIAN DESIGNER WENDY MAKIN’S NEW COLLECTION HAS US IN AWE

FIT & FLARE What dress shape will you choose?

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FUN AT THE FAIR! Brilliant ideas for a fairground-inspired wedding theme

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ALLURE BRIDALS – WHY BRIDES ARE LOVING THEIR LATEST COLLECTIONS

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BEAUTIFUL BRIDESMAIDS Cool colour combos for your girls

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OPULENCE BRIDAL DESIGNED BY HANNAH GARDNER

View the brand new Opulence Bridal 2019 collection here: www.romanticaofdevon.co.uk

Pure Bridal offers brides designer style without the high price tag, all gowns are available from ÂŁ799 or below. With an incredible 8 week delivery time as standard! View the brand new Pure Bridal 2019 collection here: www.romanticaofdevon.co.uk

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My favourite picks this month! 1. I love this Christel headband

from Polly & Bella, £290. Ideal if you have brown hair, too. 2. This Alya bolero from Romantica of Devon is so pretty, and perfect if you want to cover up your arms. 3. These Graceful Charm earrings from Glitzy Secrets are a steal for only £24. 4. I am totally in love with these Dune shoes, with a super-cute ice cream heel! Adorable! Only £90. 5. This rustic stationery suite from Pingle Pie is so chic, and has you covered from save the dates to thank yous.

ello and welcome to our fabulous February issue! This one is extra special, because it’s our last one as a monthly magazine! You can now get hold of us bi-monthly, starting from March, and of course, you can get all the wedding latest on our website loveourweddingmag.com and social media. This issue we have some great features including the ultimate guide to wedding planning (page 76), a must for newly engaged brides! I love our hottest honeymoons feature with five beautiful locations to discover (page 84). And finally, you must check out our real weddings with some real tea- jerking stories (page 62). My pick of the issue has to be our details feature, filled with lots of cute finishing touches – from hair accessories to amazing stationery suites (page 49). These little details don’t need to cost the earth but they can make a JADE PEPPERELL huge difference to your day. Editor Happy reading! 5

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View the brand new Phil Collins & Olivia Grace Bridal 2019 collections here: www.philcollinsbridal.co.uk

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With so many wonderful dress designers out there, where do you start your dream dress search? Well, if the latest collections from Allure Bridals are anything to go by, then they would have to be top of the list! With hundreds of gorgeous gowns for every shape, size and style, Allure will certainly have something you’ll love. This popular brand has many collections aside from their stunning signature range, including Couture, Romance, Woman, Modest, and even bridesmaids and groomswear, too! Tick off your wish list today and find an Allure stockist near you at allurebridals.com.

ALLURE B R IDAL S

Why brides everywhere are adding the beautiful designs from Allure Bridals to their wish list

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L OVE T H E L A B E L

Fashion Focus... Elbeth Gillis

ometimes it can be hard to find a wedding dress that ticks all the boxes – elegant, timeless, sophisticated, unique. However, Elbeth Gillis can offer you all these things in abundance. Her beautiful collections are carefully and lovingly made using the finest materials, designed to make every bride feel like the best version of herself in a gown that will never date but is seamlessly on trend. From top-to-toe silk to wowfactor separates, Elbeth’s collections really do have it all. To find your dream dress with Elbeth, visit elbethgillis.com today to find a stockist near you.

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Dress Shopping

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Your ultimate guide to...

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STYLE ADVICE REMEMBER, THE SHOES ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT ACCESSORY FOR

About to start your search for your dream dress? Make sure you read these essential tips first! and take a look through the fashion pages, making a note of the designers and shapes that you love. DO YOUR RESEARCH Online is also a great source Before you start shopping, of inspiration – websites take some time to think like Find Your Dream Dress about how you want to look can help you narrow down on your wedding day, so all the latest designs by you won’t get overwhelmed silhouette, fabric and style. by all the choice in the boutiques. Get your SET A BUDGET hands on your favourite Unless you’re working wedding magazine (Love with an unlimited budget, Our Wedding, naturally!) it’s important to have a

BEFORE YOU SHOP

top spend in mind when it comes to dress shopping. Bear in mind that the average bride spends around £1,385 on her wedding dress, and don’t forget to include your alterations and accessories in your bridal budget. Once you’ve got a top number, stick to it – do NOT try anything on over that price, as you risk falling in love with it, and either blowing your budget or being

heartbroken over a dress you can’t have. GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME

Wedding dresses can take longer than you think to order, so this isn’t a trip you should leave until the last minute. Aim to shop no closer than 9 months away from your wedding day to give yourself plenty of time to shop and get the order in. If you’re in a time

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RESEARCH BOUTIQUES

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Now you’ve got your bridal budget sorted, it’s time to find boutiques to suit you! Don’t make the mistake of just visiting the bridal boutiques closest to you – be sure to check that they have dresses to suit your budget and your size before you make an crunch, then don’t panic – appointment, to avoid boutiques can accommodate being disappointed. You rush orders if you let them can also check out the know your date in advance. boutique directory on Find Your Dream Dress to find M A K I N G Y O U R out where your favourite A P P O I N T M E N T designers are stocked.

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PICK YOUR DATES WISELY

dress shopping with you. It doesn’t necessarily have to be your mum or your maid of honour, either – pick people who you know will be honest, but not blunt to the point of hurting your feelings, and who will respect your tastes and budget.

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AT T H E BOUTIQUE

Bridal designers tend to release new collections twice a year – once in Spring, around March, and once in Autumn, around September. Keep an eye out for sales at these times as boutiques clear space for the new designs on their rails. Forget everything you’ve seen on Say Yes to the Dress! Instead of a 15-person strong entourage, invite just two to three important people to come

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coverage are perfect for Winter. Equally, voluminous skirts and long trains fit a more formal occasion in a larger venue better than a casual festival wedding. Your consultant can help you if you’re feeling stuck!

CONSIDER YOUR VENUE AND SEASON

DON’T BE AFRAID OF COLOUR

As well as your favourite silhouettes and styles, keep in mind your venue and wedding season when choosing your dress. Lighter, flowing fabrics without too many layers will work better for Summer, while dresses in heavier materials with more

It’s a common misconception that all wedding dresses are white. In fact, there are plenty of shades of white, off-white, ivory and champagne, as well as pastels like blush, topaz and misty blue, all of which will wear differently on different skin tones.

Don’t shy away from anything that’s not pure white because you’re afraid it won’t look ‘bridal’ – we promise you, no-one’s going to miss that you’re the bride on the day! DO YOUR HAIR, BUT NOT YOUR MAKE-UP

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You might go in to your appointment only wanting to try on certain styles, but try to have an open mind when selecting dresses to

try. Trust that your bridal consultant knows how each dress looks and works for certain body types, as looks can definitely be deceiving on the hanger. You never know, you might be surprised!

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naked in a changing room with a consultant you’ve just met, so bear this in mind when you’re picking your underwear for the day! Leave your granny pants or lime green lace thong at home, and instead choose light-coloured underwear that you don’t mind being seen in and that won’t show through the dress. A strapless bra is very handy, too.

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THINGS TO REMEMBER DON’T COUNT ON WEIGHT LOSS

YOU MIGHT NOT CRY

Everyone always says that you’ll be able to tell if your dress is ‘the one’, but sometimes it’s not that simple! You might expect to burst into tears the minute you see yourself in the perfect dress, and that both your mother and your bridal consultant will be sobbing in the corner, but a lot of the time this just doesn’t happen. Three signs that you love your dress are: you can’t stop smiling, you keep looking at yourself in the mirror in it, and you don’t want to take it off. If you can’t stop thinking

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We can’t stress this enough: buy your dress in the size you are currently, rather than the size you’re hoping to be on your wedding day. That is exactly what fittings and alterations are for, and it is FAR easier to take a

dress in than it is to let it out. It also means that you won’t be putting undue stress on yourself to lose weight in the lead up to the wedding, which can lead to anxiety and dangerous crash dieting. If you’re determined to lose a large amount of weight before the big day, let your consultant know this, and she can advise you on which size to order.

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about it once you’ve left the shop, then it’s the one. ONCE YOU’VE FOUND IT, STOP SHOPPING

When you think you’ve found the perfect gown, then you need to follow this one rule to avoid dress regret: STOP. SHOPPING. If you keep looking in boutiques or at dresses on Instagram, then you’re likely to start worrying about whether you’ve made the right choice. Be secure in the knowledge that you looked beautiful in your choice, and just look forward to when you get to wear it down the aisle!

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SCOTLAND 1. Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo East Kilbride, Glasgow

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2. Madison Rose Bridal Kirkcaldy Scotland 3. Gwenne Edinburgh Scotland NORTHERN ENGLAND 4. Be Envied Doncaster, South Yorkshire 5. The Lancashire Wedding House Barrowford, Lancashire 6. Blush Bridal Boutique Whitehaven, Cumbria 7. Bride 2 Be Boutique Leigh Lancashire 8. Swan Brides Congleton, Cheshire 9. To Have and To Hold Mirfield, West Yorkshire 10. Happily Ever After Darlington 11. Ivory promise Bolton 12.Cheshire brides Warrington 13.Soar valley Brides Leicester 14.Sophie Grace

Wokingham WALES 15. Bridal Magic Cardiff 16. Charlotte Alexander Bridalwear Newport 17.Chic and elegant, Swansea Wales MIDLANDS 18. Love and Lace

Sleaford, Lincolnshire SOUTHERN ENGLAND 19. Abigail’s Collection Colchester, Essex 20. Brides Visited Ashstead

23. Chantilly Lace West Cliff on Sea, Essex NORTHERN IRELAND 24. Naomi Bridal Ballynahinch, Co Down

21. Grand Jour Bridal Boutique Gloucester

IRELAND 25. Virginia’s Bridal Limerick

22. The Bridal Mill Southampton, Hampshire

26. Fiona Todhunter Bridals Tallaght, Dublin

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Glide down the aisle in a super-chic dress from one of Australia’s best designers

ometimes it’s the simplest designs that have the greatest effect, and you’ll be hard pushed to find a better example of this than the collections from Wendy Makin. The French Collection is made with subtle, intricate detail and structure to create incredible silhouettes and an effortlessly chic style for the big day. Focussing on the shape of the

bride rather than over accessorising, and finishing with delicate features, every dress looks like it’s made bespoke for you. Our favourite in the latest collection is Roxanne – we adore the beautiful lace sleeves and bateau neckline, revealing the soft sweetheart underneath. Just stunning! Take a look at all the designs today at wendymakin.com.

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OUR PICK OF THE HOTTEST PLUS-SIZE BRIDAL DESIGNS

NEW SEASON DRESSES FOR YOU & YOUR GIRLS

REAL WEDDINGS BE INSPIRED BY FOUR STUNNING CELEBRATIONS

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THE BEST DETAILS TO MAKE YOUR DAY WOW

REAL BRIDES

BEAUTIFUL WEDDINGS & REAL ADVICE INSIDE

ESSENTIAL PLANNING TIPS TACKLE THE BIGGEST PLANNING WOES WITH OUR HANDY GUIDE

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THEIR LATEST COLLECTION

PERFECT REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS

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FOUR REAL BRIDES SHARE THEIR BIG DAY STORIES, P58

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY THIS SEASON’S MUST-VISIT SHOWS

WIN TICKETS TO THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW!

BRIDESMAID HANDBOOK

‘I’m engaged!’ WE FOLLOW A REAL BRIDE-TO-BE ON HER WEDDING JOURNEY

EVERYTHING YOUR GIRLS NEED TO KNOW!

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TASTY DISHES FOR YOU AND YOUR GUESTS, P86

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LET’S GET PLANNING!

FROM DECOR IDEAS TO CUTTING THE GUEST LIST

WIN YOUR WEDDING SHOES & ACCESSORIES

Readings & speech tips

ENSURE THERE’S NOT A DRY EYE IN THE HOUSE!

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WE TAKE A LOOK AT THE NEW DESIGNS

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THE A-Z OF DRESSES

MAKE FINDING YOUR GOWN A BREEZE WITH OUR HANDY GUIDE

Special details

100s OF PRETTY FINISHING TOUCHES TO CREATE A DAY TO REMEMBER

Real weddings

FOUR BEAUTIFUL BRIDES SHARE THEIR STORIES, P74

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FOUR BEAUTIFUL WEDDINGS FILLED WITH INSPIRATION

Dream dresses THE PRETTIEST GOWNS TO MAKE YOU SWOON THE WEDDING CHECKLIST TICK OFF YOUR TO DO LIST WITH OUR PLANNING GUIDE, P89

HEN HEAVEN FUN PARTY IDEAS THAT ARE CLOSE TO HOME

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BEAUTIFUL REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS

OH-SO ORIGINAL BIG DAYS PACKED WITH IDEAS TO STEAL

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MODECA DISCOVER THE INCREDIBLE COLLECTION FOR 2017!

FABULOUS FLORALS NEW WAYS TO USE YOUR BLOOMS

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THE STORY OF A LUCKY BRIDE WHO WON HER DRESS!

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LOVE YOUR BRIDESMAIDS STUNNING DRESSES FOR YOUR BEST GIRLS

DRESSES FOR EVERY BODY SHAPE FIND A GORGEOUS GOWN THAT LOOKS & FEELS INCREDIBLE

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JEWELLERY, SHOES, DECOR & MUCH MORE!

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• JUNE 2018

Inspirational Weddings REAL COUPLES SHARE THE DETAILS OF THEIR BEAUTIFUL BIG DAYS

NICHE NECKLINES COOL LOOKS FOR YOUR BRIDESMAIDS

Finishing touches FROM SHOES & CLUTCHES TO STATIONERY & DECOR

ROCK THE DRESS! 50 FIGURE-FLATTERING STYLES WE ADORE – AND SO WILL YOU!

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THE SIGNATURE STYLES YOU’LL FALL IN LOVE WITH

ESSENTIAL DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR

HOT ES HAIRSTYLTO CHIC IDEAS TAKE TO THE SALON

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OR WILL IT BE LONG SHORT DESIGNS FOR YOUR GIRLS?

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WE SELECT OUR FAVOURITE BRIDAL DESIGNS FOR 2017

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BENJAMIN ROBERTS WHY THE NEW COLLECTION IS THEIR BEST YET!

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Sweet treats Satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt, courtesy of these delicious dishes...

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BLUEBERRY & LEMON CHEESECAKE JARS METHOD Melt the spread in a small saucepan over a low heat. INGREDIENTS Crush the biscuits in a 1 level tbsp low-fat spread sealable food bag and stir 3 reduced-fat digestive biscuits 3½ level tbsp sweetener granules them into the melted spread with ½ level tbsp sweetener. 100g extra-light soft cheese Loosely spoon the mixture 300g plain quark into 4 x 200ml jars of some Finely grated zest and juice of 1 sort. Beat the soft cheese, unwaxed lemon quark, lemon zest, 2 tbsp 200g blueberries lemon juice and 2 level 1 level tsp arrowroot Ready in 20 minutes, plus cooling

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tbsp sweetener together in a bowl until smooth. Spoon this mixture on top of the biscuit crumbs. Put the rest of the lemon juice into a small saucepan with 150g blueberries and the remaining sweetener. Bring to a gentle simmer over a low heat and cook for 2 minutes or until the berries have just burst. Mix

the arrowroot with 1 tsp cold water, stir it into the blueberries and simmer for a few seconds until thickened. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool. Spoon the cooled blueberries on top of the cheesecake mixture and decorate with the remaining blueberries to serve.

CHOCOLATE CRÈME BRÛLÉES Ready in 50 minutes, plus cooling and chilling

SERVES

INGREDIENTS 400ml skimmed milk 4 large egg yolks 3 level tbsp sweetener granules 25g cocoa powder 1 level tsp cornflour 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 level tbsp granulated sugar METHOD Preheat the oven to 150°C/fan 130°C/ gas 2. Put 300ml milk in a saucepan over a medium heat and bring to the boil. Meanwhile, put the egg yolks and sweetener in a heatproof bowl and beat together until pale and creamy. Add the cocoa powder, cornflour, vanilla extract and the remaining milk and whisk together until smooth. Stir the hot milk into the cocoa mixture then strain it all

back into a clean pan and whisk over a medium-low heat until the mixture thickens. Take care not to let it boil. Put 4 x 125ml heatproof ramekins into a small, deep roasting tin. Pour enough boiling water into the tin to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Carefully slide the roasting tin into the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chocolate custards are just set but still a little bit wobbly in the centre. Carefully remove the ramekins from the hot water then cool, cover and chill for about 2 hours or until set. When you’re almost ready to eat, put the sugar and 1 tbsp cold water into a small stainless-steel saucepan. Stir over a low heat until the sugar has dissolved and the syrup is clear. Increase the heat to high and boil rapidly until the syrup has turned a brick-red caramel colour. Quickly remove the pan from the heat and briefly plunge the base into cold water. (If the

ITALIAN RICE PUDDINGS WITH BLACKCURRANT COMPOTE Ready in 40 minutes, plus cooling and chilling INGREDIENTS 800ml skimmed milk 1½ level tbsp sweetener granules 100g dried risotto rice 2 small leaf gelatine sheets 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp freshly grated nutmeg Low-calorie cooking spray (ideally sunflower oil- or butter-flavoured) Fresh mint sprigs, to decorate For the compote 100g blackcurrants Finely grated zest of 1 small unwaxed lemon and 1 tbsp juice 2 level tbsp sweetener granules

caramel sets on the base of the pan, don’t worry – just return the pan to a low heat and leave until it is liquid again.) Quickly drizzle the caramel evenly over the top of each brûlée – as soon as it has set (about a minute or 2) serve.

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METHOD Put the milk and sweetener in a small, non-stick saucepan over a medium heat and bring to the boil. Stir in the rice, reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring regularly, for 30 minutes or until most of the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender. Meanwhile, make the compote. Put the blackcurrants into a small saucepan with the lemon zest, lemon juice and sweetener. Cook over a medium heat for 5 minutes or until the blackcurrants are just beginning to pop open and the juices have thickened nicely. Cool, cover and chill. About 5 minutes before the rice has finished cooking, drop the gelatine sheets into a bowl of cold water and leave them to soak for 5 minutes. Scoop them out of the bowl and squeeze out the excess

water. Remove the rice from the heat and stir in the gelatine until it has dissolved. Stir in the vanilla extract and nutmeg. Lightly spray 4 x 175ml mini pudding basins with low-calorie cooking spray. Pour the rice mixture into the ramekins and leave to cool. Cover and chill for at least 3 hours or until set. Slide a round-bladed knife around the rice puddings to release them and turn out on to small plates. Spoon a little blackcurrant compote over and around the puddings and decorate with mint sprigs to serve.

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The perfect gift for the perfect day Your wedding day will create wonderful memories to last a lifetime. If someone you love can’t be there because of dementia, you can still make them part of your celebration. Honour them in a really special way by supporting Alzheimer’s Society. You can invite your guests to make a donation to us rather than give you a gift, organise a collection on the day, or order our unique wedding favours. As you enjoy your big day, your generosity will help us defeat dementia - the best wedding gift of all. To find out more visit alzheimers.org.uk/weddings or call us on 0330 333 0804

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et your wedding dress be the deciding factor in your jewellery choices. If your dress is intricately designed with lots of stunning details, then keep your jewellery classic and simple. If your dress is simpler in design and more traditional, then why not make a statement with your jewellery? EARRINGS The quintessentially diamond earring will always be a pair of diamond studs. They can be worn from dusk ‘til dawn and add an effortless addition of luxury to your wedding day look. If you’re looking for something with a little more wow factor, then why not consider a pair of diamond and pearl drop earrings? These add a magnificent complement to your wedding dress. For a little bit of colour on your wedding day and to tick off that ‘something blue’, a pair of Aquamarine and diamond halo studs will add some subtle glamour to your day.

If you have an intricately designed engagement ring then often the perfect match would be a wishbone wedding ring – carefully shaped to sit flush with your existing ring. NECKLACE A diamond necklace may not always be needed on your wedding day as it will always depend on the neckline of your dress. With a sweetheart neckline, a dazzling addition would be a classic diamond pendant. Just a single solitaire diamond to add a bit of luxury detail.

Purely Diamonds have been at the forefront of the bridal jewellery industry since it began in 2005 with its foundations reaching back to 1979. The concept of Purely Diamonds is very simple in that the company sells jewellery directly to the public at greatly reduced prices by virtue of cutting out the middleman. Based in WEDDING RING Farringdon, a stone’s throw Now this is the one item that away from London’s Hatton lasts long after your photos Garden, the company has two are printed and your dress private showrooms and its is hung up, so always think workshop where all jewellery in terms of cost per wear, it’s is carefully crafted to order by the most cost effective item hand. It is from here where from your wedding. A delicate bridal jewellery is made to band of diamonds will give order to the highest standard you a sparkling addition to with a jewellery-making your bridal ring set. The most heritage of 40 years. To search for your traditional plain wedding ring perfect bridal jewellery is a band of metal – platinum or rose, white or yellow gold. from Purely Diamonds, visit purelydiamonds.co.uk today, This classic representation of and turn over to enter this your eternal love has been issue’s brilliant competition! exchanged for centuries.

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timeless and classic and I wanted something that reflected my own style. I had seen Sass & Grace Bridal in Winchester stocked this particular Ellis Bridals dress How did Jack propose? out my real ring. I’d always so I booked an appointment “It was at the top of St wanted to pick out a ring to specifically try it on. The Catherine’s Hill in Winchester. together so this was perfect!” moment I did I knew it was He proposed with a fake the one, it felt like the dress I ring and told me we were What dress did you wear? had always imagined myself heading to Brighton to pick “I knew I wanted something wearing. A couple of people 62 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 9

at the wedding asked if I had the dress custom made – which is always a good sign!” And the accessories? “I kept it quite simple with a veil from Sass & Grace, drop pearl earrings from Lido Pearls (John Lewis), and I wore my mother’s sapphire engagement ring. I was really tempted to buy a pair of satin

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The Details DATE: 21st July 2018 VENUE: Ceremony at St Peters Church, followed by a marquee reception in the grounds of West Hill Park School, Titchfield Village, Hampshire PHOTOGRAPHER: Helen Cawte Photography JENNY’S DRESS: Ellis Bridals JACK’S ATTIRE: Gieves & Hawkes BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Ghost ACCESSORIES: Sass & Grace, Lido Pearls, Rainbow Club

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Jimmy Choo shoes, but I was persuaded by my mother and her friends that I would just ruin them, so I found a similar style from Rainbow Club. Their shoes are made specifically with brides in mind so they have amazing padding inside to help keep you going all day.”

of consultations with the tailors to decide what colour, cloth and design would work best for him, and he went back for fittings throughout the process.”

Who were your bridesmaids and where were their dresses from? “I had three grown up What did the groom wear? bridesmaids – my sister “Jack had a made-toClaire, and friends Katie measure three-piece suit and Tamara, with three little from Gieves & Hawkes in bridesmaids and a page boy. Winchester. He had a number I always knew I wanted the

older bridesmaids in Ghost dresses. I just love the understated glamour of the design and pastel shades.” What was your theme? “Traditional English country garden. Our venue was a blank canvas so we picked a cream draped marquee and kept decoration to floral displays from our florist Janet Kirk. Outside we went for a garden party feel with croquet and badminton set out on the lawn. Music also

played a big part in our day. We hired a string quartet for the church, a jazz pianist for our drinks reception, and a great band in the evening.” What was the highlight of your day? “Just after the ceremony with all our friends and family throwing confetti and waving as Jack drove us to the reception. It was so special to be on our own for a moment taking everything in together.”

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Emma & Kenny

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This Scottish wedding had a colourful Summer theme in Autumn! Emma tells us how... What dress did you wear? “I purchased a Pronovias gown from Midnight Elegance in Inverurie. I was adamant I didn’t want a veil but when the shop owner tried one on me I had the crying ‘this is the one’ moment, which I thought only happened in films!” And the accessories? “My earrings were from Stella 66 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 9

& Dot and my bracelet was from Ivory & Co. They both matched each other and the dress well. My veil was purchased with my dress and my shoes were a simple ivory pair of satin heels from Rainbow Club.” What did Kenny wear? “Kenny wore his own kilt in

his clan tartan. He hired his jacket from the same kilt dress shop as the bridal party so that they could all have matching jackets (Georgian Dress Hire).”

feeling to know that we were going in as individuals but coming out as family.”

Who were your bridesmaids and where were their dresses from? How did you feel when you “My bridesmaids were my saw him up the aisle? best friends Kate and Alli. “I was so pleased to see him, I had been toying with the and it was such a fantastic idea of purchasing dresses

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The Details DATE: 29th September 2018 VENUE: Ceremony at Udny Green Church followed by the reception at Thainstone House Hotel, Aberdeenshire PHOTOGRAPHER: Calum Riddell EMMA’S DRESS: Pronovias BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Dessy ACCESSORIES: Stella & Dot, Ivory & Co, Rainbow Club

online, but I’d never felt totally comfortable that they would be true to the photos and fit well. While exhibiting at a wedding fair in January, I noticed a beautifully simple Alfred Sung dress from Dessy. I ordered the dresses from the same shop I bought my wedding dress from.”

What was your theme? “Even though our wedding was in Autumn, I wanted to create a colourful summer theme. I enlisted the services of Kim Dalglish – a local florist who makes the most beautiful wedding bouquets and displays. My bouquet featured lots of pinks and

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oranges, and the bridesmaids that meant the dancefloor was filled all night. There had satin ribbons in similar colours trailing down theirs.” were some hilarious dance moves going on and it was great to see all of our What was the highlight friends and family getting on of your day? so well. We ended the night “The evening reception by being lifted up on to was such a good laugh. We hired a DJ and gave a bit of people’s shoulders to the a playlist of throwback tunes song Loch Lomond.”

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Christina & Tim

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This couple’s venue inspired their glamorous black tie theme. Bride Christina reveals all... How did Tim propose? “We were on a getaway in Stockholm. He hired a canoe and we rowed out into the tranquil Stockholm archipelago. He brought us to a quiet patch of land and while I was admiring the stunning landscape, he took out the engagement ring and asked if I would marry him, to which I said yes immediately. The moment 70 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 9

was made all the more memorable when on the way back, our canoe was capsized by waves caused by a large boat passing by! Although we were completely soaked, we were both laughing. We had survived our first crisis unscathed and, if anything, the moment was made that much more memorable.”

What dress did you wear? “After many months of wedding dress shopping in London, Surrey and Cardiff, I ended up at a beautiful boutique shop in my home town of Swansea. Cariad Bridal helped me design and make my perfect wedding dress! I described my perfect dress to their seamstress

and she sketched this onto a sheet of paper before my eyes. Cariad redesigned one of the Cariad Couture gowns to a bespoke style just as I described. It was an enormous risk, but I trusted that the dress would turn out as I dreamed it would. I certainly was not disappointed!”

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The Details DATE: 20th May 2018 VENUE: Hedsor House, Buckinghamshire PHOTOGRAPHER: Emma-Jane Lewis emma-janephotography.co.uk CHRISTINA’S DRESS: Cariad Bridal TIM’S ATTIRE: Hackett BRIDESMAID DRESSES: ASOS ACCESSORIES: Dune, Liberty In Love

And the accessories? “My wedding shoes were from Dune and my earrings and hair pieces were from Liberty In Love.” What did Tim wear? “Tim wore a classic black tuxedo, waistcoat and bowtie, all from Hackett.”

How did you feel when you saw him up the aisle? “On arrival to the ceremony I felt excitement but apprehension of what was to come. When I first saw Tim looking back at me with his happy eyes and a big smile, all those nerves disappeared.“

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Who were your bridesmaids? “Friends Sofia, Katie and Ana; sisters Samantha and Natascha and my niece was flowergirl. They wore ASOS dresses.” What was the highlight of your day? “The absolute highlight was

dancing with my father to Celine Dion’s Think Twice. I had grown up listening to the song with my dad in the kitchen. And even though he was in a wheelchair, he was able to get up and dance with me in front of all of our guests. It’s a moment that I will never forget.”

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ou are an organised, efficient, highfunctioning, don’t-stop-me-now-world-I’mon-a-roll, fiercely independent woman. A woman who takes no nonsense and for whom no task is too big. Successful. Together. Brilliant. So how come you’re currently screaming into your sofa, beating your fists with your bottom in the air in front of the entire in-laws-tobe seated three feet across from you? Ah, the bridal tantrum. Good woman, we’ve all been there. And here’s a little secret: something strange occurs when planning your wedding. It’s possibly supernatural, we’re not really sure, but it does, in general, induce many a bridal bottom in the air. It’ll be the Venue Vortex, perhaps, or the Meringue Madness that finally sucks you down a spiralling rabbit hole until you find yourself wondering with genuine perplexed sincerity: dear Lord, where is that woman I once knew? Never fear. She is still there. Whilst we can’t argue with the supernatural (something will trip you up at the planning stage – but that’s gloriously to be embraced and absolutely ok), this Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Wedding has one goal in mind: to be your ticklist. Yep, the mighty ticklist is much maligned for we swear it has serious psychological impact. We swear this will get you through. We promise there is comfort here – in the physical act of checking off a to-do list, there is joy and reassurance and peace of mind. We have canvassed the opinion of brides past

and present, wedding planners, venue organisers, and countless other wedding vendors and those in the know, to draw up the ultimate ticklist and the only one you’ll ever need. As well as this ticklist par excellence, what follows is an holistic overview and top tips for every stage of the planning process. Go get yourself a cup of tea and a Kit Kat Chunky and let us begin… The 12-month mark Also known as the ‘Big Picture Conversations’. At the outset, you and hubby-to-be need to have some frank and candid conversations. This should include, first and foremost, setting the budget. Things to consider are parents’ involvement here and from experience, honesty really is the best policy. Some parents will want to offer to chip in financially and this may include staking a claim in the planning/organisation that could centre around their involvement. If this suits you down to the ground – if you’re happy to leave some aspects to parents who might be contributing financially – then great! But if you’re the kind of bride who wants control over all aspects of the wedding, this could need some careful handling and all your skills in diplomacy. It’s a great idea to discuss your ‘vision’ for the budget with your groom before you meet with parents to avoid any awkwardness. My parents, for example, offered to pay for the wine, and with that, came a very precise and desired wine list (which involved multiple ‘tastings’ for my dad and husband). I was delighted – one less thing for me to micro-manage. Similarly,

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my mum said she’d sort the flowers. Again, music to my ears because I didn’t have a clue (my instructions: blushpink and white; the rest was up to Jan!). There’s a danger early on to rush decisions and book things early. Whilst it is important to ‘front load’ the planning so that as the countdown really gets close, your ticklist includes the ‘fun’ things like massages and facials, it’s important, too, to be circumspect at this early stage. Thinking is key here. Read as much as you can to get inspiration and reflect carefully on what you’ve liked and haven’t liked at weddings in the past. Begin a conversation about the time of year you’d like to get married (although be aware ‘setting the date’

is often informed and led by your chosen venue’s availability). Definitely start a moodboard – if Pinterest is your thing, go for it, but an old-fashioned scrap book is a carry-around gem and a gorgeous wedding memento. Finally, you need to think about children. Not your future children (one thing at a time!) but your position on inviting children. Here is a discussion you need to have with your husband-to-be early on. This sort of decision has huge ramifications for the ‘type’ of wedding you end up having and can significantly affect your chosen theme. We say, go out for a postengagement celebratory dinner to discuss and dream…

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The 9-month mark This is a dress-centric time. Ideally, your gown needs to be ordered at around this time and will, let’s face it, be uppermost on your mind. Check in advance how many people you can take to boutiques and don’t forget shoes and accessories at this point too, to help give you an holistic overview of your eventual big-day look. Maids’ outfits and the boys’ suits should, in theory, begin to take shape after and around the dress, once it has been chosen. The guest list is the second big job at this point. Maintaining a sense of humour is essential here! Many a bride has stumbled on this very thing and truly, it need not cause you any untoward stress. Whilst it may

feel as though the pressure of obligation assaults you from all sides of the family, stay true to your 12-month mark vision and remember it’s a party for you. Invite whomever will help make your day special. Thirdly, once you have some idea of numbers, begin your venue search. Do your research, visit as many open days as you can, and think about accessibility if your ceremony is being held elsewhere. If accommodation is on offer in the venue of your dreams, how many rooms will you need? If not, check local hotels’ availability for the date you have in mind. We’d also recommend sourcing a photographer at this point, they get booked up very fast.

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The 6-month mark Remember this is a marathon, not a race, and getting you to the finishing line in a calm and serene-like manner is the order of the day. At six months, all the biggest suppliers should all be booked and in place – and what a weight off your mind! Now it’s the fun and exciting planning that will enable you to stamp your individual mark on proceedings. Source your music entertainment for the night and be prepared to ask for a pre-prepared song list of your choice. Order the cake now. Go and look at stationery and choose a design that speaks to you. Have a play around with the ‘order of the day’ as you see it and send on to vendors for their thoughts and

suggestions, and to keep them in the loop. The 4-month mark A couple of essential things need to be done at this point: send out save the date cards; go and get your wedding bands and check for sizing; the bridesmaids’ and goomsmen’s outfits need to be finalised with any tailoring nip/tucks adjusted, and (nice, exciting job) book the honeymoon! The 1-month mark This may well feel like a flurry of activity but with the essentials all booked and in place, here is where you have to tell yourself to relax, enjoy and just go with the flow. With four weeks to go, send out as many final payments as you can. At three weeks,

chase up any RSVPS, go and get a colour and cut (perhaps you can do one whilst having the other!), and book a final dress fitting. Top tip: start wearing your wedding shoes in. One bride we spoke with took hers to work and wore them in the office every day with three weeks to go! Not a future hubby in sight to spoil the surprise and it made her colleagues giggle! With one week to go, give a final head count to your caterers/ vendors. With two days to go, get plenty of rest and go for a walk and a coffee with your future husband. On the night before your wedding (and because we are hopeless romantics), watch Father of the Bride with your dad and write a letter to your groom-to-be for a trusted groomsman to deliver to the

man himself on the morning of the big day. You made it! Congratulations! Now smile, laugh and kiss the day away! Still want an extra bit of help? Check out our ticklist, below, so you can mark things off as you go.

THE ULTIMATE TICKLIST? TICK! 12 months to go • Set the budget and create a spreadsheet • Book dress appointments (don’t forget shoes and accessories too!) • Book a venue/reception • Organise the guest list • Select your bridal party • Think about a theme 9 months to go • Order your gown

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• Finalise the guest list • Book the caterer • Book the photographer • Book the florist • Book the hairstylist • Book the make-up artist • Arrange wedding transport • Order bridesmaid dresses and groomswear 8 months to go • Hire photography • Organise catering for reception (check food intolerances of guests) • Book celebrant/priest if applicable. Map out the ceremony with him/her • Book out a block of hotel rooms (assign someone the task of collating a directions guide to/from the ceremony if different locations) 6 months to go • Source music entertainment, pre-prepared play list a bonus! • Make up and hair trials

• Order the cake • Draw up a timeline of the day. Send to vendors. 4 months to go • Source wedding bands • Send Save the Date cards • Register with a gift list • Order bridesmaids’ dresses • Order Groomsmen attire • Book honeymoon • Choose readings and hymns for your ceremony 2 months to go • Organise wedding favours • Order wedding invitations • Confirm bridal accessories • Organise bridal party gifts • Organise transport • Place a newspaper wedding announcement? (For the traditionalists and romantics…) 6 weeks to go • Confirm, cofirm, confirm! Check and check again with all the vendors

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• Organise the marriage license • Send invitations • Finalise the ceremony and reception plans • Have the Hen and Stag parties 4 weeks to go • Send out as many final payments as you can • Call and check if hairdresser/beauty coming to your house or to confirm appointments 3 weeks to go • Have a haircut and colour • Book a facial • Final dress fitting • Chase RSVPS • Start wearing in your wedding shoes around the house or office 1 week to go • Send a final head count to venue/caterer. • Give your bridesmaids and

the groomsmen a delegation list for on-the-day jobs 2 days to go • Book a spray tan • Have a manicure/pedicure • Get lots of rest. • No more exercise (we’re scared silly by the story of the bride who sprained her ankle on a last, pre-wedding run…) • Put together a bridal emergency kit. Include plasters, mints, tampons, hair pins, tooth picks, lipstick, tissues, needle and thread, and buttons (ask the maid of honour to source) The night before • Have a tried-and-tested big-day facial • Get an early night • Watch Father of the Bride with your dad (because we’re unashamedly sentimental). • Write a letter to your fiance for them to open in the morning – aww!

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or those of you in the bleak midwinter whose thoughts may have turned to some honeymoon sun, our top five honeymoon hottest sites will certainly set a fire beneath you. Did you know that the word ‘honeymoon’ was first coined in 1546 to mean not a holiday

a newlywed couple takes, but the first month after marriage when there is nothing but tenderness and pleasure…? Trying a little tenderness fast became the order of the day and from the Belle Epoque on, the ‘honeymoon’ (two, blissfully glorious words sandwiched together), became embedded in the souls and psyches of romantics as an actual holiday and trip of a lifetime (monthlong optional). We positively revel in this newlywed wonder. And it deserves only the very best. Check out our top five honeymoon hottest sites… 1. Blue Bay Travel As specialists in a wide range of products around the world, Blue Bay Travel believe it’s crucial to offer tailormade holiday packages to match your requirements for the biggest holiday of your life.

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Blue Bay Travel have excellent personal travel advisors to make your choice of resort a perfect one. Their Caribbean Warehouse specialises in

of the all-Inclusive cocktails, make the most of the amazing Miile Spa. Their Tropical Warehouse specialises in the beauty of the

Wake up and swim out in your private pool or relax in a personal jacuzzi with your morning Champagne holidays to the Caribbean. Here you can try the lively, adventurous side of the Caribbean, or if you need to unwind, take the tranquil route and lounge by the side of your own private pool. Why not try the Excellence Riviera Cancun and make the most of their free room upgrade at this 5* Mexican resort? Your room will have its own outdoor jacuzzi and two sunbeds with a swim-out pool. And when you’ve had enough

Indian Ocean. Journeying out to The Maldives or Mauritius will be the perfect way to relax with their endless beaches and crystal waters. Why not try the Kuramathi Island Resort? Amongst the Maldivian luxury you can experience some of the world’s most beautiful sights with excursions to local islands or dives amongst rich reefs and a wealth of wildlife. Top tip: Check out the site’s This Week’s Hot 20

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for inspiration and fabulous honeymoon deals. 2. Puente Romano Beach Resort, Marbella Ah, the Southern Mediterranean coastline. Effortlessly chic and romantic, these guys know a thing or two about sensational style. And the Puente Romano Beach Resort leads the way with aplomb. Nestled within its own tranquil and subtropical gardens, the resort is the perfect launchpad for all manner of outdoor pursuits, from hiking the vertiginous slopes of La Concha to kayaking the sea caves at Nerja and surfing at La Tarifa. Think whitewashed European houses with shutters; cobbledlined streets as far as the eye can see; unsurpassable food and wine, and midnight strolls down to the shore. Perfect if you’re searching for an authentic, villagestyle feel rather than a resort atmosphere, and for those who seek a little pampering. We’ve fallen hard for their Six Senses Spa experience that centres around the elements, water and steam, heat and ice, sea and earth. You had us at heat and ice… See more at puenteromano.com.

is also a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and National Park, boasting exceptional biodiversity and natural beauty. This gem of a honeymoon destination is still little-known amongst UK travellers, and its relatively unexplored slopes (comprised of over 106km of white, powdery plains and 124 pistes), give you and your new husband a blank canvas, perfect for gallivanting. Catering for skiers of all levels and abilities (9 green pistes, 41 blue, 50 red and 7 black), coupled with a special snow park for tubing and sledging, this is a honeymoon must for couples looking for exercise and excitement before a romantic apres-piste gin and tonic on the resort’s glorious sun deck. Visit ellodge.com. Top tip: The deluxe room, with its wood-panelled logretreat feel, also features an open-air jacuzzi on the terrace with open views!

4. Port Ferdinand and Saint Peter’s Bay Luxury Resorts, Barbados And why stop at just the honeymoon? Increasingly popular amongst honeymoon destinations is the option to get married in situ too! We can’t think of a more tempting prospect than this Top tip: Anyone for tennis? tropical setting, located on the The resort’s tennis club is northwest coast of Barbados. world renowned and was opened by Bjorn Borg himself Combining the wedding and honeymoon in this idyllic in 1979. setting marries together an unforgettable experience 3. El Lodge Hotel in Sierra with the very latest in luxury Nevada, Spain accommodation. Saint Snow bunnies… this one’s Peter’s Bay consists of a unique for you. Indulgence and collection of 57 luxury two- and luxury come hand in hand in three-bedroom beachfront this breathtaking ski resort, homes ranging from 2,500 high up in the Sierra Nevada mountains. The second-highest square feet to a five-bedroom penthouse of 6,300 square mountain range in Western feet, all with breathtaking views Europe, the Sierra Nevada

of the sparkling turquoise sea, and with a private hot tub on each terrace. If sun, sea, sand and swimming is your thing, Saint Peter’s Bay is situated on a 500ft beach with crystal clear waters, including a stunning 160ft freeform pool. And if cocktails are your thing, you’re in luck too: the Gazebo Bar serves delicious cocktails with, of course, the famous Barbadian rum punch. Check out stpetersbaybarbados.com.

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Top tip: The Simply Love Wedding Package will cater for a beach-location wedding ceremony plus a wedding planner available pre-travel as well on on-site. 5. Planet Holidays, Cyprus and Greece Planet Holidays is our top pick for short-haul destination honeymoons for Cyprus and Greece. In fact, the popularity of Cyprus as a destination is largely down to Planet! Their fantastic packages are affordable and offer everything you’d ever want from a dreamy break on the Mediterranean. Considering getting married overseas? Then you’re in luck! Planet Weddings is the sister arm to Planet Holidays and offer incredible packages with everything you’ll need for the big day. They can help you choose the best venue for your needs, and then walk you through the wedding planning process, adding all the special touches you want. To find out more visit planet-holidays.co.uk or planetweddings.co.uk. Top tip: Planet Holidays offer a wide range of luxury villas, hotels, self catering studios and apartments, spa hotels and more, so whatever you’re after, they’ve got it covered!

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