Love Our Wedding - March 2016

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ISSUE NINE • MARCH 2016

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PRICELESS ADVICE & IDEAS TO STEAL FOR YOUR BIG DAY!

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DISCOVER THE CHIC 2016 COLLECTION

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CONTENTS INSIDE THIS ISSUE

31 NEW NAMES FOR 2016 Check out our selection of the most up-and-coming names in the UK market 59 25 OF THE BEST BRIDESMAID DRESSES We pick our favourite dresses for your best girls 71 PRETTY PEARLS Sophisticated jewellery to complete your look

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

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HEAVENLY HEELS THE BEST BRIDAL SHOES TO WALK YOU DOWN THE AISLE

ISSUE NINE • MARCH 2016

Real brides

PRICELESS ADVICE & IDEAS TO STEAL FOR YOUR BIG DAY!

BUMPER ISSUE EVEN MORE IDEAS INSIDE!

MORI LEE

DISCOVER THE CHIC 2016 COLLECTION

Photo perfection

TOP TIPS TO ENSURE YOU HAVE A TIMELESS WEDDING ALBUM

GORGEOUS GOWNS WOW-FACTOR DRESSES FOR EVERY BRIDAL STYLE, P19

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EXCLUSIVE FEATURES 29 EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH MORI LEE 38 THE BEAUTIFUL SINCERITY BRIDAL COLLECTION

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43 FASHION FOCUS: ELBETH GILLIS 49 THE BRAND NEW CATHERINE PARRY COLLECTION 54 THE MARK LESLEY BRIDAL COLLECTION 73 AN EXCLUSIVE READER OFFER WITH PURELY DIAMONDS 83 LIFE-SAVING FAVOURS WITH CANCER RESEARCH UK

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SEASONAL DRESSES WE’VE FOUND THE BEST BRIDAL DESIGNS FOR EVERY TIME OF YEAR

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A CLASSIC WHITE WEDDING GREAT WAYS TO CREATE A CHIC THEME

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ove is in the air with Valentine’s Day upon us, where many people around the world will be nervously preparing to get down on one knee! Congrats to all the newly-engaged brides reading Love Our Wedding for the very first time. Our handbag-sized magazine is designed to give you all the planning advice, bridal fashion and bundles of big-day inspiration you could wish for, and it won’t cost you a penny! This issue my favourite features include 25 of the best bridesmaid dresses (page 59), the classic white wedding theme (page 78) and the new names for 2016, showcasing our pick of the best new labels to watch this year (page 31).

I really love our real weddings this month too, especially Jodie & Matt’s big day – so simple yet sophisticated, and her kitty shoes are just adorable (page 84)! And if you’re finding the wedding planning stressful, fear not – we have a great guide to solving the most common planning woes (page 97). We hope you enjoy the issue and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter and Facebook for the most up-to-date news and ideas, too!

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Jade Pepperell Publishing Editor My favourite picks this month!

1. Pretty Petal earrings from Love Susie 2. I adore this Amanda Wyatt gown – perfect for a summer wedding 3. I love the unique style of this save the date by Ivy & Inks 4. For a truly cool wedding look, these Chantilly heels are super-chic,

by Harriet Wilde 5. Brides that want to make a statement with their accessories, look no further than this stunning Blaisdon hair piece by Miranda Templeton

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Seasonal dresses ALEXIA DESIGNS

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We reveal our favourite new bridal dresses for spring through to winter...

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SUMMER

AMANDA WYATT

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ALLURE BRIDALS

LIGHT AND FLOATY IF YOU’RE GETTING MARRIED IN SPRING OR SUMMER, MAKE SURE YOU CHOOSE A LIGHTWEIGHT GOWN TO KEEP YOU COOL IN HOT WEATHER

LILLIAN WEST CHANTICLEER HOUSE OF OLLICHON

ELBETH GILLIS

ANNA GEORGINA RASHA LONDON ZAEEM JAMAL

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KEEP CALM AND COVER UP! THERE’S NO POINT IN WORRYING ABOUT THE WEATHER FOR YOUR AUTUMN/ WINTER WEDDING. INSTEAD, BE PREPARED

BY CHOOSING HEAVY MATERIALS, COVER-UPS OR SLEEVES

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH

Mori Lee

LUSCIOUS LAYERS MORI LEE ONLY USE THE HIGHEST-QUALITY MATERIALS TO CREATE THEIR GOWNS

We caught up with the Mori Lee team to find out why their designs are extra special and what’s in store for 2016...

WHAT MAKES MORI LEE GOWNS UNIQUE?

One of the significant differences with Mori Lee dresses compared to many other international bridal labels is that they are all designed by Madeline Gardner rather than having many influences. Madeline is based in her New York design studio and has been designing Mori Lee dresses for over 20 years. This gives Mori Lee gowns a distinctive, personal and unique style.

WHY SHOULD BRIDES CHOOSE MORI LEE?

Brides should feel confident in choosing a Mori Lee dress because of our reputation for both quality of design and materials used. Mori Lee has been producing high quality creations for decades and has a recognition within the bridal business as being a reliable and a trustworthy label with great attention to detail.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO BRIDES STARTING THEIR DRESS SEARCH?

That’s a difficult question, but a very important one! Our first piece of advice is to be true to yourself – what do you want out of your dress?

How do you want to look? And most importantly, how do you want to feel? Secondly, you need to know your budget.

Wedding dresses vary dramatically in price and knowing what you can and cannot afford will help you focus on picking the right dress for you. All our official UK stockists can be found at morilee.co.uk.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE DRESS/ BESTSELLER?

Our bestselling style from our Spring 2016 collection is our style #2823 (pictured, left). This dress has been nominated for the Bridal Buyer Awards as Wedding Dress of The Year 2016. The mermaid silhouette is a real bridal favourite bringing together a touch of Hollywood red-carpet glamour and a bit of body-sculpting sizzle. This classic comes in tulle with intricate crystal beadwork. A truly glamorous gown guaranteed to give you the wow factor!

DO YOU CATER FOR MORE THAN THE BRIDE?

We do! Mori Lee has a large selection of dresses for bridesmaids, which can be found across five different collections. We also design a variety of gowns for the mother of the bride, special occasions, prom, party and social events.

We aim to produce a range of looks to perfectly compliment the contemporary woman with fashion-forward styling for a number of occasions.

WHAT CAN WE EXPECT FROM MORI LEE NEXT?

The future for Mori Lee will be influenced continually by the international fashion trends, whilst not forgetting our heritage and Madeline Gardner’s unique designs. We will continue to produce elegant, beautiful, lace and beaded dresses to our highest standards. Both ballgowns and fitted styles will feature, incorporating some of the recent trends towards simpler cleaner gowns with less embellishments.

See the full Spring 2016 collection at morilee.co.uk.

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INFINITY BY ROMANTICA OF DEVON Fancy yourself as a fashionista? Then this new collection will be right up your street! Infinity allows you to create your own dream dress using a plain strapless silhouette, which you can then add details to. From coverups and belts to lace appliqué and full tulle skirts, the options are endless!

ELBETH GILLIS Although a new name to the UK, Elbeth has been designing breathtaking gowns for years, earning herself a fantastic reputation as one of South Africa’s finest bridal designers.

Her stunning Opulence collection has turned heads everywhere, so you’re sure to see her in many of Britain’s best boutiques this year. Her designs are incredibly elegant, and effortlessly stylish, too. The brand new collection will be launching this spring, and we can’t wait to see it.

NEW NAMES FOR 2016

We’ve shortlisted new labels that will be hot property this year ANDREA HAWKES This lovely British designer came on the wedding scene a couple of years ago and has already made a great impression! Her simple approach to design focussing on feminine silhouettes and delicate detailing has created a buzz in the wedding world. One to watch...

EMILY VICTORIA WHITE The newest name on our list, English designer, Emily, is sure to make a big impact with her debut collection. Creating dresses that accentuate the natural beauty of the female form, her gowns will make you feel like a goddess on your special day.

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HOUSE OF OLLICHON Forget the traditional A-line gown and instead think separates and jumpsuits! House of Ollichon has brought a completely fresh approach to bridal fashion, thinking completely outside the box for brides that want a cool but classy edge to their wedding look. We think this contemporary new collection is absolutely genius, and certain to be a hit in 2016.

RUTH MILLIAM If you want unrivalled luxury, you must check out Ruth Milliam! Using the highest quality materials, furs and crystal detailing, each dress is lovingly handmade by this fantastic British designer. Her unique, ethereal style has got everyone in the wedding world talking, and it’s easy to see why!

ZAEEM JAMAL Available to buy from their boutique or online, Zaeem Jamal designs a beautiful range of bridal gowns for the modern bride. Not only do they offer a ready-to-wear collection, but they also offer a bespoke service so brides can create something completely unique, too. Zaeem Jamal also provide gorgeous shoes and clutch bags so you can look top-totoe glamorous on your special day.

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RASHA LONDON One of the most fashion-led designers on our list, Rasha has been getting a lot of attention since she launched her debut collection.

With a background in high fashion, Rasha brings trends from the catwalk to the bridal market, offering effortless glamour.

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SINCERITY

A breathtaking collection of wedding dresses, featuring both traditional and fashion-forward designs STYLE 3905 WE ADORE THE CRYSTAL-EMBELLISHED CAPPED SLEEVES ON THIS DREAMY DRESS

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STYLE 3900 BRIDES THAT WANT SOMETHING FUN AND ELEGANT IN EQUAL MEASURE – YOU’VE JUST FOUND IT!

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STYLE 3890 WITH A BLUSH PINK COLOUR, SWEETHEART NECKLINE AND LAYERED BALLGOWN SKIRT, THIS DRESS IS PRINCESS PERFECTION

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STYLE 3897 FOR A CLASSIC LOOK, THIS SOPHISTICATED DESIGN WITH A HIGH NECKLINE IS AN IDEAL CHOICE

STYLE 3875 THIS TEA-LENGTH STYLE IS A MUST IF YOU WANT TO MAKE A STATEMENT OR SIMPLY WANT TO KEEP COOL DURING YOUR SUMMER WEDDING

STYLE 3879 PROVING THAT OFTEN LESS IS MORE, THIS PRETTY STRAPLESS GOWN WITH SUBTLE DETAILS IS A STUNNER

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STYLE 3877 IF YOU WANT TO HIDE YOUR ARMS BUT DON’T WANT ANYTHING TOO HEAVY, CONSIDER THIS ELEGANT DRESS WITH A SHEER COVERUP ADORNED WITH LACE

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FASHION FOCUS

ELBETH GILLIS

Elegant, unmistakably sensual and breathtakingly opulent, Elbeth Gillis’ 2016 bridal Collection offers timeless style.

“Remember when you were a young girl, captivated by fairytales? This collection is about the grandeur that grabbed your imagination then,” says Elbeth. Featuring the finest tulle and silk chiffon with luxurious, floating details like dainty pearls, twinkling beads and Chantilly lace, every Elbeth bride will feel like a princess on her day. With a mix of silhouettes for every shape, Elbeth Gillis can make your dreams come true. See the full collection now at elbethgillis.com.

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BRAND NEW COLLECTION!

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CATHERINE PARRY We’re blown away by this stunning new collection from one of Britain’s most up-and-coming names

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odern silhouettes and delicate details all feature in the 2016 collection from Catherine Parry.

The latest collection from the British design team at Catherine Parry is proving to be a big hit with brides with its combination of on-trend designs and beautiful detailing.

With everything from fabulous figure-hugging fishtails to A-lines and flowing ball gown skirts, the new collection has something to suit every shape.

Each design features Catherine Parry’s unique structure, for a flattering fit, and priced from just £895 to £1,795, there’s something for every bride’s budget, too!

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We adore 1611; an off-theshoulder lace gown available with a wide crystal encrusted belt for added wow factor.

Meanwhile, brides looking for a soft and romantic ball gown will love 1612, which features a pleated bodice in luxurious mikado silk, finished with delicate hand-beaded appliqués at the waistline.

If you’re still searching for ‘the one’, look no further.

Check out the brand new Catherine Parry collection and your nearest stockists now at catherineparrybridal.com.

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MARK LESLEY

Offering glamour, elegance and style, finding your dream wedding dress is easy with Mark Lesley...

STYLE 7121 WE ADORE THE DELICATELY BEADED CAPPED SLEEVES OF THIS PRETTY GOWN, COMPLETE WITH A MERMAID SKIRT

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STYLE 7152 FOR SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT BUT ALSO EFFORTLESSLY ELEGANT, CONSIDER THIS LIGHTWEIGHT DRESS WITH THIN STRAPS AND BLUSH FLORAL EMBROIDERY

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STYLE 7145 SHOWCASING A PERFECT A-LINE, THIS TRADITIONAL STYLE WITH A BOW WAIST BELT WILL CREATE A PRINCESS SILHOUETTE

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STYLE 7143 WHO SAYS YOU HAVE TO WEAR A LONG DRESS? THIS CUTE TEA-LENGTH DESIGN IS OH-SO CHIC!

STYLE 7129 WANT TO CHANGE UP YOUR LOOK FROM DAY TO NIGHT? TRY THIS STYLE WITH A REMOVABLE LACY COVER-UP

STYLE 7176 ARE YOU CELEBRATING IN SUMMER? TRY THIS BREATHTAKING GOWN WITH A SUPERFEMININE BODICE AND FLOATY SKIRT

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STYLE 7182 IF YOU LOVE GLAMOUR, FAIRYTALE LINES AND PLENTY OF SPARKLE, THEN LOOK NO FURTHER THAN THIS BEAUTY!

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Pretty in pink

IF YOU WANT A TRULY GIRLY-GIRL THEME, THEN PINK HUES ARE THE WAY TO GO! TO TONE IT DOWN, CONSIDER NUDE/NEUTRAL TONES, OR FOR WARMTH, TRY CORAL

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DREAMY DRESSES

Spoil your girls on the big day with one of these beautiful bridesmaid designs...

BADGLEY MISCHKA

EBONYROSE DESIGNS

ROMANTICA OF DEVON

IN ONE CLOTHING

D’ZAGE BY VEROMIA

MARK LESLEY

KELSEY ROSE

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Something new & blue TICK OFF TWO PARTS OF THE FAMOUS RHYME IN ONE HIT WITH PRETTY BLUE BRIDESMAIDS.YOUR GIRLS WILL BE YOUR LUCKY CHARMS ON THE DAY, AFTER ALL!

VEROMIA

ALLURE BRIDALS

IN ONE CLOTHING

ROMANTICA OF DEVON

RONALD JOYCE

ALEXIA DESIGNS

ALLURE BRIDALS

RONALD JOYCE

MARK LESLEY

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All that glitters...

FOR SOMETHING EXTRA SPECIAL, CONSIDER METALLIC DRESSES FOR YOUR BEST GIRLS. IT WILL LOOK AMAZING AND YOUR BRIDESMAIDS WILL FEEL LIKE SUPERSTARS, TOO

IN ONE CLOTHING

ROMANTICA OF DEVON

JASMINE B2

AMANDA WYATT

ALLURE BRIDALS

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JASMINE B2

BADGLEY MISCHKA

EBONYROSE DESIGNS

MORI LEE

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Heavenly heels...

HARRIET WILDE HONEY £550

Be comfortable and stylish in one hit with our pick of the fanciest footwear...

ARUNA SETH CANDY £550

RAINBOW CLUB

PRETTY PEEP TOES

SHOW OFF YOUR PEDICURE IN THESE CUTE KITTEN HEELS

FREYA ROSE HANNA £450

LOVE ART WEAR ART SCARLETT £230

FREYA ROSE PENELOPE £295

CHARLOTTE MILLS AMELI £250

RACHEL SIMPSON ORANGE BLOSSOM £175

LOVE ART WEAR ART MARLENE £230

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FABULOUSLY FLORAL WE CAN’T STOP SWOONING OVER THE AMAZING ADORA HEELS BY RAINBOW CLUB. AT JUST £99, THIS PRETTY SHOE IS AN ABSOLUTE STEAL!

Step out in style!

FOR A FAIRYTALE LOOK,YOU WON’T FIND A BETTER PAIR THAN THE WOW-FACTOR MARA SHOES BY FREYA ROSE, £495

HOT PICKS FOR 2016

WE PREDICT THESE BRAND NEW STYLES WILL BE BESTSELLERS THIS YEAR...

RAINBOW CLUB

RAINBOW CLUB BETTY £99

HARRIET WILDE CHANTILLY £220

RAINBOW CLUB MARIE £110

RACHEL SIMPSON LULU £165

RAINBOW CLUB LUISA £95

MERLE & MORRIS IRIS £120

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RACHEL SIMPSON ISABELLE £175

EMMY LONDON FILOMENA £POA

RACHEL SIMPSON NATHALIE £175

Our Wedding Gift to you!

After your Wedding, you can send us your Rainbow Club shoes, specifying one of our 5 seasonal colours.

We will then hand colour and deliver the shoes back to you completely free of charge, ensuring you can wear our shoes again and again.

Choose from; Black, Pale Grey, Champagne, Navy & Wild Fuchsia

For more information, visit our website www.rainbowclub.co.uk/wedding-gift

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MIMOSA, £170

CHARLOTTE, £190

ODETTE HAIRVINE, £190

KATE, £180

DECO FAN SHOE CLIPS, £65

HEAD-TO-TOE STYLE WITH

RACHEL SIMPSON

shoes are available from a number of excellent stockists all over the UK, and brides can order from her website, too.

But did you know that Rachel has more than just shoestrings to her bow? ne name that never the wedding industry since she She also creates amazing goes out of fashion launched her business in 2008. accessories, from cute shoe in the bridal world She’s won multiple awards clips and clutch bags to hair is Rachel Simpson, for her innovative, fashioncombs and slides to match and her brand new collection focussed footwear that’s not your shoes! Offering unique shows exactly why! only super stylish, but also shapes and amazing materials, Rachel Simpson has really comfortable, too! Her become a household name in

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you can mix and match Rachel’s designs so you’re topto-toe gorgeous, guaranteed.

A few of our favourites from the new collection include the wow-factor Charlotte heels and the effortlessly chic Celine clutch, which are both available in a mix of colours to suit your style.

Pick your dream accessories now at rachelsimpsonshoes.co.uk.

CELINE, £90 MIA, £90

CELINE IN NAVY, £85 IONA, £95

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Gifts for the whole wedding party

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CLASSIC & ELEGANT

Accessorise your bridal look using these sophisticated treasures

1. IMOGEN BRACELET from Susie Warner £120 2. NAOMI BRACELET from Designed To Sparkle £35 3. ALAN HANNAH DEVOTED EARRINGS from Jon Richard £POA 4. IVANA PENDANT NECKLACE from Olivier Laudus £49.99 5. CECILLE NECKLACE from Susie Warner £295 6. PETAL EARRINGS from Love Susie £24.95 7. ELLEN HAIR COMB from Rosie Willett Designs £77 8. DECO FLOWER HAIR PIN from Rosie Willett Designs £61 9. VENETIAN CRYSTAL AND PEARL HEADBAND from Katie Elizabeth of London £189 10. MAE COMB from Jo Barnes £175

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JODIE & M ATT We’re totally in love with this breathtaking, elegant wedding. Bride Jodie tells her story...

How did Matt propose?

“On our six-year anniversary, Matt took me back to a place we visited on our first Christmas together and proposed. Bewdley will always hold a special place in our hearts.”

What dress did you wear?

“My wedding dress was a beautiful Augusta Jones design, which I purchased from Georgina Scott Bridal in Stourbridge.”

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And the accessories?

“A vintage-style hair clip, a veil from Georgina Scott “Total excitement, I Bridal, and my kitty shoes couldn’t wait to get to the end of the aisle!” were a gift from Matt, by Charlotte Olympia.”

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

What did Matt wear?

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

Matt’s younger sister Daisy and our friend Laura to be our bridesmaids.

Their dresses were a bespoke design, made by my auntie.”

What was your theme?

“He wore a three-piece “We asked my two grey tail suit from Peter Posh in Wolverhampton.” cousins Tara and Corin,

“I could never decide on a colour scheme, so we decided to make a

THE DETAILS Date: 10th May 2014 Venue: Spring Grove House, West Midlands Safari Park Photographer: By Garazi

Jodie’s dress: Augusta Jones Matt’s attire: Peter Posh Jewellery: Georgina Scott Bridal Shoes: Charlotte Olympia

seeing all of our guests classic white wedding our theme, based around – we just couldn’t have asked for more.” the flowers that we wanted to use.”

What was the highlight of your day?

“There were so many!

The church service, reception venue, cars,

What was your best buy?

“We rented a self-drive red Jaguar E-Type. Matt had always wanted the opportunity to drive one and we thought, if not

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now, when? It really did look gorgeous – even if squashing my dress into the passenger seat wasn’t the easiest!”

certain items printed professionally. It ended up saving us a lot of money and meant that we could make everything that little bit more personal. If you both “We actually made all have time to do it, it’s of our wedding stationery really quite fun to put ourselves and only had everything together.”

What’s your saving tip?

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Bride Chloe tells all...

How did Ryan propose?

“After we’d attended a friend’s wedding in Italy, August 2012, we headed to Rome for five days.

We had a trip to the Borghese Villa, which is set in acres of parkland and gardens, and Ryan kept insisting we sat under a tree. As I went to sit down, I turned around and saw him on one knee, pulling a small box from his camera case. At this point Ryan came out 88 ♥ L OV E O U R W E D D I N G ♥ M A R C H 2 0 1 6

with beautiful words and then he asked if I would marry him.”

What dress did you wear?

“My White Rose Bridal dress was bought from Emma’s Secret Bridal Boutique. The dressmakers removed the waist band and I had

a ribbon sash belt with a earrings borrowed from diamanté brooch added, my mum.” as well as a hoop to bring the skirt out.”

“Ryan knew from the beginning that he wanted “I had a small elbowa traditional suit with length veil, a diamanté tails so that he would feel hair slide that was made special on the big day by my dress shop, and a rather than wearing just pearl necklace and a regular suit. He settled

What did Ryan wear?

And the accessories?

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THE DETAILS Date: 26th April 2014 Venue: Holme Pierrepont Hall, Nottinghamshire Photographer: markpugh.com Chloe’s dress: White Rose Bridal Ryan’s attire: Mia Sposa, Nottingham Bridesmaid dresses: Callecia Brown Hairstylist: Sarah McCarthy Make-up artist: Makeup by Jenni Florist & venue styling: Purple Haze Entertainment: D’z disco Caterers: Fiona Herbert Catering Company Transport: MCB Wedding Cars

on a dark charcoal-grey jacket, pinstripe trouser and waistcoat.”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“My maid of honour was my best friend Rosie, and I had three of my closest

friends – Kamila, Natalie and Gemma – and my sister-in-law, Kim, as my bridesmaids. My cousin Brooke was my flowergirl.

Their dresses were made

by Callecia Brown.”

What was your theme?

“Our theme was classic

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with a touch of vintage, including pearls, lace, blushes and creams.”

What was your best buy?

“My favourite items were the little teacups on the table with the cupcakes in by Clare’s Cupcakes. They were

beautifully decorated with pearls, lace, flowers and butterflies and they tasted amazing, too!”

What’s your saving tip?

“Think about what you’re buying! I impulse bought so many things early on that I didn’t end up using.”

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How did Stuart propose?

“Stuart took me out for a romantic Sunday morning stroll in October 2014 at Kenwood House in North London. He was taking my photo sat on the side of the wall overlooking the lake then picked me up off the wall, carried me and put me down on the grass facing away from him.

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him. I wasn’t expecting it at that moment at all!”

And the accessories?

“I was absolutely in love with my shoes, which were gorgeous Charlotte “My dress was a beautiful Mills bridal shoes with an engraving on the soles Justin Alexander gown that my mum bought for and a lucky silver sixpence me. We chose it together in them. I also wore a borrowed and blue garter from a gorgeous that my mum wore on her boutique in Nottingham wedding day to my dad.” called Beautiful Brides.”

What dress did you wear?

What did Stuart wear?

“Stuart had a grey tailormade suit from Cad & The Dandy on Savile Row, so the boys had something special, too!”

Who were your bridesmaids and what dresses did they wear?

“I had four bridesmaids

THE DETAILS Date: 17th October 2015 Venue: Bassmead Manor Barns, Cambridgeshire Photographer: Belle Momenti Photography

Becky’s dress: Justin Alexander Stuart’s attire: Cad & The Dandy Bridesmaid dresses: M&Co Shoes: Charlotte Mills

What was the highlight of your day?

and their pink dresses were in the January sales at M&Co.” “Walking down the aisle on the arm of my dad with all of our friends “I’m a real girly girl so and family there.”

I wanted pink to be the colour of the day. I wanted it to be simple “Aside from our and classic.” bridesmaid dresses,

What was your theme?

What was your best buy?

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definitely our photographers.

Belle Momenti were recommended to us, and as soon as we met them we didn’t have any doubts that they would do an amazing job. They made us feel completely at ease, got to know

us both and what we wanted for our big day.

The photos couldn’t have been better.”

What’s your saving tip?

“Give yourselves plenty of time to save money because the day comes around so quickly!”

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How do we say we can’t afford ‘plus ones’?

Deciding on a guest list is a

tricky task in any case, but adding plus ones into the mix can be the making of a nightmare. There isn’t an official etiquette for plus ones, but I would advise considering each couple on your list and working from there. If they have only been together for a few weeks or months, then it’s acceptable to only invite

the friend; if the couple are engaged or married, then they should be considered as a unit. If you simply can’t afford to invite everyone and their other halves to the ceremony, contact your guests before you send out the invites and explain that costs per head were too high, but then invite their plus one to the evening.

I’m worried we can’t get our dream day with our budget With the average wedding in the UK costing £22,000, it’s important to set yourselves a realistic budget. I always recommend visiting a wedding fair if you’re unsure about how much wedding cakes, flowers, stationery and favours cost.

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This will give a good indication about what you can and can’t afford, what inspires you and ways in which you can stick to your budget in the long-run.

You should also consider the technical and practical skill sets among your family and friends.

Very often, your auntie, friend from university and former housemate are more than happy to help out – from designing your invitations to baking your wedding cake. This makes the day more personalised and unique as well.

We haven’t budgeted for wedding insurance We all think that it will never happen to us, but it will happen to someone. I rescued a couple once whose hotel reception fell through a fortnight before the big day.

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Always remember that vicars, registrars, photographers and DJs are the face of your wedding; the reputation of your day does somewhat rely upon them. This is a word-ofmouth industry and with a bit of research it can be easy to discover what kind of atmosphere, style and service a person creates and whether they are right for you. If you are able to do so, it might be worth asking your DJ if you could watch them at another event and meet your photographer to go through their wedding albums before booking. If they’re not keen to do so, then that’s probably your answer!

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family think you already know they’re coming – why wouldn’t they? Check with everyone on your guest list and ensure all RSVPs are accounted for.

of the main wedding party across all tables. For instance, mum and stepdad with mum’s immediate family; dad and stepmum with her children and then the best man with We’re struggling to keep friends. This way every guest everyone happy with our feels special and you avoid any top table plan potential issues and awkward The truth is that it will be silences – hopefully! hard to please everyone – and this includes the happiest One of our bridesmaids of families. If you have step is pregnant and will no parents, this makes the process longer fit into her dress a lot harder.You could mix While it is productive to find up the traditional top table and buy your bridesmaids’ by seating different members dresses and groomsmen’s suits

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early on in the wedding planning process, it can lead to alterations as the big day draws near. This can be timely and expensive – especially if a bridesmaid falls pregnant and their bump is growing by the week! My advice on avoiding this issue is simple: find yourself a good, local tailor and seamstress. By all means buy the outfits, but ensure the tailor is booked a couple of weeks before to optimise the fit.

It’s the big day and a button has come off my wedding dress!

You should always carry an ‘instant repair’ kit around with you, or make sure your bridesmaids keep it somewhere safe for any onthe-day dramas. All you need is some black cotton, white cotton, a needle, a small pair of scissors, black buttons, white buttons, some plasters and a couple of safety pins.

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My mother-in-law is interfering!

It’s natural for both sets of parents to want to get involved in the planning, especially the mums! If they have contributed money to the day, then you may need to give a little into their strong wants, like certain people being invited, but don’t do anything you aren’t comfortable with. She will understand if you make it clear from the start that you’re happy to hear her ideas but ultimately decisions are made between you and your fiancé.

Our guests aren’t eating any wedding cake Professionally-made wedding cakes can be very expensive.

By the time guests have enjoyed the wedding breakfast, sipped on something sparkling for the speeches and socialised with other guests, they are

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Unfortunately, one of the biggest wedding woes is the British weather. Being so unpredictable, you can never be certain of a warm or cool day, sunshine or rain. Here in Blighty we can have scorching hot Septembers and floods in June – it’s completely luck of the draw. The best thing to do is to be prepared for all weather outcomes, and most importantly – don’t let it stress you out. There’s absolutely nothing you can do about it, but you can ensure that you enjoy the planning process rather than fretting about the

small stuff. And on the day, as long as you have a Plan B, you will be just fine.You’ll most likely be so caught up in the moment that you won’t even notice the weather!

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Our friends have uploaded some photos of us on social media before the service has even finished!

This is a very 21st century problem that is only set to get worse as technology advances.

To me, a wedding should be a private event shared with your guests, not with their social media followers – and most definitely not before the evening guests have even arrived! You could politely ask guests on their invitations not to upload any photos until the following day. Some of my clients have asked for an all-out camera ban, but this means you miss unofficial moments that can be just as precious as the main photos of the day. Other clients have incorporated the social media buzz into their day by asking guests to upload their photos using a certain hashtag. If this is the case, perhaps you could ask guests to do this after a certain time so that they spend the day celebrating with you, rather than checking and updating their social media profiles.

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often too full or preoccupied to appreciate the wedding cake. An increasing trend is to have a wedding cake with a fruit cake top tier (which the couple can keep) and then tiers of vanilla sponge cupcakes cascading underneath. This makes it easier for the guests to take away with them.

Final thought...

My top tip for your big day is to remember that weddings are a bit like the theatre.Your guests will never know what goes on behind the scenes, or what was meant to happen, so if anything doesn’t go to plan no one will notice. So why worry? Enjoy every second of it!

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BE FLEXIBLE Have a list of the must-have photos you want and give it to your photographer, along with a list of names within the wedding party. But also be prepared to give your photographer free rein to take more candid shots of you enjoying your day with your loved ones. These natural photos will often be your favourites! Don’t rule out group/staged shots completely, though, as your parents will most likely request you have

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some of you and the family.

Also, have an itinerary of the day that you can share with your photographer – but remember – things usually take longer than you think!

TRY NOT TO NOTICE THEM One of the best compliments I get is when a couple say ‘we hardly even noticed you were there!’ I would encourage you to try to forget that you have a photographer as best you can and trust them to get the best shots.Your focus should be on your spouse and guests.

ENJOY EVERY MINUTE! Don’t worry if the rain disrupts your plans or the flowergirls get tired. These are perfect opportunities for your photographer to take pictures as and when they see them. A smile, laugh, tear that you might have missed from someone completely unaware they’re being photographed is so special, and truly captures the emotion of your day.

The wedding day will fly by so quickly, so trust your photographer to do their job while you enjoy every second!

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As we enter wedding show season, make sure you put these dates on your calendar!

FEBRUARY 2016 THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW 20TH-21ST FEBRUARY

THE WEDDING AFFAIR 28TH FEBRUARY

Goldsborough Hall, 12-4pm. theweddingaffair.co.uk

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VINTAGE CHIC Manchester Central, Manchester. WEDDING FAIR nationalweddingshow.co.uk 28TH FEBRUARY The Royal Pump Rooms, BRIDES UP NORTH Leamington Spa. 21ST FEBRUARY

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Worsley Park Marriott, Manchester. bridesupnorth.com THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW 26TH-28TH FEBRUARY

THE WEDDING AFFAIR 13TH MARCH

The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa, Bolton Abbey Estate, 12-4pm.

20TH MARCH

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Swinton Park, Masham, Ripon, 12-4pm. theweddingaffair.co.uk

MARCH 2016

BRIDE UP NORTH 13TH MARCH

THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW 4TH-6TH MARCH

20TH MARCH

The Mansion, Leeds.

Ramside Hall Hotel, Durham.

20TH MARCH

London Olympia, London.

Birmingham NEC, Birmingham. Adlington Hall, Cheshire. nationalweddingshow.co.uk nationalweddingshow.co.uk bridesupnorth.com

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Middleton Lodge.

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24TH APRIL

APRIL 2016

24TH APRIL

13TH MARCH

17TH APRIL

Denton Hall, Ilkley.

Ettington Park Hotel, Stratford- 17TH APRIL upon-Avon.

The Bowdon Rooms, Altrincham.

BRIDES UP NORTH 3RD APRIL

The Alnwick Garden, Northumberland.

Allerton Castle, Knaresborough. bridesupnorth.com THE WEDDING AFFAIR 10TH APRIL

MAY 2016

Newby Hall, Ripon.

The Queens Hotel, Leeds, 12-4pm.

10TH APRIL

17TH APRIL

THE WEDDING AFFAIR 15TH MAY

Hilltop Country House, Cheshire.

3RD APRIL

Nostell Priory, Wakefield.

10TH APRIL

Rockliffe Hall. 12-4pm. theweddingaffair.co.uk

Royal York Hotel. 12-4pm. theweddingaffair.co.uk

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