Save the Date Magazine - Issue 7 by Save the Date Magazine

Issue 7 November/December 2010

ÂŁ1.95 (where sold)

THE WEDDING AND EVENTS MAGAZINE FOR THE EAST MIDLANDS

Ian Bursill Photography Award Winning Talent Christmas Photo Shoot at Thornbridge Hall Winter wonderland wedding inspiration! Save the Date Wedding Event with a Difference Find out how to get your tickets to the most talked about wedding event in town Image supplied by www.jadealana.co.uk

www.savethe d a t e m a g a z i n e. c o. u k

e ay mb D n ove e Op th N g in y 20 d ed a W turd Sa

C'&5)D0#E!%F)'E"#20%E0+/#0+G0 !"#0H'2)%/2EI0J/#E!0E,55#&0 K0L'/!#&0L#22'/(0M#/,#E***0 '

!"#$$%$&'()**%$&+,'-.$")/0.1213'+"34),'%/0)--254)'"2+")

!"#$%&&'%(#"%))*$+*,-

.!%!'+/01+%2304),5!&## 6+!!'/("%5067890:6; <0=88:0>?@0:?== #/A,'&#B!"#$%&&'%(#"%))*$+*,-

EDITOR’S NOTE

CONTENTS

Christmas Shoot

Winter wonderland inspiration

So, where did the year go? 2010 has officially been the quickest and busiest year we’ve ever experienced! What with Lydia getting married, the magazine stepping up a gear and getting out to as many brides to be as possible, wedding fayre season kicking off in style and the launch of our very exciting ‘Wedding Event with a difference’ next February. It really is all go. Oh, and not forgetting, we’ll be celebrating our first birthday on 18th November. That’s right, we are one year old. How did that happen?!

4 Spotlight On

I do Wedding Cars

The Christmas shoot at Thornbridge Hall was so much fun and really got us into the Christmas spirit. Turn to page 4 for a four page special on this and get yourself ready for some true winter wonderland inspiration.

Save the Date

Tickets for the wedding event with a difference on 6th February, being held at the Roundhouse in Derby, are on sale NOW and we are working tirelessly to make this event something truly special and unique. We hope you can make it. Visit www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk for more details.

ASK: Save the Date

Until then, have a fabulous Christmas and we’ll see you in 2011.

(%)*+,-*+#%,*

Wedding Event with a Difference

Ian Bursill Photography Award Winning Talent

Breadsall Priory What a View

The Look

Jarah Hair and Beauty

Kuoni

Award winning honeymoons

Real Wedding Laine and Danny

&''$

SAVE THE DATE MAGAZINE Partners: Abbi Brown & Lydia Burrows Editor: Lydia Burrows Design & Print by Your Print www.your-print.co.uk

!"#$%

19 20-21 27 28-29 32 34-35 36-37

Contact Save the Date Magazine: t: 0115 9302861 e: info@savethedatemagazine.co.uk www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk! Published six times a year. All rights reserved. © 2009 save the date Magazine. reproduction of this magazine in whole or part without prior permission is strictly forbidden. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note save the date do not accept responsibility for inaccuracies, how so ever caused. no liability can be accepted for illustrations, advertising materials, artwork or photographs while in transmission. All prices are correct at time of going to press, but subject to change.

WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HOT

Take some winter wonderland inspiration from these images which have been provided by Jade Alana Photography, following a photo shoot at Thornbridge Hall, part of Bespoke Weddings. Lots of lovely festive style and quirky decor, provided by the super talented event designer, Michele Gledhill and gorgeous models showcasing beautiful gowns from the Dressing Room in Draycott and Baroque Brides, with hair and make up by Jarah Hair and Beauty Salon in Derby. If any of you are planning a wedding or event with a wonderful, wintry feel then sit back and enjoy.

WHAT’S HOT

With thanks to; www.jadaalana.co.uk, www.michelegledhill.co.uk, www.thedressingroombridal.co.uk, www.thornebridgehall.co.uk and www.jarah.co.uk

An enchanting venue oozing character and boasting magnificent views across the countryside and the winding River Dove. This fabulous setting combined with a modern Bond Marquee ensures the ultimate in romance.

www.tutburycastle.com For further information please contact our Events Co-ordinator, Debbie Knox, on 0759 0818 045.

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

SPOTLIGHT ON

WEDDING EVENT DESIGN STUDIO Hayley Kalinins, owner of Wedding Event Design Studio, talks to Save the Date magazine

So, Hayley, what in your opinion, is the next big thing when it comes to room dressing and chair covers? Throughout my five years in the wedding industry, I have seen many changes - this is why we now offer to do as much or little as the bride and groom wants. We are happy to dress a wedding, whether it is just simple satin table runners or an extravagant full venue set up with our luxury chair covers, floor length table linen, swagging, sashes, candelabras and sparkling table diamonds. Also, one of our main advantages is being able to offer a unique colour matching service on all satin and orgnaza fabrics - this seems to be a wonderful and very popular service we can provide as every wedding is different and unique to that couple. Do you tend to just dress chairs of a certain size and shape or are you flexible? Wedding Event Design Studio have over 2,000 chair covers in stock, so we can cover almost any chair! We have three different sizes of standard chair covers; these are available in white, ivory, luxury white satin stripe and black (we have matching floor length table linen in all fabrics).

We are also very excited to announce that we have had brand new chair covers made to measure for Shottle Hall’s high back chairs - these covers are simply stunning and complement a beautiful venue! How do you tend to work with your brides and what is the procedure for booking your service? I offer a free wedding consultation for all brides and grooms. This is a good chance to meet either the chosen venue or at our 2000 sq ft wedding showroom in Ashbourne, Derbyshire. I find that all couples love the personal service I am able to offer. I will discuss all their requirements, have a good look through colours, see all chair cover options, linen and different fabrics available and, of course, everyone is very welcome to view our extensive portfolio. Once I have a good idea of their style, themes and colours, I can provide a quote based on the decor discussed. Once the couple are happy, they can save their date with us and their final details only need to be confirmed six weeks before the big day. Another advantage of booking with us is that the bride and groom can choose as much or as little as they require!

Please can you talk us through the services you offer, along with chair covers? Along with everything already mentioned, I am very proud to have Derbyshire’s only Master florist John Preston on board of Wedding Event Design Studio. So, we are not only able to offer beautiful linen, but we can also offer all aspects of your floral requirements, from bouquets to buttonholes and centrepeices to pedestal arrangements. With us working together, it makes the couples wedding day easy, unique, stress free, with stunning outcomes every time. How many weddings have you been involved with and out of them all, do you have a personal favourite? Over the past five years we have dressed over 500 beautiful weddings at some fantastic venues across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and even further afield. With only one wedding booked with us per day, we can make every wedding unique. We are very proud of our portfolio and even though I don’t have a personal favourite, I am confident that once you have had a good look through our images, you certainly will! To get in touch with Hayley at Wedding Event Design Studio, please call 07971 108128 or email info@weddingeventdesignstudio.co.uk

A visit to the beautiful Little White Dress wedding boutique in Nottingham is an experience you will never forget. Any bride wanting the perfect wedding dress will fall in love with both the gowns and the relaxed atmosphere. Stocking dresses by the best British designers, with a selection from Paris for good measure, all gowns at The Little White Dress are crafted from beautiful fabrics and are expertly made by highly skilled and creative designers who, like myself, have a passion for beautiful gowns. Providing friendly, honest and experienced advice, I can help you choose your perfect designer wedding gown. I am passionate about customer service and ensure each and every bride who walks through my boutique doors is personally looked after and treated with courtesy and most of all, made to feel truly special. Opening in November, the brand new boutique located on Trent Bridge, will combine rustic, vintage inspired features with modern and quirky touches, providing a perfect, idyllic ambience for my brides. I hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you to Little White Dress.

jack ie t h o m p s o n couture

Bespoke wedding dresses *912*.1#+2"*52$#+, !"#$%$#&'(()*#+,$-"+#*'"#** .'#+/01/.+',&2+3*41.5$"$"-* +67&$,$0+*'"#*,&.80&1&,*9'52$4,** :$0;*0;+*<"+,0*41&0&2+*0+4;"$7&+,= >2$+"#()*8+2,1"'(*,+2%$4+*$"*'** 2+('6+#*,+00$"-= ?'((*@'4A$+*1"

!"##$%&'(%)*) B$,$0*1&2*:+5,$0+C +++,-./01234567859/5:3:;2,/5,:0

Wedding Dressed! A new wedding showroom in Nottingham, East Midlands Formal Hire, aims to dress every member of the wedding party Located in Nottingham, on Derby Road, the new premises of East Midlands Formal Hire offer a fantastic location and ample space to suit the needs of both the bride and groom, encompassing bridal dresses, bridesmaid dresses and groomswear, all under one rather large roof. Having relocated from Parliament Street, the team at East Midlands Formal Hire boast 15 years of experience and with their relaxed and approachable manner (no appointment necessary), their customers are well looked after and made to feel extremely welcome. Owners, Satnam Digva and Stephen McDonald understand the needs of their clients and are well aware that each and every bride and groom have different styles, budgets and requirements. So, that is why they stock dresses from a size 6 to a 32, with budget friendly prices starting from £299 and a great variety of men’s suits and colour ranges. The impressive shop offers an oversized dressing area, beautifully 12

furnished and well equipped to ensure each bride, groom and bridesmaid is made to feel comfortable and relaxed whilst being measured and trying on their dress or suit. For brides, there are a variety of dress designers available including Alfred Angelo’s exclusive collection, True Bride, Nicki Flynn, Destiny Collection and Da Vinci, all offering different styles and designs to suit diverse tastes. For the men, there are a choice of waistcoat designs including Anthony, Heirloom and Peter Posh. Fantastic, competitive prices for the quality grooms suits start from just £69.50 for a full suit (even including the cufflinks!) and are made from British cloth in the UK and include all insurances.

There is also the option of colour matching bridesmaid dresses with the men’s suit ties or cravats to the exact tone, ensuring your colour scheme is carried through to perfection. With everything organised in house, from the tailoring and the ironing to the stitching and sewing, the friendly team at East Midlands Formal Hire are able to meet the most demanding deadlines and with the capability to

look after the entire wedding party, offer the perfect solution to ensure everyone looks their absolute best on the big day. East Midlands Formal Hire have a grand opening of their bridal wear boutique on 14th November from 11am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3pm. With free entrance, a glass of bubbly on arrival and extra special offers to tempt you, why not pop along and help the team celebrate!? For further information, please call 0115 9508760 or visit www.eastmidlandsformalhire.co.uk

“When you’re dancing the night away at your wedding reception, surrounded by your friends and family all having an amazing time, you’ll be glad you read this ad!” A wedding reception without live music is like champagne without the bubbles. Instead, you want a night that everyone will remember. And there are few things in life better than dancing to your favourite songs with your favourite people. That’s why I offer a complete wedding package, including: • Evening disco and live sets, with lighting included • Your personal musical taste and budget catered for • Subtle acoustic background music during the wedding ceremony, if required Please visit www.justben.co.uk for more information or contact me (Ben) via 07970 727 268 or ben@justben.co.uk Over 15 years experience; Full Public Liability Insurance; CRB Checked; all equipment PAT Tested.

MOJITO Discotheques Your party our expertise We offer a quality mix of sound and lighting to transform your venue into a fabulous party zone for you and your guests to enjoy all evening. For the end of your special day allow yourself the reassurance of knowing that your guests will leave the party with happy feet! With a quality mix of sound and lighting to complete the atmosphere, we can into a fabulous party zone for you and your guests to enjoy all evening.

Please visit our website to discover more at www.mojitodisco.com Contact Guy Morris on Tel: 07860 895498 / 023 9287 5527 Or E-mail: guy.morris@mlsaudio.com

MojitoDiscothèques OK, so you’re at the stage when you’re ready to book your entertainment and you don’t know where to begin? Here, Guy Morris of Mojito Discothèques provides some invaluable advice: It is often said that picking a good discotheque for your party is as fraught as trying to find a decent plumber and when your party happens to be for your wedding day it absolutely has to be right! Having spent ten years providing quality parties to Prestwold Hall in Leicestershire and now the preferred party entertainment supplier for Tutbury Castle in Staffordshire, I certainly know how important the entertainment aspect of the day is. I began my entertainment career in broadcasting, originally with Radio Trent in Nottingham and then moved around the country to other stations and during that time I worked in clubs and also did private parties where the equipment provided was to say the least, average. That is when I decided that I wanted to provide a party service that offered the best in equipment and presentation with no compromise. We have two main client types; the corporate and the private party and although very different in the type of event, there are many similarities in what is required and expected. Within the corporate industry, you are regarded as only as good as your last party. Being late or average is not an option and if you don’t deliver then it’s likely you will not be asked to provide again. Clients do not want 1,000+ guests sitting down with an empty dance floor! It’s the same concern for our wedding clients - the party is the final keystone to a successful and enjoyable celebration and therefore, the choice of entertainment needs to be right. One of the main concerns for wedding party organisers is the choice of music to be played and this seems to have become the main focus of any booking. I often wonder what type of parties they have attended previously as they all seem to have the idea that they are going to get a night of Jive Bunny and the Birdie song as this seems to crop up in every client brief! What we always suggest to a client is to simply send us a music list of loves/hates and must plays and let us play them out to suit the moment and the floor, along with guest requests and our expert musical knowledge, it all works together to make a great party. Talking to Save the Date today is actually a great opportunity to offer some advice to anyone looking to book their party entertainment. The evening party is often the last thing on the planning list of to do’s and usually the lowest on the budget! This can be a crucial factor in how guests remember your special day so it’s worth taking time to select your supplier as carefully as you would for everything else. In my opinion, you need to ignore anyone who tiers their services from bronze level up to platinum depending on the numbers of lights and speakers used! If they are good, they will provide everything that is needed to make your party memorable. Booking your entertainment should be as easy and enjoyable as the rest of your arrangements and with Mojito Discotheques it is. We will discuss your requirements, send you an information pack and quote then, once you have decided, place everything in writing for your wedding file. Hopefully this general advice will help avert any party disasters - now if only I could offer advice to you on booking a plumber!

Guy Morris MojitoDiscotheques www.mojitodisco.com Tel 07860 895498

Balmoral Vintage Wedding Cars Balmoral Vintage Wedding Cars prides itself on the outstanding quality of its service, competitive prices and personal touches which include ribbons and flowers to suit all tastes. You can travel in style in one of their superbly maintained motor cars and their aim is to make your wedding day as pleasant, trouble free and memorable as possible. It is important you make the right choice hiring your wedding car as your arrival and departure will always be remembered by your family and guests, and more important by yourselves. Contact: Julie or Tony Tel: 01773 747 260 / 0783 716 5709 Email: info@wedding-cars-derby.co.uk Web: www.wedding-cars-derby.co.uk

2"#/3+&43"&5%"$#6% !&-'#7-%&(+#6%&,8&$#')30%&0+39,-"&8",9&):%& 0,+/%'&30%&,8&2"#)#(:&9,),"#'0;

Balmoral Wedding Cars

wedding cars

!"##$%%&#'()*%%$+'(*,%' !"#$!%&'()%%*+&,)-.)/&0&1)*2(3/&')/%&

!""#$%&#'&()*+%&),&*,-"&.%//#'01 !"##$%&'()**$"+'$,')--')./0#'/-+'1),2$/%"+'&-)(/0*3'4/0'()5'2)6"'#2"'7"*1"8#'6"%0"'9'5/0*' +*")('+*",,:'.0#')**$6$%&'$%',#5-"'$,';2)#'$#<,')--')./0#'9'%/#2$%&',"#,'#2"'#/%"'."##"*'#2)%')' 6$%#)&"'6"2$8-"3'=*)+$#$/%)-'6)-0",:'8-),,$8'6"2$8-",'9')'2/,#'/1'"-"&)%#'">#*),'#/'&"#'5/0'#/' #2"'820*82'%/#'/%-5'/%'#$(":'.0#'$%',#5-"?'@/%#)8#'0,'#/'+$,80,,'5/0*'$%+$6$+0)-'*"A0$*"("%#,'1/*' 5/0*'B",7/C"'D)8C)&"3

!"#$%&&'(()&#*+,(('-#*,.(#/%#0&1%.(",&1#2)/# '34).",&"#'"#'(#")#3,5%#(0.%#6)0.#(4%-',+#1,6#'(#,# 1,6#")#.%3%37%.8## 9%#4.):'1%#,#4.);%((')&,+#;'.("#-+,((#(%.:'-%<# ",'+).%1#(4%-';'-,++6#")#(0'"#6)0.#'&1':'10,+# .%=0'.%3%&"(#

E llie Con& n ie

E".F';;;3$+/;"++$%&8)*,3/*& G()$-F'$%1/H$+/;"++$%&8)*,3/*& ="-F'IJJKJ'LKJMNN'O'ILLP'MQL'LRJJ 16

>??@#A@@>?BA## ///81%&&'(()&-+,(('-(8-)805# C2%#D)0&"#E%12'++#F)""'&G2,3#FH@#IJK!

Getting you to the church on time and in style Here, Joanne of I do Wedding Cars talks to Save the Date magazine about her fabulous fleet of wedding day transportation and how she always ensures her brides get to the church on time… So Joanne, talk us through the vehicles you have to offer brides: Right, well we have four Beauford Bridal Cars, all with unique colour schemes & their own individual personalities! Elanor is the flagship of the fleet and our most popular car with brides. She is a 4 door, long-bodied Beauford convertible, finished in olde English white, with a burgundy leather interior. Evie is also a 4 door, long-bodied Beauford, but has a full time hard top roof. She is finished in electric blue and silver, with a cream leather interior. She was actually made by Beauford for Universal Studios and features in the film, The Mummy Returns, where she was driven by Brendan Fraser before being squashed by giant mummies outside the British Museum! (Obviously they used a second shell for the squashing scene!) Bonnie is a 2 door, Beauford convertible, finished in cream with burgundy wheel arches and a cream leather interior. She is one of the very first Beaufords ever made. Beau is also a 2 door, Beauford Convertible, finished in ice blue and white, with lots of chrome work. She was made for the owner of the Beauford company to exhibit in European Motor shows, where she won awards and is the only left hand drive Beauford in the country. She even has air conditioning!! They sound lovely and very unique! What packages do you offer? Our packages are bespoke, as every wedding is different and has individual needs.

We operate a one wedding per car, per day policy, to ensure that you receive our undivided attention for as long as you have the car with you. Once quoted, there are no hidden or unexpected extras. The car remains with the couple for as long as required. Whether it takes 2 hours or 4 hours, the price quoted is the price paid. We know things happen beyond the control of the bride and groom on the day, and therefore we don’t think it fair to penalise the newlyweds incase things go beyond a pre-arranged time limit.

!"#

SPOTLIGHT ON

!"##$%&'()*+

What else do you offer to make the couple feel extra special on their day? Whatever type of wedding is planned, we ensure that the happy couple have the time of their life. Each couple receives a complimentary bottle of Lanson Black Label Champagne to toast each other after the ceremony and of course to calm their nerves! Our Chauffeurs are all fully uniformed, along with a hat if required and are the consummate professional on the day, attentive in every way, without becoming a hindrance or overbearing. All cars carry a two-person umbrella in case the weather is inclement, although it could double up as a sunshade too! In a nut shell, it is our job to ensure our brides get to the church on time and in style and we go above and beyond to ensure this mission statement is delivered each and every time.

To get in touch with Joanne and the team at I do Wedding Cars, contact 07737 137 944 or 0115 961 1277 www.idoweddingcars.org

!"#$%#&'()*+#*,(+%(#-*(./0+1,(2#03(423*3(( 43(5#4(2/63(/(%35%/7+#5/1(534(3573*7/+5+58(( %9/&3(/6/+1/:13(7#(2+*3(.#*(;3$$+58%<(=/0+1,( >/723*+58%<(?55+63*%/*+3%<(@+*72$/,()/*7+3%<(( A#*9#*/73(=-5&7+#5%(/5$(B93&+/1(C6357%D(( E#-(4+11(2/63(72+%(%3&1-$3$(&#*53*(#.(C581/5$(( 7#(,#-*%3163%DF(( '"()*"+,-.+/,01,)2-"+3451,-,-

!"#$!!!!"#$%&$'()*+$*,"'$-..%"&$./01/1.210.3/4.

5$%&$'(.6*+$*,7.89,:#7.;*.<$*(&$)7.;$::+=>#?-&#+*@7.AB0./CD

Hodsock Priory - Preparing for a wedding When the team at Hodsock Priory prepare for a wedding, they leave no stone unturned. With a real emphasis on service, the team at Hodsock Priory deliver above and beyond their clients’ expectations. Lynda, Ken and Lindsay, the wedding team, are well equipped when it comes to looking after their guests from choosing the best bacon, sausages and eggs for breakfast from the neighbouring farmers, plumping the big soft pillows and fluffy white towels, checking that there’s oceans of hot water and that all the newly opened bedrooms are spotlessly clean and welcoming. The Courtyard, which is home to the sumptuous bedrooms offers a truly luxurious and fantastically serviced added extra to weddings at Hodsock Priory. Raspberry red is the dominant colour which is complemented by warm shades of cream and brown, textured woods and an eclectic mix of fabric patterns to create a seamless and stylish look that is contemporary, timeless and inviting. To ensure the Hodsock Estate and its heritage is not forgotten, artwork in the individual rooms is of the famous Hodsock Snowdrops, with the breathtaking beauty of the house and grounds being pictorially reproduced to stunning effect. And one of the best reasons to stay at Hodsock Priory as part of your wedding day? Well, Lindsay freshly bakes home-made biscuits and puts fresh milk in the fridge before guests arrive. You really can’t get a much better welcoming than that. And here is what a recent bride and groom had to say about their Hodsock Priory experience: To The Hodsock Team, We cannot thank you enough for our incredible wedding day – Ken and Lynda were amazing - so professional and friendly from start to finish. When we heard from the fantastic Lindsay that The Courtyard was ready – we couldn’t believe the venue could get any better – we were now able to have 26 friends and family staying with us on site. The new bedrooms are so luxurious and spacious – they really do add to the whole wedding experience at Hodsock. I don’t think we could have found a more beautiful venue or such amazing people to plan our day. We will always remember Hodsock fondly and would recommend the venue to anyone. Love Emma and Matt - August 2010 18

LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS, CHAMPAGNE BAR, LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, CATWALK SHOW AND INSPIRATIONAL SUPPLIERS

BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT WWW.SAVETHEDATEMAGAZINE.CO.UK/EVENTS/

Dates for your diary

Fancy coming along to one of our future events? Then, please take a note of these very important dates!

Carriage Hall Open Day Saturday 20th November

Wedding Event with a Difference - the BIG one! Sunday 6th February

Carriage Hall Wedding Fayre Sunday 27th February We hope to see you there!

Award Winning Talent Having been a part of the world of weddings for over a year now, we at Save the Date have come to realise that wedding photography is a highly competitive area of the market with lots and lots of ‘big day’ photographers cropping up all the time. All photographers we have worked with and who we recommend are of the absolute highest standard and come highly regarded by us, however, even we were pretty amazed when we discovered an international award winning photographer in our midst. On our first encounter with the fantastic Ian Bursill, we felt extremely humbled by his modest nature, not one to brag or boast but certainly very proud of his achievements, Ian is a real hidden gem.

A proud member of The WPJA (The Wedding Photojournalist Association) - a US based body that represents those who are said to be amongst the best in the world at what they do - Ian and his work had to conform to a strict entry criteria in order to become a member and he challenged himself to achieve success as part of the association. And success did he achieve. Finishing in the top three of the WPJA’s ‘International Photographer of the Year 2009’ competition and also being named as the WPJA’s ‘UK Wedding Photojournalist of the Year 2009’ in only his second year as a member, Ian was understandably elated by the news.

Based in Leicestershire, Ian’s passion for documentary photography began over thirty years ago when at the age of 12 he was given his first camera by his father, a semi-professional photographer. Ian says, “I carried the camera with me everywhere I went and I was the school’s resident photojournalist recording everyday school life; the characters, playground fights and birthday duckings in the biology pond! Having left school and failing to get a break in the industry, he worked for a printing company and then ran the creative department for an advertising agency. He kept up his keen interest in Photography by shooting personal work and some of the agency’s packshot photography for use in brochures and advertising, but all the while was keen to get a real break into the industry. That moment was soon to happen... Attending the wedding of a close friend, he slyly tucked a small digital compact into his pocket. “The ‘old school’ photographer was boring all the guests at the wedding

by taking around an hour and a half to shoot the long list of set-up and formal group shots outside the church,” he recalls. “Guests were complaining about standing around, so during this period I got lots of informal shots. I processed the images afterwards and burned them onto a CD as a present for my friend and his new wife and they were over the moon with the natural shots I had taken compared to the contrived ones they had from the official photographer. It was after that wedding that I thought long and hard about trying to get into the industry again. I figured that there must be a way of approaching wedding photography in a different way; to simply let the day unfold and document what was happening before me. I flung myself into offering to shoot the weddings of some friends in Scotland, got another job locally and then a couple of colleagues at the ad agency I worked at knew of two couples who were on the lookout for a photographer and I ended

up shooting both weddings. I’ve not looked back since.” Now a highly successful documentary wedding photographer, Ian loves what he does and feels passionately about the way his style of work achieves natural, emotive and timeless images for his couples. “I offer a documentary style approach for the simple reason that I feel that staged photography controls a massive part of a short but special day for any bridal party and their guests. I also feel that it doesn’t really capture the inner essence of a person’s personality. The real emotions of the day, the laughter, the tension, the joy, the

tears and the jubilation are very often not captured by photographers who work in this way.” With excellent observational skills and a real talent for capturing those priceless moments during the wedding day, Ian’s quick thinking and creative approach allied with his uncanny ability to anticipate what is going to happen at any given moment results in a wonderful narrative of the day for his couples to reminisce and enjoy for years to come. With this latest award, Ian has demonstrated that his creative flair and obvious passion for what he does has been well recognised and rightly so. Ian is quite honestly one of the most talented, modest and generally warm and friendly photographers we have come across and with more and more couples out there opting for a more relaxed, documentary approach to their day, we’re pretty confident that Ian’s fantastic success story has only just begun.

To get in touch with Ian or to take a look at some of his work, please call 0788 143 8911 or visit www.bursill.com

SaveTheDate_QP_Ad_260810:Layout 1

26/8/10

21:26

Page 1

Natural. Emotive. Timeless. Unobtrusive Documentary Wedding Photography by the WPJA’s “UK Wedding Photographer of 2009”

www.bursill.com

!"#$%&'#(!$%#"&)*($)+(#'#)%(,$)$*#,#)%(-."( /#++&)*01(!."2."$%#($)+(2"&'$%#(#'#)%0 !"#$%&'()$*#+,#+-$.)-#+&(/$.'01)(2$3&0&-#4 %345(67898(:7;<9<(#=>?45(@?AB>C@?AB>D3EF3EGH>G3E?BIJHAJKL

MMMJ@?AB>D3EF3EGH>G3E?BIJHAJKL

Run by cake designer Tracy James, Cotton and Crumbs have been specialising in modern, elegant and stylish cakes since 2008. Covering the whole of the East Midlands, Tracy says “It is important to keep up to date with fashion trends and this is reflected in my cake designs. As I love anything girly or vintage I try and incorporate this into my ‘romantic’ style cake designs using lots of lace, pearls, roses and sparkle. I think it’s important to have an identity for the business and hope that people feel inspired when they see my cakes.” There are lots of different options when choosing a cake, anything from cute miniature cakes, a tower of bespoke cupcakes or a 5-tier centrepiece. This is why Cotton and Crumbs offer a large selection of cake flavours, all baked to order and containing the finest ingredients. By taking a flexible approach, Tracy is able to meet the most specific of requirements and is a real perfectionist when it comes to delivering beyond her clients’ expectations.

&' $ % %

& ( #) * + ,

$"*. -"#

! !! "#$

With a highly professional and personal service and beautifully handcrafted creations, Cotton and Crumbs offer their clients an exceptional experience from the moment they place their order right up until the crumbs are being wiped from the cake stand.

Sophisticated Hens Our luxury Hen packages are perfect for blissful breaks full of sophisticated elegance and girly indulgence. Cathedral Quarter Hotel is the perfect setting for your celebrations with friends and family - enjoy pampering, cocktails and fabulous food in stunning surroundings. Luxury Hen breaks include bed and full breakfast, mini spa treatment, two hour cocktail school, private dinner including wine and a Champagne afternoon tea.

Cathedral Quarter Hotel Derby

Donington Manor Hotel Castle Donington

Lace Market Hotel Nottingham

The Lion Hotel Belper

www.thefinessecollection.com !

N*I*>'+:&<<@;A+O&>=@#&B 9$%&BJ+9))%@&B+F+9>'B8$CB+L>&&B

78+9$%&'+:$%&'+!&+&;<&$=)*>+8)+ ?>)<*#&+$+:&<<@;A+9$%&+$B+@;<@=@<*$C+ $B+')*+$>&"+:&+D$=&+E&&;+<&B@A;@;A+ F+6$%@;A+:&<<@;A+9$%&B+G)>+)=&>+-.+ '&$>B+F+!@CC+!)>%+#C)B&C'+!@8D+')*+8)+ &;B*>&+8D$8+8D&+H;@BD&<+#$%&+@B+8D&+#$%&+ )G+')*>+<>&$6B"+:&+$CB)+)GG&>+)8D&>+ B&>=@#&B+8)+#)6?C@6&;8+')*>+!&<<@;A+ &I?&>@&;#&J+>$;A@;A+G>)6+K>@<$C+9))%@&B+ F+9>'B8$C+L>&&B+8)+K>@<$C+9$>B+8)+A&8+')*+ 8)+8D&+#D*>#D+);+8@6&M

!!!"#$%&'(!$%&'"#)"*%+ ,--.+/0-+-122+ ,2232+-32/44+ #$%&'!$%&'56&"#)6 26

Delicious Designs !"##$%&$&'()*+,)&%$-&%./(,+,)&%$+%0$,+.,)%* 1#()-)&/.$-+2#.$+%0$.,/%%)%*$0#.)*%. 1#.)*%#"$3#00)%*$-+2#.$-"#+,#0$$ 4&"$5&/"$.6#-)+($0+5 Contact Zoe on: 01773 826993 or 07739 010317 www.deliciousdesigns.co.uk

ASK: Save the Date

Lisa: We’d love to go to the Maldives for our honeymoon but there are so many resorts to choose from and I don’t know which one to pick. Do you have any recommendations?

The Maldives is a perfect destination for a honeymoon, offering complete relaxation, crystal clear lagoons and beautiful, pure, soft white sands. The islands do vary in size and facilities on offer and it really depends on whether you want a small, intimate island, offering no news/no shoes or a larger island offering more in the way of restaurants, bars and leisure facilities. Kuoni Travel specialise in honeymoons to the Maldives and say that their most popular is the island of Kuramathi which is exclusive to them, with 9 restaurants, 6 bars, fantastic leisure facilities and an all inclusive option. Many of the islands offer amazing water villas with the option of a double jacuzzi bath overlooking the ocean. The Maldives really does offer heaven on earth!

Jo: Do you have any quirky and cost effective ways of

feeding my guests? We’re getting married in summer and I’d really like an alternative to a formal sit down dinner. Any ideas?

Oh, we love it when our readers get creative! A formal dinner is great and works for most people, however, opting for something a little more quirky will probably cost less and give you budget to spend elsewhere! You could have a hog roast or a ‘posh’ BBQ outside - or you could hire a fish and chip van to come and serve up England’s finest dish (depends on the restrictions at your venue though). Whatever you end up doing, we hope you have a great time!

Fliss: I’m really not fussed about having a wedding in

a manor house or hall with lots of grounds. I’d prefer a contemporary space or a city centre based venue. Do you recommend anywhere? I live in Nottingham.

Lydia and Abbi answer your questions

We totally get where you’re coming from, Fliss. We love castles and manor houses (Lydia’s just married at Thrumpton Hall and loved it) however, we have come across quite a few chic and stylish venues which are the total opposite and really offer something very special. Harts Hotel in Nottingham is a firm favourite with its fabulous views across the Park and fantastic reputation and the Carriage Hall in Plumtree is super stylish and very popular for those couples looking for something modern and on trend. The Lace Market Hotel is right in the middle of the Lace Market (believe it or not!) and boasts fantastic food with a real cosmopolitan vibe and finally, the Riverbank on the banks of the River Trent is new and just gorgeous (we’ll be celebrating Save the Date’s first birthday party there in November!)

Gemma: I really want to have my wedding filmed. Do you know any good wedding videographers? Oh yes, there are quite a few. We highly recommend Shoot (www. shoot-lifestyle.co.uk) as they produced Lydia’s wedding film which she absolutely loved and they are professional, highly experienced and such lovely people. Midway Media also produce fabulous and cost effective wedding films (www.midway-media.co.uk) and the husband and wife team who run the company are so warm and friendly and great at what they do. Finally, a new discovery for Save the Date is Light Films (www.lightfilms.co.uk) - stylish, on trend and again, really nice people - which is always a bonus! Hope that helps.

Got a question and need some help? Send us an email at info@savethedatemagazine.co.uk 27

Breadsall Priory What a View

GETTING TO KNOW

Breadsall Priory, a Marriott Hotel and Country Club, located within a 13th century residence, tucked within 300 acres of beautiful Derbyshire countryside, provides an idyllic, secluded setting for a wedding day.

The gourmet cuisine which Breadsall Priory prides itself on can be tailored to meet your requirements and, once confirmed, a personal tasting will be arranged to ensure you are entirely happy with your selection.

Combining a selection of charming function suites for you to choose from, beautiful bedrooms, fantastic food, a leisure club and the Priory Retreat Spa, there really is everything you could need for the perfect day.

The sumptuous bedrooms provide the ultimate in indulgence and romance and with honeymoon suites boasting incredible views across the grounds and lake, you couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wish for a more relaxing and unforgettable way to begin married life.

There are a total of four function suites all offering a diverse range of settings including the Pavilion Suite which is the funtion room, with capacity for 110 guests. There is also the Morley Room with fabulous views across the ornamental lake, the Breadsall Room offering rustic, traditional interiors and the Haslam Room with views across the manicured lawns.

So, with everything your heart desires under one roof, a fantastic team of wedding professionals on hand and an incredible setting, the Marriott Breadsall Priory could be just what you are looking for. Call to get in touch with the team at Breadsall Priory, a Marriott Hotel & Country Club. Call 01332 832235 or visit MarriottBreadsallPriory.co.uk

BlossomTree Boutique Florist

www.theblossomtree.co.uk 01332 864 200 3 Russell Yard, Derby Road, Melbourne, Derbyshire DE73 8DZ

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

===?'"#$%&'()",--?6(%

For further information, please contact events coordinator, Debbie Knox on 07590 818 045

===?'"#$%&'()",--?6(%

==?'"#$%&'()",--?6(%

THE LOOK

Jarah

At Jarah Hair & Day Spa, we work together to create the look you want to achieve for your big day. We can put together wedding packages including pre wedding treatments and pamper packages for hen parties to make you look and feel fabulous. Preparation for your wedding day and of course, your honeymoon is important and therefore we offer dermalogica and caci specialist facials to get your skin in tip top condition and Coppola keratin complex for smooth, shiny and frizz free hair. With over 30 years combined experience in wedding hair and make-up, working all over the world, we have the knowledge and experience to create the perfect look for your wedding day. We can take the hassle out of your day by coming to your house or you can enjoy the excitement of getting ready and being pampered in our spacious day spa. With the packages that we offer, we can take care of the entire wedding party, ensuring the mother of the bride and the bridesmaids are also made to feel special and looking fabulous. So, why not pop in to our stylish day spa in the centre of Derby or give us a call on 01332 369900 or visit our website, www.jarah.co.uk and allow us to make you and your bridal party, picture perfect for the big day.

THE LOOK

The style gurus over at MAC join Save the Date to bring you their top tips for big day beauty: One word of advice for brides is to wear make up you are comfortable in, or absolutely love - make up that looks like you! You will be looking at these pictures for a very long time and don't want to feel as though you are looking at a stranger. If you are going to get your make up done on the day by somebody else, do a trial first to make sure you are completely happy with the make up and the make up artist. Think about taking touch up products with you. Use MAC Blot Powder to take shine down, MAC Cremeblush to keep your skin looking alive and healthy all through the day and into the night. MAC Strobe liquid or MAC Strobe Cream moisturises skin on the face or body and gives a gentle radiance and highlights the contours of your body. This is especially pretty over shoulders and dĂŠcolletage. MAC Splashproof Mascara is a must and eyeliner such as MAC technakohl in a suitable shade will stay in place all day. MAC Liquid Last liner is totally cry proof and comes in a range of colours. Choose the right colour foundation that suits your skin tone, photographic evidence doesn't want to come back and haunt you of bad colour choice! MAC Pro Longwear Lip colour is perfect for kissing and won't go all over your partners face. They come in a great variety of shades and stay put for eight hours plus, perfect to pucker up to your new husband!

a ward -winni ng h o n e ym o o ns You’ve planned the wedding, the flowers and the outfits; but have you planned on where you are going on your honeymoon? Award-winning luxury travel company, Kuoni, has recently opened its chic and stylish travel store on Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham. The team of six Kuoni Personal Travel Experts jointly have over 67 years of travel experience and they know what’s needed to create the perfect honeymoon. Their focus is service and will do everything they can to make your dream trip the holiday of a lifetime. The chic store has a welcoming atmosphere, funky design and a lounge area where customers can relax, have a drink and browse through brochures, or watch the large interactive video screen showcasing Kuoni’s exotic destinations. Honeymoon couples are made to feel extra special and can enjoy a glass of champagne whilst planning their perfect trip. Kuoni is award-winning and has been voted the World’s Leading Tour Operator for 11 years in a row. Kuoni’s luxury holidays are perfect for honeymooners looking for a magical once in a lifetime holiday, from over-water villas in the Maldives to driving adventures in the USA and safaris in Africa. Kuoni can work to your budget and you can easily tailor-make your honeymoon, combining destinations and adding on unforgettable and authentic experiences. Your honeymoon will be unforgettable.

Where to go when?

Having trouble deciding on where to spend your honeymoon? Here are Kuoni’s recommendations:

Best for November-April

Best for May-October

Caribbean

Tahiti, Fiji and other Pacific islands

Florida

Mauritius, Seychelles

Bahamas

Hawaii

Mexico

North America, Canada

Costa Rica

Aruba

Far East

Brazil

Australia and New Zealand

Bali

India, Sri Lanka, Maldives

Kenya, Tanzania, Zanzibar

South Africa

Europe

Dubai, Oman & Egypt

Queensland and Barrier Reef

Kuoni Gift Cards

If you already have enough towels, bed linen and the latest household gadgets, why not put your honeymoon on your gift list? Your guests can put any amount of money onto a stylish Kuoni Gift Card, which can then help pay for your honeymoon, flight or room upgrades, even adding experiences onto a honeymoon that has already been booked. Kuoni can provide information about Kuoni Gift Cards for you to include with your invites.

Thinking of tying the knot abroad?

Kuoni’s sole aim is to achieve that perfect day, making sure everything goes to plan. Kuoni has an award-winning and experienced team to help you arrange your special event, and many resorts also have a wedding co-ordinator on site to make sure everything runs smoothly. More hotels are offering Kuoni guests the wedding ceremony of a lifetime – for free!

Kuoni can also plan renewal of vows, special anniversary celebrations and, where permitted, celebrations of commitment and same-sex civil partnerships. For those major moments in your life, you can rely on Kuoni to make them memorable.

Visit Kuoni’s new store

Visit the new Kuoni store at 44 Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham, NG9 2GQ or call the store on 0115 947 0074.

!"#$%&"''()* Laine and Danny Chatsworth House, Derbyshire

Here, we bring you the amazing real wedding of Laine and Danny who married on the 19th June at the stunning Chatsworth House. The beautiful bride, Laine, brings you the story of her big day: I work in the Wedding and events office at Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. Heathy Lea is a beautiful house situated on the Chatsworth Estate. I actually had my wedding venue bookedâ&#x20AC;Ś. and then I found Heathy Lea and fell in love with it instantly. It is the most beautiful wedding venue and the little Summer House where the ceremony takes places is just perfect. My dress was nothing like what I thought I would pick, but as soon as I put it on I fell in love. I imagined myself in a sleek, very plain floor length gownâ&#x20AC;Śhow wrong I was! My dress was called Paso Doble, the sleek lines and soft flounces gave it a very Spanish feel. I loved the way the dress came up at the front just enough so you could see my lovely shoes! I wanted our wedding theme to be in keeping with the surroundings of the park. We tried our best to keep everything

to a neutral theme, using lots of nude and pastel tones. Our marquee was again decorated in neutral tones with big Chinese lace lanterns hanging from the ceilings. We white washed old flower pots and filled them with big vintage pastel roses for table decorations. Fairy lights and lanterns decorated the trees and fences on the lawn and outside the marquee. I think the quirky thing about our wedding definitely has to be the Summer House where we took our vows. It was tiny, only myself, Danny and the two registrars could fit inside, all of our guests were seated on the lawn. I had originally booked a church for our ceremony but I am so glad we decided to do something different. The memory of walking down the lawn to the little summer house will stay with me forever. Our wedding day was truly the best day of our lives; it was made so special by all the people we love around us. Our day was full of laughter and love - just the way we wanted it!! All images courtesy of the fabulous team at Shoot (www.shoot-lifestyle.co.uk)

THE PERFECT PLACE FOR YOUR

!"##$%& Hart’s Hotel & Restaurant

'()**+,-./*$-0,)%#,1"2-3%)*+,4)2.5-,$-,.0",6$./5-,, 7)8392$.",)##2"--,732,:"##$%&-,)%#,6$8$*,1)2.%"2-0$1-

The essence of quality; Hart’s have been nationally recognized for their food wine and service. Hart’s secluded garden provides a breathtaking back drop to a Champagne reception, relax in the knowledge that your wedding will be perfect. From only £33 per guest. “Restaurant of the Year 2008 & 2009 ” The Nottingham Restaurant Awards 38

Standard Hill, Park Row, Nottingham, NG1 6GN 0115 988 1900 www.hartsnottingham.co.uk

Rebecca Whitehouse Operations Director

Bespoke Wedding Venues offer wedding couples a hand picked selection of high quality and unique properties. Their venue selection process and tailor-made wedding packages ensure they match each couple to the perfect property, fulfilling their exact requirements of style, location and budget. Rebecca Whitehouse, operations director of Bespoke Wedding Venues has the challenge of locating the most beautiful wedding venues throughout Derbyshire to deliver an unforgettable experience for couples. Here are just a few of the venues which Rebecca works with and represents:

Bolsover Castle

Stubton Hall

Shottle Hall

Thornbridge Hall

Ringwood Hall

Tissington Hall

The Roundhouse

and many more!

Due to the success and growth of Bespoke Events, Rebecca is now on the hunt for more venues to be represented by Bespoke and to spread across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and beyond. With this expansion, Rebecca is on the look out for wedding planners to assist and work as part of the Bespoke Events brand. If you feel you could offer something special, please get in touch with Rebecca at Bespoke on 08001 577 855 or 07866 092576