Save the Date Magazine - Issue 4

Issue 4 May/June 2010

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THE WEDDING AND EVENTS MAGAZINE FOR THE EAST MIDLANDS

Rachael Connerton Photography

Image supplied by: www.confetti.co.uk

Prepare to be blown away

Summer fete meets English country garden chic

Lots of inspiration for the perfect summer wedding ww w. saveth e d a t e m a ga zi n e .c o.uk

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EDITOR’S NOTE With a promising summer ahead and you lovely brides becoming more and more creative with such gorgeous themed weddings, we at Save the Date magazine feel it’s time to focus on outdoor, fresh, summery weddings (with a twist of course!)

From bunting to vintage pole marquees, fabulously themed invitation designs to making the most of the weather, we’ve got lots of inspiration to give you a taste of how you can transform your big day. So, this issue is full of colour, vibrancy and most importantly, great ideas which are both achievable and affordable.

We hope you enjoy!

Also, by the July/August edition of Save the Date magazine, the editor, Lydia Vernon will have become Mrs Lydia Burrows! With the big day quickly approaching (Friday 28th May), we’ll be sure to share all the gossip from the day itself!

Finally, our long awaited and eagerly anticipated, brand spanking new website (complete with blog, online magazine, supplier of the week and lots, lots more!) will be launching at the beginning of May. We look forward to chatting and networking with you, our lovely readers (www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk).

See you on the web!

Lydia & Abbi

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Ideas to transform your wedding or event into a summer soiree!

Discover the floral trends with John Preston Flowers

Rachael Connerton Photography

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Prepare to be blown away...

Getting to know...Tutbury Castle 16-17 Bond Marquees

English country garden chic

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Fiona Herbert Catering

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Eden Hall

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Letting the food do the talking A slice of paradise

Contact Save the Date Magazine: t: 0115 9302861 e: info@savethedatemagazine.co.uk www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk

SAVE THE DATE MAGAZINE Partners: Abbi Brown & Lydia Vernon Editor: Lydia Vernon Published by: DW Design and Print www.dwgraphicdesign.co.uk Printed by: Stirland Paterson www.stirlandpaterson.co.uk

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Lydia

Abbi

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.

EDITOR’S NOTE With a promising summer ahead and you lovely brides becoming more and more creative with such gorgeous themed weddings, we at Save the Date magazine feel it’s time to focus on outdoor, fresh, summery weddings (with a twist of course!)

From bunting to vintage pole marquees, fabulously themed invitation designs to making the most of the weather, we’ve got lots of inspiration to give you a taste of how you can transform your big day. So, this issue is full of colour, vibrancy and most importantly, great ideas which are both achievable and affordable.

We hope you enjoy!

Also, by the July/August edition of Save the Date magazine, the editor, Lydia Vernon will have become Mrs Lydia Burrows! With the big day quickly approaching (Friday 28th May), we’ll be sure to share all the gossip from the day itself!

Finally, our long awaited and eagerly anticipated, brand spanking new website (complete with blog, online magazine, supplier of the week and lots, lots more!) will be launching at the beginning of May. We look forward to chatting and networking with you, our lovely readers (www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk).

See you on the web!

Lydia & Abbi

Save the date

9 12-13 Summer Fete

4-5

Bloomin Gorgeous

6-7

Ideas to transform your wedding or event into a summer soiree!

Discover the floral trends with John Preston Flowers

Rachael Connerton Photography

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Prepare to be blown away...

Getting to know...Tutbury Castle 16-17 Bond Marquees

English country garden chic

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Fiona Herbert Catering

28-29

Eden Hall

34-35

Letting the food do the talking A slice of paradise

Contact Save the Date Magazine: t: 0115 9302861 e: info@savethedatemagazine.co.uk www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk

SAVE THE DATE MAGAZINE Partners: Abbi Brown & Lydia Vernon Editor: Lydia Vernon Published by: DW Design and Print www.dwgraphicdesign.co.uk Printed by: Stirland Paterson www.stirlandpaterson.co.uk

CONTENTS

Lydia

Abbi

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.

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Thrumpton Hall is delighted to be able to offer exclusive use of the Hall, Gardens and the Lakeside Pavilion for the wedding of your dreams. The Team at Thrumpton Hall takes pride in saying that no two weddings are ever the same; we offer a bespoke and individualised service to all our clients.

Set in beautiful rolling Nottinghamshire parkland, Thrumpton Hall provides a secluded setting for both intimate and ultimate weddings. From initial viewing, through the planning process and to the end of the wedding day celebrations, the experienced and friendly team at Thrumpton Hall will ensure that every detail of the wedding is planned to perfection and that the wedding couple and their guests enjoy and remember this special occasion for many years to come.

www.thrumptonhall.com

Lucy Ledger Designs Lucy Ledger Designs evolved following Lucy’s own big day last Christmas time. Having created and designed all of the stationery herself (which, by the way, was totally gorgeous) Lucy decided to begin her own company and ventured into the world of weddings and stationery.

Boasting a unique, personal service with an incredibly creative edge, Lucy Ledger Designs is perfect for any style of wedding from the utterly off the wall creative to traditional garden parties and cute floral themes.

Based right here in the East Midlands, Lucy is, in our opinion, one of Sheffield’s best kept secrets ... until now.

You can get in touch with Lucy on the following:

enquiries@lucyledger.com Tel: 07540 977 428 www.lucyledger.com

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Prepare to be blown away We at Save the Date magazine meet a lot of photographers and by a lot, we mean a lot - from traditional, to totally off the wall, one man bands to large companies and then, every now and again, the downright fabulous. And, in our opinion, Rachael Connerton Photography put the ‘F’ into Fabulous.

Not just in their photography but also in their service, their professionalism and their overall style. A husband and wife team, Rachael and Ian work together to create the most stunning photography for their clients and through our own experience, deliver the most incredible results.

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Having worked with Rachael since the inception of Save the Date, we have been blown away by her work ethic and standards of service she provides for her clients. However, it’s one thing looking through a photographer’s albums (which are of the most fabulous Queensberry variety might we add), chatting over the phone and meeting for coffee, it’s another being on the other side of their camera lens and witnessing their work for yourself. Yes, the Save the Date girls have had a photoshoot …. And not because we’re trying out the new facebook profile picture craze but because we’re about to

launch our new website and need for our lovely readers to put a face to the name.

So, having met with Rachael at Wollaton Park on a lovely spring-like afternoon, we were slightly nervous at the prospect of a ‘photo shoot’ but were immediately put at ease with Rachael’s calming influence and gentle nature. We were both asked to pose for a range of pictures and quickly became extremely relaxed and began to enjoy the whole experience; laughing and joking with Rachael, trying desperately to make one another laugh with stupid dances to get the other to perform a ‘natural’ laugh on camera and generally just having lots of fun with the lovely Rachael.

A few days later, an email popped into our inbox from Rachael Connerton with the subject ‘Photographs – Wollaton Park Shoot’ and we became very excited, if a little anxious at what the result would be. Quite picky twenty something year

olds, we like to look our best and tend to delete more pictures of ourselves from our cameras than put in frames so the chances of us both agreeing on our favourite photographs was quite slim.

So, at the end of the slide show of over 80 images, some of Lydia, some of Abbi and some both together, we gave each other a big grin and felt pretty smug about ourselves – finally, we were not scrutinising each image, picking faults and worrying about how fat/thin/pale/ short etc we were. In fact, we were totally spoilt for choice. Having debated for over an hour about which images we could shortlist to use on our website, we decided to ask Rachael to burn the entire album to a CD as the choice was just too hard. Genuinely shocked at the great result of the images, we asked Rachael what her secret was and were assured there was no airbrushing or tampering with the images; just good light and

obviously, an extremely talented photographer. Result.

And that was just our short experience of the wonderful Rachael Connerton Photography. For their wedding clients, there really is no stone left unturned; from the pre wedding shoot to calm the couples nerves and get them used to the camera, to the perfectly personalised service, world class Queensberry albums, stylish photography, unobtrusive style and exceptional results.

And, don’t forget, the Save the Date website re-launches with a whole new look and an interactive hub of activity at the beginning of May so head to www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk and see the results from our photoshoot for yourself! And, in case you’re wondering, the Save the Date girls are below (brunette - Lydia and blonde - Abbi)!

Your wedding photographs are such a lovely memento from your day and are so incredibly important so why not opt for the absolute best of the best and treat yourself to the fantastic service Rachael Connerton Photography provides?

If she can make even the most scrutinising and particular clients in us totally blown away, this woman can work wonders.

www.rachaelconnertonphotography.co.uk info@rachaelconnertonphotography.co.uk 0115 9844 885

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Tutbury Castle:

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GETTING TO KNOW

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an 11th. century royal castle sitting in the heart of England in rural Staffordshire.

Perched high on a hill overlooking the green Dove valley below, it has one of the most glittering histories of any castle in the British Isles. Built by order of William the Conqueror himself, it grew into a breathtaking fortified town and welcomed some of the great names such as John Of Gaunt, who made it one of his main residencies, the Black Prince, Queen Margaret of Anjou, King Henry VIII and was prison four times of the tragic Mary Queen of Scots. A place for Kings and Queens and now brides and grooms.

During the English Civil War the castle was attacked but still leaves a romantic medieval ruins and the complete state apartments of King Charles 1st, including the Great Hall which is licenced for weddings as is the Garden tea room. Over the last nine years the castle has proved to be in the

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top three venue choices for the whole of Staffordshire and has a reputation for the highest quality service. Recently, Maverick have been appointed the new catering and food events company at the castle. Maverick have in-house innovative chefs that produce freshly cooked restaurant standard food, stylishly presented and service that will make the perfect day even more perfect.

The marquee is stunning and is supplied

by Bond Marquees with white drapes and chandeliers and a starlight ceiling over the dance area. The marquee windows look out over the castle compound and Dove Valley with views and sunsets that have graced many magazine covers.

The castle curator is also TV Historian Lesley Smith who has introduced some unique wedding ideas. Midnight weddings are on offer at Tutbury Castle in the form of a medieval Handfasting with knights in armour, ground torches and a great basket of fire so the couples can take their vows under the stars. The Handfasting ceremony, although not legally binding, was the form of marriage in the early 15th century. It can be booked to accompany a civil wedding or partnership and can also be arranged earlier in the day so couples

can be outside in the grounds following the legal ceremony.

The castle marquee can also be booked independently following a Church service for a reception and is popular for couples who have married abroad and seek more wedding photographs and a family celebration with a broad range of family and friends in England.

Couples can also make the choice to be married at Tutbury Castle without a reception or choose to have a small reception in the Great Hall for up to 38 guests.

Said Lesley Smith “This is so beautiful and we have had some incredible weddings here both large and small and we are absolutely committed to ensuring each couple feels unique and has the day they have dreamt of. Those who marry at Tutbury Castle go into the castle records for the next thousand years and become part of the very fabric that is Tutbury Castle�. Captivating indeed.

For further information, please call 01283 812129 or email info@tutburycastle.com

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EXCLUSIVE NEW WEDDING VENUE INCLUDING JACKSON’S FINE DINING RESTAURANT

“Hodsock Priory is our family home where we now have a sensational new entertaining space available to hire for Weddings, Family Gatherings, Anniversaries, Birthday Parties, Corporate Functions and Special Events.

You will have this secluded corner of England to yourselves.�

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MOJITO Discotheques An elegant string ensemble with an all-encompassing repertoire Available for weddings throughout the Midlands Also available…ELECTRIC string quartet www.highlywiredquartet.com www.highlystrungquartet.com tel Sarah 07967 361717 email sarah@highlystrungquartet.com

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!

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

Nottingham’s favourite address for weddings & civil partnerships

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

Spirits High Entertainments - Revolutionizing the ‘Wedding DJ’ We’ve all been to one of those weddings or parties where the DJ arrives and it’s finally time for you to hit the dancefloor and party the night away, when the Birdy song begins to play and you know you’re in for a long night! Well, fear no more – cheesy DJ’s are a thing of the past and here we bring you a revolution in the art of discotheque – Spirits High Entertainments.

Having developed a fantastic, integrated system into their website, Spirits High Entertainments are taking the DJ circuit by storm, performing regularly at venues such as Shottle Hall, Ringwood Hall and Hardwick Hall.

The system works whereby clients are provided with unique log-in details, taking them through to their personalised event schedule, giving them total control over the entertainment at their event. With

the facility to enter all the details of their forthcoming wedding day, including timings, first dance details and lots, lots more, you can be assured that Paul Thompson of Spirits High Entertainments has everything covered to ensure your wedding or event runs like clockwork.

Having researched and evaluated the system, we at Save the Date magazine were most excited by the song selection facility.

This works whereby the client types in any artist and any song and the system locates that particular song and adds it to their ‘playlist’. With over 70,000 songs forming the directory, clients have the opportunity to ensure each and every song played on the night is just perfect.

Guests of the wedding or event can also join in the fun and, having been given their own log-in details, they can add to the playlist and choose songs they would

like to be played. However, just in case of any unwanted requests, the client has overall control and can therefore delete any inappropriate songs. Paul also arranges a one to one chat with each of his clients to discuss any special requests they may have. A real ‘people person’, Paul sees this as a vital part of the planning process as, although the system covers all it needs to, Paul likes to engage with his clients and build a rapport before the day itself.

So, with a personable service, an impressive integrated system and a highly experienced and qualified DJ (not to mention, at a surprisingly cost effective rate), the Birdy song is officially history and, with Spirits High Entertainments, you can relax safe in the knowledge that both you and your guests are going to have the time of your lives!

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Luxury Wedding Services Cakes, Cookies & Crystals Trees

At Cakey Wakey we endeavour to produce a Wedding Cake as individual as you are. We have been designing & making Wedding Cakes for over 15 years & will work closely with you to !"#$%!&'()'&'(!&*"+#(!,&-).!&+#&'(!&-).!& of your dreams. We also offer other services to compliment your wedding experience, ranging from Bridal Cookies & Crystal Trees to Bridal Cars to get you to the church on time!

www.cakey­wakey.co.uk 0115 961 1277 07737 137944 cakeywakey@me.com

Delicious Designs Free no obligation consultation and tasting Delicious cakes and stunning designs Designer wedding cakes created for your special day Contact Zoe on: 01773 826993 or 07739 010317 www.deliciousdesigns.co.uk

WHESTHILL

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Whatever your wedding theme… Romantic, Elegant or Vintage.

A Corporate Signature Design; to a design to ‘wow’ at a special event.

Or just a Self Indulgence for the home, At Lavish we make sure your flowers never go unnoticed.

For more information: Tel:07812648497 Email: info@lavishweddingandeventflowers.com Website: www.lavishweddingandeventflowers.com

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SPOTLIGHT ON

Cakey Wakey Baked to perfection

A gift from her mother in law 16 years ago in the shape of a part work magazine on cake making and decorating, was the start of a new chapter in Joanne Wakefield’s life - this was the beginning of the Cakey Wakey journey.

With a vast library of books and magazines, Joanne has amazingly taught herself everything she knows about the art of cake making and decorating. A highly successful cake business, Cakey Wakey boasts a great portfolio of work, from traditional sponge and fruit cakes, to celebration cakes, cookie favours, cupcakes and toppers.

With a real passion for cakes and of course weddings, Joanne works from home and ensures each and every one of her clients receive a personal, one-to-one service. From the initial consultation where Joanne discusses the requirements,

from colour schemes to flavours, toppers to presentation, everything is captured right from the start. A true perfectionist, Joanne always hand delivers her wedding cakes to the venue and places them in position herself to ensure it looks just perfect.

When it comes to toppers, Joanne has a real talent for creating an uncanny resemblance of an individuals’ look through the art of icing and sugar which begins with a photograph of the couple being taken at the consultation for Joanne to recreate as cute toppers for the cakes. Recent toppers have included a dog digging through the cake and a bride and groom sat eating

cupcakes, covered in crumbs – nothing is too off the wall for Cakey Wakey!

Now, with more and more demand for fabulous and highly creative wedding cakes, Joanne is busier than ever but still ensures she retains her high standards of service, with everything totally homemade, boasting the adorable catchphrase “The only preservatives in our cakes is in the jam”.

Joanne, we couldn’t agree more.

To get in touch with Cakey Wakey, please visit www.cakey-wakey.co.uk or call 0115 9611 277 23

Bridal Car Service A unique slice of vintage glamour from the golden age of British motoring.

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Dennisson Classic Cars 1960’s Classic Jaguar & Daimler Cars

Arrive in style to your wedding!

Getting married is all about old fashioned glamour. You may have the perfect venue & your dream dress, but arriving in style is what it’s all about & nothing sets the tone better than a vintage vehicle. Traditional values, classic vehicles & a host of elegant extras to get you to the church not only on time, but in style! Contact us to discuss your individual requirements for your Bespoke Package.

At Dennisson Classic Cars we understand how important it is to make sure your special day is a day to remember.

We provide a professional first class service, tailored specifically to suit your individual requirements E llie Con& n ie

Web: www.idoweddingcars.org Email: info@idoweddingcars.org Tel: 07737 137944 / 0115 961 1277

0115 9550129 www.dennissonclassics.co.uk

The Mount Redhill, Nottingham NG5 8LU

Balmoral Vintage wedding cars “A family run business offering a choice of wedding car hire, that prides itself on the outstanding quality of service,personal touch and competitive prices”

Tel: 01773 747260 / 07837 165 709 www.wedding-cars-derby.co.uk

VENUE UPDATE

English country garden chic Bond Marquees, renowned for their chic, elegant and stylish structures, positioned at a scattering of fabulous venues, are launching a new concept in the form of a vintage pole marquee.

Totally unique and a refreshingly different approach, this traditional, retro style of marquee is sure to appeal to the increasingly popular ‘English Country’ outdoor style weddings with lots of character and a vintage twist. You can imagine it now; English strawberries and cream, served with a cool glass of Pimms and lemonade on the lawns with guests playing croquet and classic bunting blowing in the breeze, with a beautifully handcrafted vintage pole marquee in the background.

With a traditional and typically ‘English’ feel to it, the marquee will come with everything you would expect, including dance floor and bar area, plus space for up to 180 people for a sit down

dinner. With classic vintage becoming more and more popular for weddings, a vintage pole marquee is ideal to demonstrate a traditional and charming theme, oozing with character and great for decorating and styling with unique pieces to really set the scene.

Recognised for the standard and quality of their marquees, Bond Marquees are ensuring their new vintage pole structure will retain everything that is already great about their current venues, but just with an extra special twist.

To find out more, please call Simon Bond of Bond Marquees on 01332 864 404 or email enquiries@bondmarquees.co.uk www.bondmarquees.co.uk 25

April’s

Contemporary Cakes

Beautiful wedding cakes to suit all tastes and budgets are available at April’s Contemporary Cakes.

Cake designer, Adele has been creating fabulous wedding cakes for over five years and offers a bespoke, individual cake design service as well as more affordable pre-designed cakes.

“Particularly popular at the moment are vintage style wedding cakes with ornate brooches and fine piping, cupcake towers and handmade bride

Chocolate ART Taeke Oosterwoud, Woodbine Cottage, Riber Road, Matlock, DE4 5JB Tel: 01629 581291 Email: info@chocart.co.uk www.chocart.co.uk Facebook: Chocolate ART

and grooms to resemble the happy couple”, says Adele.

From the design stage to the delivery, April’s provide a superb service, giving excellent advice and producing your dream wedding cake. Flavours include vanilla strawberry jam and vanilla bean buttercream, lemon drizzle, chocolate fudge, caramel fudge and traditional fruit. Recommended cake designer at prestigious venues such as The Old Vicarage Boutique Hotel in Southwell

and Stubton Hall in Newark, you can be rest assured that your perfect cake is a just a phone call away.

To book a consultation or speak to a member of the team about all things cake, please call 0115 9625 672 or call into the shop at 501A, Hucknall Road, Sherwood, Nottingham NG5 1FW. info@aprilflowersnottingham.co.uk www.aprilflowersnottingham.co.uk

Unique hand-made Chocolate Wedding Cakes Hand-made Chocolates & Sculptures ‘New’ – Chocolate courses

Fiona Herbert Catering

Letting The Food Do The Talking Fiona Herbert Catering was founded over 24 years ago and has earned itself a fantastic reputation for a second to none service and exceptional standards along with its incredible quality of food.

With Fiona still very much involved and a part of the success of the business, the kitchens and office are located within her own private farm, in the picturesque village of Kirklington, just outside Southwell, set in beautiful converted barns.

Fiona and the team recently delivered their outstanding catering services for a beautiful wedding at Lincoln Castle.

Here, we give you a sneak peek of Victoria and Ben’s day with the stunning photographs courtesy of Natural Expressions (www.naturalexpressions.co.uk)

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Date: Saturday 27th March 20 10 Location: Lincoln Castle

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Sassi Holford Suzanne Neville Johanna Hehir Augusta Jones Jim Hjelm Occasions The Old Bakery | 27 - 29 Rustlings Road | Sheffield | South Yorkshire | S11 7AA t: 0114 2676756 | e: Info@freyabridal.co.uk | www.freyabridal.co.uk

Lori G Bridal Studio At Lori G Bridal Studio we offer an exciting collection of beautiful and innovative bridal gowns from British, European and American bridal collections.

Please see our website for the latest collections

www.lorigbridal.co.uk 01332 550573 info@lorigbridal.co.uk 125 Blenheim Drive, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2LF Open Tuesday to Saturday By appointment only Free parking available outside the shop door

THE LOOK

Combine an uber trendy salon with a scenic, rural location, a highly talented team of stylists and a great amount of experience and you have the fantastic air hairdressing salon in Ashbourne.

air hairdressing - style central

With an impressive repertoire of on trend styles,

fabulous colours and enviable cuts, the team at air hairdressing understand the importance of getting your big day look just right. Kiki Hall, owner of air hairdressing feels very passionate about giving brides to be the opportunity to find their ‘perfect’ style and incorporates colour and cut into the bridal package to ensure her clients receive the full air hairdressing treatment.

The minimalist interiors of the salon with granite floors, modern furnishings and exposed beams provide an idyllic retreat for its discerning clients and gives brides out there the perfect place to relax and unwind with a chilled glass of vino.

To get in touch with air hairdressing, to discuss packages and costs, please call 01335 300 171.

(Please note, air hairdressing can also visit your home for the big day).

hairdressing 01335 300171

Air Hairdressing 6 Dig Street Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1GF M T W T F S S

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OVER TO THE BOYS

Andrew Shanahan, Editor web: iamstaggered.com call: 07792 017766 twitter: @iamstaggered

Five Reasons

Why You Should Listen To The Groom’s Weird Wedding Ideas One of the main accusations that gets thrown at grooms’ wedding planning ideas is that, well, they’re often a bit weird. He wants to wear an Elvis jumpsuit, or have thrash metal as the arrival music, you know the sort of thing. As the UK’s leading men’s wedding website we thought we should try and mount a defence of why you should listen to some of the groom’s weirder planning tips, here’s what we came up with…

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1) He Wants To Say His Vows In Klingon Klingon is an incredibly efficient language, did you know that it only has one word for the colours green, blue and yellow? Think of how much time that would save when planning the colour scheme of a wedding. APPROVED.

3) He Wants To Arrive In the TARDIS Firstly, impress him by revealing that you know that TARDIS stands for Time And Relative Dimensions In Space; then say yes, on the condition that you can have the reception in it afterwards, that thing could comfortably seat 250. APPROVED.

2) He Wants You To Dress As 0RINCESS ,EIA (UTT 0RISONER %RA Yes, it’s a bit weird that he wants you to dress in a metal bikini and stick Danish pastries on your head, but it’s only because he thinks you would look super hot and as long as he’s not dressed as Skywalker (that’s her brother, remember?), where’s the harm? If you absolutely have to refuse, why not promise it to him for the honeymoon?

PART-APPROVED.

4) He Wants To Write His Wedding Vows In HTML Geek wedding vows are all the rage and if your bloke is a bit of a nerd then what’s wrong with him expressing himself as only he can – it means it’s from the heart. APPROVED.

Staggered is the UK’s leading men’s wedding website offering help and advice to grooms, best men and fathers of the bride. Whether it’s men’s wedding suits, stag-do ideas or perhaps some help with engagement rings, men involved in weddings need to look at www.iamstaggered.com.

(E 7ANTS ! 4EAM OF %WOKS 4O Re-enact the Forest Moon of %NDOR 0ARTY 3CENE Ok, that is odd. You’re either going to have to find really compliant children or go to a specialist casting agency and either way that’s going to cost you.

DENIED.

FOLLOW THE JOURNEY

ssed up Kelly all dre weekend for her hen

PJ AND KELLY: The Story Continues ...

How have you found the whole wedding planning process?

Manic, but fun. You initially think that it is going to be the ‘big’ decisions that will be the toughest - i.e. the venue/the dress etc but it is actually the ‘little’ logistical decisions that are the most stressful- who’s going to sit where?

What will the kids eat?....I think you forget sometimes that the day is supposed to be for you and not your million-and-one guests!!

What an experience though....

What has been the most fun part of planning your wedding?

Kel: The menu tasting rocked.....just topped however by my dress fittings...it’s not often that someone makes you a dress...

PJ: Seeing Kel’s perfect dream day come together nicely - cost me a fortune though, but all worth it!!!

Have you had any problems or stresses along the way?

Kel: Oh god yeah....PJ keeps telling me to chill out so I can actually enjoy some of it!!!

PJ: Nope, loved it. Been down the golf course most of the time!!! Our parents have helped keep us calm and relaxed.....

How many hours, on average, per week do you think the two of you spend planning the big day!?

Kel: I can honestly say that for the past 6 months, I have probably thought about ‘the wedding’ 70-80% of the time that I am awake!!!

PJ: What big day???!!! ;) Seriously though, I have thought about it a lot, I have decided to watch the world cup final round my mates....;) Have either of you had any reoccurring dreams/nightmares about the day itself?

Kel: Hell yes...my dress is always dirty and we’re always so late that everyone has gone home!!

PJ: Surprisingly yes!! I often wake up and think that the day and night is over... and I am secretly gutted....I really cannot wait!!!

How has PJ got in with his three big responsibilities; the three S’s - suits, stags and his speech!?

Suits - Done...yummy fitted night-blue suits for me and my 3 best men; quality black and white suits for my 4 ushers....had a bit of a nightmare with the Stag - 25 of us were off to Malta (organised by one of my Best Men)but then the blooming volcano went off and

we couldn’t fly....so instead we basically went on a little tour, starting with a heavy night in Brum, then up to Leeds for a night of carnage, finishing it all off with a night in Newcastle...

BLOOMING BRILLIANT.....Speech...I have always thought that I’m a decent public speaker, so although I know certain things that I DEFINITELY want to say, the rest will, and I know it sounds soppy, will just come straight from my heart...

Which supplier in your opinion, has really stood out and pulled out all the stops for you?

There’s always one which goes that extra mile!

The venue has been great, especially the lovely Katherine. Julie, the Wedding Genie, is literally worth her weight in gold...after that then we can honestly say they have all been amazing...Rose with her flowers, Bridget with her candelabras and Dave Clarke and Fishy with the music and vid...we truly have been blessed...thanks guys and girls!!!

What are you most looking forward to once the wedding is over?

Kel: Babies...oh, and honeymoon...

PJ: The golf on our honeymoon....and spending the rest of my life with one of my best mates......

4HE lNAL INSTALLMENT OF 0* +ELLY S WEDDING JOURNEY INCLUDING THE BIG DAY ITSELF

WILL BE IN THE NEXT ISSUE *ULY !UGUST SO DON T MISS IT

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Eden Hall

A slice of paradise

By Lydia Vernon

pa mple Eden Hall Day S sa i bb A d an ia yd L 1st April 2010 During my travels around Nottinghamshire, I have often driven past the beautiful faรงade of Eden Hall in all its glory and wondered whether the spa experience would be as impressive as the exterior hints at.

So, when planning my own trip to the spa, I must say, I was a little more than excited.

Having viewed the website a fair few times, ) COULDN T WAIT TO SLIP INTO A mUFFY BATHROBE and relax the day away.

Upon entering the reception area, Abbi and I were greeted by a smart waiter serving glasses of juice and water – such a nice touch and a lovely, warm welcome. We were then met by a friendly receptionist who talked us through how the day works, handing us a map of the building and giving us our locker key and code. As we walked towards the changing area, soothing music playing in the background, we located our designated locker and changed into our dressing gown and slippers.

Having been handed our agenda containing our personalised schedule, we had an hour before our treatment time and decided to use the time to explore. Map in hand, we peeked inside the slumber lounge (a Moroccan themed, tranquil haven with bean bags and huge cushions for snoozing), discovered the gym and fitness area (very stylish and complete with a huge range of equipment) and visited the beauty shop. We then finished our tour in the Palm Conservatory, filled with sunshine and bursting with atmosphere and lots of relaxed people, all matching in their sumptuous white dressing gowns. We decided to take a seat and enjoy a cup of tea before our treatment and so spent twenty minutes relaxing and getting excited for our eagerly anticipated body wraps.

Having both been called through to our respective treatment rooms for an Elemis body wrap (Abbi) and Thalgo body wrap (myself), we were treated to over forty minutes of pure bliss. Then, complete with silky smooth skin and a totally refreshed feeling, we were lead through to the garden lounge to recuperate and float back down to Earth.

Once back in the world of the living, we had two hours before our lunch and so headed straight for the aqua detox centre for a true spa experience. Beginning with the rose infused steam room, we then cooled off with the ice buckets and massage jets before sampling the sauna and salt marine rooms. We finished with the herbal caldarium then took a stroll outside to the whirlpools and spent half an hour being pummeled by the jets and enjoying the fresh outdoor breeze. A brief swim in the pool, we had then worked up an appetite and were ready to experience the 7th Heaven restaurant.

With three courses and a selection to choose from, you would think that would be more than enough to satisfy the largest of appetites but the 7th Heaven restaurant go one step further with a huge ‘help yourself’, gourmet salad bar complete with every salad item you could imagine.

One word; wow.

Having totally over indulged, we decided we were ready for a rest (well, after all, we’d had a very strenuous day!) and so revisited the slumber lounge and spent an hour snoozing on an oversized bean bag, amongst lots of other dressing gown clad dozers. What a wonderful way to sleep off such an amazing lunch.

Having woken from our afternoon doze, we took another dip in the pool then decided, being as it was approaching 5pm, we should think about leaving. So, we managed to prise our beloved dressing gown off and spent twenty minutes in the hot power shower, complete with luxurious toiletries before changing back into our clothes and heading back to reality.

Having left the car park and rejoined the A46, I once again drove past the incredible façade of Eden Hall Day Spa, safe in the knowledge that yes, it is as amazing as it looks. In fact, it’s even better than you could imagine.

Eden Hall Day Spa is available FOR PACKAGES -ON 3UNDAY and offers group rates for hen PACKAGES AND GIRLY DAYS OUT For more information, contact 01636 525555 OR VISIT WWW EDENSPA CO UK

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DIRECTORY BEAUTY

BRIDAL

%MMA / 2EGAN -OBILE PROFESSIONAL MAKE UP ARTIST TO THE STARS

Kula Tsurdiu

Expert in fashion, photographic & TV make-up & hair for any occasion from prom to bridal to diamond Anniversary.

T s WWW MAKEUPARTISTMIDLANDS COM e: makeupartistmidlands@hotmail.co.uk

,IPS ,ASHES -OBILE -AKE UP !RTISTS Specialists in Wedding Make-up we offer a relaxed, professional service leaving you looking and feeling fabulous on your special day. t: 07715 463559 / 07910211950 e: info@lipsandlashes.co.uk www.lipsandlashes@hotmail.co.uk

3OPHIE 3ANSOM 0ROFESSIONAL -AKE 5P !RTIST T s E SOPHIELOUISEMAKEUP LIVE CO UK

The Dressing Room Bridal With four stunning collections, we offer the cream of British bridal design for the fashion forward bride. Ideally situated between Nottingham and Derby.

T s E INFO BRIDALWEARDERBY CO UK www.thedressingroombridal.co.uk 36 Station Road, Draycott, Derbyshire DE72 3QB

BRIDAL

CAKES

!NGELA 6ICKERS

#AKEY 7AKEY

Angela Vickers is a wonderland of bridal delight.

Specialising in bespoke bridal wear, with over 130 beautiful sample gowns.

T s WWW ANGELA VICKERS CO UK e: enquiries@angela-vickers.co.uk 69-73 Lower Parliament Street, Nottingham NG1 3BB

Freya Bridal Designer Gowns Freya Bridal houses an inspired collection of bridal gowns from Sassi Holford, Suzanne Neville, Johanna Hehir and Augusta Jones The Old Bakery, 27 - 29 Rustlings Road, Sheffield, 3OUTH 9ORKSHIRE 3 !! s T E )NFO FREYABRIDAL CO UK s WWW FREYABRIDAL CO UK

*ACKIE 4HOMPSON #OUTURE Jackie Thompson Couture are wedding dress designers with a difference offering beautiful handmade bodices, corsets and skirts in sumptuous silks.

T s E JACKIETHOMPSONCOUTURE HOTMAIL COM www.jackiethompsoncouture.co.uk 7 Burlington Close, Breaston, Derby DE72 3UB

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Kula Tsurdiu is the ultimate in vintage bridal couture. Based in Nottingham’s Lace Market, her bridal designs are unique, romantic and ever-so pretty!

T s E INFO KULATSURDIU CO UK WWW KULATSURDIU CO UK s +ULA 4SURDIU 7ARSER 'ATE

The Lace Market, Nottingham NG1 1NU

With over 15 years experience, our aim is to produce a wedding cake as individual as you are. t: 0115 9611277 m: 07737 137944 e: cakeywakey@me.com www.cakey-wakey.co.uk

Cakey Wakey

#AMEO #UPCAKES Fresh and tasty handmade cupcakes delivered to your door - for events, gifts and wholesale.

Reliable service with a high attention to detail.

T s WWW CAMEOCUPCAKES CO UK e: michelle@cameocupcakes.co.uk

Delicious Designs Traditional, contemporary and modern designs.

Choose from stunning handmade sugar flowers or novelty figures and designs. t: 01773 826993 / 07739 010317 www.deliciousdesigns.co.uk

To feature in our directory please call 0115 9302861

WHO, WHAT, WHERE

CAKES

ENTERTAINMENT Tom Wardle

'REEN 3TOCK Green & Stock are home to a fresh style of wedding cakes and a new generation of bespoke toppers.

T s E JESS GREENANDSTOCK CO UK www.greenandstock.co.uk

1UIRKY #OOKIES #AKES Bespoke cookies, cupcakes and celebration cakes for all occasions. Homemade and hand decorated using the finest ingredients, locally sourced wherever possible.

Live music from Nottingham’s finest.

Playing essential classic pop from the last 50 years. Solo acoustic, duo, full band.

T s E TOM TOMWARDLE CO UK www.tomwardle.co.uk

Spirits High Entertainments t:01246 866475 www.spiritshigh.org.uk

T s E ENQUIRIES QUIRKYCOOKIESANDCAKES CO UK www.quirkycookiesandcakes.co.uk

FLORIST

6INTAGE #AKE

Intense Events

Beautiful vintage china hire for tea parties, weddings and events, and scrumptious cakes for all occasions.

Beautiful floral art and prop hire including vases, storm lanterns, mirrors, candelabras, trees and lighting.

t: 07814 600596 e: vintageandcake@me.com www.vintageandcake.co.uk

II N N TT E EN N SS E E E EV VE EN N TT SS

t: 01332 898828 e: nicola@intenseevents.com www.intenseevents.com

CATERERS The Fiona Herbert Catering Company Ltd

Lavish Wedding and Event Flower Coordinator

T s E EVENTSTEAM lONAHERBERTCATERING CO UK www.fionaherbertcatering.co.uk

Contemporary, natural or modern, Lavish cater for every look. Attention to detail and unique style. Clients receive a one to one personalised service focusing on individual requirements.

ENTERTAINMENT

T s E INFO LAVISHWEDDINGANDEVENTmOWERS COM www.lavishweddingandeventflowers.com

-OJITO $ISCOTHEQUES Mojito are quality suppliers of discotheque entertainment to prestige event agencies and private venues in both London and the midlands.

MOJITO Discotheques

M s T e: guy.morris@mlsaudio.com www.mojitodisco.com

Visit our website www.savethedatemagazine.co.uk

HAIRDRESSERS

White Room Boutique White Room boutique is a unisex salon offering, cuts, colours, blowdrys, extensions and wedding hair, either salon or home visits.

T s WWW WHITEROOMBOUTIQUE CO UK 21 George Street, Hockley, Nottingham NG1 3BH

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PHOTOGRAPHERS

ROOM DRESSING

&IELD 0HOTOGRAPHIC

Crystal Tree Boutique Introducing our luxurious Crystal Trees in sizes from 2-6ft used as centrepieces or focal points, for all special occasions. t: Elise - 07800 929924 t: Amy – 07976 308754 e: mail@crystaltreeboutique.co.uk www.crystaltreeboutique.co.uk

T s E INFO lELDPHOTOGRAPHIC COM www.fieldphotographic.com

)AN "URSILL 0HOTOGRAPHY Natural. Emotive. Timeless. Documentary Wedding Photography by Ian Bursill, the WPJA’s UK Wedding Photojournalist of the Year 2009.

T s E INFO BURSILL COM s WWW BURSILL COM

0AULA "LAKE 7EDDINGS %VENTS Using the finest quality products and always with a second to none service, Paula Blake specialises in bespoke invitations and full wedding and event styling.

-ARCUS (OLDSWORTH 0HOTOGRAPHY

T s E INFO PAULABLAKEWEDDINGS CO UK www.paulablakeweddings.co.uk

By capturing modern, spontaneous moments as well as poised, intimate images, Marcus ensures your wedding pictures tell the story of your wedding day as perfectly as you remember it.

STATIONERY WHESTHILL – stylists in stationery

T s M e: marcus@marcusholdsworth.co.uk www.marcusholdsworth.co.uk

T s E WHESTHILL ONETEL COM www.whesthill.co.uk

2ACHAEL #ONNERTON 0HOTOGRAPHY A natural, contemporary approach to photography. Breathtaking images, keeping memories as vivid and fresh as the day you made them.

T s E INFO RACHAELCONNERTONPHOTOGRAPHY CO UK www.rachaelconnertonphotography.co.uk

2ACHEL 3PIVEY 0HOTOGRAPHER Rachel’s informal photography is a hit with couples who want stylish contemporary images that really capture the warmth and happiness of their day.

RACHEL

TM

SPIVEY

PHOTOGRAPHER

T s E RACHEL RACHELSPIVEY CO UK www.rachelspiveyweddings.co.uk

3TUART 7OOD 0HOTOGRAPHY Combining both candid moments with beautifully lit portraits ensures that your special day will last a lifetime.

T s E STUART STUART WOOD COM www.stuartwoodweddings.com

4HE 3TUDIO -ICKLEOVER T s E SMILE THESTUDIO MICKLEOVER CO UK www.thestudio-mickleover.co.uk

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TRANSPORT Dennisson Classic Cars A family run business, specialising in offering a unique chauffeur driven service, for weddings and special occasions. t: 0115 9550129 e: info@dennissonclassics.co.uk www.dennissonclassics.co.uk

I Do Wedding Cars

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Arrive in style in nothing better than a unique vintage wedding cars classic car. With a host of elegant extras we promise to get you to the church on time and in style.

T s M E INFO IDOWEDDINGCARS ORG s WWW IDOWEDDINGCARS ORG

Your Carriage Awaits you T s E KEZA HOTMAIL CO UK www.yourcarriageawaitsyou.co.uk

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wedding cars

To feature in our directory please call 0115 9302861

VENUES

VENUES

East Bridgford Hill

Thrumpton Hall

T s WWW EASTBRIDGFORDHILL COM e: eastbridgfordhill@googlemail.com %AST "RIDGFORD (ILL +IRK (ILL %AST "RIDGFORD .' 0%

A magnificent hall combined with the Lakeside Pavilion marquee, all weddings at Thrumpton Hall are exclusive, bespoke and unforgettable.

(ODSOCK 0RIORY

T s 4HRUMPTON .OTTINGHAMSHIRE .' !8 E ENQUIRIES THRUMPTONHALL COM s WWW THRUMPTONHALL COM

A beautiful family home set in stunning grounds. Exclusive hire for weddings and events gives you this peaceful, secluded corner of England all to yourselves.

T s WWW HODSOCKPRIORY COM e: gb@hodsockpriory.com Hodsock Priory, Blyth, Nr Worksop, Nottinghamshire S81 0TY

Quenby Hall T s (UNGARTON ,EICESTERSHIRE ,% *& E ENQUIRIES QUENBYHALL CO UK s WWW QUENBYHALL CO UK

Shottle Hall A stylish, boutique property, ideally situated in the magnificent grounds of Chatsworth Estate. Complete with Coach House Marquee, it is the ideal venue for any wedding.

T s E INFO SHOTTLEHALL CO UK WWW SHOTTLEHALL CO UK s 3HOTTLE (ALL (OTEL 7HITE ,ANE

Shottle, Derbyshire DE56 2EB

The Finesse Collection Four unique wedding venues in the East Midlands each offering the perfect setting to celebrate a special occasion.

Lace Market Hotel, Nottingham, Cathedral Quarter Hotel, Derby Donington Manor Hotel, Castle Donington The Lion Hotel, Belper www.thefinessecollection.com

The Nottingham Belfry Perfect for intimate wedding gatherings or for larger events up to 500 people.

T s WWW QHOTELS CO UK e: nottinghambelfryevents@QHotels.co.uk Mellor’s Way, Off Woodhouse Way, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG8 6PY

WEDDING PLANNER (ONEYSUCKLE #ASTLE We aim to guide you through the planning process and can guarantee to help you achieve your dreams with a professional and cost effective venue styling and planning service. t: 07789 886947 e: info@honeysuckleandcastle.co.uk www.honeysuckleandcastle.co.uk

The Wedding Genie T s M e: info@theweddinggenie.co.uk www.theweddinggenie.co.uk

Tillyboo Events Tillyboo Events specialise in wedding planning and venue styling, covering the East Midlands. Offering an array of services we promise we can cater for your every requirement.

T s E 4ILLYBOOEVENTS MAC COM www.tillyboo.co.uk

WEDDING GIFT LIST *OHN ,EWIS t: 0115 9418282 e: giftlist_nottingham@johnlewis.co.uk www.johnlewis.com

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At John Lewis our gift list service offers free delivery and a wide range of inspiring products.

No wonder so many couples say ‘yes’.

0115 941 8282 giftlist_nottingham@johnlewis.co.uk 0114 276 8511 giftlist_sheffield@johnlewis.co.uk

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If you’re getting married, planning a civil partnership, reaching a milestone birthday or organising any other kind of celebration, make it easy for your friends and family to know what gifts you’d really like.