You and Your Wedding

GROUP EDITOR Michelle Royle EDITOR-AT-LARGE Peta Hunt COMMISSIONING EDITOR Hannah Davies LIFESTYLE EDITOR Hollie Bond CHIEF SUB EDITOR Renée Peck ACTING CHIEF SUB EDITOR Laura Dean-Osgood ART DIRECTOR Elliott Wilmot ART EDITOR Katie Phipps HE

...THEY SAY IT MAKES THE WORLD GO ROUND, but when it comes to weddings it really can feel like a vast hole where flowers can cost over twice the amount (though you are choosing exotic blooms that are out of season), a white dress can be more than a c

We show you how to make your own greenery table garland, for a vibrant yet affordable look. Would you have a wedding after-party? Let our guide to extending the celebration convince you… You’ll love the real weddings in this issue – and there are e

Sleek stainless steel or luxe black leather – there’s an abundance of watch designs out there to suit every style or budget, that your man will just love to wear. A chic watch will not only help you keep to those all-important w-day timings, it wil

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PHOTOGRAPHS BY CECELINA PHOTOGRAPHY (BLUE SKY FLOWERS), MELISSA BEATTIE (FIRENZA FLORAL DESIGN), IMOGEN XIANA (MOSS & STONE),JESS WITHEY (HIDING IN THE CITY), MAUREEN M. EVANS PHOTOGRAPHY (JO FLOWERS), THE CURRIES (PYRUS), HOLLY CLARK (STILL LIFE FLO

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MOOD Overblown blooms and opulent details for a modern fairy tale. PALETTE A smokey suite of purples, lilacs, soft sage greens and greys. VENUE The enchanting countryside sanctuary of Euridge House and Orangery. Krysta’s key advice for creating a

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“The average guest will pay £391* to attend your big day. Trust me, once they’ve bought a new outfit, chosen a wedding gift (the average spend on one of those is £54** ), booked accommodation and actually got there, things soon add up. There are also

Reception venue edenbarn.co.uk Photography samanthawardphotography.co.uk Bride’s dress Rosa Clará at onefinedaybridal.co.uk Groom’s suit slaters.co.uk Flowers redfloral.co.uk Cake Claire Diggle Chair sashes venueperfection.com Music strin

We’ve booked our wedding for 26 September 2020. My father-in-law is a massive golf fan, and apparently that’s when the Ryder Cup is on. First, he asked if we could change the date; now he wants to know how we’ll set up the day so people can still wat

• Serve your cake as dessert – you’ll save cash by not having this course, and ensure everyone actually tries your carefully chosen confection. Don’t like cake? Don’t have one! Serve a pudding course instead • Ask your florist to reuse flowers from y

Non-tacky hen party t-shirts – sounds impossible, now real, thanks to the just-launched line at Team Hen. This is what most couples describe as their happiest year of marriage* . How long to go? Hotel Chocolat’s new single-origin range is the stuff

Sandalwood and cardamom make for a musky yet smooth scent that’s perfect for a bride or groom. Sensual and dramatic, this scent will give couples a confidence boost as they walk down the aisle. Think campfires and pine forests and you’re on the rig

Lush Inhale Perfume Oil, £14 for 15ml “This is the most joyous perfume I own. It’s a fruity floral, both sweet and sexy – summer in a bottle.” Hannah Davies, commissioning editor Jo Malone London Wild Bluebell Cologne, from £48 for 30ml “This remin

The winter season can play havoc with our strands thanks to cool outdoor temperatures and frizz-inducing heating. To keep your w-day locks looking smooth, we prescribe a deep, nourishing treatment. But don’t just take our word for it; Michael Lendon,

“Lipstick on the teeth can distract from that gorgeous smile, but it’s easy to fix. Firstly, apply a lip colour all over, purse your lips and pull your finger through to take off any excess colour.” “It’s always worth having a few spare mascara wands

When I say I’m planning a USA road trip, most people assume I’m meandering down Route 66 or Highway 101 from LA to San Francisco. These are arguably the most popular tourist trails for a self-drive American holiday but I’m going off piste, heading fo

Car hire from £32 per day, hertz.co.uk, for more road-trip inspiration, visit hertz.com/ usaroadtripplanner. For more information about Nashville, visit visitmusiccity.com; for Deep South, deep-south-usa. com; for Tennessee, tnvacation.com; and for N

Turquoise Holidays (turquoiseholidays.co.uk; 020 7147 7087) offers seven nights at Constance Ephelia from £2,199pp, incl. accommodation in a Junior Suite, daily breakfast and dinner, international flights and private transfers; and seven nights at Co

Engaged couples staying at Sandals Royal Barbados and Sandals Barbados can now tie the knot at its first rooftop terrace, featuring a zero-entry glass infinity pool that overlooks the white-sand beaches of the Caribbean, sandals.co.uk Want to plan a

WHERE The London Marriott Hotel County Hall is in the perfect location for exploring the city. Set on the exciting South Bank, with fabulous views of the River Thames, it’s also close to galleries, theatres and the London Aquarium. WHY The gorgeous

Looking for your wedding venue can be a lot like house hunting. You have to identify your search area, and combine online research with in-person visits. You need to work out what your red lines are, but at the same time be prepared to compromise. So

The sublime architecture and beautiful celebration spaces at the riverside mansion house featured on our cover will take guests’ breath away. Want to see more? Check out p57 of our Dec/Jan 20 issue! ■

There’s no denying that a hotel is the smart option when it comes to venues. Unless you choose a particularly compact boutique, there should be on-site accommodation aplenty – don’t underestimate how delightful it can be to have breakfast with your g

There is no such thing as a typical pub or restaurant wedding. From Scandinavian-chic city minimalism to thatch-roofed rural charm, these venues come in all shapes and sizes. So how do you narrow it down? Chances are, if you’re considering a pub or r

To make sure your day stands out in the minds of your guests, a unique, out-of-the-ordinary venue is the perfect place to start. And you’re in luck, because the UK is full of wow-factor spaces such as converted warehouses and enchanting forest cleari

If privacy is your priority, most country houses and castles operate on an exclusive-use basis. Indeed, many will allow you to hire the whole space for two nights, so you can host everything from a welcome dinner to a farewell brunch – what could be

It’s easy to see why barns have become one of the UK’s most popular types of wedding venue. Firstly, there’s the chance to wed in a beautiful countryside setting – and most barns are as gorgeous as their locations, with soaring beams, vaulted ceiling