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E G R O E G S T T A W In 2014 nearly 250,000 couples will say ‘I do’ and nearly 10 million of us will be directly involved with or attend a wedding. And as we now head into the start of the UK wedding planning season, The Wedding Fairy – George Watts, prepares to launch his first paperback on Monday 16th September, as a follow-up to his best selling collection of wedding ebooks... The book is being billed as the total-guide to planning a wedding and includes over 125 original DIY wedding solutions and need-to-know essentials on managing that all important big day budget. George Commented; ‘Working out how much cash you have to splash right from the beginning of this process is so important and definitely saves a huge amount of hassle further down the line - especially nowadays when Brides want to put together so many of the key elements themselves.’ Frame by Diego Da Silva http://www.flickr.com/photos/natura_pagana/

The book has an SRP of £6.99 and the digital format is priced at £4.99. Both are currently previewing on Amazon and released Monday 16th September.

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Miss Francis girls should look lovely, feel good and most importantly feel comfortable. Creating the utmost perfect, occasional wear for little princesses in the making. Specialising in children’s clothing from 0-10, Miss Francis has everything a young one needs from ruffles, glitter, to pretty accessories not forgetting matching tights to suit the colours of the beautiful pettiskirts, ruffle tops and the dreamy tutu dresses. All clothing is hand-picked and styled with quality in mind. Little girls love to play dress up, treat your flower girl or bridesmaids to a gorgeous dress with layer upon layer of super soft frills. Presented in a beautiful gift box, wrapped in soft tissue your little angel will enjoy twirling around in her favourite dress, making your special day as memorable to them as it is to you.

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As I watched my daugher and her friends laughing and having fun playing dress up and having experience myself in fashion and make up artistry. I was inspired to start my own clothing line, Miss Francis was born November.” 2012”.

With the Miss Francis collection you will be surprised with how much versatility you can get out of one item. By putting on a pair of leggings with the pettiskirts and purchasing a sparkly t-shirt you can dress down a formal look to casual. For information on product and services contact 05603482998 or e-mail:info@missfrancis.com

MEET THE TEAM Company Director Katherine Benson Tel: 07428125417 katherine@misstomrsmagazine.co.uk

YOUR

BOHO EDITION

Welcome to Miss to Mrs Theres nothing more exciting then spring, warmer days, lush grass, budding flowers and the bloom of new life. At Miss To Mrs we love Spring and everything it represents, thats why we have centred our March issue on the unconventional bohemian theme. We want to inspire our brides to live it, feel it and really connect with it. So we decide to find companies that slighty represent the boohoo theme.

Company Director Jacqui Torgut Tel: 07519906184 jacqui@misstomrsmagazine.co.uk

Designer Jack Follis Tel: 07854522409 jack.follis@live.com

Senior Journalist Siobhan Kenny siobhanmisstomrsmagazine@gmail.com

Feature Writer Claudia Burns claudiaburns74@googlemail.com

We have great features that we hope you'll in enjoy and a beautiful front cover from Miss Francis. For information on local wedding fayre see page 21.

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16 GENERALS FEATURES Ooh laa laa John Lewis Coba Cocktails Stressed is desserts Nail That Look Paul Stanton photography Wheels on the bus Janice Hull Like a rolling stone Elsa rose boutique Miss Francis Life is too short to wait Chilli Pepper Events Me Time Glass Keep calm and plan on Magnifique Boutique

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OOH

LA LA IS

yes, you can incorporate that typical ‘festival’ girl next door look into your beauty choices. Simple makeup is the key here- it’s all about embracing that effortless natural style which makes the bohemian theme so stunning. After speaking to a makeup artist all about this look (my favourite kind of conversation!) I have some

THAT

ME?

Boho Chic allows for endless style opportunities when it comes to your day and

inside tips for all you beautiful Boho brides. Sheer gold eye shadows sweeped across the lid is the hot trend for boho chic and would work great for a blushing bride- the eye shadow could be speckled with glitter or a matte finish as long as it is highly pigmented. Darker shades of gold or earthy tones could be incorporated in the crease or outer edge of the eye however all you really need to finish it off is a slick of eye-liner and the look is complete. Look at L’Oreal, Clinique and Mac who all have great gold shades out at the minute. Cream blushes are also crucial for this look as they melt into your skin and simply make you look like you’re blushing from within- remember looking effortless is the answer. Again there are many great brands on the market who offer such products- your makeup artist will help choose the right shade. Keeping your hair loose and wavy perhaps with a halo braid incorporated will look gorgeous and flowers in your hair are the ultimate way to achieve that festival boho look. Bridal crowns also seem popular and again, flowers can be intertwined around them. A side plait is also a great hair style and the great thing is, it doesn’t have to be neat and perfect. With your natural earthy makeup and your flowing hair, you really

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STRESSED IS

DESSERTS

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You wouldn’t think food could be funky however think againeven your appetisers and desserts can be boho. The key is in the decoration and whilst taste is the most important, the presentation is what will really entice your diners. Food caterers will have lots of design ideas up their sleeve and will help you create the perfect menu. A starter such as a red and yellow beetroot salad adds colour as well as bringing a literal earthy tone to the meal- this seems to be a top favourite with boho brides. Creative and colourful desserts can be created by adding fresh vibrant berries to the plate and it is also nice to have a trio of desserts- this looks appealing to the eye yet effortless in its style. If you choose soup for a starter, you could serve the accompanying bread in a picnic style basket which can resemble a day out at a festival or at a park- even though these are little touches, it will make all the difference. Appetiser style meals are also a hit, for example making each meal a small selection of different items- this gives a laidback feel and offers your guests more variety. As bohemian is associated mostly with outdoors, take this inspiration and put it into your menu. Rustic style meals do this perfectly and even though it’s a wedding,

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the food doesn’t have to be all posh and proper for this theme, so take advantage of that and take a laid back approach!

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Janice Hull is a professional wedding cake designer, based in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, and has been designing and creating amazing cakes for over 23 years, and still loves every minute! Janice's wedding cakes, vary from the most simple and elegant, to the more elaborate and extravagant creations, ranging from the classical, traditional, romantic designs, through to the themed, contemporary, quirky, and even the very unusual ! But whatever type of wedding cake you decide to have, Janice will make sure, the utmost attention to detail is achieved, therefore creating your very own dream wedding cake! Janice also makes yummy, individual, shaped, vanilla flavoured cookies, all decorated and personalised with the guests names on, wrapped in cellophane bags, and tied with beautiful ribbons. These can be used as place settings and favours all in one! Beautifully boxed cookies, are also a great addition to your wedding, for instance, for thankyou gifts, again, personalised with a message from the newly weds! Or, before the actual wedding day, you could also send your bridesmaids and pageboys, a box of cookies each , personalised with a message, asking them if they would like to be your bridesmaid/pageboy. These have definitely got the 'ahh....' factor !

Janice's new 'Cookie Kisses' website, will be launched within the next few months, so please look out for it, but in the meantime, if you would like to see more of Janice's wedding cakes, and more information, please pop over to her website...www.janicehull.com

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Visit us in the

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THE

WHEELS

BUS ON THE

Choosing Your Wedding Transport-Travel in style.

This month we are delighted to welcome the non-traditional bohemian style to our magazine, if you are looking at transport ideas we have something 'far out' that we hope reflects your personality and style. If you are the traditional chic, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry you will not be overlooked as we still have a host of conventional alternatives for you to ponder over.

Tractors And Trailers

Get the real taste of the out doors, grab your wellies and climb on board a beautiful old english tractor. Enjoy the rural surrounding whilst your bridal party are pulled behind you in a hay baled trailer.

VW Camper Vans

VW Camper Vans are the nations most loved vans, these little beauties are adorable, spacious, comfy and come in various colours. We think that these little vans are a perfect solution as they are great value for money!

Vintage Bus

If you have a huge amount of guests to transport from one place to another, then the vintage bus is the very thing for you? Allow your guests to take pleasure in the spoils of luxury in one of the most popular British tourist attraction.

Classic Cars

There is nothing like arriving in opulent style. Make your day personal in a glam vintage car. We love everything vintage or retro but remember, if you are going to hire a car make sure the car you arrive in, is the ultimate show stopper!

Bicycle

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Yes the good old push bike, lately there has been a influx of couples going green. Its a fabulous idea, why not take a romanic journey to your venue on a bicycle made for two.

Why not hire our chauffeur driven classic Volkswagen Campervan!

Restored in Savannah Beige with a White tin top, Pumba the campervan will co-ordinate with any colour theme for your special day. No Special Offers, No Big Discounts, just Quality, Affordable Wedding Transport at The Right Price - 365 days a year!

Are you looking for a unique arrival that no-one will forget? The classic vintage design is associated with fun, romance and adventure which is just perfect for newlywed couples.

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LIKE A

ROLLING STONE

Boho Chic jewellery is all about chunky statement pieces or a layered effect of necklaces and bracelets which can work great incorporated into your bridal look. Depending on your style of dress, you can choose a few long necklaces and put them together- this will work particularly well if your dress has a more of a low cut neckline. Alternatively, you can choose a choker style necklace perhaps in a rusty gold- the good thing about boho chic is you can really step out of the stereotypical bridal look and create a really cool style while still looking feminine. You can team this with a set of metallic bracelets or one sole chunky piece which again, is ultra fashionable yet still pretty. So many retailers are selling this style of jewellery especially as we are coming into spring so check out some stores for some statement pieces. If you are going for stand out necklaces or

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bracelets, keep the earrings simple such as small gold studs as you do not want to take away from the main aspects of your outfit. However if you fancy the earrings being centre stage, then why not choose feather style earrings which would look fabulous if your hair is down. Just think hip, festival style jewellery with an added feminine touch and your good to go.

Like a rolling stone

LIFE

IS TOO SHORT

TO WAIT

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There are many beautiful venues across the UK which will hold and cater to your boho chic wedding. Boutique hotels are a great venue to create that boho chic feel- they are intimate and display ultra cool and modern decor which fits into the funky element of bohemian. And even though we are not blessed with Californian style sunshine here in the UK, it doesn’t mean you cannot have your wedding in the great outdoors (or so to speak). Boho chic is all about embracing nature and creating a relaxed atmosphere and even if you choose a hotel as your venue, you can hold part of your reception outside perhaps under a beautifully dressed marquee. That way you are really capturing the essence of boho yet you have the best of both worlds. Or you can choose to go really extravagant and wholeheartedly embrace this funky theme- remember, your wedding is only limited by your imagination so think big! Somewhere like Wasing Park in the beautiful Berkshire has a ‘secret walled garden’ where you can get married which offers an unrivalled romantic and discreet setting for your special day. A roof top venue is also the ultimate cool location- The Roof Gardens in Kensington is a good example. Once you research further into your theme and decide on what elements you would like to incorporate, the venue is the first step in creating your bohemian heaven.

Life is too short to wait

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congratulations to Michelle Sarson and Joe Mcdowall on their

engagement

KEEP

CALM

PLAN ON AND

All of the bits and bobs which bring a wedding together really scream your chosen theme- and what better theme to scream than boho chic! Flowers are a really important component in your reception and if you are having flowers in your hair, match the colour of them to the rest of the flowers to bring it all together. Instead of traditional flowers, use ‘wild’ ones which look exotic and add rich tones which work really well with the earthy element to boho chic. You could also add feathers to the flower arrangements or to your bouquet- the texture of the feathers coupled with the rustic element of the wild flowers is a magic combination. Lanterns are a big bohemian chic wedding detail and would look lovely hanging from your altar along with strands of jewel toned ribbons or more feathers. Being boho is all about being relaxed and not putting much effort into the details. Check out stores for vintage pieces, for example fabrics you might want incorporated into your reception or vases for the flower arrangements. Wedding invitations could feature deeper colour tones such as purples however you can put a modern twist on the details for sure. The designs that border the invitation could be edged in a floral detail or instead of deep tones for your invites; neon’s have exploded onto fashion and wedding runaways alike which will make them really hip and cool. Finally, for entertainment, search for an artist who plays acoustic guitar or an instrumental band who will play acoustic tracks- it will add to the overall relaxed atmosphere which should be created.

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The VW camper van is the nations most loved van, after 63 years of its reign, the cute little van still weighs heavily on our hearts! Associated with music festivals and the open road, the iconic vehicle is a popular choice within the wedding industry. Just recently there have been some clever ideas for making the camper more useful than wedding transport, but nothing more clever than having a mobile camper-bar! CamperVin is a quirky-yet-quality product offering a classic vintage mobile pop up bar, selling a selection of hand-picked drinks, lovingly researched by the CamperVin Team. With over 20 years of experience in hospitality and events all staff are highly trained, knowledgeable and friendly. Based in Bourton-on-the-water in Gloucestershire CamperVin is able to travel locally and to any other destination if required. The beautiful converted 1973, bay window VW camper is available for all private and corporate events. If you are interested in booking or you would like some more information please contact on 07500 802 753, or alternatively email info@thecampervinco.com

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or all of you vodka lovers, we have a special treat to share with you. uckily we have uncovered the most spectacular spirit, which we have found to embody a sophisticated taste as well as being smooth on the pattlet. now Queen Vodka is the royalitiy of all vodka's and is truly every bit as enchanting as well as enticing as the beautiful bottle it arrives in. State-of-the-art production methods, coupled with superior ingredients amalgamate to ensure our consumers are provided with a premium and luxurious drinking experience. Originating in Kazakhstan, the vodka is created from a

five-times distilled blend of certified organic wheat and pure spring water. he popular brand can be used in all elegent recipes, get on snow queen websites on www.snowqueenvodka.com to download a full list of fun cocktails for your event or party. Where to find them: Snow Queen Vodka is currently available at London’s best known Bars and Restaurants such us Dorchester, 45 Park Lane, The Dukes Bar, The Scott’s Bar, and L’Atelier De Joel Robuchon Bar. As well as such iconic stores: Harrods, Selfridges, Fortnum and Mason, and selected Waitrose stores.

e just adore Klare Van Elton’s vintage cream lace, filigee flower crystal encrusted head dress. The delicate piece just complements a boohoo style wedding. Visit www.klairevanelton.com for all your bridal adornment.

We have been lucky to receive one of these gorgeous bespoke hangers from To Have And To Hold, from the moment we spotted them we completely fell in love. With these pretty little hangers, your wedding attire can be hung in style.

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