Love Our Wedding - February 2016

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ISSUE EIGHT • FEBRUARY 2016

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dresses FROM SLINKY TO A-LINE, FIND YOUR PERFECT GOWN HERE

MUST-READ SHOPPING TIPS YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUYING ‘THE ONE’

138 DREAMY DETAIL IDEAS PLUS HOW TO GIVE YOUR DAY THE WOW FACTOR

Steal her style!

HAIR & BEAUTY TRICKS TO CREATE REAL BRIDAL LOOKS

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WE CATCH UP WITH THE TEAM BEHIND ONE OF BRIDAL’S BIGGEST NAMES

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CONTENTS INSIDE THIS ISSUE

24 DRESS SHOPPING TIPS Must-read advice before you start your search for ‘the one’ 35 IT’S PARTY TIME! Beautiful bridesmaid dresses in a range of chic hues 53 HOT HEELS We pick our favourite shoes in the new Rainbow Club collection 56 THEME YOUR DAY Want a wedding that William and Kate would be proud of?

Check out our regal theme!

PUBLISHING EDITOR Jade Pepperell jade@loveourweddingmag.com Mobile: 07885 397120

REAL-LIFE WEDDINGS FOUR INSPIRING BIG DAYS

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ISSUE EIGHT • FEBRUARY 2016

THE FASHION EDIT SIMPLY STUNNING

dresses FROM SLINKY TO A-LINE, FIND YOUR PERFECT GOWN HERE

MUST-READ SHOPPING TIPS YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BUYING ‘THE ONE’

138 DREAMY DETAIL IDEAS PLUS HOW TO GIVE YOUR DAY THE WOW FACTOR

Steal her style!

HAIR & BEAUTY TRICKS TO CREATE REAL BRIDAL LOOKS

JUSTIN ALEXANDER

WE CATCH UP WITH THE TEAM BEHIND ONE OF BRIDAL’S BIGGEST NAMES

Pretty maids

SEE OUR PICK OF THE BEST DESIGNS FOR YOUR FAVOURITE GIRLS, P35

REAL STORIES

CONTRIBUTORS Hannah Wilkinson

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REAL HAIR & BEAUTY IDEAS FOUR REAL LOOKS TO STEAL FOR YOUR DAY

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88 WIN TICKETS TO THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW THIS SPRING! Enter our amazing competition and you and a ‘plus one’ could go to the UK’s best show for free!

92 DATES FOR YOUR DIARY We list the UK’s top wedding fairs, trunk shows and open days throughout 2016

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hristmas and New Year have been and gone, which can only mean one thing – it’s time to get stuck into the wedding planning! With many people getting engaged over the festive period, some of you will be just starting out – looking at venues, visiting fairs and booking appointments at bridal boutiques, whereas some of you will be fine-tuning the little details with weeks to go! We’ve got some great tips for giving your day the wow factor this issue (page 79) to help get your planning off to a great start. We also have some glamorous bridal looks to try for the big day (page 44), a selection of show-stopping new bridal gowns (page 14) and four stunning real wedding stories for you to get your teeth into (page 60). And if you haven’t bought tickets to the UK’s best wedding show yet – The National Wedding Show – then make sure you enter our competition to win a pair of tickets (page 88). Happy planning!

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My favourite picks this month!

1. This Cecille necklace by Susie Warner is oh-so sophisticated 2. Brides that want to wow guests must consider this dreamy dress; style 9818, from the Justin Alexander Signature collection 3. I love this cute Imogen comb by Debbie Carlisle 4. These Paloma heels

by Rainbow Club are heel-totoe beautiful! 5. For something a little bit different, you can’t beat a scrummy cheese wheel cake like this one from Courtyard Dairy

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YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO

DRESS SHOPPING D

ress shopping can be one of the most exciting parts of planning a wedding, but the process can be a little daunting. To help make things easier, we’ve compiled our top tips and everything you need to know before hitting the shops…

START EARLY

Ideally you should start dress shopping at least six months before the big day to allow for fittings and time to find

‘the one’.You’ll also have much KEEP AN OPEN MIND more choice and you’re less likely to rush into a decision Never rule out dresses that that you’ll later regret. you wouldn’t normally choose.

Be open to suggestions WEAR THE RIGHT and take advice from sales consultants in boutiques as UNDERWEAR it’s their job to know what Wearing the right underwear will flatter you. By trying on when dress shopping/at a different styles you may find fitting is vital. If you don’t something you love that you know what style you’re after, hadn’t considered before. take with you a selection of push-up and strapless bras, and BRING PEOPLE YOU any shapewear that you might TRUST WITH YOU want on the big day. The right underwear can It can be tempting to bring all completely transform your your girlfriends dress shopping, figure and will give your dress but having too many people the ideal fit. offering their opinions can

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Are you embarking on your search for ‘the one’?

Then make sure you read these top tips!

cause confusion. Stick to a maximum of three people and bring only those that you trust will give you honest advice.

KNOW YOUR BUDGET

Deciding on a maximum spend will narrow your choice and stop you getting carried away trying on dresses way out of your budget. Don’t forget to take into account the cost of alterations, shoes and accessories, too.

CONSIDER YOUR DAY

Keep in mind where and when you’ve chosen to get married

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as this can affect your choices.

If, for example, you’re marrying abroad or in summer, then you may want to search for dresses in a lighter, breathable fabric. If you’ve chosen a winter ceremony, you’ll want something less revealing and may need to consider a cover-up.

It’s a good idea to know your wedding theme before you start shopping. Knowing the overall look that you want for your big day will help you decide on the style of dress that would be the most suitable for you.

build, a glamorous low-backed gown will flatter your figure and belted waists can help create the illusion of curves.

Sweetheart necklines and full skirts on the other hand are perfect for brides with an hourglass shape. If you’re unsure, ask in the boutique what they would recommend for you.

WORK WITH YOUR BODY SHAPE

ALWAYS TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS

One of the golden rules of style is knowing what suits you and working with what you have. If you have an athletic

If you’ve found a dress you like but still need reassuring, take the time to try on a few more.You want to fall in

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love with your gown and feel completely confident in your choice. If you feel the dress is perfect and you can picture yourself walking down the aisle in it, then it’s more than likely ‘the one’.

FEEL FABULOUS

Above all, it’s important to find a dress that will make you feel incredible on the big day. Make sure you try on a range of designs and cuts until you find one that not only looks amazing, but one that makes you feel 100% confident, too.

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With hundreds of top stockists all over the UK, book an appointment now to try on one of these beauties before they sell out! See marklesley.co.uk for more information.

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ALLURE WOMAN Be proud of your figure in one of these gorgeous gowns designed for curvier shapes. If you’ve got it, work it!

STYLE W362 ONE OF THE SHOW STOPPERS IN THE COLLECTION, THIS STYLE IS ELEGANT, SOPHISTICATED AND OH-SO FLATTERING

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STYLE W363 SUBTLE SHADES OF CHAMPAGNE AND BLUSH WILL BE BIG NEWS THIS YEAR, AND THIS DRESS PROVES WHY!

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STYLE W365 WE ADORE THE MIX OF LACE WITH THE RUFFLED TULLE SKIRT. INSTANT WOW FACTOR!

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STYLE W371 FEEL FABULOUS IN THIS FIT-AND-FLARE DESIGN FEATURING A SPARKLY SWEETHEART NECKLINE

STYLE W377 GET YOUR GROOM HOT UNDER THE COLLAR IN THIS STUNNING GOWN WITH A LOW V-NECKLINE!

STYLE W361 WANT A BIT OF ADDED SUPPORT? TRY THIS DRESS WITH PRETTY STRAPS

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To see all the beautiful new collections from Justin Alexander, visit justinalexander.com now, and find your nearest stockist for an appointment!

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WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO Justin Alexander gowns embody BRIDES STARTING Old Hollywood glamour.

THEIR DRESS SEARCH?

The SS16 season returns to a simpler elegance in rich fabrications such as mikado, silk dupion, silk chiffon and luxe charmeuse. The refined detailing and hint of 1950s couture provide a timeless look.

Remember to be yourself and follow your heart when you’re searching for ‘the one’. The aim should be to look like the very best version of yourself, and to find something you feel really comfortable in.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE STYLE IN THE NEW COLLECTION?

WHAT CAN WE EXPECT FROM JUSTIN ALEXANDER NEXT?

That’s a tough one! Style 8846 is a favourite of designer Tony Mentel, and it’s easy to see why.

The beautifully beaded back was inspired by an Art Nouveau William Morris print – it has a modern nostalgic look (pictured, right).

WHY SHOULD BRIDES CHOOSE JUSTIN ALEXANDER?

Justin Alexander dresses have impeccable design and attention to detail, including delicately

The next collection will wow brides! Featuring new back detailing and intricate, unique lace patterns, we simply can’t wait to share it with you… Look out for the new collection this spring!

THIS GORGEOUS DRESS, STYLE 8846, IS A FAVOURITE OF JUSTIN ALEXANDER’S DESIGNER, TONY MENTEL

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Boho

The boho look is bang on trend, with floaty gowns and floral crowns. To create this look, choose natural colours for your make-up and ensure you have a lovely peachy blush to give your cheeks a pretty flourish. Choose nude lips too, with a little gloss. Finally, a down-do with loose waves complete with the floral crown will give you an effortlessly elegant style. Perfect for outdoor weddings or a beachy ceremony.

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Retro Glamour

Every bride wants to feel glamorous on their wedding day, but some brides are taking it a step further by channelling the starlet look, straight from the silver screens of old. This timeless look is both sexy and sophisticated, with two key elements – red lips and retro waves in a side parting. Perfect for girls with shorter hair, whether blonde or brunette.

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Traditional

For brides that want to look super feminine, the traditional style is the perfect choice. This look is all about the eyes when it comes to make-up.Your key product is a lengthening mascara to give your lashes the wow factor. It will also help your eyes to stand out in the photos. In terms of accessories, a traditional sparkly tiara or headband is ideal.

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The vintage look is one of the hardest to pull off because it’s a combination of natural beauty with unique styling in the hair, dress and accessories. Choose nude colours for the make-up with soft blush pinks, then go for statement accessories like birdcage veils, hair vines or vintage combs. Complete the look with a lacy dress with capped sleeves.

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THEME YOUR DAY

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opting for an effortless style can have fantastic results. Using ethereal white and green hues throughout, not only is this theme incredibly beautiful, it’s guaranteed to never go out of fashion. We love!

PHOTOGRAPHER Sanshine Photography, sanshinephotography.com VENUE The West Reservoir Centre, hackneyvenues.com WEDDING PLANNER/STYLING Serendipity Weddings, serendipity-weddings.co.uk HAIR/MAKE-UP Laura Anne Hair & Make Up, lauraannemakeup.com DRESSES Halfpenny London (halfpennylondon.com) and Belle & Bunty (belleandbunty.co.uk) FLOWERS The Flower Bird, theflower-bird.co.uk CROCKERY Classic Crockery, classiccrockery.co.uk CAKE Little Bear Cakery, littlebearcakery.com STATIONERY Paperknots, paperknots.co.uk SHOES Emmy London, emmylondon.com MODELS Bianca Valea & Matt Colborne F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 6 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ 59

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A WOW-FACTOR WEDDING IN SOUTH AFRICA

CHA NEL & JODY A breathtaking wedding abroad with chic details. We caught up with bride, Chanel...

How did Jody propose?

“After 3 years together on New Year’s Eve 2014, while on a helicopter flight around the Cape Peninsula. While flying over part of Table

Mountain, Jody popped the question.”

What dress did you wear?

“I had my beautiful dress made by Elbeth Gillis.

It was a champagne

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colour, French lace dress.

I was lucky enough to know what type of dress I wanted; I told Elbeth what I had in mind to wear on my day and she created it for me. I wanted it to be sleek, elegant and modern.”

And the accessories?

“I didn’t wear much

jewellery, but what I did wear was beautiful pearl vintage earrings, and I had a hairpiece made from shells and pearls. Both were designed and made by Lilyblue. My shoes were pretty heels from Steve Madden and my mohair shawl was bought from a craft market.”

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THE DETAILS Date: 9th May 2015 Venue: RockHaven Farm in the Elgin Valley, Cape Town, South Africa Photographer: Lindy Kannemeyer

Chanel’s dress: Elbeth Gillis Jody’s attire: Woolworths Bridesmaid dresses: Young Designers Emporium Jewellery: Lilyblue Shoes: Steve Madden

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What did Jody wear?

“Jody wanted to look comfortable, yet stylish.

His suit, shirt etc was bought at Woolworths.”

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

“It can be an emotional experience walking down the aisle with your father holding you so tightly and all your friends whispering well wishes, but as you see him for those first few moments,

everything disappears.

Jody has always been my centre of calm and reason, and seeing him look at me with happiness and awe, I knew this was the beginning of a new, wonderful adventure.”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“Our bridesmaids were Jody’s two daughters.

Their pretty blue dresses were bought from

the Young Designers Emporium.”

What was your theme?

“We wanted something simple and whereby everyone would have fun. The tables were different sizes, heights and styles, with barstyle chairs, sofas and ottomans scattering the reception area. I decorated the reception area with blush, duck-egg blue table runners, as well

as gold sequence table cloths. The tables were covered with seasonal flowers in a variety of vases and jars.”

What was your best buy?

“My best buy was definitely my wedding dress and veil.”

What’s your saving tip?

“Decide on what you want, be sensible with what you can afford and use local produce.”

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A BEAUTIFUL AUTUMNAL DAY

ELLIE & RICHIE With an incredible venue hosting their day, this wedding is truly stunning.

Bride Ellie tells all...

Tell us about the proposal “Richie proposed in October 2013 in our new home that we had just bought. I was not expecting it at all! He got down on one knee with the ring in one hand and our puppy Tiny in the other and asked me to marry him.”

What dress did you wear?

“My dress was by Ellis Bridals, which I purchased from Bliss

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Bridal Boutique in Christchurch. I knew that I wanted to wear something quite simple.

What I really loved about my dress was the buttons all the way down from the top to the bottom on the back, which looked so delicate and beautiful.”

And the accessories?

“I had a full-length veil, which had little diamanté details on it that glistened in the light. I also had a tiara and bracelet by Jon Richard, bought from Debenhams. Finally, I wore a pearl necklace that my sister lent me – one she wore on her wedding day.”

What did Richie wear?

“Richie wore navy tails with an ivory waistcoat, white shirt and ivory cravat. He then wore a pair of brown loafers to finish the suit off. The dads, best man and groomsmen wore the same, but had pale pink cravats instead.”

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THE DETAILS Date: 2nd October 2015 Venue: The Italian Villa, Dorset Photographer: David Wheeler

Ellie’s dress: Ellis Bridals Bridesmaid dresses: Bought from Well Groomed Jewellery: Jon Richard Entertainment: Mark Williams

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My matron of honour was Joanne who has been my best friend for the last 12 years, one of the other bridesmaids, George, has been a close friend over the years and

my other bridesmaid Emma, was the best man’s girlfriend who came over from Ireland for the wedding. Their dresses were from Well Groomed in Poole.”

What was your theme?

“I decided that navy

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would be really striking for an October wedding and I could team it with my favourite colour; pink.

The wedding breakfast room was so neutral so the pale pink chair sashes, flowers, favours etc really made the room look beautiful.

We incorporated the season by having an ivory cake with different shaped leaves clustering up the cake.”

What was the highlight of your day?

“The highlight of the day was marrying my soul

mate after being together for six years, and being able to have all of our friends and family there to celebrate with us.”

while we were having our photographs taken and then during the wedding breakfast. He really did wow everyone!”

What was your best buy? What’s your saving tip?

“We had a magician “Be creative. Not only called Mark Williams who does it save money, it also entertained our guests adds a personal touch.”

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A STUNNING DAY IN PINK HUES

CHA RLOTTE & MIKE We love this gorgeous wedding! Real bride Charlotte reveals all about her day...

How did Mike propose?

“I came home to find an envelope with instructions, and on the floor were heart arrows showing me where to go. When I entered each

room there was a video to watch of our time together. Then finally I ended up in the living room, with the questions I had answered in my hand. I then had to put

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the paper on top of the last page, which then spelt out ‘will you marry me?’ Mike then appeared behind me with the ring and was down on one knee. It was very romantic and he had put so much thought in to it.”

What dress did you wear?

“It was Allure Couture

style C320 – an absolutely stunning dress. J&J Designs were so lovely and helped me so much with my dress, which was complimented throughout the day!”

And the accessories?

“Donna Crain made my gorgeous headpiece.

It was beautifully

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THE DETAILS Date: 14th June 2015 Venue: The Barn, Tunbridge Wells Photographer: James Grist

Charlotte’s dress: Allure Couture Mike’s attire: Hired from Moss Bros Bridesmaid dresses: Debenhams Jewellery: Donna Crain & Debenhams Shoes: Debenhams

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handmade with delicate, stunning detail. I kept the other accessories to a minimum; just a pair of pearl stud earrings from Debenhams and my shoes were a simple gold pair, also from Debenhams.”

What did Mike wear?

“He wore a grey suit with a morning jacket, dark rose cravat and handkerchief and an

ivory waist coat. It was hired from Moss Bros.”

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

was Becki and my bridesmaids were Rachel, Amanda and Rachael.

Their dresses were from the Debut collection at Debenhams.”

“I felt like I was the luckiest girl alive and that he looked so handsome “We didn’t have a waiting there. I just couldn’t wait to get down theme as such, we were the aisle and marry him!” aiming for a cosy and relaxed feel and we wanted to make sure our personalities were shining through with lots of personal touches.”

“My maid of honour

What was your theme?

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

What was your best buy?

“The venue! They were amazing and the price was so reasonable. The service was excellent from start to finish.”

What’s your saving tip?

“Plan ahead and get a balance, making sure that you spend your money on what you really want and need. The generosity and help from friends and family was also a life saver!”

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A RUSTIC WEDDING WITH A TIPI RECEPTION

LUC Y & JOSH A rustic festival vibe meets a glamorous theme! Bride Lucy tells us how she did it...

What dress did you wear?

“I wore a Caroline Castigliano dress called Como. I bought it from a beautiful shop called Serendipity Brides in Weedon, Northamptonshire.”

And the accessories?

“I wore a cathedral-length veil (which I replaced with flowers after the service), a Kate Spade bangle and a diamond necklace, which was a gift from my mum.”

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What did Josh wear?

“We went to Fogarty’s in Leighton Buzzard. We bought three-piece navy suits for the groom and the groomsmen.”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“I had four bridesmaids

– my lifelong friend Charlotte, my very dear friends Sophia and Jemma, and a family friend’s daughter, Lottie, who I have always seen as a little sister.

They all wore twobirds Bridesmaid dresses in blush. Two wore short and two the ball gown

versions. They all had Aldo gold peep toe shoes. We also had a pageboy who wore an outfit from Monsoon and a flowergirl who wore a gold shimmery dress, also from Monsoon.”

What was your theme?

“The theme was rustic

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THE DETAILS Date: 5th September 2015 Venue: Ceremony at St Owens, Bromham followed by the reception in a tipi at Wood Farm, Wootton Green Photographer: Belle Momenti Photography

Lucy’s dress: Caroline Castigliano Josh’s attire: Fogarty’s Bridesmaid dresses: twobirds Bridesmaid Flowergirl & pageboy outfits: Monsoon Jewellery: Kate Spade Shoes: Aldo Decorations: The White Emporium & Oh Sew Violet

with a touch of glam.

We wrapped jam jars in twine, spraying them gold and covering them in glitter – 146 of them in total! We used these to have candles in and to be the vases for the flowers. I bought some feathers and painted

the tips with gold paint and glitter to go at each place setting and I hired rose gold sequin table runners from The White Emporium. Other decorations included ivory, gold and blush pom poms and parasols to hang from the ceiling,

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wooden crates, 200m of fairylights, straw bales, fire pits, blackboards with meaningful quotes on, and beautiful bunting made by my friend Felicity from her company Oh Sew Violet.

Instead of favours we provided everyone with

a shot glass and a milk bottle full of sloe gin.”

What was the highlight of your day?

“Other than the marriage itself, it’s between two key events – the helicopter ride that I had planned as a surprise

for Josh and the drag act that we had in the evening! Our dear friend Doug does a professional act and he offered to perform in the evening.”

What was your best buy?

£30 to make everything and made such an impact. We did them together as a couple and really enjoyed it.”

What’s your saving tip?

“Always ask if it’s their “The jars and the feathers final price – from the probably cost in total venue to the decorations.”

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LIGHT UP THE ROOM Lights will always give your wedding venue a magical look, and we say the more the merrier! From fairylights around beams to tealights dotted around the grounds, lights are a guaranteed way to add the wow factor. A big trend right now is hiring oversized light up letters!

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CHEESE CAKE Becoming a huge trend, many couples are opting for a cheese wheel cake instead of traditional sweet tiers, and we think they look (and taste) amazing!

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FABULOUS FLORALS Aside from the bouquets and table decorations, brides will be looking to use their blooms in more creative ways. Not only are flowers so pretty and elegant, but they also smell amazing, so dot stems around the reception space, hang from the ceiling, and put them on the backs of chairs and pew ends.

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FIREWORKS DISPLAY There’s nothing more spectacular than finishing off your wedding celebrations with an amazing fireworks display.

Guests will look on in awe as you play out the crescendo to your day. Just make sure you check that the venue allows them first, as some do not!

BREAK TRADITIONS Instead of choosing a traditional A-line gown, check out some of the more fashion-led designers for elegant, ethereal lines that look effortlessly chic. We love Ruth Milliam, Rasha London and Elbeth Gillis, to name a few.

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KEEP THE TABLES SIMPLE Rather than cluttering your tables with favours, stationery and decorations, keep them simple, but effective. Have favours that are also place settings and menus in one, and make them interesting so guests can talk about them together throughout the meal. Instead, put the decor on the ceilings in the form of hanging lanterns, bunting and pom poms.

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FUN AND GAMES If you’re having a summer party, consider garden games to keep guests entertained.

Think coconut shies, giant Jenga or even fairground rides.

BE BOLD WITH YOUR MAKE-UP It may feel like a big risk going for bold make-up on your wedding day, but it can really pay off. Not only will it make your features stand out in photos, but you can also create really glamorous styles that will make you look and feel like a star. If you want some inspiration for bridal beauty looks, check out our brilliant feature for hair and beauty, page 44.

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FAUX FLOWERS Fabric, brooch and beaded bouquets are becoming increasingly popular, because not only are they an eyecatching talking point, they can also be kept long after the wedding day.You can also have a lot of fun with the colours and prints, too.

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The award-winning wedding venue is elegant and full of grandeur. It features fabulous reception rooms that suit every aspect of a wedding and there is a small church just 300 metres away in

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Road, Teddington. 10.30-3.30pm. landmarkartscentre.org THE WEDDING AFFAIR

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The Traditional & Vintage Luxury Wedding Show, Rippon.

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THE LANDMARK WEDDING FAIR 7TH FEBRUARY

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